SMC Networks WBR14-3GN, SMCWBR14-3GN User Manual

BarricadeTM N
Draft 11n Wireless 3G Broadband Router

802.11b/g/n Wireless AP/Router

SMCWBR14-3GN

20 Mason
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: [phone]

802.11b/g/n Wireless AP/Router
User Guide

February 2009

Pub. # 149100043400A

E022009-AP-R01

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.

Copyright © 2009 by

SMC Networks, Inc.

20 Mason

Irvine, CA 92618

All rights reserved.

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SMC is a registered trademark; and EZ Switch, TigerStack and TigerSwitch are
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Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be
free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the
applicable warranty term. All SMC products carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from
the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller. SMC may, at its own discretion,
repair or replace any product not operating as warranted with a similar or functionally
equivalent product, during the applicable warranty term. SMC will endeavor to repair or
replace any product returned under warranty within 30 days of receipt of the product.

The standard limited warranty can be upgraded to a Limited Lifetime* warranty by
registering new products within 30 days of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller.
Registration can be accomplished via the enclosed product registration card or online via
the SMC Web site. Failure to register will not affect the standard limited warranty. The
Limited Lifetime warranty covers a product during the Life of that Product, which is
defined as the period of time during which the product is an “Active” SMC product. A
product is considered to be “Active” while it is listed on the current SMC price list. As new
technologies emerge, older technologies become obsolete and SMC will, at its discretion,
replace an older product in its product line with one that incorporates these newer
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All products that are replaced become the property of SMC. Replacement products may
be either new or reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product carries either a 30-day
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responsible for any custom software or firmware, configuration information, or memory
data of Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to
SMC pursuant to any warranty. Products returned to SMC should have any
customer-installed accessory or add-on components, such as expansion modules,
removed prior to returning the product for replacement. SMC is not responsible for these
items if they are returned with the product.

Customers must contact SMC for a Return Material Authorization number prior to
returning any product to SMC. Proof of purchase may be required. Any product returned
to SMC without a valid Return Material Authorization (RMA) number clearly marked on
the outside of the package will be returned to customer at customer’s expense. For
warranty claims within North America, please call our toll-free customer support number
at [phone]. Customers are responsible for all shipping charges from their facility to
SMC. SMC is responsible for return shipping charges from SMC to customer.

WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN SMC PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS
WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR
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NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION
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IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR,
OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY
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* SMC will provide warranty service for one year following discontinuance from the active
SMC price list. Under the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies,
fans, and cables are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase.

SMC Networks, Inc.

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Irvine, CA 92618

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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. 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.

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
20cm between the radiator and your body. End users must follow the specific operating
instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.

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

The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended
destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

Following three 3G cards have passed co-located EMC / RF exposure test with this
device and can be used with this device. Other 3G cards may or may not comply with
FCC rules, please consult the manufacturer before purchase.

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EC Conformance Declaration

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: 2001
Safety of Information Technology Equipment

• EN 50392: 2004
Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of electronic and electrical apparatus
with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz ­300 GHz)

• EN 300 328 V1.6.1 (2004-11)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband
transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM
band and using wide band modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential
requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive

• EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (2002-08) and EN 301 489-1 V1.5.1 (2004-11)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific
conditions for 2,4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance
RLAN equipment

This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in
all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive
use applies.

In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in
order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for
supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.

This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some
areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454

- 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum

authority in France.

Modulation
Technology

Interface Brand Name Model Name FCC ID

GSM HSDPA USB

Modem (3G Card)

HUAWEI E220 QISE220

GSM/UMTS 3G Card Sony Ericsson MD300 PY7F3232021

GSM 3G Card Band Luxe C100S UZI-C100

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

Czech

Estonian

Eesti

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

English Hereby, SMC, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance

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

Finnish

Suomi

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

Dutch
Nederlands

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

French
Français

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

Swedish
Svenska

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

Danish
Dansk

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

German

Deutsch

Hiermit erklärt SMC, 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)

