ASUSTeK Computer WL520G Users Manual

ASUS WL-520g Wireless Router

(For 802.11g/b Wireless Clients)

User’s Manual

Jan 2005 / E1957

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Contact Information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112
General Telephone: [phone]
General Fax: [phone]
Web Site Address: www.asus.com.tw
General Email: [e-mail]

Technical Support

MB/Others (Tel): [phone]
Notebook (Tel): [phone]
Desktop/Server (Tel): [phone]
Networking (Tel): [phone]
Support Fax: [phone]

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Company Address: 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
General Fax: [phone]
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Technical Support

General Support: [phone]
Notebook (Tel): [phone] x5110
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Online Contact: www.asuscom.de/sales

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 5

Overview................................................................................................ 5

System Requirements ........................................................................... 5

The Product Package ....................................................................... 5

Features ................................................................................................ 6

The ASUS Wireless Family............................................................... 7

Network Topology .................................................................................. 9

Network Backbone............................................................................ 9

Agent to an ISP............................................................................... 10

Agent to Another Network ............................................................... 11

LED Indicators ..................................................................................... 12

2. Installation Procedure ....................................................................... 13

Wall Mounting Option .......................................................................... 13

Connections......................................................................................... 14

3. Software Configuration ..................................................................... 16

Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router ............................................... 16

Connecting to the ASUS Wireless Router ........................................... 16

Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection..................... 17

Installing the ASUS Wireless Router Utilities....................................... 18

Using the Wireless Router for the First Time....................................... 19

Configuring the Wireless Router.......................................................... 21

Setting up a server in your LAN ...................................................... 21

Setting up as switching Hub and pure AP (no IP sharing NAT) ...... 22

Setting up net meeting, MSN, on-line gaming, and remote control

programs......................................................................................... 23

Setting up DDNS............................................................................. 25

Setting up WDS .............................................................................. 28

Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 30

Common Problems and Solutions ....................................................... 30

Reset to Defaults ................................................................................. 31

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1. Introduction

Overview

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Wireless Router. The ASUS Wireless
Router,WL-520g, complies with IEEE 802.11g and 802.1 1b standards.The

802.11g is as extension to 802.11b (used in majority of wireless LANs
today) that broadens 802.11b’s data rates to 54 Mbps within the 2.4 GHz
band using OFDM (orthogonal frequency division multiplexing) technology .
The 802.11g allows backward compatibility with 802.1 1b devices but only
at 11 Mbps or lower , depending on the range and presence of obstructions.
Wireless LANs are complementary extensions to existing wired LANs,
offering complete mobility while maintaining continuous network
connectivity to both corporate and home Intranets. They add a new level of
convenience for LAN users. PC users stay connected to the network
anywhere throughout a building without being bound by a LAN wires.
This is accomplished through the use of Access Point functionality of ASUS
Wireless Routers. ASUS Wireless Router with built-in Internet gateway
capability, allows your family to share a broadband Modem and one ISP
account simultaneously from different rooms without wires! ASUS W ireless
products can keep you connected anywhere, any time.

1. Introduction

System Requirements

To begin using the ASUS WL-520g Wireless Router, you must have the
following minimum requirements:

• ADSL/Cable Modem and Broadband Internet Account.

• An Ethernet (10Base-T or 10/100Base-TX) adapter for wired client

• At least one 802.1 1g (54Mbps) or one 802.11b (11Mbps) wireless adapter
for wireless mobile clients

• TCP/IP and an Internet browser installed

The Product Package

The Wireless Router comes with:

• W ireless Router • Quick Start Guide

• Power adapter (5 Volts DC) • Support CD (with User’s Manual)

• RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through)

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1. Introduction

Features

125 High Speed Mode

The WL-520g wireless router uses the 802.11g OFDM standard to allow
fast 54Mbps wireless data transfers while remaining fully compatible with
previous 802.11b devices. With “Afterburner” technology, WL-520g can
boost wireless transfer speeds by 35% compared with standard 802.11g
speeds. (Afterburner support is also required on client side.)

Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)

WMM enhances wireless transfers of multimedia contents, providing
wireless network users an improved experience for sharing audio and video
files. WMM is a profile of the upcoming IEEE 802.1 1e Quality of Service
(QoS) extensions for 802.11 networks. QoS and multimedia support are
critical to wireless home networks, which require video on demand, audio
on demand, voice over IP and high-speed Internet access. (WMM support
is also required on client side.)

Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2™)

WPA2 is the next-generation Wi-Fi security standard, combining the most
powerful authentication and encryption techniques, such as the Advanced
Encryption Standard (AES) to provide government grade security to protect
wireless networks from unauthorized use. WP A2 is designed to be backward
compatible with the original WPA standard, and therefore, WPA2 also
supports TKIP, AES, WPA, WPA-PSK and 802.1x authenticated WPA
networks. WEP, ACL and SPI firewall are also included to make sure
information doesn’t fall into the wrong hands.

ASUS EZSetup Wizard

Adopting a unique push button design, ASUS’ Wireless Router Series greatly
streamlines the setup process for beginners. Just press the button located
on the back of the device and use the simple ASUS EZSetup W izard utility .
The routers will automatically register various wireless-capable devices
onto the network and activate security standards.

Parental Control / Children Protection

With specific keywords in URL setting within a pre-defined time interval,
this home wireless router will do web based filtering parental control to
filter/block adult content from newsgroups or websites. It is a router-based
filter, not PC-based, so you just make settings one time to keep all household
internet devices protected.

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The ASUS Wireless Family

The ASUS W ireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for

802.11g & 802.11b wireless local area networks in the home or office.

Access Point or Client

The ASUS WLAN 802.11g
Access Point (WL-300g) creates

a wireless network using the
IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b
wireless standards.

Access Point & Router

1. Introduction

The ASUS 3 in 1
Pocket Access Point
(WL-330g) creates a

wireless network
using the IEEE

802.11g/b wireless
standards.

The ASUS WLAN Gateway (WL-500g) creates a
wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless
standards and allows sharing a single Internet
connection.

The ASUS WLAN 802.11g Pocket Router (WL-
530g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE

802.11g and 802.11b wireless standards and allows
sharing a single Internet connection.

PCMCIA Client Compact Flash (CF) Client

The ASUS WLAN PC Card
(WL-107g) is a wireless LAN

adapter that fits into a PCMCIA
Type II slot in a Notebook PC and
creates a wireless network using
the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless
standards.

(The illustrations are not to scale.)

The ASUS 802.11b Wireless
CF Card (WL-1 10) is a IEEE

802.11b wireless LAN adapter
that fits into a Compact Flash
Type II slot in a Portable
Digital Assistant (PDA).

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1. Introduction

PCI Client

USB Access Point or Client USB Client

The ASUS WLAN
PCI Card (WL­138g) is a wireless

LAN adapter that fits
into a standard PCI
slot in a desktop PC
and creates a wireless
network using the
IEEE 802.11g/b
wireless standards.

The ASUS USB Wireless

LAN Adapter (WL-160g)

creates a wireless network
using the IEEE 802.11g/b
wireless standards and
connects to any computer
using USB2.0 connectivity.

802.11g 54Mbps

TheASUS USB Wir eless LAN Adapter (WL-167g)
is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network using
the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects
to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity.

Access Point & File Server

The ASUS WLAN 802.11g Access Point (WL­HDD) creates a wireless network using the IEEE

802.11g and 802.1 1b wireless standards. Also serves
as a file server (wireless network attached storage).

(The illustrations are not to scale.)

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Network Topology

The settings that you need to perform will vary depending on the role that
your ASUS Wireless Router will play.

Network Backbone

No software setting is necessary in the ASUS Wireless Router.

Wireless

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LAN

1. Introduction

Wireless Client

Wireless Client

Wired Client

In this topology , the wireless router connects your wired and wireless devices
together to form a local area network (LAN), as shown. To connect a
computer (or other device) to the ASUS W ireless Router, you need a network
cable (UTP-Cat5) with one end connected to one of the LAN ports on the
back of the ASUS W ireless Router and the other in the 10/100 LAN port on
that device. For wireless connections, wireless mobile clients must comply
with the IEEE 802.11b standard.

