Toshiba P000233790 Network Card User Manual
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1. Connection igure 3 TOSHIBA Once the AC adapter is connected to the modem the power indicator LED on the PCX5000 front panel will ight The PCX5000 wil start operating once power is connected No additional operator intervention is required The PCX5000 will perform its sel ast and then automatically find the data channel and register itself on the cable provider s system The front panel indicators LEDs show that the PCX5000 is operating properly when they aro in tho following condition refor to figure 4 TOSHIBA PCX5000 Front Pane figure 4 POWER 0n CABLE TEST usa On or flashing when USB is connected Off when USB is not connected WLAN Flashing when 802 11b wireless data is ransmitledirecoived Off when wireless is not active i00Mbps i4 Left LED On when 100BaseT Ethernet is connected Off when 10BaseT is connected or no connection LinkAcii 4 Righ LED On or flashing when Ethemelis connected Off when Ethernet s not connected tho PCXS000 front pane LEDs aro not operating as described by the notes above you may reter to the Diagnostics LEDs section in the appendix of this manual for more information ho PCX5000 appears to be operating correctly you may now proceed to tho next stop 7 you are using the USB interface install the USB driver following the instructions described in the Installing the USB Drivers secti2. The Firewall page displays the state of the firewall The default setting for the firewall is On This setting is recommended for connecting to the Internet for most typical home installations When the firewall turned On The Statetul Inspection firewall engine will be enabled The PCX5000 will operate in router mode which will enable the internal DHCP Server Please teter to System Configuration My Network web pago description to change the network addresses The PCXS000 will enable NAT network address translation see Glossary The PCXS000 automatically obtains a single IP address rom the CSP Cable Service Provider and shares this IP address with of the computers on the homo network I the firewall is turned Ot The Statelul Inspection firewall engine will be disabled PCX5000 will operate in bridge mode which wil disable the internal DHCP Server and NAT network address translation Itis not recommended to turn the firewall ff unless you already have a firewall appliance or router batis installed in between the PCX5000 and your computers Important Information Turning OM the firewall wil leave your computer vulnerable to an attack Important Information reboot your PC after PCX5000 starts TOSHIBA The Security Allow page is used to allow network applications such as a peer to peer music file sharing program to work with your firewall 33 13 1 PCX500
3. Network driver A software fle included with the Ethernet card The fie is loaded on the computer to allow the computer to recognize the Ethernet card See Ethernet Card RJ 45 Connector on the Toshiba PCX5000 labeled 10 100 that connects the modem to a computer or to a HUB Subscriber computer user in the home who accesses a data service using the Toshiba PCX5000 Subnet network subdivision When subnetting is used the IP Internet Protocol address is divided into a subnet number and a host number Hosts and gateways identily the bits used for the network and subnet number using a subnet mask TCPIP communication stack Software in the subscriber compute that processes packets through the communication layers The subscriber configures the IP address for ho computer and the router default gateway in tho software The TCP IP communication stack handles the communications with the subscribers application URL A URL Uniform Resource Locator is the address of fle resource accessible on the Internet The ype of resource depends on the Internet application protocol On the Web which uses the Hypertext Transfer Protocol an example of a URL is htIp J www toshiba com USB Universal Serial Bus standardized for easy connections between the computer and the other peripherals USB connects more than computers and peripherals WEP WEP is Wired Equivalent Privacy based on he use of 64 bit or 128 k
4. TOSHIBA Specifications Model Name EN Model Number DAZB850F Compliant Standard DOCSIS 10071815007 Interface Compurerimerace 10 100Base T 10100 duplex auio sensing port USB Device 12Mbpe full speed mode 1 port Wales TEE S028 Cable Interface Fiype female 7505m Demodultion S4258GAM Physical Speed 30Mbps BRCIAM a3NDps SSCA Frequency Range SEM fo SEOM edge 1 edge Bardd CLA Input Signal Tevel TSGBmV To TSGEmV Automatically Gain Controlled by CM Tarente Megat OPSKT TEGA Physical Speed 120 640 1280 2660 STZUrgks OPSKT 40 1280 2560 5120 10240kps 16QAM Fraquenay Fange 5 to 42MHz edge o edge Bandwidth 02 04 03 18 32092 Output Signal Laval radam to 5 GPS S BdBmV to gt 5548 16QAM Output signal level ot is automaticaly controlled by CMTS through power ranging function Step d Max Number ol CPE NATON 257 NAT OFF 31 31 MAC address T emg MAG Rares 1131 set by MIB uc L3 F E DACP Subrst TMB SZTER TOUGH 75577255 255 0 actor delaul Sever Tease Address Range 192 168 1002 io 192 168 100 127 aciory delaul Reserved Addresses 192 768 100 128 1o 132 168 100 253 factory Gateway caress 790 168 100 254 factory ITP Web LANSide Address TS21
5. owner s manual TOSHIBA Installing the USB Drivers you aro using the USB Universal Serial Bus interface to connect the PCX5000 to your Windows PC via the USB you must install ihe USB Driver in your computer The USB Driver tor your operating system is located in the CD ROM shipped with the PCXS000 Please note that these USB Drivers only support a computer running Microsoft Windows 98SE 2000 Me and XP These drivers are not supported on the folowing operating systems Windows 98 First Edition Windows 95 or any earlier version of Microsoft Windows or DOS OS Macintosh Unix Linux and IBM 052 Before instaling and using those drivers please be sure to read the End User License Agreement which is enclosed in append of this owner s manual You will be deemed to agree to this agreement if you use these drivers Preparation Confirm the PCX5000 is ready by verilying the status panel LEDs See PCX5000 Front Panel figure 4 Insert the USB Drivers CD ROM into your CD ROM drive Plug the Type B ond of the USB cable into tho back of the 5000 the Type A end of the USB cable into the USB of your computer Tum on your computer Installing the USB Drivers After following the instructions described in Preparation on this page your Windows PC should finish its boot process and display a window idenilying the PCX000 as a new device and requesting its driver In general follow these steps for install
6. A Bridge mode disables the sharing of single IP address Each of your computers will need to obtain unique IP address from your CSP Contact your CSP to find out how to obtain additional IP addresses for multipla computers In bridge mode the PCX5000 disables the Stateful Inspection Firewall hus allowing data from your computers to flow freely the Intemet The PCX5000 is shipped with bridge mode disabled Q What should I do ifthe PCX5000 configuration pages are not displayed properly Follow these steps Make sure you aro using browser versions IE 5 0 or Netscape 45 or late 2 W you are using Internet Explorer lick on Tools menu and then Internet Options In the General menu under Temporary Internet fles click on the Settings button Inthe Settings menu cick on the Automatically option under Check for new versions of stored pages Q What should I do it I cannot access the PCXS000 configuration pages A Follow these steps 1 Make sure the PCXS000 modem is tuned on 2 Make sure your PCXS000 is propery connected to the networked computers 3 It you have more than one PC connected try accessing to the PCXS000 pages a diferent PC you succeed check your original PC s connections and network settings 4 Tum off the PCX5000 and tum iL on again afler 10 seconds 5 Type the PCX5000 IP address in the browsers Open Location address bar The default IP address is 192
7. E License Information TOSHIBA The Active Connections page displays all active sessions between your home network and the Internet Information displayed includes Ihe IP addresses ol active computers the IP addresses of the sites hoy aro connected with ports used for tho connection and the protocols COIE e AG mem dre d Al CS ere PCX5000 Safed ser Event og Activa Computers Active Connections THs paga shows tne pene comcons teer eur eor adu aw x IL WHOIS information dialog The Destination IP address on Aetlve Connection is linked to WHOIS dialog You can confirm who owns the IP address which you accessed on this dialog This information is not provided by PCX5000 and is furnished without responsibilty foe accuracy sn nus os Wes eee mamam et AEL pue resonet ENDE Ede aer faa TOSHIBA The enhanced Security pages enable addtional tloxblty in configuring the firewall The first pago displayed Firewall provides for three levels of security Low Medium and High The default setting is Medium security Sotaware Al outbound vatti is alowed Al inbound aff is blocked except for ICMP echo s png outbound vrati is alowed except for Windows sharing NBT ports 137 138 139 and 448 A inbound blocked Resticions apply to outbound allowing only Web raf HTTP HTTPS
