Ativa Network Router AWGR54 User Manual
Wireless G  
Router  
User Manual  
AWGR54  
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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing the Ativa Wireless G Router (the Router). The following  
two short sections discuss the benefits of home networking and outline best  
practices for maximizing your wireless home network range and performance.  
Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special  
attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Router for Optimal  
Performance” on page 2.  
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Benefits of a Home Network  
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Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers  
in your home  
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Share resources, such as files and hard drives among all the connected  
computers in your home  
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Share a single printer with the entire family  
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Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures  
Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another  
Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat  
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Advantages of a Wireless Network  
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Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer  
room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer  
anywhere within your wireless range  
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Easy installation – The Ativa Easy Installation Wizard makes  
setup simple  
Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other networking  
devices from anywhere in your home  
Easy expansion – the wide range of Ativa networking products lets  
you expand your network to include devices such as printers and  
gaming consoles  
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No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of  
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office  
Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of  
interoperable networking products  
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Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance  
Important Factors for Placement and Setup  
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your  
Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is between 100 and  
200 feet.  
In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade  
somewhat as the distance between your Router and connected devices  
increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move farther  
from your Router, connection speed may decrease. Factors that can weaken  
signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal  
appliances or obstructions, and walls.  
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related  
to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a position  
between five and 10 feet away from the Router in order to see if distance is  
the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Ativa  
Technical Support.  
Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance,  
they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning; if you are  
concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness,  
this checklist may help.  
1. Wireless Router Placement  
Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as close  
as possible to the center of your wireless network devices.  
To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients”  
(i.e., computers enabled by Ativa Wireless Notebook Network Cards,  
Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):  
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Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each  
other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your  
Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as  
possible in an upward direction.  
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In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close  
to the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the  
Router on an upper floor.  
Try not to place the Router near a cordless phone.  
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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference  
Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,”  
such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless  
communication include:  
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Refrigerators  
Washers and/or dryers  
Metal cabinets  
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Large aquariums  
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Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows  
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If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects  
such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your computers  
and Router).  
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3. Cordless Phones  
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending  
to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:  
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Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and your  
wireless-enabled computers.  
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Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates  
on the 2.4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s information). If this  
fixes the problem, your phone may  
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be interfering.  
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If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on  
the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For  
example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to  
channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.  
If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz cordless phone.  
4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network  
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment  
buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless networks nearby  
that can conflict with yours.  
Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the wireless utility of your  
wireless adapter or card to locate any other wireless networks that are  
available (see your wireless adapter’s or card’s user manual), and move  
your Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks  
as possible.  
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Experiment with more than one of the available channels in order to  
find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring  
cordless phones or other wireless devices.  
For Ativa wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and  
wireless channel information included with your Wireless Network Card  
or Adapter. See your Network Card’s user guide for more information.  
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area  
with your Router.  
5. Secure Connections,VPNs, and AOL  
Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are  
used where security is important. Secure connections include:  
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Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect  
remotely to an office network  
The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL),  
which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another cable  
or DSL service  
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Most online banking websites  
Many commercial websites that require a user name and password to  
access your account  
Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power  
management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest  
solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or AOL  
software, or by re-logging into the secure website.  
A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management  
settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate  
for portable computers. To change your power management setting under  
Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.  
If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and  
AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed  
these issues.  
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Introduction  
For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at  
www.ativasupport.com or call Ativa Technical Support at:  
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US: 1-866-91-ATIVA (1-866-912-8482)  
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Product Overview  
Product Features  
In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network  
your computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Ativa  
Wireless G Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network.  
Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers  
The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac  
OS® X v10.x, AppleTalk®, Linux®, Windows® 98, Me, NT®, 2000, and XP, and  
others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter that  
supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).  
Front-Panel LED Display  
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in  
operation. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to  
the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and  
status-monitoring procedures.  
Web-Based Advanced User Interface  
You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web  
browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer.  
There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can make  
changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the network  
quickly and easily.  
NAT IP Address Sharing  
Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single  
IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the  
cost of adding IP addresses to your Internet service account.  
SPI Firewall  
Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a  
wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping  
of Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, TCP  
Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect,  
and fragment flooding.  
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Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch  
The Router has a built-in, 4-port network switch to allow your wired  
computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and much  
more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of  
connected devices. The switch will transfer data between computers and the  
Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources.  
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Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility  
UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless operation  
of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are  
UPnP-compliant.  
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Support for VPN Pass-Through  
If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection,  
your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the  
Router and to your office network.  
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Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)  
Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for  
the easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will assign  
IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a  
complicated networking setup.  
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Easy Install Wizard  
The Easy Install Wizard takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router.  
This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up  
the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). In a matter  
of minutes, your Wireless Router will be up and running on the Internet.  
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NOTE: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE, Me,  
2000, and XP; and Mac OS X. If you are using another operating system, the  
Wireless Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in  
this User Manual (see page 22).  
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Product Overview  
Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point  
802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates up to  
54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802.11b.  
MAC Address Filtering  
For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique client  
identifiers) that are allowed access to your network. Every computer has its  
own MAC address. Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the  
Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you can control access to  
your network.  
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Package Contents  
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Ativa Wireless G Router  
Quick Installation Guide  
Ativa Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual  
Ativa RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable  
Power Supply  
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System Requirements  
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Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with  
RJ45 (Ethernet) connection  
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At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter  
TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer  
RJ45 Ethernet networking cable  
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Internet browser  
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Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements  
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A PC running Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP; or a Mac computer  
running Mac OS X  
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Minimum 64MB RAM  
Internet browser  
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The Router has been designed to  
be placed on a desktop. All of the  
cables exit from the rear of the  
Router for better organization and  
utility. The LED indicators are easily  
visible on the front of the Router to  
provide you with information about  
network activity and status.  
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1. Power/Ready LED  
When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time  
elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the Power/Ready LED  
blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the Power/Ready LED  
becomes a SOLID light, indicating the Router is ready for use.  
OFF  
Router is OFF  
Blinking Blue  
Solid Blue  
Router is Booting Up  
Router is Ready  
2. Wireless Network LED  
OFF  
Wireless Network is OFF  
Wireless Network is Ready  
Indicates Wireless Activity  
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Blinking Blue  
3. Wired Computer Status LEDs  
These LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the numbered ports on the  
rear of the Router. When a computer is properly connected to one of the  
wired computer ports on the rear of the Router, the LED will light. BLUE  
means a 10/100Base-T device is connected. When information is being sent  
over the port, the LED blinks rapidly.  
OFF  
No Device is Linked to the Port  
10/100Base-T Device Connected  
Port Activity  
Blue  
Blinking Blue  
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4. Modem Status LED  
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This LED lights in BLUE to indicate that your modem is connected  
properly to the Router. It blinks rapidly when information is being sent  
over the port between the Router and the modem.  
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No WAN Link  
Good WAN Link  
WAN Activity  
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Solid Blue  
Blinking Blue  
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5. Internet LED  
This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the  
Internet. When the light is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the  
Internet. When the light is blinking, the Router is attempting to connect  
to the Internet. When the light is solid BLUE, the Router is connected  
to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature,  
this LED becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of your  
Router’s connection.  
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OFF  
Router is not Connected to the Internet  
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Router is Attempting to Connect to  
the Internet  
Blinking Blue  
Solid Blue  
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Router is Connected to the Internet  
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Reset button is  
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side of the unit.  
6. Power Jack  
Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack.  
7. Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports)  
Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports  
are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP  
category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports  
correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the Router.  
8. Connection to Modem (Modem Port)  
This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that was  
provided with the modem to connect the modem to this port. Use of a cable  
other than the cable supplied with the cable modem may not work properly.  
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9. Reset Button  
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The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function  
improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal  
operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also  
restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use  
the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your  
custom password.  
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a. Resetting the Router  
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Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the Router  
will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to  
blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the  
reset is complete.  
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b. Restoring the Factory Defaults  
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Press and hold the “Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, then  
release it. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The  
Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light  
becomes solid again, the restore is complete.  
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Verify the contents of your box.You should have the following:  
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Ativa Wireless G Router  
Quick Installation Guide  
Ativa Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual  
RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable (for connection of the  
Router to the computer)  
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Power Supply  
Wireless Security Setup Guide  
Modem Requirements  
Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many  
modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have  
a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at  
this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the  
installation procedure. If your modem has only a USB port, you can request a  
different type of modem from your ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a  
modem that has an RJ45 Ethernet port on it.  
