Page 3 - Table of Contents
10/100 16-Port VPN Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4 An Introduction to LANs 4 The Use of IP Addresses 4 Why do I need a VPN? 5 What is a VPN? 6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router 8 The Front Panel 8 The Back Panel ...
Page 5 - Replacing a Lithium Battery
10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix E: Battery Replacement 104 Replacing a Lithium Battery 104 Appendix F: Windows Help 105 Appendix G: Glossary 106 Appendix H: Specifications 113 Appendix I: Warranty Information 114 Appendix J: Regulatory Information 115 Appendix K: Contact Information 116
Page 6 - List of Figures; Figure 5-2: Obtain an IP address automatically for Windows 98 and Me
10/100 16-Port VPN Router List of Figures Figure 2-1: VPN Router-to-VPN Router VPN 7 Figure 2-2: Computer-to-VPN Router VPN 7 Figure 3-1: Front Panel 8 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 10 Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network 11 Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 12 Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet 12 Figure 4-4: Co...
Page 7 - Figure 6-37: Confirm Return to Factory Default Settings
10/100 16-Port VPN Router Figure 6-14: Time - Automatic 25 Figure 6-15: Time - Manual 25 Figure 6-16: DMZ Host 26 Figure 6-17: Forwarding 26 Figure 6-18: Service Management 27 Figure 6-19: UPnP 28 Figure 6-20: One-to-One NAT 29 Figure 6-21: MAC Clone 30 Figure 6-22: Edit MAC Clone 30 Figure 6-23: DD...
Page 12 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the 10/100 16-Port VPN Router. The Linksys 10/100 16-Port VPN Router is an advanced Internet-sharing network solution for your small business needs. Like any router, it lets multiple com...
Page 13 - What’s in this Guide?
2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? 10/100 16-Port VPN Router What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the 10/100 16-Port VPN Router. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the 10/100 16-Port VPN Router applications and this User Guide. • Ch...
Page 15 - Chapter 2: Networking Basics; An Introduction to LANs; The Use of IP Addresses
4 Chapter 2: Networking BasicsAn Introduction to LANs 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Chapter 2: Networking Basics An Introduction to LANs A Router is a network device that connects two networks together. The Router connects your local area network (LAN), or the group of PCs in your home or office, to the...
Page 18 - VPN Router to VPN Router
7 Chapter 2: Networking BasicsWhat is a VPN? 10/100 16-Port VPN Router • VPN Router to VPN Router • Computer (using VPN client software that supports IPSec) to VPN Router The VPN Router creates a “tunnel” or channel between two endpoints, so that data transmissions between them are secure. A compute...
Page 19 - Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router; The Front Panel; LEDs
8 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the RouterThe Front Panel 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router The Front Panel The Router’s LEDs, Ethernet ports, and Reset button are located on the front panel of the Router. LEDs DIAG Orange. The DIAG LED lights up when the system is not rea...
Page 21 - The Back Panel
10 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the RouterThe Back Panel 10/100 16-Port VPN Router The Back Panel The Router’s Power port is located on the back panel of the Router. Power The Power port is where you connect the power adapter. Proceed to “Chapter 4: Connecting the Router.” Figure 3-2: Back Panel
Page 22 - Chapter 4: Connecting the Router; Overview
11 Chapter 4: Connecting the RouterOverview 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Router Overview To set up your network, you will do the following: • Connect the Router to one of your PCs according to the instructions in this chapter. • If necessary, configure your PCs to obtain an IP...
Page 23 - Connection Instructions
12 Chapter 4: Connecting the RouterConnection Instructions 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Connection Instructions 1. Before you begin, make sure that all of your hardware is powered off, including the Router, PCs, hubs, switches, and cable or DSL modem. 2. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to ...
Page 24 - Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs
13 Chapter 5: Configuring the PCsOverview 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs Overview The instructions in this chapter will help you configure each of your computers so they will be able to communicate with the Router. Each PC must be set to obtain an IP address (or TCP/IP) add...
Page 27 - Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the Router
16 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterOverview 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the Router Overview For your convenience, use the Router’s Web-based Utility to set it up and configure it. This chapter will explain all of the functions in this Utility. Ther...
Page 30 - How to Access the Web-based Utility; System Information
19 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterHow to Access the Web-based Utility 10/100 16-Port VPN Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Web-based Utility of the Router, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1 ,...