8. puc server while preventing outside users rom geting direct access form his server back loo private notorie Domain Name System ONS The Domain System ONS refers to the interet domain names or easy io temember handles tat are Translated ino P addresses An example of Domain Name waw toshiba com Ethernet card lupin circuit board installed in an expansion siot of a personal computer The Ethemot card sometimes called a Network ntrtace Card or NIG takes parale data rom the computer converts to oral data puts a packet format and sende t over 10 100 LAN cab F connector A type of coaxial connector labeled RF on the rear of the Toshiba PCXS000 that connects the modem tothe system Firewall A program ora set of related programs located on a network gateway server protecting your private resources rom users and abusers on the frowall inspects each packet to determine whether complies wih security Poley blocks legal alc Packets do not enler ho nome network unless oy comply with the security poly Gateway A gateway is a network point that acts as an entrance to another network Headend The equipment in th central otice of the service provider where the cable signal originate Hybrid Fiber Coaxial HFC system syst where ta unk of ha cable piant is ber technology Somewhere near the subscriber s home to fiber i connected to coaxial cable and he
9. 100 Ethernet ports that be used to connect directly to a total of four computers Each port can be shared with more than one computer by connecting Ethernet hub or switch in between the PCX5000 and multiple computers Each computer must have an Ethernet port card to connect directly or indiroctiy to the PCX5000 Note that the PCX5000 is a stand alone device and requires no special Ethernet driver to be installed on your computers Your computer may already be configured with a builtin Ethernet or you may need to uso an add in card In either case verify your Ethernet port is working correctly and your computer is Correctly configured for the TCP IP protocol Follow tho instructions in the Windows Network Configuration section for your operating system If you do nol have an entry for an Ethernet adapter or protocol in the Network panel window refer to your computer or Ethernet card adapter documentation You may need to reinstall your Ethernet adapter card drivers and TCPAP protocol Macintosh users should refer to the Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration Section to configure their network settings Once you have completed tho network settings for your computer you should be able to access the Internet at high speed with the Ethemet interface If you are stil having problems making a connection please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions section in the appendix at the end of this
10. Emal MAP SMTP FTP NNTP ONS IKE 2746 UDP and 286 TOP traffic Al inbound vais blocked Your PCX5000 enaties yeu ta enhance your SofaWare secntyt alow multiple _secuitylvels detailed repoting sdanced conarebon options Sign up now 10 get cecuy ptos parental or and artus sercos fora home noxali esci Important Information When you turn on off the firewall you need to power off and on PCXS000 and reboot your PC after PCX5000 starts TOSHIBA Tho Virtual Servers page allows you to specify computers on your home network to serve as web fp mall or other servers You need not know the port numbers needed for each service 5000 pu Virtual Servers Ts page enable you to elec alow incoming nete of several ina nto vea ere Per nure denter tn Sp pages The remaining configuration pages operate in the same manner as the standard version of the PCX5000 software TOSHIBA Tho AllowiBlock Rules provide you with greater flexibilty in defining and customizing your security Policy You can allow additional inbound services which nol on the Virtual Servers Est or block outbound communications for specific ranges 5000 Safe Home p Block Rules ento block outgoing access ter rtemainaseorkio tha temet fer tha flbi porenges Protocol Jome P pes mams Sofaware f you wish to permit incoming ac
11. device may have more settings Refer to your device documentation for tho default settings and configure up your wireless device appropriately Detailed instructions for tha Macintosh AlrPort wireless card are provided in the Macintosh Eihemet and Wireless Network Configuration section of this manual 16 TOSHIBA Windows Network Configuration Network Configuration for Windows 98SE and Windows Me The folowing is an example of how to configure a Windows 98SE and Mo PC for TCP IP network settings Step 1 At he Windows Desktop click Start then select Settings and cick Control Paner as shown in the screen below The Control Panel window wil appear Ls ets nacre ADDIT Step 2 At the Control Panel window select and double cick on the Network icon Stop 3 In the Network panel window scroll down to the TCP IP network adapter in your computer Select the TCPIP ino and click on the Properties button ecce Step 4 TCP IP Properties panel choose the Obtain an IP address automatically button and then press tho OK button Sep 5 Once you have completed the steps above a notice to restart your computer wil up Restart your computer Step 6 You should now be able to access the PCX5000 configuration pages Launch the browser open location hho 492 16810017 Proceed o the Configuring the section of this manual
12. is your responsibilty as well This section lists mportant information that wil help assure your enjoyment and proper use of the PCX5000 and accessory equipment Please read it carefully before operating and using your modem Installation Read and Follow Instructions You should read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the modem Follow all operating instructions Retain instructions You should save all the safely and operating instructions for your future reference Heed Warnings Comply with all warnings on the PCX5000 and in the operating instructions Use the Recommended AC Adapter You must use the adapter that comes with your Toshiba PCXS000 Check Power Sources The AC adapter for your Toshiba PCX5000 must bo used with a AC100V 120V 50Hz 60Hz supply outlet If you are not sure of tho type of power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company Careful of Overloading Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets extension cords frayed power cords damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs are dangerous Periodically examine the cord and f ts appearance indicates damage or deteriorated Insulation ave it replaced by your service technician Protect Power Cords Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to bo walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Pay p
13. not included wth the PCX5000 Please select screws and anchors suitable for the wal A Take extra precautions to mount the PCX5000 securely If the PCX5000 is not mounted securely and falls serious harm or damage may result PCXS000 Mounting Diagram figure 5 Place the AC power adapter on a flat surface like a table TOSHIBA Configuring Your Computers The folowing sections describe tho typical stops needed to configure your computer network to communicate with tho PCX5000 These procedures apply to of the interfaces Ethernet USB and wireless which you wil connect to the 5000 Examples of the network configuration steps for Windows 98SE 2000 and XP explained wit screen shots in the Windows Network Configuration section Macintosh configurations for OS 9 and OS X are explained in the Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration section These procedures instruct you on how to sel up your computer to obtain an IP address automaticaly Before proceeding to the network setting section for your Windows or Macintosh computer please verity you have correctly installed and configured the networking interfaces for Ethernet USB or wreloss 802 110 Macintosh users please note that the PCXS000 does not support a USB connection for the Macintosh computer Macintosh users must use an Ethernet or wireless AirPort connection Installing the Ethernet Connections The PCX5000 has four 10
14. to connect your Macintosh to the PCX5000 in the Show choice box The default port is Itn Ethernet Then select Using DHCP Server in the Configure choice box Close the panel by clicking on the top lelt Comer You wil be prompted to save the configuration s Step 3 You should now be able to access the PCX5000 Configuration Pages Launch the browser supplied with tne Macintosh and open location hiip1 192 168 100 1 Proceed to ha Configuring the PCX5000 section of this manual TOSHIBA Macintosh OS 9 AirPort Settings I you are using tho AirPort wireless connection first verily the PCX5000 wireless in is turned on Reter to tho PCXS000 Wireless Configuration pago in this manual Step i Using the same procedure described previously to set the Ethernet TCPIP configuration navigate to te Setup Ethernet panel and select AirPort in the Connect via choice box Thon select Using DHCP Server in the Configure choice box You wil be prompted to save the changes The Setup Assistant will scan for nearby 802 110 wireless base stations the PCX5000 is in range t wil respond with a message announcing it has joined the network M the AirPort Assistant cannot find a wireless network verily the Macintosh is in range of the PCX5000 and that the PCXSQ00 has had the wireless option tumed on Step 3 If the AlPort Setup Assistant is successful in finding t
