Compaq Network Card CP 2E User Manual

Compaq iPAQ  
Connection Point CP-2E  
User Guide  
287449-001  
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Compaq, the Compaq logo, iPAQ, and Connection Point are trademarks of Compaq  
Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other  
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Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained  
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iPAQ Connection Point CP-2E User Guide  
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Introduction  
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1  
Share a Single High-Speed Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1  
Ethernet Networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2  
Security and Advanced Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2  
What's in the Box?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2  
What Else Do I Need? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4  
What's in Front? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5  
What's in Back? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6  
Installation and Configuration  
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1  
Connecting to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2  
Connecting to Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2  
Powering Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3  
Client PC Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3  
Configuring Windows 98 and ME Clients. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4  
Setting Up Connection Point CP-2E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7  
Using the Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7  
Choosing the Internet Connection Method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7  
Dynamic Internet IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8  
Configuring Dynamic Internet IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9  
Static Internet IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9  
PPPoE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10  
Configuring PPPoE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11  
Timezone Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12  
Administrator Password Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13  
Confirming Successful Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–14  
Installing the Firmware Update Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15  
Registering the Connection Point CP-2E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–16  
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Adding PCs To Your Network  
Ethernet PCs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1  
Adding Ethernet PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1  
Windows XP Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2  
Configuring the Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2  
Windows 2000 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5  
Configuring the Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5  
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Windows NT4.0 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8  
Configuring the Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8  
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Connection Point CP-2E Home Page  
Home Page Information Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1  
Management Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2  
Quick Setup Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2  
System Info Icon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2  
LAN Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3  
Internet Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4  
Event Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6  
Renew Internet IP Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7  
Help/Troubleshooting Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7  
Firmware Update Icon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7  
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Advanced Setup Icons  
Accessing Advanced Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1  
System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1  
Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1  
Resetting to Factory Default. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2  
Timezone Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4  
Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4  
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4  
Changing the Subnet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–5  
MAC Spoofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–6  
DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–7  
Designating a DMZ Host. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–7  
Virtual Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8  
Adding a Virtual Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–9  
Packet Filtering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–10  
Enabling Packet Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–11  
Adding an IP Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–12  
Adding Port Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–13  
DHCP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–14  
Changing DHCP Server Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–15  
Reserved IP Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–15  
Adding a Reserved IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–16  
Excluded IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–17  
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BOOTPIP Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–19  
Adding a BOOTP IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–19  
Static Routing Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–21  
Adding a Static Route. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–21  
SMTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–23  
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System Recovery  
Using the Firmware Update Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1  
Restore Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–2  
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Troubleshooting  
Regulatory Compliance  
Federal Communications Commission Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1  
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1  
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1  
Declaration of Conformity for products marked with the FCC logo -  
United States only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2  
A Appendix A: Specifications  
B Appendix B: MAC Address Manual Identification  
Identify Media Access Control (MAC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1  
For Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1  
For Windows 98 and ME PCs: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–2  
For Windows 2000 PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–3  
Accessing Security Configuration Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–3  
G Glossary  
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Introduction  
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Introduction  
Congratulations! As the owner of a new Compaq iPAQ Connection Point  
CP-2E, you are taking advantage of the most advanced network  
technology available to manage your home or small office network. The  
iPAQ Connection Point will be the focal point of your network, providing  
secure broadband Internet connectivity to all of your networked  
computers and devices.  
This guide is designed to help you:  
> Understand the networking features of your iPAQ Connection Point  
CP-2E  
> Install the product correctly  
> Find additional information, as needed  
Features and Benefits  
Share a Single High-Speed Internet Connection  
> Network address translation (NAT) allows a single public IP  
address to be shared across many devices  
> DHCP server automatically provides up to 253 IP addresses on the  
local area network  
> Supports dynamic IP, static IP, and PPPoE connections via an  
external DSL or cable modem, providing high-speed Internet  
access (up to 50 times faster than a 56K modem)  
> MAC Spoofing makes connection easy to those ISPs that register  
MAC addresses  
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Ethernet Networking  
> Built-in 4-port Fast Ethernet switch connects up to four PCs with  
Ethernet cables for high-speed data transmission (up to 100 Mbps),  
enhancing gaming and audio/video streaming  
> Auto-sensing 10/100 ports automatically configure to 10Mbps or  
100Mbps Ethernet transmissions  
> Auto-sensing MDI/MDI-X cabling automatically configures for  
use with normal or crossover Ethernet cables  
Security and Advanced Management  
> NAT firewall hides local PCs from external hackers by translating  
IP addresses from public to private local addresses  
> Secure VPN pass-through allows users to tunnel into a corporate  
network from behind the Connection Point CP-2E firewall  
> Internet protocol and port filtering enable you to block or allow  
data based on individual protocols or ports  
> Web DMZ allows an IP address to be set up outside the firewall for  
web page serving or other services  
> Virtual server enables a virtual port for such services as FTP,  
while the host device remains behind the firewall  
> Internal web-based management pages allow you to manage and  
configure the Connection Point CP-2E through a web browser for  
easy access and navigation  
> NTP allows CP-2E to track events based upon your time zone.  
What's in the Box?  
> Connection Point CP-2E  
> An Ethernet cable  
> An AC-to-12VDC power adapter  
> A Quick Setup Guide  
> iPAQ Connection Point CP-2E Utilities CD containing the  
following:  
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Firmware Update Utility to update your Connection Point  
CP-2E with the latest firmware or repair the system in the  
case of failure  
Product Registration option walks you through the  
registration of your Connection Point CP-2E to help ensure  
that you get support information for this product  
Connection Point CP-2E User Guide that provides detailed  
information regarding the configuration and use of your  
Connection Point CP-2E  
Safety and Comfort Guide that provides information about  
personal safety and comfort  
> A limited warranty booklet  
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What Else Do I Need?  
To use the Connection Point CP-2E, you need:  
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> Microsoft Windows 98/98SE, NT 4.0, 2000, ME, XP or higher  
> A CD-ROM drive  
> An external cable or DSL modem with an RJ45 Ethernet port  
> Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher, Netscape Navigator 6 or higher, or  
MSN Explorer  
> One network adapter for each PC  
— Ethernet: Any 10Mbps or 100Mbps compatible Ethernet adapter.  
> Additional Ethernet equipment:  
— The Connection Point CP-2E comes with a built-in four-port  
Ethernet switch, so you can connect up to four PCs without  
purchasing an additional hub or switch. More than four Ethernet  
PCs will require an additional hub or switch.  
— Ethernet cabling to connect each PC to the Connection Point  
CP-2E. Use Category 3 cabling or better for 10 Mbps, Category 5  
cabling or better for 100 Mbps.  
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What's in Front?  
Before you begin installation, familiarize yourself with your Connection  
Point CP-2E.  
Your Connection Point CP-2E has the following LED indicators:  
Item Description  
Significance  
Power LED  
Steady indicates power on  
1
Test LED  
Steady indicates self test in progress  
Off indicates normal operation  
2
Internet link LED  
Steady indicates valid Internet link  
Blinking indicates data transmission  
Steady indicates Fast Ethernet connection  
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Internet act LED  
LAN 100 LED  
LAN link/act LED  
Steady indicates valid Ethernet link  
Blinking indicates Ethernet activity  
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What's in Back?  
