Soho Network Router NBG800 User Manual

BroadGuard  
Secure Cable/DSL Router  
User’s Guide  
Model No. NBG800  
P/N: 85-500600-02  
Rev: A1  
January 2001  
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Packing List  
Check the contents of your package to ensure that they match the packing list  
below. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the store where you purchased  
the product.  
The BroadGuard pack comes with the following:  
One BroadGuard Device  
One Power Adapter  
One User’s Guide and Quick Guide  
Two Color-coded RJ-45 UTP cables  
Register to receive free:  
Warranty protection (3 year on BroadGuard device, 1 year on power  
adapter)  
Information on upcoming product releases and special product offers  
Free technical support and firmware upgrades  
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Table of Contents  
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION.........................................................................1  
FEATURES AND BENEFITS......................................................................................1  
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BROADGUARD.............................................................2  
Front Panel.......................................................................................................2  
LED Indicators .................................................................................................3  
Rear Panel........................................................................................................3  
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION..........................................................................5  
WHAT YOU NEED..................................................................................................5  
Broadband Internet Account.............................................................................5  
MAKING A CONNECTION .......................................................................................6  
NETWORK EXTENSION...........................................................................................7  
Wired LAN Extension .......................................................................................7  
Wireless LAN Extension ...................................................................................8  
NETWORK CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................9  
Windows 95/98/Me ...........................................................................................9  
Windows NT 4.0..............................................................................................13  
Windows 2000.................................................................................................15  
Mac OS ...........................................................................................................19  
CHAPTER 3: NETWORK CONFIGURATION..............................................21  
BROADGUARD NETWORK CONFIGURATION........................................................21  
ENTERING THE BROADGUARD SETUP HOME PAGE .............................................21  
SETUP HOME PAGE..............................................................................................22  
BASIC ..................................................................................................................24  
Broadband Connection...................................................................................24  
Hacker Attack E-mail Alerts...........................................................................30  
Change Password...........................................................................................31  
ADVANCED..........................................................................................................32  
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Access Control................................................................................................32  
DMZ Host .......................................................................................................34  
DMZ Host Disable..........................................................................................34  
DHCP Settings................................................................................................35  
Status ..............................................................................................................36  
TOOLS .................................................................................................................37  
PPPoE Check (DSL Users Only)....................................................................37  
View Current Access Control Settings............................................................40  
Access Monitor ...............................................................................................41  
CHAPTER 4: TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................43  
CHAPTER 5: FAQS............................................................................................49  
APPENDIX A: VPN REMOTE ACCESS.........................................................52  
BROADGUARD VPN SERVER CONFIGURATION...................................................52  
CLIENT CONFIGURATION (E.G. MICROSOFT PPTP) .............................................52  
Windows 98/98/SE/Me VPN Client Setup.......................................................52  
Windows 2000 VPN Server Setup...................................................................58  
APPENDIX B: GLOSSARY...............................................................................68  
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................71  
TECHNICAL SUPPORT.....................................................................................72  
SOHOWARE LIMITED WARRANTY.............................................................73  
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List of Figures  
Figure 1. BroadGuard Connections...................................................................................... 1  
Figure 2. Front Panel............................................................................................................ 2  
Figure 3. Rear Panel............................................................................................................. 3  
Figure 4. Connecting the BroadGuard.................................................................................. 6  
Figure 5. Wired LAN Extension .......................................................................................... 7  
Figure 6. Wireless LAN Extension ...................................................................................... 8  
Figure 7. Control Panel ........................................................................................................ 9  
Figure 8. Network ................................................................................................................ 9  
Figure 9. Select Network Component Type ....................................................................... 10  
Figure 10. Select Network Protocol ..................................................................................... 10  
Figure 11. Network .............................................................................................................. 11  
Figure 12. TCP/IP Properties-1............................................................................................ 11  
Figure 13. TCP/IP Properties-2............................................................................................ 12  
Figure 14. Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 13  
Figure 15. Network .............................................................................................................. 13  
Figure 16. Microsoft TCP/IP Properties-1 ........................................................................... 14  
Figure 17. Microsoft TCP/IP Properties-2 ........................................................................... 15  
Figure 18. Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 15  
Figure 19. Network and Dial-up Connections...................................................................... 16  
Figure 20. Local Area Connection Status............................................................................. 16  
Figure 21. Local Area Connection Properties ...................................................................... 17  
Figure 22. Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties-1.............................................................. 17  
Figure 23. Internet Protocol (TCP/IP Properties-2............................................................... 18  
Figure 24. Using the DHCP Server...................................................................................... 19  
Figure 25. Manual Configuration of IP Addresses............................................................... 20  
Figure 26. Saving the Configuration .................................................................................... 20  
Figure 27. Entering the Setup Wizard .................................................................................. 21  
Figure 28. Enter Network Password..................................................................................... 21  
Figure 29. Setup Start Page.................................................................................................. 23  
Figure 30. Broadband Connection........................................................................................ 24  
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Figure 31. Cable Broadband Connection ............................................................................. 24  
Figure 32. Network .............................................................................................................. 26  
Figure 33. Network .............................................................................................................. 26  
Figure 34. System Properties ............................................................................................... 27  
Figure 35. Cable Broadband Connection ............................................................................. 28  
Figure 36. Broadband Connection........................................................................................ 28  
Figure 37. DSL Broadband Connection ............................................................................... 29  
Figure 38. Hacker Attack E-mail Alerts............................................................................... 30  
Figure 39. Change Password................................................................................................ 31  
Figure 40. Access Control.................................................................................................... 32  
Figure 41. Globally Disallowed Websites/Keywords........................................................... 33  
Figure 42. DMZ Host........................................................................................................... 34  
Figure 43. DHCP Settings.................................................................................................... 35  
Figure 44. DHCP IP Address Assignments.......................................................................... 35  
Figure 45. Status .................................................................................................................. 36  
Figure 46. PPPoE Check...................................................................................................... 37  
Figure 47. PPPoE Service Running...................................................................................... 38  
Figure 48. PPPoE Check Successful .................................................................................... 38  
Figure 49. PPPoE Check Unsuccessful................................................................................ 39  
Figure 50. Authentication Failed.......................................................................................... 39  
Figure 51. Hacker Alert Test................................................................................................ 40  
Figure 52. View Current Access Control Settings................................................................ 40  
Figure 53. Access Monitor................................................................................................... 41  
Figure 54. Download Firmware ........................................................................................... 41  
Figure 55. Status .................................................................................................................. 44  
Figure 56. Run...................................................................................................................... 44  
Figure 57. IP Configuration ................................................................................................. 45  
Figure 58. Command Prompt-1............................................................................................ 45  
Figure 59. Command Prompt-2............................................................................................ 46  
Figure 60. Command Prompt-3............................................................................................ 46  
Figure 61. Command Prompt-4............................................................................................ 47  
Figure 62. Status .................................................................................................................. 47  
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Figure 63. Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 52  
Figure 64. Network .............................................................................................................. 53  
Figure 65. Select Network Component Type ....................................................................... 53  
Figure 66. Select Network Adapters .................................................................................... 53  
Figure 67. Network .............................................................................................................. 54  
Figure 68. Welcome to Dial-Up Networking ....................................................................... 55  
Figure 69. Make New Connection-1 .................................................................................... 55  
Figure 70. Make New Connection-2 .................................................................................... 56  
Figure 71. Make New Connection-3 .................................................................................... 56  
Figure 72. Dial-Up Networking ........................................................................................... 57  
Figure 73. Connect To.......................................................................................................... 57  
Figure 74. Connection Established....................................................................................... 58  
Figure 75. Routing and Remote Access ............................................................................... 58  
Figure 76. Common Configurations..................................................................................... 59  
Figure 77. Remote Client Protocols ..................................................................................... 59  
Figure 78. Internet Connection............................................................................................. 60  
Figure 79. IP Address Assignment....................................................................................... 60  
Figure 80. Address Range Assignment ................................................................................ 61  
Figure 81. New Address Range............................................................................................ 61  
Figure 82. Address Range Assignment ................................................................................ 62  
Figure 83. Managing Multiple Remote Access Servers ....................................................... 62  
Figure 84. Routing and Remote Access ............................................................................... 62  
Figure 85. Routing and Remote Access ............................................................................... 63  
Figure 86. Local Area connection Properties ....................................................................... 64  
Figure 87. Administrative Tools .......................................................................................... 65  
Figure 88. Computer Management....................................................................................... 65  
Figure 89. User Properties.................................................................................................... 66  
Figure 90. Network and Dial-Up Connections..................................................................... 66  
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Chapter 1: Introduction  
The SOHOware BroadGuard Secure cable/DSL Router provides convenient  
Internet access to office/family users by sharing a single Broadband Service  
Provider (BSP) account. The BroadGuard functions with cable/DSL modems and  
allows up to 253 computers to share secure broadband Internet access  
simultaneously.  