Ethernet  
USB  
ALWAYS INSTALL YOUR ROUTER FIRST! IF YOU ARE INSTALLING  
NUMEROUS NETWORK DEVICES FOR THE FIRST TIME, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT  
YOUR ROUTER IS CONNECTED AND RUNNING BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO  
INSTALL OTHER NETWORK COMPONENTS SUCH AS NOTEBOOK CARDS AND  
DESKTOP CARDS.  
Easy Install Wizard  
Ativa has provided our Easy Install Wizard software to make installing your  
Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and  
running in minutes. The Easy Install Wizard requires that your Windows 98SE,  
Me, 2000, or XP; or Mac OS X v10.1.x computer be connected directly to your  
cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working  
at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the “Alternate Setup  
Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. Additionally, if  
you are using an operating system other than Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP,  
you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this  
User Manual.  
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IMPORTANT: Run the Easy Install Wizard software from the computer that  
is directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT THE  
ROUTER AT THIS TIME.  
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Step 1 Run the Easy Install Wizard Software  
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1.1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time.  
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1.2 Make sure you have the following items at the computer that is now  
directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT THE  
ROUTER AT THIS TIME.  
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• Quick Installation Guide  
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• The Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual  
• The Router  
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• The Router’s Power Supply  
• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable  
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1.3 Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software  
on your computer.  
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1.4 Insert the Easy Install Wizard software CD into your CD-ROM drive.  
The Easy Installation Wizard screen will automatically appear on your  
screen within 15 seconds. If it does not, select your CD-ROM drive from  
“My Computer” and double-click on the file named “EasyInstall.exe”  
on the CD-ROM.  
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Welcome Screen  
After you insert the CD into your  
CD-ROM drive, the Wizard’s welcome screen  
will appear. Make sure you have not connected  
the Router at this point. If you have  
connected your Router, please reconnect your  
computer directly to the modem. Click “Run  
the Easy Install Wizard” when you are ready to  
move on.  
Progress Screen  
The Easy Install Wizard will show you a  
progress screen each time a step in the setup  
has been completed. Each time you see the  
progress screen, click “Next” when you are  
ready to move to the next step.  
Examining Settings  
The Wizard will now examine your computer’s  
network settings and gather information  
needed to complete the Router’s connection  
to the Internet. When the Wizard is finished  
examining your computer, click “Next”  
to continue.  
Multiple Network Adapters Found Screen  
If you have more than one network adapter  
installed in your computer, this screen will  
appear. If you have more than one network  
adapter installed in your computer, you  
must designate for the Wizard which adapter  
is connected to your modem. To do this,  
select it from the list and click “Next”. If  
you are not sure which adapter to choose,  
select the adapter at the top of the list. If  
you mistakenly choose the wrong adapter  
now, you will be able to choose a different  
one later.  
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Step 2 Set up the Hardware  
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The Wizard will walk you through connecting your Router to your computer and  
modem. Follow the steps on the screen using the pictures as a guide.  
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2.1 This step instructs you to locate  
the cable connected between your  
modem and the networking port on  
your computer. Unplug this cable  
from the computer and plug it into  
the modem port on the Router. Click  
“Next” to continue.  
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2.2 This step instructs you to locate  
the BLUE cable that is included  
with your Router. Plug one end  
of this cable into ANY one of the  
wired-computer ports on your  
Router. Plug the other end of the  
cable into the networking port on  
your computer. Click “Next”  
to continue.  
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2.3 This step instructs you to locate the  
power supply that is included with  
your Router. Plug the power supply’s  
small connector into the power port  
on the Router. Plug the power supply  
into an empty power outlet. Click  
“Next” to continue.  
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2.4 This step instructs you to look at the  
lights on the front of your Router. Make  
sure the appropriate lights are ON. Refer  
to the Easy Install Wizard software on  
your computer’s screen for more details.  
Click “Next” to continue.  
Note: The Easy Install Wizard may ask  
you to reboot your computer. If it does,  
reboot your computer and proceed with  
the installation.  
Step 3 Check the Connection  
3.1 Once you have completed connecting  
the Router, the Wizard will check the  
connection to the Router and then go  
on to determine what type of Internet  
connection you have.  
3.2 User Name and Password Needed  
If you have a connection type that  
requires a user name and a password, the  
Wizard will ask you to type in your user  
name and password. If your connection  
type does not require a user name and  
password, you will not see this screen.  
Your user name and password is provided  
to you by your Internet Service Provider.  
If you have to type in a user name and  
password to connect to the Internet,  
then type that same user name and  
password in here. Your user name looks  
something like “jsmith@myisp.com” or  
simply “jsmith”. The service name is  
optional and is very rarely required by  
your ISP. If you don’t know your service  
name, leave this blank. When you have  
entered your information, click “Next”  
to move on.  
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3.3 Wireless Setup  
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This step is optional.  
Click “Next” if you want to skip it.  
Using this step, you can customize your  
wireless network settings if you want  
to. Follow the steps on the screen to  
complete this step. Click “Next”  
to continue.  
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Step 4 Secure your Network  
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4.1 After connection has been established,  
you will be prompted by the Easy  
Install Wizard to select your desired  
security level.  
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4.2 WEP and WPA are the two security  
options. If you do not want security or  
would prefer to install at a later time,  
click the radio button next to “NONE”  
and click “Next.”  
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4.3 The Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)  
security option features a two-password  
setup. You can select one password  
that provides COMPLETE NETWORK  
access and another password for GUEST  
(Internet only) access only. Click “Next”.  
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4.4 Security setup is now complete. Click  
“Next” to configure.  
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Step 5 Configure the Router  
The Wizard will now transfer all of the configuration information to the Router.  
This will take approximately one minute. During this time, do not turn off the  
Router or computer. The Router will restart itself at the end of this step.  
5.1 Checking Internet  
The Wizard will now check for an Internet  
connection. This can take a few minutes.  
The Wizard may not detect a connection  
right away. If not, it will retry a number  
of times. The “Connected” light on the  
front panel of the Router will flash  
during this time. Please be patient  
through this process.  
5.2 Finished  
When the Internet connection is  
complete, the Wizard will tell you that  
you are finished. The “Connected” LED  
on the front of the Router will be solid  
BLUE, indicating that the Router is now  
connected to the Internet.  
Your Router is now connected to the Internet.  
Now you can begin surfing the Internet by  
opening your browser and going to your  
favorite web page.  
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Congratulations. You have finished installing your new Ativa Router. You  
are ready to set up the other computers in your home. You can also add  
computers to your Router anytime you want.  
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Alternate Setup Method  
The Web-Based Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use  
to set up the Router if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can  
also use it to manage advanced functions of the Router. From the Web-Based  
Advanced User Interface, you can perform the following tasks:  
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View the Router’s current settings and status  
Configure the Router to connect to your ISP with the settings that they  
provided you  
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Change the current network settings such as the Internal IP address, the  
IP address pool, DHCP settings, and more  
Set the Router’s firewall to work with specific applications  
(port forwarding)  
Set up security features such as client restrictions, MAC address filtering,  
WEP, and WPA  
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Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network  
Change the Router’s internal password  
Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play)  
Reset the Router  
Back up your configuration settings  
Reset the Router’s default settings  
Update the Router’s firmware  
Step 1 Connect your Router  
1.1 Turn off the power to your modem by unplugging the power supply from  
the modem.  
1.2 Locate the network cable that is connected between your modem and  
your computer and unplug it from your computer, leaving the other end  
connected to your modem.  
1.3 Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port on the  
back of the Router labeled “Modem”.  
1.4 Connect a new network cable (not included) from the back of the  
computer to one of the wired computer ports labeled “1–4”. Note: It  
does not matter which numbered port you choose.  
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1.5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power supply  
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to the modem.  
Mac or PC computer that was originally connected  
to the cable or DSL modem  
Network cable  
(to computer)  
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To power adapter  
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Existing networking cable  
(came with modem)  
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Note: Your Router may have ports in different locations than depicted  
in the illustration above.  
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1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord into the  
wall, then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack.  
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1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking the  
lights on the front of the Router. The BLUE light labeled “Modem”  
should be ON if your modem is connected correctly to the Router. If it  
is not, recheck your connections.  
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1.8 Verify that your computer is connected properly to the Router by  
checking the lights labeled “1–4”. The light that corresponds to the  
numbered port connected to your computer should be ON if your  
computer is connected properly. If it is not, recheck your connections.  
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Step 2 Set up your Computer’s Network Settings to  
Work with a DHCP Server  
See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring Network  
Settings” for directions.  
Step 3 Configure the Router Using the Web-Based  
Advanced User Interface  
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advanced  
User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (you do not need to type  
in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then press the “Enter” key.  