The Connection Point CP-2E has the following components on the back.  
Item Description  
Function  
Power input  
Power adapter connector  
1
(DC12v 1.2A)  
RJ 45 (1-4)  
Individual Ethernet LAN ports  
2
RJ 45 (Internet)  
Ethernet port for broadband Internet  
connection  
3
Reset button  
Used to manually restart the Connection  
Point CP-2E  
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Installation and Configuration  
Installing and configuring the Connection Point CP-2E involves the  
following steps:  
> Installing the Connection Point CP-2E hardware  
> Configuring a PC client  
> Running the Installation Wizard  
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Configure the Connection Point CP-2E Internet connection  
Establish a unique user name and password  
Note: If you forget your user name and password, you will be unable to  
modify the Connection Point setup. It is advisable to record your  
user name and password and store in a secure location.  
> Installing the firmware update utility  
> Registering the Connection Point CP-2E  
In this chapter, you will find step-by-step instructions to help you  
complete the installation and configuration quickly and easily.  
Installation  
First, you must establish the physical connections between your  
Connection Point CP-2E and:  
> The Internet  
> Your PC  
> A power source  
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Connecting to the Internet  
1. Power down your broadband (cable or DSL) modem.  
2. Disconnect the existing Ethernet cable from PC. Leave the other end  
of the cable connected to your modem. 1  
3. Connect the existing cable to the port labeled Internet on the back of  
the Connection Point CP-2E. 2  
Connecting to Your PC  
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1. Plug one end of the supplied Ethernet cable into the port labeled 1 on  
the back of the Connection Point CP-2E. 1  
2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the  
PC. 2  
Powering Up  
1. Plug the power adapter into an AC power outlet. 1  
2. Connect the output of the power adapter to the 12V DC power input  
on the rear of the Connection Point CP-2E. 2  
The Power LED on the front panel should light up immediately.  
The Connection Point CP-2E runs a series of self-tests to verify that it is  
operating properly. The Test LED on the front panel remains lit while the  
self-tests are running. The Connection Point CP-2E is ready to use when  
the Test LED turns off.  
Client PC Configuration  
The configuration procedure for Windows 98 and ME clients is described  
below.  
Note: The configuration procedure for Windows XP, 2000 and NT4.0 are  
described in Chapter 3, Adding PCs to Your Network.  
The Connection Point CP-2E automatically provides the following  
TCP/IP configuration information to your PC:  
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> IP address of the PC  
> Subnet mask of the PC  
> IP address of default gateway, which is the IP address of the DHCP  
server itself  
> Domain name system (DNS) server  
Note: If your PC provides Internet access to other computers on your network,  
you must uninstall your Internet sharing software now in order for your  
Connection Point to be the Internet sharing device.  
You may also wish to uninstall the Internet sharing software from other PCs  
on the network for consistency and to avoid confusion.  
Configuring Windows 98 and ME Clients  
To configure other clients, refer to Chapter 3.  
1. From the taskbar, select Start > Settings > Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window is displayed.  
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2. Double-click the Network icon. The Network window is displayed.  
3. In the list of installed network components on the Configuration tab,  
double-click TCP/IP. If more than one TCP/IP entry is listed, select  
the entry for the network adapter you will use to connect to the  
Connection Point CP-2E. The TCP/IP Properties window is  
displayed.  
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4. Click the IP Address tab.  
5. Click the Obtain an IP address automatically radio button.  
6. Click OK. The Network window is displayed again.  
7. Click OK.  
8. Restart the PC to complete the process.  
Note: You must restart your PC before continuing, even if you are not prompted to  
reboot.  
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Setting Up Connection Point CP-2E  
To set up your Connection Point CP-2E you will use a web browser such  
as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Communicator.  
Using the Installation Wizard  
1. Open a web browser.  
2. Type cp.home into the Address field and press Enter. You may also  
type in the base address, which is 192.168.1.1. The Quick Setup  
Wizard will begin.  
Choosing the Internet Connection Method  
Connection Point will automatically attempt to connect to the Internet. If  
connection is established, proceed to the Timezone setup section. If  
connection is not established, perform the following procedures:  
1. On the Connection Method screen, if you are unsure of which method  
to use, click I’m not sure. A Help screen appears giving you  
additional information to assist in your selection.  
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2. Click Yes on the Connection Method screen. Choose the appropriate  
Internet Connection Method:  
> Dynamic Internet IP: This is the default setting for the  
Connection Point CP-2E. If your internet service provider (ISP)  
automatically assigns you a public IP address (common among  
cable providers) or if you are unsure of the other options, select this  
option.  
> Static Internet IP: If your ISP provided you with a static IP  
address, select this option.  
> PPPoE: The point-to-point over Ethernet (PPPoE) connection is  
the most likely choice for DSL service. A PPPoE user name and  
password must be provided to you by your ISP.  
Dynamic Internet IP  
This setting configures your Connection Point CP-2E to automatically  
obtain an IP address from your ISP. This is the most common setting, and  
should be used unless your ISP provided specific instructions for use of a  
static IP address or point-to-point protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE).  
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Configuring Dynamic Internet IP  
1. Click the Dynamic Internet IP. The Dynamic Internet IP page is  
displayed.  
2. If your ISP requires a specific domain name or computer name to be  
used when you establish a connection, type the required domain or  
computer name into the Domain Name or Computer Name field, as  
appropriate. Otherwise, leave these fields blank.  
3. If your ISP requires you to specify the IP address of its  
primary/secondary DNS server(s), click the Manual radio button,  
then type the IP address(es) for the DNS servers into the fields below  
the radio buttons. Otherwise, leave these fields blank.  
4. Click Next. The Reboot dialog box is displayed. The Connection  
Point CP-2E must be rebooted for applied changes to take effect.  
Static Internet IP  
This setting configures your Connection Point CP-2E to use a static  
(fixed) IP address to access the Internet. The static IP address is provided  
to you by your ISP.  
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Configuring Static Internet IP  
1. Click the Static IP. The Static Internet IP page is displayed.  
2. Type the static IP address provided by your ISP into the Internet IP  
Address field.  
3. Type the subnet mask provided by your ISP into the Subnet Mask  
field.  
4. Type the IP address of the default gateway provided by your ISP into  
the Default Gateway field.  
5. Type the IP address of a primary DNS server provided by your ISP  
into the DNS Server 1 field. If an address for a secondary DNS server  
is provided, type that into the DNS Server 2 field.  
6. Click Next. The Reboot dialog box is displayed. The Connection  
Point CP-2E must be rebooted for applied changes to take effect.  
PPPoE  
This setting configures your Connection Point CP-2E to connect to a DSL  
service using PPPoE. A PPPoE password is provided by your ISP.  
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Configuring PPPoE  
1. Click the PPPoE. The PPPoE page is displayed.  
2. Type your ISP user name into the User Name field.  
3. Type your ISP password into the Password field.  
4. Type your ISP password into the Confirm Password field.  
Note: The above three entries are required, and may be case-sensitive.  
5. If a service name is required by your ISP, type the service name into  
the Service Name field. Otherwise, leave the field blank.  
