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Wireless 802.11ag AP Router
User’s Manual
Version 1.4
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of 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 &
your body.
If this device is going to be operated in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range, then it is restricted in indoor
environment only.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
The WX-7615A ( FCC ID: RYK-7615A ) is limited in CH1~CH11 for 2.4 GHz by specified firmware
controlled in U.S.A.
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Copyright Statement
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any
means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior writing of the
publisher.
March. 2005
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Contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................... 4
2. Safety Notification .................................................................................................... 5
3. Hardware Installation................................................................................................ 6
4. How to Configuring the Dual Band Router............................................................. 9
4.1 Setup – Basic Setup ............................................................................................. 10
4.2 Setup – DDNS........................................................................................................ 13
4.3 Setup – MAC Address Clone................................................................................ 14
4.4 Setup – Advanced Routing .................................................................................. 15
4.5 Wireless – Basic Wireless Settings..................................................................... 16
4.6 Wireless – Wireless Security ............................................................................... 17
4.7 Wireless – Wireless MAC Filter............................................................................ 18
4.8 Wireless – Advanced Wireless Settings ............................................................. 19
4.9 Security.................................................................................................................. 22
4.10 Access Restrictions – Internet Access Policy.................................................. 23
4.11 Application & Gaming – Port Range Forwarding............................................. 25
4.12 Application & Gaming – Port Range Triggering............................................... 27
4.13 Application & Gaming – DMZ............................................................................. 28
4.14 Application & Gaming –QoS.............................................................................. 29
4.15 Administration – Management........................................................................... 31
4.16 Administration – Log.......................................................................................... 33
4.17 Administration – Diagnostics ............................................................................ 34
4.18 Administration – Factory Defaults..................................................................... 35
4.19 Administration – Firmware Upgrade................................................................. 36
4.20 Status – Router.................................................................................................... 37
4.21 Status – Local Network....................................................................................... 38
4.22 Status – Wireless Network ................................................................................. 39
5. Troubleshooting – Q & A........................................................................................ 40
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your Wireless 802.11ag AP Router.
This user guide will assist you with the installation procedure.
The package you have received should contain the following items:
Wireless 802.11ag AP Router
Quick Installation Guide
User Manual CD-ROM
Detachable Antenna
Universal AC/DC Power Adapter
RJ-45 Network Cable
Note: if anything is missing, please contact your vendor
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2. Safety Notification
Your Wireless AP Router should be placed in a safe and secure location. To ensure proper operation, please keep the unit
away from water and other damaging elements. Please read the user manual thoroughly before you install the device.
The device should only be repaired by authorized and qualified personnel.
Please do not try to open or repair the device yourself.
Do not place the device in a damp or humid location, i.e. a bathroom.
The device should be placed in a sheltered and non-slip location within a temperature range of +5 to +40 Celsius
degree.
Please do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat sources. The housing and electronic components may
be damaged by direct sunlight or heat sources.
3. Hardware Installation
Front Panel
The front panel provides LED’s for device status. Refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature.
Power
The Power LED lights up and will keep while the Router is powered on. When the Router goes through
its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, this LED will flash. When the diagnostic is complete, the
LED will be lit continuously.
DMZ
The DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is being used. This LED will remain lit as long as DMZ
is enabled.
11a
The 11a LED flashes when there is a successful Wireless-A connection.
11g
The 11g LED flashes when there is a successful Wireless-G connection.
Ethernet
LED 1, 2, 3, 4. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s rear
panel. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected to a device through that port.
A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port.
Internet
The Internet LED lights up when there is a connection built through the Internet port.
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Rear Panel
The rear panel features 4 LAN ports, 1 WAN port and Reset button. Refer to the following table for the meaning of each
feature.
Internet LAN Power
RESET
RESET Button
The RESET button can restore device to factory default settings by press this button for approx. 10
seconds during device power on status.
Internet
The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection.
LAN
1,2,3,4
These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your networked PCs and other Ethernet network devices.
Power
The POWER port is where you will connect the power adapter.
AP Router Default Settings
User
Password admin
IP Address 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
RF ESSID A band: wlan-a G band: wlan-g
Channel A band: Auto G band: 6
Mode G band: Mixed
Encryption Disabled
DHCP Server Enabled
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Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem
1. Power off your network devices.
2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your wireless
network, with line of sight to all of your wireless devices.
3. Adjust the antennas. Normally, the higher location of your Router will get better the performance.
4. Using a standard Ethernet network cable, connect the Router’s Internet port to your broadband modem.
5. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s LAN ports using standard Ethernet network cabling.
6. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Power port. Then connect the other end to an electrical outlet. Only
use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may cause product damage.
7. The Hardware installation is complete, please refer to the following content for Router configuration.
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4. How to Configuring the Dual Band Router
TURN ON POWER SUPPLY
Quick power cycle would caused system corruption. When power on, be careful not to shut down in about 5 seconds,
because data is writing to the flash.
START UP & LOGIN
In order to configure the Wireless 11ag Router, you must use web browser and manually input http://192.168.1.1 into the
Address box and press Enter. The Main Page will appear.
In order to configure the Wireless 11ag Router, you must input the password into the Password box and leave blank on
the User Name box. The default password is “admin”.
Once you have logged-in as administrator, it is a good idea to change the administrator password to ensure a secure
protection to the Wireless 11ag Router. The Security Settings section described later in this manual describes how to
change the password.
Once you have input the correct password and logged-in, the screen will change to the Setup page screen.
4.1 Setup – Basic Setup
MAKE CORRECT NETWORK SETTINGS OF YOUR COMPUTER
To change the configuration, use Internet Explorer (IE) or Netscape Communicator to connect the WEB management
192.168.1.1.