Page 31 - Port Statistics; Network Setting Status; Firewall Setting Status
20 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Summary Tab 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Port Statistics Click any port on the Router’s front panel image to see the status of the selected port. If the port is disabled, it will be red; if enabled, it will be black. If the port is connected, it...
Page 32 - VPN Setting Status; Log Setting Status
21 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Summary Tab 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Block WAN Request. It shows the status (On/Off) of the Block WAN Request setting and hyperlinks to the General page of the Firewall tab. VPN Setting Status VPN Summary. It hyperlinks to the Summary page o...
Page 33 - Network
22 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSetup Tab - Network 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Setup Tab - Network The Setup screen shows all of the Router’s basic setup functions. The Router can be used in most network setups without changing any of the default values; however, you may need to en...
Page 35 - DMZ Setting
24 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSetup Tab - Network 10/100 16-Port VPN Router PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe and Israel only. 1. Enter your settings in the WAN IP Address , Subnet...
Page 37 - Setup Tab - Forwarding; Port Range Forwarding
26 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSetup Tab - DMZ Host 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Setup Tab - DMZ Host The DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) Host feature allows one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or video conferencing. Alt...
Page 38 - Port Triggering
27 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSetup Tab - Forwarding 10/100 16-Port VPN Router If you want to delete a service you have created, select it and click the Delete selected service button. Then, click the Save Setting button to save your changes. Click the Exit button to return to t...
Page 41 - Setup Tab - MAC Clone
30 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSetup Tab - MAC Clone 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Setup Tab - MAC Clone Some ISPs require that you register a MAC address, which is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. The MAC Clone feature “clones” your network ...
Page 43 - Setup Tab - Advanced Routing; Dynamic Routing; Static Routing
32 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSetup Tab - Advanced Routing 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Setup Tab - Advanced Routing Dynamic Routing The Router's dynamic routing feature can be used, so the Router will automatically adjust to physical changes in the network's layout. Using the dyna...
Page 45 - Dynamic IP
34 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterDHCP Tab - Setup 10/100 16-Port VPN Router DHCP Tab - Setup Setup The Router can be used as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server on your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns available IP addresses to computers on your network....
Page 46 - DNS; WINS
35 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterDHCP Tab - Setup 10/100 16-Port VPN Router DNS You can assign DNS server(s) to the DHCP clients so the Router will use the DNS server(s) for faster access to functioning DNS server(s). You do not need to complete either of these DNS Server fields; i...
Page 48 - Load Balance
37 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Management Tab - Multi-WAN 10/100 16-Port VPN Router System Management Tab - Multi-WAN Load Balance For the Load Balance feature, you have a choice of Intelligent Balancer (Auto Mode) and IP Group (By Users), except for WAN1. The Router reser...
Page 51 - System Management Tab - SNMP
40 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Management Tab - SNMP 10/100 16-Port VPN Router System Management Tab - SNMP SNMP, Simple Network Management Protocol, is a network protocol that provides network administrators with the ability to monitor the status of the Router and receive...
Page 52 - System Management Tab - Diagnostic; DNS Name Lookup
41 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Management Tab - Diagnostic 10/100 16-Port VPN Router System Management Tab - Diagnostic The Router has two built-in tools, DNS Name Lookup and Ping, which are used for troubleshooting network problems. The Internet has a service called the D...
Page 53 - System Management Tab - Factory Default; System Management Tab - Firmware Upgrade; Firmware Upgrade; Firmware Download
42 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Management Tab - Factory Default 10/100 16-Port VPN Router System Management Tab - Factory Default Use this screen to clear all of your configuration information and restore the Router to its factory default settings. Only use this feature if...
Page 54 - System Management Tab - Restart; System Management Tab - Setting Backup; Import Configuration File
43 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSystem Management Tab - Restart 10/100 16-Port VPN Router System Management Tab - Restart If you need to restart the Router, it is highly recommended that you use the Restart tool on this screen. When you restart from the Restart screen, then the Ro...
Page 55 - Port Management Tab - Port Setup
44 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterPort Management Tab - Port Setup 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Port Management Tab - Port Setup On this screen you can choose the number of WAN ports the Router will provide and configure the connection settings for each port, such as priority, speed, a...
Page 56 - Port Management Tab - Port Status
45 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterPort Management Tab - Port Status 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Port Management Tab - Port Status To see the status information and settings for a specific port, select its ID number or name from the Port ID drop-down menu. For the selected port, the Su...
