Article ID:3861
Objective
A setup wizard is used to help simplify the initial configuration of a device. In this setup wizard, you will be guided on how to properly integrate the WRP400 into your current network, how to configure your Internet, and how to set up your wireless network. This document explains how to use the Setup Wizard on the WRP400.
Applicable Device
• WRP400
Software Version
• 2.00.32
Setup Wizard Configuration
Step 1. Insert the CD into the computer you wish to setup and configure the device.
Step 2. Once the Setup Wizard has been started, from the language drop-down list, choose the language that you wish to use with the device.
Step 3. Click Click Here to Start to continue with the setup.
Step 4. Read the End-User License Agreement and click Next to accept the terms and continue the setup wizard.
Note: Follow the instructions on each page of the Setup Wizard, and click Next to continue with the setup. You can click Back to review a previous step at any time.
Step 5. Unplug your modem from the power outlet and click Next.
Step 6. Disconnect the ethernet cable plugged in to your modem from your computer and click Next to continue.
Step 7. Plug the ethernet cable you just unplugged into the Internet port of your WRP400. Click Next to continue.
Step 8. Plug your modem back into the power outlet and click Next to continue.
Step 9. Plug the included ethernet cable into the network port of your computer and click Next to continue.
Step 10. Plug the other end of the included ethernet cable into any of the ethernet ports numbered 1 to 4 on the WRP400. Click Next to continue.
Step 11. Plug the RJ11 cable of an existing phone in to the Phone1 or Phone2 port of the WRP400. Click Next to continue.
Step 12. Plug the power adapter in to the WRP400 and in to the power outlet. Click Next to continue.
Step 13. Check that the Power, Wireless, Internet, and the respective port lights are lit up on the front of the WRP400. If a light is not lit, make sure that the cable is firmly plugged into the port. Click Next to continue. The setup wizard now checks your computer settings.
Step 14. From the Internet Type drop-down list, choose how you want configure your Internet connection. This option selection depends on the Internet Service Provider (ISP). The available options are explained below.
• DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) — If your IP service provider has a DHCP server, choose this option. The IP address will be dynamically assigned to the device.
• PPPoE( Point-Point Protocol Over Ethernet) — If your IP service provider has DSL, choose this option. You will have to authenticate your connection to the ISP. PPPoE is a protocol used for encapsulating PPP Frames inside ethernet frames.
• Static IP — If your service provider has provided you with an IP address, gateway address, and a DNS server address, choose this option. The device will be assigned a static address.
• PPTP(Point-Point Tunneling Protocol) — If your service provider has provided you with an IP address, gateway address, and a username and password, choose this option. The intended use of this protocol is to provide security levels and remote access levels comparable with typical Virtual Private Networks products.
• L2TP(Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) — If your service provider has provided you with an IP address and a username and password, choose this option. L2TP is a tunneling protocol used to support Virtual Private Networks or as part of delivery services by ISPs.
Step 15. Enter the information that corresponds with the chosen Internet Type in the fields described below.
• IP Address — Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. This will be the address assigned to your device and applies to PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP.
• Subnet Mask — Enter the subnet mask related to the IP address. This applies to PPTP and Static IP.
• Gateway — Enter the IP address of the gateway device provided by your Internet service provider. This applies to PPTP and Static IP.
• DNS1(Domain Name System 1) — Enter the IP address of the primary DNS server provided by your Internet service provider. This applies to Static IP.
• DNS2(Domain Name System 2) — (Optional) Enter the IP address of the secondary DNS server provided by your Internet service provider. This applies to Static IP.
Step 16. (Optional) If you chose L2TP or PPPoE, click Advanced Settings.
Timesaver: If you chose to not to perform Step 16, skip to Step 19.
Step 17. Click the radio button that corresponds to the desired connectivity type.
• Keep Alive — The router will check your Internet connection at the specified interval and will attempt to automatically reconnect if connection is lost. Enter the time in seconds field which will keep the internet connection active.
• Connect On Demand — The router will disconnect from the Internet after the connection has been inactive for the specified interval of time. Enter the desired time.
Step 18. Click Next to continue the setup wizard.
Step 19. In the New Password field, enter your desired password for the router login i.e. for web configuration utility access.
Step 20. In the Re-enter Password field, re-enter the password from the New Password field and click Next to continue.
Step 21. In the Network Name (SSID) field, enter the desired name of the network that will be broadcasted by the device and also appear when trying to connect through wireless and Click Next to continue.
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Step 22. Click the type of wireless security you want for your network.
• Higher Security (WPA) — Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a protocol to secure wireless computer networks. WPA also includes message integrity check. This is designed to prevent an attacker from capturing, altering or re-sending the packets. This is the most secure of the options but may not be compatible with older devices. WPA requires a password for connection.
• Better compatibility with legacy drivers (WEP) — Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a security algorithm for wireless networks. The intention of WEP is to provide data confidentiality comparable to that of a traditional wired network. This option is moderately secure but compatible with almost all devices. Unlike the higher security, WEP has been cracked and can easily be accessed with the use of third party programs. If chosen, the wizard will generate a random key.
• Do not secure my wireless network (not recommended) — This option has no security and will leave your network vulnerable.
Step 23. Click Next to continue.
Timesaver: If you chose WEP skip to Step 25. If you chose Do not secure my wireless network skip to Step 27.
Step 24. In the Passphrase field, enter the password that will be used to access your wireless network. Click Next to continue.
Timesaver: Once done with Step 24, skip to Step 26.
Step 25. In the WEP Key 1 field, enter your own key or use the key randomly generated by the router by default. Click Next to continue.
Step 26. If you want to keep a copy of the network settings, either check the Save Network Settings to My Window Desktop (Recommended) check box or click Print Settings and then click Next to continue. When you are finished with the final step of the Setup Wizard, a progress message appears. Wait for the Wizard to complete the connection.
Step 27. Click Next and then Finish to finish configuring your device with the setup wizard.