6. If your ISP requires you to specify the IP address of a DNS server,  
click the Manual radio button and type the IP address into the DNS  
Server 1 field. If there is a second DNS server IP address, type it into  
the DNS server 2 field.  
7. Click Next. The Reboot dialog box is displayed. The Connection  
Point CP-2E must be rebooted for applied changes to take effect.  
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Timezone Setup  
1. On the Timezone Setup screen, select the appropriate timezone from  
the pulldown menu.  
2. Click the checkbox to activate Daylight Savings time compensation  
functionality. Enter appropriate Daylights Savings time start and end  
dates for your locale using the pulldown menus.  
3. Click Next.  
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Administrator Password Settings  
The default Administrator login name is “admin” and the default  
administrator password is left blank. To ensure the security of your  
network, a unique administrator login name and password should be  
entered.  
1. Type desired Administrator Login Name, Administrator Login  
Password into the appropriate field. Confirm password in the  
Confirm Password field.  
Note: Do not use cut and paste operations in the Confirm Password field.  
2. Click Next.  
3. The Congratulations! You have completed the Quick Setup  
Wizard screen appears. Your Connection Point will reboot  
automatically.  
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Confirming Successful Setup  
After your Connection Point reboots, the Home Page appears.  
1. On the web browser toolbar, click on the Refresh icon.  
2. If Internet Connection Status reads Connected in green print, your  
setup has been successful. If Internet Connection Status does not read  
Connected in green letters, click the Refresh button on your web  
browser. If still not connected, proceed to Step 3.  
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3. If your connection status reads Disconnected in red print, click on the  
Help icon to troubleshoot configuration problems. If the problem  
continues, it is possible that your ISP is tracking a MAC address.  
Please refer to Chapter 5 for a full discussion of MAC Spoofing.  
Installing the Firmware Update Utility  
The Connection Point CP-2E firmware update utility enables you to  
repair the system in case of failure.  
It is recommended that you install the utility during initial set-up.  
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1. Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive of a network PC. The menu is  
displayed.  
2. Click Install Firmware Update Utility.  
3. Follow the instructions presented by the Update Utility Wizard.  
Registering the Connection Point CP-2E  
You can register your new iPAQ Connection Point CP-2E at  
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Adding PCs To Your Network  
Once you have set up the Connection Point CP-2E, you can add more PCs  
to your Connection Point CP-2E network. PC client configuration for  
Windows XP, 2000 and NT 4.0 are included in this chapter. Refer to your  
operating system’s online help for instructions to set up file sharing.  
Ethernet PCs  
The Connection Point CP-2E has a built-in 4-port 10/100 Ethernet switch.  
Any of the Ethernet LAN ports can be connected to a computer that has  
an Ethernet adapter installed. Each of the four Ethernet LAN ports  
supports auto-sensing of MDI or MDI-X (crossover) connections. You  
can connect the Connection Point CP-2E directly to personal computers  
or indirectly through an Ethernet hub or switch. The Connection Point  
CP-2E automatically determines the type of cable connection and  
configures itself accordingly.  
Adding Ethernet PCs  
1. Use an Ethernet cable to connect your PC to the next available  
Ethernet port on the Connection Point CP-2E.  
2. Find the TCP/IP settings for the Ethernet client-adapter on your PC  
and verify that it is set to obtain an IP address automatically.  
Instructions for Windows 98 and ME are found in Chapter 2.  
Instructions for various Microsoft operating systems are found below.  
3. Restart the PC to complete the process.  
Note: You must restart your PC before continuing, even if you are not prompted to  
reboot.  
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Windows XP Configuration  
Windows XP automatically configures itself to connect to CP-2E. If you  
are having problems connecting to the network, verify the client setup by  
following the steps below.  
Configuring the Client  
1. From the taskbar, select Start > Control Panel. The Control Panel  
window is displayed.  
2. Double-click the Network Connections icon. The Network  
Connections window is displayed.  
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3. Double-click the icon for the individual connection you wish to  
configure. The Network Connection Status window is displayed.  
4. Click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window is  
displayed.  
5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the list. Components  
checked are used by this connection.  
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6. Click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window  
is displayed.  
7. Click the Obtain an IP address automatically radio button.  
8. Click the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio button.  
9. Click OK. The Network Connection Properties window is displayed.  
10. Click OK.  
11. Restart the PC to complete the process.  
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Windows 2000 Configuration  
Configuring the Client  
1. From the taskbar, select Start > Settings > Control Panel. The  
Control Panel window is displayed.  
2. Double-click the Network and Dial-Up Connections icon. The  
Network and Dial-Up Connections window is displayed.  
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3. Double-click the Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area  
Connection Status window is displayed.  
4. Click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window is  
displayed.  
5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the list. Components  
checked are used by this connection.  
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6. Click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window  
is displayed.  
7. Click the Obtain an IP address automatically radio button.  
8. Click the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio button.  
9. Click OK. The Local Area Connection Properties window is  
displayed.  
10. Click OK. The Local Area Connection Status window is displayed.  
11. Click OK.  
12. Restart the PC to complete the process.  
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Windows NT4.0 Configuration  
Configuring the Client  
1. From the taskbar, select Start > Settings > Control Panel. The  
Control Panel window is displayed.  
2. Double-click the Network icon. The Network window is displayed.  
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3. Select TPC/IP Protocol and click Properties.The TCP/IP Properties  
window is displayed.  
4. Click the Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server radio button.  
5. Click OK. The Network window is displayed again.  
6. Click OK.  
7. Restart your PC to put the change into effect.  
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Connection Point CP-2E Home Page  
The Connection Point CP-2E home page is accessed using your computer  
Internet browser (Windows IE, Netscape Navigator, etc.). The Home Page  
is a centralized point to access all of your system information, manage  
network configuration settings and provide help and useful information  
whenever you need it. To access the Home Page:  
1. Open a web browser.  
2. Type cp.home into the Address field and press Enter. You may also  
type in the base address, which is 192.168.1.1.  
Home Page Information Bar  
The Information Bar on the bottom of the Home Page contains Internet  
connection settings and status, Local Network connection settings and  
status, and Version information about your CP-2E.  
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Management Icons  
The Management Icons are shortcuts to all of your configuration and  
connection settings. When using the icons, you are required to enter your  
Admin Login and Admin Password to change any settings of your CP-2E.  
Quick Setup Icon  
The Quick Setup Icon accesses the initial setup screens to configure  
Internet connection method, SSID, WEP encryption, timezone setup and  
Administrator Login and Password settings. Refer to Chapter 2 for a  
complete discussion of these screens.  
System Info Icon  
The internal web pages provide system information to help you  
understand the operating status and network configuration of your  
Connection Point CP-2E.  
General Information  
This page displays hardware and software version information, as well as  
the status of the LAN and Internet connections.  
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Hardware Version: Displays the hardware version of your Connection  
Point CP-2E.  
Software Version: Displays the version of the software installed on the  
Connection Point CP-2E. This changes whenever you install a software  
upgrade.  
Current Time: Displays current time based upon timezone.  
Time since last boot: Displays the time that has elapsed since the  
Connection Point CP-2E was last started.  
LAN Status  
LAN MAC Address: Displays the Ethernet MAC address of the LAN  
interface of the Connection Point CP-2E. A MAC address is expressed in  
six 2-digit hexadecimal number pairs.  