This following screen contains all of the Router's basic setup functions.
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Most users will be able to configure the AP Router and get it working properly using the settings on this screen. Some
Internet Service Providers (ISPs) will require that you enter broadband specific information into this device, such as User
Name, Password, IP Address, Default Gateway Address, or DNS IP Address for Internet access. This information can be
obtained from your ISP, if required.
Internet Setup
Internet Connection Type:
♦ Automatic Configuration – DHCP
This’ s default connection type. If your ISP supports DHCP assigning dynamic IP address then plea se select
this type.
♦ Static IP
If you are required to use a fixed IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Static IP.
Internet IP Address: This’ s the Router’s WAN IP address. Usually it will provide by your ISP, and need to
input here.
Subnet Mask: This’ s the Router’s Subnet Mask, Usually it will provide by your ISP, and need to input here.
Default Gateway: This’ s the Router’s Gateway Address, Usually it will provide by your ISP, and need to input
here.
DNS (1-3): Your ISP will provide you at least one DNS Server IP Address and need to input here.
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♦ PPPoE
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is one of Internet connections type. If you are connected to the
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Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE type. If yes, you will have to enable
PPPoE.
User Name and Password: Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: The Max Idle Time means the Router will disconnect the Internet connection if there is
no any traffic through this Router during a specified period time. If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to over this idle time, the Connect on Demand option will trigger the Router to automatically reestablish your connection as soon as you try to access the Internet again.
Keep Alive: The Redial Period means the Router will periodically check your Internet connection by Redial
Period time. If the connection is disconnected, then the Router will redial automatically for your connection.
♦ PPTP
Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP), is one of VPN tunnel that can use to encrypt data and prevent the
unauthorized viewing of confidential data that is transmitted across publish networks.
Internet IP Address and Subnet Mask: This’ s the Routers IP Address and Subnet Mask. If your Internet
connection requires a static IP address, then your ISP will provide you a Static IP Address and Subnet Mask
for input here.
Default Gateway: Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway IP Address.
User Name and Password: This’ s PPTP login User Name and Password. Your ISP will provide you such
information for input here.
Keep Alive: The Redial Period means the Router will periodically check your Internet connection by Redial
Period time. If the connection is disconnected, then the Router will redial automatically for your connection.
These types can be selected from the Internet Connection Type drop-down menu. The information required and available
features with minor different that depend on what kinds of connection type you are selected.
Optional Settings
These settings may be required by your ISP. If your ISP would provide such information, please note to specify them into
your device.
Host Name and Domain Name: These fields allow you to input a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs
require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your broadband Internet service
has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will work.
MTU: MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission.
Select Manual if you want to manually enter the largest packet size that will be transmitted. The recommended size,
entered in the Size field, is 1500. You should leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. To have the Router select the
best MTU for your Internet connection, please select the default setting--Auto.
Network Setup
The Network Setup section changes the Router’s local network settings.
Router IP
IP Address and Subnet Mask. This’ s Router’s LAN IP Address and Subnet Mask. The default IP Address is
192.168.1.1 and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
DHCP Server Settings
The settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The Router
can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on
your network. If you choose to enable the Router’s DHCP server option, you must make sure there is no other DHCP
server on your network. If you disable the Router's DHCP server function, you must configure the IP Address, Subnet Mask,
and DNS for each network computer (note that each IP Address must be unique).
DHCP Server: DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network or you do not
want a DHCP server, then select Disable from the options.
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Assign Static DHCP: The function can enable DHCP server to assign a same IP address for appointed PC. If you want
a PC to be assigned the same IP address every time when it reboots, then click the Assign Static IP button.
How to set a PC as Static DHCP client
On the Static DHCP Client List screen, enter the static local IP address in the Assign this IP field, and enter the MAC
address of the PC in the To this MAC field. Then click the Enabled checkbox. When you have finished your entries,
click the Save Settings button to save your changes.
Click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your changes. To exit this screen, click the Close button.
How to set a DHCP client as Static DHCP client
Click the DHCP Client Table button can see a list of DHCP client. On the DHCP Client Table, you will see a list of
DHCP clients with the following information: Client Names, Interfaces, IP Addresses, and MAC Addresses. From the To
Sort by drop-down menu, you can sort the table by Client Name, Interface, IP Address, or MAC Address. If you want to
add any of the DHCP clients to the Static DHCP Client List, then click the Save to Static DHCP Client List checkbox
and then click the Save Settings button. Click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your changes. To view the most
up-to-date information, click the Refresh button. To exit this screen, click the Close button.
Start IP Address: Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the Router’s
default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Starting IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than
192.168.1.254. The default Starting IP Address is 192.168.1.100.
Maximum Number of Users: Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses
to. The absolute maximum is 253 - possible if 192.168.1.1 is your starting IP address. The default is 50.
IP Address Range: The range of DHCP addresses. This range is according to the setting of Maximum Number of Users.
Client Lease Time: The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a network user will be allowed connection to the Router
with their current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased” this dynamic IP
address. Once the leased time is up, the user will get a new dynamic IP address automatically. The default is 0 minutes,
which means one day.
Static DNS 1-3: The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into Internet
addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to utilize another,
enter that IP Address in one of these fields. You can enter up to 3 DNS Server IP Addresses here. The Router will use
these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.
WINS: The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) manages each PC’s interaction with the Internet. If you use a
WINS server, enter that server’s IP Address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.
Time Settings
Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull-down menu. Click the ch eckbox if you want the
Router to automatically adjust for daylight savings time.
Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel to cancel your
changes. For additional information, click Help.
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