Greek

ελληνικά

ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ smc ΔΗΛΩ ΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ radio LAN device ΣΥΜΜΟΡ ΦΩ ΝΕΤΑ Ι
ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣ Ι Ω Δ ΕΙ Σ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙ Σ ΛΟΙΠ ΕΣ Σ Χ ΕΤΙ ΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓ Ι Α Σ 1999/5/ΕΚ

Hungarian

Magyar

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

Italian

Italiano

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

Latvian

Latviski

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Lithuanian

Maltese

Malti

Spanish

Español

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

Polish

Polski

Portuguese

Português

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

Slovak
Slovensky

Slovenian

Slovensko

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About This Guide

Purpose

This guide details the hardware features of the wireless AP/Router, including its physical
and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the device and use its
configuration software.

Audience

This guide is for PC users with a 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:

Note: Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features or

instructions.

Caution: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or damage the

system or equipment.

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

Related Publications

The following publication gives basic information on how to install and use the wireless
AP/Router.

Quick Installation Guide

Also, as part of the wireless AP/Router’s software, there is online help that describes all
configuration related features.

Revision History

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

February 2009 Revision

This is the first revision of this guide. This guide is valid for software release v1.0.0.6.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1

Package Checklist 1-1
Hardware Description 1-2

LED Indicators 1-4
Ethernet RJ-45 Ports 1-5
3G Modem USB Port 1-5
3G Button 1-5
Power Socket 1-5
Reset Button 1-6
WPS Button 1-6

Chapter 2: Installation 2-1

Router Mode 2-1
AP Mode 2-2

Chapter 3: Network Planning 3-1

Internet Gateway Router 3-1
LAN Access Point 3-2
Wireless Client 3-3
Wireless Bridge 3-4

Chapter 4: Initial Configuration 4-1

Using the Setup Wizard 4-2

Common Settings 4-4
Static IP 4-5
DHCP 4-6
PPPoE 4-7
3G 4-8
PPTP 4-11
L2TP 4-12
Bigpond 4-13
WiFi 4-14

Chapter 5: System Configuration 5-1

Network Settings 5-4

Contents

Management IP 5-4

WAN Setting 5-5

WAN Connection 5-5
Backup WAN 5-5
Common Settings 5-6
DHCP 5-7
Static IP 5-8
PPPoE 5-9
3G 5-11
PPTP 5-14
L2TP 5-15
Bigpond 5-17
Wi-Fi 5-18

LAN Setting 5-19

QoS Setting 5-20

Wireless Settings 5-22

Basic Settings 5-23
Advanced Settings 5-25
WLAN Security 5-27
MAC Access Control Lists 5-37
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 5-39

Routing 5-41

Static Route 5-41
Dynamic Route 5-42
Multicast Routing 5-43

Firewall 5-44

NAT 5-44
Packet Filtering 5-48
URL Filter 5-50
Security Setting 5-51

Service Settings 5-52

DHCP 5-52
UPnP Setting 5-54
DDNS Settings 5-55
System Log Settings 5-56
Date and Time Settings 5-57
Ping Test 5-59

Management Settings 5-60

Admin Accounts and Remote Administration 5-60
Config Settings 5-62
Firmware Upgrade 5-63

Status Information 5-63

System Information 5-63
Routing Table 5-66
Packet Statistics 5-67

System Logs 5-68
3G Access History 5-69

Appendix A: Troubleshooting A-1

Appendix B: Specifications B-1

Appendix C: License Information C-1

The GNU General Public License C-1

Glossary

Index

Contents

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Chapter 1: Introduction

The SMCWBR14-3GN wireless AP/Router is an IEEE 802.11n wireless gateway
router that connects your Internet access device (cable or ADSL modem) to your PC
or local area network, or to its own secure wireless network.

The wireless AP/Router can be automatically configured with other Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS) devices by simply pressing its WPS button. For more detailed
configuration, the unit can also be set up through its easy-to-use web interface.

The wireless AP/Router supports a wireless 3G Modem for primary and secondary
(backup) WAN connectivity through its 3G Modem USB Port.