15. with matching encryption keys will be allowed to connect to the PCX5000 When unchecked wireless devices with matching encryption keys and wireless devices with no encryption will be allowed to connect I is strongly recommended for security reasons to check this box Key Entry Type selection box Selects the type of encryption to use 64 bit or 128 bil 128 bit encryptions offers stronger security but may slow down your connection Key Entry Mode selection box Encryption keys may be entered as alphanumeric characters select Key Entry Mode Alpha or Hexadecimal numbers use entry mode Hex Encryption Key try box The PCX5000 can decrypt up to four separate encryption keys Enter up to four encryption keys in these entry boxes Typically only one key is used This key may be entered into any entry box Transmit Using Key selection box Select the encryption key to use when transmitting Important Information When you are using the encryption options you will not make a wireless connection the encryption Keys for the computer s wireless access card and the PCX5000 do not exactly match Important Information When an Encryption Key of PC corresponds with one 4 Encryption Keys of PCXS000 PC can access PCX5000 TOSHIBA Tho Status pago summarizes basic information useful or installation and diagnostics 5000 Safe Home Toshiba Cable Modem Status PCX5000 Information MAC Address USB MAC
16. 0 ullizes Statelul Inspection Firewall that in most cases wil recognize those applications hat need access through the firewall and wil automatically configure the modem appropriately If you experience problems with network access in using an application refer lo the application documentation for port numbers and protocols that are used by that application Enter tne port and protocol information as well as the IP address of the computer running the application The Securlty DMZ pago is used to allow unlimited access from the Intemet to computer in your home newer The dalault salting for ths page is compulers protected 000 DHZIP Address Wars re hag The DMZ IP Address is used to identity a single computer on your network that wil reside outside of the firewall and allow for unlimited access to and from the Interne Important information W you enter the IP Address of computer the Firewall will not protect this comput TOSHIBA The Security Reports page provides tho Firewall statistics PCX5000 Sasot cwman amon spar Reports ist T dars the Sir reli rar PCXSUDD lend 19 tachs Jut P5009 youto erhanca your Stas sey db mut sey deris ipo and ong non nero get socuty ue pararta conl and art vins sace ora cupit Toe vin sacan By clicking the Show me more button you will get more info
17. 168 100 1 amp Check your browser setings for any Proxy server settings and disable them 7 Check your operating system network settings Make sure no static IP ad resses are defined TOSHIBA LED Diagnostics The PCX5000 has 13 status LEDs Tho purpose of each LED lett to right is detailed in the following table Function Color Definition dark for power of bright for power on dark for downsirssm FF carver present or power of Hashing slowiy approximately every second for downstream RF amer present and ranging in progress power Green CABLE Green ashing tast approximately 0 1 seconds or registration in progress for the PCXS000 registered and ready to transfer dala dark Tor initial selttest of the PCX5000 OK or power off P Amber fishing for nil selttest of the PCXSOOO in progres or software down loading of the PCXS000 in progress on for sites faiure of the PCXSOOD dark for no USB ink has been detected use Green on for USB link and no activity lasting for user data going through USB Interface lt dark Tor no WLAN ink has been detected Hashing for user data going through WLAN lt dark for 10Base T connection on for 1008ase T connection dark Tor no carr computer present or power oF Like Green for carrier trom computer present flashing for user data going through Ethemet WLAN Green 10 100 Mbps 1 4 Green
18. 5000 Gateway TOSHIBA Network Configuration for Windows 2000 The folowing is an example of how to configure the Windows 2000 network settings Stop 1 At the Windows 2000 Desktop cick Start then select Settings and cick on tho Control Panel as shown in the screen below Stop 2 At the Control Panel window select and double click on the Network and Dial up Connections icon Step 3 In the Network and Dial up Connections panel window select and iaht kon the Local Area Connections select and cick on the Properties manu fern Step 4 In the Local Area Connection Properties panel select the Internet Protocol TCPIIP tem and thon click on the Properties button E oem jme Step 5 n the Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties panel select Obtain an IP address automatically each panel by pressing tho button Sop 6 You should now be able to access the PCX5000 configuration pages Launch your browser and open location p 192 168 100 1 Proceed now to the Configuring the PCX5000 Gateway section of this manual TOSHIBA work Configuration for Windows XE The folowing is an example of how to configure the Windows XP TCP IP network settings Step 1 At the Windows XP Desktop click than select and dick on the screen below Stop 2 At the Control Panel window select and double ci
19. 681001 Server Frequency Frequency Cache Search Channel Plan Supports S Noah Channel Pan STD AC HRC 1850 ULT3TO0 AC DC adapter EMG FCC Par 16 dass B Power AC DC 100 120 TUA 506092 Supiy Note AC Adapter tsel is 100 240V but cord is 120V ism Power Supply DC SV 2 4A change connector Consumption 10 Wats approximately OSS Protocol SNMPICHP MB MIB 7 MONS WIE Toshiba WE Environment Operating Temperature 32 F 0 0 to 104 0 C Operating Purity 10 to SO Non condensing Storage temperature 4AF 20 to T40 F 60 Horzorta and wal mounting eset switch sel fo factory default TED POWER CABLE TEST USE WLAN LNK ACTII 4 AC DC Rdapler SXEBKITTWRDSUNE TR Weight Tbs approximately TOSHIBA Regulatory FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B personal computer and peripherals 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 withthe instructions may cause harmful interference lo radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference wil not occur in a particular instalation If this u
20. Address LAN MAC Address 802 11b MAC Address Serial Number Operational Status Uptime Last Status prior reboot Power Level Received Power Level Transmitted Recolved SNR Frequoncy Downstream Frequency Upstream Hardware and software version information address of the RF interface address for the USB interface address used for router functions MAG address of the 802 1 1b wireless interface The serial number of the unit The curent status of the PCX5000 The time since the last PCX5000 reset The status of the PCX5000 prior to the last reboot The power of the downstream signal in dBmV The power of the upstream signal in d mV The signal to noise ratio of the downstream signal in dB The frequency of the downstream signal The frequency of the upstream signal TOSHIBA SofaWare Advanced Security Features This section explains the extended security capabillis available through the SofaWare upgrade You may purchase this upgrade by clicking on the link in the PCX5000 Welcome page or visiting the e http vaww SotaWare comypex5000 uporade After entering the upgrade key set you should sea this Welcome page Note the Sate Home ile in tho banner indicating you are running the upgraded security software PCX5000 Welcome to TOSHIBA S PCX5000 The Fexso00 pasce rre buierportra he Sore Firmo based ne ty ci raha Check Part Sobers Tecno letist
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22. Gonfiure your computers TCP IP network settings 4 Configure the PCXS000 for operating in your environment Installing the PCX5000 avoid overheating problems do not place any objects on top of tho PCX5000 Do not block the ventilation holes on the top of the unit The top of tho unit should be at least four inches from any obstruction Connect the PCX5000 using the following steps referring to figure 3 1 Tum off the TV and computer 2 Connect the cable TV coax cable to the input connector of signal spliter 3 Connect a coaxial cable from one of the output connectors of the spitter to the input connector ot television set 4 Connect a coaxial cable trom the other output connector of tho splitter to tho cable TV coax input connector marked RF on tho PCX5000 rear panel 5 Connect the 10 100 Ethernet andior USB cable s from your computer s to the 10 100 Ethernet andior USB connector s on the PCX5000 rear panel You use any combination of the following three ways to connect your computer s to tho PCX5000 Ethernet up to four computers directly connected USB one computer Wireless up to 126 computers 6 Connect ihe AC power adapter to the DC IN 5V 2 4A jack on the PCX5000 rear panel Then plug in the AC power adaptor o the wall electrical outlet PCXSOD0 Cable Modem L EC LEE