PLEASE NOTE: If you have difficulty accessing the Router’s Web-Based  
Advanced User Interface, go to the section entitled “Manually Configuring  
Network Settings”.  
Logging into the Router  
You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The home page  
is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes to the Router’s  
settings, you have to log in. Clicking the “Login” button or clicking on any one  
of the links on the home page will take you to the login screen. The Router  
ships with no password entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank  
and click the “Submit” button to log in.  
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Logging out of the Router  
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One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of making  
changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has logged in to make  
changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out. Clicking the  
“Logout” button will log the computer out. The second method is automatic.  
The login will time out after a specified period of time. The default login  
time-out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from 1 to 99 minutes. For more  
information, see the section in this manual entitled “Changing the Login  
Time-Out Setting”.  
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface  
The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Web-Based  
Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the  
Router’s status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from  
this page.  
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1. Quick-Navigation Links  
You can go directly to any of the Router’s UI pages by clicking directly  
on these links. The links are divided into logical categories and grouped  
by tabs to make finding a particular setting easier to find. Clicking on  
the purple header of each tab will show you a short description of the  
tab’s function.  
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2. Home Button  
The “Home” button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing this  
button will take you back to the home page.  
3. Internet Status Indicator  
This indicator is visible in all pages of the UI, indicating the connection  
status of the Router. When the indicator says “connection OK” in  
GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet. When the Router is not  
connected to the Internet, the indicator will read “no connection” in RED.  
The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to the  
settings of the Router.  
4. Login/Logout Button  
This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of  
one button. When you are logged into the Router, this button will change  
to read “Logout”. Logging into the Router will take you to a separate  
login page where you must enter a password. When you are logged into  
the Router, you can make changes to the settings. When you are finished  
making changes, you can log out of the Router by clicking the “Logout”  
button. For more information about logging into the Router, see the  
section called “Logging into the Router”.  
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5. Help Button  
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The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help is  
also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain  
sections of each page.  
6. LAN Settings  
Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the  
Router. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of  
the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server) or by clicking the “LAN”  
“Quick Navigation” link on the left side of the screen.  
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7. Features  
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Shows the status of the Router’s NAT, firewall, and wireless features.  
Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links  
or by clicking the “Quick Navigation” links on the left side of the screen.  
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8. Internet Settings  
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Shows the settings of the Internet/WAN side of the Router that connects  
to the Internet. Changes to any of these settings can be made by clicking  
on the links or by clicking on the “Internet/WAN” “Quick Navigation” link  
on the left side of the screen.  
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9. Version Info  
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Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and  
serial number of the Router.  
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10. Page Name  
The page you are on can be identified by this name. This User Manual will  
sometimes refer to pages by name. For instance “LAN > LAN Settings”  
refers to the “LAN Settings” page.  
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Step 4 Configure your Router for Connection to your  
Internet Service Provider (ISP)  
The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect  
to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router is capable of connecting  
to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have correctly configured the  
Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection type. Your ISP connection settings  
are provided to you by your ISP. To configure the Router with the settings  
that your ISP gave you, click “Connection Type” (A) on the left side of the  
screen. Select the connection type you use. If your ISP gave you DNS settings,  
clicking “DNS” (B) allows you to enter DNS address entries for ISPs that  
require specific settings. Clicking “MAC address” (C) will let you clone your  
computer’s MAC address or type in a specific WAN MAC address, if required  
by your ISP. When you have finished making settings, the “Internet Status”  
indicator will read “connection OK” if your Router is set up properly.  
(A)  
(B)  
(C)  
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Setting your Connection Type  
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From the “Connection Type” page, you can select the type of connection you use.  
Select the type of connection you use by clicking the button (1) next  
to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2).  
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(2)  
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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP)ConnectionType to Dynamic IP  
A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type used with cable  
modems. Setting the connection type to “dynamic” in many cases is enough to  
complete the connection to your ISP. Some dynamic connection types may require  
a host name. You can enter your host name in the space provided if you were  
assigned one. Your host name is assigned by your ISP. Some dynamic connections  
may require that you clone the MAC address of the PC that was originally  
connected to the modem.  
Change WAN MAC Address  
If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the service, you can  
enter a specific MAC address or clone the current computer’s MAC address  
through this link.  
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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type  
to Static IP  
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A static IP address connection type is less common than other connection types.  
If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will need your IP address, subnet mask,  
and ISP gateway address. This information is available from your ISP or on the  
paperwork that your ISP left with you. Type in your information, then click “Apply  
Changes” (5). After you apply the changes, the “Internet Status” indicator will read  
“connection OK” if your Router is set up properly.  
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(2)  
(3)  
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1. IP Address  
Provided by your ISP. Enter your IP address here.  
2. Subnet Mask  
Provided by your ISP. Enter your subnet mask here.  
3. ISP Gateway Address  
Provided by your ISP. Enter the ISP gateway address here.  
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Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE  
Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL  
modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into  
the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office  
that doesn’t require a modem, you may also use PPPoE.  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
(5)  
Your connection type is PPPoE if:  
1) Your ISP gave you a user name and password, which is required to  
connect to the Internet;  
2) Your ISP gave you software such as WinPOET or Enternet300 that you use  
to connect to the Internet; or  
3) You have to double-click on a desktop icon other than your browser to  
get on the Internet.  
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1. User Name  
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2
This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by  
your ISP.  
2. Password  
Type in your password and re-type it into the “Retype Password” box to  
confirm it.  
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3. Service Name  
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A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if your  
ISP requires a service name, leave this blank.  
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4. MTU  
The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you  
a specific MTU setting. Making changes to the MTU setting can cause  
problems with your Internet connection including disconnection  
from the Internet, slow Internet access, and problems with Internet  
applications working properly.  
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5. Maximum Idle Time  
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The “Maximum Idle Time” feature is used to automatically disconnect  
the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period  
of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this option and  
entering “5” into the minute field will cause the Router to disconnect  
from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet activity. This option  
should be used if you pay for your Internet service by the minute.  
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Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings  
A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates  
Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like “www.ativasupport.com” into IP  
addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter  
this information into the Router. The “Automatic from ISP” box (1) should be  
checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address. If you are using a  
static IP connection type, then you may need to enter a specific DNS address and  
secondary DNS address for your connection to work properly. If your connection  
type is dynamic or PPPoE, it is likely that you do not have to enter a DNS address.  
Leave the “Automatic from ISP” box checked. To enter the DNS address settings,  
uncheck the “Automatic from ISP” box and enter your DNS entries in the spaces  
provided. Click “Apply Changes” (2) to save the settings.  
(1)  
(2)  
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Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address  
All network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have a  
unique “serial number” called a MAC address. Your Internet Service Provider  
may record the MAC address of your computer’s adapter and only let that  
particular computer connect to the Internet service. When you install the  
Router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the ISP and may cause the  
connection not to work. Ativa has provided the ability to clone (copy) the  
MAC address of the computer into the Router. This MAC address, in turn,  
will be seen by the ISP’s system as the original MAC address and will allow  
the connection to work. If you are not sure whether your ISP needs to see  
the original MAC address, simply clone the MAC address of the computer  
that was originally connected to the modem. Cloning the address will not  
cause any problems with your network.  
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Cloning your MAC Address  
To clone your MAC address, make sure that you are using the computer that was  
ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before the Router was installed. Click  
the “Clone” button (1). Click “Apply Changes” (3). Your MAC address is now cloned  
to the Router.  
Entering a Specific MAC Address  
In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address. You  
can manually enter one in the “MAC Address” page. Type in a MAC address  
in the spaces provided (2) and click “Apply Changes” (3) to save the changes. The  
Router’s WAN MAC address will now be changed to the MAC address  
you specified.  
(2)  
(1)  
(3)  
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advanced  
User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything else  
such as “http://” or “www”) then press the “Enter” key.  
You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window.  
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Viewing the LAN Settings  
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Clicking on the header of the “LAN Setup” tab (1) will take you to its  
header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To view  
the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on “LAN  
Settings” (2) or to view the list of connected computers, click on “DHCP  
Client List” (3).  
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(2)  
(3)  
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Changing LAN Settings  
All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and  
changed here.  
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(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
(5)  
(6)  
1. IP Address  
The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The default  
IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the Web-Based Advanced User  
Interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. This  
address can be changed if needed. To change the IP address, type in the  
new IP address and click “Apply Changes”. The IP address you choose  
should be a non-routable IP.  
Examples of a non-routable IP are:  
192.168.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255), and  
10.x.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255).  
2. Subnet Mask  
There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced  
feature of your Ativa Router. It is possible to change the subnet mask if  
necessary; however, do NOT make changes to the subnet mask unless you  
have a specific reason to do so. The default setting is “255.255.255.0”.  
