Planex Communications MZKW04NU User Manual
MZK-W04NU
11N WIRELESS LAN USB ROUTER
User’s Manual
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Foreword
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Table of Contents
FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
CHAPTER1 INTRODUCTION OF MZK-W04NU.................................................................................................................6
1. Contents of Package .......................................................................................................... 9
2. Product Functions ............................................................................................................. 10
3. How to Set Up MZK-W04NU ........................................................................................ 12
CHAPTER2 SETUP & CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................................................15
1. Client’s Computer Setup................................................................................................ 16
2. Web Configuration ............................................................................................................ 17
3. Setup Wizard ........................................................................................................................20
3.1. Enter Setup Wizard................................................................................................... 20
3.2. Broadband Type & IP Address Info ................................................................ 21
3.2.1. Static IP Address .............................................................................................. 21
3.2.2. DHCP......................................................................................................................... 21
3.2.3. PPPoE....................................................................................................................... 22
4. Status........................................................................................................................................ 24
4.1. System.............................................................................................................................. 24
4.2. LAN ..................................................................................................................................... 24
4.3. WAN ................................................................................................................................... 24
4.4. Wireless LAN ................................................................................................................ 25
5. Management ......................................................................................................................... 26
5.1. Remote Management .............................................................................................. 26
5.2. Administrator............................................................................................................... 27
5.3. Date & Time .................................................................................................................. 28
5.4. Firmware Management .......................................................................................... 29
5.5. Save & Load Settings .............................................................................................. 30
5.6. Load Default & Reboot ........................................................................................... 32
6. LAN ............................................................................................................................................. 34
7. WAN ........................................................................................................................................... 35
7.1. Static IP Address ....................................................................................................... 35
7.2. DHCP.................................................................................................................................. 36
7.3. PPPoE................................................................................................................................ 37
7.4. PPPoE Unnumbered.................................................................................................. 39
7.5. PPPoE Multisession................................................................................................... 41
CHAPTER3 ADVANCED SETUP & CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................................43
1. Advanced ................................................................................................................................ 44
1.1. DHCP Server ................................................................................................................. 44
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1.2. UPnP .................................................................................................................................. 46
1.3. Dynamic DNS................................................................................................................ 47
1.4. Static Routing .............................................................................................................. 49
1.5. IPv6 Bridge ................................................................................................................... 50
2. Firewall .................................................................................................................................... 51
2.1. Local Server .................................................................................................................. 51
2.2. DMZ .................................................................................................................................... 52
2.3. IP Filtering..................................................................................................................... 53
3. Wireless LAN ........................................................................................................................ 54
3.1. Basic Settings .............................................................................................................. 54
3.2. Security............................................................................................................................ 56
3.3. MAC Filtering ................................................................................................................ 60
3.4. WDS ................................................................................................................................... 61
3.5. WPS.................................................................................................................................... 62
4. USB............................................................................................................................................. 63
4.1. USB Device..................................................................................................................... 63
4.2. File Server Settings .................................................................................................. 65
4.2.1. Basic Settings ..................................................................................................... 65
4.2.2. User Settings ....................................................................................................... 65
4.3. Bit Torrent...................................................................................................................... 67
4.4. iTunes Server ............................................................................................................... 71
4.5. DLNA Media Server................................................................................................... 72
5. Log.............................................................................................................................................. 73
5.2. System Log .................................................................................................................... 73
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Chapter1 Introduction of MZK-W04NU
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Wireless USB Broadband Router MZK-W04NU. This router is a
multi-function device which provides shared broadband Internet access for all LAN users,
4-Ports switching hub for 10/100 Base-T connections and an additional USB port.
MZK-W04NU has embedded with IEEE802.11b/g and 802.11N Draft 2.0 wireless communication
standard. All the PCs and network devices, including PDA, mobile phone, game console and other
digital appliances, with wireless functions can surf online wirelessly through MZK-W04NU wireless
broadband router. Cooperate with 802.11N Draft 2.0 wireless adapter, MZK-W04NU can let data
transmission rate up to 300Mbps! It also has the built-in WPS function. All you need to do is to
press a button and then you can easily setup up wireless Internet and security settings. (Only
Windows XP and 2000 OS support WPS function.)
