Planet Technology WNRT-610 User Manual

Pre-N Wireless Router

WNRT-610

User’s Manual

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equ ipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not ins talled and us ed in acc ordance with the instructions, ma y
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.

FCC Caution:

To assure continued compliance.(example-use only shielded interface cables when connecting to
computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2 ) this Device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrol led environment. In
order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the F CC radio frequency expos ure limits, human proximit y
to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm(8 inches) during normal operation.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1a

Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 has been conducted. These are considered relevant
and sufficient.

Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article 3.1b

Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17 and EN 55024
has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.

Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2

Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328-2 has been conducted. T hese are considered
relevant and sufficient.

CE in which Countries where the product may be used freely:

Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Portugal, Greece, Ireland, Denmark, Luxembourg,
Austria, Finland, Sweden, Norway and Iceland.

France: except the channel 10 through 13, law prohibits the use of other channels

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 manufacture must therefore be allowed
at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.

WEEE regulation

To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the
presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of
electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out
wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have to

collect such WEEE separately.

Revision

User’s Manual for PLANET Wireless Pre-N Broadband Router
Model: WNRT-610
Rev: 1.0 (January. 2007)
Part No. EM-WRT610

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................1

1.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................2

1.2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................2

1.3 FEATURES .......................................................................................................................................2

1.4 SPECIFICATION................................................................................................................................3

1.5 WIRELESS PERFORMANCE ..............................................................................................................3

CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION....................................................................................5

2.1 HARDWARE CONNECTION...............................................................................................................5

2.2 LED INDICATORS............................................................................................................................6

CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURE THROUGH WEB BROWSER.............................................................7

3.1 SETUP WIZARD...............................................................................................................................8

3.1.1 Dynamic IP addr ess...............................................................................................................8

3.1.2 Fixed IP address ....................................................................................................................9

3.1.3 PPPoE..................................................................................................................................10

3.1.4 PPTP.................................................................................................................................... 11

3.2 LAN.............................................................................................................................................12

3.3 WIRELESS.....................................................................................................................................13

3.3.1 W ireless Security..................................................................................................................14

3.4 PASSWORD....................................................................................................................................15

3.5 STATUS .........................................................................................................................................16

3.6 ADVANCED FEATURES...................................................................................................................16

3.6.1 Internet.................................................................................................................................16

3.6.2 URL Filter............................................................................................................................17

3.6.3 Access Control.....................................................................................................................18

3.6.4 Dynamic DNS.......................................................................................................................19

3.6.5 Firewall Rules......................................................................................................................20

3.6.6 Firewall Services..................................................................................................................20

3.6.7 V irtual Servers......................................................................................................................21

3.6.8 Options.................................................................................................................................22

3.6.9 Schedule...............................................................................................................................23

3.7 ADMINISTRATOIN..........................................................................................................................23

3.7.1 PC Database........................................................................................................................24

3.7.2 Network Diagnostics............................................................................................................25

3.7.3 Config File...........................................................................................................................26

3.7.4 Logs......................................................................................................................................27

3.7.5 Remote Administration.........................................................................................................27

3.7.6 Upgrade Firmware...............................................................................................................28

3.8 LOG OUT ......................................................................................................................................29

3.9 RESTART.......................................................................................................................................29

APPENDIX A TCP/IP SETTINGS FOR PC......................................................................................30

WINDOWS 2000..................................................................................................................................30

WINDOWS XP.....................................................................................................................................30

Chapter 1 Introduction

The Planet WNRT-610 is a wireless Pre-N router that supports high-speed wireless networking for home
or SOHO users. The WNRT-610 provides data rate up to 300 Mbps when used with other wireless Pre-N
Planet products, like USB adapter WNL-U550 and PCI WNL-9310. The Pre-N standar d is backwards
compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g products. There is no need to change existing network to maintain
connectivity. You may sacrifice some of 802.11g’s performance when using 802.11b and 802.11g
devices in the same WLAN, but you still can keep the ability to communicate when deploying the 802.11g
standard into your 802.11b network.

The WNRT-610 supports the most advanced security features available today: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK.
Authorizes and identifies users based on a secret key that changes automatically at a regular interval.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK uses TKIP or AES to change the temporal key periodically. This insures much
greater security than the standard WEP security. (By contrast, the older WEP encryption re quired the
keys to be changed manually.)

The WNRT-610 will obtain a new security key every time it connects to the 802.11g network. You on ly
need to enter your encryption information once in the configuration menu. Then you will automaticall y
receive a new key every time you connect, thus highly increasing the safet y of your communications.

The WNRT-610 allows you setup trigger ports of special applications, and let you utilize Internet services
smoothly. The firewall features can protect your Intranet PCs from illegal access and many kinds of DoS
attacks from the Internet. The Virtual Server and DMZ functions let you setup your servers in the Intranet
and still can provide services to the Internet users. Access Control function allows you to block the
Internet service to different clients.

The WNRT-610 supports the most advanced security features available today: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK.
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) authorizes and identifies users based on a secret key that changes
automatically at a regular interval. WPA/WPA2-PSK uses TKIP or AES to change the temporal key
periodically. This insures much greater security than the standard WEP security. (By contrast, the older
WEP encryption required the keys to be changed manually.)

Utilizing the PSK (Pre Shared Key) mode of WPA, the WNRT-610 will obtain a new security key ever y
time it connects to the 802.11g network. You only ne ed to enter your encryption information once in the
configuration menu. Then you will automatically receive a new key every time you connect, thus highly
increasing the safety of your communications.

