Section 1

Overview
Your wireless router is really several products built into one router: Wireless Access Point Connects your router to your laptop wirelessly and allows you to roam unfettered Supports a multitude of devices that operate with both 802.11g and 802.11b wireless communication standards Protects your wireless communications using firm WPA, 802.1X, and WEP security algorithms Supports peer-to-peer communication using Wireless Distribution System (WDS) mode Supports wired connection of up to 4 computers or devices Shares a broadband Internet (cable, DSL, or other) connection with each of your networked devices Enables you to form a Local Area Network (LAN) Firewall protects against Internet intruders NAT, IP, and MAC filtering hides your LAN IP addresses and devices from the Internet Virtual Private Network (VPN) frees you to connect to your corporate network
4-port Full Duplex 10/100 Ethernet Switch and Router

Security and Protection

Understanding Your User Guide
The User Guide is divided into the following sections: Overview Describes the router and its functions, the technology used, and the recommended methods for positioning the router. It is assumed that you will use the Installation Wizard on the CD-ROM to set up your router. If not, refer to this section for instructions on getting your router up and running. After you have completed this section, your router will be active and ready to work. Configuration Describes the Configuration Utility that manages your router. Glossary List of terms and acronyms.

Installation

Box Contents
Your box contains the following:

WR850GP WR850G

Antenna

Ethernet Cable CD-ROM

Ethernet Cable

CD-ROM

Base Station Stand

WR850G WR850GP

Power Supply Power Supply Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

Understanding Functions
Before installing your wireless router, please take a few minutes to review the wireless networking functions described in this section.

Router

Generally, routers connect two networks together. The WR850 connects your home network with the Internet, which can be thought of as a very large network. Routers provide bandwidth security by keeping data out of your home network. The routers firewall inspects each packet of data as it flows through the port before delivering it to the appropriate PC. Network Address Translation (NAT) translates one set of IP addresses, usually private, to another set, usually public. This is how your network remains protected and private on the Internet.
Local Area Network. A local area network provides a full-time, high-bandwidth connection over a limited area such as a home, building, or campus. Ethernet is the most widely used LAN standard.

Hardware setup includes: Antenna Installation: connecting the antenna to the router. Physical Installation: where you physically place your router. Electrical Connection: how to connect the power cord.

Antenna Installation

When shipped, the antenna for the WR850GP is not connected to the router. To attach the antenna to the router: Locate the antenna port on the back of the router (the threaded knob). Screw the antenna connector clockwise on to the threaded knob until firmly seated. Do not over-tighten.

Section 2

Router Physical Installation
For the WR850GP, you can install the router horizontally or vertically. The WR850G can only be installed horizontally. Either router can also be mounted on a wall. Horizontal Installation
Place the router in the desired location and follow the procedures below for connecting and configuring the router.
Vertical Installation WR850GP only
Insert the router into the supplied base. Ensure that the antennas location is on top. The routers foot slides snugly into a notch in the base to keep the router stable. Follow the installation procedures for connecting and configuring the router.
Wall Mount Installation If you mount the router on the wall, you must: Position the router as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or business communications services. Follow all local standards for installing a network interface router/network interface device (NIU/NID). If possible, mount the router to concrete, masonry, a wooden stud, or other solid wall material. Use anchors when necessary; for example if you must mount the router on drywall. To mount your router on the wall: 1 Print the Wall Mounting Template shown on this page:

5.1 [129.5mm]

The illustration is drawn at a one-to-one scale, which means that when printed, it provides the exact dimensions required to mount the router.
Click the Print icon or choose Print from the File menu to display the Print dialog box:
In both the Pages from and to fields, enter the page number on which the Wall Mounting Template appears. Be sure you print the template at 100% scale and that Fit to page is not checked in the Print dialog box. Click OK. Measure the printed template with a ruler to ensure that it is the correct size. Use a center punch to mark the center of the holes on the wall. On the wall, locate the marks for the mounting holes you just made.

WARNING!

