MSI Router RG54G3 User Manual

							     
 
 
 
MSI RG54G3 
Wireless 802.11b/g Broadband Router   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
User Manual 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
 
Hiermit erklärt Micro Star International CO., LTD  dass sich dieses Produkt  in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden 
Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. 
Die Konformitätserklärung kann auf folgender website eingesehen werden:  
http://www.msi-technology.de/support/dl_man.php?Prod_Typ=9 
 
Hereby, Micro Star International CO., LTD  declares that this device  is in compliance with the essential requirements and other 
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. 
The respective Declaration of conformity can be found online:  
http://www.msi-technology.de/support/dl_man.php?Prod_Typ=9 
 
IEEE 802.11b/g 2.4 GHz operation 
Europe: Frequencies: 2.400 – 2.4835 GHz 
 
France: Frequencies: 2.4465– 2.4835 GHz, channels 10, 11, 12, 13 
BANDE DE FREQUENCES DES 2.4GHZ 
La décision N° 02-1008 en date du 31 octobre 2002 autorise l’utilisation d’une partie de la bande de 
fréquences 2400-2483,5 MHz pour les réseaux locaux radioéléctriques (RLAN) comme suit : 
L’utilisation de la bande 2400-2446,5 MHz est autorisée à l’intérieur des bâtiments avec une puissance isotrope 
rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) limitée à 10 mW et que l’utilisation de la bande 2446,5-2483,5 MHz est autorisée à 
l’intérieur des bâtiments avec une PIRE limitée à 100 mW. L’utilisation en extérieur est soumise à demande 
d’autorisation sur la bande de fréquences de 2446,5-2483,5 MHz avec une puissance limitée à 100mW. 
 
Notified Countries: 
Germany, UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Iceland, Ireland, Portugal, 
Greece, Luxemburg and Switzerland 
 
Bestimmungsgemäße Verwendung: 
Dieses Produkt integriert als Teil der Produktausstattung eine WLAN-Komponente.  
Die WLAN-Komponente verbindet Computer über eine Funkverbindung . Es kann auch eine Funkverbindung zu anderen geeigneten 
WLAN-Geräten hergestellt werden. 
 
Prescribed use: 
This product integrates a WLAN-device.  
The WLAN-device sets up a radio link between to computer. In addition it is possible to link the WLAN device to any other WLAN 
device which stick to the IEEE 802.11b/g requirements. 
 
Hinweise zur Reichweite: 
Der Abstand zwischen Sender und Empfänger (von einem WLAN-Gerät zu einem anderen WLAN-Gerät) hängt stark von der 
Einsatzumgebung ab. Wände, Betonboden (Eisen), beschichtete Fensterscheiben, Fahrzeug-Karosserie, etc.. 
Weitere Beeinflussungen: 
- Hochfrequenzaussendungen jeder Art 
- Gebäude, Bäume, etc. 
- Heizkörper, Stahlbeton, etc. 
- offen betriebene Computer, etc. 
- Mikrowellenherde, etc,  
 
Die Kommunikation zwischen unterschiedlichen WLAN-Geräten ist von der jeweiligen Software und dem entsprechenden 
Versionsstand abhängig 
 
Operating range: 
The transmission range between different WLAN devices varies depending the specific environment. Walls, concrete floor (iron), 
laminated windows, vehicle-body, etc..  
More electromagnetic interferences: 
- high frequency emission of any kind, 
- Buildings, trees, etc. 
- Heaters, ferroconcrete, etc. 
- open computer systems, etc. 
- Microwave oven, etc,  
Communication (exchange data) is dependent on the software of the WLAN devices. 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							FCC Caution 
    1. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to 
  the following two conditions: 
  (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 
  (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference  
       that may cause undesired operation. 
    2. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCC 
  RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 
  This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum  
  distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. 
    3. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with 
  any other antenna or transmitter. 
    4. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the  
  party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate  
  the equipment. 
 
Copyright Notice 
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL.  
We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the 
correctness of its contents.  Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the 
right to make changes without notice. 
 
Trademarks 
Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation. 
All brand names, icons, and trademarks used in this manual are the sole property of their 
respective owners. 
 
Revision History 
Revision     History     Date 
V 1.0     First Release    June 2005 
  
						

							Important Safety Precautions 
Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any 
piece of electronic component. 
 
1. Keep this User Manual for future reference. 
2. Keep this equipment away from humidity. 
3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. 
4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the 
equipment from overheating.   
5. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. 
6. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical 
shock. 
7. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by  a 
service personnel: 
•Liquid has penetrated into the equipment 
•The equipment has been exposed to moisture 
•The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work according to 
User Manual 
•The equipment has dropped and damaged 
•If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage 
8. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT  
UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60°C OR 
BELOW -20°C, IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.  
						

							Contents 
 
Chapter 1  Introduction..........................................................................................................1 
Functions and Features.....................................................................................................1 
Packing List.....................................................................................................................3 
Chapter 2  Hardware Installation............................................................................................4 
2.1 Panel Layout..............................................................................................................4 
2.2 Procedure for Hardware Installation...........................................................................6 
Chapter 3  Network Settings and Software Installation...........................................................7 
3.1 Make Correct Network Settings of Your Computer.....................................................7 
Chapter 4  Configuring Wireless Broadband Router...............................................................8 
4.1 Start-up and Log in.....................................................................................................9 
4.2 Wizard........................................................................................................................9 
4.3 Setup........................................................................................................................10 
4.4 Advanced.................................................................................................................21 
4.5 Administration..........................................................................................................41 
4.6 Status.......................................................................................................................46 
Appendix A  TCP/IP Configuration for Windows 95/98......................................................50 
Appendix B  802.1x Setting.................................................................................................55 
Appendix C  WPA-PSK and WPA.......................................................................................61 
Appendix D  FAQ and Troubleshooting...............................................................................74 
Reset to factory Default..................................................................................................74 
Appendix E  Product Specification.......................................................................................75 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
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Congratulations on your purchase of this outstanding Wireless Broadband Router. This product is specifically 
designed for Small Office and Home Office needs. It provides a complete SOHO solution for Internet surfing, and is 
easy to configure and operate even for non-technical users. Instructions for installing and configuring this product 
can be found in this manual. Before you install and use this product, please read this manual carefully for fully 
exploiting the functions of this product. 
Functions and Features  
    