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3. DHCP Server  
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The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by  
assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network automatically.  
The default setting is “On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if  
necessary; however, in order to do so you must manually set a static  
IP address for each computer on your network. To turn off the DHCP  
server, select “Off” and click “Apply Changes”.  
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4. IP Pool  
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The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment to the  
computers on your network. The default is 2–100 (99 computers). If you  
want to change this number, you can do so by entering a new starting  
and ending IP address and clicking on “Apply Changes”. The DHCP server  
can assign 100 IP addresses automatically. This means that you cannot  
specify an IP address pool larger than 100 computers. For example,  
starting at 50 means you have to end at 150 or lower so as not to  
exceed the 100-client limit. The starting IP address must be lower in  
number than the ending IP address.  
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5. Lease Time  
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The length of time the DHCP server will reserve the IP address for  
each computer. We recommend that you leave the lease time set to  
“Forever”. The default setting is “Forever”, meaning that any time a  
computer is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server, the IP address  
will not change for that particular computer. Setting lease times  
for shorter intervals such as one day or one hour frees IP addresses  
after the specified period of time. This also means that a particular  
computer’s IP address may change over time. If you have set any of the  
other advanced features of the Router such as DMZ or client IP filters,  
these are dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not  
want the IP address to change.  
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6. Local Domain Name  
The default setting is “Ativa”. You can set a local domain name (network  
name) for your network. It is not necessary to change this setting unless  
you have a specific naming requirement. You can name the network  
anything you want such as “MY NETWORK”.  
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Viewing the DHCP Client List Page  
You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are connected  
to your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of the computer, the  
host name (2) (if the computer has been assigned one), and the MAC address  
(3) of the computer’s network interface card (NIC). Pressing the “Refresh” (4)  
button will update the list. If there have been any changes, the list will  
be updated.  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4)  
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings  
Clicking on the header of the “Wireless” tab will take you to the “Wireless”  
header page. From this page, the Router’s wireless radio can be enabled or  
disabled (the default setting is enabled). Under the “Wireless” tab, there are  
links that allow you to make changes to the wireless network settings.  
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Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID)  
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To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set  
Identifier) is used. The default SSID of the Router is “Ativa54g”. You can  
change this to anything you want to or you can leave it unchanged. If  
there are other wireless networks operating in your area, you will want  
to make sure that your SSID is unique (does not match that of another  
wireless network in the area). To change the SSID, type in the SSID that  
you want to use in the “SSID” field (1) and click “Apply Changes” (2). The  
change is immediate. If you make a change to the SSID, you may also need  
to reconfigure your wireless-equipped computers to connect to your new  
network name. Refer to your wireless network adapter’s documentation for  
information on making this change.  
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Using the Wireless Mode Switch  
Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes:  
“g and b”, “g only”, and “b only”. The different modes are  
explained on the next page.  
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g and b Mode  
In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless  
clients simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and ensures  
successful operation with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. If you have a mix  
of 802.11b and 802.11g clients in your network, we recommend setting the  
Router to g and b mode. This setting should only be changed if you have a  
specific reason to do so.  
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g only Mode  
g only mode works with 802.11g clients only. This mode is recommended  
only if you want to prevent 802.11b clients from accessing your network. To  
switch modes, select the desired mode from the “Wireless Mode” drop-down  
box. Then, click “Apply Changes”.  
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b only Mode  
We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very specific  
reason to do so. This mode exists only to solve unique problems that  
may occur with some 802.11b client adapters and is NOT necessary for  
interoperability of 802.11g and 802.11b standards.  
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When to use b only Mode  
In some cases, older 802.11b clients may not be compatible with 802.11g  
wireless. These adapters tend to be of inferior design and may use older  
drivers or technology. Switching to this mode can solve problems that  
sometimes occur with these clients. If you suspect that you are using a  
client adapter that falls into this category of adapters, first check with the  
adapter vendor to see if there is a driver update. If there is no driver update  
available, switching to b only mode may fix your problem. Please note that  
switching to b only mode will decrease 802.11g performance.  
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Changing the Wireless Channel  
There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the  
United States and Australia, there are 11 channels. In the United Kingdom  
and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other  
countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Router is configured  
to operate on the proper channels for the country you reside in. The default  
channel is 11 (unless you are in a country that does not allow channel 11).  
The channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks  
operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel  
that is different than the other wireless networks. For best performance,  
use a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless  
network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then  
set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel, select the  
channel from the drop-down list. Click “Apply Changes”. The change  
is immediate.  
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Using the Broadcast SSID Feature  
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.  
For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID. Doing so  
will keep your network name hidden from computers that are scanning for the  
presence of wireless networks. To turn off the broadcast of the SSID, remove  
the check mark from the box next to “Broadcast SSID”, and then click “Apply  
Changes”. The change is immediate. Each computer now needs to be set to  
connect to your specific SSID; an SSID of “ANY” will no longer be accepted.  
Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information  
on making this change.  
Protected Mode Switch  
As part of the 802.11g specification, Protected mode ensures proper operation  
of 802.11g clients and access points when there is heavy 802.11b traffic in  
the operating environment. When Protected mode is ON, 802.11g scans for  
other wireless network traffic before it transmits data. Therefore, using this  
mode in environments with HEAVY 802.11b traffic or interference achieves  
best performance results. If you are in an environment with very little—or  
no—other wireless network traffic, your best performance will be achieved  
with Protected mode OFF.  
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Securing your Wi-Fi® Network  
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Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your  
wireless network and protect your data from prying eyes and ears. This  
section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At  
the time of this User Manual’s publication, there are three encryption  
methods available.  
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Name  
64-bit Wired  
Equivalent  
Privacy  
128-bit Wired  
Equivalent Privacy Access-TKIP  
Wi-Fi Protected  
Wi-Fi Protected  
Access-AES  
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Acronym  
Security  
64-bit WEP  
Good  
128-bit WEP  
Better  
WPA-TKIP  
Best  
WPA-AES  
Best  
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Features  
Static keys  
Static keys  
Dynamic key  
encryption  
and mutual  
authentication  
Dynamic key  
encryption  
and mutual  
authentication  
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Encryption  
keys based on than 64-bit  
RC4 algorithm WEP using a  
(typically  
40-bit keys)  
More secure  
TKIP (temporal  
key integrity  
protocol) added  
so that keys  
are rotated and  
encryption is  
strengthened  
AES (Advanced  
Encryption  
Standard)  
does not  
cause any  
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key length of  
104 bits plus  
24 additional  
bits of system-  
generated data  
throughput loss  
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WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)  
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a common protocol that adds security  
to all Wi-Fi-compliant wireless products. WEP was designed to give  
wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a  
comparable wired network.  
64-Bit WEP  
64-bit WEP was first introduced with 64-bit encryption, which includes  
a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data  
(64 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 64-bit as 40-bit  
encryption. Shortly after the technology was introduced, researchers found  
that 64-bit encryption was too easy to decode.  
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128-Bit WEP  
As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure  
method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes  
a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128  
bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as  
104-bit encryption.  
Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both  
64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that  
only supports 64-bit WEP. All Ativa wireless products will support both 64-bit  
and 128-bit WEP.  
Encryption Keys  
After selecting either the 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption mode, it is critical  
that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent  
throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless networking devices will be  
unable to communicate with one another on your network and you will not be  
able to successfully communicate within your network.  
You can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in  
a passphrase in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a key. A  
hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and  
0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you must enter 10 hex keys. For 128-bit WEP, you must  
enter 26 hex keys.  
For instance:  
AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key  
C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key  
The WEP passphrase is NOT the same as a WEP key. Your Router uses this  
passphrase to generate your WEP keys, but different hardware manufacturers  
might have different methods on generating the keys. If you have multiple  
vendors’ equipment in your network, the easiest thing to do is to use the hex  
WEP key from your Router or access point and enter it manually into the hex  
WEP key table in your Router’s configuration screen.  
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WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)  
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WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to  
improve upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers  
and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support WPA.  
These updates will be found on the wireless vendor’s website. There are two  
types of WPA security, WPA-PSK (no server) and WPA (with radius server).  
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WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the  
network key. A network key is basically a password that is between eight  
and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or  
characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network.  
Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment.  
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For a list of Ativa wireless products that support WPA, please visit our  
website at www.ativasupport.com.  
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Sharing the Same Network Keys  
Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your  
network working, you must activate WEP or WPA and make sure your  
wireless networking devices are sharing the same network key.  
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The Wireless G Desktop Card cannot access the network because it  
is using a different network key than the network key that is configured on the  
Wireless G Router.  