Before drilling holes, check the structure for potential damage to water, gas, or electric lines.
Drill the holes to a depth of at least 3.8 cm (1 inches).
If necessary, seat an anchor in each hole. Use M5 x 38 mm (#10-16 x 11/2 inch) screws with a flat underside and maximum screw head diameter of 10.5 mm to mount the router. Using a screwdriver, turn each screw until part of it protrudes from the wall, as shown: There must be 4.0 mm (.16 inches) between the wall and the underside of the screw head. The maximum distance from the wall to the top of the screw head is 7.6 mm (.3 in).
7.6 mm (.3 inches) maximum
10.5 mm (.4 inches) maximum 4.0 mm
10 Remove the two plastic feet, nearest to the LED panel, from the bottom of the router to uncover the keyholes. 11 Place the router so the keyholes are above the mounting screws. 12 Slide the router down until it stops against the top of the keyhole opening. 13 Follow the installation procedures for connecting and configuring the router.
Electrical Connection to Router
Your router does not have an On/Off power switch and therefore will only be powered on by plugging in the power adapter:

To power supply

Connect the power adapter to the routers Power port, found on the back of the router. Plug the power adapter into a grounded and surge-protected power outlet. The Power LED on the front panel lights green when connected properly.

Easy Software Setup

Run the Installation Wizard program from the supplied CD-ROM to quickly set up your network. Once your network is up and running, for advanced configuration, see Section 3: Configuration.

Manual Software Setup

If youd prefer to manually set up your network, use this section to configure it. This section details the physical connection of the router to your network as well as the configuration needed by your PC. To set up your wireless network: Physically connect and power on the router Configure your PCs Enter Wireless Security settings
Wired Connection to Router
If you are connecting your PC with an Ethernet cable to the router, your PC must be installed first with an Ethernet adapter. You need two Ethernet cables for this procedure, one cable to connect the router to the modem and one cable to connect a PC to the router. 1 If you are currently running broadband to a single computer: Unplug the Ethernet cable that runs between your modem and PC from the back of your PC and plug it into the port labeled WAN on the back of your router. If you are not running broadband to a single computer: Connect an Ethernet cable to the WAN port on your router. 2 Connect the other end of the same cable to your cable or DSL modem. You have now connected the router to the modem. It may be necessary to restart your cable or DSL modem after making this connection. To connect the PC to the router, use a second Ethernet cable and connect it to the Ethernet port on your PC. Connect the other end of the same cable into one of the LAN ports on your router. You have now connected your PC to the router. To connect more devices, repeat steps 3 and 4. To configure the router, see Section 3: Configuration.

The following settings configure your router for accessing the Internet. Detailed descriptions for using the web-based utility follow this section. Log into the routers Configuration Utility. The Internet > Basic screen is displayed. Select the Connection Mode your ISP has indicated you need to use. Based on which connection type you select, different areas become inaccessible, leaving only the necessary fields active.

DHCP Configuration

The default setting for the router, DHCP is most commonly used for cable modem connections. There is no configuration necessary for this setting because the ISP automatically supplies the information. Your ISP informs you if this is the connection to use. Verify that Cable Modem (DHCP) is selected. Click Apply to save the setting.
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) setting is most commonly used for DSL modem connections. Your ISP informs you if this is the connection to use. 5 From Connection Mode, select DSL Modem (PPPoE). In the PPP User Name field, enter the PPP User Name supplied by your ISP. In the PPP Password field, enter the PPP Password supplied by your ISP. Optionally, you may have to enter the PPP Service Name into this field. Enter the information supplied by your ISP. Click Apply to save the setting. If you wish to start over, click Clear.

