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Aztech WL830RT4 User Manual

WL830RT4 Wireless G Broadband Router
User Manual
VERSION 1.0
User Manual
Contents
About the Manual ......................................... 6
About the Router .......................................... 7
Specifications...........................................................................8
Requirements ..........................................................................9
Device Design..........................................................................9
Getting Started............................................ 11
Planning Your Network.........................................................12
Remove or Disable Conflicts .................................................13
Check Package Contents .......................................................15
Hardware Setup.....................................................................16
Connecting to the Internet....................................................17
About the Web Manager ............................. 20
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Accessing the Web Manager ................................................21
Menu Structure ......................................................................22
Status .......................................................... 23
Basic Settings .............................................. 25
Quick Setup............................................................................25
Network .................................................................................25
Wireless..................................................................................45
Advanced Settings....................................... 54
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)......................54
Forwarding.............................................................................59
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Security ..................................................................................67
Static Routing.........................................................................78
Dynamic DNS .........................................................................80
Maintenance ............................................... 84
System Tools..........................................................................84
FAQ.............................................................. 94
Glossary....................................................... 97
Regulatory Compliance Notices................. 100
FCC STATEMENT ................................................................... 100
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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement............................... 101
CE Declaration of Conformity ............................................. 101
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About the Manual
This manual provides a description of the components, basic operation, and advanced
configuration options of the device.

Target Audience

This manual is designed for users who are required to install and maintain the router. It
assumes the user of this manual has basic knowledge and experience in configuring
routers, computer networks, and computer systems.

Document Structure

The manual is divided into the following sections:
Chapter Contents
1 About the Manual
2 About the Router
3 About the Web Manager
4 Getting Started
5 Advanced Settings
6 Maintenance
7 FAQ
8 Glossary
9 Regulatory Compliance Notices
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About the Router

Congratulations on your purchase of WL830RT4 Wireless G Broadband Router. This
product allows you to converge your computer and other network appliances into a
unified network through wired or wireless links. It also enables you to share Internet
connection among the different network components simultaneously.
WL830RT4 has a browser-based configuration tool called Web Manager. From the Web
Manager, you can easily setup, configure, and modify router settings. The Web Manager’s
right pane is dedicated to display help topics to guide your tasks.
WL830RT4 is designed to suit the needs of homes and small offices. There are four ports
for wired connection and an access point for wireless connection. Up to 54 Mbps
transmission rate can be achieved through the access point. WL830RT4 also features the
eXtended Range™ WLAN transmission technology which effectively extends the
transmission range 4 to 9 times more than other traditional wireless routers.
WL830RT4 provides easy to setup security options. It has an access control mechanism to
establish access and device restrictions. For wireless security, it utilizes WEP, WPA, and
WPA2 authentication standards with up to 152-bit encryption. These standards are used
to dissuade unauthorized connection into your network. The router also supports VPN
pass-through for secure data transmission.
NAT and DHCP server functions are built-in. The router also supports Virtual Server and
DMZ host for Port Triggering. Through remote management, you can manage and
monitor the network activities in real time.
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Specifications

General
Standards IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.11b and 802.11g
Protocols
Ports
Cabling Type
Radio Data Rate 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps or 11/5.5/3/2/1Mbp
Power Supply 9V~ 0.8A
LEDs Power, SYS, WLAN, WAN, 1-4
Safety & Emissions FCC, CE
TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, ICMP, NAT, SNTP
One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation WAN RJ45 port, Four 10/100M Auto­Negotiation LAN RJ45 ports supporting Auto MDI/MDIX
10BASE-T
UTP category 3, 4, 5 cable (maximum 100m)
EIA/TIA-568 100. STP (maximum 100m)
100BASE-TX
UTP category 5, 5e cable (maximum 100m)
EIA/TIA-568 100. STP (maximum 100m)
Environmental and Physical
Operating Temp. 0 °C~40 °C (32 °F~104 °F )
Operating Humidity 10% - 95% RH, Non-condensing
Dimensions (W×D×H) 7.3×5.7×1.7 in. (186×146×44 mm) (without antenna)
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Requirements

Here are the minimum requirements:
Broadband Internet Access Account (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable modem with Ethernet connectors
Each computer needs an Ethernet Adapter with an Ethernet cable with TCP/IP
protocol installed
Web browser (At least Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape Navigator 6.0)

Device Design

Front Panel

The router’s front panel consists of LED’s that indicate connection status.
Front Panel
Label Status Description/Function
Off No power connection.
POWER
On Power is on.
Off Hardware/System error
System
WAN
On The router is initializing
Flashing The router is working properly
Off No wired device is connected to the corresponding port
On An inactive device is connected to the corresponding port
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Flashing The device connected to the corresponding port is active.
Off No wired device is connected to the corresponding port
LAN 1-4
WLAN
Flashing Access point is enabled
On An inactive device is connected to the corresponding port
Flashing The device connected to the corresponding port is active.
Off No wireless device connected to the router