Figure 1. BroadGuard Connections  
Embedded Network Address Translation (NAT) enables you to use a private set of  
IP addresses that the BroadGuard translates into a single public IP address.  
The BroadGuard can also act as a DHCP server by automatically allocating a  
dynamic IP address to each computer on the network.  
An enhanced firewall and the Access Control feature monitor incoming data  
packets and filter server requests. Together they allow parents/employers to see  
how the network connection is being used, and protect all PCs behind the  
BroadGuard.  
Features and Benefits  
Share Your Internet Connection – Built-in NAT, DHCP, and 10/100  
Ethernet switch allow multiple users to share a single cable/DSL account  
simultaneously.  
Easy-to-use – No driver or software required. Easily configured and  
managed through a web browser (Netscape Communicator 4.0/Microsoft  
Internet Explorer 3.0 or above), from LAN-connected PCs.  
Consumer-oriented Firewall – Security via NAT (Network Address  
Translation) protects your network from intruders. Built in anti-attack  
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algorithm (Denial of Service & Stateful Packet Inspection) protect your PCs  
from hacker attacks.  
Access Control – Provides management/control of Internet application use.  
The feature allows parents/employers to monitor what their children are doing  
or to see how the network connection is being used.  
Flexible and Expandable – Connects directly to computers, to an Ethernet  
hub for network expansion, or to a SOHOware NetBlaster for wireless  
network access.  
Virtual Private Network (VPN) – Allows Internet security protocol packets  
such as PPTP to pass through the BroadGuard so that a remote PC can  
securely access a server located on your network, or allows a PC behind the  
BroadGuard to remotely access a VPN server.  
Multimedia Streaming Protocol – Multimedia data is streamed at a constant  
rate for best enjoyment of Real Player, QuickTime, IP/TV, Video on Demand,  
and Video Phone.  
Intelligent Routing – Built in RIP I & II routing protocols. The BroadGuard  
automatically learns the outside Internet infrastructure and determines the  
most efficient data transfer route.  
FCC Class B Certified – Safe for use in residential environments.  
Getting to Know Your BroadGuard  
Front Panel  
Users can monitor the status of the BroadGuard via the LEDs on the front panel  
(Figure 2).  
Figure 2. Front Panel  
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LED Indicators  
LED  
Color  
Function  
Green  
Lit: Power ON  
Unlit: Power OFF  
Power  
Red  
Blinking: On power-up the BroadGuard checks  
for proper operation. The checking procedure  
takes only a few seconds  
Status  
Lit: If this LED is always lit, the device is not  
working properly. Go to Chapter 4:  
Troubleshooting, page 43  
Orange Lit: Indicates a good connection to a cable/DSL  
modem  
Cable/DSL:  
Link/Activity  
Blinking: Data is being transmitted/received  
to/from a cable/DSL modem  
Green  
Lit/Blinking: Indicates the link status and activity  
of 100Mbps Ethernet data  
LAN:  
LAN Ports 1~4  
Link/Activity  
Orange  
Lit/Blinking: Indicates the link status and activity  
of 10Mbps Ethernet data  
Rear Panel  
Ports on the Rear Panel (Figure 3)  
Figure 3. Rear Panel  
There are four 10/100Base-T Switch ports for linking  
computers or other Ethernet devices, e.g. a hub/switch. When  
linking to other networking devices, we need a cross-over  
cable or an uplink port on that device  
LAN Ports  
An Ethernet 10Base-T port is used for linking to the Ethernet  
Cable/DSL port  
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port of a cable/DSL modem  
Re-start the BroadGuard by pressing the Reset button for  
longer than 5 seconds.  
Reset  
If you forget the password for the Setup Wizard, restore the  
default settings by pressing the reset button for longer than 13  
seconds. Enter the default users name (admin) and password  
(1234) to regain access to the BroadGuard.  
Used to connect the external power adapter supplied with the  
BroadGuard. Note that only the supplied adapter should be  
used.  
Power (5V)  
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Chapter 2: Installation  
What You Need  
Before installing the SOHOware BroadGuard you need the following:  
Any Network Operating System with:  
TCP/IP installed  
Internet browser installed  
10Mbps/100Mbps or 10/100Mbps Ethernet network adapters installed  
Broadband Internet Account  
You should be subscribed to a broadband Internet service and have a cable/DSL  
modem with a 10Base-T interface. Know whether your Public IP address is fixed  
or is dynamically assigned (ask your Broadband Service Provider).  
1. If your IP address is dynamically assigned (most common), the BroadGuard  
will automatically get a public IP address from your ISP through the modem.  
You will not need to do any IP address configuration.  
There is no need to enter any information in Broadband Connection unless  
your BSP has assigned you specific Internet connection information (Host  
Name, Domain Name, MAC address authentication, PPPoE, or a static IP  
address).  
To do a manual setup, type 192.168.1.1 into the web address location on a  
web browser on any connected PC. Enter the factory default user name  
admin and password 1234. After clicking OK you will enter the setup home  
page. Click the Broadband Connection link to begin setup of the broadband  
connection.  
2. If you have an AT&T (formerly MediaOne) cable service, or any service that  
requires a Media Access Control (MAC) address for authentication, when you  
are setting up the BroadGuard for first use, only the PC with the registered  
Ethernet card’s MAC address can be connected to the BroadGuard.  
3. If you have a DSL service with PPPoE, obtain the following information from  
your BSP:  
The user login name  
The login password  
Service name (some BSPs may not require you to use this)  
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4. If you have a fixed public IP address, obtain the following information from  
your ISP  
The assigned Gateway IP address  
Domain Name Server’s IP address  
Subnet Mask  
Making a Connection  
All the connection ports are on the rear panel of the BroadGuard. Follow the steps  
below to complete the hardware installation.  
step1.  
Connect to a cable/DSL modem - Two cables are supplied with the  
SOHOware NBG800. The white cable (straight-through) is for  
connecting a cable modem to the Cable/DSL port; the green one  
(cross-over) is for connecting a DSL modem to the cable/DSL port.  
Plug one end of the cable into the cable/DSL port of the BroadGuard  
and the other end into the Ethernet port of the cable/DSL modem. If  
the cable is connected correctly, the Cable/DSL LED will remain lit  
(the cable/DSL modem must be turned on). If not, try switching the  
cables, green for white  
step2.  
step3.  
Connect to the PCs - Use a standard RJ-45 Ethernet cable (not  
provided) to connect the Ethernet LAN adapters in the computers to  
the BroadGuard LAN ports  
Install the power adapter - Plug the power adapter into an AC power  
outlet. Plug the other end into the BroadGuard. The Power LED  
should light immediately  
Note: Use only the power adapter supplied with the BroadGuard  
Figure 4. Connecting the BroadGuard  
Note: Only one PC should be connected to the BroadGuard during setting up  
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Some BSPs use an Ethernet adapter’s MAC address as an identifier to provide  
Internet service. In these cases you need to clone the Ethernet adapters MAC  
address to the BroadGuard. At the BroadGuard, disconnect the Ethernet cables  
from the other PCs on the network, leaving only the PC with the Ethernet adapter  
that you wish to register connected.  
Note: If you previously used a registered MAC address to connect to your  
broadband service, you need to clone this Ethernet adapter’s MAC address to the  
BroadGuard.  
Network Extension  
If you want to connect more users to your network, or use a wireless connection  
through the BroadGuard, refer to the following section:  
Wired LAN Extension  
This section describes how to extend your BroadGuard LAN using one of our  
SOHOware Home series products, e.g. a 10Mbps or 10/100Mbps Ethernet  
Hub/Switch.  
Easy two-step installation procedure:  
step1.  
step2.  
Set the Uplink port of the external hub/switch to the Uplink position  
Use standard RJ-45 Ethernet cable to connect any BroadGuard LAN  
port to the Uplink port of the hub/switch. If the device does not feature  
an Uplink switch, use a cross-over cable  
Set to Uplink  
10Mbps or 10/100Mbps Ethernet  
Hub/Switch  
BroadGuard  
Standard RJ-45  
Ethernet Cable  
Figure 5. Wired LAN Extension  
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Wireless LAN Extension  
This section describes how to extend your BroadGuard LAN to a CableFREE  
NetBlaster II Wireless hub. Just connect any normal port of the BroadGuard to the  
CableFREE NetBlaster II with standard RJ-45 Ethernet cable (for more  
SOHOware NetBlaster II information, visit www.sohoware.com).  
