American Power Conversion WMR1000G User Manual

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APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router
Quick Installation Guide
Model Number WMR1000G
Part Number 990-2146-001
Warning: Be careful when using the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router for an extended period of time, as the unit can become hot.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router (Figure 1). This device provides connectivity up to 54 Mbps. It is designed for wireless mobile users needing Internet sharing and networking in mobile and home/small office applications.
Power LED
Wireless LED
Ethernet LED
Figure 1. APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile
Note: The purchaser must use the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router in full compliance with local laws and ordinances and guidelines established by the local service provider.
Power
Router
Ethernet
Mode Selector Switch:
Package Contents
• APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router
• 5-Volt, 2-Amp AC/DC Power Adapter
• Category 6 (CAT6) Ethernet Cable
• Quick Installation Guide.
• Documentation CD
• Universal Serial Bus (USB) Power Cable
Please contact the reseller if any of the listed items are missing from the packaging.
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Features and Benefits
• Internet connection to DSL or cable modem via a 10/ 100 Mbps Ethernet port
• IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b compliant – interoperable with multiple vendors equipment
• Provides roaming within 802.11b WAN/LAN environment
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) for dynamic Internet Protocol (IP) configuration, and domain name forwarding for domain name mapping
• Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall with client privileges, hacker prevention, and Network Address Translation (NAT). NAT also enables multi-user access with a single-user account, and virtual server functionality (providing protected access to Internet services such as Web, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), electronic mail and Telnet)
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) support using PPTP, L2TP or IPSec pass-through
• Easy setup through a Web browser on any operating system that supports Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
• Compatible with all popular Internet applications
• Can be powered using a USB cable or power adapter
• Integrates with APC’s TravelPower® Case (Figure 2) and is compatible with APC’s TravelPower Adapter.
Note: The TravelPower Case is sold separately and may or may not include the TravelPower Adapter, depending on the model purchased. For more information, go to www.apc.com.
Wireless Mobile Router
Figure 2. Wireless Mobile Router Connector to
APC’s TravelPower Adapter
TravelPower Case
TravelPower Adapter
System Requirements
To use the Wireless Mobile Router, required system elements are as follows:
• A computer that runs a Microsoft® Windows®-based Operating System (OS) or Apple™ Mac™ OS
• A Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer
5.0 or above, installed on one computer at the site for configuring the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router
• For wireless LAN connections, each computer must have a wireless network adapter installed
• Internet access from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) using a Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL), cable modem, or Large Area Network (LAN) with Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service (protocol for automating the configuration of computers that use TCP/IP)
• TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer in order to configure the Router or to access the Internet
Modes
The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router functions in the following modes (see the back panel for switch settings):
Access Point (AP) mode (switch position 1) to act as a wireless bridge between an existing LAN and a wireless user. It inherits the profile (security, user, etc.) of the existing LAN
AP/Router mode (switch position 2) to act as a wireless networking device that connects networks by a wireless connection and create specific profiles, such as security and users
Config (Configuration) mode (switch position 3) to connect to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router to change its configuration
Client mode (switch position 4) to convert an Ethernet port to a wireless interface
Security Alert: When in a location, such as a hotel or airport, that requires payment to connect to the Internet, APC recommends using “AP/Router” mode (switch position 2) with security set to WEP, WPA, or MAC filtering. These settings help to avoid any unauthorized access and charges. For more information on security and mode selection, see the user’s manual.
Installation
The Wireless Mobile Router can be powered using a USB cable (Step 1a), or by A/C power (Step 1b).
Caution: Connect the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router only to the USB port of the APC TravelPower Adapter. Do not connect the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router to the USB port of any other device. Failure to comply may result in damage to the device.
Step 1a - Connect Power (USB)
Power the Wireless Mobile Router using the USB cable (provided), as follows:
1. Connect one end of the USB cable to the APC
®
TravellPower Adapter.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the Wireless Mobile Router.
Figure 3. Wireless Mobile Router Connected to
APC’s TravelPower Adapter Using a USB Cable
Step 1b - Connect Power (Power Adapter)
Power the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router using the 100/120/230-volt power adapter provided with the router (Figure 4), as follows:
1. Connect one end of the adapter power cord to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router.
2. Connect the transformer block to a 100~230-volt power source.
Figure 4. Wireless Mobile Router Adapters (for
parts of the world, not including North America)
Step 2 - Network Connection
Connect a DSL or cable modem on an existing network to the Ethernet port of the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router.
Step 3 - Mode Setup
The following steps describe how to perform:
• Access Point (AP) Mode Setup
• AP/Router Mode Setup
• Client Mode Setup
Note: Use Config mode to perform all configurations. Make sure that the mode selector switch on the side of the router is set properly.