23. TOSHIBA PCX5000 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway Owner s Manual TOSHIBA Warning This product may not be exported outside the US and Canada without US Department of Commerce Bureau of Export Administration authorization Any export re export by the purchaser directly or indirect in contravention of U S Export Administration Regulation is prohibited Product and company names in this Owner s manual are trademarks or trado names of their respective companies Copyright 2002 Toshiba Corporation All rights reserved This manual may not be reproduced in or in whole without the permission of Toshiba Corporation The content of this manual is subject to change without notice in the future Toshiba Corporation assumes no for damages resulting the use of this product or the information contained in this manual TOSHIBA Table of Contents introduction Features System Requirements Contact Information Important Rules for Safe Operation Installation Use and Maintenance Service Overview How does the PCXS000 work How does the PCX5000 connect lo computer How does the PCX5000 dir trom a stand alone DOCSIS cable modem What DOCSIS Getting Started Contacting your Cable Provider Package Contents for the PCX5000 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway PCX5000 Front and Rear View CD ROM Contents Viewing the Owner s Manual Sating Up Your PCXS000 and Computers Installing the 000 Mountin
24. articular attention to cords where they are attached to plugs and convenience receptacles and examine the point where the power cord attaches to the PCXS000 Check Ventilation Slots and openings in the enclosure are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the PCX5000 and to protect it from overheating Do not block or cover these openings Never block these openings by placing the PCX5000 on bed sofa rug other similar Surface Never place the PCXS 000 near or over a radiator or heat register or any other heat source including amplifiers Do not place the PCX5000 in a built in installation such as a bookcase or equipment rack unless you provide proper ventilation Do Not Use Accessories Do not use attachments unless they are recommended by Toshiba as they may cause electrical or fire hazards Do Not Use Near Water Do not use the PCX5000 near water for example near a bathtub sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Do Not Place Near a High Temperature Source Do not use the PCXS000 near a source of heat such as kitchen rango a fireplace or a radiator Use Caution in Mounting the PCX5000 Do not place the PCX5000 on an unstable surface The PCX5000 may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to tno POX5000 Use Care when Mounting on the wall When mounting the modem to the wal take extra precautions to assure the modem is mounted secur
25. by tno Cable Service Provider PCX5000 p Advanced Setup ED p E D VU M cec uis Sari 25 6 Some CSP s may require xed IP addresses for your computer gateway and DNS Server s In this case your cable operator wil provide you with these addresses and they may be entered on the Advanced Setup page To access this page uncheck the Get configuration automatically using DHCP box Note You must enter the IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway and Preferred DNS Server when manually entering the router settings IP Address This is the fixed address of the PCX5000 for access to the Intemet Your CSP should supply this address Subnet Mask Your CSP should supply this number Default Gateway The address ofthe router at your CSP that provides the gateway to the Intemet Your CSP should supply this address TOSHIBA Preferred DNS Server This is the address of the Domain Name System DNS server The DNS server transiales an address name ike yahoo com into a numerical address Your CSP should supply this address Alternate DNS Server This is the address of an alternate DNS server If available This optional setting is supplied by your CSP After entering this information make sure to click the Apply button to activate the changes The Systems My Network pago is used to assign tho IP addresses for your LAN
26. can located in the Applications Utiites folder Launch the AlrPort Setup Assistant application by double clicking the icon Solect Set up your Computer to join an existing AirPort network Press the Continue button The Solup Assistant wil scan for nearby 802110 wrless base stations If te PCXS000 is in rango it will respond with message announcing it has joined the network it he AirPort Assistant cannot find a wireless network verily tne Macintosh isin range of the 00 and that the PCXSOO0 has had the Wireless option tumed on see PCXS000 Wireless Configuration Step 3 At the Macintosh desktop select the Apple icon at the top right of tho screen on System Preferences and select and lick on the Network icon at the top of the Configuring the panel Then select AirPort in the Show Choice box Select the TCP IP tab and select Using DHCP in the Configure choice box Step 4 While in the Network Panel select the AirPort tab Verly the Wireless Network Name ol tho PCX5000 default is PCXS0007 in the Preferred Network text entry The PCXS000 should be listed as one of the available networks recognized by the AirPort card Stop 5 You should now be able to access the Internet You should immediately enable wireless encryption With 10 100 Ethernet connection Open location htos 192 468 100 1 Proceed now to the PCX5000 Wireles
27. cess from the Internet to your intemal network for specific port ranges you must creato a new Allow rule If you wish o block outgoing access from your internal network to the Internet for specie port ranges you must create a new Block nie TOSHIBA Appendix Frequently Asked Questions Q have forgotten my password What should I do Reset your PCX5000 to factory defaults using the Reset button The Reset button is located behind the 000 and should be pressed unti to device reboots in about 10 seconds Note fat all the configuration information you entered previously wil have to be re entered Where can download the driver for my PCX5000 If you are only using the 10 100 Ethernet interface to connect your computers to the PCX5000 here is no spacial driver needed on the computers you are using the USB interface to connect computer to the PCX5000 you must install the PCXS000 USB Driver for Microsoft Windows SBSE 2000 Me or XP Drivers far each of these operating systems are included in the CD ROM packaged with this product You may download new versions of the USB drivers through the support web site htp waw toshiba comAaisnod supportidownloads him Do I need to turn off the PCX50007 No you can leave PCX5000 powered up however you should power down the PCX5000 and Your computers during an electrical lghiing storm low do I share my Internet connection between severa
28. ck on the Network and Internet Connections icon Step 3 In the Network and Internet Connections window cllc on the Network Connections icon located in tha lower right corner of the window Step 4 In tho Network Connections window Glick on the Local Area Connection for your Ethemet adapter Then cick on the Properties button in the Local Area Connection Status panel In the Local Area Connections Properties panel select internet Protocol TCP IP item and then cick the Properties button E Step 5 the Intemet Protocol TCP IP Properties panel select Obtain an IP address automatically Click the OK button at the bottom of the panel Close each panel by pressing the OK buttons Siep 6 You should now be able to access the PCX5000 configuration pages Launch the browser and location B p 19268 1001 Proceed Configuring the PCX5000 Gateway section of this manual TOSHIBA Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration The following screens describe how to configure the network settings fora Macintosh OS 9 computer Macintosh OS 9 Configuration Ethernet Settings Step 1 At the Macintosh desktop click the Appio icon at the top loft of the screen select Control Panel and then cick on the TCPIP isting on the side panel Step 2 the TOPIP Setup Etomot panel select the Ethernet you are using
29. e PCX5000 does not have the capability to dial and connect via tho telephone network However once connected to the Internet via the CATV network tha PCX5000 does support VPN pass through allowing the VPN software in your PC be used to direct connect your PC to your company s VPN via the internet Q How do I use the PCX5000 with an existing router You may use the PCX5000 in bridge mode The PCX5000 wil operate solely as a cable modem and route traffic to an external router See What is bridge mode Q Does the 5000 support IPX or AppleTalk A No the PCXS000 only supports the TCP IP protocol with Apple products Can I use non Windows PC or PDA to connect with the PCX50007 A Yos as long as that device supports the TCP IP protocol Q What is unique about the PCX5000 Internet security solution A Most cable and DSL routers implement only Network Address Translation NAT rather than fullladged Stateful Inspection firewall protection The PCX5000 uses SofaWare technology based Check Point Software Technologies onterprise strongth firewall Running this advanced firewall enables the PCXS000 to Enforce a strict security policy on all inbound and outbound Internet traffic allowing into the network authorized traffic and only that Support numerous common consumer applications and protocols Protect from denial of service attacks Log intrusion attempts What Is the security pol