 Router Basic functions  
 
l   Auto-sensing Ethernet Switch 
Equipped with a  4-port auto-sensing Ethernet switch.  
l   WAN type supported 
The router supports some WAN types, Static, Dynamic, PPPoE , PPTP ,L2TP, Dynamic IP with Road 
Runner. 
l   Firewall 
All unwanted packets from outside intruders are blocked to protect your Intranet. 
l   DHCP server supported 
All of the networked computers can retrieve TCP/IP settings automatically from this product. 
l   Web-based configuring 
Configurable through any networked computer ’s web browser using Netscape or Internet Explorer.  
l   Virtual Server supported 
Enable you to expose WWW, FTP and other services on your LAN to be accessible to Internet users.  
l   User-Definable Application Sensing Tunnel 
User can define the attributes to support the special applications requiring multiple connections, like 
Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and so on, then this product can sense the 
application type and open multi-port tunnel for it.  
l   DMZ Host supported 
Lets a networked computer be fully exposed to the Internet; this function is used when special application 
sensing tunnel feature is insufficient to allow an application to function correctly.  
l   Statistics of WAN Supported 
Enables you to monitor inbound and outbound packets  
 
 
 
  
						

							 
2  Wireless functions 
 
l   High speed for wireless LAN connection  
Up to 54Mbps data rate by incorporating Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). 
l   Roaming  
Provides seamless roaming within the IEEE 802.11b (11M) and IEEE 802.11g (54M) WLAN 
infrastructure. 
l   IEEE 802.11b compatible (11M)  
Allowing inter-operation among multiple vendors. 
l   IEEE 802.11g compatible (54M)  
Allowing inter-operation among multiple vendors. 
l   Auto fallback  
54M, 48M, 36M, 24M, 18M, 12M, 6M data rate with auto fallback in 802.11g mode. 
11M, 5.5M, 2M, 1M data rate with auto fallback in 802.11b mode. 
   
      Security functions 
  l  Packet filter supported 
Packet Filter  allows you to control access to a network by analyzing the incoming and outgoing packets 
and letting them pass or halting them based on the IP address of the source and destination.  
l   Domain Filter Supported 
Let you prevent users under this device from accessing specific URLs. 
l   URL Blocking Supported  
URL Blocking can block hundreds of websites connection by simply a  keyword. 
l   VPN Pass-through 
The router also supports VPN pass-through. 
l   802.1X supported 
When the 802.1X function is enabled, the Wireless user must authenticate to this router first to use the 
Network service. 
l   Support WPA-PSK and WPA 
    When the WPA function is enabled, the Wireless user must authenticate to this router first to  
use the Network service  
l   SPI Mode Supported 
When SPI Mode is enabled, the router will check every incoming packet to detect if this packet is valid.  
l   DoS Attack Detection Supported 
When this feature is enabled, the router will detect and log the DoS attack comes from the Internet.  
 
  
						

							 
3  Advanced functions 
 
l   System time Supported  
Allow you to synchronize system time with network time server. 
l   E-mail Alert Supported 
The router can send its info by mail. 
l   Dynamic dns Supported 
At present,the router has 3 ddns.dyndns,TZO.com and dhs.org. 
l   SNMP Supported 
The router supports basic SNMP function. 
l   Routing Table Supported 
Now, the router supports static routing. 
l   Schedule Rule supported 
Customers can control some functions, like virtual server and packet filters when to access or when to 
block.  
 
Other functions 
  l  UPNP (Universal Plug and Play)Supported 
The router also supports this function. The applications: X-box, Msn Messenger.    
 
Packing List  
  l  Wireless broadband router unit 
l   Installation CD-ROM 
l   Power adapter 
l   CAT-5 UTP Fast Ethernet cable  
						

							 
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2.1 Panel Layout  
2.1.1. Front Panel  
   
    Figure 2-1 Front Panel  
LED  Function   Color 
Status  Description POWER   Power 
indication 
Green 
On Power is being applied to this product.  Status 
System 
status   Green 
Blinking M1 is flashed once per second to indicate system is alive.   
On 
The WAN port is linked.  WAN 
WAN port 
activity    Green 
Blinking The WAN port is sending or receiving data.  WLAN   Wireless 
activity  Green 
Blinking Sending or receiving data via wireless  On 
An active station is connected to the corresponding LAN 
port.  Link/Act.  
1~4 
Link status   Green 
Blinking The corresponding LAN port is sending or receiving data.   
						

							 
5  2.1.2. Rear Panel 
 
 
 
Figure 2-2 Rear Panel 
 
Port  Description 
PWR  Power inlet 
WAN  the port where you will connect your cable (or DSL) modem or 
Ethernet router. 
LAN Port 1-4  the ports where you will connect networked computers and other 
devices. 
Reset  To reset system settings to factory defaults 
 
 
 
 
 
  Antenna 
PWR  Reset  LAN Ports 1~4 
WAN Port