SMC Networks SMCWBR11S-N User Manual

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USER GUIDE

BarricadeTM N 150Mbps Wireless-N Mini Broadband Router

SMCWBR11S-N

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Barricade

User Guide

SMCWBR11S-N

SMC Networks U.S.A 20 Mason Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 679-8000

SMC Networks Europe C/Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2 Edificio Conata II 08970 Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain Phone: +34 93 477 4920

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March 2010

Pub. # 149100000057W

E032010-CS-R01

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Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.

SMC Networks, Inc.

20 Mason

Irvine, CA 92618

Trademarks:

SMC is a registered trademark; and Barricade, EZ Switch, TigerStack, TigerSwitch, and TigerAccess are trademarks of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION

To register SMC products and to review the detailed warranty statement, please refer to the Support Section of the SMC Website at http:// www.smc.com.

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COMPLIANCES

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 the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 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 of the following measures:

◆ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

◆ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

◆ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected

◆ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

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.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.

IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

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ACN 066 352010

OMPLIANCES

IC STATEMENT

This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2.35 dBi. Antennas having a higher gain are strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the EIRP is not more than required for successful communication.

IMPORTANT NOTE: IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND AS/NZS 4268

TAIWAN NCC

根據國家通信傳播委員會低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法規定：

第十二條　經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更

頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

第十四條　低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

EC CONFORMANCE DECLARATION

SMC contact for these products in Europe is:

SMC Networks Europe, C/Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2 Edificio Conata II, 08970 - Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain.

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Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:

◆ EN 60950-1: 2006 (IEC 60950-1) — Product Safety

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OMPLIANCES

◆ EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007, Class B — ITE EMC

◆ EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003 — ITE EMC

◆ EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10) — Technical requirements for 2.4 GHz

radio equipment

◆ EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04) — EMC requirements for radio

equipment

◆ EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2 (2008-04) — EMC requirements for radio

equipment

◆ 50385 (2002) — Country-specific SAR requirements

This device is intended for use in the following European Community and EFTA countries:

◆ Austria ◆ Belgium ◆ Bulgaria ◆ Cyprus ◆ Czech Republic

◆ Denmark ◆ Estonia ◆ Finland ◆ France ◆ Germany

◆ Greece ◆ Hungary ◆ Iceland ◆ Ireland ◆ Italy

◆ Latvia ◆ Lithuania ◆ Luxembourg ◆ Malta ◆ Netherlands

◆ Norway ◆ Poland ◆ Portugal ◆ Romania ◆ Slovakia

◆ Slovenia ◆ Spain ◆ Sweden ◆Switzerland ◆ United Kingdom

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The user must use the configuration utility provided with this product to ensure the channels of operation are in conformance with the spectrum usage rules for European Community countries as described below.

◆ This device will automatically limit the allowable channels determined

by the current country of operation. Incorrectly entering the country of operation may result in illegal operation and may cause harmful interference to other systems. The user is obligated to ensure the device is operating according to the channel limitations, indoor/outdoor restrictions and license requirements for each European Community country as described in this document.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY IN LANGUAGES OF THE EUROPEAN

OMMUNITY

Czech Česky

Estonian Eesti

English Hereby, Manufacturer, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the

Finnish Suomi

Manufacturer tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radio LAN device je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.

Käesolevaga kinnitab Manufacturer seadme Radio LAN device vastavust direktiivi 1999/ 5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.

essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Valmistaja Manufacturer vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

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OMPLIANCES

Dutch Nederlands

French Français

Swedish Svenska

Danish Dansk

German Deutsch

Greek

Ελληνική

Hungarian Magyar

Italian Italiano

Latvian Latviski

Lithuanian Lietuvių

Maltese Malti

Spanish Español

Polish Polski

Portuguese Português

Slovak Slovensky

Slovenian Slovensko

Hierbij verklaart Manufacturer dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG

Bij deze Manufacturer dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

Par la présente Manufacturer déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE

Härmed intygar Manufacturer att denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Undertegnede Manufacturer erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF

Hiermit erklärt Manufacturer, dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)

Hiermit erklärt Manufacturer die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)

με την παρουσα Manufacturer δηλωνει οτι radio LAN device συμμορφωνεται προσ τισ ουσιωδεισ απαιτησεισ και τισ λοιπεσ σχετικεσ διαταξεισ τησ οδηγιασ 1999/5/εκ.

Alulírott, Manufacturer nyilatkozom, hogy a Radio LAN device megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.

Con la presente Manufacturer dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Ar šo Manufacturer deklarē, ka Radio LAN device atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistī

Šiuo Manufacturer deklaruoja, kad šis Radio LAN device atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

Hawnhekk, Manufacturer, jiddikjara li dan Radio LAN device jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.

Por medio de la presente Manufacturer declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE

Niniejszym Manufacturer oświadcza, że Radio LAN device jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.

Manufacturer declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Manufacturer týmto vyhlasuje, že Radio LAN device spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.

Manufacturer izjavlja, da je ta radio LAN device v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.

tajiem noteikumiem.

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

PURPOSE This guide gives specific information on how to install the Mini Broadband

Router and its physical and performance related characteristics. It also gives information on how to operate and use the management functions of the Mini Broadband Router.

AUDIENCE This guide is for users with a basic working knowledge of computers. You

should be familiar with Windows operating system concepts.

CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show

information:

OTE

Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features or instructions.

AUTION

damage the system or equipment.

ARNING

Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or

Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.

RELATED PUBLICATIONS As part of the Mini Broadband Router’s software, there is an online web-

based help that describes all management related features.

REVISION HISTORY This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.

MARCH 2010 REVISION

This is the first revision of this guide.

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WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION 4

OMPLIANCES 5

BOUT THIS GUIDE 9

ONTENTS 10

IGURES 14

ABLES 17

SECTION I GETTING STARTED 18

1INTRODUCTION 19

Key Hardware Features 19

Description of Capabilities 19

Applications 20

Package Contents 21

Hardware Description 21

LED Indicators 23

Ethernet WAN Port 24

Ethernet LAN Port 24

Power Connector 24

WPS Button 24

Reset Button 24

2NETWORK PLANNING 25

Internet Gateway Router 25

LAN Access Point 26

Wireless Bridge 27

Wireless Client 28

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ONTENTS

3INSTALLING THE MINI ROUTER 29

System Requirements 29

Mounting the Device 30

Mounting on a Wall 30

Mounting on a Horizontal Surface 30

Router Mode Connections 31

Bridge Mode Connections 32

4INITIAL CONFIGURATION 34

ISP Settings 34

Connecting to the Login Page 34

Home Page and Main Menu 35

Common Web Page Buttons 36

Setup Wizard 36

Step 1 - Language Selection 36

Step 2 - Time Settings 37

Step 3 - WAN Settings - DHCP 38

Step 3 - WAN Settings - Static IP 39

Step 3 - WAN Settings - PPPoE 40

Step 3 - WAN Settings - PPTP 41

Step 3 - WAN Settings - L2TP 43

Step 4 - Wireless Security 44

Completion 45

SECTION II WEB CONFIGURATION 46

5OPERATION MODE 47

Logging In 48

Operation Mode 50

6NETWORK SETTINGS 51

WAN Setting 51

DHCP 52

Static IP 53

PPPoE 54

PPTP 55

L2TP 57

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LAN Setting 59

DHCP Clients 61

Advanced Routing 62

Advanced Routing Settings 62

Routing Table 63

Dynamic Route 64

7WIRELESS CONFIGURATION 65

Basic Settings 65

HT Physical Mode Settings 68

Advanced Settings 69

Advanced Wireless 69

Wi-Fi Multimedia 71

Multicast-to-Unicast Converter 74

WLAN Security 75

Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 76

WPA Pre-Shared Key 77

WPA Enterprise Mode 78

IEEE 802.1X and RADIUS 80

Access Policy 82

Wireless Distribution System (WDS) 82

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 85

Station List 88

8 AP CLIENT MODE WIRELESS CONFIGURATION 89

Profile 89

Profile Configuration 90

Security Policy 92

WEP Shared-Key Security 93

WPA/WPA2-Personal Security 94

Link Status 95

Site Survey 97

Statistics 98

9FIREWALL CONFIGURATION 100

MAC/IP/Port Filtering 100

Current Filter Rules 102

Virtual Server Settings (Port Forwarding) 103

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ONTENTS

Current Virtual Servers in system 104

DMZ 104

System Security 105

Content Filtering 106

10 ADMINISTRATION SETTINGS 108

System Management 109

Time Zone Settings 110

DDNS Settings 111

Firmware Upgrade 112

Configuration Settings 113

System Status 114

Statistics 116

System Log 117

SECTION III APPENDICES 118

ATROUBLESHOOTING 119

Diagnosing LED Indicators 119

If You Cannot Connect to the Internet 119

Before Contacting Technical Support 120

BHARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 121

ABLES AND PINOUTS 123

Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments 123

10/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments 124

Straight-Through Wiring 124

Crossover Wiring 125

DLICENSE INFORMATION 126

The GNU General Public License 126

GLOSSARY 130

NDEX 134

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FIGURES

Figure 1: Top Panel 22

Figure 2: Rear Panel 22

Figure 3: LEDs 23

Figure 4: Bottom Panel 24

Figure 5: Operating as an Internet Gateway Router 25

Figure 6: Operating as an Access Point 26

Figure 7: Operating as a Wireless Bridge 27

Figure 8: Operating as a Wireless Repeater 27

Figure 9: Operating as a Wireless Client 28

Figure 10: Wall Mounting 30

Figure 11: Router Mode Connection 31

Figure 12: Bridge Mode Connection 32

Figure 13: Login Page 35

Figure 14: Home Page 35

Figure 15: Wizard Step 1 - Language Selection 36

Figure 16: Wizard Step 2 - Time and SNTP Settings 37

Figure 17: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - DHCP 38

Figure 18: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - Static IP 39

Figure 19: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - PPPoE 40

Figure 20: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - PPTP 41

Figure 21: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - L2TP 43

Figure 22: Wizard Step 4 - Wireless Security 44

Figure 23: Logging On 48

Figure 24: Home Page 49

Figure 25: Operation Mode 50

Figure 26: DHCP Configuration 52

Figure 27: Static IP Configuration 53

Figure 28: PPPoE Configuration 54

Figure 29: PPTP Configuration 55

Figure 30: L2TP Configuration 57

Figure 31: LAN Configuration 59

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IGURES

Figure 32: DHCP Clients 61

Figure 33: Advanced Routing (Router Mode) 62

Figure 34: Basic Settings 66

Figure 35: HT Physical Mode Settings 68

Figure 36: Advanced Wireless Settings 69

Figure 37: Wi-Fi Multimedia Settings 72

Figure 38: WMM Configuration 73

Figure 39: Multicast-to-Unicast Converter 74

Figure 40: Security Mode Options 75

Figure 41: Security Mode - WEP 76

Figure 42: Security Mode - WPA-PSK 77

Figure 43: Security Mode - WPA 79

Figure 44: Security Mode - 802.1X 81

Figure 45: Access Policy 82

Figure 46: Manual WDS MAC Address Configuration 83

Figure 47: WDS Configuration Example 83

Figure 48: WDS Configuration 84

Figure 49: Enabling WPS 86

Figure 50: WPS Configuration 86

Figure 51: Station List 88

Figure 52: Station Profile 89

Figure 53: Profile—System Configuration (Infrastructure) 90

Figure 54: Profile—System Configuration (Ad Hoc) 90

Figure 55: Add Profile-Security Policy 92

Figure 56: WEP Security 93

Figure 57: WPA Security 94

Figure 58: Station Site Survey 97

Figure 59: Station Statistics 98

Figure 60: MAC/IP/Port Filtering 101

Figure 61: Virtual Server 103

Figure 62: DMZ 104

Figure 63: System Security 105

Figure 64: Content Filtering 106

Figure 65: System Management 109

Figure 66: Time Zone Settings 110

Figure 67: DDNS Settings (Router Mode) 111

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IGURES

Figure 68: Firmware Upgrade 112

Figure 69: Configuration Settings 113

Figure 70: System Status (Router Mode) 114

Figure 71: Statistics 116

Figure 72: System Log 117

Figure 73: RJ-45 Connector 123

Figure 74: Straight-through Wiring 125

Figure 75: Crossover Wiring 125

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TABLES

Table 1: Key Hardware Features 19

Table 2: LED Behavior 23

Table 3: WMM Access Categories 72

Table 4: LED Indicators 119

Table 5: 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts 124

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ECTION

GETTING STARTED

This section provides an overview of the Mini Broadband Router, and describes how to install and mount the unit. It also describes the basic settings required to access the management interface and run the setup Wizard.