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1. Introduction

Agent to an ISP

nternet Service Provider

Internet

ADSL or Cable Modem

Wireles

WAN

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Wireless Client

Wireless Client

LAN

Wired Client

In this topology, the wireless router is not only a backbone of your LAN
but also an agent to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You may use an
ADSL or Cable modem to communicate with your ISP. Connect the LAN
port on the modem with the WAN port at the back of the ASUS Wireless
Router using a network cable as shown above.

Note: You also need to make sure that other connections on the
ADSL or Cable modem are correct.

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Agent to Another Network

Network Backbone

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Wireless

1. Introduction

WAN

LAN

Wireless Client

Wireless Client

Wired Client

In this topology, the wireless router is an agent between your LAN and
another network. Use a network cable with one end connected to the WAN
port on the wireless router and the other to the other network as shown
above.

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1. Introduction

LED Indicators

The LEDs on the front of the ASUS Wireless Router display the status of
the ASUS Wireless Router.

PWR (Power)

Off No power
On System ready
Flashing-slow
Flashing-quick

Note: If the setup button is pushed without running the EZsetup
wizard utility , the PWR indicator will flash and Internet connections
will pause for a short period but will then return to normal opera­tion without changes.

Firmware upgrade failed
EZsetup processing

AIR (Wireless Network)

Off No power
On Wireless system ready
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (wireless)

WAN (Wide Area Network)

Off No power
On Has physical connection to an Ethernet network
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet wire)

LAN 1-4 (Local Area Network)

Off No power
On Has physical connection to an Ethernet network
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet wire)

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Chapter 2 - Installation

2. Installation Procedure

Follow these steps to install the ASUS Wireless Router.

1. Determine the best location for the ASUS Wireless Router. Keep in mind
the following considerations:

• The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the ASUS Wireless

Router to the network must not exceed 100 meters.

• Try to place the ASUS Wireless Router on a flat, sturdy surface as

far from the ground as possible, such as on top of a desk or book­case, keeping clear of obstructions and away from direct sunlight.

• Try to centrally locate the ASUS Wireless Router so that it will pro-

vide coverage to all of the wireless mobile devices in the area. Orien­tating the antenna vertically should provide the best reception.

• Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Other power

supplies may fit but the voltage and power may not be compatible.

2. Wall mounting or vertical standing is also possible.

Important: It is the responsibility of the installer and users of the
ASUS Wireless Router to guarantee that the antenna is operated at
least 20 centimeters from any person. This is necessary to insure
that the product is operated in accordance with the RF Guidelines
for Human Exposure which have been adopted by the Federal Com­munications Commission.

W all Mounting Option

Out of the box, the ASUS Wireless Router is designed to sit on a
raised flat surface like a file cabinet or book shelf. The unit may
also be converted for mounting to a wall or ceiling.

2. Installation

Follow these steps to mount the ASUS W ireless Router to a wall:

1. Look on the underside for the mounting hooks.

2. Mark two upper holes in a flat surface using the provided hole template.

3. Tighten two screws until only 1/4” is showing.

4. Latch the upper two hooks of the ASUS Wireless Router onto the screws.

Note: Readjust the screws if you cannot latch the ASUS Wireless
Router onto the screws or if it is too loose.

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Connections

Connect your ADSL Modem and Wireless Router as shown in the illustration. A
LAN cable must be connected between the LAN port on the ADSL and the
WAN port on the Wireless Router.

2. Installation

Telephone Jack

Wireless Router

ADSL Modem

Power Phone LAN LANPower

Connect the Wireless Router to your computer through the LAN port.

Wireless Router

LAN

Wireless Client

Warning: Use the ASUS Wireless Router only with the power adapter
supplied in the product package. Using another power supply may
damage the ASUS Wireless Router.