Figure 6. Wireless LAN Extension  
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Network Configuration  
If your local network will access the Internet through a single IP, you need to  
configure the TCP/IP settings. For Windows 95/98/Me, see the following  
section, for Windows NT 4.0 go to page 13, and for Windows 2000 go to page  
15. For Mac OS users, turn to page 19.  
Windows 95/98/Me  
step1.  
Click Start/Settings/Control Panel (Figure 7)  
Figure 7. Control Panel  
step2.  
In Control Panel, double-click the Network icon. The Network dialog  
box will open (Figure 8)  
Figure 8. Network  
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step3.  
If TCP/IP is already shown in the list, go to Step 6. If not, click Add.  
The Select Network Component Type dialog box will open (Figure 9)  
Figure 9. Select Network Component Type  
step4.  
Double-click Protocol. The Select Network Protocol dialog box will  
open (Figure 10)  
Figure 10. Select Network Protocol  
step5.  
In the left window, choose Microsoft. In the right, select TCP/IP.  
After the TCP/IP component is completely installed, click OK. You  
will be returned to the Network menu (Figure 11). The TCP/IP item  
in the Network box indicates that TCP/IP has been installed  
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Figure 11. Network  
step6.  
On the Configuration card (Figure 11), select TCP/IP and click  
Properties. The TCP/IP Properties dialog box will open (Figure 12)  
Figure 12. TCP/IP Properties-1  
step7.  
On the IP Address page (Figure 12), select Obtain an IP address  
automatically. Click OK and go to step 9. If you want to assign a  
static IP to a PC, go to step 8  
Note: The BroadGuard operates as a DHCP server (it automatically assigns an  
IP address to connecting computers) and must be the only DHCP server on  
the network  
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step8.  
On the IP Address page (Figure 12), select Specify an IP address and  
assign an IP to your PC in the IP Address field. If the PC is to be used  
as a DMZ Host, or controlled by Access Control, assign an IP to the PC  
from the range 192.168.1.2~192.168.1.11. Enter 255.255.255.0 into the  
Subnet Mask field. On the Gateway sheet, enter the BroadGuard’s IP  
address into the New Gateway field (the default value is 192.168.1.1).  
Click Add to add this value to the Installed Gateway list. Click OK  
Figure 13. TCP/IP Properties-2  
step9.  
On the DNS Configuration page, check Enable DNS. Enter your PC  
name into the Host field (see Finding your PC Host Name, page 25) and  
your BSP’s domain name into the Domain field. Enter your BSP’s  
domain name server’s IP address into the DNS Server Search Order  
field and click Add. If you don’t know your BSP’s domain name and  
domain name server IP address, contact your BSP to get this  
information  
step10. Click OK. The system will ask you to restart the computer. Click Yes  
to complete the installation  
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Windows NT 4.0  
step1.  
Click Start/Settings/Control Panel  
Figure 14. Control Panel  
step2.  
Double-click the Network icon (Figure 14). The Network dialog box  
will open (Figure 15)  
Figure 15. Network  
step3.  
On the Protocols card, select TCP/IP Protocol and click Properties  
(Figure 15)  
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Figure 16. Microsoft TCP/IP Properties-1  
step4.  
On the IP Address page (Figure 16), select Obtain an IP address from  
a DHCP server and click OK and go to step 6. If you want to assign a  
static IP to a PC, go to step 5  
Note: The BroadGuard operates as a DHCP server (it automatically assigns an  
IP address to connecting computers) and must be the only DHCP server on  
the network  
step5.  
step6.  
On the IP Address page (Figure 16), select Specify an IP address and  
assign an IP address to your PC in the IP Address field. If the PC is to  
be used as a DMZ Host, or controlled by Access Control, assign an IP  
to the PC from the range 192.168.1.2~11. Enter 255.255.255.0 into the  
Subnet Mask field. On the Gateway sheet, enter the BroadGuard’s IP  
address into the Default Gateway field (the default value is  
192.168.1.1). Click OK  
On the DNS page, enter your PC name into the Host name field (see  
Finding your PC Host Name, page 25) and your BSP’s domain name  
into the Domain field. Enter your BSP’s domain name server’s IP  
address into the DNS Service Search Order field and click Add. If you  
don’t know your BSP’s domain name and domain name server IP  
address, contact your BSP to get this information.  
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Figure 17. Microsoft TCP/IP Properties-2  
step7.  
The system will ask you to restart the computer. Click Yes to complete  
the installation  
Windows 2000  
step1.  
Click Start/Settings/Control Panel  
Figure 18. Control Panel  
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step2.  
Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon (Figure 18).  
The Network and Dial-up Connections window will open (Figure 19)  
Figure 19. Network and Dial-up Connections  
step3.  
Double-click Local Area Connection. The Local Area Connection  
Status dialog box will open (Figure 20)  
Figure 20. Local Area Connection Status  
step4.  
Click Properties  
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Figure 21. Local Area Connection Properties  
step5.  
Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click Properties (Figure 21).  
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window will open  
(Figure 22)  
Figure 22. Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties-1  
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step6.  
Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server  
address automatically. Click OK and go to step 9. If you want to  
assign a static IP to a PC, go to step 7  
Note: The BroadGuard operates as a DHCP server (it automatically assigns an  
IP address to connecting computers) and must be the only DHCP server on  
the network  
step7.  
step8.  
Check Use the following IP address (Figure 23) and enter an IP  
address for your PC in the IP Address field. If the PC is to be used as a  
DMZ Host, or controlled by Access Control, assign an IP to the PC  
from the range 192.168.1.2~192.168.1.11. Enter 255.255.255.0 into the  
Subnet Mask field. On the Gateway sheet, enter the BroadGuard’s IP  
address into the Default Gateway field (the default value is  
192.168.1.1). Click OK  
Check Use the following DNS server addresses (Figure 23) and enter a  
DNS IP address for your BSP in the Preferred DNS server field. If you  
don’t know your BSP’s domain name server IP address, contact your  
BSP to get this information  
Figure 23. Internet Protocol (TCP/IP Properties-2  
step9.  
Click OK to complete the installation  
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Mac OS  
Using the DHCP server to assign an IP address  
step1.  
Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen and select  
Control Panel/TCP/IP. The TCP/IP (Setup Ethernet) dialog box will  
appear as shown in Figure 24  
Figure 24. Using the DHCP Server  
step2.  
step3.  
step4.  
From the Connect Via list box, choose Ethernet  
From the Configure list box, choose Using DHCP Server  
Leave the DHCP Client ID field blank  
Manual Assignment of IP addresses  
step1. Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen and select  
Control Panel/TCP/IP. The TCP/IP (Setup Ethernet) dialog box will  
appear as shown in Figure 25  
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step2.  
step3.  
step4.  
From the Connect Via list box, choose Ethernet  
From the Configure list box, choose Manually  
In the IP Address field, type an IP address: 192.168.1.2 (or 192.168.1.3,  
192.168.1.4, or 192.168.1.5)  
step5.  
step6.  
In the Subnet mask field, type 255.255.255.0  
In the Router address field, type the BroadGuard IP (default is  
192.168.1.1)  
step7.  
step8.  
In the Name server addr. field, type the name server address(es)  
provided by your broadband service provider  
Close this screen and save the configuration as shown in Figure 26  
Figure 26. Saving the Configuration  
step9.  
Restart your computer  
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Chapter 3: Network Configuration  
BroadGuard Network Configuration  
Network Configuration is easy to setup on the BroadGuard using a standard web  
browser (Netscape Communicator 4.0/Microsoft Internet Explorer 3.0 or above).  
Entering the BroadGuard Setup Home Page  
step1.  
Start the web browser and type 192.168.1.1 in the address field  
(Figure 27). Press Enter  
Figure 27. Entering the Setup Wizard  
step2.  
The Enter Network Password window will open (Figure 28)  
Figure 28. Enter Network Password  
step3.  
step4.  
step5.  
Enter the factory default User Name admin  
Enter the factory default Password 1234  
Click OK  
Note: Refer to “Change Password” on page 31 if you wish to change the  
password  
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Setup Home Page  
There are three sections on the home page:  
Broadband  
Connection  
Use when your BSP (Broadband Service  
Provider) requests you to enter specific settings,  
e.g. MAC address authentication, PPPoE, host  
name/domain name, or specifies an IP address  
to make an Internet connection.  
Setup  
(Basic)  
Hacker Attack  
E-mail Alerts  
An anti-attack algorithm is built into the  
BroadGuard to protect your network from  
conventional hacker attacks. If you enable e-  
mail alerts, whenever the BroadGuard detects an  
attack it will send a warning e-mail to the  
address entered here.  