Page 57 - Firewall Tab - General
46 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterFirewall Tab - General 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Firewall Tab - General Using the screens of the Firewall tab, you can configure the Router to block or allow Internet access for specific internal users. You can also configure the Router to block or ...
Page 58 - Firewall Tab - Access Rules
47 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterFirewall Tab - Access Rules 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Firewall Tab - Access Rules Access Rules evaluate network traffic to decide whether or not it is allowed to pass through the Router’s firewall. Access Rules look specifically at a data transmissi...
Page 59 - Add a New Rule
48 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterFirewall Tab - Access Rules 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Add a New Rule Services. If you need help to set up the Access Rules, click the Wizard button. For more details, see the Wizard Tab section. Otherwise, follow these instructions: 1. For the Actio...
Page 60 - Firewall Tab - Content Filter
49 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterFirewall Tab - Content Filter 10/100 16-Port VPN Router 6. Select the Destination IP address(es) for this Access Rule. If it can be any IP address, select Any . If it is one IP address, select Single and enter the IP address in the Destination IP fi...
Page 61 - Tunnel Status
50 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Summary 10/100 16-Port VPN Router VPN Tab - Summary This screen displays general information about the VPN tunnels and GroupVPNs. Summary. This shows the number of VPN Tunnel(s) Used and Tunnel(s) Available. The Router supports up to 50 tu...
Page 62 - GroupVPN Status
51 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Summary 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Phase2 Enc/Auth/Grp. This shows the Phase 2 Encryption type (DES/3DES), Authentication method (MD5/SHA1), and DH Group number (1/2/5) that you chose in the IPSec Setup section. If you selected Manual Keyin...
Page 63 - VPN Tab - Gateway to Gateway; Add a New Tunnel
52 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Gateway to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Tunnel Test. Click the Connect button to verify the status of a VPN tunnel. The test result will be updated in the Status column. If the tunnel is connected, a Disconnect button will be availabl...
Page 65 - Remote Group Setup
54 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Gateway to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router IP Range. If you select IP Range, then you can specify a range of IP addresses within the subnet that will be able to access the tunnel. Complete the IP range fields. The default IP Range is 192...
Page 66 - IPSec Setup
55 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Gateway to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Dynamic IP + Domain Name(FQDN) Authentication. If the Remote Security Gateway has a dynamic IP and you want to use the Domain Name for authentication, then select this type. When the Remote Secu...
Page 70 - VPN Tab - Client to Gateway
59 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Client to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router select Aggressive Mode . If you select one of the Dynamic IP types for the Remote Security Gateway Type setting, then Main Mode will be unavailable, so Aggressive Mode will be used. Compress (Sup...
Page 71 - Group VPN; Local Group Setup
60 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Client to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Interface. Select the appropriate Interface (WAN1, WAN2...) from the pull-down menu. If you designate more than two WAN ports on the Network or Port Management page, then additional WAN ports wil...
Page 73 - Remote Client Setup for a VPN Tunnel
62 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Client to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Remote Client Setup for a VPN Tunnel You will have different Remote Client Setup settings depending on whether you are adding a new tunnel or a new Group VPN. If you are adding a new Group VPN, p...
Page 74 - Remote Client Setup for a Group VPN
63 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - Client to Gateway 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Dynamic IP + E-mail Addr.(User FQDN) Authentication. If the Remote Security Gateway has a dynamic IP and you want to use the e-mail address for authentication, then select this type. When the Rem...
Page 79 - VPN Tab - VPN Pass Through; IPSec Pass Through
68 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterVPN Tab - VPN Pass Through 10/100 16-Port VPN Router VPN Tab - VPN Pass Through The VPN Passthrough screen allows you to enable or disable passthrough for a variety of VPN methods. IPSec Pass Through Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of ...
Page 80 - Log Tab - System Log; Syslog
69 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterLog Tab - System Log 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Log Tab - System Log On this screen you will be able to configure the Router’s log settings, so you can specify how you want its activity logs handled. Syslog Syslog is a standard protocol used to captu...
Page 81 - Log Setting
70 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterLog Tab - System Log 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Log Setting Alert Log You can receive alert logs for specific types of events: Syn Flooding, IP Spoofing, Win Nuke, Ping of Death, and Unauthorized Login Attempt. To be notified of a specific event, cli...
