SMC Networks Barricade SMC2804WBRP-G User Manual

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Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server

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8.8 | UPnP
The Barricade supports UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), a networking architecture that provides

compatibility amongst networking equipment. This feature allows an UPnP based operating system,
like Windows XP to automatically communicate with the Barricade g and open the required services

when needed.

NOTE: You will also need to enable this option for non-UPnP based operating systems for
Messenger pass-through mode. This will allow Voice, Video, and File Transfer options to work.


8.9 | Tools

Use the “Tools” menu to backup the current configuration, restore a previously saved
configuration, restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the Barricade.


8.9.1 | Configuration Tools


Backup: Backup saves the Barricade’s configuration to a file.

Restore: To restore settings from a saved backup configuration file.

Restore to factory defaults: Restores the Barricade settings back to the factory default settings.

8.9.2 | Firmware Upgrade
This tool permits easy downloading of the latest Firmware. Download the upgrade file from the

SMC website (www.smc.com) and save it to your hard drive. Browse for the file and then the click
[BEGIN UPGRADE] button.


NOTE: When the upgrade process has completed, check the Status page Information section to

confirm that the upgrade process was successful.

8.9.3 | Reboot
Click [REBOOT ROUTER] button to reboot the Barricade g. The reset will be complete when the

power LED stops blinking and the login page is displayed.

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