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31. e nanan bar I to te malartunenons tne hop To nor cat Yar PCX5000 enables you to ertonco your Sure scuto male Searles Saledrponng ah 9 Toles mere tenero upgrade the ot your CXS dk must be cerned io e Lm Advanced capabiltios provided by the SofaWare security upgrade include Enhanced security reporting and diagnostics for your home network lt High medium and low settings for firewall security Simplified specification of ports and protocols needed by applications such as ftp and hip servers that you may host at home Reports Pages The reports pages are a sel of screens that display a history of events concerning your home network Event Log a list of computers active on the home network Active Computers and Current connections between the computers and the Intemet Active Connections The Event Log lits activities monitored by the PCXS000 including startup connections made by your computers blocked connections and attempts made by external users who may be trying to break into your network TOSHIBA The Active Computers page iists computers on your home network that have been recognized by the PCX5000 and are allowed to access tho internet Prossing the Licenses button wil ist the number of licensed users authorized with the SolaWare Safe Home upgrade
32. e toa Seve Center Ment by eet a new product key Cie TOSHIBA Enter Product Key re Prot kn Ext mtema on how te ana it iy ek here Ey UTP susesshiy updated stand lone Your new pei Safe Home Stand None PCX users Cik Fri toe he Then the new screen appears lt Enter your product key that you bought beforehand at the SetaWare Web ste 5 Click Next 8 Then the new screen appears The new screen appears For more information upgrade options please access tho following Web site http www sofaware comipe x5000 upgrade TOSHIBA PCX5000 Wireless Configuration The PCX5000 includes an embedded 802 1 1b wireless access point to provide wireless connectivity to the Intemel Tho Wireless Settings page is used to set the parameters needed for a wireless network PCK5000 Ls Wireless Enabled check box When checked the wireless 802 116 network is on When unchecked the wireless 802 1 1b network is ol Wireless Net Name entry box Also called tho ESSID the Wireless Net Name is the unique namo shared by devices on the wireless network Al wireless devices on the network MUST uso the Same Wireless Net Name to communicate with each other and the access point The name can be up to 32 characters long By default the PCX5000 usos 000 as the Wireless Nat Name Exclude Other Nets c
33. ely If the modem is not mounted securely and the modem falls it may cause serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the PCX5000 Do Not Use Near Medical Equipment Do not operate the modem near equipment that is susceptible electrical interference or is used for medical purposes Do not use tho modem near a pacemaker or a patient care area in tho hospital Ground the Cable Systems Be sure that the outside cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and buil up static charges Section 810 of tho national Electric Code ANSINFPA No 70 1984 Section 54 of tho Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the cable systems TOSHIBA A Important Information disconnect the RF cable from your PCX5000 while the power to your modem Is on Walt at least 10 seconds between disconnecting and reconnecting the PCX5000 with the power adapter Unplug the PCX5000 from the wall outlet carefully as the AC adapter may be hot Use and Maintenance Unplug Power Before Cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Keep Objects of Openings Never push objects of any kind into tho PCX5000 through openings such as the ventilation holes as they may touch high voltage circuits and short ouf parts which could result in a fire or electric Shock Never spil liquid on the PCX5000 Protect From Lig
34. ess to objectionable Web sites Email ant vius services that scan email attachments before they are downloaded to your Q How do I upgrade my PCX5000 To upgrade your PCX5000 you will need to purchase an upgrade http w sofaware com pex5000 uporade After you have completed tho purchase process and have a product key proceed with the folowing stops 1 Open the PCX5000 configuration page at hitp 182 168 100 1 2 In the let hand menu click on System In the top menu click on Upgrade 4 Click on the Upgrade button 5 Choose the upgrade option Upgrade by entering a new product key 6 Enter your product key After completing these stops you should notice that the user interlace includes the new features of the upgrade such as multiple security policies and detailed reporting TOSHIBA Q How will I be notified of new firmware upgrades Your cable operator wil automatically apply frmware updates Q What is router mode A Router mode allows all of your computers to share a single IP address This single shared IP address WAN IP is provided by your CSP The PCX5000 will dynamically assign local addresses to all of your computers and enable them to share your connection In router modo the PCXS000 implements Stateful Inspection Firewall to protect all your computers from unauthorized access from tho Internet The PCX5000 is shipped with router mode enabled Q What is bridge mode
35. eys and the popular 4 encryption algorithm as described in the IEEEB02 11 standard Wireless devices without a valid WEP key wil be excluded from network traffic TOSHIBA STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC NETWORK PRODUCTS DIVISION FOR THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA Woataretheterme and duration o tnis Limited Warranty Rica Syene me wart to he trst end user cure Pat Pis Toshiba DOCSIS PCXS00D rod attra corp uze ler aperiodol mes eam ast mhen puch new von TAIS ora TAS aura reseter e Una Stas Waren st Caro Az Tvec yeu stad Waray sal te v roa so pofam s warantd ding e waranty pera TAS wil soon reps o Pe Produet at no 1o you excep provided besa Dunno hewararyperad TAI wi tepai or replace dece Product o panis wih new rrecandigned Product er t optan opr replacement or he Produet te pertrmad by amp a TAS Sene Pode Pradet oraris wit r perormarce lo Pe gal Proctor prs Al airal Prout or pars seed TAIS bec ope TAS Ary elc pated Pro pas wae Te ons as tired er a perked a aney S days de he date ol rapar at o er De remainder ol Pc istis not covered y Limited Warranty Lines DOES NOT INCLUDE oss or rnacement 1o correct any damag
36. g the PCX5000 Wal Configuring Your Computers Instaling the Ethernet Connections Installing the USB Drivers Configuring the Computer for Wireless Operation Windows Network Configuration Network Configuration for Windows 98SE and Windows Me Network Configuration for Windows 2000 Network Configuration for Windows XP Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration Macintosh OS 9 Configuration Macintosh OS X Configuration Configuring the PCXS000 Gateway The PCXS000 Administration Pages PCXS000 Wireless Configuration SolaWare Advanced Security Features Appendix Frequently Asked Questions LED Diagnostics Specifications Regulatory Glossary STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY End User License Agreement TOSHIBA Introduction Congratulations on your new purchase Your new Toshiba DOCSIS Wireless Cable Modem Gateway wil provide you with high speed access lo the through your cable TV network allowing you to access your favorte sites at a fraction of te lime it takes radional telephone modems In addition your service wil be always connected and Internet access may be shared with multiple computers Those two features ive you the information you want when you want L and your telephone line is kept roo The PCX5000 is one product that contains a Cable Modem RouterHub Firewall and Wireless Access Point The integration of these devices allows you to install a Secure home computer network at min
37. he PCX5000 wireless base station it wil display a panel stating The AirPort Assistant is now ready to configure your computer to access the network PCXS000 Press the Go Ahead button lo proceed Step 2 At the Macintosh Desktop double aiek the Macintosh HD icon and navigate to the AirPort Setup Assistant icon located inthe Applications Utities Assistanis folder Launch te AlrPort Setup Assistant appicaton by double clicking the icon Select Setup your computer to join an existing AirPort network Press ino right arrow button to Continue aD m Emm Ej Step 4 After several seconds you will be notified that the AirPort Assistant was successful and prompted to press to Connect Now button After pressing the Connect Now bution your browser should launch automaticaly Step 5 You should now be able to access the Internat You should immediately enable wireless encryption With a 10 100 Ethernet connection open location htp 192 168 100 1 Proceed now to the PCX5000 Wireless Configuration section of this manual to set the wireless security options TOSHIBA Macintosh OS X Configuration Ethernet Settings The following screen shots give an example of how to configure the network settings fora Macintosh OS X computer Step 1 At the Macintosh des