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Using a Hexadecimal Key  
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A hexadecimal key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and  
0–9. 64-bit keys are five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13  
two-digit numbers.  
For instance:  
AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key  
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C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key  
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In the boxes below, make up your key by writing in two characters between  
A–F and 0–9 in each box. You will use this key to program the encryption  
settings on your Router and your wireless computers.  
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Note to Mac users: Original Apple® AirPort® products support  
64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or  
128-bit encryption. Please check your product to see which version you are  
using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try  
64-bit encryption.  
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WEP Setup  
64-Bit WEP Encryption  
1. Select “WEP” from the “Security” menu’s “Allowed Client Type”.  
2. Select “64-bit” as the WEP mode.  
3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key  
by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in  
“Passphrase”, then type in your passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to  
generate four different hex keys.  
A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from  
A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you must enter 10 hex keys.  
For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key  
4. Select the “Default Key ID” from the drop-down menu.  
WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless G Router or access point  
from a computer with a wireless client, you must ensure that security is  
turned ON for this wireless client. If this is not done, your client will lose its  
wireless connection.  
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128-Bit WEP Encryption  
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Note to Mac users: The passphrase option will not operate with Apple  
AirPort. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption  
using the manual method described in the next section.  
1. Select “WEP” from the “Security” menu’s “Allowed Client Type”.  
2. Select “128-bit” as the WEP mode.  
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3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key  
by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in  
“Passphrase”, then type in your passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to  
generate four different hex keys.  
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A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from  
A–F and 0–9. For 128-bit WEP, you must enter 26 hex keys.  
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For instance: C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key  
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4. Select the “Default Key ID” from the drop-down menu.  
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WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless G Router or access point  
from a computer with a wireless client, you must ensure that security is  
turned ON for this wireless client. If this is not done, your client will lose its  
wireless connection.  
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Changing the Wireless Security Settings  
Your Router is equipped with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), the latest  
wireless security standard. It also supports the legacy security standard,  
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). By default, wireless security is disabled. To  
enable security, you must first determine which standard you want to use.  
To access the security settings, click “Security” on the “Wireless” tab.  
WPA Setup  
Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and  
software that support it. At the time of this User Manual’s publication, a  
security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft®. This patch  
works only with the Windows XP operating system. You must download the  
latest driver for your Ativa Wireless G Notebook Card from the Ativa support  
site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsoft’s  
patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Ativa  
802.11g products.  
WPA uses a so-called pre-shared key as the security key. A pre-shared key  
is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a  
combination of letters, numbers, and other characters. Each client uses the  
same key to access the network. Typically, this mode will be used in a  
home environment.  
WPA2 is the second generation of WPA, offering a more advanced  
encryption technique over WPA.  
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Setting WPA/WPA2  
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1. Select “WPA/WPA2” or “WPA2 only” from the “Allowed Client Type”.  
2. Select “Pre-shared key” as the authentication type.  
3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and  
can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all  
of the clients that you set up. This pre-shared key will allow users full  
access to your network including shared files and printers.  
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4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match  
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these settings.  
5. Enter your pre-shared key for guest access. This can be from eight to  
63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This guest pre-  
shared key allows users only Internet access.  
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6. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match  
these settings depending on the type of access you want them to have.  
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Setting up WPA for Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook  
Cards that are NOT Manufactured by Ativa  
If you do NOT have an Ativa Wireless G Notebook Card and it is not equipped  
with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called  
“Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available for free  
download.  
Please note: The file that Microsoft has made available works only with  
Windows XP. Other operating systems are not supported at this time.  
Important: You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer  
supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver  
from their support site.  
Supported Operating Systems:  
• Windows XP Professional  
• Windows XP Home Edition  
Setting up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to  
use WPA-PSK  
In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure you are using the Windows Wireless Network  
Utility by doing the following:  
1. Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network Connections”.  
2. Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection Properties”, and  
select “Properties”.  
3. Clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following screen.  
Ensure the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box  
is checked.  
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4. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and  
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you will see the following screen.  
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5. For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under  
“Network Authentication”.  
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Note: Select “WPA” if you are using this computer to connect to a  
corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a  
radius server. Please consult your network administrator for  
further information.  
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6. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Data Encryption”. This setting will have to  
be identical to the Router that you set up.  
7. Type your encryption key in the “Network key” box.  
Important: Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63  
characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be  
used on all of the clients that you set up.  
8. Click “OK” to apply settings.  
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Using the Access Point Mode  
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.  
The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point.  
Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server.  
In Access Point (AP) mode, the Router will need to be configured with an  
IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you  
will bridge to. The default IP address is 192.168.2.254 and subnet mask is  
255.255.255.0. These can be customized for your need.  
1. Enable the AP mode my selecting “Enable” in the “Use as Access Point  
only” page. When you select this option, you will be able to change the  
IP settings.  
2. Set your IP settings to match your network. Click “Apply Changes”.  
3. Connect a cable from the WAN port on the Router to your  
existing network.  
The Router is now acting as an access point. To access the Router’s  
Web-Based Advanced User Interface again, type the IP address you specified  
into your browser’s navigation bar. You can set the encryption settings, MAC  
address filtering, SSID, and channel normally.  
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Configuring the Firewall  
Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from  
a wide array of common hacker attacks including:  
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• IP Spoofing  
• SYN flood  
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• Land Attack  
• UDP flooding  
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• Ping of Death (PoD)  
• Tear Drop Attack  
• Denial of Service (DoS)  
• ICMP defect  
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• IP with zero length  
• RIP defect  
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• Smurf Attack  
• Fragment flooding  
• TCP Null Scan  
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The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack  
networks. These ports appear to be “Stealth”, meaning that for all intents and  
purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker. You can turn the firewall  
function off if needed; however, it is recommended that you leave the  
firewall enabled. Disabling the firewall protection will not leave your network  
completely vulnerable to hacker attacks, but it is recommended that you  
leave the firewall enabled.  
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Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings  
The “Virtual Servers” function will allow you to route external (Internet)  
calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or  
other applications through your Router to your internal network. Since your  
internal computers are protected by a firewall, computers outside your  
network (over the Internet) cannot get to them because they cannot be  
“seen.” A list of common applications has been provided in case you need to  
configure the “Virtual Server” function for a specific application. You will need  
to contact the application vendor to find out which port settings you need.  
Entering Settings into the Virtual Server  
To enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal  
(server) machine, the port(s) required to pass, select the port type (TCP or  
UDP), and click “Apply Changes”. Each inbound port entry has two fields with  
five characters maximum per field that allows a start and end port range, e.g.  
[xxxxx]-[xxxxx]. For each entry, you can enter a single port value by filling in  
the two fields with the same value (e.g. [7500]-[7500]) or a wide range of ports  
(e.g. [7500]-[9000]). If you need multiple single port values or a combination of  
ranges and a single value, you must use multiple entries up to the maximum of  
20 entries (e.g. 1. [7500]-[7500], 2. [8023]-[8023], 3. [9000]-[9000]). You can only  
pass one port per internal IP address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a  
security risk. You can enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended  
that you disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.  
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Setting Client IP Filters  
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The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or  
other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a  
single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers.  
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To restrict Internet access to a single computer, for example, enter the IP  
address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields (1).  
Next, enter “80” in both the port fields (2). Select “Both” (3). Select “Block”  
(4). You can also select “Always” to block access all of the time. Select the  
day to start on top (5), the time to start on top (6), the day to end on the  
bottom (7), and the time to stop (8) on the bottom. Select “Enable” (9). Click  
“Apply Changes”. The computer at the IP address you specified will now be  
blocked from Internet access at the times you specified. Note: Be sure you  
have selected the correct time zone under “Utilities> System Settings>  
Time Zone”.  
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Setting MAC Address Filtering  
The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you  
to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer  
attempting to access the network that is not specified in the filter list will be  
denied access. When you enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address  
of each client (computer) on your network to allow network access to each.  
(1)  
(2)  
(3) Not shown, scroll down  
to the bottom of the  
page to click “Apply  
Changes”.  
To enable this feature, select “MAC Address Filtering” and click “Enable” (1).  
Next, enter the MAC address of each computer on your network by clicking  
in the space provided (2) and entering the MAC address of the computer  
you want to add to the list. Click “Add” (3), then “Apply Changes” to save the  
settings. You can have a MAC-address-filtering list of up to 32 computers.  
Note: You will not be able to delete the MAC address of the computer you  
are using to access the Router’s administrative functions (the computer you  
are using now).  