This section includes these chapters:

◆ “Introduction” on page 19

◆ “Network Planning” on page 25

◆ “Installing the Mini Router” on page 29

◆ “Initial Configuration” on page 34

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1 INTRODUCTION

The Barricade 150Mbps Wireless-N Mini Broadband Router (SMCWBR11S-N) supports routing from an Internet Service Provider (ISP) connection (DSL or cable modem) to a local network. It is simple to configure and can be up and running in minutes.

KEY HARDWARE FEATURES

The following table describes the main hardware features of the Mini Broadband Router.

Table 1: Key Hardware Features

Feature Description

WAN Port One 100BASE-TX RJ-45 port for connecting to the Internet.

LAN Port One 100BASE-TX RJ-45 port for local network connections.

WPS Button To set up a secure connection to a wireless device.

Reset Button For resetting the unit and restoring factory defaults.

LEDs Provides LED indicators for Power, WAN port, LAN port, and WLAN

Mounting Options Can be mounted on any horizontal surface such as a desktop or

DESCRIPTION OF CAPABILITIES

◆ Internet connection through an RJ-45 WAN port.

◆ Local network connection through one 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port.

◆ DHCP for dynamic IP configuration.

◆ Firewall with Stateful Packet Inspection, client privileges, and NAT.

◆ NAT also enables multi-user Internet access via a single user account,

and virtual server functionality (providing protected access to Internet services such as Web, FTP, e-mail, and Telnet).

status.

shelf, or on a wall using two screws.

◆ VPN passthrough (IPsec, PPTP, or L2TP).

◆ User-definable application sensing tunnel supports applications

requiring multiple connections.

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Description of Capabilities

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◆ Easy setup and management through an easy-to-use web browser

interface on any operating system that supports TCP/IP.

◆ Compatible with all popular Internet applications.

APPLICATIONS Many advanced networking features are provided by the Mini Broadband

Router:

◆ Wired LAN — The Mini Broadband Router provides connectivity to

wired Ethernet devices, making it easy to create a network in small offices or homes.

◆ Internet Access — This device supports Internet access through a

WAN connection. Since many DSL providers use PPPoE, PPTP, or L2TP to establish communications with end users, the Mini Broadband Router includes built-in clients for these protocols, eliminating the need to install these services on your computer.

◆ Shared IP Address — The Mini Broadband Router provides Internet

access for up to 253 users using a single shared IP address account.

◆ Virtual Server — If you have a fixed IP address, you can set the Mini

Broadband Router to act as a virtual host for network address translation. Remote users access various services at your site using a static IP address. Then, depending on the requested service (or port number), the Mini Broadband Router can route the request to the appropriate server (at another internal IP address). This secures your network from direct attack by hackers, and provides more flexible management by allowing you to change internal IP addresses without affecting outside access to your network.

◆ DMZ Host Support — Allows a networked computer to be fully

exposed to the Internet. This function is used when NAT and firewall security prevent an Internet application from functioning correctly.

◆ Security — The Mini Broadband Router supports security features that

deny Internet access to specified users, or filter all requests for specific services. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and MAC filtering provide security over the wireless network.

◆ Virtual Private Network (VPN) Passthrough — The Mini Broadband

Router supports the passthrough of three of the most commonly used VPN protocols – IPsec, PPTP, and L2TP. These protocols allow remote users to establish a secure connection to another network. If your service provider supports VPNs, then these protocols can be used to create an authenticated and encrypted tunnel for passing secure data over the Internet (that is, a traditionally shared data network). The VPN-passthrough protocols supported by the Barricade are briefly described below.

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IPsec (Internet Protocol Security) — Encrypts and authenticates entire IP packets and encapsulates them into new IP packets for secure communications between networks.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

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PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) — Provides a secure

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Package Contents

tunnel for remote client access to a PPTP security gateway. PPTP includes provisions for call origination and flow control required by ISPs.

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L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) — Merges the best features of PPTP and the Layer 2 Forwarding (L2F) protocol. Like PPTP, L2TP requires that the ISP’s routers support the protocol.

The Barricade 150Mbps Wireless-N Mini Broadband Router package includes:

◆ Barricade Mini Broadband Router (SMCWBR11S-N)

◆ RJ-45 Category 5 network cable

◆ AC power adapter

◆ SMC Warranty Information Card

◆ Quick Installation Guide

◆ EZ Installation & Documentation CD

Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it.

HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

The Barricade 150Mbps Wireless-N Mini Broadband Router, from herein refered to as Mini Broadband Router, connects to the Internet through its RJ-45 WAN port. It connects directly to your PC or to a local area network using its RJ-45 Fast Ethernet LAN port.

The Mini Broadband Router includes an LED display on the front panel for system power and port indications that simplifies installation and network troubleshooting.

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Figure 1: Top Panel

LED Indicators

WPS Button

RJ-45 WAN Port

RJ-45 LAN Port

DC Power Socket

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Hardware Description

Figure 2: Rear Panel

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WLAN LAN WAN Power

WPS SET

LAN

WLAN

Power

WAN

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Hardware Description

LED INDICATORS The Mini Broadband Router includes four status LED indicators, as

described in the following figure and table.

Figure 3: LEDs

Table 2: LED Behavior

LED Status Description

Power On Blue The unit is receiving power and is operating

Off There is no power currently being supplied to

WLAN On/Blinking Blue The 802.11n radio is enabled and

Off The 802.11n radio is disabled.

WAN On Blue The Ethernet WAN port is aquiring an IP

Blinking The Ethernet WAN port is connected and is

Off The Ethernet WAN port is disconnected or has

LAN On Blue The Ethernet LAN port is connected to a PC or

Blinking The Ethernet port is connected and is

Off The Ethernet port is disconnected or has

normally.

the unit.

transmitting or receiving data through wireless links.

address.

transmitting/receiving data.

malfunctioned.

server.

transmitting/receiving data.

malfunctioned.

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Reset Button

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| Introduction

Hardware Description

ETHERNET WAN PORT A 100BASE-TX RJ-45 port that can be attached to an Internet access

device, such as a DSL or Cable modem.

ETHERNET LAN PORT The Mini Broadband Router has one 100BASE-TX RJ-45 port that can be

attached directly to a PC or 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN segments.

This port supports automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, so you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs, switches, or hubs.

POWER CONNECTOR The Mini Broadband Router must be powered with its supplied power

adapter. Failure to do so results in voiding of any warrantly supplied with the product. The power adapter automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100~240 volts at 50 or 60 Hz, and supplies 12 volts DC power to the unit. No voltage range settings are required.

WPS BUTTON Press the WPS button to automatically configure the Mini Broadband

Router with other WPS devices in the WLAN.

RESET BUTTON The Reset button is used to restore the factory default configuration. If you

hold down the button for 5 seconds or more, any configuration changes you may have made are removed, and the factory default configuration is restored to the Mini Broadband Router.

Figure 4: Bottom Panel

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2 NETWORK PLANNING

Mini Router

Server

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

Desktop PC

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

Cable/DSL

Modem

Internet Service Provider

Notebook PC

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

WAN (IP assigned from ISP)

LAN (IP: 192.168.2.x)

LAN Switch

The Mini Broadband Router is designed to be very flexible in its deployment options. It can be used as an Internet gateway for a small network, or as an access point to extend an existing wired network to support wireless users. It also supports use as a wireless bridge to connect up to four wired LANs, or as a wireless client to connect to another wireless network.

This chapter explains some of the basic features of the Mini Broadband Router and shows some network topology examples in which the device is implemented.

INTERNET GATEWAY ROUTER

The Mini Broadband Router can connect directly to a cable or DSL modem to provide an Internet connection for multiple users through a single service provider account. Users connect to the Mini Broadband Router either through a wired connection to a LAN port, or though the device’s own wireless network. The Mini Broadband Router functions as an Internet gateway when set to Router Mode.

An Internet gateway employs several functions that essentially create two separate Internet Protocol (IP) subnetworks; a private internal network with wired and wireless users, and a public external network that connects to the Internet. Network traffic is forwarded, or routed, between the two subnetworks.

Figure 5: Operating as an Internet Gateway Router

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LAN ACCESS POINT

Server (IP: 192.168.2.x)

Desktop PC

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

LAN Switch

Notebook PC

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

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LAN Access Point

The private local network, connected to the LAN port or wireless interface, provides a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for allocating IP addresses to local PCs and wireless clients, and Network Address Translation (NAT) for mapping the multiple "internal" IP addresses to one “external” IP address.

The public external network, connected to the WAN port, supports DHCP client, Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol), L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol), and static IP for connection to an Internet service provider (ISP) through a cable or DSL modem.

The Mini Broadband Router can provide an access point service for an existing wired LAN, creating a wireless extension to the local network. The Mini Broadband Router functions as purely an access point when set to Bridge Mode. When used in this mode, there are no gateway functions between the WAN port and the LAN and wireless interfaces.

A Wi-Fi wireless network is defined by its Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. Wireless clients that want to connect to a network must set their SSID to the same SSID of the network service.

Figure 6: Operating as an Access Point

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WIRELESS BRIDGE

Desktop PC

Cable/DSL

Modem

Mini Router

(Bridge Mode)

WDS Link

Internet Service Provider

Mini Router

(Router Mode)

Desktop PC

Cable/DSL

Modem

Mini Router

(Bridge Mode)

WDS Link

Internet Service Provider

Notebook PC

Mini Router

(Router Mode)

Notebook PC

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Wireless Bridge

The IEEE 802.11 standard defines a Wireless Distribution System (WDS) for bridge connections between access points. The Mini Broadband Router can use WDS to forward traffic on links between units.

Up to four WDS links can be specified for the Mini Broadband Router.

The WDS feature enables two basic functions to be configured in the wireless network. Either a repeater function that extends the range of the wireless network, or a bridge function that connects a remote LAN segment to an Internet connection.

Figure 7: Operating as a Wireless Bridge

Figure 8: Operating as a Wireless Repeater

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WIRELESS CLIENT

Cable/DSL

Modem

Internet Service Provider

Server

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

Desktop PC

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

Notebook PC

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

Wireless Client WAN

(IP from external network)

LAN Port

(IP: 192.168.2.x)

LAN Switch

Access Point

(External SSID)

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Wireless Client

The Mini Broadband Router can operate as a wireless client on one SSID interface, which enables a connection to another Wi-Fi network. When the wireless client option is enabled, the client SSID interface functions as an external gateway WAN port, and the other SSID interface and LAN ports all function as the local network within the same IP subnet.