Static IP

If you are required to use a permanent IP address for connecting to the Internet, then select Static Assigned. Your ISP informs you if this is the connection to use. From Connection Mode, select Static Assigned. In the IP address field, enter the IP address supplied by your ISP. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the Subnet Mask supplied by your ISP. In the Default Gateway field, enter the values supplied by your ISP. In the Primary DNS field, enter the values supplied by your ISP. If necessary, enter secondary or tertiary DNS values into the Secondary or Tertiary DNS fields. Click Apply to save the setting. If you wish to start over, click Clear.
Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service commonly found in Europe. From Connection Mode, select PPTP. In the PPP User Name field, enter the PPP User Name supplied by your ISP. In the PPP Password field, enter the PPP Password supplied by your ISP. In the PPTP Client IP field, enter the PPTP Client IP address supplied by your ISP. In the PPTP Server IP field, enter the PPTP Server IP address supplied by your ISP. Click Apply to save the setting. If you wish to start over, click Clear.
Use the information in this section to modify the routers settings. For example you can customize features for your home network, change settings such as your user name or password, or view the status of the network. The screenshots seen here are intended for reference only; your version of firmware may differ slightly.

Using the Configuration Utility Logging In
1 Once the router is connected, open your web browser. In the URL field enter http://192.168.10.1 (the routers default IP address). Press the Enter key.
Enter the User ID. The default factory setting is admin. Enter the Password. The default factory setting is motorola. Once you have logged in, for security reasons you should change the User ID and Password. See below. Click Log In to enter the Routers Web-based Configuration Utility.

Section 3

Configuration

Navigation

Each of the following subsections describe the components of the routers Configuration Utility which is accessible from a web browser. These sections include:
To navigate, click on a major section and then the associated subsection. For example, to adjust the time setting, click CONTROL PANEL on the left, then the TIME tab at top on the right. The Web-based Configuration Utility uses JavaScript. Your web browsers JavaScript needs to be enabled.
Help, Restart, and Logout
Click on the appropriate command to execute the action.

Help Restart

Accesses Help. Restarts your session with the Configuration Utility. When Restart flashes, the change you have made requires that you restart the unit. For convenience, it is recommended that you finish all of your configuration changes and then restart the unit.

Logout

Logs out of the routers Configuration Utility.
Configuring Internet Settings
The Internet Settings screens enable you to configure your Internet settings:
Basic Advanced Network Diagnostic

Basic Internet Settings

After logging into the Configuration Utility, the Internet - Basic screen is displayed. It allows you to adjust basic settings for the routers Internet options. You can also access this screen by clicking Internet on the login screen.
Field or Button WAN Interface
Description Displays the status of the router: Active Inactive Your WAN link is active. Your WAN link is not active.
Disabled The WAN interface has been disabled. To enable the WAN interface, click the Advanced tab. Connection Mode The router supports four connection modes for acquiring its IP configuration settings of the WAN interface: Cable Modem (DHCP) DSL Modem (PPPoE) Static Assigned PPTP Select the appropriate connection mode for your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Connection Repair Provides connection repair information depending on the connection mode selected. For example, for DHCP, the router issues a request for a new IP address from the ISPs DHCP server. Connection Status Provides current information about the connection status of the router. Press Refresh to update the status of the router. Displays the routers IP Address used to connect to your ISP. It is either automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. For example, if DHCP is selected, this is the IP Address that your router is currently using to access the Internet. If using Static Assigned, then you would enter the IP Address here. Subnet Mask Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP.

IP Address

Field or Button Default Gateway Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically Primary DNS
Description Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Select Yes to obtain the DNS information automatically, or No to enter the information manually. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Available when PPPoE or PPTP is selected in the Connection Mode. Check with your ISP for the proper type of authentication to choose. PAP Password Authentication Protocol CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol Auto The router will offer PAP, CHAP, or None to the server, and the server will determine which PPP Authentication to use. Default setting. None No authentication used.