38. heck box When checked the PCXS000 will only recognize wireless devices whose network name exactly matches the one entered inte the Wireless Net Name entry box Wireless devices whose network name does not match allowed to connect to the network When unchecked the PCX5000 allows wireless devices whose network matches and wireless devices whose network name is ANY to connect All other network names wil be rejected Wireless Channel selection box Selects the wireless channel to use Valid selections are 1 to 11 The default 6 Note You may change the Wireless Channel number when other wireless devices or access Points exist in adjacent area Enable Wireless Encryption check box When unchecked wireless encryption is disabled When checked the PCX5000 will utlize encryption to secure the wireless connection Enabling wireless encryption wil expand the Wireless Settings configuration page Important Information Leaving the Enable Wireless Encryption check box unchecked may allow unauthorized user to gain access to your home network It Is strongly recommended to enable wireless encryption you are using a wi access device TOSHIBA When wireless encryption is enabled the Wireless Settings page expands to include encryption options PCX5000 nar go Exclude Unencrypted check box When checked only wireless devices
39. htning Unplug the PCX5000 during a lightning storm or when leaving it unattended and unused for a long period Remove the power adapter from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system This will prevent damage to the PCX5000 due to lightning and power line surges Take care not to touch the metal portion of PCX5000 or cables in a lightning storm Service Do Not Remove Covers Do not attempt to service the PCX5000 yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Removing the cover will VOID your warranty Reter Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel under the Conditions Listed Below If the power supply cord or plug is damaged f liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the PCX5000 the PCX5000 has been exposed to rain or water if the PCX5000 does not operate normally as per the operating instructions If the PCX5000 has been dropped or the case has been damaged When the PCX5000 exhibits distinct change in operation such as the inability to complete ts self test Require Safety Check Upon completion any service or repairs to the PCX5000 ask tho service technician to perform the recommended safety checks to verify that the PCX5000 is in a safe operating condition Security Precautions The PCX5000 provides your home network with the highest level of security However no product provide you with absol
40. icy enforced by the PCX5000 firewall The default security policy of the PCX5000 firewall blocks traffic initiated from the outside of your home network and allows outgoing traffic initiated from your homo computers except for NetBIOS Microsoft fle and printer sharing protocol The advanced security version trom SolaWare supports these preset security levels Low All outbound is allowed All inbound traffic is blocked except for ICMP echo s ping Medium outbound traffic is allowed except for Windows sharing NBT ports 137 138 139 and 445 All inbound traffic is blocked High Restrictions apply to outbound traffic allowing only Web traffic HTTP HTTPS Email POPS SMTP FTP NNTP Telnet DNS IKE 2746 UDP and 256 TCP trafic All inbound traffic is blocked Note The default policy of ho standard product is Medium TOSHIBA What do need to do in order to host a web or mall server behind the PCX5000 To enable remote access to web server behind the cable modem you will need to open the firewall for incoming web traffic with these instructions 1 Open the PCX5000 configuration page at htp 192 168 100 1 2 Inthe left hand menu click on Security 3 I the top menu cick on Allow 4 Inthe Ports text box 80 5 From the Protocol dropdown menu choose 6 In the Home IP text box type the IP address for the computer you wil use for your
41. if you are using the DHCP function in the PCXS000 The default setting for the DHCP server is Enabled PCXS000 amm My Network rw The DHCP server works only when the Firewal NAT is turned as described in the Security Firewall web page If you already have a DHCP server on your LAN set the DHCP server setting to Disabled I you are using diferent address with your DHCP server enter that internal network address in the My Network fils Note I you change Internal Network address to yyy zzz he Gateway IP address wil always be 222 254 Regardless ofthe Internal Network Address setting the IP address of PCX5000 configuration Web pages will remain 192 168 100 1 TOSHIBA The System Password page is used to change the login password for accessing the PCX5000 configuration Web pages PCX5000 Password System Upgrade page is used to upgrade the PCX5000 security features 000 pm Upgrade Yes estt zu trees Soest mate ne INGE State aep nm San ron o gatean qi lan reri acre Cm Additional security features are available through the SotaWare ELE upgrade option Clicking this Your PCXS000 cre congrea wh te button wil curent cena potus upgrade options esee eid To upgrade your PCX5000 E Jons below to grae un 1 Select Upgrade by entering a new product key Ser
42. imal cost and effort Features DOCSIS Cerified Cable Modem Ethernet Switch with four 10 100 BaseT interfaces 802 11 Wireless interface with Built in antenna 64 and 128 bit encryption USB interface for Microsoft Windows 98SE 2000 Me and XP Buitin Configurable Firewall and Router with Network Address Transiaion NAT Packet Inspection DMZ Support Pin hole Functionality for Networked Applications DHCP Server tor up to 25 Clients Embedded HTTP Management and Administration Interface Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98SE 2000 and XP MAC OS 9 and OS X Free Technical Support 3 Year Limited Warranty System Requirements 100 120V S0 60H AC Power Source Microsoft Windows 985 2000 and XP MAC OS 9 or OS X based compute A CD ROM Drive in ono computer win a 10 10 Eiomat or USB Interlace One of te folowing in each networked computer A000 Ethemel interface USB Interface Windows OS 1 16 Wiles Inertace Contact Information Support Information 949 583 3223 49 583 3507 Web hilp oshibaeablemadems buscom neulorm techselup html Sales Information Phone 949 461 4840emai cablesalas networks toshiba com Web Page httpuInetworks toshiba com TOSHIBA Important Rules for Safe Operation n addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your Toshiba PCXSO00 safely is a major factor in the design of every product However safely
43. in If you have accessed the PCX5000 configuration page before the screen above appears Enter your password and click OK Note You wil be automatically logged of after 10 minutos if no user input is received You wil need o re enter your password in order lo access the 000 administration pages TOSHIBA PCX5000 Welcome Page gay Welcome to TOSHIBA S PCX5000 TREE ces ys nayan ny emang e Swa yas ru Ye Eco Pe Sons Tages Tft sme pagaen bar anan conas isn apr snakes e napana Sek ud ou ence yor Sot sc s emm prd te sheanar upya Scary tyr eco ek Once the correct password has been entered you may access each of the PCX5000 administration pages The Main Menu Side Bar located on the left side of the web page is used to navigate to a particular configuration section Main Menu Side Bar Detail Welcome Th ia sn Frowal contguraton pages Sytem Rouerandpasewamieontgwalon nd security css Status PCX5000 status information se m Logout S Ext te s t ste TOSHIBA The Security pages aro used for configuring the firewall 000 ppm 1 m POSTO entes euo pur Suam senl Stes rae aves ORG Sgt up mote gat wits panel an ant uris ace comse
44. ing the USB drivers 1 Select Search for the Best Driver for your device and click Next 2 Select CD ROM drive and click Next 3 Windows should then begin installation 4 Click Finish to completo the installation The following is an example for Windows 2000 Windows S8SE and XP operating systems should operato in the same way Windows 2000 USB Driver Installation Example Step 1 Shorty after restarting your computer You should see te following pop up window lel s Step 2 Altera few seconds the Found New actor Hardware Wizard wil prompt you through the n shiver install process Press the Next button n The nes det of wa prompt youl W posue specify the location of the diver Seed Search for a sultable driver for my device See recommended press Next and then select CD ROM drives for the driver location TOSHIBA Step 3 Windows wil search the CD ROM comeing pa rouna now drive for the USB driver When it has found aa Wa the driver it will prompt you to go ahead wih dorem the installation Press Ine Next button again Step 4 The process will repeat for installing the Toshiba 5000 Cable Modem networking support When the instalation is completo you should see the folowing window on the nr Stop 5 Press the Finish bution Your may row proceed to the Windows Networking Em Configura