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Chapter 3 - Software Configuration

3. Software Configuration

Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router

The ASUS Wireless Router can be configured to meet various usage
scenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however,
others may need changing. Prior to using the ASUS Wireless Router, you
must check the basic settings to guarantee it will work in your environment.
Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router is done through a web browser.
You need a Notebook PC or desktop PC connected to the ASUS Wireless
Router (either directly or through a hub) and running a web browser as a
configuration terminal. The connection can be wired or wireless. For the
wireless connection, you need an IEEE 802.11g/b compatible device, e.g.
ASUS WLAN Card, installed in your Notebook PC. Y ou should also disable
WEP and set the SSID to “default” for your wireless LAN device. If you
want to configure the ASUS Wireless Router or want to access the Internet
through the ASUS Wireless Router, TCP/IP settings must be correct.
Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be on the IP subnet of the ASUS
Wireless Router.

3. Utilities

Note: Before rebooting your computer, the ASUS Wireless Router
should be switched ON and in ready state.

Connecting to the ASUS W ireless Router

Wired Connection

One RJ-45 cable is supplied with the ASUS Wireless Router . Auto crossover
function is designed into the ASUS W ireless Router so you can use either a
straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable. Plug one end of the cable
into the WAN port on the rear of the ASUS Wireless Router and the other
end into the Ethernet port of your ADSL or Cable modem.

Wireless-Connection

Refer to your wireless adapter user’s manual on associating with the ASUS
Wireless Router . The default SSID of the ASUS Wireless Router is “default”
(lower case), encryption is disabled and open system authentication is used.

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Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection

Get IP Automatically

The ASUS Wireless Router
incorporates a DHCP server so the
easiest method is to set your PC to
get its IP address automatically and
reboot your computer. So the
correct IP address, gateway, DNS
(Domain Name System Server)
can be obtained from the ASUS
Wireless Router.

Note: Before rebooting your
PC, the ASUS Wireless Router

3. Utilities

should be switched ON and in
ready state.

Chapter 3 - Software Configuration

Setting IP Manually

If you want to set your IP address
manually, the following default
settings of the ASUS Wireless
Router should be known:

• IP address 192.168.1.1

• Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0.
If you set your computer’s IP

manually , it needs to be on the same
segment. For example:

• IP address 192.168.1.xxx (xxx
can be any number between 2
and 254 that is not used by
another device)

• Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 (same as the ASUS Wireless Router)

• Gateway 192.168.1.1 (this is the ASUS Wireless Router)

• DNS 192.168.1.1 (ASUS Wireless Router IP address or your own).

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Installing the ASUS Wireless Router Utilities

Follow these steps to install the ASUS Wireless Router Utilities in Microsoft
Windows. Insert the support CD provided with the ASUS W ireless Router and
the menu will appear . (Double-click setup.exe if your autorun has been disabled.)

(1) Select a language and click Install

ASUS Wireless Router Utilities.

(3) Click Yes after reading the license

agreement.

(2) Click Nextafter reading the welcome

screen.

3. Utilities

(4) Click Next to accept the default

destination folder or enter another.

(5) Click Next to accept the default

program folder or enter another.

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(6) Click Finishwhen setup is complete.

Using the Wireless Router for the First Time

1. ASUS Wireless Router Utilities

Run Device Discovery from “ASUS Utility” in Windows Start Programs.

2. Connect to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager

Run the ASUS WLAN Device Discovery from the Start menu and click
Config when the device is found.

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Add 192.168.1.1 in the Exceptions box if you are
using a proxy server (Microsoft

®

Internet Explorer).

If your computer’s IP is not on the same subnet as the ASUS Wireless Router
(192.168.1.X), you will be asked to change it. The IP address can be any number
from 2 to 254 that is not used by another device. Gateway is not required.

Note: Using a proxy server (Microsoft® Internet Explorer) for your
LAN requires that you set an exception for the ASUS Wireless Router
or else connection will fail.

Enter Address or Name Manually

Y ou can also open your PC’ s web browser and enter the name or the default
IP address of the ASUS Wireless Router:

http://my.router or http://my.WL-520g or http://192.168.1.1

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User Name & Password

Once connected, a window will ask
for the “User name” and “Password”
in order to log in. The factory default
values are “admin” and “admin”.

