Linksys RV042 User Manual

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Chapter 6: Set Up and Configure the Router
VPN Tab - Gateway to Gateway
10/100 4-Port VPN Router
Local Group: It shows the IP address and Subnet of Local Group you set up.
Remote Client: It shows the amount of Remote Client of this GroupVPN.
Remote Clients Status: If you click the Detail List button, it shows the details of Group Name, IP address and
Connection Time of this Group VPN.
Tunnel Test: Click the Connect button to verify the tunnel status. The test result will be updated in Status. If the
tunnel is connected, a Disconnect button will be available so you can disconnect the VPN connection.
Configure: Edit and Delete
Click the Edit button to link to the original setup page where you can change the settings. If you click the Edit
button, all of your tunnel settings will be deleted, and this tunnel will be available.
VPN Tab - Gateway to Gateway
Add a new Tunnel
By setting this page, users can add a new tunnel between two VPN devices. See Figure 46.
Tunnel No.: The tunnel number will be generated automatically from 1~30.
Tunnel Name: Enter the Tunnel Name, such as LA Office, Branch Site, Corporate Site, etc. This is to allow you to
identify multiple tunnels and does not have to match the name used at the other end of the tunnel.
Interface: You can select the Interface from the pull-down menu. When dual WAN is enable, there will be two
options. (WAN1/WAN2).
Enable: Check the box to enable VPN.
Local Group Setup
Local Security Gateway Type: There are five types. They are IP Only, IP + Domain Name (FQDN) Authentication, IP
+ E-mail Addr. (USER FQDN) Authentication, Dynamic IP + Domain Name (FQDN) Authentication, Dynamic IP +
E-mail Addr. (USER FQDN) Authentication. The type of Local Security Gateway Type should match the Remote
Security Gateway Type of VPN devices in the other end of tunnel.
IP Only: If you select IP Only, only the specific IP Address will be able to access the tunnel. The WAN IP of the
Router will automatically appear in this field.
Figure 6-44: Gateway to Gateway

Linksys RV042 Specifications

General

WAN Ports	2
LAN Ports	4
VPN Support	Yes
Form Factor	Desktop
Firewall	Yes
VPN Protocols	IPSec, PPTP
Device Type	VPN Router
Firewall Type	SPI
VPN Tunnels	50
Encryption	DES, 3DES, AES
Authentication	MD5, SHA1
QoS	Yes
Ports	2 WAN, 4 LAN
Weight	0.7 kg
Throughput	100 Mbps
Dimensions	190 x 130 x 40 mm

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Chapter 2: Networking Basics

What is a VPN?

Explains Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), their purpose in securing data, and how they work.

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router

Chapter 4: Connecting the Router

Overview

Connection Instructions

Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs

Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs

Configuring Windows XP PCs

Chapter 6: Set Up and Configure the Router

Overview

Introduces the router's web-based utility and its main configuration tabs.

How to Access the Web-based Utility

Instructions on how to launch and log into the router's web-based configuration interface.

Setup Tab - Network

Configuration of network settings, including Host/Domain Name, LAN, and WAN/DMZ setup.

Setup Tab - Password

Instructions on changing the router's administrator password for security.

Setup Tab - DMZ Host

Setup Tab - Forwarding

Guides on setting up port forwarding to allow public services or applications access.

Setup Tab - DDNS

DHCP Tab - Setup

Firewall Tab - General

Configuration of firewall settings, including SPI, DoS, and Remote Management.

VPN Tab - Summary

Wizard Tab

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Common Problems and Solutions

Provides solutions for common issues like setting static IPs and testing internet connections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware

Upgrading Firmware

Step-by-step instructions for downloading and installing the latest router firmware.

Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter

Finding MAC and IP Addresses

Guide on how to locate your computer's Ethernet adapter MAC and IP addresses.

Appendix G: Specifications

Router Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the Linksys 10/100 4-Port VPN Router.

Appendix H: Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Details