PLANET Internet SOHO Router

XRT-101 / XRT-711

xDSL/Cable Access Router


4. Configuration

The Internet Access Server contains a HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser.
Most Browsers should work, provided they support HTML tables and forms.

The "LAN" and "WAN" port screens must be cofigured.

 

4.1 Preparation

Before attempting to configure the Internet Access Server, please check the following:


4.2 Connecting to the Internet Access Server

1. Check the LAN:

2. Check the TCP/IP settings on your PC:

  1. For Windows 95/98/NT, use Start - Settings - Control Panel - Network to view a screen like the following:

    Figure 1: Network Configuration tab

  2. If a line like the one highlighted ("TCP/IP -> Network Card") is not listed, select Add - Protocol - Microsoft - TCP/IP - OK to add it.
  3. Select Properties for the "TCP/IP -> Network card" entry. You will then see the IP Address screen like the following example:

    IP Address Tab

    Figure 2: TCP/IP Properties - IP Address Tab

  4. Select the radio button "Specify an IP Address"
  5. Set the IP Address to an unused value in the range 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254, and set the Network Mask to 255.255.255.0
    These values are compatible with the Internet Access Server's default IP Address of 192.168.0.1 and Network Mask (Subnet mask) of 255.255.255.0
  6. Restart (reboot) your PC.

3. Connect to the Internet Access Server

  1. Start your Web Browser.
  2. In the Address field, enter the following:

http://192.168.0.1

  1. If a password has been set for the Internet Access Server, you will be prompted for the password, as shown below. (If no password has been set, you will not see this dialog box.)

    Password Dialog

    Figure 3: Password Dialog

    Leave the "User Name" blank, and enter the password you assigned to the Internet Access Server.

  2. You should then see the Home screen, as described in the following section.
If you can't connect:

If the Internet Access Server does not respond, check the following:

  • The Internet Access Server is properly installed, LAN connections are OK, and it is powered ON.
  • Ensure that your PC and the Internet Access Server are on the same network segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
  • Ensure that your PC is using an IP Address within the range 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 and thus compatible with the Internet Access Server's default IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, check that the Network Mask is set to 255.255.255.0

4.3 Home Screen

The Home screen is shown below. No data can be input from this screen.

Figure 4: Home Screen

Note that the navigation bar contains a Help button. Context-sensitive help is available from each screen. From this screen, the Help file provides links to all help files.

The LAN Port and WAN Port screens must be configured, as described below.

 

4.3.1 Device Screen

After clicking on the "Device" link, the following screen is displayed:

Note: If your ISP's documentation does not mention "PPPoE", select "Direct Connection".
Direct Connection This is the more common method, used by all cable modems and most DSL connections. Select this method if your ISP's documentation does not mention "PPPoE".
PPPoE Select "PPPoE" if your ISP uses this method. In this case, your ISP will have provided you with a login name and password.

4.4 LAN Port Configuration

To configure the LAN port, select Device - LAN Port. You will see a screen like the example below.

Figure 5: LAN Port

4.4.1 Data - LAN Port

For most users, the default values for these fields should be satisfactory.

Device IP Address IP address for the Internet Access Server. Use the default value of 192.168.0.1 unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter case, use a free IP Address from within the range used by your LAN.
Network Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C") networks. For other networks, use the Network Mask for the LAN segment to which the Internet Access Server is attached. i.e. the same value as the PCs on that LAN segment.

 

4.4.2 Data - DHCP Server

A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server provides a valid IP address (and the Gateway and DNS addresses) to a DHCP client (PC or device) upon request. The Internet Access Server can act as a DHCP server.

To use this feature:

Operation If Enabled, the Internet Access Server will function as a DHCP server. The default value is Enabled.
If you already have a DHCP Server, this must be DISABLED.
Start IP Address
Finish IP Address
The IP Start Address and IP Finish Address fields set the values used by the DHCP server.
This range also determines the number of DHCP clients supported. (Maximum number of clients is 253.)
DNS
(Domain Name Server)
IP Addresses
You do NOT need to enter DNS addresses UNLESS you are using a Fixed IP Address on the WAN port. (Your ISP has allocated you a fixed IP Address.) In this case, your ISP should recommend a DNS. You need to enter that address or addresses here. If using a Dynamic IP Address (DHCP Client), on the WAN port, the DNS entries are optional. Multiple DNS entries should be entered in the order you want them accessed. (The first available DNS will be used.)