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Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)  
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The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network to  
be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the firewall is  
causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing  
application. Use this feature on a temporary basis. The computer in the DMZ  
is NOT protected from hacker attacks.  
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Note: If your ISP subscription provides you with additional public (WAN) IP  
addresses, additional computers can be placed outside the firewall provided  
each computer uses a different public (WAN) IP.  
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To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP  
field and select “Enable”. Click “Apply Changes” for the change to take effect.  
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WAN Ping Blocking  
Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential victims on  
the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from  
the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be  
there. The Router can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from  
the outside. This heightens the level of security of your Router.  
(1)  
To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping” (1) and click “Apply  
Changes”. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping.  
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Utilities Tab  
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This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform  
certain administrative functions.  
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Restarting the Router  
Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins  
working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any  
of your configuration settings.  
Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation  
1. Click the “Restart  
Router” button.  
2. The following message  
will appear. Click “OK”.  
3. The following message  
will appear. Restarting  
the Router can take  
up to 25 seconds. It is  
important not to turn off  
the power to the Router  
during the restart.  
4. A 25-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches  
zero, the Router will be restarted. The Router’s home page should appear  
automatically. If not, type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into  
the navigation bar of your browser.  
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Restoring Factory Default Settings  
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Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the factory  
(default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before  
you restore all of the defaults.  
1. Click the “Restore  
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Defaults” button.  
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2. The following message  
will appear. Click “OK”.  
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3. The following message  
will appear. Restoring  
the defaults includes  
restarting the Router.  
It can take up to 25  
seconds. It is important  
not to turn the power to  
the Router off during  
the restart.  
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4. A 25-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the  
countdown reaches zero, the Router’s defaults will be restored. The  
Router’s home page should appear automatically. If it does not, type in  
the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of  
your browser.  
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Saving a Current Configuration  
You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving your  
configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost or  
changed. It is recommended that you back up your current configuration  
before performing a firmware update.  
1.  
Click “Save”. A window  
called “File Download”  
will open. Click “Save”.  
2. A window will open that  
allows you to select the  
location where you want  
to save the configuration  
file. Select a location.  
You can name the file  
anything you want, or  
use the default name  
“Config”. Be sure to name  
the file so you can locate  
it yourself later. When  
you have selected the  
location and name of the  
file, click “Save”.  
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3. When the save is  
complete, you will see  
the following window.  
Click “Close”.  
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The configuration is  
now saved.  
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Restoring a Previous Configuration  
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This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration.  
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1. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the  
location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a  
“.bin”. Locate the configuration file you want to restore and  
double-click on it.  
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2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”.  
3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 35 seconds for the  
configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”.  
4. A 35-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the  
countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be restored.  
The Router’s home page should appear automatically. If not, type in  
the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of  
your browser.  
Updating the Firmware  
From time to time, Ativa may release new versions of the Router’s firmware.  
Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems  
that may exist. When Ativa releases new firmware, you can download the  
firmware from the Ativa update website and update your Router’s firmware  
to the latest version.  
Searching for a New Version of Firmware  
From http://www.ativasupport.com, type in the Ativa part number  
“AWGR54” in the “Search” field. Click “Search”.  
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Downloading a New Version of Firmware  
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You will now be taken to the download page of “AWGR54 Firmware update  
- North America”.  
1. To download the new version of firmware, click the download  
logo ( ).  
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2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want  
to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything  
you want, or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place  
where you can locate it yourself later.  
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Note: We suggest saving this to your desktop to make it easy to locate  
the file. When you have selected the location, click “Save”.  
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3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window.  
Click “Close”.  
The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow  
the next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”.  
Updating the Router’s Firmware  
1. In the “Firmware Update”  
page, click “Browse”. A  
window will open that  
allows you to select the  
location of the  
firmware update file.  
2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select the file by  
double-clicking on the file name.  
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3. The “Update Firmware”  
box will now display  
the location and name of  
the Afirmware file  
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you just selected.  
Click “Update”.  
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4. You will be asked if you  
are sure you want to  
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continue. Click “OK”.  
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5. You will see one more  
message. This message  
tells you that the Router  
may not respond for as  
long as one minute as  
the firmware is loaded  
into the Router and the  
Router is rebooted.  
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Click “OK”.  
6. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the  
countdown reaches zero, the Router’s firmware update will be  
complete. The Router’s home page should appear automatically. If not,  
type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation  
bar of your browser.  
The firmware update is complete.  
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Changing System Settings  
The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator  
password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on and  
off the NAT function of the Router.  
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password  
The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for  
greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it  
in a safe place, as you will need it if you need to log into the Router in the future.  
It is also recommended that you set a password if you plan to use the remote  
management feature of your Router.  
Changing the Login Time-Out Setting  
The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you can  
be logged into the Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. The timer  
starts when there has been no activity. For example, you have made some  
changes in the advanced setup interface, then left your computer alone  
without clicking “Logout”. Assuming the time-out is set to 10 minutes, then  
10 minutes after you leave, the login session will expire. You will have to log  
into the Router again to make any more changes. The login time-out option  
is for security purposes and the default is set to 10 minutes.  
Note: Only one computer can be logged into the Router’s Web-Based  
Advanced User Interface at one time.  
Setting the Time and Time Zone  
The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Protocol  
(SNTP) server. This allows the Router to synchronize the system clock to the  
global Internet. The synchronized clock in the Router is used to record the  
security log and control client filtering. Select the time zone that you reside  
in. If you reside in an area that observes daylight saving, then place a check  
mark in the box next to “Automatically Adjust Daylight Saving”. The system  
clock may not update immediately. Allow at least 15 minutes for the Router  
to contact the time servers on the Internet and get a response. You cannot  
set the clock yourself.  
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Enabling Remote Management  
Before you enable this advanced feature of your Ativa Router, MAKE SURE  
YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote management  
allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings from anywhere on the  
Internet. There are two methods of remotely managing the Router. The first  
is to allow access to the Router from anywhere on the Internet by selecting  
“Any IP address can remotely manage the Router”. By typing in your WAN  
IP address from any computer on the Internet, you will be presented with  
a login screen where you need to type in the password of your Router. The  
second method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage  
the Router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method,  
enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the Router from in the  
space provided and select “Only this IP address can remotely manage the  
Router”. Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED  
that you set your administrator password. Leaving the password empty will  
potentially open your Router to intrusion.  
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Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation)  
Note: This advanced feature should be modified by advanced users only.  
Network Address Translation (NAT) is the method by which the Router  
shares the single IP address assigned by your ISP with the other computers  
on your network and is enabled by default. NAT should only be disabled  
if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or you need NAT disabled for  
an advanced system configuration. If you have a single IP address and you  
turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access the  
Internet. Other problems may also occur. Turning off NAT will disable your  
firewall functions.  
Enabling/Disabling UPnP  
UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your  
Ativa Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging,  
video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some  
applications require the Router’s firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate  
properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports. An application that is  
UPnP-compliant has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically “telling”  
the Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The Router ships with the  
UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that are UPnP-compliant,  
and wish to take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature.  
Simply select “Enable” in the “UPnP Enabling” section of the “Utilities” page. Click  
“Apply Changes” to save the change.  
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Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update  
This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to automatically  
check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available.  
When you log into the Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface, the Router will  
perform a check to see if new firmware is available. If so, you will be notified.You can  
choose to download the new version or ignore it. The Router ships with this feature  
enabled. If you want to disable it, select “Disable” and click “Apply Changes”.  
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Manually Configuring Network Settings  
In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need  
to change your PC’s TCP/IP settings to DHCP.  
Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 2000, NT, or XP  
1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”.  
2. Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon (Windows  
2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP).  
3. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” associated with your network  
adapter and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu.  
4. In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click “Internet  
Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click the “Properties” button. The following screen  
will appear:  
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(2)  
(3)  
5. If “Use the following IP address” (2) is selected, your Router will need to  
be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in  
the table below. You will need to enter this information into the Router.  
6. If not already selected, select “Obtain an IP address automatically” (1) and  
“Obtain DNS server address automatically” (3). Click “OK”.  
Your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the Router.  
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Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me  
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1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties”  
from the drop-down menu.  
2. Select “TCP/IP -> settings” for your installed network adapter. You will  
see the following window.  
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3. If “Specify an IP address” is selected, your Router will need to be set  
up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the  
table below. You will need to enter this information into the Router.  
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4. Write in the IP address and subnet mask from the “IP  
Address” tab (3).  
5. Click the “Gateway” tab (2). Write the gateway address down  
in the chart.  
6. Click the “DNS Configuration” tab (1). Write the DNS address(es)  
in the chart.  