IP Address: Displays the IP address of the local LAN interface of the  
Connection Point CP-2E. This IP address is also used as the LAN  
gateway address and DNS server address.  
Subnet Mask: Displays the local subnet mask of the LAN interface of the  
Connection Point CP-2E. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.  
DHCP: Displays the status (enabled or disabled) of the internal DHCP  
server.  
DHCP Start Address: Displays the first IP address in the DHCP  
allocation pool. The internal DHCP server allocates IP addresses to client  
computers with the start address as the low end of the address range.  
DHCP End Address: Displays the last IP address in the DHCP  
allocation pool. The internal DHCP server allocates IP addresses to client  
computers with the end address as the high end of the range.  
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Internet Status  
MAC Address: Displays the Ethernet MAC address of the Internet  
interface of the Connection Point CP-2E. A MAC address is expressed  
with six 2-digit hexadecimal number pairs. You may have to provide this  
value to your ISP to establish a connection to the Internet (especially for  
certain cable ISPs).  
IP Address: Displays the IP Address of the CP-2E as seen by devices  
outside your network (including your ISP and other devices on the  
Internet). The IP address is provided by your ISP.  
Subnet Mask: Displays the local subnet mask of the internet interface of  
the Connection Point. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.  
Gateway: Displays the IP address of the current internet gateway. The  
gateway address is provided by your ISP.  
DNS Server 1: Displays the IP address of the primary domain name  
server for internet access. The DNS address is provided by your ISP.  
DNS Server 2: Displays the IP address of the secondary domain name  
server for Internet access. The DNS address is provided by your ISP.  
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Network Information  
This page displays the IP address of the internal DHCP server. It also lists  
the hostname, LAN IP address and MAC address for each PC on the  
LAN.  
> Click Refresh to update the list and display any changes that may  
have occurred.  
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Event Log  
This screen displays a list of operating events and exceptions (in  
chronological order) that have occurred during the operation of the  
Connection Point CP-2E since last started. Each event is listed with a time  
stamp to indicate when the event or exception occurred.  
The event log records such occurrences as:  
> System restart (power-on or reboot)  
> Failure to get an IP address from the DHCP server of the ISP  
> Failure to log in to a PPPoE connection (usually due to an incorrect  
user name or password)  
> Attempts to access your network from the Internet  
> DHCP Request Information  
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Renew Internet IP Icon  
The Renew Internet IP Icon accesses the functionality for quickly  
requesting a new IP address from your ISP. This is occasionally necessary  
when access to your ISP has been interrupted and you can no longer  
connect to the Internet.  
Help/Troubleshooting Icon  
The Help/Troubleshooting Icon accesses the online help pages of the  
CP-2E.  
Firmware Update Icon  
The Firmware Update icon accesses the Update utility.  
Locate and download the latest firmware update from the  
www.compaq.com/athome/support website and save it in a temporary  
folder.  
1. Click the Firmware Update icon.  
2. Click the Update button. If you are updating from a CD or  
downloaded file, use the Browse button. Select the file from the  
Choose file screen, then click OK.  
Note: For a full discussion of using the Firmware Utility for System Recovery, refer  
to Chapter 7.  
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Advanced Setup Icons  
The Advanced Setup icon allows you to perform configuration and  
maintenance tasks.  
Accessing Advanced Configuration  
Options  
1. Click the Advanced Setup icon  
.
System Settings  
Password  
The default login name for the Connection Point CP-2E is admin, with the  
password field left blank.  
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Note: You should change the administrator's user name and password from the  
default setting immediately for security reasons. Make note of the new user  
name and password so that you can access the Management Icons of the  
Connection Point CP-2E in the future.  
1. To change the default user name, type a new user name into the  
Administrator Login Name field.  
2. To set a password, type the new password once into the  
Administrator Login Password field, and again into the Confirm  
Password field.  
Note: Passwords are case-sensitive. Each time you log in, you must use upper  
and lower-case letters exactly as you entered them when you created the  
password.  
3. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
4. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
Resetting to Factory Default  
This procedure restores all factory defaults to the Connection Point  
CP-2E. Any configuration changes you have made will be lost.  
1. On the Connection Point CP-2E Homepage, click Reset Factory  
Defaults. A confirmation dialog box is displayed.  
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2. Click OK. The default factory settings are restored. A Changes Saved  
message is displayed.  
3. Click OK.  
4. Click the Reboot button at the left. A confirmation message is  
displayed.  
5. Click OK. The system restarts, then resumes operation with the new  
configuration.  
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Timezone Setup  
For a full discussion of the Timezone setup, please refer to Chapter 2.  
Internet  
For a full discussion of the Internet Connection method setup, please refer  
to Chapter 2.  
LAN  
The LAN page allows you to adjust the TCP/IP settings of the Connection  
Point CP-2E.  
The default network IP address of the Connection Point CP-2E is  
192.168.1.1. This IP address is also the default gateway and DNS server  
that local clients use to access the Internet, leaving 253 IP addresses to be  
assigned to LAN computers by the DHCP server.  
You can change the IP address of the LAN interface on the Connection  
Point CP-2E. You can also change the subnet mask, but if you do, you  
must ensure that the new subnet includes the addresses your DHCP server  
uses.  
Note: If you choose a LAN interface subnet that doesn't include the current range  
of the DHCP server, the DHCP server is automatically disabled. The current  
DHCP server range is listed at the bottom of the page (DHCP Start Address  
and DHCP End Address).  
MAC Address: Displays the Ethernet Media Access Control (MAC)  
address of the LAN interface on the Connection Point CP-2E. It is  
expressed in six 2-digit hexadecimal number pairs (set at the factory)  
and cannot be changed.  
LAN IP Address: Displays the current IP address assigned to the  
LAN interface on the Connection Point CP-2E. The IP address is  
written in dotted decimal notation (four octets separated by decimal  
points). This IP address serves as the DNS server/relay and the  
default gateway for computers on the local network.  
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Subnet Mask: Displays the subnet mask that determines which parts  
of the IP address are used in the packet routing process. The default  
subnet mask of the LAN interface on the Connection Point CP-2E is  
255.255.255.0. The first three octets of the subnet mask are  
unchangeable. A zero entry for the fourth octet defines a full Class C  
local network. You can scale the network down from a full Class C by  
entering a number other than zero in the fourth octet in the mask.  
Changing the Subnet  
1. Click the LAN link at the left. The LAN page is displayed.  
2. To change the IP address of the LAN interface, type new octets into  
the LAN IP Address field.  
3. To change the subnet mask, type new octets into the Subnet Mask  
field.  
4. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
5. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
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MAC Spoofing  
MAC Spoofing allows you to specify the MAC address that is presented  
to your ISP from the Connection Point. Some ISPs track the MAC address  
of devices that connect to them.  
Note: MAC (media access control) Address is a unique hardware address that  
identifies each node of a network.  
The MAC address of the PC previously connected to your ISP may be  
registered with that ISP. To avoid any connection problems, activate the  
Connection Point MAC Spoofing functionality.  
1. Ensure that the PC with the MAC Address to emulate is connected to  
your CP-2E.  