Secondary DNS

Tertiary DNS

Host Name

Domain Name

PPP Authentication

PPP User Name
Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP.
PPP Password PPP Password Confirm
Field or Button PPP Service Name PPP Idle Timer PPP Idle Time
Description Is either automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Click to enable PPP Idle Time. Enter the amount of time to elapse before the router automatically breaks the connection to the Internet. Enables the router to automatically reconnect to the Internet when the connection has been cut. Allows you to adjust the Maximum Transmission Unit (in bytes) for the PPP connection. Available when PPPoE or PPTP is selected. Generally, the default value should be used. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Is automatically displayed or manually entered from information provided by your ISP. Click to save your settings. Click to cancel any changes.
PPP Auto Reconnect PPP MTU

PPTP Client IP

PPTP Server IP

Apply Cancel

Advanced Internet Settings
The Internet Advanced screen allows you to adjust additional Internet settings. To access the screen, click Internet > Advanced.
Description Check to enable the link to the Internet. Disabling this feature disconnects your Internet connection. The default is enabled. Displays the default MAC address of the WAN interface. A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a piece of hardware for identification. You can find the WAN MAC address on the label on the bottom of your unit. Some ISPs require that you register the MAC address of your PCs network adapter. Your router can use the MAC address of your PCs network adapter as the routers WAN MAC address. To avoid calling your ISP and changing the MAC address that is registered with the ISP, follow these instructions: In the Cloned WAN MAC Address row, click Enable. Enter a MAC address or click one of the Learned MAC addresses and click Apply. After restarting the unit, the router will present the MAC address to the ISP you have entered here. Deselect Enable to return to the default MAC address.

Factory WAN MAC Address

Cloned WAN MAC Address
Field or Button Learned MAC Address
Description Displays the MAC addresses (wired or wireless devices) the router has already recorded. If you wish to use one of the displayed MAC addresses: 3 Click the address number. The number automatically appears in the Cloned WAN MAC Address field. Click Apply to clone the displayed MAC address. Click Refresh to search for additional MAC addresses on your LAN.
Click to save your settings. Click to cancel any changes.
Troubleshooting Your Network Connections
The Network Diagnostic screen helps you troubleshoot problems that might occur. To access the screen, click Internet > Network Diagnostic.

Field or Button Ping

Description Determines whether a particular IP address is online. This utility sends out a packet (block of data) and waits for a response. Traces a route from the client machine to the remote host being contacted and reports the IP addresses of all the routers in between.

Trace Route

Field or Button DNS Lookup

Short Preamble

Frame Bursting

RTS Threshold

Allows you to modify the RTS threshold, which is the packet size at which an access point issues a request to send (RTS). The range is 0 to 2347 bytes. The default is 2347.
Field Fragmentation Threshold
Description Allows you to set the size at which packets are fragmented and transmitted a piece at a time instead of all at once. The setting must be within the range of 256 to 2346 bytes. The default is 2346.

Beacon Period

Allows you to set the time units for the beacon period. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the AP to keep the network synchronized. You are able to set the Beacon Period value from 1 to 65535 in Time Units (TU). The default is 100. Since changes to the Beacon Period and Delivery Traffic Indicator Maps (DTIM) settings may affect wireless performance, it is best to use the default settings.

DTIM Period

Allows you to set the Delivery Traffic Indicator Maps (DTIM) period value from 1 to 255 in multiples of Beacon Periods. The default is 3. Since changes to the Beacon Period and Delivery Traffic Indicator Maps (DTIM) settings may affect wireless performance, it is best to use the default settings.

Basic Rate Set

Allows you to set the transmission rate. The router broadcasts different transmission rates so clients know which transmission rate to use to join the network. The options are: 1 to 2 Mbps Default All The slowest speed available. Ensures compatibility with 802.11b or 802.11g devices Ensures compatibility with all devices.
Field 11g Protection Mode
Description Ensures that your wireless router does not interfere with neighbor networks. 802.11g networks cause collisions on 802.11b networks, so the Protection Mode forces the 802.11g network to negotiate around the 802.11b network. The options are: Disable Auto 802.11g Protection Mode is never used. 802.11g Protection Mode is used if either an 802.11b client joins the network or the AP detects an 802.11b network on the same channel. Default setting.

To access the screen, click Networking > Routing.