Change  
Changes the security password.  
Password  
Setup  
(Advanced)  
Access Control  
DMZ Host  
The Access Control section allows you to  
control Internet use in your home/office.  
Use this function to expose a PC to the Internet  
for playing Internet interactive games, video  
conferencing, as a VPN server, or as an e-mail  
server through the BroadGuard. A static IP  
address needs to be assigned to the DMZ Host  
PC.  
DHCP Setting  
Enable/Disable the BroadGuard’s DHCP server.  
Use to set the dynamic IP address range.  
View WAN connection status and Internet  
Network settings  
View LAN Network Settings  
View Firewall Status  
Status  
Tools  
PPPoE Check  
Checks PPPoE is functioning correctly  
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Hacker Alert  
Test  
Sends a test Hacker Alert E-mail  
View Current  
Access Control  
Settings  
The PCs in the list have been denied access to  
the services shown.  
Access Monitor  
Shows the current Internet activities of  
monitored users.  
Download  
Firmware  
Download the latest BroadGuard firmware.  
After clicking OK you will enter the setup home page. Click the Broadband  
Connection link to begin setup of your broadband connection.  
Figure 29. Setup Start Page  
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Basic  
Broadband Connection  
Figure 30. Broadband Connection  
Select the type of Broadband service that you are subscribed to. Click either Cable  
Modem or DSL to set up the network properties.  
There is no need to enter any information in Broadband Connection (Figure 30)  
unless your BSP has assigned you specific Internet connection information (Host  
Name, Domain Name, MAC address authentication, PPPoE, or a static IP  
Address).  
Cable Setup  
Figure 31. Cable Broadband Connection  
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MAC Address Clone: Some BSPs use an Ethernet adapter’s MAC address as an  
identifier to provide Internet service. In these cases, you need to clone the Ethernet  
adapter’s MAC address to the BroadGuard. At the BroadGuard, disconnect the  
Ethernet cables from the other PCs on the network, leaving only the PC with the  
Ethernet adapter that you wish to register connected.  
Note: If you previously used a registered MAC address to connect to your  
broadband service, you need to use the same Ethernet adapter and clone its MAC  
address to the BroadGuard.  
There are two MAC addresses shown on the screen. One is the PC’s Ethernet  
card’s (this PC is connected to the BroadGuard via Ethernet), the other is the  
BroadGuard’s. Click Clone MAC to change the IP address of the BroadGuard to  
that of the Ethernet card. Click Restore MAC to restore the original MAC address  
of the BroadGuard.  
Note: After saving the settings and restarting the BroadGuard, you MUST turn  
your cable/DSL modem off and on.  
Host Name: Some BSPs (e.g. Cox@Home) may ask their subscribers to enter  
information into this field in order to make a connection to their broadband service.  
Begin setting up the BroadGuard with the computer originally setup by the  
Cox@Home technician, or the computer that you registered with Cox@Home -  
this computer will already contain your Cox@Home Host Name. If you have not  
been given a specific name, leave this field blank.  
Finding your PC Host Name  
Windows 95/98/98SE/Me  
step1.  
Right-click Network Neighborhood. Click Properties. The Network  
dialog box will open  
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step2.  
Click on the Identification tab and write down the information  
contained in the Computer Name field – this is your Host Name  
Windows NT 4.0  
step1. Right-click Network Neighborhood. Click Properties. The Network  
dialog box will open  
Figure 33. Network  
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step2.  
Write down the information contained in the Computer Name field –  
this is your Host Name  
Windows 2000  
step1. Right-click My Computer. Click Properties. The System Properties  
dialog box will open  
Figure 34. System Properties  
step2.  
Click on the Identification tab and write down the information  
contained in the Computer Name field – this is your Host Name  
Domain Name: Some BSPs (e.g. Cox@Home) may ask their subscribers to enter  
information into this field in order to make a connection to their broadband service.  
The BroadGuard will automatically get this information from the Cox@Home  
server. If you have not been given a specific name, leave this field blank.  
Note: You must restart the PC after entering your Cox@Home Host Name as  
described above.  
If your broadband service provider assigns you a static IP address, you must check  
Specify an IP Address and then enter all IP address information into all fields  
(Figure 35). If not, you can skip this step.  
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Figure 35. Cable Broadband Connection  
Click Save and Restart to start sharing your broadband connection.  
DSL Setup  
Figure 36. Broadband Connection  
Check Yes to enable PPPoE service. Several parameters are required to establish a  
DSL connection via PPPoE (User Name, Login Password, some broadband service  
providers also require a Service Name). Enter all information provided by your  
BSP into all required fields.  
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Connect-on-demand --- This setting allows the BroadGuard to automatically make  
a connection to your BSP whenever you launch an Internet application. The  
default setting is “Yes”.  
Maximum Idle Time Before Disconnecting --- If there is no activity on the  
connection longer than the time set here, the connection will automatically be  
dropped.  
If your Broadband service provider assigns you a static IP address, you must set  
Use PPPoE DSL Service to NO. Next check Specify an IP Address and enter all  
IP address information into all fields. If not, you can skip this step.  
Figure 37. DSL Broadband Connection  
Click Save and Restart to start sharing your broadband connection.  
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Hacker Attack E-mail Alerts  
Figure 38. Hacker Attack E-mail Alerts  
An anti-attack algorithm is built in to the BroadGuard so that it can protect client  
PCs from conventional attacks. With BroadGuard, you have a professional  
firewall but without any specialized setup/configuration. BroadGuard gives your  
network the capability to prevent many kinds of hackers’ attacks.  
If you turn on the e-mail alert function, whenever BroadGuard detects an Internet  
attack it will automatically send an e-mail with an attached log file to you.  
The info. will look something like the following:  
udp -(203.69.97.139 ,211.55.79.155 )-840 -port scan attack-forward  
udp -(203.69.97.139 ,211.55.79.155 )-546 -port scan attack-forward  
udp -(203.69.97.139 ,211.55.79.155 )-544 -port scan attack-forward  
In the example above, the first IP address (203.69.97.139) on each line indicates  
the address the hacker is using. The second (211.55.79.155) is the user's Internet  
IP address. As for ports 840, 546, and 544, they are the numbers of ports that are  
being attacked.  
Forward this e-mail to your BSP for analysis.  
Note: The e-mail alert is sent at approximately the same time your computer is  
attacked.  
Enter the e-mail address that the warnings should be sent to.  
The e-mail server address can be obtained from your broadband service provider.  
Click Save to store the settings. Click Restart to initialize the BroadGuard with the  
new settings.  
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Change Password  
Figure 39. Change Password  
For security reasons you should change the default administrator password (1234)  
to a password of your choice.  
step1.  
Enter the current password, the new password, and then retype it for  
verification. Click Save. Click Restart to initialize the BroadGuard  
with the new password  
step2.  
step3.  
The Enter Network Password dialog box will open  
Enter the username admin, and key in the new password. Click OK and  
you will enter the BroadGuard Setup page again  
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Advanced  
Access Control  
Figure 40. Access Control  
This feature prevents users (or children) from running disallowed Internet  
applications or accessing unsuitable websites (maximum 10 websites). In order to  
achieve this functionality, a static IP should be assigned to users who will be  
restricted.  
Up to 10 local users can be denied access to particular websites or to website  
addresses containing particular words. Click View/Modify Globally Disallowed  
Website/Keyword List to open the limited web sites list (Figure 41).  
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Figure 41. Globally Disallowed Websites/Keywords  
This list will be applied to all restricted users. Enter the full domain name of the  
website or just enter a keyword. Click Save to save the new list.  
Access Control may be used to restrict use of the following Internet applications:  
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E-mail  
File Downloading  
Checking File downloading stops use of the FTP protocol and  
prevents users from downloading files from an FTP site (but they will  
still be able to download files from a website)  
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News Forum  
Bulletin Board Service  
Web Surfing  
You may control Internet access of up to 10 PCs on your home/office network.  
1. Choose the static IP address for the PC from the dropdown list  
2. Check the boxes for the applications you wish to deny to this IP address  
3. Click Save  
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DMZ Host  
Figure 42. DMZ Host  
Usually all PCs connected to the BroadGuard are protected from Internet intruders  
by a built-in firewall. For some kinds of Internet applications, for example,  
Internet interactive games, video-conferencing, VPN (Virtual Private Networks), or  
as an e-mail server etc., computers must be exposed to the Internet. The DMZ  
Host function assigns one of the client computers to be exposed.  
BroadGuard setting: You must assign a static IP address to the Client PC to be  
exposed to the Internet, then click Save to make the setting effective. Click Restart  
to initialize the BroadGuard with the updated settings.  