Figure 9: Operating as a Wireless Client

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3 INSTALLING THE MINI ROUTER

The Mini Broadband Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the web-based management interface. For information on setting the mode suitable for your network environment, see “Operation Mode” on

page 50.

◆ Router Mode — A gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and

wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL modem. This is the factory set default mode.

◆ Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to

wireless clients.

In addition to these basic operating modes, the wireless interface supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS) links to other Mini Broadband Routers, and a wireless AP Client Mode for a link to another wireless network. These advanced configurations are not described in this section, see “Network

Planning” on page 25 for more information.

In a basic configuration, how the Mini Broadband Router is connected depends on the operating mode. The sections in this chapter describe connections for basic Router Mode and Bridge Mode operation.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

◆ An Internet access device (DSL or Cable modem) with an Ethernet port

◆ An up-to-date web browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or above or Mozilla

connection.

Firefox 2.0 or above.

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Mounting Slots

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Mounting the Device

MOUNTING THE DEVICE

The Mini Broadband Router can be mounted on any horizontal surface, or on a wall. The following sections describe the mounting options.

MOUNTING ON A WALL The Mini Broadband Router should be mounted only to a wall or wood

surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its equivalent. To mount the unit on a wall, always use its wall-mounting slots.

Figure 10: Wall Mounting

MOUNTING ON A

HORIZONTAL SURFACE

To mount on a wall, follow the instructions below.

1. Mark the position of the two screw holes on the wall. For concrete or

brick walls, you will need to drill holes and insert wall plugs for the screws.

2. Insert two 20-mm M4 tap screws (not included) into the holes, leaving

about 2~3 mm (0.08~0.12 inches) clearance from the wall.

3. Line up the two mounting points on the unit with the screws in the wall,

then slide the unit down onto the screws until it is in a secured position.

To keep the Mini Broadband Router from sliding on the surface, the unit has four rubber feet on its base.

It is recommended to select an uncluttered area on a sturdy surface, such as a desktop or table. The unit can also be protected by securing all attached cables to a table leg or other nearby fixed structure.

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ROUTER MODE CONNECTIONS

Set up wireless devices

Notebook PC

Connect AC power adapter to power source

Connect LAN port to PC

Cable/DSL Modem

Connect WAN port to cable/DSL modem

Internet

In its default Router Mode, the Mini Broadband Router forwards traffic between an Internet connected cable or DSL modem, and wired or wireless PCs or notebooks. The basic connections are illustrated in the figure below.

Figure 11: Router Mode Connection

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Router Mode Connections

To connect the Mini Broadband Router in Router Mode for use as an Internet gateway, follow these steps:

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Mini Broadband Router’s WAN port

to your Internet connected cable or DSL modem.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Mini Broadband Router’s LAN port

to your PC. Alternatively, you can connect to a workgroup switch to support more wired users. The Mini Broadband Router can support up to 253 wired and wireless users.

3. Power on the Mini Broadband Router by connecting the AC power

adapter and plugging it into a power source.

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Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the Mini Broadband

Router. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.

When you power on the Mini Broadband Router, verify that the Power LED turns on and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under see “LED Indicators” on page 23.

4. Set up wireless devices by pressing the WPS button on the Mini

Broadband Router or by using the web interface. See “Initial

Configuration” on page 34 for more information on accessing the web

interface.

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BRIDGE MODE CONNECTIONS

Set up wireless devices

Notebook PC

Connect AC power adapter to power source

Connect LAN and WAN ports

to PCs or an Ethernet LAN switch

In Bridge Mode, the Mini Broadband Router operates as a wireless access point, extending a local wired network to associated wireless clients (PCs or notebooks with wireless capability). From any nearby location, you can then make a wireless connection to the Mini Broadband Router and access the wired network resources, including local servers and the Internet.

In Bridge Mode, the Mini Broadband Router does not support gateway functions on its WAN port. Both the LAN port and the WAN ports can be connected to a local Ethernet LAN.

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Bridge Mode is not the factory default mode and must be manually set using the web management interface.

Figure 12: Bridge Mode Connection

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Bridge Mode Connections

To connect the Mini Broadband Router for use as an access point, follow these steps:

1. Using Ethernet cable connect the Mini Broadband Router’s LAN and

WAN ports to PCs. Alternatively, you can connect to a workgroup switch to support more wired users.

2. Power on the Mini Broadband Router by connecting the AC power

adapter and plugging it into a power source.

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Router. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.

Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the Mini Broadband

When you power on the Mini Broadband Router, verify that the Power LED turns on and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under “LED Indicators” on page 23.

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Bridge Mode Connections

3. Set up wireless devices by pressing the WPS button on the Mini

Broadband Router or by using the web interface. See “Initial

Configuration” on page 34 for more information on accessing the web

interface.

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4 INITIAL CONFIGURATION

The Mini Broadband Router offers a user-friendly web-based management interface for the configuration of all the unit’s features. Any PC directly attached to the unit can access the management interface using a web browser, such as Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or above).

ISP SETTINGS

If you are not sure of your connection method, please contact your Internet Service Provider. There are several connection types to choose from: Static IP, DHCP (cable connection), PPPoE (DSL connection), PPTP, and L2TP.

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If using the PPPoE option, you will need to remove or disable any PPPoE client software on your computers.

CONNECTING TO THE LOGIN PAGE

It is recommended to make initial configuration changes by connecting a PC directly to the Mini Broadband Router’s LAN port. The Mini Broadband Router has a default IP address of 192.168.2.1 and a subnet mask of

255.255.255.0. You must set your PC IP address to be on the same subnet as the Mini Broadband Router (that is, the PC and Mini Broadband Router addresses must both start 192.168.2.x).

To access the Mini Broadband Router’s management interface, follow these steps:

1. Use your web browser to connect to the management interface using

the default IP address of 192.168.2.1.

2. Log into the interface by entering the default username “admin” and

password “smcadmin,” then click OK.

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It is strongly recommended to change the default password the first time you access the web interface. For information on changing passwords, see “System Management” on page 109.

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Figure 13: Login Page

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Home Page and Main Menu

HOME PAGE AND MAIN MENU

After logging in to the web interface, the Home page displays. The Home page shows the main menu and the method to access the Setup Wizard.

Figure 14: Home Page

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COMMON WEB PAGE BUTTONS

The list below describes the common buttons found on most web management pages:

◆ Apply – Applies the new parameters and saves them to memory. Also

displays a screen to inform you when it has taken affect. Clicking ‘Apply’ returns to the home page.

◆ Cancel – Cancels the newly entered settings and restores the previous

settings.

◆ Next – Proceeds to the next step.

◆ Previous – Returns to the previous screen.

SETUP WIZARD

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Common Web Page Buttons

STEP 1 - LANGUAGE

SELECTION

The Wizard is designed to help you configure the basic settings required to get the the Mini Broadband Router up and running. There are only a few basic steps you need to set up the the Mini Broadband Router and provide a connection.

Follow these steps:

Select between English, Traditional Chinese, Simple Chinese, or Korean. Click Next to proceed to the next step of the wizard.

Figure 15: Wizard Step 1 - Language Selection

The following items are displayed on the first page of the Setup Wizard:

◆ Select Language — Selects English, Traditional Chinese, Simple

Chinese, or Korean as the interface language.

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Setup Wizard

STEP 2 - TIME

SETTINGS

The Step 2 page of the Wizard configures time zone and SNTP settings.

Select a time zone according to where the device is operated. Click Next after completing the setup.

Figure 16: Wizard Step 2 - Time and SNTP Settings

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Current Time — Receives a time and date stamp from an SNTP server.

◆ Time Zone — Select the time zone that is applicable to your region.

◆ SNTP Server — Enter the address of an SNTP server to receive time

updates.

◆ SNTP synchronization (hours) — Specify the interval between SNTP

server updates.

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Setup Wizard

STEP 3 - WAN

SETTINGS - DHCP

The Step 3 page of the Wizard specifies the Internet connection parameters for the Mini Broadband Router’s WAN port. Click Next after completing the setup.

By default, the access point WAN port is configured with DHCP enabled. The options are Static IP, DHCP (cable modem), PPPoE (DSL modem), PPTP, and L2TP. Each option changes the parameters that are displayed on the page.

Figure 17: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - DHCP

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ WAN Connection Type — Select the connection type for the WAN port

from the drop down list. (Default: DHCP)

◆ Hostname — Specifies the host name of the DHCP client.

(Default: SMCWBR11S-N)

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

Server. A DNS maps numerical IP addresses to domain names and can be used to identify network hosts by familiar names instead of the IP addresses. To specify a DNS server, type the IP addresses in the text field provided. Otherwise, leave the text field blank.

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

address of one PC, which is registered with the ISP. This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router's WAN interface to match the PC's MAC address provided to your ISP for registration. You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing it in the boxes provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini Broadband Router, then click the “Clone your PC’s MAC Address”. (Default: Disabled)

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your ISP, call your ISP and request to register a new MAC address for your account. Register the default MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router.

STEP 3 - WAN

SETTINGS - STATIC IP

Configures a static IP for the WAN port.

Figure 18: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - Static IP

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ WAN Connection Type — Select the connection type for the WAN port

from the drop down list. (Default: DHCP)

◆ IP Address — The IP address of the Mini Broadband Router. Valid IP

addresses consist of four decimal numbers, 0 to 255, separated by periods.

◆ Subnet Mask — The mask that identifies the host address bits used for

routing to specific subnets.

◆ Default Gateway — The IP address of the gateway router for the Mini

Broadband Router, which is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

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Setup Wizard

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

address. This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router's WAN interface to match the PC's MAC address provided to your ISP for registration. You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing it in the boxes provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini Broadband Router, then click the “Clone your PC’s MAC Address” (Default: Disable)

STEP 3 - WAN

SETTINGS - PPPOE

Enable the Mini Broadband Router IP address to be assigned automatically from an Internet service provider (ISP) through a DSL modem using Pointto-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE).

Figure 19: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - PPPoE

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ User Name — Sets the PPPoE user name for the WAN port.

(Default: pppoe_user; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Password — Sets a PPPoE password for the WAN port.

(Default: pppoe_password; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Verify Password — Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.

◆ Operation Mode — Enables and configures the keep alive time and

configures the on-demand idle time.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

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provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini Broadband Router, then click the “Clone your PC’s MAC Address” (Default: Disable)

STEP 3 - WAN

SETTINGS - PPTP

Enables the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) for implementing virtual private networks. The service is provided in many European countries.

Figure 20: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - PPTP

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Server IP — Sets the PPTP server IP Address. (Default: pptp_server)

◆ User Name — Sets the PPTP user name for the WAN port.

(Default: pptp_user; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Password — Sets a PPTP password for the WAN port. (Default:

pptp_password; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Verify Password — Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.

◆ Address Mode — Sets a PPTP network mode. (Default: Static)

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Setup Wizard

◆ IP Address — Sets the static IP address. (Default: 0.0.0.0, available

when PPTP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Subnet Mask — Sets the static IP subnet mask. (Default:

255.255.255.0, available when PPTP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Default Gateway — The IP address of a router that is used when the

requested destination IP address is not on the local subnet.

◆ Operation Mode — Enables and configures the keep alive time.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

address of one PC. This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router's WAN interface to match the PC's MAC address provided to your ISP for registration. You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing it in the boxes provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini Broadband Router, then click the “Clone your PC’s MAC Address” (Default: Disable)

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Setup Wizard

STEP 3 - WAN

SETTINGS - L2TP

Enables the Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) for implementing virtual private networks. The service is provided in many European countries.

Figure 21: Wizard Step 3 - WAN Settings - L2TP

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Server IP — Sets the L2TP server IP Address. (Default: l2tp_server)

◆ User Name — Sets the L2TP user name for the WAN port.