Field RIP V1

Description Enables or disables RIPv1. The default is disabled. Enables or disables RIPv2. The default is disabled. To add a Routing Entry: Select a Destination IP number, (the clients Routing IP address). Enter Subnet Mask and Gateway IP address. Select the Interface (LAN & Wireless or Internet (WAN)) to which the entry will apply. Enter the Metric (or how many hops the routing can take). Click Add to enter the Routing Entry into the Routing Table. Click Apply to save the entry. To edit or remove an entry, click the desired entry and perform the requested action.

RIP V2

Routing Table Entry List
Configuring DDNS Settings
The router supports the Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS enables you to assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own web server, FTP server, or another server behind the router. Before you can use this feature, you must sign up for DDNS service at a DDNS service provider, such as www.dyndns.org or www.changeip.com. Once you have signed up, write down your User Name and Password assigned by the service. To access the screen, click Networking > Dynamic DNS.
Field DDNS DDNS Server User Name User Password User Password Confirm Host Name Apply Cancel
Description Enables or disables DDNS. The default is disabled. Select the desired DDNS service provider. Enter the User Name (up to 30 bytes) provided by the DDNS provider. Enter and re-enter the Password (up to 30 bytes) provided by the DDNS provider. Enter a desired Host Name for your WAN IP Address. Click to save your settings. Click to cancel any changes.

Configuring NAT Settings

The Networking NAT screen allows you to add another level of security to your Internet activity and online games. Network Address Translation (NAT) translates the multiple IP addresses on a private LAN to one public address that is sent out to the Internet by your ISP. This means the addresses of the PCs on your home network are never transmitted on the Internet. The Networking NAT screen also allows you to enable a gaming Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), which allows only one IP address (for a computer or device) to be exposed to the Internet for online game playing or video conferencing. To access the screen, click Networking > NAT.
Field NAT Gaming DMZ Device My Gaming Device
Description Enables or disables NAT. The default is enabled. Click to enable. The default is disabled. Enter the IP Address for your gaming device. The default is disabled. For security purposes, turn off your gaming device when not in use so that it does not become the target of intrusion. Enter the TCP Session Idle Time which is the amount of time a TCP session will remain idle before timing out. The default is 8 hours.

Sample Port Trigger Entries Below are common Port Trigger Entries for popular applications. Port Trigger Name Outgoing Protocol Outgoing Port 6891-Incoming Protocol TCP TCP/UDP TCP/UDP UDP TCP UDP TCP/UDP UDP Triggered Incoming Port Range 5190 4000,6112 2300-2400 2302-2400 1863,5190, 1024-65534 6970-6999
AOL Instant TCP Messenger Battle.net DirectX 7 DirectX8 MSN Messenger Net2Phone NetMeeting & H.323
TCP/UDP TCP UDP TCP UDP TCP TCP

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Configuring Virtual Server Settings
The Virtual Server sets up an automatic inbound forwarding mechanism for services running on your computer, such as web servers, email servers, or other specialized applications. You must configure your server with a static IP address to use this service. To access the screen, click Networking > Virtual Server.
To add a Virtual Server entry: Enter the name of the server in the Virtual Server Name field. There is a limit of 32 characters for the name. Click enable if you wish the virtual server to become active immediately. Otherwise, you can save the information and enable it at later date. To enable at a later date, select the entry from the Virtual Server table and then check enable. 7 From the Incoming Protocol drop-down list, select TCP, UDP, or Both. Enter the port value (0 to 65535) in the Incoming Port field In the Forwarding IP field, enter the IP Address of the server to which you will forward. Enter the port value (0 to 65535) in the Forwarding Port field. (Optional) If you want to schedule the time and day of week for the forwarding service to be active, select the time and day in the Schedule row. If you want the forwarding service to be active all the time, select Everyday and 24 Hours. Click Add to add the entry to the VS table. Click Apply to save the entry.
To update or remove an entry, select it and then click Edit or Remove to perform the action.