Once the static IP address is assigned to a specific client PC, you MUST specify  
the PC as the DMZ Host.  
DMZ Host Disable  
For extra security, when you do not require the DMZ Host to be exposed to the  
Internet, you should disable this function by entering a 0 (zero) in the Client PC (IP  
Address) box.  
Note: The DMZ PC operates outside the protection of the BroadGuard’s built-in  
firewall. If the DMZ PC is not operating in the DMZ role, but is still powered-on  
for local use, you should disable DMZ Host to prevent hackers from accessing the  
PC.  
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DHCP Settings  
Figure 43. DHCP Settings  
Under normal operation, all client PCs’ IP addresses are automatically assigned by  
the BroadGuard’s DHCP server.  
The IP address range runs from 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.254. Up to 253 IP  
addresses may be assigned to client PCs. The IP address 192.168.1.1 is reserved  
for the BroadGuard. The other IP addresses are divided into two IP groups. One is  
the dynamic IP group, the other is the static IP group.  
The dynamic IP start address may be specified by the user, e.g. 192.168.1.100  
(default value). Once this start IP address has been assigned by you, all IP  
addresses running from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.254 will be part of the dynamic  
IP address pool. IP addresses from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.99 will be available  
as static IP addresses.  
You can see the client PC’s information on the DHCP IP Address Assignments  
screen  
Figure 44. DHCP IP Address Assignments  
Note: IP information of statically assigned IP PCs is not shown here.  
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Each time the BroadGuard is powered-off, the DHCP IP Address Assignments  
information will be cleared, even though your computer may still be switched on.  
To prevent this problem:  
step1.  
step2.  
step3.  
Shut down your PC  
Power your BroadGuard on  
Turn your PCs on  
Status  
The Status section contains; Internet information, the BroadGuard LAN IP address  
assignment, and the Public IP Address assignments (Figure 45). This information  
is useful in resolving a connection problem.  
Figure 45. Status  
Internet  
Internet IP address assigned by your BSP  
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 is the default setting  
Gateway IP: The IP address of the BSP’s Internet Network  
Gateway  
DNS Server IP: The IP address of the BSP’s Domain Name  
Server  
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IP Address: The IP address of the NGB800  
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 is the default setting  
MAC Address: The MAC address of the BroadGuard  
Firewall: The NGB800 firewall status  
Tools  
Five useful tools are provided: PPPoE Check, Hacker Alert Test, View Current  
Access Control Settings, Access Monitor, and Download Firmware.  
PPPoE Check (DSL Users Only)  
If you are a DSL user, this page will help you to check whether your settings for  
PPPoE work or not. After making the PPPoE settings on the broadband connection,  
save and restart your BroadGuard. Then open the PPPoE Check page and click  
Check Now.  
Figure 46. PPPoE Check  
Either of the following screens (Figure 47 or Figure 48) indicate that your PPPoE  
has worked well.  
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Figure 47. PPPoE Service Running  
Figure 48. PPPoE Check Successful  
If you see a screen similar to the following (Figure 49), it means that your BSP’s  
server may not be operating, or something could be wrong with your DSL modem,  
e.g. a loose cable either on the DSL modem side or the BroadGuard port.  
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Figure 49. PPPoE Check Unsuccessful  
A screen such as that shown in Figure 50 indicates that you entered a wrong  
username, login password, or service name. Go to the DSL broadband connection  
setup page to check them again.  
Figure 50. Authentication Failed  
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Hacker Alert Test  
Figure 51. Hacker Alert Test  
Click the Alert Test button to automatically generate an email sent to the address  
specified in Hacker Attack E-mail Alerts, page 30. The subject line will read  
“NBG800 Hacker Alert Test”.  
View Current Access Control Settings  
Figure 52. View Current Access Control Settings  
On this page you can view access control settings of PCs restricted by you. You  
will see each PC’s manually assigned IP address, and a list of the denied Internet  
applications for each restricted PC.  
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Access Monitor  
Figure 53. Access Monitor  
Access Monitor shows the current Internet activities of monitored users. The table  
shows the PC’s IP address, and its Internet activities. Easily monitor Internet  
activity flow through the BroadGuard to see whether there is any improper  
Internet activity on your home/office network.  
The information shown is automatically updated every 5 seconds. Click any  
website’s hypertext address to go to that website.  
Download Firmware  
Figure 54. Download Firmware  
This tool permits easy downloading of the latest BroadGuard firmware. The  
SOHOware website provides two different files depending on whether you are  
using a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer.  
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Download the firmware from the SOHOware web site and save the file on your  
local hard drive. Double-click the file and follow the on-screen instructions to run  
the firmware upgrade.  
After the upgrade process is complete, you must turn off and turn on your  
BroadGuard to make your new firmware effective.  
Mac & Linux Users  
For Mac and Linux users we currently offer the firmware binary file only. These  
users will require a third-party TFTP program to complete the firmware upgrade.  
After the upgrade process is complete, you must turn off and turn on your  
BroadGuard to make your new firmware effective.  
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Chapter 4: Troubleshooting  
If you cannot find your problem listed below, see Chapter 5: FAQs, page 49, or  
see the BroadGuard FAQ at the SOHOware website.  
1. I can’t connect to the BroadGuard. The BroadGuard is properly installed,  
LAN connections are OK, and it is powered ON.  
Ensure that your PC and the BroadGuard are on the same network segment.  
If you are not sure, restart the BroadGuard, let the PC get the IP address  
automatically.  
Ensure that your PC is using a static IP Address within the default range of  
192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254 and is thus compatible with the BroadGuard  
default IP Address of 192.168.1.1.  
The Subnet Mask should be set to 255.255.255.0 to match the BroadGuard.  
On the client PC, you can check these settings by using Control  
Panel/Network to check the properties for the TCP/IP protocols.  
2. The Status LED stays lit when it shouldn’t.  
The Status LED lights when the device is powered up and checks for proper  
operation. After finishing the checking procedure, the LED turns off to show the  
system is working fine.  
If the LED remains lit after this time, the BroadGuard is not working properly.  
Contact your dealer.  
3. I can’t browse through the BroadGuard.  
Check that both ends of the network cable and power adapter are properly  
connected. Check that all LEDs on the front panel are functioning properly.  
Use Status (Figure 55) to check that your BroadGuard is still connected to  
your BSP. If there is no public IP address shown on the screen, the problem  
lies with the BSP.  
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Figure 55. Status  
Check that the PC got an IP address assigned to it automatically (for  
Windows 95/98/Me see Figure 12, page 11. For Windows NT 4.0, see Figure  
16, page 14. For Windows 2000 see Figure 22, page 17. For Mac users, see  
Figure 24, page 19.  
Make sure that TCP/IP is setup on the client PCs and that the IP addresses are  
in the range 192.168.1.x (x is from 2 to 254). Check the IP Address via the  
View DHCP IP Address Assignments page. If the IP address assignments are  
not within the stated range, follow the steps below to rebuild the setup.  
Windows 95/98/Me  
step1. Click Start/Run, type winipcfg, and click OK (Figure 56)  
Figure 56. Run  
step2.  
The IP Configuration dialog box will open (Figure 57)  
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step3.  
step4.  
Select the network adapter you use to connect to the BroadGuard.  
Click Release  
Click Renew to retrieve new information (IP address, subnet mask, and  
default gateway address) from the BroadGuard. Click OK to save the  
changes and exit the program  
step5.  
Go to DHCP IP Address Assignments (see Figure 44, page 35). Click  
Refresh  
Windows NT 4.0  
step1.  
Click Start/Programs/Command Prompt  
Figure 58. Command Prompt-1  
step2.  
step3.  
Type “ipconfig /release” (Figure 58) and press Enter  
Type “ipconfig /renew”, and press Enter to retrieve new information  
(IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway address) from the  
BroadGuard (Figure 59)  
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step4.  
step6.  
Type Exit  
Go to DHCP IP Address Assignments (see Figure 44, page 35). Click  
Refresh  
Windows 2000  
step1.  
Click Start/Programs/Accessories/Command Prompt  
Figure 60. Command Prompt-3  
step2.  
step3.  
Type “ipconfig /release” (Figure 60) and press Enter  
Type “ipconfig /renew”, and press Enter to retrieve new information  
(IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway address) from the  
BroadGuard (Figure 61)  
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step4.  
step5.  
Type Exit.  
Go to DHCP IP Address Assignments (see Figure 44, page 35). Click  
Refresh  
4. Entering a URL or IP address results in a timeout error.  
Follow the steps below to solve this problem:  
step1.  
step2.  
