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Cisco RV082 - Small Business VPN Router

Cisco RV082 - Small Business VPN Router
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Cisco Small Business
RV0xx Series Routers
RV042 Dual WAN VPN Router
RV042G Gigabit Dual WAN VPN Router
RV082 Dual WAN VPN Router
RV016 Multi-WAN VPN Router
ADMINISTRATION
GUIDE

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Cisco RV082 - Small Business VPN Router Specifications

General IconGeneral
VPN Tunnels50
DHCP ServerYes
AuthenticationMD5, SHA1
Power Supply12V DC, 1A
Humidity10% to 85% non-condensing
LAN Ports8 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45
VPN ProtocolsIPSec, PPTP, L2TP
FirewallSPI
EncryptionDES, 3DES, AES
Memory8 MB Flash, 32 MB DRAM
Operating Temperature0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature-4 to 158°F (-20 to 70°C)
Weight0.69 kg

Summary

Introduction

RV0 xx Series Router Features

Details on the features of the Cisco RV0xx Series dual WAN VPN routers.

Mounting Options

Guidance on how to install and place the router for optimal operation.

Connecting the Equipment

Instructions for physically connecting network devices to the router.

Getting Started with the Configuration

Steps to initially set up and access the router's configuration interface.

Features of the User Interface

Overview of the router's graphical user interface elements and navigation.

Setup

Setting Up the Network

Configuration of LAN, WAN, and DMZ settings, including host and domain names.

IP Mode

Choosing between IPv4-only or Dual-Stack IP addressing for the network.

LAN Setting (device IP address and subnets)

Configuring the router's LAN IP address and enabling multiple subnets.

WAN Setting (Internet connection)

Setting up the router's connection to the Internet, including connection types.

DMZ Setting

Configuring the DMZ port to allow specific hosts public Internet access.

Changing the Administrator Username and Password

Securing the router by changing default login credentials for administrative access.

Setting the System Time

Configuring the router's system time using NTP or manual settings.

Setting Up a DMZ Host

Allowing a single host on the LAN to be exposed to the Internet via DMZ.

Setting Up Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Configuring rules to allow external access to internal services or applications.

Setting Up Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)

Enabling automatic port configuration for Internet applications like gaming.

Setting Up One-to-One NAT

Mapping external IP addresses to internal IP addresses for direct resource access.

Cloning a MAC Address for the Router

Registering a specific MAC address with the ISP for WAN connection.

Assigning a Dynamic DNS Host Name to a WAN Interface

Configuring DDNS to access the router via a domain name with a dynamic IP.

Setting Up Advanced Routing

Configuring dynamic and static routing tables for network traffic management.

IPv6 Transition

Enabling and configuring 6to4 tunnels for IPv6 packet routing.

DHCP

Setting Up the DHCP Server or DHCP Relay

Configuring the router as a DHCP server or relay agent for IP address assignment.

Router Advertisement (IPv6)

Enabling RADVD for IPv6 auto-configuration and routing on the network.

System Management

Setting Up Dual WAN and Multi-WAN Connections

Configuring multiple WAN connections for backup or load balancing.

Managing the Bandwidth Settings

Adjusting bandwidth for upstream/downstream traffic and QoS for services.

Restoring the Factory Default Settings

Resetting the router to its original factory default configuration and settings.

Upgrading the Firmware

Downloading and installing the latest firmware to update router functionality.

Backing Up and Restoring the Settings

Saving and restoring router configuration files for backup and recovery.

Port Management

Configuring the Port Settings

Customizing port priority, speed, duplex mode, and VLAN settings.

Viewing the Status Information for a Port

Monitoring port status, link status, activity, and statistics.

Firewall

Configuring the General Firewall Settings

Enabling/disabling firewall, SPI, DoS, and restricting web features like Java/Cookies.

Configuring Firewall Access Rules

Creating and managing rules to control network traffic allowed through the firewall.

Using Content Filters to Control Internet Access

Blocking access to specified websites or keywords based on domains and schedules.

Cisco ProtectLink Web

Getting Started with Cisco ProtectLink Web

Steps to purchase, register, and activate the Cisco ProtectLink Web security service.

Specifying the Global Settings for Approved URLs and Clients

Configuring lists of approved URLs and clients that bypass web protection restrictions.

Enabling Web Protection for URL Filtering

Configuring URL filtering categories and web reputation settings for website access control.

VPN

Introduction to VPNs

Understanding Virtual Private Networks and their application in secure remote access.

Viewing the Summary Information for VPN

Displaying overview of VPN tunnel status, usage, and client connections.

Setting Up a Gateway to Gateway (Site to Site) VPN

Configuring VPN tunnels for secure site-to-site network connections.

Setting Up a Remote Access Tunnel for VPN Clients (Client To Gateway)

Establishing VPN tunnels for individual users to access the network remotely.

Setting Up VPN Passthrough

Enabling or disabling support for various VPN protocols passing through the router.

Setting Up PPTP Server

Configuring the router to act as a PPTP VPN server for remote client access.

Logging System Statistics

Setting Up the System Log and Alerts

Configuring syslog and email alerts for network events and security incidents.

Viewing the System Log

Displaying port statistics, traffic counts, and error information for network interfaces.

Wizard

Basic Setup

Using the wizard to configure WAN ports and the Internet connection.

Access Rule Setup

Using the wizard to create firewall access rules for network security.

Troubleshooting

The firmware upgrade has failed.

Steps to resolve issues when the router's firmware upgrade process fails.

Your computer cannot connect to the Internet.

Troubleshooting steps to diagnose and fix internet connectivity problems for the computer.

Cisco QuickVPN for Windows

Introduction

Overview of Cisco QuickVPN client software for secure remote VPN access.

Cisco QuickVPN Client Installation and Configuration

Steps to download, install, and configure the Cisco QuickVPN client software.

Using the Cisco QuickVPN Software

Instructions on how to connect and manage VPN tunnels using the QuickVPN client.

Configuring a Gateway-to-Gateway VPN Tunnel Between RV0 xx Series Routers

Topology Options

Considerations for choosing between hub-and-spoke or mesh VPN topologies.

Configuring a VPN Tunnel on a Cisco RV0 xx Series Router

Step-by-step guide for setting up a VPN tunnel on the Cisco RV0xx Series router.

IPSec NAT Traversal

Overview

Explanation of NAT traversal technique for IPSec data to pass through NAT.

Configuration of Router A

Steps to configure IPSec NAT traversal settings on the initiator router (Router A).

Configuration of Router B

Steps to configure IPSec NAT traversal settings on the responder router (Router B).

Bandwidth Management

Creation of New Services

Defining new services, like VoIP, for bandwidth management rules.

Creation of New Bandwidth Management Rules

Setting up rules to control upstream and downstream bandwidth for specific services.

Specifications

RV042

Detailed technical specifications for the Cisco RV042 router model.

RV042 G

Detailed technical specifications for the Cisco RV042G router model.

Cisco RV082

Detailed technical specifications for the Cisco RV082 router model.

Cisco RV016

Detailed technical specifications for the Cisco RV016 router model.

Where to Go From Here

Support

Resources for Cisco Small Business support, community, and firmware downloads.

Product Documentation

Links to Cisco Small Business Routers documentation for further reading.

Cisco Small Business

Information and resources for Cisco Small Business partners and home users.

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