Configuring the Firewall

The firewall on your router shields your network from the Internet by examining network packets (units of data sent on a network) before they are forwarded to your router. The Networking Firewall screen allows you to further customize this feature by adding packet filters that will restrict specific data from entering your router. Instructions for adding a packet filter follow the screen description below. To access the screen, click Networking > Firewall.
Field Firewall Multicast Pass-through
Description Click to disable the Firewall. The default is enabled. Click to enable Multicast Pass-through. The default is disabled. Multicast Pass-through is typically used for work-related activities, such as video conferencing. Click to save your settings. Click to cancel any changes.

Enabling Event Logs

An event is a message generated by your router that indicates an action has occurred on your network. The Event Log screen enables you to view information about events, including date, time, and a brief description of the event. To access the screen, click Control Panel > Event Log.
Click to enable the different types of Event Log information to track. After making your selections, click Restart to initiate your selections. DHCP Server Lease Information lists information about leases handed out to devices on the LAN. Wireless Client lists information about wireless clients that have attempted to associate with the Router. User Interface lists information about accesses to the router's Configuration Utility. Click Apply to save your settings or Cancel to cancel changes.
Section 4:Troubleshooting
This section details possible solutions to common problems that might occur in using the router.

Contact Us

If you are unable to locate a solution here, please access our website at www.motorola.com/broadband/networking for the latest information. You can also reach us 7 days a week, 24 hours a day at 1-877-466-8646.

Hardware Solutions

My computer is experiencing difficulty connecting to the wireless network. Ensure that your router is powered on and that the Wireless LED is flashing. Ensure that your wireless adapter (PCI card, Notebook or Ethernet adapter) is installed correctly and is active. Ensure that your wireless adapters radio signal is enabled. Review your adapters documentation for further instructions. Ensure that your wireless adapter for your PC and the wireless router have the same security settings that will allow your computer to access the wireless network. Also, verify that the Access Control List (ACL) is not configured to block your PC. For details on adjusting your security settings, see Configuring Wireless Security Settings in Section 3: Configuration. Ensure that your wireless adapter is within range of your router or is not behind an obstruction. For example, metal structures will interfere with the signal, as will 2.4 GHz cordless phones, and microwaves. Ensure that your routers antenna is connected and that your PCs wireless adapter antenna is also connected.

What if Pass Phrase isnt supported? What do I enter for my security? Some wireless cards do not support Pass Phrase or Motorolas Pass Phrase algorithm, which means you have to enter the entire Key Content found in the appropriate Key field.
So, using the WEP example from above if using Key 1, you would enter 03F32226Aetc. into the Network Key field of the example Network Adapter, seen below. Ensure that the Key index matches what is selected on the wireless network.

Section 5:Glossary

Access Point (AP) A device that provides wireless LAN connectivity to wireless clients (stations). The WR850 acts as a wireless access point. Adapter A device or card that connects a computer, printer, or other peripheral device to the network or to some other device. A wireless adapter connects a computer to the wireless LAN. Address Translation See NAT. Ad-Hoc Network A temporary local area network connecting AP clients together, usually just for the duration of the communication session. The clients communicate directly to each other and not through an established, such as through a router. Also known as: IBSS (Independent Basic Service Set). ASCII The American Standard Code for Information Interchange refers to alphanumeric data for processing and communication compatibility among various devices; normally used for asynchronous transmission.
Bandwidth The transmission capacity of a medium in terms of a range of frequencies. Greater bandwidth indicates the ability to transmit more data over a given period of time. bps Bits Per Second Broadband A communications medium that can transmit a relatively large amount of data in a given time period.

