Multitech RouteFinder RF825-C-Nx User manual

RouteFinder®SOHO

SOHO Security Appliance

EDGE Models

RF825-E, RF825-E-AP

CDMA Models

RF825-C-Nx, RF825-C-Nx-AP

Quick Start Guide

RouteFinder RF825 Series Quick Start Guide

RouteFinder SOHO Security Appliance Quick Start Guide

Models: EDGE Models: RF825-E, RF825-E-AP

CDMA Models: RF825-C-Nx, RF825-C-Nx-AP

Document Number 82100286L, Revision B

This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written

to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranty 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 06/19/07 Initial release. Software version 1.30

B11/07/07 Software version 1.40. Removed Wireless Activation instructions.

Patents

This device is covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,219,708;

5,301,274; 5,309,562; 5,355,365; 5,355,653; 5,452,289; 5,453.986.

Trademarks

RouteFinder, Multi-Tech and the Multi-Tech logo are registered trademarks of Multi-Tech

System, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft.

World Headquarters

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

2205 Woodale Drive

Mounds View, Minnesota 55112

Phone: 763-785-3500 or 800-328-9717

Fax: 763-785-9874

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

Technical Support

Country By Email By Phone

Europe, Middle East, Africa [email protected] +(44) 118 959 7774

U.S., Canada, all others [email protected] (800) 972-2439 or +763-717-5863

Quick Start Guide RouteFinder RF825 Series

Introduction

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

SOHO Internet security appliance, RF825 series, is ideal for the small

office or home office (SOHO) that needs secure access to a corporate

LAN.

The RF825 CDMA/EDGE-AP builds offer secure 802.11b/g Wi-Fi®

wireless connectivity.

RouteFinder Ship Kit Contents

The RouteFinder shipping box contains the following items:

•One RF825 RouteFinder

•Power Supply

•RJ45 Ethernet Cable

•2.4 GHz 5dBi SWI-Reverse-F Swivel Access Point Antenna

(Included with the Wi-Fi®models only)

•2dB Cellular Antenna (not included with all models)

•This Quick Start Guide

•A CD with a 30-day evaluation copy of IPSec VPN Client software

(not the full working version).

•One RouteFinder CD which contains RouteFinder documentation

and Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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

Systems, Inc.

Safety Warnings

Ethernet Ports Caution

The Ethernet ports are not designed to be connected to a Public

Telecommunication Network.

Handling Precautions

All devices must be handled with certain precautions to avoid damage due

to the accumulation of static charge. Although input protection circuitry has

been incorporated into the devices to minimize the effect of this static build

up, proper precautions should be taken to avoid exposure to electrostatic

discharge during handling and mounting.

Caution: Maintain a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8

inches) between the transmitter’s antenna and the body of the

user or nearby persons. The modem is not designed for, nor

intended to be, used in applications within 20 cm (8 inches) of the

body of the user.

RouteFinder RF825 Series Quick Start Guide

Front and Back Panels

CDMA Front Panel

EDGE Front Panel

LEDs Description

Power Lights when power is being supplied to the RouteFinder.

Status When functioning normally, the LED blinks. The LED is a

solid light when the RouteFinder is booting up, saving the

configuration, restarting, or updating the firmware.

LAN

10/100M Lights when a successful connection to the 100BaseT LAN

is established. Off when connected to the 10BaseT.

LAN Link/

ACT Lights when the LAN port has a valid Ethernet connection.

Blinks when it is receiving or transmitting data.

WAN

10/100M Lights when a successful connection to the 100BaseT

WAN is established. Off when connected to the 10BaseT.

WAN Link

ACT Lights when the WAN port has a valid Internet connection.

Blinks when it is receiving or transmitting data.

Modem TD Transmit Data. Blinks when the modem is

transmitting data to your wireless carrier.

RD Receive Data. Blinks when the modem is receiving

data from your wireless carrier.

CD Carrier Detect. Lights when the modem detects a

valid carrier signal from a wireless carrier.

TR (Data) Terminal Ready. Lights when the modem is

trying to establish a wireless connection.

LS Link Status.

EDGE: Blinks when there is network activity between

carrier and cellular module. Otherwise, light will be off.

CDMA: Continuous “on” – The wireless modem is

not registered on the network.

Flashing – Network registration OK.

Off – Modem is off (not ready) or in download mode.

Quick Start Guide RouteFinder RF825 Series

CDMA & EDGE Back Panel

CDMA-AP & EDGE-AP Back Panel

Connecto

Description

GSM/EDGE

Antenna

Connector

2 dBi cellular antenna connector.

Note: The antenna must be attached in order for the

RouteFinder to be operational.

Handset Connector for a handset.

WAN WAN (10/100BaseT) port connects the DSL modem or

cable modem.

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

servers, printers, or other devices you want to put on

your network.

+9 Volt to

32VDC RouteFinder power source can range from 9 volts to

32VDC.

Reset The Reset button resets the RouteFinder to its factory

defaults. Press and hold the button until the Status LED

blinks, and then release it. Do not press this button

unless you want to restore all settings to the factory

defaults.

802.11 2.4 GHz 5dBi SWI-Reverse-F antenna connector.

Note: The antenna must be attached in order for the

RouteFinder to be operational.