2. Open a web browser. Type cp.home into the Address field and press  
Enter. You may also type in the base address, which is 192.168.1.1.  
3. Click Advanced Setting icon.  
4. Click MAC Spoofing on the left.  
5. Click on Enable.  
6. Click Network Computer List.  
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7. Use the pulldown button in the Network Computer List field. Select  
the computer with the MAC address to emulate.  
Note: There are two methods of enabling MAC Spoofing, Manual or Network  
Computer List. Please refer to Appendix B for a full discussion of the  
Manual Identification method for a MAC address.  
8. Click Apply.  
9. Click OK. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for applied  
changes to take effect.  
10. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
11. Click Reboot. Connection Point will reboot to the Home Page.  
DMZ  
The De-Militarized Zone (DMZ) allows you to specify the IP address of  
one PC on your local network to be exposed to the Internet. This is  
commonly used for Internet gaming or video conferencing. It also opens  
potential security holes on your local network.  
Designating a DMZ Host  
1. Click the DMZ link at the left. The DMZ Host page is displayed.  
2. Select Enable in the DMZ Status field.  
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3. Select Manual or Network Computer List in the DMZ Host  
Selection Method field.  
4. If you selected Manual in Step 3, enter the IP address of the DMZ PC  
in the DMZ Host (Manual Entry) field.  
5. If you selected Network Computer List in Step 3, click the radial  
button next to the computer name of the DMZ PC in the Network  
Computer List field.  
6. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
7. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
Virtual Server  
Virtual servers allow you to redirect incoming data on a specific port to a  
server on the local network. You can configure multiple servers on your  
local network, such as HTTP and FTP servers, and make them accessible  
to users on the Internet without fully removing them from behind the  
Connection Point CP-2E firewall.  
Server Status: Displays the status of the virtual server, either enabled  
or disabled.  
Global Port: Displays the TCP or UDP port number that is visible to  
external users on the Internet. This is also known as the external port  
number. The port is mapped to a computer on your LAN.  
Local IP: Displays the IP address on the local network to which the  
incoming data from the Internet should be redirected.  
Local Port: Displays the IP port number to which incoming data is  
redirected. This port is mapped to the global port.  
Protocol: Displays the protocol used on the specified port.  
Comment: Displays a user-defined description of the virtual server.  
This field is optional.  
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Adding a Virtual Server  
1. Click the Virtual Server link at the left. The Virtual Server page is  
displayed.  
2. Use the pulldown to select Enable in the Virtual Server field.  
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3. Click Add. The Add Virtual Server Table will appear.  
4. Type or select the information you wish to add or change into the  
relevant fields.  
5. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
6. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
Packet Filtering  
Packet filtering allows you to block specific services, applications, and  
Internet locations by IP addresses and port numbers. For example, you  
can deny users access to SMTP/POP3 email services on the Internet,  
while allowing them access to Web/HTTP services. You can add new  
packet filtering rules based on the destination IP address. Packets en route  
from the LAN or private network to the WAN or public network are  
evaluated against these rules.  
Packet Filtering: Enable or disable all packet filtering processes.  
This affects IP and port filtering rules.  
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IP Rules: The IP Rules Status page shows destination IP addresses  
that are blocked. Packets that have destinations matching any of these  
addresses are discarded.  
Port Rules: The Port Rules page displays port and protocol  
combinations that are blocked. Packets of the matching port number  
and protocol type are discarded. You can add new port/protocol  
filtering combinations. Several predefined port mappings are  
included.  
Enabling Packet Filtering  
1. Click the Packet Filtering link at the left. The Packet Filtering page  
is displayed.  
2. Use the pulldown menu to select Enable in the Packet Filtering  
field.  
3. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
4. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
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Adding an IP Rule  
1. Click the IP Rules link. The IP Rules page is displayed.  
2. Click Add. The Add IP Rules page is displayed.  
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3. Type the IP address of the public network device to be filtered out into  
the Destination IP field.  
4. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
5. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
Adding Port Rules  
1. Click the Port Rules link. The Port Rules page is displayed.  
2. Click Add. The Add Port Rules page is displayed.  
3. Select the protocol (or application) from the Protocol pulldown  
menu. If you select a pre-defined protocol from the list, the  
corresponding port number and service type are automatically set.  
The Port edit box is disabled unless you choose the User-Defined  
option at the bottom of the protocol list. This allows you to enter a  
port number that is not on the pre-defined protocol list.  
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4. For user-defined protocols, select the Service Type (TCP or UDP) to  
block. This will not block all TCP or UDP traffic, just that traffic of  
the matching protocol type or port number.  
5. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
6. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
DHCP  
The Connection Point CP-2E has an integrated DHCP server that allows  
you to automatically configure TCP/IP settings on computers attached to  
the local network. The DHCP server can provide the following settings to  
PCs on the local network:  
> IP address  
> Subnet mask  
> Default gateway (which is the LAN interface IP address of  
the Connection Point CP-2E)  
> DNS server  
DHCP: Displays the status (enabled or disabled) of the integrated  
DHCP server. If you disable the integrated DHCP server, you must  
configure the TCP/IP networking settings on each of your PCs  
manually.  
DHCP Start Address: Displays the first IP address to be leased out  
by the DHCP server. The default is 192.168.1.11.  
DHCP End Address: Displays the last address to be leased out by  
the DHCP server. The default is 192.168.1.254.  
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Changing DHCP Server Settings  
1. Click the DHCP link at the left. The DHCP page is displayed.  
2. Type the information you wish to change into the relevant fields.  
3. Select IP Lease Time from pulldown list.  
4. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
5. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left of the Advanced Setup tab.  
Reserved IP Table  
The Reserved IP Table allows you to assign a specific IP address to a PC  
on your local network based on its MAC address. The DHCP server  
assigns the same IP address to the PC every time a new address is  
requested by the PC. The main page shows IPs that are mapped to specific  
MAC addresses.  
You can add reserved IP addresses; however, you must have the MAC  
address of each client PC for which you wish reserve an IP address.  
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Adding a Reserved IP Address  
1. Click the Reserved IP Table link on the left. The Reserved IP Table  
page is displayed.  
2. Click Add. The Add Reserved IP page is displayed.  
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3. Type the IP address that you wish to reserve into the IP Address  
field. The IP address you specify must be within the pool of valid IPs  
available to the integrated DHCP server.  
4. Type the MAC address of the PC on the local network for which you  
wish to reserve the specified IP address into the MAC Address field.  
Refer to Appendix B for a complete discussion of identifying MAC  
addresses.  
5. If you wish, you can type a brief description into the Comment field.  
6. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
7. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
Excluded IP Addresses  
You can exclude a specific IP address within the DHCP server leasing  
pool from being leased out. This is useful for assigning static IP addresses  
to devices on the local network. IP addresses listed in the Excluded IP  
Table are not assigned to client devices by the DHCP server.  
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Adding an Excluded IP Address  
1. Click Excluded IP Table on the left. The Excluded IP Table page is  
displayed.  
2. Click Add. The Add Excluded IP Address page is displayed.  
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3. Type the IP address that you wish to exclude into the IP Address  
field.  