7. If not already selected, select “Obtain IP address automatically” in the  
“IP Address” tab. Click “OK”.  
Restart the computer.When the computer restarts, your network  
adapter(s) are now configured for use with the Router.  
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Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST  
using these steps. You can also use these steps to add computers to your  
Router after the Router has been set up to connect to the Internet.  
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Manually Configuring Network Settings  
Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X  
1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon.  
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2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu.  
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3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the  
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Network menu.  
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4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure:” (4), you should see  
“Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (5) to  
make sure that “Connect using PPPoE” is NOT selected. If it is, you will  
need to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your  
user name and password.  
5. If “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up  
for a static IP connection type. Write the address information  
in the table below. You will need to enter this information into  
the Router.  
6. If not already selected, select “Using DHCP” next to “Configure:” (4),  
then click “Apply Now”.  
Your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the Router.  
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Recommended Web Browser Settings  
In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web  
browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the  
Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser’s settings to  
the recommended settings in this section.  
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1. Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.  
2. In the “Internet Options” screen, there are three selections: “Never dial  
a connection”, “Dial whenever a network connection is not present”,  
and “Always dial my default connection”. If you can make a selection,  
select “Never dial a connection”. If you cannot make a selection, go to  
the next step.  
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3. Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and select  
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“LAN Settings…”.  
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4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed  
options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration  
script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then click “OK” again in  
the “Internet Options” page.  
Netscape® Navigator® 4.0 or Higher  
1. Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”.  
2. In the “Preferences” window, click on “Advanced” then select “Proxies”.  
In the “Proxies” window, select “Direct connection to the Internet”.  
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Problem:  
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Installation CD does not automatically start.  
Solution:  
If the CD-ROM does not start the Easy Install Wizard automatically,  
it could be that the computer is running other applications that are  
interfering with the CD drive.  
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1. If the Easy Install Wizard screen does not appear within 15-20  
seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the “My  
Computer” icon that is located on your desktop.  
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2. Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive that the Easy Install Wizard  
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Software CD has been placed in to start the installation.  
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3. The Easy Install Wizard should start within a few seconds. If, instead, a  
window appears showing the files on the CD, double-click on the icon  
labeled “EasyInstall.exe”.  
4. If the Easy Install Wizard still does not start, reference the section  
titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 76 of this User  
Manual) for an alternate setup method.  
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Problem:  
The Easy Install Wizard cannot find my Router.  
Solution:  
If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Router during the  
installation process, please check the following items:  
1. If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Router during the  
installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed  
on the computer attempting to access the Internet. Examples of third-  
party firewall software are ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee  
Personal Firewall, and Norton Personal Firewall.  
If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, please make  
sure that you properly configure it. You can determine if the firewall  
software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If,  
while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you will  
need to change the firewall settings to function properly when it is  
turned on.  
Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your  
firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow  
Internet access.  
2. Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power  
back into the Router. Ensure that the Router’s Power light is on; it  
should be solid blue. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is  
correctly connected to the Router and plugged into a wall outlet.  
3. Ensure that you have a cable (use the cable included with the Router)  
connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the  
computer and (2) one of the LAN ports, labeled “1” through “4”, on the  
back of the Router.  
Note: The computer should NOT be connected to the port labeled  
“Internet/WAN” on the back of the Router.  
4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer, then rerunning the Easy  
Install Wizard.  
If the Easy Install Wizard is still unable to find the Router, reference  
the section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for  
installation steps.  
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Problem:  
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The Easy Install Wizard cannot connect my Router to the Internet.  
Solution:  
If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to connect the Router to the Internet,  
please check the following items:  
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1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Easy Install Wizard. If  
the troubleshooting screen does not open automatically, click on the  
“Troubleshoot” button in the lower, right-hand corner of the Easy Install  
Wizard window.  
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2. If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure that you have  
typed in your user name and password correctly. Some user names  
require that the ISP’s domain be at the end of the name. Example:  
“myname@myisp.com”. The “@myisp.com” part of the user name may  
need to be typed as well as your user name.  
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If you continue to have no Internet connection, reference the section  
titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 76 of this User  
Manual) for an alternate setup method.  
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Problem:  
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The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my web browser  
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I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router’s “WAN” light is off  
and the “Connected” light is blinking.  
Solution:  
If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “WAN” light is off, and the  
“Connected” light is blinking, the problem may be that your modem and  
Router are not connected properly.  
1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Router is  
connected. We strongly recommend using the cable that was supplied  
with your cable or DSL modem for this purpose. The cable should be  
connected at one end to the Router’s “Internet/WAN” port, and at the  
other end to the network port on your modem.  
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2. Unplug the cable or DSL modem from its power source for three  
minutes. After three minutes, plug the modem back into its power  
source. This may force the modem to properly recognize  
the Router.  
3. Unplug the power to your Router, wait 10 seconds, and then reconnect  
the power. This will cause the Router to reattempt communication with  
the modem.  
If the “WAN” light on the Router is not lit after completing these steps,  
please contact Ativa Technical Support.  
4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer.  
Problem:  
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The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my web browser  
doesn’t work.  
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I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router’s “WAN” light is on  
and the “Connected” light is blinking.  
Solution:  
If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “WAN” light is on, and the  
“Connected” light is blinking, the problem may be that your connection type  
may not match the ISP’s connection.  
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If you have a “static IP address” connection, your ISP must assign  
you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Please refer to  
the section entitled “Alternate Setup Method” for details on changing  
this setting.  
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If you have a “PPPoE” connection, your ISP will assign you a user name  
and password and sometimes a service name. Make sure the Router  
connection type is configured to PPPoE and the settings are entered  
properly. Please refer to the section entitled “Alternate Setup Method”  
for details on changing this setting.  
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You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific  
requirements of your ISP.  
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If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these settings,  
please contact Ativa Technical Support.  
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The Easy Install Wizard completed, but my web browser  
doesn’t work.  
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I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “WAN” light on my Router is  
blinking and the “Connected” light is solid.  
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Solution:  
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If the “WAN” light is blinking and the “Connected” light is solid, but you are  
unable to access the Internet, there may be third-party firewall software  
installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet. Examples of  
third-party firewall software are ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee  
Personal Firewall, and Norton Personal Firewall.  
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If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, please make  
sure that you properly configure it. You can determine if the firewall  
software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If, while  
the firewall is disabled and Internet access works properly, you will need to  
change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on.  
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Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your  
firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow  
Internet access.  
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If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall  
software, please contact Ativa Technical Support.  
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Problem:  
I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.  
Solution:  
If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer,  
please do the following:  
1. Look at the lights on your Router. Your Ativa Router’s lights should be as  
follows:  
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The “Power” light should be on.  
The “Connected” light should be on and not blinking.  
The “WAN” light should be either on or blinking.  
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2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system  
tray at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen. If you are also  
using an Ativa Wireless G Card or Adapter with this Router, the tray icon  
should look like this [place image here] (the icon may be red or green):  
3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of  
wireless card you have; however, any of the utilities should have a list of  
“Available Networks”—those wireless networks it can connect to.  
Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results?  
Yes, my network name is listed—go to the troubleshooting solution titled  
“I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name  
is listed”.  
No, my network name is not listed—go to the troubleshooting solution  
titled “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is  
not listed”.  
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Problem:  
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I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name  
is listed.  
Solution:  
If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please  
follow the steps below to connect wirelessly:  
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1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available  
Networks” list.  
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2. If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will need to  
enter the network key. For more information regarding security, see the  
section entitled “Securing your Wi-Fi Network” in this User Manual.  
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3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower, left-hand corner of  
your screen should turn green, indicating a successful connection to  
the network.  
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I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is  
not listed.  
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Solution:  
If the correct network name is not listed under “Available Networks” in  
the wireless configuration utility, please attempt the following  
troubleshooting steps:  
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1. Temporarily move your computer, if possible, five to 10 feet away from  
the Router. Close the wireless configuration utility, and reopen it. If the  
correct network name now appears under “Available Networks”, you  
may have a range or interference problem. Please see the suggestions  
discussed in the section titled “Placement of your Router for Optimal  
Performance” in this User Manual.  
2. Using a computer that is connected to the Router through a network  
cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that “Broadcast SSID” is enabled.  
This setting is found on the Router’s wireless “Channel and SSID”  
configuration page.  
If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these  
steps, please contact Ativa Technical Support.  
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Problem:  
My wireless network performance is inconsistent.  
Data transfer is sometimes slow.  
Signal strength is poor.  
I am having difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private  
Network (VPN) connection.  
Solution:  
Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the  
throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance  
between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation  
(metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions such as walls and  
metal appliances. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless  
devices will be between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed  
may decrease as you move farther away from the Router or access point.  
