EnGenius ESR1221N2 User Manual
300N Wireless Router
ESR1221N2
300N Wireless Router
V1.0
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1. Introduction................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1. Package Contents.............................................................................................................................................7
1.2. System Requirements.......................................................................................................................................7
1.3. Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................8
1.4. LED Overview ...................................................................................................................................................9
1.5. Before you Begin............................................................................................................................................10
1.6. Considerations for Wireless Installation..........................................................................................................10
2. Configure PC/Laptop Network Interface ...................................................................................................................11
2.1. Windows XP/Vista ..........................................................................................................................................11
2.2. Windows 7 .....................................................................................................................................................14
2.3. Apple MacOS .................................................................................................................................................16
3. Setup your Router.....................................................................................................................................................17
4. Manually enter Setup Wizard....................................................................................................................................20
5. System ......................................................................................................................................................................32
5.1. Status .............................................................................................................................................................32
5.2. LAN ................................................................................................................................................................36
5.3. DHCP .............................................................................................................................................................40
5.4. Schedule ........................................................................................................................................................43
5.5. Log.................................................................................................................................................................45
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5.6. Monitor..........................................................................................................................................................46
5.7. Language .......................................................................................................................................................47
6. Internet .....................................................................................................................................................................48
6.1. Status .............................................................................................................................................................48
6.2. Dynamic IP Address .......................................................................................................................................49
6.3. Static IP Address ............................................................................................................................................51
6.4. PPP over Ethernet...........................................................................................................................................52
6.5. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) ......................................................................................................54
7. Wireless ....................................................................................................................................................................57
7.1. Status .............................................................................................................................................................57
7.2. Advanced .......................................................................................................................................................60
7.3. Security ..........................................................................................................................................................62
7.4. Filter...............................................................................................................................................................68
7.5. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)..........................................................................................................................70
7.6. Client List .......................................................................................................................................................73
7.7. Policy .............................................................................................................................................................74
8. Firewall......................................................................................................................................................................75
8.1. Enable ............................................................................................................................................................75
8.2. Advanced .......................................................................................................................................................76
8.3. DMZ...............................................................................................................................................................77
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8.4. Denial of Service (DoS)...................................................................................................................................78
8.5. MAC Filter ......................................................................................................................................................79
8.6. IP Filter ...........................................................................................................................................................80
8.7. URL Filter........................................................................................................................................................81
9. Advanced..................................................................................................................................................................82
9.1. Network Address Translation (NAT) ...............................................................................................................82
9.2. Port Mapping.................................................................................................................................................83
9.3. Port Forwarding .............................................................................................................................................84
9.4. Port Trigger....................................................................................................................................................85
9.5. Application Layer Gateway (ALG) ...................................................................................................................86
9.6. Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) ......................................................................................................................87
9.7. Quality of Service (QoS) .................................................................................................................................88
9.8. Routing ..........................................................................................................................................................91
10. Tools.........................................................................................................................................................................93
10.1. Admin.........................................................................................................................................................93
10.2. Time ...........................................................................................................................................................94
10.3. Dynamic DNS (DDNS).................................................................................................................................95
10.4. DDNS Services work as follows: ..................................................................................................................95
10.5. Power .........................................................................................................................................................96
10.6. Diagnosis....................................................................................................................................................97
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10.7. Firmware.....................................................................................................................................................98
10.8. Back-up ......................................................................................................................................................99
10.9. Reset.........................................................................................................................................................100
Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement.........................................................................................................................101
Appendix B – IC Interference Statement ............................................................................................................................103
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Revision History
Version Date Notes
1.0 2010/12/09 First Release
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1. Introduction
1.1. Package Contents
• EnGenius 11N WIRELESS ROUTER
• AC Adapter
• RJ-45 Ethernet LAN Cable
• CD-ROM with User Manual and Setup Utility
• Quick Guide
1.2. System Requirements
• RJ-45 Ethernet Based Internet (ADSL or Cable Modem)
• Computer with Wireless Network function
• Windows, Mac OS or Linux based operating systems
• Internet Explorer or Firefox or Safari Web-Browser Software
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1.3. Introduction
ESR1221N2 is a palm size 11N WIRELESS ROUTER. It allows users to create a wireless network and share the Internet
among multiple users.
The ESR1221N2 can be connected to the Internet through a DSL/Cable modem at any available location. It can even share
the connection in your hotel’s room if a RJ-45 network cable is used.
ESR1221N2 ensures data transmission security by encrypting data. It supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for simple and
easy setup of WPA2 encryption of the wireless signal. It supports legacy encryption such as WEP and WPA.
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1.4. LED Overview
LED Lights Icon Description
Color – Blue
Wireless LAN
Lights when Wireless signal is activated.