45. ith the PCX5000 of your computers can share your high speed connection The PCX5000 also includes advance socurt features such as a Stateful Inspection firewall that can protect your personal information and your equipment malicious damage by hackers The PCX5000 Statelul Inspection firewall is inteligent enough to know what applications should be allowed to access your network and those that should be excluded What is DOCSIS Data Over Cable Service Interface Specifications DOCSIS defines interface requirements for cable modems involved in high speed data distribution over cable television network On November 17 1997 Cable Television Laboratories Inc CableLabs and its members established a formal path o certication for cable modem equipment suppliers to obtain an interoperability seal for their products based on the DOCSIS specification This certification process provides cable modem equipment suppliers with a last marketorienied method for attaining cable industry acknowledgment of compliance with DOCSIS TOSHIBA Getting Started Contacting your Cable Provider Please in mind that you wil need to your cable interet provider before using the new Toshiba PCX600D even f ou have cable modem has curent tanning wih your computer Package Contents for the PCX5000 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway Make sure that you have received folowing hems Contact your dealer immediately any em is mis
46. k Change modems password System Password Upgrade firewall security System gt Uporade Enable wireless encryption Wireless You may also check the PCX5000 status View firewall report see Socurty Roport View Intemet statistics Security gt Report View modem Status Status access the PCX5000 Web page 1 Launch Web browser internet Explorer 5 0 or later recommended on a computer connected to the PCX5000 2 Go to address hipi 192 168 100 1 The PCX5000 Welcome page wil appear TOSHIBA The PCX5000 Administration Pages This section describas how to access the PCX5000 settings through the browser interface PCXS000 Welcome Toese meran cr grae pea a Login for the first timo f you ara accessing the PCX5000 for the first time or have reset the modem to t factory defaults you wil be prompted for a login password Enter the password of your choice into the dialog box Retain this password for future reference You wil need to enter this password to access the PCX5000 internal settings Note Write down the password in a secure place as you wil need it again to make changes to the POXS000 configuration If you forget your password you may reset your PCX5000 to factory defaults using the Reset button see igure 2 The Reset bution is located behind the PCX5000 and Should be pressed for at least 10 seconds untl the modem reboots PCX5000 Log
47. ktop select the Apple icon a tho top left of the screen click System Preferences then select and lick on tha NetWork icon at the top of the panel Step 2 In the Network panel Select Active Network Ports in the Show choice box io verily your networking interfaces Bullin Ethernet Add on Ethernet or AlrPort are active Step 3 Then select the Ethemet port you are using to connect your Macintosh to the PCX5000 in the Show choice box The default portis Built in Ethernet Cick on the TCP IP tab and select Using DHCP in the Configure choice box m x E aed Step 4 Click the Apply Now button atthe bottom right comer of he menu Step 5 You should now be able to access the PCX5000 configuration pages Launch the browser supplied with tho Macintosh and Open location npJ 192 168 1001 Proceed now lo the Configuring the PCX5000 Gateway section ofthis manual TOSHIBA Macintosh OS X AirPort Settings I you are using tho AirPort wireless connection first verily the PCXSO00 wireless link is turned on Reter to tho PCXS000 Wireless Configuration page in this manual Step t Inthe Macintosh OS X toolbar located at top of tho desktop select the AkPort broadcast icon and choose Turn AirPort On N 9 im AirPort On Step 2 AL the Macintosh desktop double cick on he Macintosh HD icon and navigate io Tho AirPort Setup Assistant i
48. l PCs Simply connect your computers to the PCX5000 and set assign IP address automatically in each of the computers local network settings The PCX5000 runs a DHCP server that wil automatically assign unique IP addresses to all your computers and allow them to connect to the internet at the same ime Can I change the internal IP address range of my PCX50007 Yos you may change the internal subnet range When doing so the gateway IP address will change automaticaly to be the last address on your now subnet For example you change your Subnet range to 10 0105 the internal IP address of the gateway wil automaticaly change 10 10 010 254 Please refer to the Configuring the PCXS000 Gateway section of the manual Noto Tho IP address of the PCX5000 web configuration page does not change Iiis fixed at 192 168 100 1 Q How do I configure a PC with a static IP address fo configure a PC with a static IP address use the upper IP range cx 128 xx 253 reserved for that purpose The PCX5000 will not dynamically assign any other PC with these IP addresses Remember to set the subnet mask 255 255 255 0 gateway IP default is 192 168 100 254 and DNS addresses as provided by your service provider TOSHIBA Q dial into my home network using the PCX5000 A No the PCX5000 does not have tho capability to dial and connect via the telephone network Q Can dial into my company s VPN using the PCX5000 No th
49. nit does cause harmful Interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on tho user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by ono or more of tho following Reorient or relocate tho receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that Io which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or experienced radio TV technician for heip TOSHIBA Glossary 10 100BaseT 10 100 Ethernet Unsnieided isted pair cable with an 8445 connector used with Ethomet LAN 10 100 indicates ual speed 10 Mops or 100 Mbps Base refers to Baseband technology and means twisted pair cab Cable TV Coax Cable that wide bandwith transmission over long distances Coaxial cable coax comprises an iner conductor surrounded by insulation An outer conductor wraps around ino insulation ch covered by an outer paste covering Dice Any machine requires unique IP address to connect to tho temet using Interet Protocol Dynamic Host Contiouration Frotocol DHCP s a communications protocol assigns Internet Protocol P addresses to computers on network DHCP uses ne concept ease or amount timo that a given IP address il bo valid or a computer A DMZ domitaized zone alows one computer to exposed to the Iemet example of sing DMZ would bo exposing
50. on of this manual before proceeding to the Windows Network Configuration sections you are connecting to the PCX5000 via the Eihemet connections and already have the Ethernet hardware configured on your computers you may power up your computers and proceed to the Windows Network Configuration or Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration section It you plan to use a wireless connection please refer to PCX5000 Wireless Configuration Sections of this manual before proceeding to the section Windows Network Configuration or Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration section Once you have completed these stops you should be able to connect to the Internet at high speed 1 you aro stil having problems making your connection please refer to the Q amp A section at the end of this owner s manual TOSHIBA Mounting the PCX5000 on a Wall You hang tha PCX5000 on a wal with two mounting screws Pick site on the wall while noting the following Position the unit where Wis easy to sae the LEDs Select a place whore the AC power adapter may rest a flat surface Do not allow the AC adapter to hang from the cord Position the mounting screws as follows referring to figure 5 below Place the screws level with each other at a distance of 4 3 4 inches Leave the head of screw rising 3 16 s of an inch out of the wall Mount the PCXS000 on the screws Note Wall mounting hardware is
51. ransmitted is determined by the bandwidth of the transmission System Tho pair of wires used in a telephone connection has a greatly limited bandwidth because of her electrical characteristics When a device called a modem is connected between the computer output and the phone line it generates an electrical wave whose strength and phase change instep with the highs and lows of the computers digital output I is because of the smoothness of the resultant signal that a higher data rate can be transmitted A cable modem modulates and demodulatos electrical signals in the samo way that the telephone modem does However since coaxial cable can transmit much higher trequencies cable modems are far more complex Nono of the activity caused by the PCX5000 disturbs your regular cable TV reception How does the PCX5000 connect to a computer The 10 100 Ethernet connection USB connection and 802 11b wireless connection used in this device are emerging as the most popular means of networking computers together and to the Internet How does the PCX5000 differ from a stand alone DOCSIS cable modem The standalone cable modem is designed to connect one computer The PCX5000 is designed to connect multiple computers using 10 100 Ethernet USB and 802 11b wireless interlace For standalone cable modems you typically need to purchase an additional networking device called a router to connect more than one computer to the cable modem W