(Default: l2tp_user; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Password — Sets a L2TP password for the WAN port. (Default:

l2tp_password; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Verify Password — Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.

◆ Address Mode — Sets a L2TP network mode. (Default: Static)

◆ IP Address — Sets the static IP address. (Default: 0.0.0.0, available

when L2TP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Subnet Mask — Sets the static IP subnet mask. (Default:

255.255.255.0, available when L2TP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

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Setup Wizard

◆ Default Gateway — The IP address of a router that is used when the

requested destination IP address is not on the local subnet.

◆ Operation Mode — Enables and configures the keep alive time.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

address of one PC. This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router’s WAN interface to match the PC's MAC address provided to your ISP for registration. You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing it in the boxes provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini Broadband Router, then click the “Clone your PC’s MAC Address” (Default: Disable)

STEP 4 - WIRELESS

SECURITY

The Step 4 page of the Wizard configures the wireless network name and security options.

Figure 22: Wizard Step 4 - Wireless Security

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ SSID Choice — The name of the wireless network service provided by

the Mini Broadband Router. Clients that want to connect to the network must set their SSID to the same as that of the Mini Broadband Router. (Default: “SMC”)

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◆ Security Mode — Specifies the security mode for the SSID. Select the

security method and then configure the required parameters. For more information, see “WLAN Security” on page 75. (Options: Disabled, Open, Shared, WEP-AUTO, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK_WPA2-PSK, WPA, WPA2, WPA1_WPA2, 802.1X; Default: Disabled)

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To keep your wireless network protected and secure, you should implement the highest security possible. For small networks, it is recommended to select WPA2-PSK using AES encryption as the most secure option. However, if you have older wireless devices in the network that do not support AES encryption, select TKIP as the encryption algorithm.

◆ Access Policy — The Mini Broadband Router provides a MAC address

filtering facility. The access policy can be set to allow or reject specific station MAC addresses. This feature can be used to connect known wireless devices that may not be able to support the configured security mode.

◆ Add a station MAC — Enter the MAC address of the station that you

want to filter. MAC addresses must be entered in the format xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

COMPLETION After completion of the Wizard, the screen returns to the Home Page.

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WEB CONFIGURATION

This section provides details on configuring the Mini Broadband Router using the web browser interface.

This section includes these chapters:

◆ “Operation Mode” on page 47

◆ “Network Settings” on page 51

◆ “Wireless Configuration” on page 65

◆ “AP Client Mode Wireless Configuration” on page 89

◆ “Firewall Configuration” on page 100

◆ “Administration Settings” on page 108

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5 OPERATION MODE

The following sections are contained in this chapter:

◆ “Logging In” on page 48

◆ “Operation Mode” on page 50

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LOGGING IN

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Logging In

It is recommended to make initial configuration changes by connecting a PC directly to the Mini Broadband Router's LAN port. The Mini Broadband Router has a default IP address of 192.168.2.1 and a subnet mask of

255.255.255.0. If your PC is set to “Obtain an IP address automatically” (that is, set as a DHCP client), you can connect immediately to the web interface. Otherwise, you must set your PC IP address to be on the same subnet as the Mini Broadband Router (that is, the PC and Mini Broadband Router addresses must both start 192.168.2.x).

To access the configuration menu, follow these steps:

1. Use your web browser to connect to the management interface using

the default IP address of 192.168.2.1.

2. Log into the Mini Broadband Router management interface by entering

the default user name “admin” and password “smcadmin,” then click OK.

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It is strongly recommended to change the default password the first time you access the web interface. For information on changing passwords, see “Administration Settings” on page 108.

Figure 23: Logging On

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Logging In

The home page displays the main menu items at the top of the screen and the Setup Wizard. See “Setup Wizard” on page 36.

Figure 24: Home Page

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OPERATION MODE

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Operation Mode

The Operation Mode Configuration page allows you to set up the mode suitable for your network environment.

Figure 25: Operation Mode

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to

wireless clients.

◆ Router Mode — The Internet gateway mode that connects a wired LAN

and wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL modem. This is the factory set default mode.

◆ AP Client Mode — The Mini Broadband Router acts as a client

connecting to an available wireless network provided by another access point or wireless router. This functionality allows other Ethernetenabled devices, like gaming consoles, NAS storage servers, or PCs/ laptops without built-in wireless support, to be added into a wireless network.

In order to connect to a wireless network in AP Client mode, it is necessary to know the following information: the network name (SSID), the frequency channel (1-13), the type of security (WEP, WPA/ WPA2), and the security password (if any). For more information, see

“AP Client Mode Wireless Configuration” on page 89.

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6 NETWORK SETTINGS

The Network Settings pages allow you to manage basic system configuration settings. It includes the following sections:

◆ “WAN Setting” on page 51

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“DHCP” on page 52

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“Static IP” on page 53

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“PPPoE” on page 54

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“PPTP” on page 55

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“L2TP” on page 57

◆ “LAN Setting” on page 59

WAN SETTING

◆ “DHCP Clients” on page 61

◆ “Advanced Routing” on page 62

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In Bridge mode, the Mini Broadband Router’s Network Settings options are significantly reduced, with only LAN Settings and the Client List being available to the user.

The WAN Setting page specifies the Internet connection parameters. Click on “Network Settings” followed by “WAN”.

◆ WAN Connection Type — By default, the access point WAN port is

configured with DHCP enabled. After you have network access to the access point, you can use the web browser interface to modify the initial IP configuration, if needed. The options are Static IP, DHCP (cable modem), PPPoE (DSL modem), PPTP, and L2TP. Each option changes the parameters displayed below it. (Default: DHCP).

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WAN Setting

DHCP Enables Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) for the WAN port.

This setting allows the Mini Broadband Router to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server normally operated by the Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Figure 26: DHCP Configuration

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Hostname (Optional) — The hostname of the DHCP client.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

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If you are unsure of the PC MAC address originally registered by your ISP, call your ISP and request to register a new MAC address for your account. Register the default MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router.

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STATIC IP Configures a static IP for the WAN port.

Figure 27: Static IP Configuration

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WAN Setting

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ IP Address — The IP address of the Mini Broadband Router. Valid IP

addresses consist of four decimal numbers, 0 to 255, separated by periods.

◆ Subnet Mask — The mask that identifies the host address bits used for

routing to specific subnets.

◆ Default Gateway — The IP address of the gateway router for the Mini

Broadband Router, which is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

Server on the network. A DNS maps numerical IP addresses to domain names and can be used to identify network hosts by familiar names instead of the IP addresses. If you have one or more DNS servers located on the local network, type the IP addresses in the text fields provided. Otherwise, leave the addresses as all zeros (0.0.0.0).

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server on the network.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

address of one PC. This setting allows you to manually change the MAC address of the Mini Broadband Router's WAN interface to match the

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WAN Setting

PC's MAC address provided to your ISP for registration. You can enter the registered MAC address manually by typing it in the boxes provided. Otherwise, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Mini Broadband Router, then click the “Clone your PC’s MAC Address” (Default: Disable)

PPPOE Enables the Mini Broadband Router IP address to be assigned automatically

from an Internet service provider (ISP) through a DSL modem using Pointto-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE).

Figure 28: PPPoE Configuration

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ PPPoE User Name — Sets the PPPoE user name for the WAN port.

(Default: pppoe_user; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ PPPoE Password — Sets a PPPoE password for the WAN port.

(Default: pppoe_password; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Verify Password — Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.

◆ Operation Mode — Selects the operation mode as Keep Alive, On

Demand or Manual. (Default: Keep Alive)

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Keep Alive Mode: The Mini Broadband Router will periodically check your Internet connection and automatically re-establish your connection when disconnected. (Default: 60 seconds)

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On Demand Mode: The maximum length of inactive time the unit

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will stay connected to the DSL service provider before disconnecting. (Default: 5 minutes)

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

PPTP Enables the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) for implementing

virtual private networks. The service is provided in many European countries.

Figure 29: PPTP Configuration

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WAN Setting

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Server IP — Sets a PPTP server IP Address. (Default: pptp_server)

◆ User Name — Sets the PPTP user name for the WAN port. (Default:

pptp_user; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Password — Sets a PPTP password for the WAN port. (Default:

pptp_password; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Verify Password — Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.

◆ Address Mode — Sets a PPTP network mode. (Default: Static)

◆ IP Address — Sets the static IP address. (Default: 0.0.0.0, available

when PPTP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Subnet Mask — Sets the static IP subnet mask. (Default:

255.255.255.0, available when PPTP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Default Gateway — The IP address of the gateway router for the Mini

Broadband Router, which is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet.

◆ Operation Mode — Selects the operation mode as Keep Alive, or

Manual. (Default: Keep Alive)

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Keep Alive Mode: The Mini Broadband Router will periodically check your Internet connection and automatically re-establish your connection when disconnected. (Default: 60 seconds)

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Manual Mode: The unit will remain connected to the Internet without disconnecting.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

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L2TP Enables the Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) for implementing virtual

private networks. The service is provided in many European countries.

Figure 30: L2TP Configuration

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Server IP — Sets the L2TP server IP Address. (Default: l2tp_server)

◆ User Name — Sets the L2TP user name for the WAN port.

(Default: l2tp_user; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Password — Sets a L2TP password for the WAN port. (Default:

l2tp_password; Range: 1~32 characters)

◆ Verify Password — Prompts you to re-enter your chosen password.

◆ Address Mode — Sets a L2TP network mode. (Default: Static)

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◆ IP Address — Sets the static IP address. (Default: 0.0.0.0, available

when L2TP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Subnet Mask — Sets the static IP subnet mask. (Default:

255.255.255.0, available when L2TP Network Mode is set to static IP.)

◆ Default Gateway — The IP address of the gateway router for the Mini

Broadband Router, which is used if the requested destination address is not on the local subnet.

◆ Operation Mode — Selects the operation mode as Keep Alive, or

Manual. (Default: Keep Alive)

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Keep Alive Mode: The Mini Broadband Router will periodically check your Internet connection and automatically re-establish your connection when disconnected. (Default: 60 seconds)

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Manual Mode: The unit will remain connected to the Internet without disconnecting.

◆ Primary DNS Server — The IP address of the Primary Domain Name

◆ Secondary DNS Server — The IP address of the Secondary Domain

Name Server.

◆ MAC Clone — Some ISPs limit Internet connections to a specified MAC

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LAN SETTING

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The Mini Broadband Router must have a valid IP address for management using a web browser and to support other features. The unit has a default IP address of 192.168.2.1. You can use this IP address or assign another address that is compatible with your existing local network. Click on “Network Settings” followed by “LAN.”

Figure 31: LAN Configuration

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ MAC Address — The physical layer address for the Mini Broadband

Router’s LAN port.

◆ IP Address — Valid IP addresses consist of four decimal numbers, 0 to

255, separated by periods. (Default: 192.168.2.1)

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◆ Subnet Mask — Indicate the local subnet mask.

(Default: 255.255.255.0.)

◆ DHCP Server — Enable this feature to assign IP settings to wired and

wireless clients connected to the Mini Broadband Router. The IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and Domain Name Server (DNS) address are dynamically assigned to clients. (Options: Enable, Disable; Default: Enable)

◆ Start/End IP Address — Specify the start and end IP addresses of a

range that the DHCP server can allocate to DHCP clients. Note that the address pool range is always in the same subnet as the unit’s IP setting. The maximum clients that the unit can support is 253.