MZK-W04NU incorporates many advanced features, and it was designed to provide sophisticated
but easy to use functions. MZK-W04NU has a built-in Web server, thus you can access its settings
through Web browsers, such as IE, Netscape, Firefox, and so on. You can set up and configure the
settings easily and completely and enjoy the convenience instantly.
MZK-W04NU has an USB port and supports BitTorrent download, iTunes Server, DLNA and NAS
functions. With all these features, MZK-W04NU must be the best solution for both beginners and
advanced users.
Special Features
Compatible with IEEE802.11n Draft2.0
It is compatible with the regulation of next generation of high speed wireless LAN IEEE802.11n
Draft2.0. At maximum, 300Mbps throughput can be achieved. It can also build steady connections
at isolated place or blocked dead spot by using multiple antenna.
Support WPS (Wi-Fi protected setup)
You just need to push a button to setup wireless Internet and security setting.
BitTorrent supported
MZK-W04NU supports BitTorrent for efficient file downloading in narrow/broad band. BitTorrent is
the large file distribution system. One of the assets of this BitTorrent is that downloading will be
more efficient and fast as the file become popular and popular.
iTunes Server supported to share the music
MZK-W04NU supports (Only FAT32 format supported) iTunes Server, and all the computer under
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the same LAN can share music easily.
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)
As long as connect MZK-W04NU to digital multimedia equipment which supports DLNA (Digital
Living Network Alliance), it does not need miscellaneous settlement. It can broadcast the digital
contents stored in NAS easily, and let you easily build your digital home easily.
Serves as NAS with additional hard disks
MZK-W04NU is equipped with one USB 2.0 port, and supports NAS (Network Attached Storage).
The product serves as network storage when a USB hard disk is attached to it, and files in the hard
disk can be shared throughout the network via the router. The product also supports USB flash
memory.
3dBi powerful antenna
The 3dBi antenna increases the connection distance and provides steady connection for wireless
LAN.
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1. Contents of Package
After purchasing MZK-W04NU Wireless Router from a distributor or an agency, please open the
package and check that all the components listed below are included. If there is any item missing
or damaged, please contact with the distributor or the agency at once.
*MZK-W04NU
* 3dBi Antenna(x3)
* User’s Manual
* UTP cable
* AC adapter
* Warranty card
* CD-ROM (Application Module)
If plug the AC adapter which includes in the product package into a socket with
different voltage power supply, it will cause damage and that is not included in
warranty.
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2. Product Functions
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LEDs Status Meaning
Power On/Off When starting up MZK-W04NU, the Power LED will be on.
AP/Router On/Off
USB On/Off When connecting with a USB storage device, the LED will be on.
Wireless Blinking
LAN On/Blinking
WAN On/Off
Status Green/Amber
WPS On/Off Press the WPS button and the LED will be on.
When switching to Router mode, the LED will be on. When
switching to AP mode, the LED will be off.
The LED will be blinking steadily while the wireless reception is
fine.
When the connection is established between MZK-W04NU
host, the LAN LED will be on. And the LAN LED will be blinking
when transmitting or receiving data via LAN port.
When the connection is established between MZK-W04NU
modem, the WAN LED will be on. And the WAN LED will be
blinking when transmitting or receiving data via WAN port.
When starting up MZK-W04NU, the Status LED will be amber
a few minutes, and then turn off. If there’s any software or
hardware error happened, it will be on. After self test of the
start-up, if the status of the router is O.K., the LED will be green.
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Ports Function
Connect a DSL or Cable Modem to the WAN port and link to the internet. If your
5 seconds, and then unplug the
Shift between two kinds
USB
LAN
WAN
Power
Button
Reset Reset to default
WPS
Connect a USB storage device with MZK-W04NU through USB port, and then
users can share files on the network.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports.
Any LAN port can be connected with another hub, if required.
modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard
LAN cable.
Plug the power cord into this port and the other side of the adaptor should be
plugged into the socket.
Function Usage
Build wireless
connection
Press the button for 3-
power cord, but do not release the Reset button and
wait for 3 seconds before plugging the power cord
back. Release the Reset button and MZK-W04NU will
automatically restart and back to the default settings.
Press the button and build a connection between
MZK-W04NU and a station (adapter).