4.5 WAN Port Configuration -- Direct Connection

Data on this screen is used to identify this device to the remote LAN. The IP Address seen by the WAN interface is different to the IP Address on the local LAN.

To configure the WAN port, select Device - WAN Port. You will see a screen like the example below.

Figure 6: WAN Port - Direct Connection

4.5.1 Data - WAN Port

Device Name Used for identification. Normally, there is no need to change the default name, but if your ISP requests that you use a particular name, enter it here. This name will be provided to, and recorded by, the remote DHCP Server.
Hardware Address Also called MAC Address or Physical Address. This is equivalent to the Network Adapter Address on a PC.
If your ISP asks for the Hardware or MAC address of the PC to which your Cable/DSL modem is connected, provide this address. If you previously advised your ISP of the Hardware Address of your PC, you need to contact them and tell them this new address.
This address will be provided to, and recorded by, the remote DHCP Server
DHCP Client Leave this enabled if you want the Internet Access Server to be allocated an IP Address by the DHCP server on the remote LAN, WAN, or ISP account.
If this is enabled, the other information is NOT required.
IP Address IP address for the Internet Access Server on this port. If connecting to an ISP, this is the address allocated by the ISP. If connecting to another LAN, this must be a valid address on the external LAN.
Network Mask This must be compatible with the IP Address above.
Gateway
IP Address
The address of the router or gateway, either on the external LAN, or supplied by your ISP.

4.6 WAN Port Configuration -- PPPoE Connection

Data on this screen is used to identify this device to the remote LAN. The IP Address seen by the WAN interface is different to the IP Address on the local LAN.

To configure the WAN port, select Device - WAN Port/PPPoE Configuration. You will see a screen like the example below.

Figure 7: WAN Port -PPPoE Connection

4.6.1 Data - WAN Port

Account/User Name The name assigned or you applied to your Service Provider. This account is used to login to the PPPoE server of the remote LAN
Password /
Verify Password
The password of the login account. Type in the password and the screen will prompt  with "*".

Re-type the password again to verify the password.

IP Address provided
by ISP
Select "Dynamic", the Service Provider will allocate an IP address upon the login request after the login is successes.

Select "Fixed" and key in the IP address, the WAN port will use the IP address in this field after the login is successes.

Idle-Timeout The Disconnect time of the WAN port.
Connect on Demand

Normally, this should be Enabled. The WAN connection will then be established when required.
If Disabled, you will need to use the "Connect" button on the "Status" screen to establish a connection.


Note: If you select PPPoE, you can also refer to the Status Page to check the connection status in the log field.


4.7 Device Options

The Device screen is reached by selecting the Device on the navigation bar, then Device Options.
The options available on this screen are:

An example screen is shown below.

Figure 8: Device Option Screen

4.7.1 Device Password

Once a password is entered, it is required in order to change the device configuration. Passwords are case sensitive and can be up to 8 alphanumeric characters (no spaces or punctuation).
To create or change the password, enter the required password in both the New Password and Verify Password input fields.

  • When establishing a connection, and prompted for the name and password, leave the "User Name" blank.
  • If the password is lost, a DIP switch setting is available to clear the password. See the DIP Switch table for details.

 

4.7.2 NAT (Network Address Translation)

NAT allows PCs on your LAN to use a local (internal) IP Address which is invalid on the Internet NAT ensures that the local IP Addresses are invisible to external sources. Use the following to determine whether or nor you need NAT.

 

4.7.3 TFTP

TFTP (Trivial FTP) can be used to upgrade the firmware in the XRT-711. However, this is not normally required; there is a Windows utility available for this purpose.