Note: If you cannot find any the
ASUS Wireless Routers due to
a problem in the IP settings,
push and hold the “Restore”
button over five seconds to re­store factory default settings.

Home Page

After logging in, you will see the
ASUS Wireless Router home page.

IMPORTANT: After entering information on any page, click the
“Apply”, “Save”, or “Finished” button. If you click any other link,
you will be directed to another page and lose your new settings.

3. Set your own password

4. Use Quick Setup

3. Utilities

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Commonly used features

Setting up a server in your LAN

1. Select Virtual Server under “NAT
Setting”

2. (1) Enable Virtual Server
(2) Choose Application (e.g. FTP)
(3) Enter data in the fields

3. Utilities

3. Click Save&Restart”.

Port Range: Port connected to WAN
Local IP: IP address of the FTP Server
Local Port: Oort of the FTP Server
Protocol:Protocol Type

(4) Click Add button to add settings
(5) Click Finish button

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Setting up as switching Hub and pure AP (no IP
sharing NAT)

1. Connect the LAN port from a DSL or
Cable modem to one of the LAN ports
on the wireless router.

2. Select DHCP Server under “IP Config”

DSL or Cable Modem

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3. Turn OFF the “DHCP Server” function

4. Click Finish.

5. Click Save&Restart”.

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Setting up net meeting, MSN, on-line gaming, and
remote control programs

1. Open My Network Places from

2. Click View network connections.

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Windows “start”.

3. Right-click Local Area Connection
and select “Properties”.

4. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

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Setting up net meeting, MSN, on-line gaming, and
remote control programs (Cont.)

5. Enter TCP/IP settings as shown here.

6. Choose “Virtual DMZ” from “NAT
Setting” in WL-520g settings

8. Click Save&Restart”.

7. Enter the IP address and click Finish.

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Setting up DDNS

1. Choose “Miscellaneous” from IP Config

2. If you do not have Dynamic-DNC,

3. After clicking Free Trail, this web page

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directory

enable the DDNS Client. Then, choose
one server from 2 and click Free Trial
to apply for a new Dynamic-BNC.

will open.

4. Read the policy and select “I have
read...”.

5. Enter the user name you want
(e.g.WL-520g)

6. Enter an e-mail address for a activation
letter .

7. Enter the password of your account

8. Click Create Account.

9. You will see this message telling you
that your account has been created.
You then receive a letter by e-mail to
activate the account.

10. Open your e-mail to find the activation
letter and open it.

11. Click the confirmation link to activate
your account.

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Setting up DDNS (Cont.)

12. Press the “login” to login your account

13. Enter your “Username” and
“Password” that you used to apply for
the account and click Login.

14. After you login, you will see this
message.

15. Select Services tab.

16. Click Add Host next to Dynamic DNS
to add your own DDNS.

17. Enter the “Hostname” and then click

Add Host.

18. You will see this message when your
Hostname is successfully created.

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Setting up DDNS (Cont.)

19. Enter your account data. The user
name password is the account you
created when applying for DDNS. Then
click Finish.

20. Click Save&Restart.

3. Utilities

21. Verify the DDNS is working. Click

22. Type in cmd and click OK to open the

23. Type ping wl-520g.dyndns.org (use

Windows start and select Run...

DOS console.

your hostname). If you can see a reply
from the hostname, the DDNS is
working correctly.

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Setting up WDS

1. Choose Bridge under “Wireless”.

2. Select AP mode as WDS Only. If you
want to use both AP and WDS, you can
choose Hybrid mode.

3. If you selected WDS or Hybrid mode,
you will see a message telling you to
choose a fixed channel for WDS.

4. Select a fixed channel for WDS

5. Select Yes orNo to “Connect to APs in
Remote Bridge List” to connect to other
APs which are connected by the APs
in you list.

6. If you want to “Allow anonymous” login
in your local area network, you can
select “Yes”.

7. Enter the MAC address of the APs you
want to connect to.

8. Click Add after you key in the “MAC
address”

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9. Click Finish.