◆ Lease Time — Select a time limit for the use of an IP address from the

IP pool. When the time limit expires, the client has to request a new IP address. The lease time is expressed in seconds. (Options: Forever, Two weeks, One week, Two days, One day, Half day, Two hours, One hour, Half hour; Default: One week)

◆ LLTD — Link Layer Topology Discovery (LLTD) is a Microsoft proprietary

discovery protocol which can be used for both wired and wireless networks. (Options: Disable/Enable, Default: Enable)

◆ IGMP Proxy — Enables IGMP proxy on the Mini Broadband Router.

(Options: Disable/Enable, Default: Disable)

◆ UPNP — Allows the device to advertise its UPnP capabilities. (Default:

Enable)

◆ Router Advertisement — Enables the sending and receiving of

routing advertisements to discover the existence of neighboring routers. (Options: Disable/Enable, Default: Disable)

◆ PPPoE Relay — When enabled, the Mini Broadband Router will forward

PPPoE messages to clients. Clients are then able to connect to the PPPoE service through the WAN port. (Options: Disable/Enable, Default: Disable)

◆ DNS Proxy — Enables DNS proxy on the LAN port. DNS Proxy receives

DNS queries from the local network and forwards them to an Internet DNS server. (Default: Enable)

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DHCP CLIENTS

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The DHCP Clients page displays information on connected client stations that have been assigned IP addresses from the DHCP address pool.

Figure 32: DHCP Clients

The following items are displayed on this page:

Host name — The name of the connected client station.

MAC Address — The MAC address of the connected client station.

IP Address — The IP address assigned to the client from the IP pool.

Expires in — The time limit for the use of the IP address from the IP pool.

When the time limit expires, the client has to request a new IP address.

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ADVANCED ROUTING

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Routing setup allows a manual method to set up routing between networks. The network administrator configures static routes by entering routes directly into the routing table. Static routing has the advantage of being predictable and easy to configure.

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ADVANCED ROUTING

SETTINGS

This screen is used to manually configure static routes to other IP networks, subnetworks, or hosts. Click “Network Settings” followed by “Advanced Routing.” (Maximum 32 entries are allowed.)

Figure 33: Advanced Routing (Router Mode)

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Advanced Routing

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Destination — A destination network or specific host to which packets

can be routed.

◆ Type — Defines the type of destination. (Options: Host/Net, Default:

Host)

◆ Gateway — The IP address of the router at the next hop to which

matching frames are forwarded.

◆ Interface — The selected interface to which a static routing subnet is

to be applied.

◆ Comment — Enters a useful comment to help identify this route.

ROUTING TABLE This page displays the information necessary to forward a packet along the

best path toward its destination. Each packet contains information about its origin and destination. When a packet is received, a network device examines the packet and matches it to the routing table entry providing the best match for its destination. The table then provides the device with instructions for sending the packet to the next hop on its route across the network.

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The Routing Table is only available when the Mini Broadband Router is set to Router Mode.

◆ Destination — Displays all destination networks or specific hosts to

which packets can be routed.

◆ Netmask — Displays the subnetwork associated with the destination.

◆ Gateway — Displays the IP address of the router at the next hop to

which matching frames are forwarded.

◆ Flags — Flags – Possible flags identify as below

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0: reject route

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1: route is up

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3: route is up, use gateway

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5: route is up, target is a host

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7: route is up, use gateway, target is a host

◆ Metric — A number used to indicate the cost of the route so that the

best route, among potentially multiple routes to the same destination, can be selected.

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◆ Ref — Number of references to this route.

◆ Use — Count of lookups for the route.

◆ Interface — Interface to which packets for this route will be sent.

◆ Comment — Displays a useful comment to identify the routing rules.

DYNAMIC ROUTE ◆ The Mini Broadband Router supports RIP 1 and RIP 2 dynamic routing

protocol. Routing Information Protocol (RIP) is the most widely used method for dynamically maintaining routing tables. RIP uses a distance vector-based approach to routing. Routes are chosen to minimize the distance vector, or hop count, which serves as a rough estimate of transmission cost. Each router broadcasts its advertisement every 30 seconds, together with any updates to its routing table. This allows all routers on the network to build consistent tables of next hop links which lead to relevant subnets.

◆ RIP — Enables or disable the RIP protocol for the WAN or LAN

interface. (Options: Disable/v1/v2, Default: Disable)

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7 WIRELESS CONFIGURATION

The wireless settings section displays configuration settings for the access point functionality of the Mini Broadband Router. It includes the following sections:

◆ “Basic Settings” on page 65

◆ “Advanced Settings” on page 69

◆ “WLAN Security” on page 75

◆ “Wireless Distribution System (WDS)” on page 82

◆ “Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)” on page 85

◆ “Station List” on page 88

BASIC SETTINGS

The IEEE 802.11n interface includes configuration options for radio signal characteristics and wireless security features.

The Mini Broadband Router’s radio can operate in six modes, mixed

802.11b/g/n, mixed 802.11b/g, mixed 802.11g/n, 802.11n only, 802.11b only, or 802.11g only. Note that 802.11g is backward compatible with

802.11b, and 802.11n is backward compatible with 802.11b/g at slower data transmit rates.

The Mini Broadband Router supports two virtual access point (VAP) interfaces. One VAP is the primary (Network Name SSID), and the other one is referred to as "Multiple SSID1." Each VAP functions as a separate access point, and can be configured with its own Service Set Identification (SSID) and security settings. However, most radio signal parameters apply to all VAP interfaces.

Traffic to specific VAPs can be segregated based on user groups or application traffic. All VAPs can have up to 64 wireless clients, whereby the clients associate with these VAPs the same as they would with a physical access point.

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The radio channel settings for the access point are limited by local regulations, which determine the number of channels that are available.

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Basic Settings

The Basic Settings page allows you to configure the wireless network name (Service Set Identifier or SSID) and set the wireless security method.

Click on “Wireless Settings,” followed by “Basic.”

Figure 34: Basic Settings

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Wireless On/Off — Enables or Disable the radio. (Default: Enable)

◆ Network Mode — Defines the radio operating mode. (Default: 11g/n

Mixed)

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11b/g mixed: Both 802.11b and 802.11g clients can communicate with the Mini Broadband Router (up to 108 Mbps), but data transmission rates may be slowed to compensate for 802.11b clients. Any 802.11n clients will also be able to communicate with the Mini Broadband Router, but they will be limited to 802.11g protocols and data transmission rates.

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11b only: All 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n clients will be able to communicate with the Mini Broadband Router, but the 802.11g and

802.11n clients will be limited to 802.11b protocols and data transmission rates (up to 11 Mbps).

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11g only: Both 802.11g and 802.11n clients will be able to communicate with the Mini Broadband Router, but the 802.11n clients will be limited to 802.11g protocols and data transmission rates (up to 54 Mbps). Any 802.11b clients will not be able to communicate with the Mini Broadband Router.

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11n only: Only 802.11n clients will be able to communicate with

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the Mini Broadband Router (up to 150 Mbps).

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11g/n mixed: Both 802.11g and 802.11n clients can communicate with the Mini Broadband Router (up to 150 Mbps), but data transmission rates may be slowed to compensate for 802.11g clients.

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11b/g/n Mixed: All 802.11b/g/n clients can communicate with the Mini Broadband Router (up to 150 Mbps), but data transmission rates may be slowed to compensate for 802.11b/g clients.

◆ Network Name (SSID) — The name of the wireless network service

provided by the Mini Broadband Router. Clients that want to connect to the network must set their SSID to the same as that of the Mini Broadband Router. (Default: “SMC”; Range: 1-32 characters)

◆ Multiple SSID1 — One additional VAP interface supported on the

device. (Default: no name configured; Range: 1-32 characters)

◆ Broadcast Network Name (SSID) — By default, the Mini Broadband

Router always broadcasts the SSID in its beacon signal. Disabling the SSID broadcast increases security of the network because wireless clients need to already know the SSID before attempting to connect. When set to disable, the Network Name SSID, and SSID1 are automatically set to “Hide.” (Default: Enabled)

◆ AP Isolation — The Mini Broadband Router will isolate

communincation between all clients in order to protect them. Normally for users who are at hotspots. (Default: Disabled)

◆ MBSSID AP Isolation — The Mini Broadband Router will isolate

wireless clients from different SSID.

◆ BSSID — The identifier (MAC address) of the Mini Broadband Router in

the Basic Service Set (BSS) network.

◆ Frequency (Channel) — The radio channel that the Mini Broadband

Router uses to communicate with wireless clients. When multiple access points are deployed in the same area, set the channel on neighboring access points at least five channels apart to avoid interference with each other. For example, you can deploy up to three access points in the same area using channels 1, 6, 11. Note that wireless clients automatically set the channel to the same as that used by the Mini Broadband Router to which it is linked. Selecting Auto Select enables the Mini Broadband Router to automatically select an unoccupied radio channel. (Default: AutoSelect)

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HT PHYSICAL MODE

SETTINGS

The HT Physical Mode section on the Wireless Settings Advanced page includes additional parameters for 802.11n operation.

Figure 35: HT Physical Mode Settings

The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

◆ HT Channel Bandwidth — The Mini Broadband Router provides a

channel bandwidth of 40 MHz by default giving an 802.11g connection speed of 108 Mbps (sometimes referred to as Turbo Mode) and a

802.11n connection speed of up to 150 Mbps. Setting the HT Channel Bandwidth to 20 MHz slows connection speed for 802.11g and 802.11n to 54 Mbps and 74 Mbps respectively and ensures backward compliance for slower 802.11b devices. (Default: 20MHz)

◆ Guard Interval — The guard interval between symbols helps receivers

overcome the effects of multipath delays. When you add a guard time, the back portion of useful signal time is copied and appended to the front. (Default: Auto)

◆ MCS — The Modulation and Coding Scheme (MCS) is a value that

determines the modulation, coding and number of spatial channels. (Options: value [range] = 0~7 (1 Tx Stream), 8~15 (2 TxStream), 32 and auto (33). Default: auto)

◆ Reverse Direction Grant (RDG) — When Reverse Direction Grant is

enabled, the Mini Broadband Router can reduce the transmitted data packet collision by using the reverse direction protocol. During TXOP (Transmission Opportunity) period, the receiver could use remaining transmission time to transmit data to a sender. The RDG improves transmission performance and scalability in a wireless environment.

◆ Extension Channel — When 20/40MHz channel bandwidth has been

set, the extension channel option will be enabled. The extension channel will allow you to get extra bandwidth. (Options: 2417MHz/ Channel 2, 2457MHz/Channel 10. Default: AutoSelect.)

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◆ Aggregate MSDU (A-MSDU) — This option enables Mac Service Data

Unit (MSDU) aggregation. (Default: Disable)

◆ Auto Block ACK — Select to block ACK (Acknowledge Number) or not

during data transferring.

◆ Decline BA Request — Select to reject peer BA-Request or not.

The Advanced Settings page includes additional parameters concerning the wireless network and Wi-Fi Multimedia settings.

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There are several variables to consider when selecting a radio mode that make it fully functional. Simply selecting the mode you want is not enough to ensure full compatibility for that mode. Information on these variables may be found in the HT Physcial Mode Setting section.

ADVANCED WIRELESS The Advanced Wireless section on the Wireless Settings Advanced page

includes additional radio parameters.

Figure 36: Advanced Wireless Settings

The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

◆ BG Protection Mode — Enables a backward compatible protection

mechanism for 802.11b clients. There are three modes: (Default: Auto)

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Auto — The unit enables its protection mechanism for 802.11b

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clients when they are detected in the network. When 802.11b clients are not detected, the protection mechanism is disabled.

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On — Forces the unit to always use protection for 802.11b clients, whether they are detected in the network or not. Note that enabling b/g Protection can slow throughput for 802.11g/n clients by as much as 50%.