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1.1 Package Contents

Make sure that you have the following items:

• One WNRT-610

• One AC Power Adapter

• One User’s Manual CD

• One Quick Installation Guide

Note:

If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as
possible.

1.2 System Requirements

Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.

• Ethernet-based ADSL / Cable modem

• Computers with Microsoft Windows, Macintosh, or Linux operating systems

equipped with an Ethernet adapter and a CD-ROM drive

• Internet Explorer v6.0 or Netscape Navigator v6.0 and above

1.3 Features

Compliant with IEEE802.11n (draft 1.0) standard

•

• 2.4GHz ISM band, unlicensed operation

• Supports WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP or AES)

• Backward compatible 802.11g and 802.11b

• Supports DHCP server

• Web Configuration provide a user friendly interface for the user to configure

through web browser

• Supports UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)

• Supports MAC / IP / Protocol Filter

• Supports DDNS, virtual server and DMZ

• Build-in 4 -port switch

• Provides Setup Wizard for the user to configure easily in the first time

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1.4 Specification

Standards IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet

IEEE802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b
Protocol CSMA/CD
Radio Technology OFDM
Data Transfer Rate 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps

802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps

Pre-802.11n: Up to 300Mbps
TX Power 20dBm (Max)

Power Consumption 5W (Max)
Frequency Range 2412 ~ 2484 MHz ISM band (channels 1 ~ 14)

Modulation Schemes DBPSK/DQPSK/CCK/OFDM

Security
Channels 1 ~ 11 channels (FCC); 1 ~ 13 channels (ETSI);

Number of Ports LAN: 4 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX Fast Ethernet port

DC inputs DC 12V 1A

Temperature

Humidity

Dimensions

EMI:

64/128-bits WEP Encryption; WPA, WPA-PSK

1 ~ 14 channels (MKK)

WAN: 1 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX Fast Ethernet port

Operating: 0° ~ 40° C, Storage: -10° ~ 70° C

Operating: 10% ~ 90%, Storage: 5% ~ 90%

153 x 173 x 64 mm (W x H x D) without Antenna

FCC Class B, CE Mark B

1.5 Wireless Performance

The following information will help you utilizing the wireless performance, and operating coverage of
WNRT-610.

1. Site selection

To avoid interferences, please locate WNRT-610 and wireless clients away from transformers,
microwave ovens, heavy-duty motors, refrigerators, fluorescent lights, and other industrial
equipments. Keep the number of walls, or ceilings between AP and clients as few as possible;
otherwise the signal strength may be seriously reduced. Place WNRT-610 in open space or add
additional Access Point as needed to improve the coverage.

2. Environmental factors

The wireless network is easily affected by many environmental factors. Every environment is
unique with different obstacles, construction materials, weather, etc. It is hard to determine the

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exact operating range of WNRT-610 in a specific location without testing.

3. Antenna adjustment

The bundled antenna of WNRT-610 is adjustable. Firstly install the antenna pointing straight up,
then smoothly adjust it if the radio signal strength is poor. But the signal reception is definitely weak
in some certain areas, such as location right down the antenna.
Moreover, the original antenna of WNRT-610 can be replaced with other external antennas to
extend the coverage. Please check the specification of the antenna you want to use, and make
sure it can be used on WNRT-610.

4. WLAN type

If WNRT-610 is installed in an 802.11b/g/n mixed WLAN, its performance will reduced significantly.
Because every OFDM packet needs to be preceded by an RTS-CTS or CTS packet exchange that
can be recognized by legacy 802.11b devices. This additional overhead lowers the speed. If there
are no 802.11b devices connected, or if connections to all 802.11b devices are denied so that
WNRT-610 can operate in 11g-only mode, then its data rate should actually 300Mbps.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessary that you have enough information about the
WNRT-610.

2.1 Hardware Connection

1. Locate an optimum location for the WNRT-610. T he best place for your WNRT-610 is usually at

the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

2. Connect the power adapter to the receptor at the rear panel of the WNRT-610, and plug the other
end of the power adapter to a wall outlet or power strip. The Power LED will light up to indicat e
proper operation.

3. Power off the ADSL / Cable modem first. Connect ADSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on
WNRT-610. Use the cable supplied with your modem. If no cable was supplied with your modem,
please use a RJ-45 Ethernet cable. After the Ethernet cable is securely connecte d, power on the
ADSL / Cable modem. The WAN LED will light up to indicate proper connection.

4. Use an Ethernet cable to connect one of the LAN ports on the WNRT-610 and the computer you
are using to configure the router. The corresponding LAN LED will light up to indicate proper
connection. The LAN ports on the WNRT-610 are Auto-MDI/MDIX; thus, you can use a straight or
crossover Ethernet cable freely.

5. Adjust the antennas of WNRT-610. Try to adjust them to a position that can best cover your
wireless network. The antenna’s position will enhance the receiving sensitivity.

Note: ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the WNRT-610. Otherwise, the product may be

damaged.

Note: If you want to reset WNRT-610 to default settings, press and hold the Reset button over 5

seconds. And then wait for 10 seconds for WNRT-610 restart.

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2.2 LED Indicators

Security On - Wireless security is On.

Wireless On - Wireless enabled.

LAN On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.

Power LED
(Blue)

WAN On - Connection to the modem attached to the WAN (Internet) port is

Internet On - Internet connection is available.

Off - Wireless security is Off.

Off - No Wireless connections currently exist.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless
access point. This includes "network traffic" as well as user data.

Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the corresponding
LAN (hub) port.
On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Flashing - This LED blinks during start up, and during a Firmware
Upgrade.

established.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.

Off - No Internet connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the ADSL
connection.

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