52. rmation regarding the enhanced firewall functionality available through the SofaWare upgrade The SotaWare upgrade provides more detailed reports on intrusion Statistics for your firewall The Systemsiinternet page shows the current Internet connection status If you have successfully connected to the Internet the Status field should display Connected and tho IP address of the PCX5000 will be displayed PCX5000 Select intomat paso Internet ens Een orn g ETT Saec eres Address 00908378410 It you are having trouble making an Intemel connection you may need to specily Host Some CSP s Cable Service Providers require you to enter host name to access their network With a Windows you may ideally the host name of your computer by right clicking the Start button in the tool bar selecting Explore and clicking on the Network Neighborhood icon Windows 98SE or or My Network Places icon Windows 2000 XP TOSHIBA a host name is required click the Advanced Setup button on the PCX5000 Systemiinternet page The following screen will appear that wil allow you to enter the host 5000 prm TE I aucem seria urn The Get configuration automatically using DHCP check box should be left checked When enabled tho PCX5000 wil automatically configure its routing settings based on the information provided
53. s Configuration section of this manual to sel the wireless security options PCX5000 Gateway TOSHIBA The following sections describe howto configure the network and security settings for the PCX5000 You should be able to access these settings once you have completed the Ethernet or USB installation for your computer In most cases you wil not need to change the default settings ofthe PCX5000 It you plan to uso the wireless access capability of the PCX5000 please review the PCX5000 Wireless Configuration section to sel your security parameters The default settings do not protect your home network from an attack by an unauthorized wireless user The PCX5000 contains an embedded Web server that allows you to change its configuration The PCXSOD0 configuration web pages may be accessed through any Internet browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 0 or later recommended These web pages are password protected to prevent unauthorized changes The PCX5000 configuration options are available in these web page locations Configuration Option POXS000 Web page location the firewall default On See Secutlly gt Fiewall Web page Setup access rules Securty gt Alow Setup DMZ Demiitarized Zone Security gt DMZ Setup host name System gt internet Advanced Setup Setup fixed IP addresses for modem PC s System gt Internet gt Advanced Setup Change modems DHCP server settings System gt My Networ
54. signal is converted so that s compatible win the bor media coaxial cable then runs tough fe branches of ne work and is inaly home HUS A devico used to connect mulie computers to the PCX5000 inernet Acalecton of interconnected networks used for worldwide computer based communications IP address A unique 32 it address assigned to every device in a network An IP Interet Protocol address has wo pants 1 a address and 2 a host address Each network is assigned an address by a government agency and each company administrator assigns an address to each host computer TOSHIBA Address The MAC Media Access Control address is a computer s unique hardware number When connected to the Internet from your computer a mapping relates your IP address to your computer s physical MAC address on to LAN Modem registration The process the Toshiba PCX5000 uses to make itself known to the headend equipment Once authorized by the router the modem is assigned upstream and downstream channels for dala communication Network Address Translation NAT is the translation or mapping of an IP address to a different IP address NAT is used to map several internal IP addresses lo single IP address thereby sharing a Single IP address assigned by the CSP among several computers Stateful Inspection Network Address Translation NAT implementation supports hundreds of pre defined applications and protocols
55. sing or damaged One Toshiba PCX5000 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway One 10 100BaseT LAN Cable 6 feet One USB Cable 5 feet One AC Power Adapter One CD ROM containing One Quick Start Guide Ono Warranty Statement TOSHIBA PCX5000 Front and Rear View T Note The external antenna is optional Front View ligure 1 SSS i LX X Rear View figure 2 TOSHIBA CD ROM Contents The included CD ROM contains Owner s Manual PDF USB Drivers tor Windows 98SE 2000 Me and XP Acrobat A Reader Software This CD ROM is readable by Windows and Macintosh computers Important Information DO NOT insert this CD ROM into a music CD player as that may cause damage to your ears or the music CD player Viewing the Owner s Manual This owners manual is in the PDF format To view this manual perform the following steps d Insert the CD ROM into your computer s CD divo 2 Open the fle PCXSO00 pdf in tho folder Manual 3 The Adobe ActobalG Reader Software should launch automaticaly The Acrobat Reader must already be installed on your computer TOSHIBA Setting Up Your PCX5000 and Computers The steps for connecting your PCXS000 to your home computer network are as follows 1 Install the PCXS000 in your cable TV and home computer network 2 Configure your computers Ethernet USB or wireless interfaces 3
56. tion section Important Information It you have trouble installing the USB drivers for your new PCX5000 you may have inadvertently installed the USB Composite Device Driver that Windows 985E automatically loads To correct this problem please execute the following instructions USB Composite Driver Removal Make sure that the USB cable is plugged into your compute Restart your computer At he Windows desktop click on the Start button select Settings and then Control From inside the Control Panel choose System Choose the tab on the top of the screen for Device Manager Click ina next to Universal Serial Bus Controllers Click USB Composite Device to select it and choose Remove Once the USB Composite Device is removed restart your computer and follow the instructions staring with the Preparation section of this page Configuring the Computer for Wireless Operation Please refer to the specie coniguraion instructions included wih your wireless device for instalation instruction Wireless device must bo 802 11b N FI complant to be used wih PCXS000 These devices can bo a PCI card a PCMCIA card or USB based wireless access device The default settings for your wireless device to communicate with the PCX5000 are as follows Wireless Enabled or On Wireless Network Name also called the ESSID PCX5000 Encryption Disabled Channel 6 Mode Infrastructure Your wireloss
57. ute protection against a determined effort to break into your system We recommend using additional security precautions such as encrypting fles and folders to protect highly valuable or sensitive information you are using the wireless access capability of the PCXS000 and the wireless security options encryption and access control are disabled an unauthorized user can penetrate your computers with remote wireless device See the section PCX5000 Wireless Configuration in this manual to set the appropriate wireless security parameters Range of Wireless Communication The range of the wireless signal may vary according to the actual radio conditions at the location where the wireless LAN product is installed The range of wireless devices may be affected by metal Suraces and high density materials such as concrete walls Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal TOSHIBA Overview The PCX5000 provides you with high speed data communications over the television cable network by following the widely accepted DOCSIS standard This standard as defined by CabloLabs a combination of high performance and interoperability among all major cable system operators in North America How does the PCX5000 work Digital signals are represented by high and low electrical voltage levels The speed of how fast these levels can switch and stil be t
58. web server 7 Repeat the process using port number 25 SMTP for the protocol and entering tho IP address for your server 8 lo apply the allow rules created Using the advanced security upgrade from SofaWare the folowing procedure should be used Open tho PCX5000 configuration page p 182 188 100 1 In the lett hand menu click on Security In the top menu click on Servers Check the Allow checkbox for the Web Server application In the Home IP lox box type the IP address fr the computer you will use or your web server Click Ad to apply the allow rules created Internet users wil need to connect to your web server through the external IP address of the cable modem assigned by your cable provider You wil need to register a domain name with your provider 10 make it easy for external users to find your site otherwise hoy wil need to uso an IP address Q How is the configuration and management performed for the PCX50007 The PCX5000 is managed locally from its Web based interface or centrally by the service provider Q What additional subscription services are avallable for my PCXS0007 Select cable service providers may offer add on subscripton security services options that include Enhanced Firewall security services such as proactive security policy updates that keep your firewall up to date against the latest attacks Parental control services that block acc
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