RouteFinder RF825 Series Quick Start Guide

Getting Started

This section of the Quick Start Guide covers cabling the RouteFinder,

setting up TCP/IP communications in order to connect to the Internet

through a wireless provider's service, activating a wireless account, and

connecting to the Internet. See the User Guide for detailed information on

the RouteFinder software program.

Cabling Your RouteFinder

To use your RouteFinder, make the appropriate connections to PCs, a

cable or xDSL modem, an analog modem, and AC power. For AP models,

attach the antennas.

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

DSL modems, analog modems, and the RouteFinder).

2. Plug the RJ-45 cable into the Ethernet port on the PC and the

LAN port on the RouteFinder. (If you have more than one PC,

connect the others in the same way to the other LAN ports).

3. Connect the provided power supply cable to the 9 volt power port

on the back of the RouteFinder, and plug the other end of the

power supply into an AC power outlet as shown.

4. For the RF825-AP, attach the cellular antenna and the AP

antenna. Note: Be sure to locate this appliance where there is

wireless coverage.

Quick Start Guide RouteFinder RF825 Series

5. If a DSL or cable modem is desired, connect a network cable

from the DSL modem or cable modem to the WAN port on the

RouteFinder.

Establishing a TCP/IP Connection

The following directions establish a TCP/IP connection at the workstation

so the PC can communicate with the RouteFinder. The RouteFinders have

built-in DHCP functionality, so you can set the PC to obtain a dynamic IP

address. The following directions were written using a Windows 2000+ /

XP operating system.

Obtaining a Dynamic IP Address

To obtain a dynamic IP address so it can be assigned to the Ethernet port:

1. Make the RouteFinder connections as described on the previous

page.

2. Click Start | Settings | Control Panel. Double-click the Network

Connections icon.

3. The Network Connections screen displays. Right-click the Local

Area Connection icon and choose Properties from the drop

down list.

RouteFinder RF825 Series Quick Start Guide

4. The Local Area Connection

Properties dialog box

displays.

•Select Internet Protocol

[TCP/IP].

•Click the Properties button.

5. Once you click the Properties

button, the following screen

displays. To have your DCHP client

obtain a dynamic IP address, click

the Obtain an IP address

automatically button.

6. Close out of the Control Panel.

7. Repeat these steps for each PC on your network.

Setting a Fixed IP Address

To set a Fixed IP Address, check Specify an IP address instead of

Obtain an IP address automatically. Then click OK.

1. Enter the workstation IP address as 192.168.2.x. Note that the x

in the address stands for numbers 101 and up.

2. Enter the Subnet mask as 255.255.255.0

3. Enter the Default gateway as 192.168.2.1

4. Close out of the Control Panel.

5. Repeat these steps for each PC on your network.

Quick Start Guide RouteFinder RF825 Series

Obtaining and Activating a Wireless

Account

You may want to use a wireless connection to the Internet in case your

Ethernet WAN connection goes down. Before you can use the wireless

feature, you must obtain a wireless account through a service provider and

then activate the account.

Activation Notices

Please see the wireless account Activation Notices located on the

MultiModem CD. Choose the one for your wireless network provider and

follow the directions to activate your account. These directions are also

included in your ship kit.

Connecting to the Internet

Through the Cellular Provider’s

Service

Important Note About Provider Fees

Your wireless service provider will charge you for your data usage. Please

check with your provider to make sure you are aware of their charges.

If you plan to use the RouteFinder for large amounts of data transfers,

Multi-Tech recommends an unlimited data plan with your account. Multi-

Tech will not be responsible for any charges relating to your bill.

Connecting to the Internet Steps

1. Turn on your PC and login. Make sure your LAN connection is

set to Obtain an IP Address Automatically (see the section

Setting a TCP/IP Connection)

2. Connect the RouteFinder LAN port to the PC using the RJ45

cable and apply power by plugging in the power cable.

3. Attach the antennas.

4. For EDGE models, make sure your SIM card is inserted correctly.

5. From the workstation, open the command window by clicking the

Start button and selecting Run.

6. Type CMD to open the command window. Click OK.

7. When the command window opens, type IPCONFIG.

8. Check to make sure your LAN connection has received an IP

address in the 192.168.2.x subnet from the RouteFinder. If not,

type IPCONFIG /RELEASE, and then type IPCONFIG /RENEW

to see if you receive an IP address. Close the command window.

RouteFinder RF825 Series Quick Start Guide

9. Open a Web browser and complete the following:

•In the Address bar type http://192.168.2.1

This opens the Routefinder's Web Management software.

See the User Guide for more about the software.

•Click Go.

•The Login screen displays.

•Type the following:

For Username: admin.

For Password: admin

10. Once you are logged in, you must setup the PPP functionality.

Select Network Setup from the Menu bar, and then select PPP

Cellular/Analog Backup when the Network Setup screen displays.

See the User Guide for an example of this screen.

Enter the following on the PPP Cellular/Analog Backup screen to

configure the PPP dialer:

Status: Check this box to enable PPP.

Dial-on-Demand: Select Disable (select disable to stay

connected at all times).

Idle time out: 0 (zero indicates that the connection will not

disconnect)

User Name: Enter your user name. There is no default.

Password: Enter your password. There is no default.

Baud Rate: For CDMA models, select 115200.

For EDGE models, select 230400.

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