Multitech RouteFinder RF550VPN User manual

SOHO Internet Security Appliance

Model RF550VPN

Quick Start Guide

RouteFinder Internet Security Appliance

Model RF550VPN

PN S000237E Revision E

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Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof

and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular

purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and to

make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to

notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.

Revision Date Description

A 11/26/01 Initial release.

B01/25/02 Changes to some screen captures. Formatting changes. Added a

Configuring the PC section.

C05/17/02 New examples. New screen captures. SSH IPSec Sentinel new

version (v 1.3). Advanced features are now discussed in the User

Guide only.

D10/08/02 Changes to the Virtual Server section, Administrative Settings,

and VPN Connection. Software version 4.63.

E04/08/03 Software version 4.64.

Trademarks

The Multi-Tech logo is a trademark of Multi-Tech System, Inc. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft. All

other trademarks are owned by their respective companies.

Headquarters

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

2205 Woodale Drive

Mounds View, Minnesota 55112

(763) 785-3500 or (800) 328-9717

Fax (763) 785-9874

Internet Address: http://www.multitech.com

Contents

1 – Introduction and Description .........................................................1

RouterFinder Documentation.............................................................1

RF550VPN Front Panel.....................................................................2

RF550VPN Back Panel .....................................................................3

2 – Installation .......................................................................................4

Safety Warnings ................................................................................4

System Requirements .......................................................................4

Unpacking Your RouteFinder ............................................................4

Cabling Your RouteFinder .................................................................5

3 – Configuring the PC..........................................................................6

4 – Navigating the Screens.................................................................12

5 – Configuring the RF550VPN...........................................................13

About the Browser Interface ............................................................13

Start the RF550VPN Configuration..................................................13

Setup Wizard...................................................................................15

6 – Technical Support.........................................................................26

Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description

1 – Introduction and Description

Welcome to the world of Internet security. Your Multi-Tech SOHO RouteFinder VPN

Internet security appliance, Model RF550VPN, is ideal for the small branch office or

telecommuter who needs secure access to the corporate LAN.

In addition to providing a WAN Ethernet port for DSL or cable broadband Internet

access, it offers both LAN-to-LAN and client-to-LAN connectivity. The SOHO

RouteFinder supports up to 5 IPSec tunnels and provides 3DES encryption with 700K

bps throughput.

RouteFinder Documentation

The Quick Start Guide

The Quick Start Guide is a shorter version of this User Guide. It is included in printed

form with your RF550VPN. Both guides are intended to be used by systems

administrators and network managers. They provide the necessary information for a

qualified person to unpack, cable, and configure the device for proper operation.

The User Guide

The User Guide can be installed from the CD by clicking Install Manuals on the

Installation screen or downloading the file from our Web site at:

http://www.multitech.com

Save or Print the User Guide

Once the User Guide is displayed on screen using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can

save the .pdf file to your system or print a copy.

Setup Examples and Other Helpful Documents

There are five reference documents to help you setup and use your RF550VPN. These

reference guides are located on the CD that accompanies your RouteFinder and also

on the Multi-Tech Web site. Check the Multi-Tech Web site occasionally as other

documents may be added in the future.

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Adobe Acrobat Reader is a free program for viewing PDF formatted documents. It can

be installed from the CD (click on Install Manuals and select Install Adobe Acrobat

Reader).

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RF550VPN Front Panel

Link

ACT

100

FDX

COL

Data DCD

Serial WAN

Link RXD TXD PWR

1234

LEDs Description

Link ACT Lights when the LAN client is correctly connected to the

Ethernet port. Blinks when there is activity on the Ethernet port.

100/10 Lights when the LAN client is connected at 100MB.

Off when the LAN client is connected at 10MB.

FDX COL

Lights when the LAN client is connected as full duplex.

Off when the LAN client is connected as half duplex. Blinks

when there are collisions on the network.

Serial Data Blinks when the Serial async port is receiving or transmitting

data.

Serial DCD Lights when the Serial async port is connected to a remote

site.

WAN Link Lights when connection to the 10BaseT WAN is established.

WAN RXD Lights when the WAN port is receiving data.

WAN TXD Lights when the WAN port is transmitting data.

PWR Lights when power is being supplied to the router.

Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description

RF550VPN Back Panel

1234

Serial Reset

WAN

5VDC

Power 5VDC The power port connects the AC power adapter.

10 BT WAN

(10Base-T) The WAN port connects the xDSL modem or cable modem.

Serial The Serial port connects a standard modem (optional).

Reset The Reset button resets the router to factory defaults. Press and

hold button until the serial LEDs blink. Then release the reset

button. Do not press it again - you will clear the current data.

Ports 1 - 4 There are 4 LAN ports. You can connect to PCs, FTP servers,

printers, or other devices you want to put on your network.

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2 – Installation

Safety Warnings

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in a wet location unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

3. This product is to be used with UL and cUL listed computers.

4. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has

been disconnected at the network interface.

5. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of

electrical shock from lightening.

7. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger Telecommunications line

cord.

System Requirements

·Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0+ or Netscape Navigator 4.0+

·One computer with an installed 10Mbps, 100Mbps or 10/100Mbps Ethernet card

·One Modem or ISDN TA (if a dialup backup connection is needed)

·One RJ-45 xDSL/Cable Internet connection

·TCP/IP protocol installed

·UTP network Cable with a RJ-45 connection

Unpacking Your RouteFinder

·The RF550VPN shipping box contains the following items:

·The RouteFinder RF550VPN

·System CD

·Power Supply

·This Quick Start Guide

If any of the items is missing or damaged, please contact Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

Chapter 2 – Installation

Cabling Your RouteFinder

Cabling your RouteFinder requires making the appropriate connections to PCs, Cable

or xDSL modem, analog modem or ISDN TA (optional), AC power and the router. After

your device is properly cabled, you will need to complete your configuration by following

the instructions provided in the following chapter.

1. Turn the power off on all network devices (PCs, cable modems, DSL modems,

analog modems, ISDN TAs, and the router).

2. Plug one end of a cable into the Ethernet port and other into one of the 4 LAN ports.

(If you have more than one PC, connect the others in the same way to the other LAN

ports).

3. If using an analog modem, connect it to the RF550VPN’s serial port.

4. Connect a network cable from the DSL modem or cable modem to the WAN port.

5. Connect the provided power supply cable to the 5VDC power port on the back of the

router. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC power outlet as shown.

You are ready to configure your router and network PCs.

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3 – Configuring the PC

You must establish TCP/IP communication on each PC (make sure a Network Card or

Adapter has been installed into each PC).

If Your Operating System Is Windows 98/Me:

Note: The following procedures are based on Windows 98. Procedures may differ

slightly in Windows Me. For Windows 98, check to see that you have installed the

Windows 98 patch dated August 1998.

1. Click Start | Settings | Control Panel.

2. Double-click the Network icon.

3. On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP protocol line associated with your

network card/adapter.

4. If the TCP/IP protocol line associated with your network card/adapter is listed,

proceed to Step 5. If not listed, see the User Guide, Appendix B, for installation

directions.

5. Then click the Properties button.

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