Rear Panel

Rear Panel
Label Description/Function
9V 50Hz .8A AC power socket
4-1 Ethernet port
WAN Port for connecting to a cable or DSL modem
RESET To manually reset the router, unplug the power first. Press RESET then plug the
power cord without releasing RESET for 3-4 seconds. When the SYS LED lights up, release RESET and then wait for the router to restart.
Antenna Access point
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Getting Started

Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps you
need to go through. There are brief descriptions beside each step to help you along.
Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent pages.
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Planning Your Network

Decide what devices you want to include in your local network. Draw a simple diagram
to visualize the network connections. For Ethernet devices like a computer, network
printer, gaming console, or another router, use a network cable to connect them into the
router. Identify the port number that you want to use for each device. In the diagram
below, the Ethernet device is placed on the port it will use. The access point, on the other
hand, will allow you to connect devices with wireless capability.
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Sample network diagram
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Remove or Disable Conflicts

To make sure the router installation moves on smoothly, you need to remove or disable
conflicts that may interfere the installation. Probable conflicts may include:
Internet sharing applications
Proxy software
Security software
TCP/IP settings
Internet properties
Temporary Internet files

Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications

Internet sharing, proxy software, and firewall applications may interfere with the router
installation. These should be removed or disabled before you install and configure the
router.
If you have any of the following or similar applications installed on your computer,
remove or disable them according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Internet Sharing Applications Proxy Software Security Software
Microsoft Internet Sharing WinGate Symantec
WinProxy Zone Alarm
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Configuring TCP/IP Settings

Use the default TCP/IP settings to allow the router to provide a network address to the
computer,
To set the TCP/IP properties:
1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control ncpa.cpl and then click OK. This opens the Network Connections in
your computer.
3. Right-click LAN and then select Properties. This opens the Local Area Connection
Properties dialog box.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click Properties. This opens the Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box.
5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically.
6. Click OK to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box.
7. Click OK to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box.

Configuring Internet Properties

To set the Internet Properties:
1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control inetcpl.cpl and then click OK. This opens the Internet Properties
dialog box.
3. Click Connections tab.
4. In the Dial-up and Virtual Private Network settings pane, select Never dial a
connection.
5. Click OK to close the Internet Properties dialog box.
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Removing Temporary Internet Files

Temporary Internet files are files from Web sites that are stored in your computer. Delete
these filed to purge the Internet cache and remove footprints left by the Web pages you
visited.
To remove temporary Internet files:
1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control and then click OK. This opens the Control Panel.
3. Double-click Internet Options. This opens the Internet Options dialog box.
4. In the Temporary Internet Files pane, click Delete Cookies.
5. Click Delete Files.
6. Click OK to close the Internet Properties dialog box.

Check Package Contents

The following items are included in the package:
1 Wireless Router
1 AC Power Adaptor
1 network cable
1 Easy Start Guide
1 Utility CD containing the User Manual
Note: If any of the contents are damaged or missing, please contact the retailer.
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Hardware Setup

Before you install the router, you should connect your PC to the Internet through your
broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After
that, please install the router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the
power plug and keep your hands dry.
To setup the hardware:
1. Use Ethernet cables to connect the computers in your network into the LAN ports.
2. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the cable/DSL Modem into the WAN port.
3. Connect the AC power adaptor to the AC power socket on the router, and the
other end into an electrical outlet. The router will start to work automatically.
4. Check the LED’s. Power stays on. System, WAN, and LAN 1-4 should remain
flashing. The LED for the LAN port with no connection remains off.
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Connecting to the Internet

To connect to the Internet, use Quick Setup from the Web Manager.
To connect to the Internet using Quick Setup:
1. Open a browser.
2. Enter 192.168.1.1 and then press Enter. This opens the login window.
3. Enter the User Name and Password and then press Enter. The default User Name
and Password is admin. This opens the Web Manager.
Note: If the Login window does not open, it means that your browser has been set to
a proxy. Go to Tools Menu and then select Internet Options. Click Connections > LAN
Settings. This opens Local Area Network (LAN) Settings and then cancels Proxy server
settings.
4. From the left pane, select Quick Setup.
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5. Click Next.
Quick Setup
6. Select the WAN Connection Type used by your Internet service provider.
Quick Setup – Choose WAN Connection Type
a. PPPoE When you select PPPoE, you will be asked to enter the User Name
and Password. These fields are case sensitive. Your ISP provides these
parameters.
b. Dynamic IP When you select Dynamic IP, the router will automatically
receive the IP parameters from your ISP without needing to enter any
parameter.
c. Static IP When you select Static IP, you will need to manually enter
connection parameters in the Static IP settings page. Your ISP provides
these parameters.
7. After selecting a connection type, click Next. This opens Quick Setup –Wireless.
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8. Edit the wireless settings:
a. Edit the SSID. This field is case sensitive. It can accept up to 32 characters.
b. Select Region.
Note: After you finish Quick Setup, you can enable the wireless security options by
clicking Wireless under Basic Settings.
9. Click Next. This opens Quick Setup – Finish.
10. Click Finish.
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About the Web Manager

