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Contents

Chapter 1 - Setup ...............................................................8

Introduction .........................................................................................8

Diagrams and Layout ...........................................................................8

Front Panel ......................................................................................................8

Back Panel .....................................................................................................10

Bottom ...........................................................................................................12

Right Side ......................................................................................................12

Installation ..........................................................................................13

Vertical Placement ........................................................................................13

Horizontal Placement ...................................................................................13

Wall-Mounting ..............................................................................................14

How to Set Up AirStation for the First Time .....................................15

Connect to a PC and Power On .....................................................................15

Opening Settings ..........................................................................................17

Connect Your Wireless Devices ....................................................................18

Chapter 2 - Settings .........................................................19

Easy Admin .........................................................................................19

Home ..............................................................................................................19

Wireless ..........................................................................................................20

AOSS/WPS......................................................................................................21

USB Storage ...................................................................................................21

QoS .................................................................................................................22

Web Filtering and Parental Controls ...........................................................23

Device Settings .............................................................................................24

Advanced Settings .............................................................................25

Internet ..........................................................................................................25

PPPoE .............................................................................................................26

Dynamic DNS .................................................................................................28

PPTP ...............................................................................................................29

NAT .................................................................................................................30

LAN .................................................................................................................30

DHCP Lease....................................................................................................31

Routing ..........................................................................................................31

2.4 GHz ...........................................................................................................32

5 GHz ..............................................................................................................34

WPS ................................................................................................................38

AOSS...............................................................................................................39

MAC Filtering .................................................................................................40

Multicast Control ..........................................................................................40

Guest Account ...............................................................................................41

Wireless Bridge .............................................................................................42

Firewall ..........................................................................................................43

IP Filter ...........................................................................................................44

VPN Passthrough ..........................................................................................44

Port Forwarding ............................................................................................45

DMZ ................................................................................................................46

UPnP ...............................................................................................................46

Web Filtering and Parental Controls ...........................................................47

Disk Management .........................................................................................48

Sharing ..........................................................................................................50

WebAccess .....................................................................................................51

Media Server .................................................................................................52

BitTorrent ......................................................................................................52

QoS .................................................................................................................53

eco Mode .......................................................................................................54

Network USB .................................................................................................55

System ...........................................................................................................56

Syslog Settings ..............................................................................................57

Reset / Reboot ...............................................................................................58

Update ...........................................................................................................59

System Information ......................................................................................60

Logs ................................................................................................................61

Packets ...........................................................................................................62

Ping ................................................................................................................62

Chapter 3 - Wireless .........................................................63

Wireless Options ................................................................................63

Advanced Wireless Configuration ....................................................64

Manual Configuration (SSID and Password) ...............................................64

Automatic Secure Setup (WPS) ....................................................................64

Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS) ..................................................................65

Adding an AirStation to an Existing Wireless Network as a Client ...........66

Chapter 4 - Utilities ..........................................................67

How to Download Utilities ................................................................67

List of Utilities with Description of Each ..........................................68

AirStation Configuration Tool ......................................................................68

Network-USB Navigator ...............................................................................69

Client Manager ..............................................................................................70

AOSS Assistant ..............................................................................................71

WLAN Monitor ...............................................................................................71

Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting ...........................................72

Finding Your AirStation on the Network ..........................................72

Eliminating Dead Spots in Wireless Coverage ................................72

If Your Wireless Connection Is Not Stable .........................................72

Basic Router Troubleshooting ...........................................................72

Basic Router Troubleshooting from a Mac ......................................73

Appendix A - Supplemental Information ......................74

Package contents ...............................................................................74

Factory Default Settings ....................................................................74

Technical Specifications ....................................................................80

Shared Folders and USB Ports ...........................................................82

GPL Information .................................................................................83

Appendix B - Tutorials .....................................................84

Configuring the AirStation for Optimal Performance and Security 84

Performance ..................................................................................................84

Security ..........................................................................................................84

Sharing a Printer ................................................................................85

Enabling Network USB on the AirStation ...................................................85

Installing and Using Network-USB Navigator ............................................85

Configuring Parental Controls ..........................................................86

Content Filter ................................................................................................86

Websites Excluded from Filter .....................................................................86

Computers Excluded from Filter ..................................................................87

Finding a Computer’s MAC Address ............................................................87

Access Control ...............................................................................................89

Port Forwarding Basics ......................................................................90

Common Uses ................................................................................................90

Security ..........................................................................................................90

UPnP ...............................................................................................................90

Setting Up Port Forwarding Rules ....................................................91

Creating Port Forwarding Rules ..................................................................91

Managing Port Forwarding Rules ................................................................92

Configuring a USB Drive as a NAS .....................................................92

Setting Up the NAS .......................................................................................92

Formatting the Drive ....................................................................................93

User Access ....................................................................................................93

Enable Sharing ..............................................................................................94

Adding a Second AirStation as a Wireless Client .............................95

Setting up the AirStation .............................................................................95

Saving and Restoring Settings ..........................................................97

Save Settings to a Backup File .....................................................................97

Restoring Settings with a Backup File .........................................................98

Replacing the AirStation ..............................................................................98

Setting Up WebAccess .......................................................................99

WebAccess Settings ......................................................................................99

Connecting Wireless Devices Using AOSS ..................................... 100

Push Button Configuration ....................................................................... 100

Setting Up a VPN Server ................................................................. 100

PPTP Settings on the AirStation ............................................................... 100

Editing Users .............................................................................................. 101

Using AirStations with 2Wire Residential Gateways .................... 102

How to Use QoS ............................................................................... 102

Setting a QoS Priority Policy ..................................................................... 102

Manual Entry .............................................................................................. 103

How to configure TCP/IP ................................................................. 104

Windows 8 .................................................................................................. 104

Windows 7 .................................................................................................. 105

Windows Vista ............................................................................................ 105

Windows XP ................................................................................................ 106

Mac OS ........................................................................................................ 107

Chapter 1 - Setup

Introduction

Thank you for buying a Buffalo AirStation. The WZR-1750DHP AirStation is a dual-band wireless router with outstanding performance and range. It combines speeds of 600 Mbps up to 1750 Mbps with a robust set of extra features like QoS, wireless bridging, USB NAS, media server, and parental control. This manual will help you set it up and use it. If you’re new to wireless networking, turn to chapter 2 to start configuring your wireless network.

For advanced users, use a wired Ethernet connection to access the AirStation’s settings:

• Default LAN-side IP address: 192.168.11.1

• Username: admin

• Default password: password

Diagrams and Layout

Front Panel

1 AOSS button

To initiate AOSS, hold down this button until the wireless LED flashes (about 1 second). Then, push or click the AOSS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on for this to work.

2 Wireless LED

(Access point/wireless bridge control switch set to “AP”)

On:

Wireless LAN is enabled or transmitting.

Double blinks:

AirStation is waiting for an AOSS or WPS security key.

Continuously blinking:

AOSS/WPS error; failed to exchange security keys.

Off:

Wireless LAN is disabled. (Access point/wireless bridge control switch set to “WB”)

On:

Wireless LAN is enabled or transmitting.

Blinking:

Wireless LAN is enabled but not connected.

Off:

Wireless LAN is disabled.

Note:

The wireless LED will be blue for 5 GHz wireless connections or amber for 2.4 GHz wireless connections.

3 Internet access LED (Blue)

On:

Internet access is available.

Off:

Internet access is not available. Router functionality is disabled.

4 Router LED (Blue)

On:

Router functionality is enabled.

Off:

Router functionality is disabled.

5 Buffalo LED (White or Red)

On (White):

Power is on.

Off:

Power is off.

On (Red)*:

Booting.

2 blinks (Red)**:

Flash ROM error.

3 blinks (Red)**:

Wired Ethernet LAN error.

4 blinks (Red)**:

Wireless LAN error.

5 blinks (Red)***:

IP address error.

9 blinks (Red)**:

System error.

Continuously blinking*:

Updating firmware, saving settings, or initializing settings.

* Never unplug the AC adapter while the Buffalo LED is blinking continuously.

** Turn off AirStation, wait for a few seconds, then turn it back on.

*** Because the network addresses of both the Internet port (WAN port) and the LAN port are the same, it is not possible to establish communication. Change the LAN-side IP address of the AirStation.

Back Panel

1 Access Point/Wireless Bridge Control Switch

This switch changes between access point mode and wireless bridge mode.

AP - access point (or router) WB - wireless bridge

2 Mode button

If the switch above is in the “AP” position, this button switches the AirStation between router and access point functionality. If the switch is in the “WB” position, the button has no effect.

3 USB Eject button

To dismount a USB hard drive, hold down this button until the USB LED flashes (about 3 seconds). The USB drive can then be unplugged safely.

4 USB LED (Blue)

On:

A USB drive is connected.

Blinking:

The USB drive can be removed.

Note:

When this LED is blinking, the connected USB drive cannot be used. Remove the connected USB drive. If the LED continues to blink even after the USB drive is removed, restart the AirStation. Do not remove the USB drive or turn off the AirStation while the USB LED is on.

5 USB 3.0 Port

You can connect any USB 3.0 compatible devices (such as USB storage). Use the cable attached to the USB 3.0 device to connect.

6 USB 2.0 Port

You can connect any USB 2.0 compatible devices (such as USB printers).

7 LAN Port

Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections.

8 LAN LED (Green)

On:

An Ethernet device is connected.

Blinking:

An Ethernet device is communicating.

9 Internet Port

10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections are supported.

Note:

In wireless bridge mode or access point mode, the Internet port becomes a regular LAN port, for a total of 5 usable LAN ports.

10 Internet LED (Green)

On:

The Internet port is connected.

Blinking:

The Internet port is transmitting data.

11 Power button

This button turns the power on and off. It may take 20 to 30 seconds to complete shutdown.

12 DC connector

Connect the included AC adapter here.

Bottom

1 Reset button

To reset all settings, hold down this button until the Buffalo LED turns red (about 3 seconds). The power must be on for this to work.

2 Setup card slot

This is the slot where the AirStation setup card is stored. The initial settings for the username, password, SSID, and encryption type are provided on the card for logging into Settings .

Right Side

1 Mounting holes

Mounting holes are provided for mounting the AirStation to a wall. Use the supplied screws to mount to a wall.

Installation

Vertical Placement

Attach the stand as shown in the figure below.

Horizontal Placement

The same stand also allows horizontal placement. Install the stand as shown in the figure below.

Wall-Mounting

Attach to the wall with the supplied screws in the mounting holes as shown below.

How to Set Up AirStation for the First Time

Connect to a PC and Power On

To configure your AirStation, follow the procedure below.