Check if other PCs can connect to the network without problems. If  
they can, ensure the problem PC’s IP settings are correct (IP address,  
subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS)  
Check the BroadGuard Internet settings (IP address, subnet mask,  
default gateway, and DNS) in Status (Figure 62). If there is no  
information shown on the screen, it means that your BSP has a  
problem  
Figure 62. Status  
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5. You can’t view a PC’s name or its IP address in the DHCP IP Address  
Assignments page, though it can still access the Internet.  
Each time the BroadGuard is powered-off, the DHCP IP Address Assignments  
information will be cleared, even though your computer may still be switched on.  
To prevent this problem:  
step1.  
step2.  
step3.  
Shut down your PC  
Power your BroadGuard on  
Turn your PCs on  
6. I can connect to the BroadGuard, but can't get outside connections  
Ensure that all of your cabling is properly connected and that all of the  
BroadGuard’s cable/DSL and LAN LEDs are correctly illuminated.  
Power down your cable/DSL modem and BroadGuard for a few seconds.  
Then turn the cable/DSL modem on. After the modem goes through its self-  
test, turn the BroadGuard on. After the BroadGuard goes through its self-test,  
check whether you can get an outside connection.  
Ensure that your cable or DSL modem is DHCP-capable.  
Make sure all broadband connection setup is correct.  
The problem may be caused by your BSP (Broadband Service Provider)  
issuing a different IP address from time to time. The BroadGuard gets its  
public IP from the BSP’s DHCP server automatically. The BroadGuard must  
renew the public IP if the BSP cancels the originally assigned IP address.  
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Chapter 5: FAQs  
How many PCs simultaneously accessing the Internet can be supported  
by the BroadGuard?  
253 PCs may simultaneously access the Internet via the BroadGuard.  
Where should we install the BroadGuard on our network?  
In a typical environment, the BroadGuard is installed between a cable/DSL  
modem and LAN. Connect the BroadGuard to the cable/DSL modem with  
Cat.5 RJ-45 cable.  
Plug one end of the cable into the WAN port of the BroadGuard and the other  
end into the Ethernet port of the cable/DSL modem.  
Does the BroadGuard support IPX or AppleTalk?  
No. TCP/IP is the protocol standard for the Internet and has become the  
global standard for communications. IPX, a NetWare communications  
protocol used only to route messages from one node to another, and  
AppleTalk, a communications protocol used on Apple and Macintosh  
networks, can be used for LAN to LAN connections, but those protocols  
cannot connect from WAN to LAN.  
I’m using Linux. Does the BroadGuard support this operating system?  
Yes. The BroadGuard is compatible with any operating system.  
Does the BroadGuard support 100Mbps Fast Ethernet?  
Yes. Both 10 and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are supported.  
Does the BroadGuard support ICQ send file?  
Yes, with the following fix: ICQ menu-> preference -> connections tab->  
check "I am behind a firewall or proxy", and set the firewall time-out to 80  
seconds. An Internet user can then send a file to a user behind the  
BroadGuard.  
How do I get Napster to work with the BroadGuard?  
Napster is fully compatible with the BroadGuard and requires no special  
settings.  
Can multiple gamers on the LAN get on one game server and play  
simultaneously with just one public IP address?  
It depends on which network game or what kind of game server you are using.  
For example, Unreal Tournament supports multi-login with one public IP.  
How can I avoid receiving corrupted FTP downloads?  
If you are experiencing corrupted files when you download a file with your  
FTP client, try using another FTP program.  
How will I be notified of new BroadGuard firmware upgrades?  
All firmware upgrades are posted on the SOHOware website at  
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Does the BroadGuard pass PPTP packets?  
Yes.  
Does the BroadGuard support IPSec?  
This function will be supported in later firmware upgrades.  
What is the recommended maximum number of VPN sessions I can run  
on the BroadGuard?  
We recommend the number of sessions is five or less to prevent influencing  
the throughput of the BroadGuard.  
Will the BroadGuard function in a Macintosh environment?  
Yes, but the BroadGuard’s setup pages are accessible only through Internet  
Explorer v4.0 or Netscape Navigator v4.0 or higher for Macintosh.  
With which type of firewall is the BroadGuard equipped?  
The BroadGuard uses NAT, anti-DoS (Denial of Service) and (SPI) Stateful  
Packet Inspection.  
What is DoS (Denial of Service)?  
The goal of a Denial of Service (DoS) attack is not to steal information, but to  
disable a device or network so users no longer have access to network  
resources. For example, "TearDrop", a DoS hacker tool which is widely  
available on the Internet, allows users to remotely crash any unprotected  
Windows computer on the Internet. Most types of Internet attacks try to  
exploit the weaknesses in the TCP stacks of the operating systems of host  
machines. BroadGuard protects against the following types of DoS attacks:  
SYN Flooding  
Ping of Death  
LAND attacks  
Smurf attacks  
IP Spoofing  
TearDrop  
WinNuke  
What is Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)?  
Stateful Packet Inspection is a technology similar to that used in enterprise-  
level firewall products. It is generally regarded as a "state of the art" firewall  
technology. With SPI, the BroadGuard makes security decisions based on the  
origination of Internet sessions. The BroadGuard will allow incoming data  
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from the Internet only if it is part of a session that was initiated by one of the  
users on the secure Local Area Network (LAN), but will block all  
communications that are initiated from the Internet. SPI has the added benefit  
of being easy to manage, making it ideal for those who don't have MIS people  
for networking maintenance.  
Does the BroadGuard support routing protocols?  
Yes, it support both RIP I & RIP II.  
I am not able to get the web configuration screen for the BroadGuard.  
What can I do?  
You may have to remove the proxy settings on your Internet browser, e.g.,  
Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer. Or remove the dial-up settings on  
your browser.  
Will the BroadGuard allow me to use my own public IP and Domain?  
The BroadGuard allows for customization of your public IP and Domain. If  
you use a cable connection see Figure 35, page 28. For DSL users, see Figure  
37, page 29.  
Is there an internal cable or DSL modem in the BroadGuard?  
No, the BroadGuard must work in conjunction with an external cable or DSL  
modem.  
Which modems are compatible with the BroadGuard?  
The BroadGuard is compatible with virtually any cable or DSL modem that  
supports Ethernet.  
How can I check whether I have static DHCP IP Addresses?  
Consult your BSP to confirm the information.  
How do I get Half-Life: Team Fortress to Work with the BroadGuard?  
If you want to host a game, you must expose your PC to the Internet using  
DMZ Host (see DMZ Host, page 34). If you only want to join a game hosted  
by somebody else, then there is no need to set your machine as a DMZ Host.  
How do I get mIRC to work with the BroadGuard?  
You must expose your PC to the Internet using DMZ Host (see DMZ Host,  
page 34).  
How can I learn more about Internet safety issues?  
As parents, protecting children from accessing websites that contain improper  
content is critical. Many sites discuss this issue on the Internet. You can use  
entering the keywords “child safety”. The www.getnetwise.org website is  
suggested for parents to obtain more information.  
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Appendix A: VPN REMOTE ACCESS  
Thanks to advanced technology, you can use the BroadGuard to remotely access  
your office VPN server from your home office and you also can build a VPN  
server for mobile sales to access for urgent purposes. BroadGuard supports all  
PPTP packet based VPN software  
BroadGuard VPN Server Configuration  
To run a VPN server, you will find using a static IP will greatly simplify your  
system management (as the IP address never changes). The PC must be exposed to  
the Internet as a DMZ Host. Only one PC can be used as a VPN server as only one  
PC may be set as a DMZ Host.  
step1.  
See Broadband , page 24, and check Specify an IP Address and then  
enter all IP address information into all fields  
step2.  
The PC that you plan to make a VPN server must be assigned as the  
DMZ Host  
Client Configuration (e.g. Microsoft PPTP)  
Set up your Microsoft computer as a VPN Client  
VPN is natively supported in Windows 98, 98SE, and Me. On a Windows 95  
machine, you need to upgrade to Dial-Up Networking Version 1.3.  
Windows 98/98/SE/Me VPN Client Setup  
step1.  
Click Start/Settings/Control Panel  
Figure 63. Control Panel  
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step2.  
In Control Panel, double-click the Network icon. The Network dialog  
box will open (Figure 64)  
Figure 64. Network  
step3.  
Click Add. The Select Network Component Type dialog box will open  
(Figure 65)  
Figure 65. Select Network Component Type  
step4.  
Double-click Adapter. The Select Network adapters dialog box will  
open (Figure 66)  
Figure 66. Select Network Adapters  
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step5.  