Package Checklist

The wireless AP/Router package includes:

• 802.11b/g/n wireless AP/Router (

SMCWBR14-3GN

)

• RJ-45 Category 5 network cable

• AC power adapter

• Quick Installation Guide

•User Guide 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.

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Hardware Description

Figure 1-1. Rear Panel

Ethernet WAN

RJ-45 Port

Ethernet LAN

RJ-45 Ports

Security Slot

3G Modem

USB Port

Reset Button

Power
Socket

Hardware Description

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Figure 1-2. Front Panel

Figure 1-3. Bottom Panel

Antennas

WLAN Button

WPS Button

3G Button

AP/Router Mode Switch

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LED Indicators

The

wireless AP/Router

includes nine status LED indicators, as described in the

following figure and table.

Figure 1-4. LED Indicators

LED Status Description

POWER On Green Indicates that the system is working normally.

WAN On/Flashing Green Indicates a valid link on the WAN Ethernet port. Flashing indicates

network activity.

Off The Ethernet port has no valid link.

LAN (4 LEDs) On/Flashing Green Indicates a valid link on the LAN Ethernet port. Flashing indicates

network activity.

Off The Ethernet port has no valid link.

WLAN On/Flashing Green Indicates the 802.11n radio is enabled. Flashing indicates wireless

network activity.

Off Indicates the 802.11n radio is disabled.

WPS On (for 10 seconds) Indicates the WPS authentication of a device has been successfully

completed.

Fast Flashing Green Indicates the WPS authentication of a client device is in progress.

Slow Flashing Green
(for 10 seconds)*

Indicates the WPS authentication of a device did not complete after 120
seconds.

Off Indicates that WPS is not in progress.

Power

WPS Link/Activity

802.11n Link/Activity

WAN Link/Activity

LAN Link/Activity

3G USB Link

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*Slow flashing is an on-off cycle of once every 2 seconds. The flashing lasts for 10

seconds then stops.

**Fast flashing: on-off cycle of once of every 0.5 seconds

***Untra Fast flashing: on-off cycle of once of every 0.2 seconds

Ethernet RJ-45 Ports

The

wireless AP/Router

has the following RJ-45 ports:

• The four RJ-45 LAN ports are for connections to PCs or to a 10/100 Mbps.

• The RJ-45 WAN port is for connection to a DSL or cable modem, or to a LAN or
other device that provides your Internet access.

All RJ-45 ports auto-negotiate the operating speed to 10/100 Mbps, the mode to
half/full duplex, and the pin signals to MDI/MDI-X. Automatic MDI/MDI-X support
enables you to use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs,
switches, or hubs.

3G Modem USB Port

The 3G Modem USB Port supports connection to a wireless cellular 3G or 3.5G
modem for broadband internet access.

3G Button

The 3G button provides an easy way to connect to a 3 G or 3.5G Internet service.
For information on the 3G start mode, See “3G” on page 5-11.

Power Socket

The

wireless AP/Router

does not have a power switch. It is powered on when
connected to the AC power adapter, and the power adapter is connected to a power
source. The power adapter automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-240
volts at 50 or 60 Hz. No voltage range settings are required.

3G USB Link

On Indicates a connection through the attached 3G/3.5G USB modem.

Fast Flashing
Green*

Indicates that the PIN code has failed.

Ultra Fast Flashing
Green**

Indicates that 3G usage is already over the ISP supplied limit.

Ultra Fast Flashing
Green and OFF
cycle every 5
seconds**

Indicates that 3G usage is already over the user defined pre-warning
limit.

Slow Flashing Green Indicates that the 3G/3.5G USB modem is in the process of connecting.

Off Indicates that there is no connection or no attached 3G/3.5G device.

LED Status Description

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Reset Button

The Reset button can be used to restart the wireless AP/Router or restore the
factory default configuration. If you press the button for less than 5 seconds, the
wireless AP/Router

will restart. If you press and hold down the button for 5 seconds
or more, any configuration changes you may have made are removed and the
wireless AP/Router

is restored to its factory default configuration.