10. Click Save&Restart.

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

The ASUS W ireless Router is designed to be very easy to install and operate.
However, if you experience difficulties, use the information in this chapter
to help diagnose and solve problems. If you cannot resolve a problem, contact
Technical Support, as listed on the front of this manual.

Common Problems and Solutions

Problem

ASUS Wireless Router does not power up:

Solution

• Check for faulty the ASUS Wireless Router power supply by measuring
the output voltage with an electrical test meter .

• Check failed AC supply (power outlet)

Problem

Cannot communicate with the ASUS Wireless Router through a wired
network connection.

Solution

• Verify network configuration by ensuring that there are no duplicate IP
addresses. Power down the device in question and ping the assigned IP
address of the device. Ensure no other device responds to that address.

• Check that the cables used have proper pin outs and connectors or use
another LAN cable.

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Appendix

Appendix

Problem

The ASUS Wireless Router Web Manager still cannot find or connect to the
ASUS W ireless Router after verifying the IP address and LAN cable, changes
cannot be made, or password is lost.

Solution

In case the ASUS Wireless Router is inaccessible, you can restore
the ASUS Wireless Router’s factory default settings. Use a
straightened paper clip to press the button located in the hole labeled
“Restore ” on the back of the ASUS Wireless Router and keep it
depressed over 5 seconds. The LEDs
will flash when reset is successful.

Reset to Defaults

The following are factory default values. These values will be present when you
first receive your the ASUS Wireless Router, if you push the reset button on the
back of the ASUS W ireless Router over 5 seconds, or if you click the “Restore”
button on the“Factory Default” page under “Advanced Setup”.

Name Default Value

User Name admin
Password admin
Enable DHCP Yes
IP Address 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
DNS Server 1 192.168.1.1
DNS Server 2 (blank)
SSID default
Domain Name (blank)

Appendix

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Appendix

Problem

My 802.11b PC Card will not associate with the ASUS Wireless Router.

Solution

Follow these steps:

1. Try to bring the devices closer together; the PC Card may be out of range
of the ASUS Wireless Router.

2. Confirm that the ASUS Wireless Router and PC Card have the same SSID.

3. Confirm that the ASUS Wireless Router and PC Card have the same
Encryption settings, if enabled.

4. Confirm that the ASUS Wireless Router ’s Air and Link LEDs are solid
green.

5. Confirm that the authorization table includes or excludes the MAC address
of the WLAN PC card if “W ireless Access Control” is enabled.

Problem

The throughput seems slow.

Solution

T o achieve maximum throughput, verify that your antennas are well-placed,
not behind metal, and do not have too many obstacles between them. If
you move the client closer to the ASUS Wireless Router and throughput
increases, you may want to consider adding a second the ASUS Wireless
Router and implementing roaming.

• Check antenna, connectors and cabling.

• Verify network traffic does not exceed 37% of bandwidth.

• Check to see that the wired network does not exceed 10 broadcast messages
per second.

• Verify wired network topology and configuration.

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Problem

I cannot find the ASUS Wireless Routers using the ASUS Wireless Router
Discovery.

Solution

T o configure the ASUS W ireless Router through a wireless LAN card, your
computer must be in the same subnet of the ASUS Wireless Router. You
cannot find the ASUS Wireless Routers with subnet different from your
computer within the same gateway . You must change your computer to the
same subnet as the ASUS Wireless Router. The factory default subnet of
the ASUS Wireless Router is "192.168.1.1".

In Windows NT/2000/XP, you must log in with Administrator privi­leges so that all functions of the ASUS Wireless Router Manager
can function correctly. If you do not log in as a member of the Ad­ministrator group, you cannot change IP settings but can still run
the Discovery utility if the original IP setting is correct.

Problem

How do I upgrade the firmware on the ASUS Wireless Router?

Solution

Periodically, a new Flash Code is available for ASUS Wireless Routers on
the Web site at http://www.asus.com. Update the ASUS Wireless Router s
Flash Code using the Firmware Upgrade option on the System Setup
menu of the Web manager.

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