In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest  
temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet away from  
the Router.  
Changing the Wireless Channel - Depending on local wireless traffic and  
interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve  
performance and reliability. The default channel the Router is shipped with  
is channel 11. You may choose from several other channels depending on  
your region (see the section titled “Changing the Wireless Channel” on page  
43 for instructions on how to choose other channels).  
Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate  
can help improve the maximum wireless range and connection stability.  
Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change  
this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open “Network Connections”  
and double-click on your wireless card’s connection. In the “Properties”  
dialog, select the “Configure” button on the “General” tab (Windows 98  
users will have to select the wireless card in the list box and then click  
“Properties”), then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the rate property.  
Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless  
transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when  
the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are  
more stable.  
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Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one  
for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be  
acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless  
card’s user manual.  
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Solution:  
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network coverage throughout large homes or offices:  
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Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively double  
the coverage area of your wireless network. An access point is typically  
placed in the area not currently covered by your Wireless G Router, and  
is connected to the Router using either an Ethernet cable or through  
your home’s power lines using two Powerline Ethernet Adapters.  
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Problem:  
I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on  
an Ativa Wireless Router.  
Solution:  
1. Log into your Wireless Router.  
Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless Router.  
(The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your Router by clicking on  
the “Login” button in the top, right-hand corner of the screen. You will  
be asked to enter your password. If you never set a password, leave the  
password field blank and click “Submit”.  
Click the “Wireless” tab on the left of your screen. Select the  
“Encryption” or “Security” tab to get to the security settings page.  
2. Select “128-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.  
3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can type in your hex  
WEP key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the “Passphrase”  
field and click “Generate” to create a WEP key from the passphrase.  
Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all of your clients  
to match these settings. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of  
numbers and letters from A—F and 0—9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to  
enter 26 hex keys.  
For example:  
C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key  
4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the Wireless Router is now  
set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to  
be configured with the same security settings.  
WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless Router from a computer with  
a wireless client, you will need to ensure that security is turned  
on for this wireless client. If this is not done, you will lose your  
wireless connection.  
Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit  
encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or  
128-bit encryption. Please check your Apple AirPort product to see  
which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with  
128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption.  
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Problem:  
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I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on  
an Ativa client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter).  
Solution:  
The client card must use the same key as the Wireless G Router or access  
point. For instance, if your Wireless Router or access point uses the key  
00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the  
exact same key.  
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1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless  
Network Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view  
and configure more options of your client card.  
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2. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Ativa Wireless LAN Utility  
will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced  
features of the Ativa client card.  
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3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name  
from the “Available Networks” list and click the “Properties” button.  
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4. Under “Data Encryption”, select “WEP”.  
5. Ensure the box “The key is provided for me automatically” at the bottom  
is unchecked. If you are using this computer to connect to a corporate  
network, please consult your network administrator if this box needs to  
be checked.  
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7. Type your WEP key in the “Network key” box.  
Important: A WEP key is a combination of numbers and letters from A-F  
and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This network key  
needs to match the key you assign to your Wireless G Router or access  
point.  
For example:  
C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key  
8. Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings.  
If you are NOT using an Ativa wireless client card, please consult the  
manufacturer’s user manual for that wireless client card.  
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Problem:  
Do Ativa products support WPA?  
Solution:  
Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and  
software that support it. At the time of this publication, a security patch  
download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with  
the Windows XP operating system.  
Download the patch here:  
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-  
ce2b-47a4-abec-274845dc9e91&displaylang=en  
You also need to download the latest driver for your Ativa Wireless  
Notebook Card from the Ativa support site. Other operating systems are not  
supported at this time. Microsoft’s patch only supports devices with WPA-  
enabled drivers such as Ativa 802.11g products.  
Download the latest driver at www.ativasupport.com for the  
following products:  
AWGNA54, AWGUA54, AWGR54  
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Problem:  
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I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on  
an Ativa Wireless Router or for a home network.  
Solution:  
1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK  
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(no server)”.  
2. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will have  
to be identical on the clients that you set up.  
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3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and  
can be letters, numbers, symbols, or spaces. This same key must be used  
on all of the clients that you set up. For example, your PSK might be  
something like: “Smith family network key”.  
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4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match  
these settings.  
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Problem:  
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security  
on an Ativa client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a  
home network.  
Solution:  
Clients must use the same key that the Wireless G Router or access  
point uses. For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in  
the Wireless G Router or access point, the clients must also use that  
same key.  
1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless  
Network Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view  
and configure more options of your client card.  
2. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Ativa Wireless LAN Utility  
will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced  
features of the Ativa client card.  
3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name  
from the “Available Networks” list and click the “Properties” button.  
4. Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK (no server)”.  
5. Type your WPA key in the “Network key” box.  
Important: WPA-PSK is a combination of numbers and letters from  
A-Z and 0-9. For WPA-PSK, you can enter eight to 63 characters. This  
network key needs to match the key you assign to your Wireless G  
Router or access point.  
6. Click “OK”, then “Apply” to save the settings.  
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Problem:  
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I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on  
an Ativa client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a business.  
Solution:  
1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless  
Network Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view  
and configure more options of your client card.  
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2. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Ativa Wireless LAN Utility  
will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced  
features of the Ativa client card.  
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3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name  
from the “Available Networks” list and click the “Properties” button.  
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4. Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA”.  
5. In the “Authentication” tab, select the settings that are indicated by  
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your network administrator.  
6. Click “OK”, then “Apply” to save the settings.  
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Problem:  
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security and I  
am NOT using an Ativa client card for a home network.  
Solution:  
If you are NOT using an Ativa Wireless G Notebook Card and it is not  
equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called  
“Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available  
for free download:  
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/search.aspx?displaylang=en  
Note: The file that Microsoft has made available works only with Windows  
XP. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. You also need to  
ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that you have  
downloaded and installed the latest driver from their support site.  
Supported Operating Systems:  
• Windows XP Professional  
• Windows XP Home Edition  
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Enabling WPA-PSK (no server)  
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1. In systems running Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel >  
Network Connections”.  
2. Right-click on the “Wireless Networks” tab. The “Wireless Network  
Connection Properties” screen appears. Ensure the “Use Windows to  
configure my wireless network settings” box is checked.  
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3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button, and  
you will see the client card properties screen.  
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4. For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under  
“Network Administration”.  
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5. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption”. This setting will  
have to be identical to the Wireless G Router or access point that  
you set up.  
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6. Type in your encryption key in the “Network key” box.  
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Important: Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63  
characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key  
must be used on all of the clients that you set up.  
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7. Click “OK” to apply settings.  
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Information  
Technical Support  
You can find technical support information at http://www.ativasupport.com  
through the tech-support area. If you want to contact technical support by  
phone, please call:  
US: 1-866-91-ATIVA (1-866-912-8482)  
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Information  
FCC Statement  
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR  
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY  
We, Ativa, of 2200 Old Germantown Rd., Del Ray Beach, FL 33445,  
declare under our sole responsibility that the product,  
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AWGR54  
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to which this declaration relates,  
complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject  
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause  
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.  
The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency  
exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a manner that  
the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When  
connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be placed in such  
a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation.  
In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure  
limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm  
(8 inches) during normal operation.  
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Federal Communications Commission Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,  
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.  
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
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Modifications  
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this  
device that are not expressly approved by Ativa may void the user’s authority to  
operate the equipment.  
Ativa 1-Year Limited Product Warranty  
Ativa warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for one  
year. If a defect is discovered, Ativa will, at its option, repair or replace the product  
at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation  
charges prepaid, to the authorized Ativa dealer from whom you purchased the  
product. Proof of purchase may be required.  
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse,  
misuse, or misapplication; if the product has been modified without the written  
permission of Ativa; or if any Ativa serial number has been removed or defaced.  
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL  
OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ATIVA SPECIFICALLY  
DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT  
LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
No Ativa dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification,  
extension, or addition to this warranty.  
ATIVA IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR UNDER ANY OTHER  
LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS, DOWNTIME,  
GOODWILL, DAMAGE TO OR REPROGRAMMING OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM  
OR DATA STORED IN, OR USED WITH, ATIVA PRODUCTS.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages or exclusions of implied warranties, so the above limitations or exclusions  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights that vary from state to state.  
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www.ativasupport.com  
Ativa Tech Support  
US: 1-866-91-ATIVA (1-866-912-8482)  
© 2006 Ativa. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed.  
Apple, AirPort, Mac, Mac OS, and AppleTalk are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and  
other countries.Windows, NT, and Microsoft are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  
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