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Amped wireless RTA15 User Manual

User’s Guide
High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................... 3
GETTING STARTED ....................................................... 4
Package Contents ........................................................... 4
LED Indicators ................................................................. 5
Back Panel Description ................................................... 6
BASIC SETUP GUIDE ..................................................... 7
5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS .............................................. 20
Basic Settings (5.0GHz) ................................................. 20
Basic Settings: Guest Networks (5.0GHz) ...................... 22
Security Settings (5.0GHz)............................................. 23
Advanced Settings (5.0GHz) .......................................... 24
Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (5.0GHz) ......................... 25
Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz) ........................... 26
Access Schedule (5.0GHz) ............................................. 27
2.4GHz WI-FI SETTINGS .............................................. 28
Basic Settings (2.4GHz) ................................................. 28
Basic Settings: Guest Networks (2.4GHz) ...................... 30
Security Settings (2.4GHz)............................................. 31
Advanced Settings (2.4GHz) .......................................... 32
Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (2.4GHz) ......................... 33
Wireless Coverage Controls (2.4GHz) ........................... 34
Access Schedule (2.4GHz) ............................................. 35
NETWORK SETTINGS ..................................................36
Local Network (LAN) ..................................................... 36
IPv6 Local Network (LAN) .............................................. 38
Internet Network (WAN) ............................................... 40
IPv6 Internet Network (WAN) ....................................... 42
Advanced Settings ......................................................... 44
SMART FEATURES ......................................................46
Block Websites .............................................................. 47
User Access (MAC Address Filtering) ............................ 48
User Access (IP Address Filtering) ................................. 49
USB STORAGE ............................................................50
USB Storage: Local Sharing ........................................... 50
USB Storage: FTP Server................................................ 54
FIREWALL SETTINGS ...................................................55
Port Filtering ................................................................. 56
Port Forwarding ............................................................ 57
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) ............................................. 58
Virtual LAN .................................................................... 59
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Denial of Service ........................................................... 60
QUALITY OF SERVICE ................................................. 61
ROUTING SETUP ........................................................ 62
MANAGEMENT FEATURES ......................................... 63
System Status................................................................ 64
Network Statistics ......................................................... 65
Dynamic DNS Settings ................................................... 66
System Clock ................................................................. 67
System Logs .................................................................. 68
Upgrade Firmware ........................................................ 69
Save and Reload Settings .............................................. 70
Password Settings ......................................................... 71
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION .........................................72
DEFAULT SETTINGS ....................................................73
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT INFORMATION ...74
WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION ..........90
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: sales@ampedwireless.com
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com
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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router Three Detachable 5dBi High Gain Antennas RJ-45 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Setup Guide
CD: User’s Guide, Installation Video, Setup Guide, Wi-Fi Analytics Android App Desktop Stand / Cable Organizer
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LED Indicators
(From bottom to top)
Power: Indicates when the Router is powered on. The LED will remain on.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When the WPS mode is activated the Power LED
blinks as it awaits a connection.
5.0GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or received over the wireless network.
2.4GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or received over the wireless network.
Internet Connection: Indicates when the Router is connected to a broadband
modem. The LED will blink rapidly when Internet traffic is transmitted or received.
Gigabit Wired Ports 1-4: Indicates when a networking device is connected to a wired
port on the back of the Router. The LED will blink rapidly when wired data traffic is transmitted or received.
USB Connection: Indicates when a USB storage device is connected to the USB port.
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Back Panel Description
Antenna Connectors (1-3): RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Attach the included high gain antennas to these connectors according to their respective numbers. (Mismatching the antennas with the wrong antenna connector port will negatively impact wireless performance.)
USB Port: Attach USB storage devices, such as USB flash drives and external hard drives, for file
sharing.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the Router. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the router back to factory settings.
WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration.
Wired Devices: Gigabit RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or network devices.
Modem: Gigabit RJ-45 port for connecting to your Broadband Modem.
Power: Power adapter port. Output: 12V 1A, Input: 100-240v.
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BASIC SETUP GUIDE
Setup Preparations
Disconnect and power off your existing router.
Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your broadband modem and its power outlet. If you do not have an existing router please continue to the next step.
Power off your Modem
Power off the modem by disconnecting the modem’s power adapter from the power outlet. If your modem has a backup battery, remove the backup battery from your modem. Do NOT power on the modem until prompted at a later step.
