DIGISOL DG-HR3400 User Manual

DG-HR3400
300Mbps Wireless Broadband Home Router
User Manual
2013-09-13
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DG-HR3400 User Manual
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incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software. Further, this
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Trademarks:
DIGISOL™ is a trademark of Smartlink Network Systems Ltd. All other trademarks are the
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Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.
However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity
when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacturer
must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
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INDEX
1. Product Introduction .................................................................................................5
1-1 Introduction and Safety Information ..............................................................5
1-2 Safety Information ..........................................................................................6
1-3 System Requirements......................................................................................7
1-4 Package Contents...........................................................................................7
2. Hardware Installation................................................................................................ 8
2-1 Get Familiar with your new wireless broadband router................................8
2-1-1 Front Panel.........................................................................................8
2-1-2 Back Panel........................................................................................10
2-2 Typical install................................................................................................ 11
2-3 Software Installation.....................................................................................13
3. Quick Install Guide................................................................................................. 26
3-1 Connecting to wireless broadband router by web browser..........................26
3-2 Getting Started..............................................................................................29
3-3 Using Quick Setup........................................................................................31
4. Configuring the Router ...........................................................................................37
4-1 Setup ............................................................................................................. 37
4-1-1 Wizard ..............................................................................................37
4-1-2 Local Network .................................................................................38
4-1-3 Internet Setup ..................................................................................41
4-1-4 Mode Settings...................................................................................44
4-2 Wireless.........................................................................................................45
4-2-1 Wireless Basics.................................................................................45
4-2-2 MBSSID............................................................................................50
4-2-3 WPS ..................................................................................................52
4-2-4 Wireless Advanced...........................................................................53
ACL Set up................................................................................................. 54
4-2-5 Wireless Repeater............................................................................55
4-2-6 WDS..................................................................................................56
4-3 Advanced ......................................................................................................57
4-3-1 Access Control List..........................................................................58
4-3-2 Port Triggering ................................................................................59
4-3-3 DMZ..................................................................................................60
4-3-4 URL Block ........................................................................................61
4-3-5 IP/Port Filter....................................................................................62
4-3-6 MAC Filter.......................................................................................63
4-3-7 DOS Settings ....................................................................................64
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4-3-8 Dynamic DNS...................................................................................65
4-3-9 Qos Setup .........................................................................................66
4-3-10 UPnP...............................................................................................67
4-3-11 Routing ...........................................................................................68
4-3-12 Virtual Server ................................................................................70
4-4 Maintenance ................................................................................................. 71
4-4-1 Reboot...............................................................................................71
4-4-2 Firmware Upgrade..........................................................................72
4-4-3 Backup/Restore................................................................................73
4-4-4 Password ..........................................................................................74
4-4-5 Time and Date..................................................................................75
4-4-6 System Log....................................................................................... 76
4-4-7 Diagnostics-Ping ..............................................................................77
4-4-8 Diagnostics-Traceroute ...................................................................78
4-5 Status.............................................................................................................79
4-5-1 Device Info .......................................................................................79
4-5-2 Active Client Table .......................................................................... 80
4-5-3 Statistics............................................................................................80
5. Appendix................................................................................................................. 81
6. Glossary .................................................................................................................. 83
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1. Product Introduction

1-1 Introduction and Safety Information

Thank you for purchasing DG-HR3400 300Mbps 802.11n Wireless Broadband Home Router! DG-HR3400 is the best choice for Small office / Home office users, all computers and network devices can share a single xDSL / cable modem internet connection at high speed. Easy install procedures allow computer users to setup a network environment in very short time - within minutes, even inexperienced users. When the number of your computers and network-enabled devices grow, you can also expand the number of network slots by simply connecting a hub or switch, to extend the scope of your network.
All computers and IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless-enabled network devices (including PDA, cellular phone, game console and more) can connect to this wireless router without additional cabling. With a compatible wireless card installed in your PC, you can transfer files up to 300Mbps (transfer data rate).
Other features of this router include:
High Internet Access throughput. Wireless speed up to 300Mbps. Allows multiple users to share a single Internet line. Shares a single Cable or xDSL internet connection. Access private LAN servers from the internet. Four wired LAN ports (10/100M) and one WAN port (10/100M). Works with IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN devices. Supports DHCP (Server/Client) for easy IP-address setup. Supports multiple wireless modes like: AP, Client, Wireless Bridge and
Universal Repeater.
Advanced network and security features like: Special Applications, QoS, DMZ,
Virtual Servers, Access Control, Firewall.
Allows you to monitor the router’s status like: DHCP Client Log, System Log,
Security Log and Device/Connection Status.
Easy to use Web-based GUI for network configuration and management
purposes.
Remote management function allows configuration and upgrades from a remote
computer (over the Internet).
Provides Auto MDI / MDI-X function for all wired Ethernet ports.
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1-2 Safety Information