Page 82 - Log Tab - System Statistics
71 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterLog Tab - System Statistics 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Log Tab - System Statistics This screen displays statistics about all of the Router’s ports (LAN, DMZ, and all WAN ports). For each port, the following statistics are listed: Device Name, Status,...
Page 83 - Wizard Tab; Basic Setup
72 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterWizard Tab 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Wizard Tab Use this tab to access two Setup Wizards, the Basic Setup Wizard and the Access Rule Setup Wizard. Run the Basic Setup Wizard to set up the Router for your Internet connection(s). Run the Access Rule S...
Page 89 - Access Rule Setup
78 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterWizard Tab 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Access Rule Setup 1. Click the Launch Now button to run the Access Rule Wizard. 2. The screen shown in Figure 6-112 will appear. This screen explains the Access Rules, including the Router’s Default Rules. Click ...
Page 92 - Support Tab; Linksys Web Site; Logout Tab
81 Chapter 6: Setting up and Configuring the RouterSupport Tab 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Support Tab From this tab, you will be able to access the Support page of the Linksys website, which offers a variety of resources. You must have an active Internet connection before you can visit the Linksys we...
Page 93 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Common Problems and Solutions
82 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Router. Read the descriptions below to help solve your problems. If you can't fin...
Page 94 - For Windows 98 and Millennium:
83 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions 10/100 16-Port VPN Router 4. I need to set a static IP address on a PC. The Router, by default, assigns an IP address range of 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.149 using the DHCP server on the Router. To set a static IP address, you can only use ...
Page 101 - For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher:
90 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions 10/100 16-Port VPN Router A. Access the Router’s web interface by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Router. Enter admin (the default) in the User Name and Password fields, and click the Setup => Password tab. B. Enter ...
Page 104 - Frequently Asked Questions
93 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions 10/100 16-Port VPN Router • If the PCs are configured correctly, but still not working, check the Router. Ensure that it is connected and powered on. Connect to it and check its settings. (If you cannot connect to it, check the LAN and power c...
Page 108 - Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware
97 Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware You can use the Router’s Web-based Utility to upgrade the firmware; however, if you do so, you may lose the settings you have configured on the Router. To upgrade the Router’s firmware, follow these instructio...
Page 109 - Windows 98 or Me Instructions; Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
98 Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 98 or Me Instructions 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter ...
Page 110 - For the Router’s Web-based Utility
99 Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterFor the Router’s Web-based Utility 10/100 16-Port VPN Router 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen (Figure C-3); it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of n...
Page 111 - Appendix D: Physical Setup of the Router; Setting up the Router; Placement of the Router
100 Appendix D: Physical Setup of the RouterSetting up the Router 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix D: Physical Setup of the Router This section describes the physical setup of the Router, including installation of the mounting brackets. Setting up the Router You can set the Router on a desktop, in...
Page 113 - Wall-Mounting the Router
102 Appendix D: Physical Setup of the RouterSetting up the Router 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Wall-Mounting the Router The Router is shown in Figure D-3 with two holes on the bottom. The horizontal distance between the two holes is 3.701 inches (94 mm). Install two screws or nails into the wall, 3.701...
Page 115 - Appendix E: Battery Replacement
104 Appendix E: Battery ReplacementReplacing a Lithium Battery 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix E: Battery Replacement Replacing a Lithium Battery The Router has a lithium battery, number CR2032, on its main circuit board. This battery has an operating life of about one to two years. When the batt...
Page 116 - Appendix F: Windows Help; Shared Resources
105 Appendix F: Windows Help 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix F: Windows Help Almost all Linksys networking products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed throu...
Page 124 - Appendix H: Specifications
113 Appendix H: Specifications 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix H: Specifications Model RV016 Standards IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Ports 16 10/100 RJ-45 Ports, 2 10/100 RJ-45 Internet Port, 1 10/100 RJ-45 DMZ Port, Up to 7 10/100 RJ-45 Internet Ports Button Reset Cabling Type Category 5 Ethernet LEDs Syst...
Page 125 - Appendix I: Warranty Information
114 Appendix I: Warranty Information 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix I: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Y...
Page 126 - Appendix J: Regulatory Information
115 Appendix J: Regulatory Information 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix J: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable prot...
Page 127 - Appendix K: Contact Information
116 Appendix K: Contact Information 10/100 16-Port VPN Router Appendix K: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com Can't find information about a product you ...