1 Verify that you can connect to the internet without the AirStation, then turn off your modem and computer.

2 Unplug the LAN cable which connects your computer and modem.

3 Plug one end of the LAN cable into your modem and the other end to the AirStation’s Internet (WAN) port. Turn on

the modem.

4 Turn on the AirStation, then wait one minute.

Note:

If the power does not turn on when the AC adapter is connected, press the Power button on the rear of the AirStation.

5 If using a wired LAN, connect the AirStation LAN port and computer using a LAN cable.

If using a wireless LAN, connect the computer to the wireless LAN as described in Chapter 3.

6 Once your computer has booted, the AirStation’s LEDs should be lit as described below:

Wireless On or blinking. Internet access On. Router On. Buffalo White light on. LAN On or blinking. Internet On or blinking.

Note:

If the router LED is not lit, hold down the mode button for about 3 seconds to switch to router mode.

7 Launch a web browser. If the home screen is displayed, setup is complete.

If username and password fields are displayed, enter “admin” for the username and “password” for the password, then click [Log In]. Step through the wizard to complete setup.

You’ve completed the initial setup of your AirStation.

Opening Settings

To configure the AirStation, log in to Settings as shown below.

1 Launch a web browser.

2 Enter the AirStation’s LAN-side IP address in the address field and press the Enter key.

Note:

• The AirStation’s default LAN-side IP address depends on the mode.

• In router mode: 192.168.11.1

• In access point mode: 192.168.11.100

• In Wireless bridge mode: 192.168.11.100

• If you changed the IP address of the AirStation, then use the new IP address.

3 Enter “admin” for the username and “password”for the password, then click [Log In].

Note:

If you forget your password, hold down the reset button to initialize all settings. Note that all other settings will also revert to their default values.

4 This is the configuration interface, where most AirStation settings can be configured.

Connect Your Wireless Devices

For each wireless device that you want to connect to the network, use the device’s built-in software to search for available networks. Find your SSID (the name of your wireless network) on the list of detected networks and select it.

Enter the passphrase for the network and you’ll be connected. Repeat for any additional wireless client devices that you want to connect.

Chapter 2 - Settings

Settings lets you change advanced settings for the AirStation.

Easy Admin

Home

When you first open Settings, the Easy Admin page is shown. From this page you can easily configure common settings. The examples below assume the AirStation is in router mode.

Parameter Meaning

Wireless Displays current wireless status. Click the panel to configure wireless settings. AOSS/WPS Displays current AOSS/WPS status. Click the panel to run AOSS/WPS.

USB Storage

Guest Account

QoS

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Device Settings

Advanced Settings Click the panel to configure advanced settings.

Displays the status of USB storage connected to this product. Click the panel to configure USB storage settings.

Displays current guest account status. Click the slider to turn guest account on or off. Click the panel to configure guest account settings.

Displays current QoS status. Click the slider to turn QoS on or off. Click the panel to configure priority control QoS.

Displays current content filter status. Click the slider to turn web filtering and parental controls on or off. Click the panel to configure web filtering and parental controls.

Displays the number of devices connected to the network. Click the panel to check each devices status.

Wireless

Configure basic wireless settings. This mode is available in router and access point mode only.

Parameter Meaning

2.4 GHz (11n/g/b)

5 GHz (11ac/n/a) SSID 1 Each SSID may contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters.

Encryption

Encryption Key

Channel

Bandwidth

You may enable or disable either wireless frequency range independently. If both wireless radios are disabled, the AirStation will not communicate wirelessly.

The following types of encryption are available:

WPA2-PSK AES

WPA2 authentication with AES encryption is the best system available. Highly recommended if all your wireless clients support it.

WPA-PSK AES

WPA authentication with AES encryption is an older system, but still secure.

WPA/WPA2-mixed PSK TKIP+AES

For maximum compatibility, this system allows any combination of WPA, WPA2, TKIP, and AES. This encryption system works with most older clients but is not very secure.

No Encryption

No encryption means that anyone can log in to your wireless network, snoop on your wireless traffic, and use your bandwidth. Not recommended for most users.

The encryption key is like the “password” for your wireless network. It may contain 8 to 63 case-sensitive alphanumeric characters (ASCII) or 64 hexadecimal characters (0-9 and a-f, not case-sensitive).

For best results, select [Auto Channel]. The AirStation will seek and use the clearest channel automatically. Alternately, you may choose a wireless channel manually.

In rural areas with little wireless traffic, a larger bandwidth setting may improve wireless performance significantly. However, if you are in an urban area with much wireless traffic and interference, the default bandwidth is recommended.

AOSS/WPS

The following window appears when you click the panel. Click [OK] to start AOSS/WPS.

USB Storage

Configure USB storage settings.

Parameter Meaning

Attached Drive The names of USB devices connected to this product. File Sharing Enable or disable file sharing. BitTorrent Enable or disable BitTorrent. DLNA Enable or disable the media server. WebAccess Enable or disable WebAccess.

BuffaloNAS.com Name

BuffaloNAS.com Status If the status shows [Registration failure], check your BuffaloNAS.com settings.

Username

Password

This name may contain 3 to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-) and underscores (_). The AirStation will be registered by this name at BuffaloNAS.com.

The WebAccess username may contain up to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and periods (.). Don’t use a symbol as the first character.

The WebAccess password may contain up to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and periods (.). It should not be blank. Don’t use a symbol as the first character.

Guest Account

Configure guest account settings. This mode is available in router and access point mode only.

Parameter Meaning

SSID The SSID for the guest account may contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Encryption Select an encryption mode for the guest account. Permitted Access Time This is the amount of time that guests will be permitted to access the Internet.

QoS

Configure QoS settings. This mode is available in router mode only.

Parameter Meaning

Enable Enable or disable QoS.

Parameter Meaning

Select a policy

Traffic Monitor

Select a policy for communication. Network bandwidth will be optimized for the selected item.

You can check each item’s communication status.

: Priority

: Upload speed

: Download speed

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Configure web filtering and parental controls. This mode is available in router mode only.

Parameter Meaning

Block Malicious Site Blocks malware, phishing, and scam sites. Block Malicious and

Adult Sites Block Malicious, Adult,

and Other Non-Family Friendly Sites

I agree to Norton’s Terms of Service

Norton ConnectSafe must be activated by customer. Use of Norton ConnectSafe is subject to the Terms of Service found at https://dns.norton.com/dnsweb/terms.do

Blocks malware, phishing, and sites that contain sexually explicit content.

Blocks malware, phishing, and scam sites, sites that contain sexually explicit material, mature content, abortion, alcohol, crime, cult, drugs, gambling, hate, sexual orientation, suicide, tobacco, and violence.

Parental controls are provided by Symantec Corporation. To enable, you must accept the terms of service.

Device Settings

Check the status of each device connected to the network. This mode is available in router mode only.

Parameter Meaning

Displays the IP address of each device connected to this product.

Displays uploading and downloading speed of each device connected to this product.

Displays the devices connected to the AirStation.

Click the appropriate icon to open each device’s settings.

Click the icon to send a Wake-on-LAN packet to the device.

Advanced Settings

Internet

Configure the WAN-side port (“Internet port”).

Internet -> Internet (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Method of Acquiring IP Address

Default Gateway Configure an IP address for the default gateway. DNS Name Server

Address

Internet MAC Address

MTU Size of Internet Port

Specify how the WAN-side IP address is obtained.

Specify an IP address for the DNS server.

You may use the default MAC address or specify one manually.

Note:

Configuring an improper MAC address may make the AirStation unusable. Do not change the MAC address unless you know what you’re doing!

Configure the MTU value of the Internet port. Values of 578 to 1500 bytes may be entered.

PPPoE

Configure PPPoE settings.

Internet -> PPPoE (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Default PPPoE Connection

IP Unnumbered PPPoE Connection

PPPoE Connection List Edit PPPoE destination. You can register up to 5 sessions. Edit Connection List Click this button to edit destination settings.

If you have registered multiple connection destinations in the [PPPoE Connection List], connection destinations selected here have priority.

Select the destination from the [PPPoE Connection List] which is used when [Use IP Unnumbered] is chosen for the method of acquiring IP address.

This is displayed when [Edit Connection List] is clicked.

Name of Connection

Enter the name to identify the connected destination. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Username

Enter the username specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Password

Enter the password specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Service Name

Fill in this field only if your ISP specifies a service name. Leave blank otherwise. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Connection Type

PPPoE Connection

Preferred Connections Displays information you have set regarding to the connection destination route. Edit Preferred

Connections

Preferred PPPoE Connection

Specifies the timing for the AirStation to connect to your provider.

Automatic Disconnection

Set time to disconnect after communication is stopped when the connection method is set to [Connection on Demand] or [Manual]. You can enter up to 1440 minutes.

Authentication

Configure an authentication method with a provider.

MTU Size

Configure the MTU size for PPPoE. Values of 578 to 1492 bytes may be entered.

MRU Size

Configure MRU (maximum receive unit) for PPPoE. Values of 578 to 1492 may be entered.

Keepalive

If keepalive is enabled, the AirStation will issue an LCP echo request once a minute in order to maintain the connection with the PPPoE. If the server does not respond for more than 6 minutes, the line is recognized as disconnected and the AirStation will terminate the connection. Disabled by default.

Click to edit the connection destination route settings.

Click [Edit Preferred Connections] to display.

Name

The destination to connect by PPPoE if [Destination Address] and [Source Address] match. Select the destination registered to the PPPoE Connection List.

Destination Address

When communicating to this address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name].

Source Address

When communicating from this address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name].

Dynamic DNS

Configure dynamic DNS settings. Many settings are only available when the appropriate dynamic DNS service is enabled.

Internet -> Dynamic DNS (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Dynamic DNS Service Select a provider (DynDNS or TZO) for dynamic DNS.

Username

Password

Hostname

Email Address

TZO Key

Domain Name

IP Address Update Period

Internet-side IP Address

Domain Name

Status Display the status of the dynamic DNS service.

Enter the dynamic DNS username. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Enter the dynamic DNS password. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Enter the dynamic DNS hostname. You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.

Enter the email address which is registered to the dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Enter the TZO Key which is registered to the dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Enter the domain name which is registered to the dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.

Specifies the period to notify the dynamic DNS service provider of the current IP address. For DynDNS, set it between 0 and 35 days. For TZO, set it between 0 and 99 days. If 0 (zero) days is set, no periodic update is performed.

The WAN-side IP address of the AirStation’s Internet port. This address is sent to the dynamic DNS service provider.

The domain name assigned by the dynamic DNS service provider. The AirStation can be accessed from the Internet using this domain name.