In the left window, choose Microsoft. In the right, select Microsoft  
Virtual Private Networking Adapter. After the Microsoft Virtual  
Private Networking Adapter component is completely installed, click  
OK. You will be returned to the Network menu (Figure 67). The  
Microsoft Virtual Private Networking Adapter item in the Network box  
indicates that it has been successfully installed.  
Figure 67. Network  
step6.  
step7.  
step8.  
Windows may ask for the Windows CD-ROM. Insert the Windows CD  
and click OK  
The system will ask you to restart your computer. Click Yes to  
complete the installation  
After restarting, click My Computer/Dial-Up Networking. The  
Welcome to Dial-Up Networking dialog box will open (Figure 68)  
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Figure 68. Welcome to Dial-Up Networking  
step9.  
Click Next. The Make New Connection dialog box will open (Figure  
69)  
Figure 69. Make New Connection-1  
step10. Type a descriptive name for the connection. Choose Microsoft VPN  
Adapter from the Select a device dropdown list. Click Next  
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Figure 70. Make New Connection-2  
step11. Enter the Internet IP Address of the VPN server you want to connect to  
and click Next  
Figure 71. Make New Connection-3  
step12. Click Finish to complete the settings. The system may ask you to  
install Microsoft Dial-Up adapter. Click OK to continue  
step13. Windows may ask for the Windows CD-ROM. Insert your Windows  
CD and click OK  
step14. In the Dial-Up Networking folder (Figure 72), you should have a new  
VPN connection  
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Figure 72. Dial-Up Networking  
step15. Double-click the newly-created icon. The Connect To dialog box will  
open (Figure 73)  
Figure 73. Connect To  
step16. Enter your User name, Password, and the Internet IP address of the  
VPN server. Click Connect  
Note: Connecting to the VPN server may take several attempts before a  
connection is established.  
step17. The Connection Established dialog box will open (Figure 74)  
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Figure 74. Connection Established  
Windows 2000 VPN Server Setup  
Note: You must have two Network Interface Cards installed in your Windows 2000  
server.  
step1.  
Click Start/Programs/Administrative Tools/Routing and Remote  
Access  
Figure 75. Routing and Remote Access  
step2.  
In the Routing and Remote Access box (Figure 75), right-click the  
server name and choose Configure and Enable Routing and Remote  
Access. The Routing and Remote Access Server Setup Wizard welcome  
screen will open. Click Next and the Common Configurations dialog  
box will open (Figure 76)  
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Figure 76. Common Configurations  
step3.  
Check Virtual private network (VPN) server and click Next. The  
Remote Client Protocols dialog box will open (Figure 77)  
Figure 77. Remote Client Protocols  
step4.  
Make sure TCP/IP is in the Protocols list, then check Yes, all of the  
available protocols are on this list. Click Next and the Internet  
Connection dialog box will open (Figure 78)  
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Figure 78. Internet Connection  
step5.  
Highlight the Local Area Connection with the IP address in the  
192.168.1.2 ~192.168.1.254 range. Click Next. The IP Address  
Assignment box will open (Figure 79)  
Figure 79. IP Address Assignment  
step6.  
Check From a specified range of addresses. Click Next. The Address  
Range Assignment box will open (Figure 80)  
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Figure 80. Address Range Assignment  
step7.  
Click Next. The New Address Range box will open (Figure 81)  
Figure 81. New Address Range  
step8.  
In the Start IP address field, enter a start IP address in the range  
192.168.1.2 ~ 192.168.1.254. Enter an end IP address in the same  
range. In the example in Figure 81, we allow five remote users to  
access the VPN server. We recommend the number of addresses is five  
or less to prevent influencing the throughput of the BroadGuard. Click  
OK to save the settings. You will be returned to the Address Range  
Assignment box (Figure 82)  
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Figure 82. Address Range Assignment  
step9.  
Click Next. The Managing Multiple Remote Access Servers dialog box  
will open (Figure 83)  
Figure 83. Managing Multiple Remote Access Servers  
step10. Check No, I don’t want… then click Next  
step11. Click Finish. A Routing and Remote Access warning screen will open  
(Figure 84)  
Figure 84. Routing and Remote Access  
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step12. Click OK to return to the Routing and Remote Access main screen  
(Figure 85)  
Figure 85. Routing and Remote Access  
step13. In the left pane, double-click the server and double-click IP Routing. In  
the right, double-click the Local Area Connection with the IP address in  
the 192.168.1.2 ~192.168.1.254 range. The Local Area connection  
Properties box will open (Figure 86)  
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Figure 86. Local Area connection Properties  
step14. On the General card, check Enable IP Router Manager. Click Input  
Filters. Remove all filters from the list, then click OK. Click Output  
Filters. Once again, remove all filters from the list, then click OK.  
Click OK to close the window and return to the Routing and Remote  
Access window. Click OK to save and close the Routing and Remote  
Access window.  
These changes make it possible to run any Internet application through  
this server  
That completes the VPN server setup. The next stage is to set permissions for the  
users access the server  
Set User Permissions  
step1.  
Click Start/Settings/Control Panel. In Control Panel, double-click the  
Administrative Tools icon. The Administrative Tools window will  
open (Figure 87)  
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Figure 87. Administrative Tools  
step2.  
Double-click Computer Management. Expand System Tools/Local  
Users and Groups. Click Users to show all users lists in Computer  
Management (Figure 88)  
Figure 88. Computer Management  
step3.  
Double-click the name of the user you want to set permissions for. The  
Properties box will open (Figure 89)  
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Figure 89. User Properties  
step4.  
On the Dial-in card, check either Allow access or Control access  
through Remote Access Policy (which one you use depends on your  
security policy). Click OK to save and complete the setting. An icon  
will appear in the Network and Dial-Up Connections folder (Figure 90)  
Figure 90. Network and Dial-Up Connections  
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step5.  
When there is a live connection from a remote user, the icon will show  
activity (Figure 90)  
Note: Connections to the VPN server may take several attempts before a  
connection is established.  
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Appendix B: GLOSSARY  
Ethernet  
One of the most common Local Area Network (LAN) protocols. Ethernet uses a  
bus topology that supports a data transfer rate of 10Mbps.  
Fast Ethernet  
Much the same as Ethernet but 10 times faster; requires upgraded network cards  
and hubs.  
Protocol  
A protocol is a set of rules for communicating between computers.  
10Base-T  
A variant of Ethernet that allows computers to be networked at 10Mbps via twisted  
pair cable.  
100Base-TX  
A variant of Ethernet that allows computers to be networked at 100Mbps via  
twisted pair cable.  
Browser  
A software application used to locate and display Web pages, such as Netscape  
Navigator and Microsoft Internet Explorer.  
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)  
DHCP is a protocol that assigns temporary IP addresses to PCs. Without DHCP  
the IP address must be entered manually at each computer.  
Domain Name  
The Domain Name identifies one or more IP addresses. For example, the domain  
name of sohoware.com represents about a dozen IP addresses.  
URL (Uniform Resource Locator)  
A Uniform Resource Locator is a standard for specifying the location of an object  
on the Internet, such as a file or a newsgroup. URLs are used extensively on the  
World Wide Web. They are used in HTML documents to specify the target of a  
hyperlink, which is often another HTML document (possibly stored on another  
computer).  
DNS (Domain Name Server)  
A server used to translate a Domain Name to a numerical form IP address.  
PPPoE  
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PPPoE supports reliable and straightforward end-user authentication with no  
security risk and can provide a range of operational benefits to both the subscriber  
as well as the service provider. Among these are network management and  
diagnostic capabilities that can identify operational problems and automatically  
offer resolutions.  
Firewall  
A security system used to enforce an access control policy between a LAN and the  
Internet.  
Gateway  
A device that links two different networks.  
Internet  
A global network that connects millions of computers for information exchange.  
IP Address  
The Internet Protocol (IP) is a set of basic rules for network communication. Each  
computer on the Internet has a unique IP address (e.g. 192.168.1.2) and its IP  
functions as an I.D. number/identifier/address.  
BSP (Broadband Service Provider)  
A BSP is a company that provides individuals or companies broadband access to  
the Internet and other related Internet services via cable or DSL.  
Local Area Network (LAN)  
A LAN is a network of interconnected workstations, sharing the resources of a  
single server or each other, within a relatively small geographic area.  
LAN Adapter  
A device that connects the computer to the network cable.  
MAC Address  
Short for Media Access Control Address, a hardware address that uniquely  
identifies each node on a network.  
NAT (Network Address Translation)  
A routing protocol that allows global IP addresses to be translated into multiple  
private IP addresses for use on internal LAN networks. The explosion in the use of  
the Internet has created a critical problem for the Internet Assigned Numbers  
Authority (IANA) which is charged with assigning IP addresses to Internet users,  
ISPs, etc. NAT is a technology that has been introduced to help maximize the  
utilization of assigned IANA or global IP addresses.  