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Off — Forces the unit to never use protection for 802.11b clients. This prevents 802.11b clients from connecting to the network.

◆ Beacon Interval — The rate at which beacon signals are transmitted

from the access point. The beacon signals allow wireless clients to maintain contact with the access point. They may also carry powermanagement information. (Range: 20-999 TUs; Default: 100 TUs)

◆ Data Beacon Rate (DTIM) — The rate at which stations in sleep

mode must wake up to receive broadcast/multicast transmissions.

Known also as the Delivery Traffic Indication Map (DTIM) interval, it indicates how often the MAC layer forwards broadcast/multicast traffic, which is necessary to wake up stations that are using Power Save mode. The default value of one beacon indicates that the access point will save all broadcast/multicast frames for the Basic Service Set (BSS) and forward them after every beacon. Using smaller DTIM intervals delivers broadcast/multicast frames in a more timely manner, causing stations in Power Save mode to wake up more often and drain power faster. Using higher DTIM values reduces the power used by stations in Power Save mode, but delays the transmission of broadcast/multicast frames. (Range: 1-255 beacons; Default: 1 beacon)

◆ Fragmentation Threshold – Configures the minimum packet size that

can be fragmented when passing through the access point. Fragmentation of the PDUs (Package Data Unit) can increase the reliability of transmissions because it increases the probability of a successful transmission due to smaller frame size. If there is significant interference present, or collisions due to high network utilization, try setting the fragment size to send smaller fragments. This will speed up the retransmission of smaller frames. However, it is more efficient to set the fragment size larger if very little or no interference is present because it requires overhead to send multiple frames. (Range: 2562346 bytes; Default: 2346 bytes)

◆ RTS Threshold — Sets the packet size threshold at which a Request to

If the RTS threshold is set to 0, the access point always sends RTS signals. If set to 2347, the access point never sends RTS signals. If set to any other value, and the packet size equals or exceeds the RTS

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threshold, the RTS/CTS (Request to Send / Clear to Send) mechanism will be enabled.

The access points contending for the medium may not be aware of each other. The RTS/CTS mechanism can solve this “Hidden Node Problem.” (Range: 1-2347 bytes: Default: 2347 bytes)

◆ Short Preamble — Sets the length of the signal preamble that is used

at the start of a data transmission. Use a short preamble (96 microseconds) to increase data throughput when it is supported by all connected 802.11g clients. Use a long preamble (192 microseconds) to ensure all 802.11b clients can connect to the network. (Default: Disabled)

◆ Short Slot — Sets the basic unit of time the access point uses for

calculating waiting times before data is transmitted. A short slot time (9 microseconds) can increase data throughput on the access point, but requires that all clients can support a short slot time (that is, 802.11gcompliant clients must support a short slot time). A long slot time (20 microseconds) is required if the access point has to support

802.11b clients. (Default: Enabled)

◆ TX Burst — A performance enhancement that transmits a number of

data packets at the same time when the feature is supported by compatible clients. (Default: Enabled)

◆ Packet Aggregate — A performance enhancement that combines data

packets together when the feature is supported by compatible clients. (Default: Enabled)

WI-FI MULTIMEDIA The Mini Broadband Router implements Quality of Service (QoS) using the

Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) standard. Using WMM, the access point is able to prioritize traffic and optimize performance when multiple applications compete for wireless network bandwidth at the same time. WMM employs techniques that are a subset of the developing IEEE 802.11e QoS standard and it enables access points to interoperate with both WMM-enabled clients and other devices that may lack any WMM functionality.

WMM defines four access categories (ACs): voice, video, best effort, and background. These categories correspond to traffic priority levels and are mapped to IEEE 802.1D priority tags (see Tabl e 3 ). The direct mapping of the four ACs to 802.1D priorities is specifically intended to facilitate interoperability with other wired network QoS policies. While the four ACs are specified for specific types of traffic, WMM allows the priority levels to be configured to match any network-wide QoS policy. WMM also specifies a protocol that access points can use to communicate the configured traffic priority levels to QoS-enabled wireless clients.

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Access Category

AC_VO (AC3) Voice Highest priority, minimum delay. Time-sensitive

AC_VI (AC2) Video High priority, minimum delay. Time-sensitive

AC_BE (AC0) Best Effort Normal priority, medium delay and throughput.

AC_BK (AC1) Background Lowest priority. Data with no delay or

WMM Designation

Description 802.1D

data such as VoIP (Voice over IP) calls.

data such as streaming video.

Data only affected by long delays. Data from applications or devices that lack QoS capabilities.

throughput requirements, such as bulk data transfers.

WLAN Security

The Mini Broadband Router’s wireless interface is configured by default as an “open system,” which broadcasts a beacon signal including the configured SSID. Wireless clients with a configured SSID of “ANY” can read the SSID from the beacon, and automatically set their SSID to allow immediate connection to the wireless network.

To implement wireless network security, you have to employ one or both of the following functions:

◆ Authentication — It must be verified that clients attempting to

connect to the network are authorized users.

◆ Traffic Encryption — Data passing between the unit and clients must

be protected from interception and eavesdropping.

The Mini Broadband Router supports supports ten different security mechanisms that provide various levels of authentication and encryption depending on the requirements of the network.

The Mini Broadband Router supports two SSID interfaces. Each SSID interface functions as a separate access point, and can be configured with its own security settings.

Click on “Wireless Settings,” followed by “Basic”.

Figure 40: Security Mode Options

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The supported security mechanisms and their configuration parameters are described in the following sections:

◆ OPEN, SHARED, WEP-AUTO — See “Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)”

on page 76

◆ WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK_WPA2-PSK — See “WPA Pre-

Shared Key” on page 77

◆ WPA, WPA2, WPA1_WPA2 — See “WPA Enterprise Mode” on

page 78

◆ 802.1X — See “IEEE 802.1X and RADIUS” on page 80

WIRED EQUIVALENT

PRIVACY (WEP)

WEP provides a basic level of security, preventing unauthorized access to the network, and encrypting data transmitted between wireless clients and an access point. WEP uses static shared keys (fixed-length hexadecimal or alphanumeric strings) that are manually distributed to all clients that want to use the network.

When you select to use WEP, be sure to define at least one static WEP key for user authentication or data encryption. Also, be sure that the WEP shared keys are the same for each client in the wireless network.

Figure 41: Security Mode - WEP

The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

Security Mode — Configures the WEP security mode used by clients. When using WEP, be sure to define at least one static WEP key for the Mini Broadband Router and all its clients. (Default: Disable)

◆ OPEN — Open-system authentication accepts any client attempting to

connect the Mini Broadband Router without verifying its identity. In this mode the default data encryption type is “WEP.”

◆ SHARED — The shared-key security uses a WEP key to authenticate

clients connecting to the network and for data encryption.

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◆ WEP-AUTO — Allows wireless clients to connect to the network using

Open-WEP (uses WEP for encryption only) or Shared-WEP (uses WEP for authentication and encryption).

◆ Encrypt Type — Selects WEP for data encryption (OPEN mode only).

◆ Default Key — Selects the WEP key number to use for authentication

or data encryption. If wireless clients have all four WEP keys configured to the same values, you can change the encryption key to any of the settings without having to update the client keys. (Default: 1; Range: 1~4)

◆ WEP Keys 1 ~ 4 — Sets WEP key values. The user must first select

ASCII or hexadecimal keys. Each WEP key has an index number. Enter key values that match the key type and length settings. Enter 5 alphanumeric characters or 10 hexadecimal digits for 64-bit keys, or enter 13 alphanumeric characters or 26 hexadecimal digits for 128-bit keys. (Default: Hex, no preset value)

WPA PRE-SHARED

KEY

Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) was introduced as an interim solution for the vulnerability of WEP pending the adoption of a more robust wireless security standard. WPA2 includes the complete wireless security standard, but also offers backward compatibility with WPA. Both WPA and WPA2 provide an “enterprise” and “personal” mode of operation.

For small home or office networks, WPA and WPA2 provide a simple “personal” operating mode that uses just a pre-shared key for network access. The WPA Pre-Shared Key (WPA-PSK) mode uses a common password phrase for user authentication that is manually entered on the access point and all wireless clients. Data encryption keys are automatically generated by the access point and distributed to all clients connected to the network.

Figure 42: Security Mode - WPA-PSK

The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

Security Mode — Configures the WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK security modes used by clients. When using WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK, be sure to define the shared key for the Mini Broadband Router and all its clients. (Default: Disable)

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◆ WPA-PSK — Clients using WPA with a Pre-shared Key are accepted for

authentication. The default data encryption type for WPA is TKIP.

◆ WPA2-PSK — Clients using WPA2 with a Pre-shared Key are accepted

for authentication. The default data encryption type for WPA is AES.

◆ WPA-PSK_WPA2-PSK — Clients using WPA or WPA2 with a Pre-

shared Key are accepted for authentication. The default data encryption type is TKIP/AES.

◆ WPA Algorithms — Selects the data encryption type to use. (Default

is determined by the Security Mode selected.)

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TKIP — Uses Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) keys for encryption. WPA specifies TKIP as the data encryption method to replace WEP. TKIP avoids the problems of WEP static keys by dynamically changing data encryption keys.

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AES — Uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) keys for encryption. WPA2 uses AES Counter-Mode encryption with Cipher Block Chaining Message Authentication Code (CBC-MAC) for message integrity. The AES Counter-Mode/CBCMAC Protocol (AESCCMP) provides extremely robust data confidentiality using a 128bit key. Use of AES-CCMP encryption is specified as a standard requirement for WPA2. Before implementing WPA2 in the network, be sure client devices are upgraded to WPA2-compliant hardware.

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TKIP/AES — Uses either TKIP or AES keys for encryption. WPA and WPA2 mixed modes allow both WPA and WPA2 clients to associate to a common SSID. In mixed mode, the unicast encryption type (TKIP or AES) is negotiated for each client.

◆ Pass Phrase — The WPA Preshared Key can be input as an ASCII

string (an easy-to-remember form of letters and numbers that can include spaces) or Hexadecimal format. (Range: 8~63 ASCII characters, or exactly 64 Hexadecimal digits)

◆ Key Renewal Interval — Sets the time period for automatically

changing data encryption keys and redistributing them to all connected clients. (Default: 3600 seconds)

For enterprise deployment, WPA and WPA2 use IEEE 802.1X for user authentication and require a RADIUS authentication server to be configured on the wired network. Data encryption keys are automatically generated and distributed to all clients connected to the network.

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Figure 43: Security Mode - WPA

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The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

Security Mode — Configures the WPA and WPA2 security modes used by clients. When using WPA or WPA2, be sure there is a RADIUS server in the connected wired network, and that the RADIUS settings are configured. See “IEEE 802.1X and RADIUS” on page 80 for more information. (Default: Disable)

◆ WPA — Clients using WPA with an 802.1X authentication method are

accepted for authentication. The default data encryption type for WPA is TKIP.

◆ WPA2 — Clients using WPA2 with an 802.1X authentication method

are accepted for authentication. The default data encryption type for WPA is AES.

◆ WPA1_WPA2 — Clients using WPA or WPA2 with an 802.1X

authentication method are accepted for authentication. The default data encryption type is TKIP/AES.

◆ WPA Algorithms — Selects the data encryption type to use. (Default

is determined by the Security Mode selected.)

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AES — Uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) keys for encryption. WPA2 uses AES Counter-Mode encryption with Cipher Block Chaining Message Authentication Code (CBC-MAC) for

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message integrity. The AES Counter-Mode/CBCMAC Protocol (AESCCMP) provides extremely robust data confidentiality using a 128bit key. Use of AES-CCMP encryption is specified as a standard requirement for WPA2. Before implementing WPA2 in the network, be sure client devices are upgraded to WPA2-compliant hardware.