PPTP

Configure the VPN server.

Internet -> PPTP (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

PPTP Server Enable to use a PPTP server. Authentication Type Select the authentication method for PPTP connection. Server IP Address Select the server IP address. Client IP Address Select the IP address range. DNS Server IP Address Choose the IP address for the DNS server. WINS Server IP Address Choose the IP address for the WINS server.

MTU/MRU Value

Edit PPTP User List Click to edit user information.

Add New user

Advanced Settings

PPTP User List Displays the PPTP connection user information.

Configure MTU (maximum transmission unit) / MRU (maximum receive unit) between 578 and 1500 which is used during transmission on PPTP.

Click [Edit PPTP User List] to display.

Username

Enter the username to connect to the PPTP server. You may enter up to 16 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Password

Enter the password to connect to the PPTP server. You may enter up to 16 alphanumerical characters and symbols.

Method of Acquiring IP Address

Select the method to be used to assign the IP address is assigned to the PPTP client.

NAT

Configure network address translation settings. This enables LAN-side devices to communicate with the Internet.

Internet -> NAT (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Address Translation Enable to use network address translation.

LAN

Configure LAN-side and DHCP server settings.

LAN -> LAN

Parameter Meaning

LAN-side IP Address

DHCP Server Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns LAN-side IP addresses automatically.

DHCP IP Address Pool

LAN-side IP Address (For IP Unnumbered)

Advanced Settings Check [Display] to display DHCP server advanced settings options.

Lease Period

By default, the LAN-side IP address is 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You may change it here.

Configure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range. Values from 1-256 may be entered.

Set an IP unnumbered LAN-side IP address.

Note:

A PC with a normal LAN-side IP address and a PC with an IP unnumbered IP address cannot communicate each other.

Set the effective period of an IP address assigned by the DHCP server. Up to 999 hours may be entered.

Parameter Meaning

Default Gateway Set the default gateway IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients. DNS Servers Set the DNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients. WINS Server Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.

Domain Name

Set the domain name for the DHCP server to issue to clients. You may enter up to 127 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.

DHCP Lease

Configure DHCP exceptions.

LAN -> DHCP Lease (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Current DHCP Clients

Displays information for current leases. An IP address which is leased automatically can be changed to manual leasing by clicking [Add Client].

Routing

Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route.

LAN -> Routing

Parameter Meaning

Routing Manual entries will appear here after being added.

2.4 GHz

Configure basic wireless settings from here.

Wireless -> 2.4 GHz

Parameter Meaning

Wireless

Wireless Channel

High-Speed Mode

Broadcast SSID

SSID 1

SSID 2

SSID Isolation

Wireless Authentication

Encrypt Wireless Data

WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Keys)

Key Renewal Interval Set the update interval for the encryption key between 0 and 1440 (minutes).

WEP Encryption Key Settings

BSS BasicRateSet

Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no wireless connections will be allowed.

Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) for wireless connections. With [Auto Channel] selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel.

Configure the bandwidth for wireless communication. To increase communication rate, set the bandwidth to 450 Mbps (40 MHz) and configure extension channel.

If [Allow] is checked, then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless devices by broadcasting its SSID. If [Allow] is unchecked, then the AirStation ignores SSID searches from wireless devices.

Enable or disable the main SSID (SSID 1) and sub SSID (SSID 2).

Enable to make wireless devices connected to the specified SSID be able to communicate only with the Internet-side.

Select an authentication method for SSID 1 from below:

WPA/WPA2-mixed mode PSK

Allows the authentication compatible with WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK at the same time.

WPA2-PSK

Allows the authentication compatible with WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i).

WPA-PSK

Allows the authentication compatible with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).

No Authentication

Connect to wireless clients without any authentication method. You may use any of the following types of encryption:

TKIP/AES mixed mode

[TKIP/AES mixed mode] allows both TKIP and AES authentication and communication. This is no more secure than TKIP alone, but more convenient for some users. [TKIP/AES mixed mode] can be selected only when [WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK] is selected for wireless authentication.

AES

AES is more secure than TKIP, and faster. Use a pre-shared key to communicate with a wireless device. AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for wireless authentication.

No Encryption

Data is transmitted without encryption. With this setting, anyone within range can connect to your wireless network and might be able to access data on the network. Not recommended for anyone with private data that needs to be kept secure. [No Encryption] can be selected only when [No Authentication] is selected for wireless authentication.

A pre-shared key or passphrase is the password for your wireless connections. There are two different formats for a pre-shared key. Use 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters (casesensitive) for an ASCII passphrase, or use 64 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a to f, not case-sensitive) for a hexadecimal passphrase.

A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four different formats. An ASCII passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive). A hexadecimal passphrase may use either 10 or 26 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a to f, not case-sensitive).

BSS (basic service set) configures the transmission rate of control communication frames for a wireless client. Setup choices may vary with different wireless clients.

Parameter Meaning

Multicast Rate Set the communication speed of multicast packets.

802.11n Protection

DTIM Period

Wireless Client Isolation

Output Power

WMM Settings Check [Display] to set priorities only for a specific communication.

WMM-EDCA Parameters

Enable to use 802.11n protection. 802.11n protection gives priority to 802.11n devices in mixed mode (11b/g or 11a) networks.

Set the beacon responding interval (1 -255) for which the AirStation responds to a wireless device. This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for the wireless device.

If enabled, the Wireless Client Isolation blocks communication between wireless devices connected to the AirStation. Wireless devices will be able to connect to the Internet but not with each other. Devices that are connected to the AirStation with wired connections will still be able to connect to wireless devices normally.

This sets the output of the wireless signal. Because the wireless transmission output and signal distance range are nearly proportional, when the wireless transmission output is reduced, the signal distance range also becomes shorter.

You don’t usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is recommended.

Priority

The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8, (High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order of priority.

CWmin, CWmax

The maximum and minimum value of the contention window. The contention window is used in the frame collision avoidance structure performed in IEEE802.11, and generally, the smaller the value in the window, the higher the probability that the queue obtains the right to send.

AIFSN

The interval to send frames. The unit of the AIFSN is a slot, just as the window defined by CWmin and CWmax is. The smaller the interval of sending frames, the faster the algorithm can restart. As a result, the priority of the queue is higher.

TXOP Limit

The period of time that the queue can use after obtaining the right to send. The unit is 32 ms. The longer this time, the more frames can be sent per right to send. However, the queue may interfere with other packet transmissions. If [TXOP Limit] is set to 0 (zero), only one frame can be sent per right to send.

Admission Control

Restricts new frames from interfering with a previous queue. New packets are prioritized lower until a queue of them is collected. As the new queue accumulates more packets, its priority increases.

5 GHz

Configure basic wireless settings from here.

Wireless -> 5 GHz

Parameter Meaning

Wireless

Wireless Channel

High-Speed Mode

Broadcast SSID

SSID 1

SSID 2

SSID Isolation

Wireless Authentication

Encrypt Wireless Data

WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Keys)

Key Renewal Interval Set the update interval for the encryption key between 0 and 1440 (minutes).

Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no wireless connections will be allowed.

Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) for wireless connections. With [Auto Channel] selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel. If a channel compatible with DFS is selected, the channel will be changed automatically when a weather radar is detected.

Configure the bandwidth for wireless communication. To increase communication rate, set the bandwidth to 1300 Mbps (80 MHz) and configure extension channel.

Enable or disable the main SSID (SSID 1) and sub SSID (SSID 2).

Enable to make wireless devices connected to the specified SSID be able to communicate only with the WAN-side.

Select an authentication method for SSID 1 from below:

WPA/WPA2-mixed mode PSK

Allows the authentication compatible with WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK at the same time.

WPA2-PSK

Allows the authentication compatible with WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i).

WPA-PSK

Allows the authentication compatible with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).

No Authentication

Connect to wireless clients without any authentication method. You may use any of the following types of encryption:

TKIP/AES mixed mode

AES

AES is more secure than TKIP, and faster. Use a pre-shared key to communicate with a wireless device. AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for wireless authentication.

No Encryption

Parameter Meaning

A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four different formats. An

WEP Encryption Key Settings

BSS BasicRateSet

Multicast Rate Set the communication speed of multicast packets.

802.11n Protection

DTIM Period

Wireless Client Isolation

Output Power

WMM Settings Check [Display] to set priorities only for a specific communication.

WMM-EDCA Parameters

ASCII passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive). A hexadecimal passphrase may use either 10 or 26 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a to f, not case-sensitive).

BSS (basic service set) configures the transmission rate of control communication frames for a wireless client. Setup choices may vary with different wireless clients.

Enable to use 802.11n protection. 802.11n protection gives priority to 802.11n devices in mixed mode (11b/g or 11a) networks.

Set the beacon responding interval (1 -255) for which the AirStation responds to a wireless device. This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for the wireless device.

You don’t usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is recommended.

Priority

The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8, (High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order of priority.

CWmin, CWmax

AIFSN

TXOP Limit

Admission Control

Restricts new frames from interfering with a previous queue. New packets are prioritized lower until a queue of them is collected. As the new queue accumulates more packets, its priority increases.

WPS

WPS status and settings.

Wireless -> WPS (Router and Access Point Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

WPS Enable to use WPS automatic configuration.

Enable to accept configure requests from other WPS devices.

External Registrar

AirStation PIN

Enrollee PIN Enter the PIN code for the other wireless device and click [OK].

WPS Status

Note:

Configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use. Displays the PIN code of the AirStation. Clicking [Generate PIN] will generate a new PIN

code. This code can be entered into other wireless devices that support WPS.

Displays [configured] if all available wireless bands are configured. Displays [unconfigured] if at least one wireless band is unconfigured.

AOSS

AOSS status and settings.

Wireless -> AOSS (Router and Access Point Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

AOSS Status

Allow WEP for Game Consoles Only

AOSS Button on The AirStation Unit

AOSS Client Information

Displays current AOSS status. Click to disconnect AOSS connection when it is enabled.

(SSID and encryption key will return to the previous setting.)

This allows game consoles which only support WEP to connect to the network.

If [Enable] is unchecked, only WPS runs when you press the button.

Displays the information of the clients connected to this product via AOSS and communicating with this product wirelessly.

Name

Displays the name of the clients.

MAC Address

Displays the MAC address of the clients.

Encryption Type

Displays the encryption type the clients can use.

Wireless

Displays current wireless method.

MAC Filtering

Restrict access to specific wireless devices.

Wireless -> MAC Filtering

Parameter Meaning

Enforce MAC Filtering Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses.

Registration List

Edit Registration List Adds a wireless device to the list of permitted devices.