4. If you wish, you can type a brief description into the Comment field.  
5. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
6. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
BOOTPIP Table  
The BOOTP IP Table allows you to reserve IP addresses for devices that  
use the BOOTP protocol for TCP/IP network configuration. These values  
are based on MAC addresses.  
You must have the MAC address of each client device for which you wish  
reserve an IP address.  
Adding a BOOTP IP Address  
1. Click BOOTP IP Table. The BOOTP IP Table page is displayed.  
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2. Click Add. The Add BOOTP IP page is displayed.  
3. Type the IP address that you wish to assign to the specified MAC  
address into the IP Address field. The IP Address you specify must  
be within the pool of valid IPs available to the integrated DHCP  
Server.  
4. Type the MAC address of the PC to which you wish to assign the  
specified IP address into the MAC Address field. Refer to Appendix  
B for a complete discussion of identifying MAC addresses.  
5. If you wish, you can type a brief description into the Comment field.  
6. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
7. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
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Static Routing Table  
The Static Routing Table defines pre-determined routes that Internet data  
packets use when they are addressed to specific destination computers.  
These entries are based on the IP address of the destination computer. It  
may be necessary to define static routes when your Connection Point  
CP-2E is connected to more than one local network, or when a site on the  
Internet cannot be reached because too many hops are needed to route the  
IP packet dynamically.  
Adding a Static Route  
1. Click the Static Routing Table link at the left. The Static Routing  
Table page is displayed.  
2. Click Add. The Add Static Routing Table page is displayed.  
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3. Type the destination IP address to which you wish to assign a  
specified route into the Network Address field.  
4. Type the subnet mask associated with the destination IP address into  
the Subnet Mask field. This determines which part of the destination  
IP address is the network portion, and which is the host portion.  
5. Type the IP address of the gateway device that is used to contact the  
destination IP address into the Gateway field. If the destination  
address is on the LAN, this gateway IP address must be in the range  
of the assigned DHCP addresses for the LAN.  
6. Select the LAN Ethernet or WAN from the Interface pulldown menu.  
If you are connecting to a local subnet, select LAN. If you are  
connecting to another computer through the internet, select WAN.  
7. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
8. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
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SMTP  
Connection Point can send an e-mail containing log events.  
1. Click on SMTP at the left. The SMTP page is displayed.  
2. Click Enable.  
3. Under the Address Info section, enter your information in the  
required fields.  
Note: Mail Server name is provided by your ISP.  
4. Under the Send Log or Alert section, enter the desired timeframe in  
which you want to recieve the e-mail.  
5. Click Apply. The Connection Point CP-2E must be rebooted for  
applied changes to take effect.  
6. Click OK. You can reboot the Connection Point CP-2E at any time by  
clicking the Reboot button at the left.  
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System Recovery  
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System Recovery  
The Connection Point CP-2E Firmware Update Utility allows you to  
perform emergency recovery in case of critical system failure.  
Using the Firmware Update Utility  
To perform emergency recovery using the Firmware Update Utility, locate  
and download the latest firmware update from the  
www.compaq.com/athome/support website and save it to a temporary  
folder. If Internet access is unavailable to obtain the latest firmware,  
the default factory firmware will automatically be used for emergency  
recovery.  
1. From the Windows taskbar, select Start>Programs>Connection  
Point>CP-2E Firmware Update Utility.The Welcome window is  
displayed.  
2. Click Next. The Firmware Update Utility detects whether a normal  
firmware update or emergency recovery is required.  
Note: If prompted for a filename, locate and select the update file.  
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System Recovery  
3. Follow the wizard directions.  
Restore Factory Defaults  
There are three ways to restore factory defaults:  
> Use the firmware update procedure described above.  
> Click the Reset Factory Defaults button on the System page of the  
Advanced Setup tab. Refer to Chapter 6 for more information.  
> Hold down the reset button on the back of the Connection Point  
CP-2E for ten seconds. Refer to Chapter 1 for the location of the  
reset button.  
Each of these procedures restores all factory defaults to the Connection  
Point CP-2E. Any configuration changes you have made will be lost.  
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Troubleshooting  
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Troubleshooting  
Symptom  
Possible Cause Solution  
Cannot  
access  
internal web  
pages.  
Connection Point Reset factory defaults: Press the reset  
CP-2E not button for 10 seconds. If this does not fix  
workingproperly. the problem, use update/recovery utility  
The 'Test' light  
stays on.  
to reinstall firmware.  
Network adapter Verify that network adapter is properly  
on PC not  
properly  
installed.  
installed and has TCP/IP bound to it.  
PC does not have For Windows 9x, select Start > Run and  
IP address.  
type winipcfg. Select the adapter that is  
connected to the Connection Point  
CP-2E. Click Release, then Renew.  
Verify that the PC gets an address in the  
appropriate range (192.168.1.xxx) and a  
subnet of 255.255.255.0 (assuming that  
the default IP of the router was not  
changed).  
For Windows 2000, open a DOS prompt.  
Type ipconfig /release and press Enter.  
Type ipconfig /renew and press Enter.  
Type ipconfig and press Enter to verify  
address.  
Proxy settings  
enabled on  
browser.  
Disable browser proxy settings.  
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Symptom  
Possible Cause Solution  
Cannot  
access  
Network cables  
not properly  
Verify that network cables are properly  
connected at both ends and that  
Connection  
Point CP-2E  
connected to the Connection Point CP-2E is  
PC or the plugged in. The Connection Point CP-2E  
configuration Connection Point act LEDs should be flickering on  
pages  
CP-2E.  
corresponding cable connections  
when PCs are on and connected.  
through an  
Ethernet  
adapter.  
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Symptom  
Possible Cause Solution  
Cannot  
Modem is not on. Turn on DSL or cable modem.  
access  
access  
Internet  
No valid IP  
address on  
Go to Connection Point CP-2E Home  
Page. Click Renew Internet IP Address  
Connection Point icon. Then, Renew Internet IP.  
CP-2E.  
(externalweb  
pages) on my  
PC through  
the  
Connection  
Point CP-2E  
(but can  
access the  
configuration  
pages).  
ISP service is  
down.  
Verify that DSL or cable modem is on  
and working properly by checking the  
modem’s LEDs. Consult modem  
documentation or ISP for information  
regarding modem status.  
Previous MAC  
address was not  
released by cable several minutes to several hours.  
or DSL modem. Contact ISP for more information.  
Reset the cable or DSL modem: unplug  
power to modem for anywhere from  
Connection Point ISP may require additional configuration  
CP-2E Internet  
settings not  
properly  
information: PPPoE account user name  
and password, DNS, device name, or  
MAC address. Contact ISP for specific  
requirements and add them to your  
configuration.  
configured.  
ISP requires MAC Refer to Chapter 5 section on MAC  
address of  
device  
Spoofing.  
connected to  
Internet.  
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Symptom  
Possible Cause Solution  
Cannot see  
other users  
on network.  
Operating  
Select Start > Run. Type  
system database \\<computername> or \\<PC IP  
that tracks  
names of  
machines has  
not been  
address> (replacing “computername”  
and “PC-IP-address” with actual  
values). Click OK.  
synchronized, or When the operating system database  
an update to the  
database is  
pending.  
updates (usually less than an hour)  
this may no longer be necessary.  