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Connect the Router to your Modem
Do NOT connect the power adapter to the Router at this time.
a) Use the included Ethernet cable and connect one end of the cable to your modem. b) Connect the other end of the cable to the blue “Modem” port on the Router.
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Power on your Modem
Plug in your modem’s power adapter and backup battery (if available):
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Attach the Antennas to their Specific Connectors on the Router
Attach the three included Antennas to their corresponding numbers:
a) Antenna 1 (5.0GHz only) to Antenna Port 1 b) Antenna 2 (2.4 and 5.0GHz) to Antenna Port 2 c) Antenna 3 (2.4GHz only) to Antenna Port 3
Attaching the Antennas incorrectly may cause the Router to not perform optimally
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Power On the Router and Connect it to your Computer
a) Connect the included grey Ethernet cable to an available port on your computer or connect to
the Router’s Wi-Fi Network: Amped_RTA15_2.4 or Amped_RTA15_5.0. Password: wireless
b) Attach the Power Adapter to the Router’s PWR port and a power outlet.
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Open your Web Browser to Access the Setup Wizard
a. Open your web browser. b. Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c. If the web menu fails to open, type in the
following IP address into your web address bar:
http://192.168.3.1
d. When prompted, enter the login and password.
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Welcome to the Dashboard
The Dashboard will provide you with the current status of the Router. If the Dashboard display shows that you
are connected to the Internet then you’re done. You
may begin to browse the web. If there is a problem with the connection or if you wish to configure Basic Settings:
Click Basic Setup to configure the following settings:
1) Internet Connection
2) Wireless Settings
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Confirm that your Router is connected to your Modem and that your antennas are attached to their corresponding antenna connectors. Click Next to begin.
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Configure your Internet Connection
Configure your Internet settings using the Automatic Configuration settings. The wizard will check the connection to your modem and attempt to automatically configure your Internet connection settings. If there is a problem with the connection, the wizard will provide you with information regarding the problem.
More advanced users may choose to configure their connections manually by selecting Manual Configuration. DSL users may require additional login information. Select the appropriate connection type and enter the required information.
Click Next to continue.
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If there was a problem with the Automatic Configuration, the wizard will notify you of the issue. If you continue to have problems, contact our support department at 888-573-8820.
If the Automatic configuration was successful, you will be directed to a Configuration Successful page.
Click Next to continue.
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Configure your Wireless and Security Settings
5.0GHz Wireless Settings:
The default SSID of the 5GHz wireless network is “Amped_RTA15_5.0”
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router will use this ID to identify your wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your 5GHz wireless network is “wireless”.
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key field. The key must be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings.
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2.4GHz Wireless Settings:
The default SSID of the 2.4GHz wireless network is “Amped_RTA15_2.4”
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router will use this ID to identify your wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your 2.4GHz wireless network is “wireless”.
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key field. The key must be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings. The Router will reboot. This process may take up to 1 minute. The page will automatically reload after the countdown. If it does not, you may need to refresh the page manually or check your connection to the router.
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Setup Summary
Once the Router has rebooted, it will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. It is recommended that you print this page for your records.
Open a new web browser window and check that you have access to the Internet.
At this time, you may disconnect from the Router and start a wireless connection.
If you have any wired devices that you would like to attach to the Router you may do so now as well.
Enjoy your Amped Wireless network.
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5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS
5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Basic Settings (5.0GHz)
The Basic Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your
5.0GHz local wireless network.
Disable 5.0GHz Wireless Connections: Disabling will turn off all
5.0GHz Wi-Fi activity. Users will no longer be able to connect wirelessly to your 5.0GHz network.
Band: Select the compatible Wi-Fi standard and speed for your wireless network.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the visibility of the router’s 5.0GHz network SSID. Users must manually enter the SSID to connect.
Data Rate: Sets the maximum wireless data rate that your network will operate on.
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Wireless Network ID (SSID): The name of your 5.0GHz wireless network.
Channel Number: Wi-Fi networks operate on specific wireless channels. Some network channels may have more interference than others. If your performance is unstable, try a different channel number. If you are using a repeater with this network, it is recommended you set a static channel, instead of using "Auto."
WMM: Prioritizes multimedia data over the wireless network.
Associated Clients: Shows the active users connected wirelessly to your 5.0GHz network.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Basic Settings: Guest Networks (5.0GHz)
Guest Networks: You may add additional names (SSID) to your Wireless Network with different characteristics for each SSID.