Enter MAC Addresses

Connected Client’s List Display the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected to the AirStation.

Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly.

Enter a MAC address of a wireless device to permit to connect to the AirStation. Click [Register] to add that MAC address to the list.

Multicast Control

Configure restrictions on unnecessary multicast packets sent to the wireless LAN port.

Wireless -> Multicast Control

Parameter Meaning

Snooping

Multicast Aging Time

If enabled, snooping supervises multicast administrative packets such as IGMP and restricts unnecessary multicast transfers to wired or wireless ports.

Set the time to hold the data from multicast snooping in the range of 1 to 3600 (seconds). Enter a value bigger than the IGMP/MLD query interval.

Guest Account

Configure the AirStation’s guest account.

Wireless -> Guest Account (Router and Access Point Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Guest Account Enable or disable the guest account. Guest User

Authentication Guest Account LAN IP

Address Guest Account DHCP

Server Permitted Access Time Set the time frame for Internet access for the guest account. SSID This sets the SSID for the guest account. Wireless Authentication This sets whether wireless authentication is performed for the guest account. Wireless Encryption This sets the wireless encryption system for the guest account. WPA-PSK(Pre-shared

Key) Key Renewal Interval Set the update interval for the encryption key for the guest account. Edit Guest User Click to register a user who is using the guest account. Username This sets the name of the user using the guest account. Password This sets the password of the user using the guest account.

This sets whether authentication is performed for users who use the guest account.

This sets the LAN-side IP address for the guest account.

This sets whether IP addresses are automatically assigned for devices connected to the guest account.

This sets the wireless encryption key for the guest account.

Wireless Bridge

Configure the AirStation’s wireless bridge.

Wireless -> Wireless Bridge (Wireless Bridge Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Wireless Bridge Status Displays wireless bridge status. SSID Displays the master’s SSID. Security Displays the type of security used by connection with the master. Select 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz Set the priority for the connection with the master. Wireless LAN Master

Settings Main unit-side AOSS

Button Manual Settings Click to search master devices. Select a master device and enter the encryption key.

PIN Code Method

Pushbutton Method

Execute AOSS

When checked, the AirStation will use the wireless settings of the master device.

Uncheck [Enable] to disable AOSS and WPS.

Click [Start WPS by PIN] to issue PIN code and search master devices. Select a master device and click [Run PIN] to start WPS. Register PIN code to the destination master device within 2 minutes.

Click [Start WPS by pushbutton] to start WPS. Press master device’s AOSS/WPS button within 2 minutes.

Click to start AOSS. Press master device’s AOSS/WPS button within 2 minutes.

Firewall

Configure the AirStation’s firewall.

Security -> Firewall (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Enable to use any of the quick filters. Preconfigured quick filters include:

Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS routing

Enabling this blocks communication using these protocols from the WAN side to the LAN side or from the LAN side to the Internet. You can configure this with PPPoE if you select [Use PPPoE client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] for the method of acquiring IP Address, or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup.

Reject ident requests

Enabling this option will answer ident requests from the Internet side with

Basic Rules

corresponding rejection packets. Enable this option if you experienced slow transfer speeds for network applications such as mail, ftp or web browsing. If you have configured transfer of ident requests to the LAN-side computer in the address translation settings (DMZ or TCP port 113), then that setting has higher priority, and overrides this setting.

Block ping from Internet

If this is enabled, the AirStation will not respond to pings from the Internet side. You can configure this with PPPoE if you select [Use PPPoE client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] for the method of acquiring an IP address, or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup.

IP Filter

Edit IP filters.

Security -> IP Filter (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Action Specify how to process target packets. Direction Specify the transmission direction of target packets. IP Address Specify the sender’s IP address and receiver’s IP address of the target packets. Protocol Select a protocol for target transmission packet. IP Filter Display the list of IP filters which have been registered.

VPN Passthrough

Configure IPv6 passthrough, PPPoE passthrough, and PPTP passthrough.

Security -> VPN Passthrough (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

IPv6 Passthrough Enable to use IPv6 Passthrough for address translation.

Enable to use PPPoE bridging. PPPoE bridging lets you automatically obtain an IP

PPPoE Passthrough

PPTP Passthrough Enable to use PPTP passthrough for address translation.

address from your provider for your LAN-side computer using the PPPoE protocol because PPPoE packets can pass between the Internet and LAN.

Port Forwarding

Configure port translation.

Security -> Port Forwarding (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Specify a group name for a new rule to belong to. Select [New Group] and enter the new

Group

Internet-side IP Address Enter the Internet-side IP address (before translation) for the port translation table entry. Protocol Select the Internet-side protocol (before translation) for the port translation table entry. LAN-side IP Address Enter the LAN-side IP address (after translation) for the port translation table entry.

LAN-side Port

Forwarded Ports Shows current entries in the port translation table.

group name in the Group Name field to create a new group. A group name can include up to 16 alphanumeric characters.

Select the LAN-side (after translation) port number (1 - 65535) for the port translation table entry.

DMZ

Configure a destination for packets that don’t have a LAN-side destination.

Security -> DMZ (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Enter the IP address of the destination to which packets which are not routed by a port

Add IP Address to DMZ

translation table are forwarded.

Note:

RIP protocol packets (UDP port number 520) will not be forwarded.

UPnP

Configure UPnP (universal plug and play).

Security -> UPnP (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

UPnP Enable or disable universal plug and play (UPnP) functionality.

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Security -> Web Filtering and Parental Controls (Router Mode Only)

Norton ConnectSafe must be activated by customer. Use of Norton ConnectSafe is subject to the Terms of Service found at

https://dns.norton.com/dnsweb/terms.do .

Parameter Meaning

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Filter Level Select filter level. Level 3 is selected by default.

Websites Excluded from Filter

Enable or disable content filter functionality.

Specify a list of websites that will be unaffected by the web filtering and parental controls. Click [Add] and enter any website (up to 20 are allowed). You can edit or delete entered entries.

Parameter Meaning

Computers Excluded from Filter

Access Control

Set a list of computers on the network that will be unaffected by the web filtering and Parental Controls. Click [Add] and enter a computer’s MAC address (up to 20 are allowed). You can edit or delete entered entries.

Select the computers on the network that will be subjected to the web filtering and parental controls. Under target computer, enter the computer’s MAC address and click [Add] to save it to the access control list.

Disk Management

View the status of and configure attached USB drives.

Applications -> Disk Management

Parameter Meaning

Automatic USB Drive Assignment

Advanced Check [Display] to display the advanced functionality. Character Code for FAT Specify the file name character code used for FAT-formatting. Sleep Mode Enable or disable sleep mode.

Sleep Mode Interval

Device Displays the manufacturer, product name and unit name of the connected USB devices. Disk Assignment Select a number of the drive or [Do not assign]. Partition Information Displays partition information. Refresh USB Devices Refreshes USB devices.

Modify Shared Folder

Shared Folder Name

Enable or disable automatic USB drive assignment.

When the device is not used until the specified time frame, the device power will be off. You can specify the time frame from 1 to 300 minutes.

Displays when you select a partition and click [Setting Changes]. Restricts the access to the USB devices.

The shared folder name may contain up to one-byte 18 alphanumeric characters, each region’s characters, hyphens (-) and underscores (_). Do not use a symbol as the first character.

Parameter Meaning

Shared Folder Description

Drive Partition Area

Disclosed to Select the functions used by registered shared folder. Access Restrictions Configure access restriction settings by username.

WebAccess

Current Users Displays the registered user information. Add Click it to register new user.

Username

Password

User Description

The shared folder description may contain up to one-byte 75 alphanumeric characters, each region’s characters, hyphens (-) and underscores (_).

Displays [Select], [Drive Partition Area], [Format] and [Used/Available] of devices and partitions.

If checked, WebAccess users will have the same permission via WebAccess that they do locally.

If unchecked, WebAccess users will have the permission as read-only.

Enter an username to access the shared folder. You can enter 1 to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and periods (.). Do not use a symbol as the first character.

Enter the password to access the shared folder. You can enter 1 to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and periods (.). Do not use a symbol as the first character.

The user description may contain up to one-byte 75 alphanumeric characters, each region’s characters, one-byte spaces, hyphens (-) and underscores (_).

Sharing

Assign AirStation and workgroup names to access shared folders.

Applications -> Sharing

Parameter Meaning

Shared Folder Enable to make a USB drive available on your local network.

Rename your AirStation if desired. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters, spaces, and

AirStation Name

AirStation Description

Workgroup Name

Windows Client Language

Shared Service Displays the status of the USB drive that is used with the shared service.

hyphens (-) may be used. The AirStation name is also used as the hostname that will be used with the shared service. The shared service may not be available if you use over 15 alphanumeric characters in your AirStation’s name.

Describe the AirStation (optional). Up to 48 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used.

Enter your workgroup name. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-), underscores (_), and periods (.) may be used.

Select the language to be used by the Windows client.

WebAccess

Configure WebAccess.

Applications -> WebAccess

Parameter Meaning

WebAccess Check [Enable] to use WebAccess. Language Set the language to be used with WebAccess. HTTPS/SSL Encryption Check [Enable] to use SSL encryption for protected data transfer. WebAccess External

Port

DNS Service Hostname

WebAccess Displays the status of WebAccess. External Port Status Displays the status of the external port. BuffaloNAS.com Displays the status of BuffaloNAS.com.

Automatically sets the external port used for WebAccess. To select the port manually, select [Manual].

Sets the DNS service hostname when WebAccess is activated. Select [Use BuffaloNAS. com registration] to use WebAccess easily. You’ll have to configure a [BuffaloNAS.com name] and [BuffaloNAS.com key] to use BuffaloNAS.com. 3 - 20 alphanumeric characters, spaces, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and period (.), may be used in the BuffaloNAS.com name. 3 - 20 alphanumeric characters, spaces, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and period (.), may be used in the BuffaloNAS.com key.

Note:

The registered name is deleted from the server if the AirStation is disconnected from power, even for a moment.

Media Server

Media Server settings.

Applications -> Media Server

Parameter Meaning

Media Server Enable to use the media server. Status Displays the status of the media server.

BitTorrent

Configure the BitTorrent client.

Applications -> BitTorrent

Parameter Meaning

Enable to use the BitTorrent client. If the BitTorrent client is enabled, overall

BitTorrent

External Port Number Select an external port number. Bandwidth Restriction Set a bandwidth limit for BitTorrent.

communication performance may decrease and settings screens may respond slower. If that happens, reformat the USB disk with XFS. That may help performance.