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◆ Key Renewal Interval — Sets the time period for automatically

changing data encryption keys and redistributing them to all connected clients. (Default: 3600 seconds)

◆ PMK Cache Period — WPA2 provides fast roaming for authenticated

clients by retaining keys and other security information in a cache, so that if a client roams away from an access point and then returns reauthentication is not required. This parameter sets the time for deleting the cached WPA2 Pairwise Master Key (PMK) security information. (Default: 10 minutes)

IEEE 802.1X AND

RADIUS

◆ Pre-Authentication — When using WPA2, pre-authentication can be

enabled that allows clients to roam to another access point and be quickly associated without performing full 802.1X authentication. (Default: Disabled)

IEEE 802.1X is a standard framework for network access control that uses a central RADIUS server for user authentication. This control feature prevents unauthorized access to the network by requiring an 802.1X client application to submit user credentials for authentication. The 802.1X standard uses the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) to pass user credentials (either digital certificates, user names and passwords, or other) from the client to the RADIUS server. Client authentication is then verified on the RADIUS server before the client can access the network.

Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service (RADIUS) is an authentication protocol that uses software running on a central server to control access to RADIUS-aware devices on the network. An authentication server contains a database of user credentials for each user that requires access to the network.

The WPA and WPA2 enterprise security modes use 802.1X as the method of user authentication. IEEE 802.1X can also be enabled on its own as a security mode for user authentication. When 802.1X is used, a RADIUS server must be configured and be available on the connected wired network.

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This guide assumes that you have already configured RADIUS server(s) to support the access point. Configuration of RADIUS server software is beyond the scope of this guide, refer to the documentation provided with the RADIUS server software.

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Figure 44: Security Mode - 802.1X

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The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

WLAN Security

Security Mode — Configures the 802.1X security mode used by clients. When using 802.1X, either with WPA/WPA2 or on its own, be sure there is a configured RADIUS server in the connected wired network. (Default: Disable)

802.1X WEP: Selects WEP keys for data encryption. When enabled, WEP encryption keys are automatically generated by the RADIUS server and distributed to all connected clients. (Default: Disabled)

RADIUS Server — Configures RADIUS server settings.

◆ IP Address — Specifies the IP address of the RADIUS server.

◆ Port — The User Datagram Protocol (UDP) port number used by the

RADIUS server for authentication messages. (Range: 1024-65535; Default: 1812)

◆ Shared Secret — A shared text string used to encrypt messages

between the access point and the RADIUS server. Be sure that the same text string is specified on the RADIUS server. Do not use blank spaces in the string. (Maximum length: 20 characters)

◆ Session Timeout — Number of seconds the access point waits for a

reply from the RADIUS server before resending a request. (Range: 160 seconds; Default: 0)

◆ Idle Timeout — Sets the maximum time (in seconds) of client

inactivity before a session is terminated.

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ACCESS POLICY The Mini Broadband Router provides a MAC address filtering facility. The

access policy can be set to allow or reject specific station MAC addresses. This feature can be used to connect known wireless devices that may not be able to support the configured security mode.

Figure 45: Access Policy

The following items are displayed in this section on this page:

◆ Access Policy — The access policy can be set to allow or reject specific

station MAC addresses.

◆ Add a station MAC — Enter the MAC address of the station that you

want to filter. MAC addresses must be entered in the format xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx.

WIRELESS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM (WDS)

The radio interface can be configured to operate in a mode that allows it to forward traffic directly to other Mini Broadband Router units. This feature can be used to extend the range of the wireless network to reach remote clients, or to link disconnected network segments to an Internet connection.

To set up links between units, you must configure the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) forwarding table by specifying the wireless MAC address of all units to which you want to forward traffic.

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All units in a WDS wireless network must be configured with the same SSID and use the same radio channel. Also each WDS link must be configured with the same encryption key on both units in the link.

Up to four WDS links can be specified for each unit in the WDS network. The following figures illustrate an example WDS network. Figure 46 shows the manual set up of MAC addresses for units in the WDS network.

Figure 47 shows the basic configuration required on each unit in the WDS

network.

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Internet Service Provider

MAC: 00-22-2D-62-EA-11

WDS MAC List: 00-22-2D-62-EA-22 00-22-2D-62-EA-33 00-22-2D-62-EA-44

MAC: 00-22-2D-62-EA-22

WDS MAC List: 00-22-2D-62-EA-11

Cable/DSL

Modem

WDS Link

MAC: 00-22-2D-62-EA-33

WDS MAC List: 00-22-2D-62-EA-11

MAC: 00-22-2D-62-EA-44

WDS MAC List: 00-22-2D-62-EA-11

WDS Link

Internet Service Provider

Operation Mode: Router

DHCP Server: Enable LAN IP Address: 192.168.2.1

WDS Mode: Bridge

Operation Mode: Bridge WDS Mode: Repeater DHCP Server: Disable LAN IP Address: 192.168.2.2

Cable/DSL

Modem

WDS Link

Operation Mode: Bridge WDS Mode: Lazy DHCP Server: Disable LAN IP Address: 192.168.2.3

Operation Mode: WDS Mode: Lazy DHCP Server: Disable LAN IP Address: 192.168.2.4

Router

WDS Link

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Wireless Distribution System (WDS)

Figure 46: Manual WDS MAC Address Configuration

Figure 47: WDS Configuration Example

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A WDS link between two units can be configured in any of the following Operation Mode combinations:

1. Both units in a link are configured as Router Mode.

2. One unit in a link is configured in Router Mode and the other in Bridge

3. Both units in a link are configured as Bridge Mode.

When two or more units in the WDS network are set to Router Mode, be sure to check these settings:

◆ Be sure each unit is configured with a different LAN IP address.

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◆ Be sure that only one unit has an Internet access on its WAN port.

◆ Be sure the DHCP server is enabled only on one unit. When one unit is

providing Internet access, enable the DHCP server on that unit.

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When using WDS Lazy mode in the network, at least one unit must be set to Bridge or Repeater mode.

Figure 48: WDS Configuration

The WDS settings configure WDS related parameters. Up to four MAC addresses can be specified for each unit in the WDS network. WDS links may either be manually configured (Bridge and Repeater modes) or autodiscovered (Lazy mode).

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ WDS Mode — Selects the WDS mode of the SSID. (Options: Disable,

Lazy, Bridge, Repeater. Default: Disable)

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Disable: WDS is disabled.

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Lazy: Operates in an automatic mode that detects and learns WDS peer addresses from received WDS packets, without the need to

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configure a WDS MAC list entry. This feature allows the Mini Broadband Router to associate with other Mini Broadband Routers in the network and use their WDS MAC list. Lazy mode requires one other Mini Broadband Router within the wireless network that is configured in Bridge or Repeater mode, and has a configured MAC address list.

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Bridge: Operates as a standard bridge that forwards traffic between WDS links (links that connect to other units in Repeater or Lazy mode). The MAC addresses of WDS peers must be configured on the Mini Broadband Router.

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Repeater: Operates as a wireless repeater, extending the range for remote wireless clients and connecting them to an AP connected to the wired network. The MAC addresses of WDS peers must be configured on the Mini Broadband Router.

◆ Physical — The radio media coding used on all WDS links. CCK

corresponds to 11b, OFDM corresponds to 11g, and HTMIX corresponds to 11n.

◆ Encryption Type — The data encryption used on the WDS link. Be

sure that both ends of a WDS link are configured with the same encryption type and key. (Options: None, WEP, TKIP, AES. Default: None)

◆ Encryption Key — The encryption key for the WDS link. The key type

and length varies depending on the encryption type selected. For WEP, enter 5 alphanumeric characters or 10 hexadecimal digits for 64-bit keys, or 13 alphanumeric characters or 26 hexadecimal digits for 128bit keys. For TKIP or AES, enter a password key phrase of between 8 to 63 ASCII characters, which can include spaces, or specify exactly 64 hexadecimal digits.

◆ AP MAC Address — The MAC address of the other Mini Broadband

Router in the WDS link.

WI-FI PROTECTED SETUP (WPS)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is designed to ease installation and activation of security features in wireless networks. WPS has two basic modes of operation, Push-button Configuration (PBC) and Personal Identification Number (PIN). The WPS PIN setup is optional to the PBC setup and provides more security. The WPS button on the Mini Broadband Router can be pressed at any time to allow a single device to easily join the network.

The WPS Settings page includes configuration options for setting WPS device PIN codes and activating the virtual WPS button.

Click on “Wireless Settings,” followed by “WPS”.

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Figure 49: Enabling WPS

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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ WPS — Enables WPS, locks security settings, and refreshes WPS

configuration information. (Default: Disabled)

Figure 50: WPS Configuration

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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

The following items are displayed on this page:

WPS Summary — Provides detailed WPS statistical information.

◆ WPS Current Status — Displays if there is currently any WPS traffic

connecting to the Mini Broadband Router. (Options: Start WSC Process; Idle)

◆ WPS Configured — States if WPS for wireless clients has been

configured for this device.

◆ WPS SSID — The service set identifier for the unit.

◆ WPS Auth Mode — The method of authentication used.

◆ WPS Encryp Type — The encryption type used for the unit.

◆ WPS Default Key Index — Displays the WEP default key (1~4).

◆ WPS Key (ASCII) — Displays the WPS security key (ASCII) which can

be used to ensure the security of the wireless network.

◆ AP PIN — Displays the PIN Code for the Mini Broadband Router. The

default is exclusive for each unit. (Default: 64824901)

◆ Reset WPS to Default — Resets the WPS settings to factory default

values.

WPS Config — Configures WPS settings for the Mini Broadband Router.

◆ WPS Mode — Selects between methods of broadcasting the WPS

beacon to network clients wanting to join the network:

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PIN: The Mini Broadband Router, along with other WPS devices, such as notebook PCs, cameras, or phones, all come with their own eight-digit PIN code. When one device, the WPS enrollee, sends a PIN code to the Mini Broadband Router, it becomes the WPS registrar. After configuring PIN-Code information you must press “Apply” to send the beacon, after which you have up to two minutes to activate WPS on devices that need to join the network.

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PBC: This has the same effect as pressing the physical WPS button that is located on the front of the Mini Broadband Router. After checking this option and clicking “Apply” you have up to two minutes to activate WPS on devices that need to join the network.

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STATION LIST

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Station List

Displays the station information which associated to this Mini Broadband Router.

Figure 51: Station List

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8 AP CLIENT MODE WIRELESS

CONFIGURATION

This chapter describes configuration settings for the Mini Broadband Router to function as a wireless client for connecting to another wireless network. It includes the following sections:

◆ “Profile” on page 89

◆ “Link Status” on page 95

◆ “Site Survey” on page 97

◆ “Statistics” on page 98

PROFILE

The Station Profile page shows the list of configuration profiles for connecting to preferred Wi-Fi networks.

Figure 52: Station Profile

For a selected profile in the list, you can click Activate to connect to the specified network, Edit to modify the configuration details, or Delete to remove the profile from the list. Click Add to manually set up details for a new wireless network.

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Profile

PROFILE

CONFIGURATION

The profile settings page allows you to configure and save wireless settings for a specific wireless network connection.

Figure 53: Profile—System Configuration (Infrastructure)

Figure 54: Profile—System Configuration (Ad Hoc)

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Profile Name — A name that identifies the profile (0-32 ASCII

characters are allowed; no spaces can be used).

◆ SSID — The name of the wireless network to which the client will

connect.

◆ Network Type — The type of wireless network.