Each additional Network or SSID can have its own security, band and data rate settings. You may restrict users to specific SSIDs or provide access only to some users with lower bandwidth by changing the band (i.e. only allow 802.11b access to specific users).
Guest Networks may also be set with restrictions so that guests can only access the Internet and not the local network.
Associated Clients: View all computers and network devices that are connected to your network wirelessly.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Security Settings (5.0GHz)
The Security page allows you to change the type of wireless security settings for your 5.0GHz wireless network.
Using the drop down menu, you can select which network you wish to configure and may adjust the security settings below.
If you are using the Guest Network feature, you will be able to adjust the security settings for your additional SSIDs as well. (For 2.4GHz Guest Networks, view the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Settings menu)
Encryption Types:
WEP is rated as a low level encryption and is compatible with all wireless devices and operating systems. Using WEP may slow down your wireless performance.
WPA is a medium level encryption and is supported by most wireless devices and operating systems. WPA2 is a high level encryption and is supported by most wireless devices and operating systems. WPA Mixed Mode allows the use of both WPA and WPA2 at the same time.
If you are not sure which encryption type to use, we recommend you choose WPA/WPA2 Mixed Mode.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Advanced Settings (5.0GHz)
Advanced Wireless Settings should only be adjusted by technically advanced users. It is not recommended that novice users adjust these settings to avoid degrading wireless performance.
Fragment Threshold: The default and recommended setting is at 2346, meaning the Router will never fragment any frames that it sends to wireless users.
RTS Threshold: Adjusts the size of RTS data packets. Lower values reduce throughput, but allow the system to recover quicker from interference/collisions. Higher values provide the fastest throughput.
Beacon Interval: Indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the router to synch the wireless network.
Preamble Type: Defines the length of the Cyclic Redundancy Check for communication between the router and roaming wireless users.
IAPP: Inter-Access Point Protocol
STBC: Space Time Block Coding improves reception by coding the data stream in blocks.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (5.0GHz)
WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to make Wi-Fi setup simple and easy. Some wireless routers and adapters support this feature with varying names (i.e. one touch setup or WPS).
You may enable WPS setup here by selecting the type of WPS setup you wish to use. The Router supports all types of WPS setup:
Option A: Push button: You may push the WPS button on the web menu or use the physical button on the back of the Router.
Option B: PIN: Some wireless devices use PIN number to access wireless network. If your wireless device requests for a PIN number, use the PIN code located here.
Option C: Enter PIN: Some wireless devices require that you use a PIN number to add them to the wireless network. If your wireless device has a PIN number locate the number and enter in the field, then press Start Pin.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz)
Adjust the output power of the Router to control the coverage distance of your 5.0GHz wireless network. For a smaller coverage area, you can select a lower output power. For the maximum wireless coverage, select the 100% selection.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Access Schedule (5.0GHz)
Access Schedules will enable or disable your 5.0GHz wireless access at a set time based on your predefined schedule. This feature is often used for restricting access to all users (such as children, employees, guests) during specific times of the day for parental control or security reasons.
a. Enable Access Schedule b. Select which days you wish for your 5.0GHz Wi-Fi to be
available
c. Select the time frame during that day that you wish for
your 5.0GHz Wi-Fi to be available
d. Apply Changes
Note: Make sure you have already configured your Time Zone
Settings in order for your schedule to work correctly. Time Zone Settings can be adjusted from the web menu under Management > Time Zone Settings.
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2.4GHz WI-FI SETTINGS
2.4GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Basic Settings (2.4GHz)
The Basic Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your
2.4GHz local wireless network.
Disable 2.4GHz Wireless Connections: Disabling will turn off all
2.4GHz Wi-Fi activity. Users will no longer be able to connect wirelessly to your 2.4GHz network.
Band: Select the compatible Wi-Fi standard and speed for your wireless network.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the
visibility of the router’s 2.4GHz network SSID. Users must
manually enter the SSID to connect.
Data Rate: Sets the maximum wireless data rate that your network will operate on.
Wireless Network ID (SSID): The name of your 2.4GHz wireless network.
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Channel Number: Wi-Fi networks operate on specific wireless channels. Some network channels may have more interference than others. If your performance is unstable, try a different channel number. If you are using a repeater with this network, it is recommended you set a static channel, instead of using "Auto."
WMM: Prioritizes multimedia data over the wireless network.
Associated Clients: Shows the active users connected wirelessly to your 2.4GHz network.
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