Web Manager is a browser-based utility that can be used on a computer using any
operating system. It allows you to configure the basic and advanced router features.
Web Manager
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Accessing the Web Manager

To connect to the Internet using Quick Setup:
1. Open a browser.
2. Enter 192.168.1.1 and then press Enter. This opens the login window.
3. Enter the User Name and Password and then press Enter. The default User Name
and Password is admin. This opens the Web Manager.
Note: If the Login window does not open, it means that your browser has been set to
a proxy. Go to Tools Menu and then select Internet Options. Click Connections > LAN
Settings. This opens Local Area Network (LAN) Settings and then cancels Proxy server
settings.
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Menu Structure

Web Manager includes several menus and submenus. The outline below displays the
menu structure.
1. Status
2. Quick Setup
3. Network
a. LAN
b. WAN
c. MAC Clone
4. Wireless
a. Wireless Settings
b. MAC Filtering
c. Wireless Statistics
5. DHCP
a. DHCP Settings
b. DHCP Clients List
c. Address Reservation
6. Forwarding
a. Virtual Servers
b. Port Triggering
7. Security
a. Firewall
b. IP Address Filtering
c. Domain Filtering
d. MAC Filtering
e. Remote Management
f. Advanced Security
8. Static Routing
9. Dynamic DNS
10. System Tools
a. Time
b. Firmware
c. Factory Defaults
d. Backup and Restore
e. Reboot
f. Password
g. Log
c. DMZ
d. UPnP
h. Statistics
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Status

The Status page displays the router's current status and configuration.
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LAN (Local Area Network) This field displays the current settings or information for
the LAN, including the MAC address, IP address and Subnet Mask.
Wireless This field displays basic information or status for wireless function,
including Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless MAC address and IP
address.
WAN (Wide Area Network) These parameters apply to the WAN port of the router,
including MAC address, IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS server and
WAN connection type. If PPPoE is chosen as the WAN connection type, Disconnect
will be shown here while you are accessing the Internet. Click Disconnect to cut
the connection. If you have not connected to the Internet, just click Connect to
establish the connection.
Traffic Statistics This field displays the router's traffic statistics.
System Up Time The amount of time from when the router was switched on or
reset.
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Basic Settings

The Basic Settings Menu includes the links for Quick Setup, Network, and Wireless.

Quick Setup

Please refer to Using Quick Setup.

Network

There are three submenus under the Network menu: LAN, WAN and MAC Clone. Click any
of them and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.

LAN (Local Area Network)

You can configure the IP parameters of LAN on this page.
LAN (Local Area Network)
MAC Address The physical address of the router, as seen from the LAN. The value
cannot be changed.
IP Address Enter the IP address of your router in dotted-decimal notation (factory
default: 192.168.1.1).
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Subnet Mask An address code that determines the size of the network. Normally
use 255.255.255.0 as the subnet mask.
Note:
A. If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of
the DHCP server will not take effect, until they are reconfigured.
B. If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the Virtual Server and
DMZ Host will change accordingly at the same time.
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WAN (Wide Area Network)

You can configure the WAN connection parameters on this page. Ask your ISP for the
correct connection type. There are several connection types:
Dynamic IP (default)
Static IP
PPPoE
802.1X + Dynamic IP
802.1X + Static IP
BigPond Cable
L2TP
PPTP
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Dynamic IP
Dynamic IP connection
In Dynamic IP, the router will automatically get IP parameters from your ISP,
including IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. Click Renew to renew
the IP parameters from your ISP. Click Release to release the IP parameters.
MTU Size The normal MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value for most Ethernet
networks is 1500 Bytes. In rare instances, some ISPs require to reduce the MTU.
Otherwise, this is not changed.
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If your ISP gives you one or two DNS addresses, select Use These DNS Servers and
enter the primary and secondary addresses. Otherwise, the DNS servers will be
assigned dynamically from your ISP.
Note: If you find an error when you go to a Web site, it is likely that your DNS servers
are set up improperly. Ask your ISP for the correct DNS server addresses.
Get IP with Unicast DHCP Some ISPs' do not support the broadcast applications. If
you cannot get the IP Address normally, you can choose this option. (This is rarely
required.)
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Static IP
If you choose Static IP, you should have fixed IP Parameters specified by your ISP.
Static IP Connection
You should type the following parameters into the spaces provided:
IP Address Enter the IP address in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP.
Subnet Mask Enter the subnet Mask in dotted-decimal notation provided by your
ISP. For example, 255.255.255.0.
Default Gateway (Optional) Enter the gateway IP address in dotted-decimal
notation provided by your ISP.
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