Parameter Meaning

Download Manager

Delete All Torrents

BitTorrent Status Displays the status of the BitTorrent client. BitTorrent External Port

Status

You can download the latest Windows BitTorrent client from www.bittorrent.com.

Displays the BitTorrent download manager screen. Add a torrent, then click [Add] to download the file(s).

Deletes all files, including the torrent files and files which are currently downloading. Downloaded files are not deleted.

Display the external port status of the BitTorrent client.

QoS

Configure priority control QoS settings and check the status.

Applications -> QoS (Router Mode Only)

Parameter Meaning

Priority Control QoS Enable or disable QoS. Optimize for Select a policy for communication.

Manual

Manual Entry Displays manually registered rule information. Add Click to register new user. You can register up to 20 users. Name Enter the name of the setting. Priority Select a priority for the setting. Protocol Select a target protocol. Remote Settings Specify the WAN-side server setting. Local Settings Specify the LAN-side device.

These settings will be used when [Manual] is selected from the [Optimize for] field above.

eco Mode

Configure eco Mode from this screen.

Applications -> eco Mode

Parameter Meaning

Power Saving

Custom Mode Individual power saving elements may be configured for custom mode. Weekly Schedule Graphically displays the configured schedule. Schedule Entry Configure operational mode for time periods in the weekly schedule.

Enable to schedule eco Mode. If eco Mode is enabled, AOSS will function only when the AirStation is in normal operating mode.

Network USB

Network USB allows a computer on the wired or wireless LAN to connect to a USB device connected to the AirStation as though it were directly connected to the computer. Printers connected in this way support 2-way communication, so ink-level notifications and similar functions will work normally. Only one computer can connect to the USB device at a time.

Note:

Network USB is recommended for printer use. Other USB devices are not supported at this time.

Applications -> Network USB

Parameter Meaning

The USB Device Server allows a computer on the wired or wireless LAN to connect to

Network USB

Use Multifunction Printer

a USB device connected to the AirStation as though it were directly connected to the computer. Disable to reduce the load on the NAS, improve performance, or for security reasons.

This uses a multifunction printer supporting mass storage classes as a printer. Disable if using as a NAS instead.

System

Configure basic AirStation settings.

Admin -> System

Parameter Meaning

AirStation Name

Administrator The name of the administrator account is “admin”.

Administrator Password

Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN

Prohibit configuration from wired LAN

Permit configuration from wired Internet

Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).

The administrator password may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).

If enabled, prevents access to configuration interface from wirelessly connected devices (only wired devices may configure).

If enabled, prevents access to configuration interface from wired devices (only wirelessly connected devices may configure).

If enabled, allows access to configuration interface from network devices on the WAN (Internet) side.

Parameter Meaning

Permitted IP address

Permitted Port

NTP Functionality Enable to use an NTP server.

NTP Server

Update Interval

Local Date You may manually set the date of the AirStation’s internal clock. Local Time You may manually set the time of the AirStation’s internal clock. Time Zone Specify the time zone (offset of greenwich mean time) of the AirStation’s internal clock.

DST (Daylight Saving Time)

Displayed only if Internet-side configuration is enabled. Enter the IP address of a device that is permitted to configure the AirStation remotely from the WAN (Internet) side.

Displayed only if Internet-side configuration is enabled. Set a port number (1 - 65535) to configure the AirStation from the WAN (Internet) side.

Enter the name of the NTP server as a hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP address. Up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used. The default is [time.nist.gov].

How often will the AirStation check the NTP server for the correct time? Intervals of 1 24 hours may be set. The default is 24 hours.

You may configure the AirStation to automatically use DST (daylight saving time). If selected, the AirStation will automatically adjust the time at the beginning and end of DST.

Syslog Settings

Transfer the AirStation’s logs to a syslog server.

Admin -> Syslog Settings

Parameter Meaning

Transfer Logs Enable to send logs to a syslog server.

Syslog Server

Logs Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server. Detailed logs Choose which detailed logs will be transferred to the syslog server.

Identify the syslog server by hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP address. You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).

Reset / Reboot

Save and restore this product’s settings, and also initialize and restart this product.

Admin -> Reset / Reboot

Parameter Meaning

Select an operation.

Save settings

Save this product’s settings to a file. Click [Execute]. You can encrypt the setting file by checking [Use Password] and clicking [Execute].

Operation

Restart Click it to restart this product.

Restore settings

Restore this product’s settings from the setting file. Click [Browse...] and specify a setting file, then click [Execute]. If the setting file is encrypted, check [Use Password] and click [Execute].

Initialize AirStation

Initialize and restart this product. Click [Execute].

Update

Update the AirStation’s firmware.

Admin -> Update

Parameter Meaning

Firmware Version Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation.

Update Method

Firmware File Name

Automatic Update Check

Daily Check Time This sets the interval for checking whether a new firmware version has been released.

[Specify a local file] updates from a firmware file stored on your computer. [Automatic update] updates to the latest firmware automatically.

Click [Browse...] to navigate to the firmware file on your computer if [Specify a local file] is selected. You don’t need to specify the firmware location if you’re using [Automatic update]. Click [Update Firmware] to update the firmware.

If enabled, you’ll be notified in Settings when a new firmware is available.

System Information

View system information for the AirStation.

Status -> System Information

Parameter Meaning

Model Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version. AirStation Name Displays the name of the AirStation. Mode Displays the AirStation’s current operational mode. Internet Displays information about the Internet port.

Parameter Meaning

LAN Displays information about the LAN port. Wireless (5 GHz)

Wireless (2.4 GHz) Guest Account Displays information about the guest account. NAS Displays information about the USB drive. Web Filtering and

Parental Controls eco Mode This indicates the operating status of eco Mode.

Displays the wireless status.

This indicates the operating status of the parental controls.

Logs

The AirStation’s logs are recorded here.

Status -> Logs

Parameter Meaning

Display logs Choose the types of logs to display. Logs Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation.

Packets

View packet transfer information.

Status -> Packets

Parameter Meaning

Sent Displays the number of packets sent to the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN. Received Displays the number of packets received from the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN.

Ping

A ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device.

Status -> Ping

Parameter Meaning

Destination Address

Enter the IP address or hostname of the device that you are testing communication with, then click [Execute]. The result will be displayed below.

Chapter 3 - Wireless

Wireless Options

You may use any of the following methods to connect devices to the AirStation wirelessly.

Manual Configuration

On your device, search for available networks and find the AirStation. If a password is required, enter the AirStation’s encryption key.

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

WPS is an automatic connection method created by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Two different versions of WPS are supported: pushbutton and PIN. For pushbutton, start WPS on your client device, then press the AOSS button on the AirStation. Alternately, if your wireless client has a WPS PIN, you may use the Client Manager to enter the PIN in the AirStation. With either of these methods, a wireless connection will be established automatically within a couple of minutes.

Notes:

• WPS supports Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista Service Pack 2 only.

• Mac OS is not supported.

AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System)

AOSS is a proprietary system by Buffalo that lets you set up a secure wireless connection with the push of a button. Press your device’s and the AirStation’s AOSS buttons and a secure wireless connection will be configured automatically.

Notes:

• To use AOSS with a Windows PC, install Client Manager.

• To use AOSS with Mac, install AOSS Assistant.

Advanced Wireless Configuration

Manual Configuration (SSID and Password)

1 Click the wireless icon.

2 Select your AirStation’s SSID from the list.

Note:

Your AirStation’s default SSID and encryption key are on the setup card stored in the base of the AirStation.

3 Enter the AirStation’s encryption key.

4 The connection will be established.

Automatic Secure Setup (WPS)

1 Click the wireless icon.

2 Select your AirStation’s SSID from the list.

Note:

Your AirStation’s default SSID is on the setup card stored in the base of the AirStation.

3 Without entering a password, press the AOSS button on the AirStation.

Notes:

• WPS supports Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista Service Pack 2 only.

• Mac OS is not supported.

4 The connection will be established.

Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS)

1 Windows users should download Client Manager from Buffalo’s website and install it.

Mac users should download AOSS Assistant and install it.

2 Initiate AOSS from Client Manager or AOSS Assistant.

3 Press your AirStation’s AOSS button.

4 The connection will be established.

Adding an AirStation to an Existing Wireless Network as a Client

In a network that already has a wireless access point, the AirStation can serve as a wireless client. It can connect wirelessly to the existing wireless network and other devices can be connected to its Ethernet ports.

To configure the AirStation as a wireless client, navigate to [Wireless] > [Wireless Bridge] in Settings.

Under “Manual Connection”, click [Configure].

Select your access point from the list of detected wireless devices. Select settings for “Wireless Authentication” and “Encryption” to match the AP’s settings, then click [OK]. The AirStation is now connected as a wireless client, and Ethernet devices connected to it can use the AP’s Internet connection.

Chapter 4 - Utilities

How to Download Utilities

You can download utilities for your AirStation from Buffalo’s website.

WZR-1750DHP: http://d.buffalo.jp/wzr-1750dhp/

List of Utilities with Description of Each

AirStation Configuration Tool

You can enter the AirStation’s settings and change IP address with this tool.

Compatible with:

Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4

Network-USB Navigator

You can use a printer connected to the AirStation’s USB port via any computer in your network with this software.

Note:

Concurrent use by multiple computers is not supported.

Compatible with:

Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4

Client Manager

Use this software to let your Windows PC connect to the AirStation with AOSS.

Client Manager V supports Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista.

Client Manager 3 supports Windows XP.

Note:

If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Config is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Config, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation.

Compatible with:

Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

AOSS Assistant

Use this software to let your Mac connect to the AirStation with AOSS.

Compatible with:

OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4

WLAN Monitor

You can check the radio wave condition, connection speed, signal quality, and signal level with this tool.

Compatible with:

OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4

Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting

Finding Your AirStation on the Network

By default, your AirStation is accessible on your local network at the IP address 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask

255.255.255.0. If this address has been changed and you don’t know the new address, you can reset the AirStation to its default settings by holding down the reset button for 3 seconds.

You can also find your AirStation on the network with the AirStation Configuration Tool. This software will detect AirStations on your network and give you the IP address and MAC address of each.

Eliminating Dead Spots in Wireless Coverage

If there are spots in your house with poor wireless coverage, try moving your AirStation. Sometimes even moving it a few feet can eliminate dead spots in the area. Also, in Settings, make sure that the wireless output power of the AirStation is set to 100% for maximum range.

If Your Wireless Connection Is Not Stable

Many household devices such as microwaves and cordless phones can interfere with some channels of the spectrum available for the AirStation. If your wireless connection is unstable, change the wireless channel setting to [auto channel] for both the AirStation and your wireless client device. The AirStation will then choose the clearest channel automatically.