Blinks when Wireless data transfer.
Internet
Power
LAN
Color – Blue
Blinks when WPS handshake is initialized.
Color – Blue
Lights when wired network device is connected to RJ-45 port.
Blinks when data transfer occurs on RJ-45 port.
Color – Blue
Lights when device is powered ON.
Blinks device is Reset.
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1.5. Before you Begin
This section will guide you through the installation process. Placement of the ESR1221N2 is very important to avoid poor
signal reception and performance. Avoid placing the device in enclosed spaces such as a closet, cabinet or wardrobe.
1.6. Considerations for Wireless Installation
The operating distance of all wireless devices cannot be pre-determined due to a number of unknown obstacles in the
environment that the device is deployed. These could be the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings or other
objects that the wireless signals must pass through. Here are some key guidelines to ensure that you have the optimal
wireless range.
Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the EnGenius access point and other network devices to a minimum.
Each wall or ceiling can reduce the signal strength; the degradation depends on the building’s material.
Building materials makes a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum stubs may have a significant negative effect on
range. Locate your wireless devices carefully so the signal can pass through a drywall or open doorways. Materials
such as glass, steel, metal, concrete, water (fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets and brick will also degrade your wireless
signal.
Interferences can also come from your other electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise. The most usual
types are microwaves, or cordless phones.
Windows XP
Windows Vista
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2. Configure PC/Laptop Network Interface
2.1. Windows XP/Vista
Click Start button and open Control Panel.
Right click on [Local Area Connection]
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Windows XP, click [Network Connection]
Windows Vista, click [View Network Status
and Tasks] then [Manage Network
Connections]
and select [Properties].
Check
“
Client for Microsoft Networks
”,
Select
Obtain an IP Address automatically
and
Select “
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
”
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“File and Printer Sharing”, and Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) is ticked. If not, please
install them.
and click [Properties]
Obtain DNS server address automatically
Click OK when done
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2.2. Windows 7
In the Start menu search box, type: ncpa.cpl
The Network Connections List appears.
Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and click Properties.
(TCP/IPv4)
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In the Networking tab of the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, click either Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), and then click Properties.
Internet Protocol Version 4
Properties Button
Select Obtain an IP Address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically
Click OK when done
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2.3. Apple MacOS
Go to System Preferences > Network
Under Network setting, select Using DHCP.
Click Apply when done.
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3. Setup your Router
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4. Manually enter Setup Wizard
1. Open a web browser (Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and enter the IP Address http://192.168.0.1
Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the WIRELESS ROUTER, ensure you enter the correct IP Address
2. The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click
the OK button to open the web-base configuration page.
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3. You will see the following webpage if login successful.
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4. Click Wizard to enter the Setup Wizard.
Then click Next to begin the wizard.
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5. Select the Operation Mode.
Please ensure you have the proper cables connected as described in the Hardware Installation section.
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AP Router Mode
a) The device will now automatically search
for the correct Internet settings.
b) The most appropriate WAN type will be
determined and selected automatically.
If it is incorrect, please select Others
to set up the WAN settings manually.
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c) There are many WAN service types available.
Please obtain the correct settings from your
Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Static IP Address
If your ISP Provider has assigned you a fixed IP
address, enter the assigned IP address, Subnet
mask, Default Gateway IP address, and Primary DNS
and Secondary DNS (if available) of your ISP
provider.
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Dynamic IP Address
The IP Address is allocated automatically. However some ISP’s will also recognize the MAC address and will reject connections
if the MAC address does not match.
If your ISP has recorded the MAC address of your computer’s Ethernet LAN card, please connect only the computer with the
authorized MAC address, and click the Clone MAC Address button.
This will replace the AP Router MAC address to the computer MAC address. The correct MAC address is used to initiate the
connection to the ISP.
Dynamic IP Address
Hostname: This is optional. Only required if specified by ISP
MAC: The MAC Address that is used to connect to the ISP.
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PPP over Ethernet
ISP requires an account username and password.
PPP over Ethernet
Username: Username assigned to you by the ISP
Password: Password for this username.
Service: You can assign a name for this service. (Optional)
MTU: The maximum size of packets.
Do not change unless mentioned by the ISP.
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Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
PPTP is used by some ISPs.
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PPTP WAN Interface Settings
WAN Interface
Type:
Hostname: This is optional. Only required if specified by ISP
MAC: The MAC Address that is used to connect to the ISP.
PPTP Settings
Login: Username assigned to you by the ISP
Password: Password for this username.
Service IP Address: The IP Address of the PPTP server.
Connection ID: This is optional. Only required if specified by ISP
MTU: The maximum size of packets.
Select whether the ISP is set to Static IP or Dynamic IP
addresses.
Do not change unless mentioned by the ISP.
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