In order to keep the safety of users and your properties, please follow the safety instructions as mentioned below:
1. This router is designed for indoor use only; DO NOT place this router outdoor.
2. DO NOT place this router close to a hot or humid area, like kitchen or bathroom.
Also, do not leave this router in the car during summer.
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DO NOT pull any connected cable with force; disconnect it from the router first.
If you want to place this Router at a height or mount on the wall, please make sure
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it is firmly secured. Falling from a height would damage the router and its accessories and warranty will be void.
Accessories of this router, like antenna and power supply, are dangerous to small
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children. KEEP THIS ROUTER OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
The Router will get heated up when used for long time (This is normal and is not a
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malfunction). DO NOT put this Access Point on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials.
There’s no user-serviceable part inside the router. If you find that the router is not
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working properly, please contact your dealer of purchase and ask for help. DO NOT disassemble the router, warranty will be void.
8. If the router falls into water when it’s powered, DO NOT use your hands to pick it
up. Switch the electrical power off before you do anything, or contact an experienced electrical technician for help.
9. If you smell something strange, or even see some smoke coming out from the
router or power supply, remove the power supply or switch the electrical power off immediately, and call the dealer of purchase for help.
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1-3 System Requirements

Notebook or desktop computer with network adapter (wired/wireless) Internet connection, provided by xDSL or cable modem with a RJ-45 Ethernet
port.
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, Netscape Navigator 4.7
or above, Opera web browser, or Safari web browser).
An available AC power socket (100 – 240V, 50/60Hz)

1-4 Package Contents

Before you start using this router, please check if there’s anything missing in the package, and contact your dealer of purchase to claim for missing items:
DG-HR3400 Wireless Broadband Home Router Power adapter (5V DC, 1A) Rubber feet (4 Nos.) Quick Installation Guide Installation Guide CD (includes User Manual, QIG &Utility) Patch Cord (1 No.)
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2. Hardware Installation

2-1 Get Familiar with your new wireless broadband router

2-1-1 Front Panel
LED Name LED Status Indication
Power (PWR)
WAN
LAN(1-4)
On Router is switched on and correctly powered.
On WAN port is connected.
Off WAN port is not connected.
Blinking WAN activity (transferring or receiving data).
On LAN port is connected.
Off LAN port is not connected.
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Blinking LAN activity (transferring or receiving data).
On Wireless network is switched on.
WLAN
Off Wireless network is switched off.
Blinking Wireless LAN activity (transferring or receiving data).
A wireless device has been successfully added to the
On
WPS
network by WPS function.
Off WPS process is not initiated.
A wireless device is connecting to the network by
Blinking
WPS function.
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2-1-2 Back Panel
Interfaces Description
Antennas
Power on/off
These antennas are 5dBi dipole antennas.
Press this button to power on/off the router.
button
Power
LAN (1 – 4)
The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the power adapter provided with this Wireless Router. Local Area Network (LAN) ports 1 to 4.
The WPS/WIFI button has two functions.
WPS/WIFI
WPS: Press this button for more than 5 seconds to initiate WPS. WIFI: Press this button for less than 5 seconds to enable WLAN.
Reset the router to factory default settings (clear all settings).
Reset
Press this button and hold for 5 seconds to restore all settings to factory defaults.
WAN
Wide Area Network (WAN / Internet) port.
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2-2 Typical install