AP/Router
of modes
Shift between AP and router modes by switching the
switch.
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3. How to Set Up MZK-W04NU
(Note:, Please turn out the stand before using.)
1. Unwrap the package of MZK-W04NU Wireless Router and check if the components are
complete and without missing anything.
2. Choose an Installation Site.
Select a suitable place on the network to install MZK-W04NU Wireless Router. And make
sure that the Wireless Router and the DSL/Cable modem are not powered on yet.
3. Connect LAN Cables.
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the switching hub ports on MZK-W04NU. Both
10 Base-T and 100 Base-T connections can be used simultaneously.
4. Connect WAN Cable.
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on MZK-W04NU.
5. Power On.
Power the DSL or Cable modem on, and connect the adapter with MZK-W04NU and plug the
other side of the power cord into the power socket to power on it. While detecting, the
Power LED and Status LED will be on, and LAN LEDs will be blinking for a while and then
the MZK-W04NU will be ready in a short time and the Status LED will be green.
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Plug the AC Adapter which comes with MZK-W04NU in a different voltage power
supply will cause damage on MZK-W04NU, and it is not included in warranty.
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System Requirements
Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based Operating System with an installed Ethernet adapter
Network cables. Use standard 10/100 BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.
TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable
modem (for WAN port usage)
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Chapter2 Setup & Configuration
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1. Client’s Computer Setup
The computers on your LAN need to be set up to cooperate with MZK-W04NU Wireless Router.
Please make sure that your operating system already enabled your interface card on the host and
connected to one of the LAN ports on MZK-W04NU through Cat.5 cable. Be sure that LEDs on
MZK-W04NU are already on and the LED corresponds with the port which you connected. If you
switch on MZK-W04NU for the first time, owing to the default status, it will automatically enable the
embedded DHCP server and start to distribute IP to your host. In addition, the default IP address
of MZK-W04NU is “192.168.1.1.” If your operating system is Windows 98/2000/XP, you may be
able to use command of “ipconfig” to inquire whether you have the correct IP address or not. If
you are using Linux/Unix-Like system, you can use “ifconfig” to check your NIC (Network
Interface Card) address. The instructions are as follows:
Windows98
1. Click “Start Programs MS→
then press enter.
2. “MS-DOS” window will appear.
3. Type “ipconfig” after the command of “c:>” and then press enter.
4. MS-DOS will appear your NIC address in the window, please take notice of the value of “IP
Address” and “Default Gateway.”
5. The value of “Default Gateway” is the IP address of MZK-W04NU.
Windows2000/XP
1. Please make sure that you do have the authority to access as an “Administrator” or you
are already one of the “System Administrators.”
2. Click “Start Programs Accessories Command Prompt→
then type in “cmd.exe” and press enter.
3. It will appear a “MS-DOS” window.
4. Type “ipconfig” after the command of “c:>” and then press enter.
5. MS-DOS will appear your NIC address in the window, please take notice of the value of “IP
Address” and “Default Gateway.”
→ →→→→ -DOS” or “Start Run…→→→→ ” and type in “command.exe” and
→→
→ →→→→ →→→→ ” or “Start Run…→→→→ ,” and
→→
6. The value of “Default Gateway” is the IP address of MZK-W04NU.
If you can get “IP Address” and “Gateway,” normally, it means that you may use web
browser to configure MZK-W04NU. Type your destination—“
Address of MZK-W04NU) on the Address Bar in the web browser. If you have changed the
default IP Address of MZK-W04NU, please type in the new address on the address bar.
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http://192.168.1.1
” (default IP
2. Web Configuration
The MZK-W04NU Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect the router,
and configure it by using your web browser.
Before attempting to configure MZK-W04NU Wireless Router, please ensure that your PC can
establish a physical connection to the Wireless Router. The PC and the MZK-W04NU Wireless
Router must be directly connected with each other (using the LAN ports on MZK-W04NU) or on the
same LAN segment. Besides, the MZK-W04NU Wireless Router must be set up and powered on.
The MZK-W04NU Wireless Router's default IP Address is “192.168.1.1.” If the IP address has
already used by another device, the other device must be turned OFF until MZK-W04NU is allocated
a new IP Address.