Make sure that the 5 GHz band is enabled. The WZR-1750DHP is a dual band router, and either band will work well, but the 5 GHz band will usually have less interference.

Basic Router Troubleshooting

If your router is not behaving normally, begin by using the resetting all settings. With the unit connected to power, hold down the reset button for 3 seconds. This will reset all settings to their defaults. The local IP address of the router will now be 192.168.11.1 with a 255.255.255.0 subnet mask.

Connect your PC to one of the Ethernet ports on the router. Give the computer a manual (fixed) IP address on the same subnet as the router such as 192.168.11.2. Set the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0.

Open a browser (such as Firefox) on your computer and type 192.168.11.1 into the URL window. Click [Go]. The router’s settings page should open.

Enter the router’s username and password (“admin” and “password” by default).

You should now be able to reconfigure your settings and change your password for the router.

Basic Router Troubleshooting from a Mac

Connect your Mac to one of the Ethernet ports on the router. In System Preferences - Network - Ethernet, give the computer a manual (fixed) IP address on the same subnet as the router such as 192.168.11.2. Set the subnet mask to

255.255.255.0.

If your Mac doesn’t have an Ethernet port, connect it to the AirStation wirelessly instead. The AirStation’s default SSID and passphrase are printed on the setup card in the bottom of the router. Use this information to connect wirelessly. Then, give the computer a fixed IP address on the same subnet as the router such as 192.168.11.2 and set the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0.

Open a browser (such as Safari) on your computer and type 192.168.11.1 into the URL window. Click [Go]. The router’s settings page should open.

Enter the router’s username and password (“admin” and “password” by default).

You should now be able to reconfigure your settings and change your password for the router.

Appendix A - Supplemental Information

Package contents

The following items are included in your AirStation package. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender.

AirStation.....................................................1

AirStation setup card...............................1

AC adapter...................................................1

AC power cable..........................................1

Stands...........................................................2

Screws for wall-mounting.....................2

Ethernet cable...........................................1

Quick setup guide...................................1

Warranty statement................................1

Factory Default Settings

Feature Parameter Default Setting

Method of Acquiring IP Address Internet Connection Wizard Default Gateway -

Internet

PPPoE

Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNS Service Disabled

PPTP

NAT Address Translation Enabled

DNS Name Server Address Internet MAC Address Use default MAC address MTU Size of Internet Port 1500 Bytes Default PPPoE Connection No active session. IP Unnumbered PPPoE

Connection PPPoE Connection List Settings are not registered. Preferred Connections Route is not registered.

PPTP Server Disabled Authentication Type MS-CHAPv2 (40/128-bit Encryption) Server IP Address Auto Client IP Address Auto DNS Server IP Address LAN-side IP address of the AirStation WINS Server IP Address MTU/MRU Value 1396 PPTP User List No registered users.

No active session.

Feature Parameter Default Setting

LAN-side IP Address

DHCP Server Enabled DHCP IP Address Pool 192.168.11.2 for up to 64 address(es) LAN-side IP Address (For IP

LAN

DHCP Lease Current DHCP Clients Routing Routing No routes are registered.

2.4 GHz

5 GHz

Unnumbered) Advanced Settings Not display Lease Period 48 hour(s) Default Gateway AirStation’s IP address DNS Servers AirStation’s IP address WINS Server Do not specify Domain Name Assigned domain name

Wireless Enabled Wireless Channel Auto Channel

High-Speed Mode

Broadcast SSID Allow SSID 1 Use SSID Isolation Not used SSID Use AirStation’s MAC address Wireless Authentication WPA2-PSK or No Authentication Encryption Wireless Data AES or No Encryption

WPA-PSK (Pre-shared Keys)

Key Renewal Interval 0 minutes SSID 2 Not used SSID Isolation Not used SSID Use AirStation’s MAC address WEP Encryption Key Settings -

BSS BasicRateSet

Multicast Rate Auto

802.11n Protection Not used DTIM Period 1 Wireless Client Isolation Not used Output Power 100% WMM Settings Not displayed

IP address: 192.168.11.1 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

2.4 GHz: 216.7 Mbps (20 MHz) 5 GHz: 1300 Mbps (80 MHz)

A 8-digit random value or disabled (Printed on the setup card. Encryption is disabled in default

settings on AirStation for Asia Pacific.)

2.4 GHz: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps 5 GHz: 6, 12, 24 Mbps

Feature Parameter Default Setting

CWmin 15 15 CWmax 1023 1023 AIFSN 7 7 TXOP Limit 0 0 Admission Control ----- Disabled

CWmin 15 15 CWmax 63 1023 AIFSN 3 3 TXOP Limit 0 0 Admission Control ----- Disabled

CWmin 7 7 CWmax 15 15 AIFSN 1 2 TXOP Limit 94 94 Admission Control ----- Disabled

CWmin 3 3 CWmax 7 7 AIFSN 1 2 TXOP Limit 47 47 Admission Control ----- Disabled

An 8-digit random value (Printed on the label of the AirStation)

WPS Status: Configured SSID: BUFFALO-A-XXXX (the last 4 digits of the AirStation’s MAC

address). BUFFALO-G-XXXX (the last 4 digits of the AirStation’s MAC

address). Security: WPA2-PSK AES or none Encryption Key: Either an 8-digit random value or disabled. Printed on the

setup card. Encryption is disabled by default settings on AirStation for Asia Pacific.

Disabled

Enabled

WPS

AOSS

WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BK (Low))

WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BE (Nomal))

WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_VI (High))

WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_VO (Highest))

WPS Enabled External Registrar Enabled

AirStation PIN

Enrollee PIN -

WPS Security Settings

AOSS Status Not in use Allow WEP for Game Consoles

Only AOSS Button on The AirStation

Unit

For AP For STA

Feature Parameter Default Setting

MAC Filtering

Multicast Control

Guest Account

Firewall Basic Rules

IP Filter IP Filter No IP filters have been configured yet.

VPN Passthrough

Port Forwarding Forwarded Ports Port forwarding has not been set up yet. DMZ Add IP Address to DMZ UPnP UPnP Enabled Web Filtering

and Parental Controls

Disk Management

Sharing

WebAccess

Media Server Media Server Disabled

BitTorrent

Enforce MAC Filtering Disabled Registration List No Registered MAC address Snooping Enabled Multicast Aging Time 300 Sec. Guest Account Disabled Guest User Authentication Disabled Guest Account LAN IP Address Auto Permitted Access Time 3 hours SSID Use AirStation’s MAC address Wireless Authentication No Authentication Wireless Encryption No Encryption Show Guests No registered guest users.

Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS routing:

Disabled Reject ident requests: Enabled Block ping from Internet: Enabled

IPv6 Passthrough Disabled PPPoE Passthrough Disabled PPTP Passthrough Enabled

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Automatic USB Drive Assignment

Advanced Not Displayed Character Code for FAT North America (CP437) Sleep Mode Disabled Current Users No users registered. Shared Folder Enabled AirStation Name AP + AirStation’s MAC Address AirStation Description Workgroup Name WORKGROUP Windows Client Language North America (CP437) WebAccess Disabled HTTPS/SSL Encryption Disabled WebAccess External Port Auto DNS Server Hostname Use BuffaloNAS.com registration

BitTorrent Disabled External Port Number Auto Bandwidth Restriction Disabled

Enabled

Feature Parameter Default Setting

Priority Control QoS Disabled Optimize for Video

Video:

Ultra Premium - High Bandwidth Conference: Premium - Low Latency, Medium Bandwidth

Gaming:

QoS

eco Mode

Network USB

System

Manual

Manual Entry No user settings available. Power Saving Disabled LED Off Wired LAN eco Wireless LAN Off Weekly Schedule Mode Normal Start Time 0:00 End Time 0:30 Day of Week Network USB Enabled Use Multifunction Printer Enabled AirStation Name AP + AirStation’s MAC Address Administrator admin (fixed) Administrator Password password

Access

NTP Functionality Enabled NTP Server time.nist.gov Update Interval 24 hours Local Date 2013 Year 1 Month 1 Day Local Time 0 Hour 0 Minute 0 Seconds Time Zone (GMT - 06:00) Central Standard Time: CST DST (Daylight Saving Time) USA (from second Sunday in Mar to first Sunday in Nov)

Premium - Low Latency, 320 Kbps Bandwidth Audio: Above Average, 320 Kbps Bandwidth Browsing: Standard, Best Availability Download: Junk, Lowest Priority

Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN: Disabled Prohibit configuration from wired LAN: Disabled Permit configuration from wired Internet: Disabled

Feature Parameter Default Setting

Transfer Logs Disabled Syslog Server -

Address Translation, IP Filter, Firewall, PPP Client,

Syslog Settings

Update Firmware

Logs

Detailed logs Update Method Specify a local file Firmware File Name Automatic Update Check Enabled Daily Check Time Automatic

Dynamic DNS, DHCP Client, DHCP Server, AOSS, Wireless, Authentication, Setting Changes, System Boot, NTP Client, Wired, USB, System

Technical Specifications

Wireless LAN Interface

Standard Compliance IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) / IEEE 802.11n / IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11b Transmission Method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO Frequency Range Available frequencies depend on the country of purchase.

IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 20 MHz BW <Long GI>:

260/234/195/175.5/156/117/78/58.5/39/19.5 Mbps (3 stream) 156/130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13 Mbps (2 stream) 78/65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 20 MHz BW <Short GI>:

288.9/260/216.7/195/173.3/130/86.7/65/43.3/21.7 Mbps (3 stream)

173.3/144.4/130/115.6/86.7/57.8/43.3/28.9/14.4 Mbps (2 stream)

86.7/72.2/65/57.8/43.3/28.9/21.7/14.4/7.2 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 40 MHz BW <Long GI>:

540/486/405/364.5/324/243/162/121.5/81/40.5 Mbps (3 stream) 360/324/270/243/216/162/108/81/54/27 Mbps (2 stream)

Transmission Rate 802.11ac (Draft)

180/162/135/121.5/108/81/54/40.5/27/13.5 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 40 MHz BW <Short GI>:

600/540/450/405/360/270/180/135/90/45 Mbps (3 stream) 400/360/300/270/240/180/120/90/60/30 Mbps (2 stream) 200/180/150/135/120/90/60/45/30/15 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 80 MHz BW <Long GI>:

1170/1053/877.5/702/526.5/351/263.3/175.5/87.8 Mbps (3 stream) 780/702/585/526.5/468/351/234/175.5/117/58.5 Mbps (2 stream) 390/351/292.5/263.3/234/175.5/117/87.8/58.5/29.3 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 80 MHz BW <Short GI>:

1300/1170/975/780/585/390/292.5/195/97.5 Mbps (3 stream)

866.7/780/650/585/520/390/260/195/130/65 Mbps (2 stream)

433.3/390/325/292.5/260/195/130/97.5/65/32.5 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11n 20 MHz BW <Long GI>:

195/175.5/156/117/78/58.5/39/19.5 Mbps (3 stream) 130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13 Mbps (2 stream) 65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11n 20 MHz BW <Short GI>:

216.7/195/173.3/130/86.7/65/43.3/21.7 Mbps (3 stream)

144.4/130/115.6/86.7/57.8/43.3/28.9/14.4 Mbps (2 stream)

72.2/65/57.8/43.3/28.9/21.7/14.4/7.2 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11n 40 MHz BW <Long GI>:

Transmission Rate 802.11 n/a/b/g

Access Mode Infrastructure Mode

Security

Wired LAN Interface

Standard Compliance IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T) / IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX) / IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T) Transmission Rate 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps Transmission Encoding 1000BASE-T 4DPAM5, 100BASE-TX 4B5B/MLT-3, 10BASE-T Manchester Coding Access Method CSMA/CD Speed and Flow Control 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps, Auto Sensing, Auto MDIX Number of LAN Ports 4

USB Interface

Interface

Connector Type

Other

Power Supply

Power Consumption About 18.2 W (Max) Dimensions 212.2 x 183.2 x 34 mm (8.4 x 7.2 x 1.3 in.) Weight 580 g (20.5 oz.) Operating Environment 0 - 40° C (32 - 104° F), 20 - 80% (non-condensing)

405/364.5/324/243/162/121.5/81/40.5 Mbps (3 stream) 270/243/216/162/108/81/54/27 Mbps (2 stream) 135/121.5/108/81/54/40.5/27/13.5 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11n 40 MHz BW <Short GI>:

450/405/360/270/180/135/90/45 Mbps (3 stream) 300/270/240/180/120/90/60/30 Mbps (2 stream) 150/135/120/90/60/45/30/15 Mbps (1 stream)

IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11g:

54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps

IEEE 802.11b:

11/5.5/2/1 Mbps

AOSS, WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK, WPA2-PSK (AES), WPA-PSK (AES), 64-bit or 128-bit WEP, Mac Address Filter

USB 3.0 USB 2.0 USB 3.0 x 1 USB 2.0 x 1

External AC 100-240 V Universal, 50/60 Hz (Asian Power Devices Inc. DA-48Q12)

Shared Folders and USB Ports

There are several restrictions on using the AirStation’s USB port:

• When using two-byte characters (such as Japanese), keep folder and file names within 80 characters. You may not be able to copy a folder or a file whose name length is more than 80 characters.

• You cannot set attributes (hidden or read-only) for folders or files on the AirStation.

• When using access restrictions, you can register up to 16 users for the AirStation.

• Please note that you are not allowed to use any of the following words as a user or group name: adm, administrator, all, bin, daemon, disk, ftp, guest, halt, hdusers, kmen, lp, mail, man, news, nobody, nogroup, none, operator, root, shadow, shutdown, sshd, sync, sys, ttyusers, utmp, uucp, www.

• Please note that you are not allowed to use any of the following words as a shared folder name: global, homes, printers, bittorrent, disk1_pt1, disk1_pt2, disk1_pt3, disk1_pt4, disk2_pt1, disk2_pt2, disk2_pt3, disk2_pt4, disk3_pt1, disk3_pt2, disk3_pt3, disk3_pt4, disk4_pt1, disk4_pt2, disk4_pt3, disk4_pt4.

• If a file created on a Mac contains any of the following characters, it will not be displayed correctly under Windows. Also, you cannot copy or properly display a file when connecting via SMB from Mac OS if it contains any of these characters:

? [ ] / ¥ = + < > ; : “ , | *

• Cancelling or aborting a file copy may leave the file incomplete, and you may no longer be able to delete the incomplete file. This can also happen during a power outage or if the LAN cable is suddenly disconnected. If it happens, restart the AirStation, delete the file, and try copying the file again.

• Use the same username and password for the AirStation as the user’s Windows login. If they are different, the user may not be able to access shared folders with access restrictions on the AirStation.

• Date and time stamps stored on the USB hard drive may be updated by the OS accessing the AirStation. File creation or access dates may not be maintained.

• If you view the size of a hard drives on the browser, it shows a bigger value than when you see it in Windows’ drive properties. This is because the browser shows the size of the drive in gigabytes but Windows shows it in gibibytes.

• If you have logged in using a “guest” account from Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Windows 2000, access restrictions may not work properly. A (different) guest account already exists on the AirStation.

• If you access a shared folder from a Mac, additional Mac OS information files may be automatically generated. Do not delete these files from a Windows computer. Otherwise, you may no longer be able to access folders from a Mac.

• Device types that can be connected to the AirStation’s USB connector are USB hard drives, USB memory sticks, USB printer, or USB card readers. Card readers with 5 or more slots are not supported. USB devices such as a digital cameras, CD/DVD drives, mice, or keyboards are not supported.

• Encrypted USB hard drives are not supported.

• If your hard drive has an auto power mode switch, move the switch to [manual] or [on]. Leaving the switch set to [auto] may result in unpredictable behavior.

• Up to 4 partitions can be recognized on a USB hard drive.

• Available file systems for USB hard drives are FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, and XFS.

GPL Information

The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp/ .

Appendix B - Tutorials

Configuring the AirStation for Optimal Performance and Security

Some basic configuration tips to help improve your router performance and security.

Performance

• Put the AirStation in an elevated spot near the center of your house or coverage area, but away from other devices that might cause interference.

• Experiment with strategic locations to improve signal strength. To reduce interference, keep the router away from cordless phones and microwaves.

• In populated areas, leave automatic channel selection enabled and use 20 MHz wide channels. In less crowded areas, 40 MHz wide channels may offer better performance.

• Use QoS (quality of service) to give priority to services that need the most data.

Security

• Use AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) as the encryption. WEP offers virtually no protection at all.

• Enable the built-in AirStation firewall to prevent certain types of network traffic from reaching your computer.

• Enable IP filtering to control what IP traffic to allow into and out of your network for further access control.

• If you are using an unsecure network (e.g. WEP) and you wish to keep that access point separate from the rest of the network, enable SSID isolation. The unsecure router will still be able to access the Internet, but will be kept separate from the rest of the network.

Sharing a Printer

A USB printer attached to the AirStation can be made available to the network for wireless printing. You will need to download and install the Network-USB Navigator application from the Buffalo website.

Before proceeding, make sure the printer is installed on your PC with the correct printer drivers/software. If the PC does not have the required drivers, even if Network-USB Navigator detects the printer you will not be able to print to the device.

Enabling Network USB on the AirStation

1 Open the AirStation’s settings and click [Advanced Settings].

2 Navigate to [Applications] > [Network USB].

3 Enable [Network USB]. If the printer has multiple functions (e.g. scanning), enable multi-function as well.

Installing and Using Network-USB Navigator

1 Download the Network-USB Navigator software from the Buffalo website.

2 Open the application and install it on your PC, following the directions on the screen.

3 Connect the USB printer to the AirStation. Make sure the printer is powered on.

4 Open Network-USB Navigator. The printer should appear as a network device.

5 Select the printer and click [Connect].

The printer should now be connected and available for wireless printing.

Configuring Parental Controls

You can apply website content filters and control access to computers on your network. You can access parental control settings by the clicking [Advanced Settings], then navigating to [Security] > [Web Filtering and Parental Controls].

You must first accept the Symantec terms of use before you can use Parental Controls.

Content Filter

You can enable the content filter to block objectionable websites. You can select a filter level to set what kind of sites are blocked by the AirStation.

To configure the content filter:

1 On the parental control page, click [Enable] next to “Web Filtering and Parental Controls”.

2 Select the filter level.

3 Click [Apply].

Websites Excluded from Filter

Excluded websites can be accessed regardless of the content filter in place. You can register up to 20 excluded sites. To add a website:

1 On the Parental Controls page, click [Add] under “Websites Excluded from Filter” to open “Exclude Websites” page.

2 Enter a website URL (e.g. www.google.com).

3 Click [Add].

You will be returned to the Parental Controls page and the site will be displayed under “Websites Excluded from Filter”. You can click [Edit] to make any changes, or [Delete] to remove the entry.

Computers Excluded from Filter

Excluded computers can access any website without being affected by the content filter. You can register up to 20 excluded computers. To add a computer:

1 On “Parental Controls” page, click [Add] under “Computers Excluded from Filter” to open “Exclude Computers” page.

2 Enter a computer’s MAC address. If you need help locating a computer’s MAC address, consult the computer’s

manual.

3 Click [Add].

You will be returned to the Parental Controls page and the computer will be displayed under “Computers Excluded from Filter”. You can click [Edit] to make any changes, or [Delete] to remove the entry.

Finding a Computer’s MAC Address

Use the following steps to locate a computer’s MAC address.

1 On your PC desktop, click Start and type “cmd” into the search bar.

2 The command prompt appears. Type “ipconfig /all” and hit Enter.

3 Locate the physical address. This is the computer’s MAC address.

Access Control

Access control lets you set up a schedule that dictates when a target computer on the network can (or cannot) access the Internet. You can have up to 20 network computers under access control.

1 On the parental control page, click [Add] to open “Access Control” page.

2 Under “Target Computer”, enter the computer’s MAC address.

3 For the added computer, select [Internet Access] or [No Internet Access].

4 Set the “Start Time”, “End Time”, and “Day”(s) for the computer’s “Permitted Access Time”. “0” refers to midnight.

For example, if you set Computer A to have “Internet Access” from 7:00-10:00 on Thursday and Saturday, then Computer A can only access the Internet during those times and would not be able to get online during other times.

5 Click [Edit Permitted Access Time] to save the change.

6 You can make additional changes to the schedule if needed by repeating steps 3-5.

7 Click [Add].

You will be returned to the Parental Controls page and the computer will be displayed under the “Access Control List”. You can click [Edit] to modify the permitted access time or other settings, or [Delete] to remove the entry.

Port Forwarding Basics

Port forwarding is a way of configuring the AirStation so that incoming data is automatically directed to specific IP addresses on the network based on the data type.

Common Uses

Port forwarding allows computers outside your network to access computers on your LAN.

Some applications require port forwarding. For example, if you set up a game server, people outside the network will need to join your server to play the game with you. But the AirStation will automatically block all outside attempts to connect to your LAN. By setting a port number (the port receiving all the connection requests) and the IP address of your game server, the AirStation can then automatically direct the connection requests to the game server, allowing others to join and play.