Firewall on PC  
prevents access  
Disable firewall. Connection Point CP-2E  
provides firewall protection for PCs  
to other systems connected to it.  
on network.  
Cannot  
access files  
or printers of enabled.  
other  
File and printer  
sharing not  
Open Control Panel. Double-click  
Network icon. Click Add Service.  
Select File and printer sharing. Click  
OK. Reboot as required.  
computers  
No files or  
on the  
Go to PC with resource you want to  
share. Right-click resource. Select  
Sharing. Select Share this folder or  
printer and create share name. Apply  
appropriate permissions to folder.  
printers are  
network.  
shared.  
Users not  
Open Control Panel on WIndows 2000  
PC. Double-click Users and Passwords  
icon. Add each user name that should  
have access to resources on Windows  
2000 PC.  
entered in  
Windows 2000  
user list.  
On PCs attempting to access Windows  
2000 PC, log on using one of the user  
names that was added for resource  
access on the Windows 2000 PC.  
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Regulatory Compliance  
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 and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not  
occur in a particular installation. 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 to correct  
the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
> Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
> Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
> Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from  
that to which the receiver is connected.  
> Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician  
for help.  
Modifications  
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or  
modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by  
Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user's authority to operate  
the equipment.  
Cables  
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with  
metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with  
FCC Rules and Regulations.  
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Declaration of Conformity for products marked  
with the FCC logo - United States only  
This device 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.  
For questions regarding your product, contact:  
Compaq Computer Corporation  
P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113  
Houston, Texas 77269-2000  
Or, call 1-800- 652-6672 (1-800-OK COMPAQ)  
For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact:  
Compaq Computer Corporation  
P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101  
Houston, Texas 77269-2000  
Or, call (281) 514-3333  
To identify this product, refer to the part, series, or model number found  
on the product.  
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Appendix A: Specifications  
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Appendix A: Specifications  
Standard  
features  
• NAT  
• NTP  
• SMTP  
• DHCP server (up to 253 IP addresses)  
• Supports dynamic IP, static IP and PPPoE Internet  
connections  
• Built-in 4-port Fast Ethernet switch  
• Auto Sensing 10/100 ports  
• Auto Sensing MDI/MDI-X cabling  
• Secure VPN pass-through (IPSec & PPTP)  
• Internet protocol and port filtering  
• Web DMZ  
• Virtual server  
• MAC Spoofing  
• HTML-based management pages  
Ports  
WAN Internet interface: Qty 1 -RJ 45 10Mbps (10/100  
BaseT-Ethernet)  
LAN interface: Qty 4 -RJ 45 10Mbps (10/100  
BaseT-Ethernet), MDI/MDI-X  
Environment  
Power  
Operating temperature 0 ~ 55 ° C  
Storage temperature -20 ~ 70 ° C  
Humidity (non-condensing) 5 ~ 80%  
12VDC 1.2A wall adapter  
Dimensions and  
weights  
Unit: 8.75 x 6 x 1.375 in. (1.1lbs.)  
Package: 13.563 x 7.185 x 2.563 in. (2.9 lbs.)  
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Appendix B: MAC Address Manual  
Identification  
Identify Media Access Control (MAC)  
A MAC address is a physical address that uniquely identifies each node of  
your network.  
For Windows XP  
1. Click Start>Run.  
2. In the Run dialog box, enter CMD. Click OK. The DOS Window is  
displayed.  
3. At the c: prompt, type ipconfig /all and press Enter.  
4. Locate the network adapter connected to the Connection Point CP-2E  
in the list displayed.  
5. Note the MAC address listed next to Physical Address.  
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For Windows 98 and ME PCs:  
1. Select Start > Run. The Run window is displayed.  
2. Type winipcfg into the Open field.  
3. Click OK. The IP Configuration window is displayed.  
4. Select the adapter that is connected to the Connection Point CP-2E  
from the pick list.  
5. Make note of the address listed in the Adapter Address field.  
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For Windows 2000 PCs  
1. Click Start>Run.  
2. In the Run dialog box, enter CMD. Click OK. The DOS Window is  
displayed.  
3. At the c: prompt, type ipconfig /all and press Enter.  
4. Locate the network adapter connected to the Connection Point CP-2E  
in the list displayed.  
5. Note the MAC address listed next to Physical Address.  
Accessing Security Configuration Options  
1. To access the internal web pages, type cp.home into the Address field  
of the web browser and login to your Connection Point CP-2E.  
2. Click the Advanced Setup tab.  
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Glossary  
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Glossary  
This glossary provides a brief list of commonly used technical terms and their  
definitions.  
10BaseT/100BaseT. Standard local area networking protocols, which run at  
speeds of 10Mbps and 100Mbps, respectively. Most older networks use 10BaseT,  
while newer networks use 100BaseT.  
Access point. The bridge between a wired network and wireless devices.  
Access rate. The speed at which users connect to the network. This is generally  
measured in bits per second, kilobits per second, or megabits per second.  
Adapter card. A device that provides network communication capaibilites when  
installed in a computer. Sometimes called a “network interface card.”  
Bit. A single unit of data. See byte and gigabyte.  
BOOTP (Bootstrap Protocol). An Internet protocol that allows a diskless  
workstation to discover its own IP address.  
Broadband. A high-speed connection to the Internet, typically defined as  
starting at 384 Kbps. It allows large files and rich media content (content that  
uses video, audio or complex graphics like those used in high-end computer  
games) to quickly flow across the network to and from the user's computer.  
Browser. A computer program that opens and displays Web pages, including  
Microsoft® Internet Explorer and Netscape Communicator. You need a Web  
browser to access the Web.  
Byte. On almost all modern computers, a byte is equal to 8 bits. Large amounts  
of memory are indicated in terms of kilobytes (1,024 bytes), megabytes  
(1,048,576 bytes), and gigabytes (1,073,741,824 bytes). See bit and gigabyte.  
Data stream. A sequence of digitally encoded signals used to represent  
information in transmission.  
DHCP (dynamic host configuration protocol). A protocol for assigning  
dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network that allows a device to have a  
different IP address every time it connects to the network.  
Dial-up. An Internet connection made via a telephone line.  
Download. To copy a file from a computer on the Internet to your personal  
computer. All Web pages are downloaded from the Internet. When you enter a  
URL into your Web browser, the files that accompany that URL are copied and  
sent to your computer, where they are displayed using your Web browser.  
Driver. Software that enables the operating system to recognize and operate  
devices installed in or attached to the computer, such as a printer.  
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DSL (digital subscriber line). A technology that takes advantage of standard  
copper telephone lines to provide high-speed Internet access.  
Ethernet. A local area network protocol used to connect devices within a single  
building or campus at speeds up to 10 Mbps.  
Fast Ethernet. A local area network protocol used to connect devices within a  
single building or campus at speeds up to 100 Mbps.  
Firewall. A set of related programs located at the gateway server of a network  
that protects information contained within the network from users outside the  
network (on the Internet). A company with an intranet that also allows workers to  
access to the wider Internet installs a firewall to prevent outsiders from accessing  
its data resources.  
FTP (file transfer protocol). A protocol used to send files over the Internet.  
Gateway. A combination of hardware and software that links two different types  
of networks.  