WPS Button

Use the WPS button on the wireless AP/Router to automatically connect devices to
the network. Within two minutes, press the physical or virtual button on a single
wireless client device to enable it to join the WLAN.

The WPS configuration process may be initiated on any device. Only one client
device can connect with the wireless AP/Router after the WPS button is pressed.
There is no restriction to the order in which buttons are pressed.

Note: Any WPS-compatible devices could unintentionally join the WLAN if they are

within range during the two-minute set up period after the WPS button is pressed.
Note that only one device at a time can join the network when using the WPS
button.

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Chapter 2: Installation

The wireless AP/Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the
switch on the bottom panel of the device:

• Router Mode — Normal 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 Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wireless clients.

In addition to these basic operating modes, each wireless interface supports a
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) link to another wireless AP/Router. These
advanced configurations are not described in this section. See “Network Planning”
on page 3-1 for more information.

In a basic configuration, how the wireless AP/Router is connected depends on the
operating mode. The following sections describe connections for basic Router Mode
and AP Mode operation.

Router Mode

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

Figure 2-1. Router Mode Connection

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To connect the wireless AP/Router in Router Mode for use as an Internet gateway,
follow these steps:

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the wireless AP/Router’s WAN port to your
Internet connected cable or ADSL modem.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the wireless AP/Router’s LAN port to your PC.
Alternatively, you can connect to a workgroup switch to support multiple users.
The wireless AP/Router can support up to 253 wired and wireless users.

3. Power on the wireless AP/Router by connecting the AC power adapter and
plugging it into a power source.

Caution: Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the wireless AP/Router. Otherwise,

the product may be damaged.

When you power on the wireless AP/Router, verify that the Power LED turns on
and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under “LED
Indicators” on page 1-4.

4. Set up wireless devices by pressing the WPS button on the wireless AP/Router
or by using the web interface. See “Initial Configuration” on page 4-1 for more
information on accessing the web interface.

AP Mode

In AP Mode, the wireless AP/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 wireless AP/Router and access the wired network resources, including local
servers and the Internet.

In AP Mode, the wireless AP/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.

Note: AP Mode is not the factory default mode and must be manually set using the AP/

Router mode switch in the bottom of the unit. If the unit is already powered on,
switching the mode causes it to reboot.

AP Mode

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Figure 2-2. AP Mode Connection

To connect the wireless AP/Router for use as an access point, follow these steps:

1. Using Ethernet cables, connect the wireless AP/Router’s LAN and WAN ports
to PCs or a LAN switch.

2. Power on the wireless AP/Router by connecting the AC power adapter and
plugging it into a power source.

Caution: Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the wireless AP/Router. Otherwise,

the product may be damaged.

When you power on the wireless AP/Router, verify that the Power LED turns on
and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under “LED
Indicators” on page 1-4.

3. Set up wireless devices by pressing the WPS button on the wireless AP/Router
or by using the web interface. See “Initial Configuration” on page 4-1 for more
information on accessing the web interface.

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Chapter 3: Network Planning

The wireless AP/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 two wired LANs.

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

Internet Gateway Router

The wireless AP/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 wireless AP/Router either through a wired connection to a LAN
port, or though the device’s own wireless network. The wireless AP/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 3-1. Operating as an Internet Gateway Router

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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) and static IP for connection to an
Internet service provider (ISP) through a cable or DSL modem.

The 3G Modem link can provide a backup Internet connection with automatic
failover and fallback to the primary WAN connection.

LAN Access Point

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

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. The wireless AP/Router supports two separate
wireless interfaces, that is two SSIDs or Virtual Access Points (VAPs). The two VAP
interfaces can be configured separately to support different security settings or other
wireless functions.

Figure 3-2. Operating as an Access Point

Wireless Client

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Wireless Client

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

Figure 3-3. Operating with a Wireless Client WAN Connection

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Wireless Bridge

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

A single WDS bridge link can be specified for the WLAN1 interface. One end of a
link must be configured as the “WDS Parent” and the other as the “WDS Child.”

Note: The network domain of WDS child has to be the same as WDS parent.

Figure 3-4. Operating as a Wireless Bridge