You will need to know specific ports and corresponding protocols to successfully configure port forwarding. Most network applications and services will have the required ports and protocols in their user documentation.

Security

The risk of having a port “open” to the Internet depends entirely on the application using the open port. If no application is currently connected to the port, all communications to the port will be ignored. Enabling a firewall or other security application will help reduce security risk.

UPnP

For the most part, manually configuring port forwarding rules is unnecessary with the advent of UPnP (universal plug and play). UPnP is a protocol that allows a connecting application or device to automatically request and configure a port for you.

Many applications require that UPnP be enabled both in the application’s configuration and on the router. You can enable UPnP on this AirStation by opening “Advanced Settings”, then navigating to [Security] > [UPnP].

Setting Up Port Forwarding Rules

If UPnP is enabled, most programs will configure this for you automatically. Otherwise, you can manually set rules for port forwarding. You can access port forwarding options by opening “Advanced Settings” and then navigating to [Security] > [Port Forwarding].

Creating Port Forwarding Rules

The AirStation can register up to 32 rules. Rules can be managed using the group feature.

Once a group has been created, you can add additional port forwarding rules to that group. You can also turn the group of rules on or off as needed, or select a group of port forwarding rules to be disabled.

1 Create a new group name or add to an existing group.

2 Specify the WAN-side IP address the AirStation will forward ports from. Using the AirStation’s Internet IP address is

highly recommended, but you can manually enter an IP address.

3 Select a protocol and its corresponding port from the dropdown menu. For example, selecting HTTP will

automatically select TCP port 80. If you select any other protocol, you must select a valid port (from 1-65535) as well. The default is TCP/UDP, along with a list of common protocols. If selected, the protocols will use a corresponding port. You can also select “Manual” to manually enter a protocol and its corresponding port.

4 Enter the LAN–side IP address of the network computer to receive the forwarded data.

5 Enter the LAN-side port. This port will almost always be the same as the port set under “Protocol”. If the port is

different, this port will be used to route traffic on the LAN rather than the WAN port. As before, you can select a port from 1-65535.

Once the rule has been added, it will be displayed under the “Forwarded Ports” section.

Managing Port Forwarding Rules

Individual rules cannot be turned off. Only a rule group can be shut off. You can click [Edit] to make any changes to individual rules, or [Delete] to remove the rule entry.

Configuring a USB Drive as a NAS

You can use a USB drive as a network-attached storage (NAS) device by plugging it into the AirStation. The files on the device can then be accessed from anywhere on the network.

Note: Not all USB drives are compatible with the AirStation.

Setting Up the NAS

Make sure the USB drive is powered on.

1 Connect the USB drive to the AirStation.

2 On a computer, open Settings and enter “Advanced Settings”.

3 Navigate to [Applications] > [Disk Management].

4 Enable “Automatic USB Disk Assignment”.

Formatting the Drive

1 On the disk management page, click “Partition1”.

2 AirStation does not support ext3 or NTFS format drives. If the USB drive is in one of those formats, click [Format] to

open “Format Disk” page.

3 Select a format type and click [Execute format] to format the drive. Formatting will erase all data on the drive, so

back up any important data beforehand.

User Access

Set user access restrictions for the drive.

1 On the disk management page, click “Partition1”.

2 Click [Setting Changes].

3 Select the type of access to be given to users and click [Save].

To create new users, click [Add] from the disk management page.

Enable Sharing

Enable sharing so the drive is accessible by other users on the network.

1 Navigate to [Applications] > [Sharing].

2 Enable “Shared Folder” for the NAS.

3 Set the Workgroup name and click [Apply].

Adding a Second AirStation as a Wireless Client

If you have an existing wireless network, you can add the AirStation as a wireless client. It will be able to wirelessly connect to the access point. Other devices can then connect to the AirStation’s Ethernet ports to use the access point’s Internet connection.

Setting up the AirStation

Set the mode switch on the back of the AirStation to “WB”.

2 Connect the AirStation to a computer on the network with an Ethernet cable and power on the AirStation.

3 Open a web browser and enter the AirStation’s IP address.

4 Enter the administrator password and log in.

5 Go to “Advanced Settings” and navigate to [Wireless] > [Wireless Bridge].

6 Click [Manual Settings] to open the manual configuration page.

7 Select the access point from the available list of detected wireless devices. If nothing is displayed, click [Search

Again] to refresh the list.

8 Set the wireless authentication and encryption to match that of the access point.

9 Click [OK].

The AirStation should now be connected as a wireless client. You can disconnect the Ethernet cable and move the AirStation to another location that is within range of the access point. Other devices can now be connected to use the access point’s Internet.

Saving and Restoring Settings

Once you have finished configuring your AirStation to your needs, you can save the current configuration to a backup file. This file can be used to restore the AirStation’s settings when needed. For example, the AirStation will initialize its settings after a hard reset. Instead of re-configuring the unit, simply use the backup file to restore its previous settings.

The backup file is not automatically updated when you make further AirStation configuration changes.

Save Settings to a Backup File

You can access save settings by clicking “Advanced Settings”, then navigating to [Admin] > [Reset/Reboot].

1 On the save/restore settings page, check “Save settings”.

2 Check “Use Password” if you want to encrypt the backup file with a password. If you do, the system will ask

for the password when restoring settings with the backup file. The password may include up to 8 single-byte alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).

3 Click [Execute]. The Save As dialog appears.

4 Click [OK].

Once the file has been saved to your system, do not rename the backup file. If needed, you can put the file into another folder.

Restoring Settings with a Backup File

Restore settings can be found on the same tab.

1 On the save/restore settings page, check “Restore settings”.

2 The Browse field appears. Click [Browse...] to locate the backup file on the system.

3 Click [Execute]. The Restore dialog appears.

4 Enter the password if prompted. The password will be the one set when the backup file was created.

Please wait as the saved settings are restored to the AirStation. When settings are restored, all values (e.g. IP address, wireless encryption key, login, etc.) are changed to the ones saved in the backup file.

Note:

The AirStation will not be able to restore settings if:

• The backup file was created with a different version of the AirStation firmware.

• The backup file was created by a different product.

Replacing the AirStation

If an AirStation is no longer functional, you can replace it with another unit of the same model and use a saved backup file to automatically populate settings on the new unit. The firmware on the new unit must be the same version as the old unit when the backup file was created. If need be, downgrade the current firmware version to the previous one before using the backup file.

Setting Up WebAccess

WebAccess is a cloud service provided by Buffalo that allows you to access your NAS remotely over the Internet. You can share content with everyone or with specified users. You can set up WebAccess through the settings page of your NAS, or enable the service on your AirStation.

If you have a BuffaloNAS.com account, you can use its login to use WebAccess. You can also use your DDNS hostname or an external IP address along with the port used for WebAccess.

WebAccess Settings

1 Make sure the NAS is connected and available, and that the AirStation is powered on and connected.

2 Open “Advanced Settings” and navigate to [Security] > [UPnP].

3 Enable “UPnP” and click [Apply].

4 Navigate to [Applications] > [Disk Management].

5 Click [Setting Changes].

6 Check “Access Restrictions” and click [Save].

7 If you need to create a new user for WebAccess, create one on the disk management page, under “Current Users”.

8 Click [Applications] > [WebAccess].

9 Check “Enable” for WebAccess.

10 Leave the WebAccess External Port option as “Auto” so that UPnP will automatically configure a port for you.

11 Select the DNS Service hostname used to access the service. If you have a BuffaloNAS.com account, select “Use

BuffaloNAS.com Registration” and enter your BuffaloNAS.com username and password. You can also use an existing hostname, such as your dynamic DNS hostname.

12 Click [Apply] at the bottom of the page.

Connecting Wireless Devices Using AOSS

You can use the physical AOSS button on your AirStation to easily connect wireless devices that support AOSS or WPS. Consult your wireless device’s documentation for the location of its AOSS or WPS button.

If you already have a wireless network that was configured without using AOSS or WPS, connecting a new device with AOSS will change its settings, disconnecting any previously connected wireless devices.

Push Button Configuration

Easily connect other wireless devices using the physical AOSS button.

1 Power on the AirStation.

2 Hold the physical AOSS button down for two seconds, then release it.

3 For the next 2 minutes, the AOSS LED will flash and the AirStation will automatically search for a nearby AOSS/WPS

device. The AirStation will automatically return to normal if a device isn’t found after 2 minutes.

4 Push the AOSS/WPS button on the wireless device. It should be automatically connected within 2 minutes.

You can repeat this for all AOSS/WPS devices you are attempt to connect with. If setup doesn’t work, open Settings and ensure that the AOSS physical button is enabled.

Setting Up a VPN Server

You can configure a PPTP (VPN) server with either a dynamic DNS hostname or a static IP address.

Currently the AirStation supports both DynDNS and TZO. If you have a DynDNS or TZO account, you can enter the login and hostname information under [Advanced Settings] > [Internet] > [Dynamic DNS].

PPTP Settings on the AirStation

Your computer should be directly connected to the AirStation.

1 Open Settings.

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BUFFALO 000000009 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Chapter 1 - Setup

Introduction

Diagrams and Layout

Front Panel

Back Panel

Bottom

Right Side

Installation

Vertical Placement

Horizontal Placement

Wall-Mounting

How to Set Up AirStation for the First Time

Connect to a PC and Power On

Opening Settings

Connect Your Wireless Devices

Chapter 2 - Settings

Easy Admin

Home

Wireless

AOSS/WPS

USB Storage

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Device Settings

Advanced Settings

Internet

PPPoE

Dynamic DNS

PPTP

DHCP Lease

Routing

2.4 GHz

5 GHz

AOSS

MAC Filtering

Multicast Control

Guest Account

Wireless Bridge

Firewall

IP Filter

VPN Passthrough

Port Forwarding

UPnP

Web Filtering and Parental Controls

Disk Management

Sharing

WebAccess

Media Server

BitTorrent

eco Mode

Network USB

System

Syslog Settings

Reset / Reboot

Update

System Information

Logs

Packets

Ping

Chapter 3 - Wireless

Wireless Options

Advanced Wireless Configuration

Manual Configuration (SSID and Password)

Automatic Secure Setup (WPS)

Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS)

Adding an AirStation to an Existing Wireless Network as a Client

Chapter 4 - Utilities

How to Download Utilities

List of Utilities with Description of Each

AirStation Configuration Tool

Network-USB Navigator

Client Manager

AOSS Assistant

WLAN Monitor

Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting

Finding Your AirStation on the Network

Eliminating Dead Spots in Wireless Coverage