TCP/IP  
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TCP/IP protocols are used for Internet communications and consist of:  
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), which uses a set of rules to exchange  
messages with other Internet points  
IP (Internet Protocol), which uses a set of rules to identify Internet addresses  
on the Internet. Every computer on the Internet has a unique IP address. The  
IP protocol helps Internet users to identify each sender or receiver of  
information that is sent across the Internet  
VPN  
Virtual Private Network: The use of encryption in the lower protocol layers to  
provide a secure connection through an otherwise insecure network, typically the  
Internet.  
BBS (Bulletin Board Service)  
A computer and associated software that typically provides an electronic message  
database where people can log in and leave messages. Apart from public message  
areas, a BBS may provide archives of files, personal electronic mail, and any other  
services or activities of interest to the bulletin board's system operator (the  
"sysop").  
News Forum  
An electronic meeting place where people can exchange news or discuss common  
interests.  
Hacker  
A person who enjoys exploring the details of programmable systems and how to  
stretch their capabilities, as opposed to most users, who prefer to learn only the  
minimum necessary. Recently misused to describe a Cracker. See the next item.  
Cracker  
An individual who attempts to gain unauthorized access to a computer system.  
These individuals are often malicious. Contrary to widespread myth, cracking does  
not usually involve some mysterious leap of hackerly brilliance, but rather  
persistence and the dogged repetition of a handful of fairly well-known tricks that  
exploit common weaknesses in the security of target systems.  
Firmware  
Software stored in read-only memory (ROM) or programmable ROM (PROM).  
Easier to change than hardware, but harder than software stored on disk. Firmware  
is often responsible for the behavior of a system when it is first switched on.  
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Technical Specifications  
Standards Compliance  
Certifications  
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T & 100Base-TX  
FCC Class B, VCCI, CE  
Compression TCP/IP (RFC 1144),  
Standards Compliance  
DHCP (1533,1541), DNS (1034,1035)  
LAN: Four 10/100 Base-TX Switched Ethernet RJ-45  
connectors  
Autosensing Switch (LAN ports Four RJ-45 10Base-  
T/100Base-TX Ethernet ports (for PCs, peripherals or a  
wireless LAN bridge)  
Network Interfaces  
WAN: One 10Base-T Ethernet RJ-45 connector for  
cable/DSL modem  
User Interface  
Browser -based Management  
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Maximum Number of PCs  
Firewall Security  
VPN Support  
NAT, DMZ, SPI, Prevention of DoS attacks  
Client and server pass through (Microsoft PPTP)  
Protocols  
WAN: TCP/IP, DHCP client, IP Multicast, RTSP, PPTP,  
and PPPoE  
LAN: TCP/IP, DHCP server, NAT, RIP I & II  
Power  
Status  
LED Indicators  
Internet activity (WAN)  
Ethernet port activity (LAN)  
Operating Temperature: 0-50 deg C (32-122 deg F)  
Humidity 0 to 90%, (non-condensing)  
Operating Environment  
Dimensions  
258 x 168 x 45mm (10.2 x 6.6 x 1.8 in.)  
770 gm (27.2 oz.)  
Weight  
Power Consumption  
AC 5V/1A  
BroadGuard Unit: 3-year Limited  
Power Adapter: One year  
Warranty  
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Technical Support  
Support from Your Network Supplier  
If additional assistance is required, call your supplier for help. Have the following  
information ready before you make the call.  
1. LED status  
2. A list of the product hardware (including revision levels), and if possible, a  
brief description of the network structure  
3. Details of recent configuration changes, if applicable  
Support from SOHOware  
If you have any problems that you cannot resolve with the information in  
troubleshooting, please note the following information and contact our technical  
support team.  
What you were doing when the error occurred  
What error messages you saw  
Whether the problem can be reproduced  
The serial number of your SOHOware product  
USA & Europe  
Telephone  
:
+1-408-565-9888  
Technical Support  
+1 (888) 785-8222  
Toll Free Customer  
Service (US only)  
+1 (800) 632-1118 ext: 2801  
FAX  
:
:
+1-408-565-9889  
E-mail  
Asia Pacific  
Telephone  
FAX  
:
:
:
+886-3-5783966  
+886-3-5777989  
E-mail  
For more information on networking, please visit us at:  
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SOHOware Limited Warranty  
Hardware  
SOHOware, Inc. warrants its products to be free of defects in workmanship and  
materials, under normal use and service, from the date of purchase from  
SOHOware or its Authorized Reseller and for the period of time specified in the  
documentation supplied with each product.  
Should a product fail to be in good working order during the applicable warranty  
period, SOHOware will, at its option and expense, repair or replace it, or deliver to  
the purchaser an equivalent product or part at no additional charge except as set  
forth below. Repair parts and replacement products are furnished on an exchange  
basis and will be either reconditioned or new. All replaced products and parts will  
become the property of SOHOware. Any replaced or repaired product or part has a  
ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever  
is longer.  
SOHOware shall not be liable under this warranty if its testing and examination  
disclose that the alleged defect in the product does not exist or was caused by the  
purchaser’s, or any third party’s misuse, neglect, improper installation or testing,  
unauthorized attempt to repair or modify, or any other cause beyond the range of  
the intended use, or by accident, fire, lightning, or other hazard.  
Software  
Software and documentation materials are supplied “as is” without warranty as to  
their performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. However,  
the diskette media containing the software are covered by a 90-day warranty that  
protects the purchaser against failure within that period.  
Limited Warranty Service Procedures  
Any product (1) received in error, (2) in a defective or non-functioning condition,  
or (3) exhibiting a defect under normal working conditions, can be returned to  
SOHOware by following these steps:  
You must prepare:  
dated proof of purchase  
product model number & quantity  
product serial number  
precise reason for return  
your name/address/e-mail address/telephone/fax  
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1. Inform the distributor or retailer  
2. Ship the product back to the distributor/retailer with prepaid freight. The  
purchaser must pay the shipping freight from the distributor/retailer to  
SOHOware. Any package sent C.O.D. (Cash On Delivery) will be refused  
3. Charges: Usually RMA (Returned Material Authorization) items will be  
returned to the purchaser via Airmail, prepaid by SOHOware. If returned by  
another carrier, the purchaser will pay the difference. A return freight and  
handling fee will be charged to the purchaser if SOHOware determines that  
there was “No Problem Found” or that the damage was caused by the user  
Warning  
SOHOware is not responsible for the integrity of any data on storage equipment  
(hard drives, tape drives, floppy diskettes, etc.). We strongly recommend that our  
customers backup their data before sending such equipment in for diagnosis or  
repair.  
Services after Warranty Period  
After the warranty period expires, all products can be repaired for a reasonable  
service charge. The shipping charges to and from the SOHOware facility will be  
borne by the purchaser.  
Return for Credit  
In the case of a DOA (Dead on Arrival) or a shipping error, a return for credit will  
automatically be applied to the purchaser’s account, unless otherwise requested.  
Limitation of Liability  
All expressed and implied warranties of a product’s merchantability, or of its  
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the applicable period as  
set forth in this limited warranty, and no warranty will be considered valid after its  
expiration date.  
If this product does not function as warranted, your sole remedy shall be repair or  
replacement as provided for above. In no case shall SOHOware be liable for any  
incidental, consequential, special, or indirect damages resulting from loss of data,  
loss of profits, or loss of use, even if SOHOware or an authorized SOHOware  
distributor/dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages, or for any  
claim by any other party.  
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
For the following equipment:  
Product Name : BroadGuard™ - Secure Cable/DSL Router  
Model Number : NBG800  
Produced by:  
Manufacturer’s : NATIONAL DATACOMM CORPORATION  
Name  
Manufacturer’s : 4F, NO. 24-2, INDUSTRY EAST 4TH ROAD  
Address  
SCIENCE PARK, HSIN-CHU  
TAIWAN, R.O.C.  
is hereby confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council  
Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating  
to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/ 336/ EEC).  
The product meets or exceeds the following EMC standards:  
EMI  
EN50081-1:1992  
EN50082-1:1997  
EN55022(B)  
EMS  
The manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration:  
Company Name : SOHOware Europe  
Company Address : 1, EARLSFORT CENTRE,  
HATCH STREET,  
DUBLIN 2, IRELAND.  
Person authorized to make this declaration:  
Name  
: CHIN-TU WU  
Position/Title  
: MANAGING DIRECTOR  
15 January 2001  
Date  
Legal Signature  
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