4.8 WAN Status

Clicking Status on the menu bar will take you to the WAN Status screen. The screen shown will depend on whether you are using a Direct Connection or PPPoE

 

4.8.1 WAN Status - Direct Connection



Figure 9: WAN Status - Direct Connection

Data - WAN Status Connection

WAN Port - Direct Connection
Physical Address The "Hardware" address of this device, as seen by other devices on the external LAN or WAN. This is equivalent to the "Network Adapter Address" on a PC.
IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by other devices on the External LAN or WAN.
Network Mask The Network Mask for the above IP Address.
Default Gateway IP address of the Router/Gateway on the External LAN or WAN.
DHCP Client Displays "Enabled" or "Disabled", indicating whether this device is acting as a DHCP client on the external LAN or WAN.
Reconnect Button Use this if the connection is lost. In normal operation, this button is not required.
Device/LAN Status Use this link to jump to the Device/LAN Status screen. See section 4.8.4 for details.

 

4.8.2 WAN Status - PPPoE

Figure 10: WAN Status - PPPoE

Data - WAN Status PPPoE

WAN Port - PPPoE
Physical Address The "Hardware" address of this device, as seen by other devices on the external LAN or WAN. This is equivalent to the "Network Adapter Address" on a PC.
IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by other devices on the External LAN or WAN.
Network Mask The Network Mask for the above IP Address.
PPPoE Status The current status of PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet)
Log
Log field The field shows the status of the PPPoE connection. You can scroll the status bar to check/diagnose the PPPoE steps of the router and your service provider
Button
Connect To make the connection immediately
Disconnect To break the connection immediately
Clear Log To clear the Log field
Reflesh Update the information shown in the Log field
Device/LAN Status Use this link to jump to the Device/LAN Status screen. See section 4.8.4 for details.

 

4.8.3 Connection Log Messages

Message Description
Connect on Demand Connection attempt has been triggered by the "Connect on Demand" setting.
Manual connection Connection attempt started by the "Connect" button.
Reset physical connection Preparing line for connection attempt.
Connecting to remote server Attempting to connect to the the ISP's server
Remote Server located ISP's Server has responded to connection attempt.
Start PPP Attempting to login to ISP's Server and establish a PPP connection.
PPP up successfully Able to login to ISP's Server and establish a PPP connection.
Idle time-out reached The connection has been idle for the time period specified in the "Idle Time-out" field. The connection will now be terminated.
Disconnecting The current connection is being terminated, due to either the "Idle Time-out" above, or "Disconnect" button being clicked.
Error: Remote Server not found ISP's Server did not respond. This could be a Server problem, or a problem with the link to the Server.
Error: PPP Connection failed Unable to establish a PPP connection with the ISP's Server. This could be a login problem (name or password) or a Server problem.
Error: Connection to Server lost The existing connection has been lost. This could be caused by a power failure, link failure, or Server failure.
Error: Invalid or unknown packet type The data received from the ISP's Server could not be processed. This could be caused by data corruption (from a bad link), or the Server using a protocol which is not supported by this device.

 

4.8.4 Device/LAN Status

On the WAN Status screen, there is a link to the Device/LAN Status screen. Clicking this link will result in a screen like the example below.

Figure 11: Status Screen

 

Data - LAN/Device Status

Device
Firmware Version Version of the firmware (embedded software, including this program) which is currently installed.
Hardware ID The hardware ID of this device, used by the manufacturer.
Network Address Translation This will display "Enabled" (NAT is On) or "Disabled" (NAT is Off)
LAN Port
Physical Address The "Hardware" address of this device, as seen by other devices on the Internal LAN.
IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by other devices on the Internal LAN.
Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above.
DHCP Server This shows the status of the DHCP Server function. The value will be "Enabled" or "Disabled".
DHCP Table
IP Address The IP Address which has been allocated by the DHCP server to the other device.
Physical Address The Physical Address (Hardware Address) of the device which has been allocated a IP Address. Status Possible Status
Status Possible Status values are "Leased" (the IP Address is allocated to the device shown) or "Reserved" (the IP Address is not available).
Note: The DHCP table will be empty unless the DHCP Server function is being used. If not empty, this table lists the devices on the LAN which have been allocated IP Addresses by the DHCP server function.

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