Gbps (gigabits per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or transmission  
speed. It represents a billion bits per second.  
Gigabyte. A billion bytes of data.  
HPNA. Home Phone Network Alliance.  
Hub. A common connection point for devices on a network.  
IEEE. The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. An organization of  
engineers, scientists, and students best known for developing standards for the  
computer and electronics industry.  
ISDN (integrated services digital network). A set of standards for digital  
transmission capable of carrying data, voice, and video over ordinary telephone  
copper wire as well as over other media. ISDN protocols are used worldwide for  
connections to public ISDN networks or to attach ISDN devices to ISDN-capable  
PBX systems (ISPBXs).  
Interface. A point of connection between two systems, networks, or devices.  
Internet. The world's largest computer network, which originated from a  
research effort initiated by the U.S. Government and was initially used to connect  
defense contractors and U.S. universities. Today, its nature is more commercial,  
and it is becoming the preferred method of linking business and individual  
computers to one another.  
Internet access. The physical connection between the subscriber and the nearest  
Internet access node.  
ISP (internet service provider). A single computer network, connected to the  
Internet, that provides access for individual computers to the Internet. ISPs  
provide local dial-up and broadband Internet access for personal computers.  
Intranet. A local network with internal Web servers that are accessible to  
computers in the office, but not accessible from outside the company. Many  
intranets are protected from exterior access by security devices such as firewalls.  
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IP Address. The 32-bit numeric address that identifies a computer or device on a  
TCP/IP network. An IP address is written as four numbers separated by periods.  
For example, 1.160.10.240 could be an IP address.  
IPX (internetwork packet exchange). A networking protocol used for  
connectionless communications.  
Kbps (kilobits per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or transmission  
speed representing a thousand bits per second.  
Kilobit. 1,024 bits for technical purposes, such as data storage. 1,000 for general  
purposes. Data transfer rates are measured in kilobits per second, abbreviated as  
Kbps, and count a kilo as 1,000 bits.  
Kilobytes. In decimal systems, kilo stands for 1,000, but in binary systems, a kilo  
is 1,024 (2 to the 10th power). Technically, therefore, a kilobyte is 1,024 bytes,  
but it is often used loosely as a synonym for 1,000 bytes. In computer literature,  
kilobyte is usually abbreviated as K or KB. To distinguish between a decimal K  
(1,000) and a binary K (1,024), the IEEE has suggested following the convention  
of using a small k for a decimal kilo and a capital K for a binary kilo, but this  
convention is by no means strictly followed.  
LAN (local area network). A data communications network covering a small  
area, usually within the confines of a building or floors within a building.  
Common LAN protocols are Ethernet and Token Ring.  
LED (light-emitting diode). An electronic device that lights up when electricity  
is passed through it.  
Line sharing. Allows a consumer to use his or her existing phone line for both  
normal phone service provided by the local phone company and high-speed  
digital subscriber line (DSL) Internet access through another provider.  
MAC (media access control) Address. A unique hardware address that identifies  
each node of a network.  
Mbps (megabits per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or transmission  
speed. It represents a million bits per second.  
MBps (megabytes per second). A measure of bandwidth capacity or  
transmission speed. It represents a million bytes per second.  
Megabit. When used to describe data storage, 1,024 kilobits. When used to  
describe data transfer rates, it refers to one million bits. Network speeds are often  
measured in megabits per second.  
Megabyte. When used to describe data storage, 1,048,576 bytes. Megabyte is  
frequently abbreviated as M or MB. When used to describe data transfer rates, as  
in MBps, it refers to one million bytes.  
Microsoft Windows®. A computer operating system by Microsoft Corporation,  
Modem (MOdulator/DEModulator). Equipment that converts digital signals to  
analog signals and vice versa. Modems are used to send data signals (digital) over  
the telephone network, which is usually analog.  
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NDIS (network driver interface specification). A Windows device driver  
interface that enables a single network interface card to support multiple network  
protocols.  
NetBEUI (NetBIOS enhanced user interface). An enhanced version of the  
NetBIOS protocol used by network operating systems such as LAN Manager,  
LAN Server, Windows for Workgroups, Windows 95, and Windows NT.  
NIC (network interface controller). The circuit board or other form of  
computer hardware that serves as the interface between a computer (or other  
form of data terminal equipment) and the communications network. In DSL, a  
common NIC is an Ethernet NIC, which serves as the interface to the DSL  
modem from the computer.  
Node. A processing location such as a computer or other device. Every node has  
a unique network address.  
OS (operating system). The interface that permits a person and a computer to  
“talk” to one another. Microsoft Windows, the most popular operating system,  
displays icons, menus, and dialog boxes to find out what you want. You use a  
mouse and keyboard to reply. See Microsoft Windows.  
Packet. A sub-unit of a data stream.  
Packet switched network. A network that transmits data in units called packets  
in a connectionless manner. Data streams are broken into packets at the front end  
of a transmission, sent over the best available network connection, and then  
reassembled in their original order at the destination endpoint.  
PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association).  
The organization responsible for developing the standard for small, credit  
card-sized devices, called PC Cards.  
PDF (portable document format). A file format that has captured all the  
elements of a printed document as an electronic image, which you can view,  
navigate, print, or forward to someone else. PDF files are created using Adobe  
Acrobat, Acrobat Capture, or similar products. To open the files, you need the  
free Acrobat Reader, which you can easily download. Once you have  
downloaded the reader, it starts automatically whenever you want to open a PDF  
file.  
Router. A device used to connect other devices on a network. A router provides  
intelligent paths for data to flow between devices and provides identification for  
these devices through IP addresses.  
Server. A fast, high-power computer that is used as the repository and distributor  
of data, and to control various applications. Servers can be used for a variety of  
applications including hosting websites, email databases, and other types of  
database applications.  
SPX (sequenced packet exchange). A transport layer protocol used in Novell  
Netware networks to provide connection-oriented services between two nodes on  
the network. Used primarily by client/server applications.  
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STP (Shielded Twisted Pair). A type of cable that consists of two shielded wires  
twisted around each other. It is used extensively for local area networks and  
telephone connections.  
Switch. A switch is essentially an intelligent hub. When a packet arrives at the  
switch, it looks at the packet, determines which computer the packet is directed  
to, and forwards the packet to that computer. By contrast, a hub regenerates the  
packet and broadcasts it to every computer connected through it.  
TCP/IP (transmission control protocol/Internet protocol). A networking  
protocol that provides communication across interconnected networks, between  
computers with diverse hardware architectures and various operating systems.  
TCP and IP are only two protocols in the family of Internet protocols. However,  
TCP/IP is used to denote the family of common Internet protocols.  
Telnet. Terminal emulation program for TCP/IP networks that runs on your  
computer and connects your PC to a server on the network.  
Traffic. A measure of the quantity of data transferred from one computer to  
another computer per unit of time. Traffic is normally measured in megabytes.  
Upload. To transmit files from your computer to another through a network.  
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair). A type of cable that consists of two unshielded  
wires twisted around each other. It is used extensively for local area networks and  
telephone connections.  
WLAN (wireless local area network). A type of local area network that uses  
high-frequency radio waves instead of wires to communicate.  
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