Using Web Browser
To establish a connection between your PC and the MZK-W04NU Wireless Router:
1. Start the WEB browser.
2. In the Address box, enter “http://192.168.1.1” which is the default IP Address of the
MZK-W04NU Wireless Router. Press “Enter” on your keyboard, and the pop-up will ask you
to enter the User Name and Password to get into the program.
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3. Enter the default User Name “admin” and Password “password” and then click “OK” to
enter the system. You can also put a check in the “Remember my password” check box,
and next time you do not need to enter password to enter the system.
4. After entering the system, MZK-W04NU will show you the homepage. During configuration,
you can use the tabs on the top of the page to navigate. Besides, it is necessary that, after
configuring, you should click “Apply” to enable the settings you’ve made.
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are on the same segment.
If your MZK-W04NU Wireless Router does not response, and you cannot enter the
web configuration page, please follow the steps below to check if there is any
problem:
1. Make sure that MZK-W04NU Wireless Router is properly installed and powered on,
and LAN connection is O.K. You can test the connection by using “Ping”
command:
Open MS-DOS window or click “Start→
→Run…” on the desktop to show the
→→
command prompt window.
Enter the command: ping 192.168.1.1
If it shows the message of “Request time out,” the problem can be either
disorder of connection, or the conflict between your PC’s IP address and the
router’s IP address.
2. If your PC uses static IP address, the IP address must between in the range of
192.168.1.2~192.168.1.254, in order not to occupy the MZK-W04NU’s default IP
address “192.168.1.1.” In addition, the subnet mask must be “255.255.255.0.”
To know more details of your PC and Internet connection, please check the TCP/IP
settings on your PC.
3. You have to make sure that your PC and MZK-W04NU
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3. Setup Wizard
After you login the configuration utility, you can click “Setup Wizard” on the upper left of the page
to start setting up MZK-W04NU. You can finish setting up the router and begin to connect Internet
just through a few simple and easy steps. Please follow the instructions below to set up
MZK-W04NU.
3.1. Enter Setup Wizard
The followings are the most common used connection types: Static IP Address, DHCP, and
PPPoE. If you want to know more about the other types of WAN configurations, please refer to
“Network→→→→LAN Setup” configuration page.
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3.2. Broadband Type & IP Address Info
3.2.1. Static IP Address
Step 1
If you have already had a Static IP address, you can choose this entry and use the wizard to
configure. Click “Static IP Address” to proceed.
Step 2
The following are the WAN settings; please configure the settings according to the real
environment.
IP address：Enter the IP address provided by your ISP.
Subnet Mask：Enter the Subnet Mask address provided by your ISP.
Default Gateway：Enter the Default Gateway address provided by your ISP.
DNS address：Enter the DNS IP address provided by your ISP.
Finish：After finishing setting up, you may click here.
3.2.2. DHCP
Step1
If you use cable modem, you may choose this entry and use the wizard to configure. Click
“DHCP” to proceed.
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Step2
The following are the WAN settings; please configure the settings according to the real
environment.
Change MAC address：The default MAC address of MZK-W04NU is the Network Interface
Card’s (NIC) MAC address on the WAN side. If you were asked to use the NIC provided by the
ISP, you may click “Enable” and enter the MAC address of NIC provided by the ISP. We do
not suggest you to change the default MAC address, if your ISP does not ask you to change
it.
Finish：After finishing setting up, you may click here.
3.2.3. PPPoE
Step1
If you use PPPoE, you may choose this entry and use the wizard to configure. Click “PPPoE ” to
proceed.
Step2
The following are the WAN settings; please configure the settings according to the real
environment.
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USER ID：Enter the User Name provided by your ISP. (The ID must be alphanumeric
characters and case sensitive.)
Password：Enter the Password provided by your ISP. (The password must be alphanumeric
characters and case sensitive.)
Confirm Password：Enter the Password again for verification.
Finish：After finishing setting up, you may click here.
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4. Status
4.1. System
After entering the configuration homepage of MZK-W04NU, please click “Status” on the upper left
corner of the page. This page shows the general current system status.
4.2. LAN
Click the link of “LAN” on the left side of the page, it will show you the current settings of Local Area
Network.
4.3. WAN
Click the link of “WAN” on the left side of the page to check the current Internet connection status
of MZK-W04NU.
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