(Default: Infrastructure)

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Infrastructure: An integrated wireless and wired LAN. Select Infrastructure to associate to an AP.

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802.11 Ad hoc: A group of wireless devices connected as an

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Profile

independent wireless LAN. Select “Ad hoc” to associate to a peer computer.

◆ Power Saving Mode — Only available when “Infrastructure” is

selected as the network type.

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CAM (Constantly Awake Mode): Power saving mode is disabled.

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Power Saving Mode: Enables the power save operation.

◆ Channel — The radio channel used to communicate with wireless peers

in an ad hoc network. The channel has to be the same for all peer computers. (Only available when “Ad hoc” is selected as the network type.)

◆ 11B Preamble Type — Sets the length of the signal preamble that is

used at the start of a data transmission. Use a long preamble (192 microseconds) to ensure connection to all 802.11b devices. When set to Auto, a short (96 microseconds) or long preamble will be used depending on the capabilities of other ad hoc network devices. (Only available when “Ad hoc” is selected as the network type.) (Default: Auto)

◆ RTS Threshold — Sets the packet size threshold at which a Request to

Send (RTS) signal must be sent to a receiving station prior to the sending station starting communications. The access point sends RTS frames to a receiving station to negotiate the sending of a data frame. After receiving an RTS frame, the station sends a CTS (clear to send) frame to notify the sending station that it can start sending data. If the RTS threshold is set to 0, the access point always sends RTS signals. If set to 2347, the access point never sends RTS signals. If set to any other value, and the packet size equals or exceeds the RTS threshold, the RTS/CTS (Request to Send / Clear to Send) mechanism will be enabled. The access points contending for the medium may not be aware of each other. The RTS/CTS mechanism can solve this “Hidden Node Problem.” (Range: 0-2347 bytes)

◆ Fragment Threshold — Configures the minimum packet size that can

be fragmented when passing through the access point. Fragmentation of the PDUs (Package Data Unit) can increase the reliability of transmissions because it increases the probability of a successful transmission due to smaller frame size. If there is significant interference present, or collisions due to high network utilization, try setting the fragment size to send smaller fragments. This will speed up the retransmission of smaller frames. However, it is more efficient to set the fragment size larger if very little or no interference is present because it requires overhead to send multiple frames. (Range: 2562346 bytes; Default: 2346 bytes)

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SECURITY POLICY Configures authentication and encryption to match the security of the

wireless network. For an infrastructure network, four security modes are supported, including Open, Shared, WPA-Personal, and WPA2-Personal. For an ad hoc network, Open, Shared, and WPA-NONE (same as WPAPersonal) modes are supported.

Figure 55: Add Profile-Security Policy

The following items are available for the Security Mode:

Profile

◆ Open: Open-system authentication accepts any client attempting to

connect to the access point without verifying its identity.

◆ Shared: Uses Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) to verify client identity

by distributing a shared key to clients before attempting authentication.

◆ WPA-Personal: Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) employs a combination

of technologies to provide an enhanced security solution for wireless networks. The WPA Pre-shared Key (WPA-PSK, or WPA-Personal) mode for small networks uses a common password phrase that must be manually distributed to all clients that want to connect to a network.

◆ WPA2-Personal: A security enhancement to WPA that includes

stronger encryption based on the AES algorithm, which is considered the strongest security possible. The WPA2-Personal mode also requires a common password phrase that must be manually distributed to all clients that want to connect to a network.

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Profile

WEP SHARED-KEY

SECURITY

Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) provides a basic level of security, preventing unauthorized access to the network and encrypting data transmitted between wireless clients. WEP uses static shared keys (fixedlength hexadecimal or alphanumeric strings) that are manually distributed to all clients that want to use the network. When WEP shared-key security is enabled, you must configure at least one key.

Figure 56: WEP Security

The following items are displayed for WEP Shared-key security:

◆ WEP Key Length — Sets the length of the WEP key. (Default: 64 bit;

Options: 64 bit, 128 bit)

◆ WEP Key Entry Method — Specifies the method for entering the WEP

key values. (Default: Hexadecimal; Options: Hexadecimal, Ascii Text)

◆ Key 1 ~ Key 4 — Sets WEP key values. The user must first choose

between ASCII or Hexadecimal keys. At least one key must be specified. Each WEP key has an index number. Enter key values that match the key type and length settings. Standard keys are either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters; or 10 or 26 hexadecimal digits.

◆ Default Key — Sets the WEP key used for authentication. (Default: 1;

Range: 1~4)

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Profile

WPA/WPA2-

PERSONAL SECURITY

For small home or office networks, WPA and WPA2 provide a simple “personal” operating mode that uses a pre-shared key for network access. This mode uses a common password phrase for user authentication that is manually entered on an AP and all wireless clients.

Figure 57: WPA Security

The following items are displayed for WPA-personal security:

◆ WPA Algorithms — Configure the encryption algorithm for WPA/

WPA2-Personal security. The selection options are TKIP and AES.

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TKIP — Use Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) keys for encryption. WPA specifies TKIP as the data encryption method to replace WEP. TKIP avoids the problems of WEP static keys by dynamically changing data encryption keys.

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AES — Use Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) keys for encryption. AES (AES-CCMP) provides extremely robust data confidentiality using a 128-bit key and is specified as a standard requirement for WPA2. Before implementing WPA2 in the network, be sure client devices are upgraded to WPA2-compliant hardware.

◆ Pass Phrase — The WPA pre-shared Key can be entered as an ASCII

string (an easy-to-remember form of letters and numbers that can include spaces) or Hexadecimal format. (Range: 8~63 ASCII characters, or exactly 64 Hexadecimal digits)

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Link Status

The Link Status page displays the current status of the connection to the wireless network.

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Status — The service set identifier of the wireless network and the

MAC address of the connected AP.

◆ Extra Info — Indicates if the link is active.

◆ Channel — Specifies the current channel in use.

◆ Link Speed — The current transmitting and receiving rates.

◆ Throughput — The transmitting and receiving throughputs.

◆ Link Quality — The strength of the receive signal compared to other

interference and noise.

◆ Signal Strength 1~3 — The current receive signal strength indication.

◆ Noise Level — A value that indicates the amount of radio noise on the

current channel.

◆ dBm Format — Displays the signal strength and noise values in dBm.

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Link Status

◆ BW (Channel Bandwidth) — The Wireless-N Access Point/Repeater

provides a channel bandwidth of 40 MHz by default giving an 802.11g connection speed of 108 Mbps (sometimes referred to as Turbo Mode) and a 802.11n connection speed of up to 150 Mbps. Setting the HT Channel Bandwidth to 20 MHz slows connection speed for 802.11g and

802.11n to 54 Mbps and 74 Mbps respectively and ensures backward compliance for slower 802.11b devices.

◆ GI (Guard Interval) — The guard interval between symbols helps

receivers overcome the effects of multipath delays. When you add a guard time, the back portion of useful signal time is copied and appended to the front.

◆ STBC — Indicates if Space Time Block Coding (STBC) is being used.

STBC is a MIMO mechanism that allows a unit with only one antenna to leverage multiple antennas on other 802.11n devices to improve performance and range.

◆ MCS — The Modulation and Coding Scheme (MCS) is a value that

determines the modulation, coding and number of spatial channels. (Options: value [range] = 0~7 (1 Tx Stream), 8~15 (2 TxStream), 32 and auto (33))

◆ SNR (0/1) — The signal-to-noise ratio value for the MIMO spatial

channels 0 and 1.

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Site Survey

Site survey page displays information of detected wireless networks. You can select one of these networks to connect to, or add it as a profile.

Figure 58: Station Site Survey

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ SSID — The name of a detected wireless network.

◆ BSSID — The MAC address of the detected AP.

◆ RSSI — The receive signal strength of the detected AP.

◆ Channel — The radio channel used by the detected AP.

◆ Encryption — The data encryption type used by the detected AP.

◆ Authentication — The authentication method used by the detected

AP.

◆ Network Type — The type of wireless network detected;

infrastructure or ad hoc.

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STATISTICS

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Statistics

◆ Connect — Click to attempt a connection to the selected wireless

network.

◆ Rescan — Click to scan all radio channels for nearby wireless

networks.

◆ Add Profile — Click to add the selected network as a profile. This

action opens the Profile Configuration page (see “Profile Configuration”

on page 90).

The statistics page displays the connection-related statistics with detail counter information.

Figure 59: Station Statistics

The following items are displayed on this page:

◆ Frames Transmitted Successfully — The number of data frames

transmitted from the client and successfully received by the AP or network peer.

◆ Frames Transmitted Successfully Without Retry — The number of

data frames transmitted from the client and successfully received by the AP or network peer without the need of a retransmit.

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Statistics

◆ Frames Transmitted Successfully After Retry(s) — The number of

data frames transmitted from the client and successfully received by the AP or network peer after being retransmited.

◆ Frames Fail To Receive ACK After All Retries — The number of

data frames transmitted from the client that were not successfully received by the AP or network peer.

◆ RTS Frames Successfully Receive CTS — The number of Request to

Send frames transmitted from the client that resulted in a Clear to Send frame being successfully received.

◆ RTS Frames Fail to Receive CTS — The number of Request to Send

frames transmitted from the client that did not result in a Clear to Send frame being received.

◆ Frames Received Successfully — The number of data frames

successfully received by the client.

◆ Frames Received With CRC Error — The number of data frames

received by the client that had CRC errors.

◆ Frames Dropped Due To Out-of-Resource — The number of data

frames dropped by the client due to a lack of resources in the device.

◆ Duplicate Frames Received — The number of duplicate data frames

received by the client.

◆ Reset Counters — Click to set all the statistics counters back to zero.

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9 FIREWALL CONFIGURATION

The Mini Broadband Router provides extensive firewall protection by restricting connection parameters to limit the risk of intrusion and defending against a wide array of common hacker attacks.

Firewall Configuration contains the following sections:

◆ “MAC/IP/Port Filtering” on page 100

◆ “Virtual Server Settings (Port Forwarding)” on page 103

◆ “DMZ” on page 104

◆ “System Security” on page 105

◆ “Content Filtering” on page 106

MAC/IP/PORT FILTERING

MAC/IP/Port filtering restricts connection parameters to limit the risk of intrusion and defends against a wide array of common hacker attacks. MAC/IP/Port filtering allows the unit to permit, deny or proxy traffic through its MAC addresses, IP addresses and ports.

The Mini Broadband Router allows you define a sequential list of permit or deny filtering rules (up to 32). This device tests ingress packets against the filter rules one by one. A packet will be accepted as soon as it matches a permit rule, or dropped as soon as it matches a deny rule. If no rules match, the packet is either accepted or dropped depending on the default policy setting.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION

COMPLIANCES

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

CONTENTS

FIGURES

TABLES

GETTING STARTED

KEY HARDWARE FEATURES

DESCRIPTION OF CAPABILITIES

Package Contents

HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

Reset Button

INTERNET GATEWAY ROUTER

LAN Access Point

Wireless Bridge

Wireless Client

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Mounting the Device

Router Mode Connections

Bridge Mode Connections

ISP SETTINGS

CONNECTING TO THE LOGIN PAGE

Home Page and Main Menu

SETUP WIZARD

Common Web Page Buttons

WEB CONFIGURATION

Logging In

Operation Mode

WAN SETTING

DHCP Enables Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) for the WAN port.

PPTP Enables the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) for implementing

L2TP Enables the Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) for implementing virtual

LAN Setting

DHCP Clients

Advanced Routing

BASIC SETTINGS

Advanced Settings

WLAN Security

Wireless Distribution System (WDS)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

Station List

PROFILE

Link Status

Site Survey

Statistics

MAC/IP/PORT FILTERING