Note: APC recommends using WEP security (at a minimum) to protect against unauthorized access to the router. For information on setting up WEP security, refer to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router User’s Manual on the documentation CD.
Step 3a - Access Point (AP) Mode Setup
Note: By default, the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router allows both 802.11g and 802.11b connections.
Figure 5. AP Mode Configuration
To configure the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router for AP mode, proceed as follows:
1. Use the mode selector switch on the side of the router to select Config mode (switch position 3).
2. Power up the router and wait for the Ethernet LED to come on, indicating that the router is ready.
3. Establish a wired or wireless connection to the router. (Wired is recommended whenever possible). For wired, connect a standard LAN cable from the computer’s 10/100BaseT Ethernet port to the Ethernet port on the router. For wireless, select the wireless network with the SSID APC_AP.
4. Start the Web browser.
5. In the Location or Address bar, enter config.ap.
Note: This will work only in Config mode.
6. If the admin password was set on the
System screen, a prompt appears for the username and password . Enter Admin
for the username, and APC for the password. The Mode Configuration screen appears.
7. Click the Configure button for AP mode . The AP Setup screen (Figure 6) appears.
Figure 6. AP Setup Screen
8. Enter all relevant data. Refer to the APC 3-
in-1 Wireless Mobile Router User’s Manual
(on the documentation CD) for more information.
Step 3b - AP/Router Mode Setup
Note: By default, the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router allows both 802.11g and
802.11b connections.
5. In the Location or Address bar, enter http:// and the current IP address for the wireless LAN, as set on the AP/Router screen. The default value is
192.168.1.1. For example: http://
192.168.1.1
6. If the admin password was set on the System screen, a prompt appears for the username and password. Enter Admin for the username, and APC for the password. The Mode Configuration screen appears.
7. Click the Configure button for AP/Router mode. The AP/Router Mode Setup screen (Figure 8) appears.
Figure 8. AP/Router Setup Screen
8. Enter all relevant data. Refer to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router User’s Manual (on the
documentation CD) for more information.
Step 3c - Client Mode Setup
3. Establish a wired or wireless connection to the router (Wired is recommended whenever possible). For wired, connect a standard LAN cable from the computer’s 10/100BaseT Ethernet port to the Ethernet port on the Wireless Mobile Router. For wireless, select the wireless network with the SSID APC_AP.
4. Start the Web browser.
5. In the Location or Address bar, enter config.ap.
Note: This works only in Config mode.
6. If the admin password was set on the System screen, a prompt appears for the username and password. Enter Admin for the username, and APC for the password.
7. The Mode Configuration screen appears. Click the
Configure button for Client mode. The Client Mode Setup screen (Figure 10) appears.
Figure 10. Client Mode Setup Screen
Troubleshooting
Before contacting Technical Support, please refer to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router User’s Manual on the documentation CD, and to the technical information available at: www.apc.com.
Warranty
The standard warranty is two (2) years from the date of purchase. APC’s standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit. APC will ship the replacement unit after the repair department receives the defective unit, or cross-ship upon the receipt of a valid credit card number. The customer pays for shipping the unit to APC. APC pays ground freight transportation costs to ship the replacement unit to the customer.
Warranty Registration
To register this product for purposes of the warranty, please go to warranty.apc.com.
APC Contact Information
Technical Support www.apc.com/support Internet www.apc.com USA and Canada 866-WIFI-APC France 0800 906 483 Asia-Pacific (+65) 3896 823 China (+86) (10) 8529 9888 Europe/Middle East/
Africa Worldwide (+1) 401 789 5735
(+353) 91 702020
Figure 7. AP/Router Mode Configuration
To configure the Wireless Mobile Router for
AP/Router mode , proceed as follows:
1. Use the mode selector switch on the side of the router to select Config mode (switch position 3 ).
2. Power up the router and wait for the Ethernet LED to come on, indicating that the router is ready.
3. Make sure that a connection is established between the computer and the router (a wired connection is recommended).
4. Start the Web browser.
Figure 9. Client Mode Configuration
To configure the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router for Client mode, proceed as follows:
1. Use the mode selector switch on the side of the router to select Config mode (switch position 3).
2. Power up the router and wait for the Ethernet LED to come on, indicating that the router is ready.
8. Enter all relevant data. Refer to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router User’s Manual (on the documentation CD) for more information.
9. Once setup is complete, use the mode selector switch to select Client mode (switch position 4).
10. Restart your computer, or the device with which you are using the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router, in Client mode.
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