GigaFast Ethernet
Section 6
3. What is NAT (Network Address Translation) and what is it used for?
4. If installation fails, what can I do?
5. What can I do if l lose connection with the Wireless Router when I
change the LAN subnet from 192.168.8.1 into 192.168.1.1 (or like
others) ?
NAT translates multiple private IP address in the private LAN into one public address
that is sent out to the Internet. NAT has 2 functions:
It adds a level security since the IP address of a PC connected to the private LAN
is never transmitted on the Internet
It allows the Wireless Router to be used with low cost Internet accounts, such as
DSL or cable modems, where only one IP address is provided by ISP. Users can
have many private addresses behind a single address
Reset your cable/DSL modem by powering the unit off for 20 seconds and then turn it
back on. Once it has completed its tests, reset the Wireless Router by holding down
the reset button for at least 5 seconds with the power on and try installation again.
This problem is often occurs because your LAN client PC is no longer on the same
subnet address as the Wireless Router. Release your LAN client PC’s IP address
(which is currently something like 192.168.8.17) and renew the IP address from the
Wireless Router (the IP address will then become something like 192.168.1.17)
6. What type of firewall is the Wireless Router equipped with?
7. What can I do if I am unable to access the web configuration screen for
this router?
8. What is DMZ (DeMilitarized zone)?
9. Does the Wireless Access Point Router pass PPTP or actively route
PPTP sessions?
10. Is the Wireless Access Point Router cross-platform compatible?
The Wireless Router uses NAT and TCP/IP packet inspections.
You may have to remove proxy settings on your Internet browser or remove dial-up
settings on your browser. (If you use PPPoE or PPP WAN connection)
DMZ allows one IP address (computer) to be exposed to the Internet. Some
applications require multiple TCP/IP ports t be open. It is recommended that you set
your computer with a static IP if you want to use DMZ.
Yes, this router allows PPTP packets to pass through.
Yes, any platform that supports Ethernet and TCP/IP is compatible with the Wireless
Router. (like Windows 9x/Me/NT4/2000/XP, Linux, iMac, Unix , …)