Hardware Installation:
Please follow the below mentioned instructions to build the network connection between your new WIRELESS router and your computers, network devices:
1. Connect your xDSL / cable modem to the WAN port of the router by an Ethernet
cable.
2. Connect all your computers, network devices (switch / hub) to the LAN port of
the router.
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3. Connect the power adapter (5V DC / 1A) to the wall socket, and then connect it
to the ‘Power’ socket of the router.
4. Please check all LEDs on the front panel. Power LED ‘PWR’ should be steadily
ON, WAN and LAN LEDs should be ON. Check if the computer/network device connected to the respective port of the router is powered ON and correctly connected. If power LED ‘PWR’ is not ON, or any LED you expected is not ON, please recheck the cabling.
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2-3 Software Installation

Insert the Setup CD into your CD-ROM drive of notebook/desktop computer.
Explore the CD and execute the “AutoRun.exe” file. Below given screen will
appear. Click 'Start' to Continue.
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Connect one end of a network cable to the WAN port of the router and the
other end to the DSL/Cable modem. Click ‘Next’ to continue.
Connect one end of the provided network cable to one of the LAN ports (1~4)
of the router and the other end to your computer. Click ‘Next’ to continue with the installation.
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Power on the Router. It will take approximately 30 seconds for the router to
boot up completely. Click ‘Next’ to continue with the installation.
Ensure the normal indication of all LED’s on the router. If not, try the above
steps again else click ‘Next’ to continue.
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Enter the Router’s password to log in to the Router. The default password is
1234”. It is recommended to change the router’s password to protect it from being accessed by other users. If you do not wish to change the current password, you can leave “New Password” and “Confirm New Password” fields blank. Click ‘Enter’ to continue.
Please select the internet connection type. Click ‘Next’ to continue.
NOTE: The steps mentioned till here are the common steps to be
followed for all the three modes. Following steps below describe how to configure the respective modes.
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PPPoE (DSL users)
Choose PPPoE. (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) If your ISP uses a
PPPoE connection you will be provided with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services.
Once the user name and password is entered click on ‘Next’, the screen
shown below will appear. Click on ‘Next’.
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Enter the ‘SSID’ and click on ‘Next’.
Configure the wireless security. Enter the security mode i.e. either ‘None’ or
WPA2 Mixed’ and click on ‘Next’.
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The screen as shown below will appear. Click on ‘Finish’.
Lastly, the router will reboot as shown below.
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DHCP (Cable Modem users)
Select DHCP Client to obtain IP Address information automatically from your
ISP. Click on ‘Next’.
The screen shown below will appear. Click on ‘Next’.
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Below mentioned screen will appear. Click on ‘Next’.
Enter the ‘SSID’ and click on ‘Next’.
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Configure the wireless security. Enter the security mode i.e. either ‘None’ or
WPA2 Mixed’ and click on ‘Next’.
Following screen will appear. Click on ‘Finish’.
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Lastly, the router will reboot as shown below.
Static IP (Cable Modem users)
Select Static IP Address if all the Internet port’s IP information is provided to
you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address and DNS address provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not in this format. Click on ‘Next’.
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The screen shown below will appear. Click on ‘Next’.
Enter the ‘SSID’ and click on ‘Next’.
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Configure the wireless security. Enter the security mode i.e. either ‘None’ or
WPA2 Mixed’ and click on ‘Next’.
You can view the information about the wireless configuration in the next
screen. Click ‘Finish’ to save your cu
rrent settings and reboot the router.
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3. Quick Install Guide

3-1 Connecting to wireless broadband router by web browser

After the network connection is setup, next step is to setup the router with proper network parameters, so it can work properly in your network environment.
Please use the web browser to configure the router. A computer with wired Ethernet connection to the router is required for this first-time configuration.
Before you start to configure the router (default IP 192.168.2.1), please configure the IP address of the computer in the same network class as that of the router.
Set the Network Configurations:
1. On your computer desktop right click "My Network Places" and select
"Properties".
2. Right click "local Area Network Connection" and select "Properties".
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