Section 5

Glossary
BSS Basic Service Set. A configuration of Access Points that communicate with each other without resorting any infrastructure. Also known as Ad-Hoc networks. Also see ESS.
Client In a client/server architecture, a client is a computer that requests files or services such as file transfer, remote login, or printing from the server. On an IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN, a client is any host that can communicate with the access point. Also called a CPE. A wireless client is also called a station. Also see server. Coaxial Cable A type of cable consisting of a center wire surrounded by insulation and a grounded shield of braided wire. The shield minimizes electrical and radio frequency interference. Coaxial cable has high bandwidth and can support transmission over long distances. CPE Customer Premise Equipment: typically computers, printers, etc, that are connected to the gateway at the subscriber location. CPE can be provided by the subscriber or the cable service provider. Also called a client. Crossover Cable A crossover cable is a cable that is used to interconnect two computers by "crossing over" (reversing) their respective pin contacts. A crossover cable is sometimes known as a null modem.

LAN Local Area Network. A local area network provides a full-time, high-bandwidth connection over a limited area such as a home, building, or campus. Ethernet is the most widely used LAN standard.
MAC Address The Media Access Control address is a unique, 48-bit value permanently saved in the ROM at the factory to identify each Ethernet network device. It is expressed as a sequence of 12 hexadecimal digits printed on the units label. You need to provide the MAC Address to the cable service provider. Also called an Ethernet address, physical address, hardware address, or NIC address.
MB One megabyte; equals 1,024 x 1,024 bytes, 1,024 kilobytes, or about 8 million bits. Mbps Million bits per second (megabits per second). A rate of data transfer. MTU The Maximum Transmission Unit is the largest amount of data that can be transmitted in one discrete message on a given physical network. The MTU places an upper bound limit on the size of a message that can be transferred by the network in a single frame. Messages exceeding the MTU must be fragmented before transmission, and reassembled at the destination. Multicast A data transmission sent from one sender to multiple receivers. See also broadcast and unicast.
NAT Network Address Translation is an Internet standard for a LAN to use one set of IP addresses for internal traffic and a second set of IP addresses for external traffic. NAT provides some security because the IP addresses of LAN computers are invisible on the Internet. Network Two or more computers connected to communicate with each other. Networks have traditionally been connected using some kind of wiring. NIC A Network Interface Card converts computer data to serial data in a packet format that it sends over the LAN. A NIC is installed in an expansion slot or can be built-in. Every Ethernet NIC has a MAC address permanently saved in its ROM.
Packet The unit of data that is routed between the sender and destination on the Internet or other packet-switched network.
PCMCIA The Personal Computer Memory Card International Association sets international standards for connecting peripherals to portable computers. Laptop computers typically have a PCMCIA slot that can hold one or two PC Cards to provide features such as Ethernet connectivity. PING A network utility that tests host reachability by sending a small packet to the host and waiting for a reply. If you PING a computer IP address and receive a reply, you know the computer is reachable over the network. It also stands for Packet InterNet Groper. Port Triggering A mechanism that allows incoming communication with specified applications. PPP Point-to-Point Protocol is used to transport other protocols, typically for simple links over serial lines. It is most commonly used to access the Internet with a dial-up modem. PPPoE Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet. Used by many DSL Internet Service Providers for broadband connection. PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol encapsulates other protocols. It is a new technology to create VPNs developed jointly by several vendors. Private IP Address An IP address assigned to a computer on the WR850 LAN by the DHCP server for a specified lease time. Private IP addresses are invisible to devices on the Internet. See also Public IP Address. Protocol A formal set of rules and conventions for exchanging data. Different computer types (for example PC, UNIX, or mainframe) can communicate if they support common protocols. Public IP Address The IP address assigned to the WR850 by the service provider. A public IP address is visible to devices on the Internet. See also Private IP Address.

Motorola WR850GP / WR850G Wireless Broadband Router

Getting Started

Power Adapter Ethernet Cable
WR850GP or WR850G Base Station Stand for WR850GP only
Check that your box contains these items. (User Guide: Section 1)

CD-ROM

Insert the Installation Wizard CD-ROM. (User Guide: Section 2)
Install the software for your unit from the CD-ROM. (User Guide: Section 2)
Connect your unit as shown. (User Guide: Section 2)

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If you need assistance, call: 1-877-466-days a week, 24 hours a day You can also check for the latest developments at: www.motorola.com/broadband/networking