Congratulations on becoming the owner of the WGR-8031. You
will now be able to access the Internet using your high-speed
xDSL/Cable modem connection.
This User Guide will show you how to connect your WGR-8031,
and how to customize its configuration to get the most out of
your new product.
Features
The list below contains the main features of the device and may
be useful to users with knowledge of networking protocols. If
you are not an experienced user, the chapters throughout this
guide will provide you with enough information to get the most
out of your device.
Features include:
10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet router to provide Internet
Network address translation (NAT) functions to provide
Network configuration through DHCP Server and DHCP
Services including IP route and DNS configuration, RIP,
Supports remote software upgrades
User-friendly configuration program accessed via a web
User-friendly configuration program accessed via
The WGR-8031 has the internal Ethernet switch
allows for a direct connection to a 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet
network via an RJ-45 interface, with LAN connectivity for
both the WGR-8031 and a co-located PC or other
Ethernet-based device.
connectivity to all computers on your LAN
security for your LAN
Client
and IP
browser
EasySetup program
Device Requirements
In order to use the WGR-8031, you must have the following:
One RJ-45 Broadband Internet connection via cable
modem or xDSL modem
Instructions from your ISP on what type of Internet access
you will be using, and the addresses needed to set up access
One or more computers each containing an Ethernet card
(10/100/1000Base-T network interface card (NIC))
TCP/IP protocol for each PC
For system configuration using the supplied
a. web-based program: a web browser such as Internet
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Explorer v4 or later, or Netscape v4 or later. Note that
Note
You do not need to use a hub or switch in order to connect more
than one Ethernet PC to your device. Instead, you can connect
up to four Ethernet PCs directly to your device using the ports
labeled Ethernet on the rear panel.
Note
Provides clarifying or non-essential information on the current
topic.
Definition
Explains terms or acronyms that may be unfamiliar to many
readers. These terms are also included in the Glossary.
WARNING
Provides messages of high importance, including messages
relating to personal safety or system integrity.
version 4 of each browser is the minimum version
requirement – for optimum display quality, use Internet
Explorer v5, or Netscape v6.1
b. EasySetup program: Graphical User Interface
Using this Document
Notational conventions
Acronyms are defined the first time they appear in the text
and also in the glossary.
For brevity, the WGR-8031 is referred to as “the device”.
The term LAN refers to a group of Ethernet-connected
computers at one site.
Typographical conventions
Italic text is used for items you select from menus and drop-
down lists and the names of displayed web pages.
Bold text is used for text strings that you type when prompted
by the program, and to emphasize important points.
Special messages
This document uses the following icons to draw your attention to
specific instructions or explanations.
Getting Support
Supplied by:
Helpdesk Number:
Website:
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2 Getting to know the device
Computer / System requirements
Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows
XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1
and Windows 10
Package Contents
1. WGR-8031
2. Quick Installation Guide
4. Ethernet Cable (RJ-45)
5. Power Adapter
.
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LED meanings & activations
Label
Color
Function
POWER
green
On: device is powered on
Off: device is powered off
WAN
green
On: WAN link established and active
Off: No LAN link
Blink: Valid Ethernet packet being transferred
2.4G/5G
green
(2.4G)
green
(5G)
On: WLAN link established and active
Blink: Valid Wireless packet being transferred
WPS
green
Off: WPS link isn’t established and active
Blink: Valid WPS packet being transferred
LAN
1/2/3/4
green
On: LAN link established and active
Off: No LAN link
Blink: Valid Ethernet packet being transferred
Front Panel
The front panel contains lights called Light Emitting Diodes
(LEDs) that indicate the status of the unit.
* Actual Front Panel and ANTENNA may vary depending on model.
Figure 1: Front Panel and LEDs
Rear and Right Panel and bottom Side
The rear and right panel and bottom side contains a Restore
Defaults button, the ports for the unit's data and power
connections.
* Actual Rear Panel and ANTENNA may vary depending on model.
Connects the device via LAN Ethernet to up to 4 PCs
WAN
Connects the device via WAN Ethernet to xDSL / Cable
Modem
WPS
Press this button for at least 3 full seconds and
the WPS LED will flash to start WPS.
Now go to the wireless adapter or device and
press its WPS button. Make sure to press the
button within 120 seconds (2 minutes) after
pressing the router's WPS button.
WLAN
Press this button for at least 3 full second to
turn off/on wireless signals
RESET
Reset button. RESET the 802.11ac WLAN Router to its
default settings.
Press this button for at least 6 full seconds to RESET
device to its default settings.
Figure 3: Right Panel Connections
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3 Computer configurations under different OS,
to obtain IP address automatically
Before starting the WGR-8031 configuration, please kindly
configure the PC computer as below, to have automatic IP
address / DNS Server.
For Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP
1. Click on "Start" -> "Control Panel" (in Classic View). In
the Control Panel, double click on "Network Connections"
to continue.
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2. Single RIGHT click on "Local Area connection", then click
"Properties".
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3. Double click on "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)".
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4. Check "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain
DNS server address automatically" then click on "OK" to
continue.
5. Click "Show icon in notification area when connected"
(see screen image in 3. above) then Click on "OK" to
complete the setup procedures.
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For Windows Vista-32/64
1. Click on “Start” -> “Control Panel” -> “View network
status and tasks”.
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2. In the Manage network connections, click on “Manage
network connections” to continue.
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3. Single RIGHT click on "Local Area connection", then click
"Properties".
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4. The screen will display the information "User Account
Control" and click "Continue" to continue.
5. Double click on "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)".
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6. Check "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain
DNS server address automatically" then click on "OK" to
continue.
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For Windows 7-32/64
1. Click on “Start” -> “Control Panel” (in Category View) ->
“View network status and tasks”.
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2. In the Control Panel Home, click on “Change adapter
settings” to continue.
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3. Single RIGHT click on “Local Area Connection”, then click
“Properties”.
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4. Double click on "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)".
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5. Check "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain
DNS server address automatically" then click on "OK" to
continue.
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For Windows 8/8.1-32/64
1. Move the mouse or tap to the upper right corner and click
on “Settings”.
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2. Click on “Control Panel”.
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3. Click on “View network status and tasks”.
4. In the Control Panel Home, click on “Change adapter
settings” to continue.
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