UTSTARCOM WA3002-G1 MULTIUSER GUIDE FOR BSNL DATAONE USERS

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INTRODUCTION:

The UTSTARCOM WA3002-g1 broadband router is provided by BSNL with their DataOne broadband connections. The modem or the router can be connected in different configurations depending upon the need of the customer. The most common scenario of connecting and configuring a modem is a single user mode, when only one computer is used to access the connection. But when more than one computer has to access the same network, configuration can get confusing and troublesome. Since getting help from BSNL, when it comes to issues like these, is next to impossible, I have decided to make things easier by authoring a small guide to help you surf through troubled waters. This guide is intended to help you setup one or more computers access your connection successfully. All major sections carry visuals of the corresponding setting. Please refer to the WA3002-g1 User Guide in the Compact Disc provided with the modem for more information. Above all, please experiment with your router; its very important to know what your router can do. This guide covers the following: 1. When only one computer connects to the internet at a time 2. When multiple computers connect to the internet simultaneously 3. Security of your wireless network You can choose your implementation according to the setup that suits you the most. For example, you can choose (1) if you have only one computer or require only one computer to access the internet at a time, immaterial of how many computers you have. You can choose (2) if you have multiple computers and all of them have to access the internet simultaneously. Unless and otherwise specifically mentioned, all other settings remain default. Please read the guide completely before attempting to modify the settings in your router and computer.

1. ONLY ONE COMPUTER CONNECTS TO THE INTERNET AT A TIME: CO

You may either have only one computer or have multiple computers but require that only one computer can go online at any given time. This setting is implemented by making the router, a bridge. A similar analogy can be drawn in case of a dial up connection. A bridge connection can be established in the following manner: 1. Switch on your router and wait till all the concerned LED lights glow steadily. lights 2. Connect your computer and the router either by Ethernet or by wireless. 3. Access the router management portal by typing 192.168.1.1 in the address bar in the Internet Explorer or any other browser and logging on using the username & password (by default, these are admin and admin, respectively). d 4. Change the setting the ISP section under Encapsulation to Bridge Mode. Click Save.

2. WHEN MULTIPLE COMPUTERS CONNECT TO THE INTERNET SIMULTANEOULSY:

You can have multiple computers in your network and might want simultaneous internet connectivity in all the computers. You may have several notebook computers and desktops in your home network and may want simultaneous internet connectivity in all the computers. This is achieved by turning the connection to PPPoE and having DHCP and NAT activated in the router. This is how to do it: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Login to the router. Go to: Interface Setup, click on Internet. Under Encapsulation change the ISP to PPPoA/PPPoE. Enter the username and password as provided by BSNL in the fields provided. Under IP Address, set Get IP Address to Dynamic, set Default Route to YES. Click Save.

VERY IMPORTANT: After following the above mentioned steps, switch off the routers power supply and wait for 10 seconds before again switching it on. Wait till all the concerned LED lights glow steadily. Login into to the router management portal. If all goes well, you will be allotted an IP address, DNS servers and gateway.

Connect as many computers you want and use them to go online simultaneously. You may connect them both, over wireless and Ethernet.

3. SECURITY OF YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK:

I cannot possibly overemphasize the importance of this section. Every now and then, some wise user gets a free ride on somebody elses wireless networks. Not only are you providing him a free ride, but also a portal for illegal activities. But thankfully, security is a standard feature in almost every router. Some routers provide options for enterprise level as well as personal security features. However, WA3002-g1 is aimed at the residential segment and therefore, has only corresponding security features. That is not to say that the router is low on security. It only means that you do not get something you will never use. Your network is made safer by restricting the number of computers that can connect to the router at any time and by implementing a security standard for the network. Do it yourself: 1. Click on Interface Setup and then on LAN. 2. Change the IP Address: to 192.168.x.y; where x and y are numbers between 1 and 255. 3. Under DHCP, set the DHCP to Enable. Under the DHCP Server section, change the Starting IP Address to 192.168.x.z; where x has to be the same number as in step (2) and z can take any number between 1 and 255. 4. Change the IP Pool Count to the number of computers that usually connect and use the internet over this router. Ex: If you have a desktop and a notebook accessing the internet using this router, set the number to 2. 5. Click on the Current Pool Summary button to see all the computers currently connected to your router. This can be used to spot a computer not belonging to the network.

6. Click Save 7. Now, click on Wireless section and under Wireless LAN, change the SSID field to any name that you would like to name your network. 8. Under the Authentication Type drop down menu, select WPA2-PSK. 9. In the Encryption drop down menu, select AES. 10. In the Pre-Shared Key: field, type in a password, preferably alpha-numeric, 8 -64 characters long. Remember/note this down. Youll have to enter it in your computers too. 11. Set the Beacon Interval to 100 and change 802.11b/g to 802.11g if you dont have older 802.11b equipment.

12. Click Save. Now, switch off the router power supply and wait for 10 seconds before switching it on. Wait till all the concerned LED lights glow steadily. 13. Start connecting each computer to the router by searching for your network SSID which was provided in step (7). 14. Click on Connect and wait for the password dialog box to appear. Enter the same password as provided in step (10) and Connect! 15. If all goes well, you should be online by now!

TROUBLESHOOTING: If you cannot perform step (13) and step (14), you may have to download and install Windows XP Hot Fix KB893357 from Microsoft Download Centre. Just search for KB893357, if you cannot locate it otherwise. It is highly recommended that you download and install this hot fix BEFORE you actually start out with the modifications on the router. ADVANCED USERS ONLY: Once you have successfully setup your network with all your computers, change SSID Broadcast to No. The Wireless MAC Address Filter can be activated. Select Allow Association and enter the MAC address of each computer. This provides for stronger security. OTHER SECURITY TIPS:
Keep the router away from windows Change all default passwords: BSNL connection password, something issued from the exchange and router password, which is set to admin by default. Change all passwords: BSNL, router and network passwords regularly. And keep them safe! Never reveal your security policies or schemes to anyone. Always keep a tab on the usage details. Turn off administrative access over wireless if its possible.