TP-Link TL-WR543G User Manual
TL-WR543G
54M Wireless AP Client Router
Rev: 1.0.1
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FCC 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 or more 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.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
National Restrictions
2400.0-2483.5 MHz
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria
General authorization required for outdoor use
Outdoor use limited to 10
France
mW e.i.r.p. within the
band 2454-2483.5 MHz
Italy
If used outside of own premises, general
Luxembourg None
Norway Implemented
Russian
Only for indoor applications
Federation
and public service
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4
GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to
allow current relaxed regulation. Full
implementation planned 2012
authorization is required
General authorization required for network and
service supply(not for spectrum)
This subsection does not apply for the
geographical area within a radius of 20 km from
the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Package contents
The following contents should be found in your box:
¾ One TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router
¾ One AC power Adapter for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router
¾ One Quick Installation Guide
¾ One Resource CD for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router, including:
• This Guide
• Other Helpful Information
Note:
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If any of the listed contents are damaged or missing, please contact the retailer from whom you
purchased the product for assistance.
COMMENT
Chapter 1 About this Guide ...................................................................................1
1.1 Purposes................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Conventions........................................................................................................... 1
1.3 Overview of this User Guide .................................................................................. 1
Chapter 2 Introduction ...........................................................................................2
2.1 Overview of the Router .......................................................................................... 2
2.2 Features................................................................................................................. 2
2.3 Panel Layout.......................................................................................................... 3
2.3.1 The Front Panel........................................................................................................3
2.3.2 LED Explanation.......................................................................................................3
2.3.3 The Rear Panel......................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 3 Connecting the Router..........................................................................6
3.1 System Requirements............................................................................................ 6
3.2 Installation Environment Requirements ................................................................. 6
3.3 Connecting the Router........................................................................................... 6
Chapter 4 Quick Installation Guide ....................................................................... 8
4.1 TCP/IP configuration.............................................................................................. 8
4.2 Quick Installation Guide......................................................................................... 9
Chapter 5 Configuring the Router.......................................................................13
5.1 Login .................................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Status ................................................................................................................... 13
5.3 Quick Setup ......................................................................................................... 14
5.4 Operation Mode ................................................................................................... 14
5.5 Network................................................................................................................ 15
5.5.1 LAN.........................................................................................................................15
5.5.2 WAN........................................................................................................................16
5.5.3 MAC Clone .............................................................................................................25
5.6 Wireless ............................................................................................................... 26
5.6.1 Wireless Settings ....................................................................................................26
5.6.2 Advanced Settings..................................................................................................32
5.6.3 Site Survey .............................................................................................................32
5.6.4 MAC Filtering .......................................................................................................... 33
5.6.5 Wireless Statistics................................................................................................... 35
5.7 DHCP................................................................................................................... 36
5.7.1 DHCP Settings........................................................................................................36
5.7.2 DHCP Clients List...................................................................................................37
5.7.3 Address Reservation ..............................................................................................37
5.8 Forwarding........................................................................................................... 39
5.8.1 Virtual Servers ........................................................................................................39
5.8.2 Port Triggering ........................................................................................................ 40
5.8.3 DMZ ........................................................................................................................ 42
5.8.4 UPnP.......................................................................................................................42
5.9 Security................................................................................................................ 43
5.9.1 Firewall....................................................................................................................43
5.9.2 IP Address Filtering................................................................................................. 44
5.9.3 Domain Filtering......................................................................................................46
5.9.4 MAC Filtering .......................................................................................................... 47
5.9.5 Remote Management ............................................................................................. 48
5.9.6 Advanced Security..................................................................................................49
5.10 Static Routing....................................................................................................... 51
5.11 DDNS................................................................................................................... 52
5.11.1 Dyndns.org DDNS ..................................................................................................52
5.11.2 Oray.net DDNS .......................................................................................................52
5.11.3 Comexe.cn DDNS ..................................................................................................53
5.12 Port QoS .............................................................................................................. 54
5.13 System Tools........................................................................................................ 56
5.13.1 Time........................................................................................................................56
5.13.2 Firmware.................................................................................................................57
5.13.3 Factory Defaults......................................................................................................58
5.13.4 Backup and Restore ............................................................................................... 59
5.13.5 Reboot ....................................................................................................................59
5.13.6 Password ................................................................................................................ 59
5.13.7 Log..........................................................................................................................60
5.13.8 Statistics..................................................................................................................60
Appendix A: FAQ.................................................................................................... 62
Appendix B: Configuring the PC ..........................................................................66
Appendix C: Specifications...................................................................................70
Appendix D: Glossary............................................................................................ 71
TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router User Guide
Chapter 1 About this Guide
Thank you for choosing the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router. This router provides
dedicated solution for Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks. With your network all
connected, your local wired or wireless network can share the Internet access, files and fun for
multiple PC(s) through one ISP account. And if the device works in the AP Client mode, you can
access the Internet wirelessly by your WISP’s support.
™
It adopts 2x to 3x eXtended Range
distance is 2-3 times of traditional IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b solutions, up to 855.36m
tested in China. The transmission range is extended to 4-9 times.
It is an easy Web-based setup for installation and management. Even though you may not be
familiar with the router, this guide will make configuring the router easy. Before installing the router,
please look through this guide to know all the router’s functions.
1.1 Purposes
This Guide tells you how to use the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router.
1.2 Conventions
WLAN transmission technology so that the transmission
The router mentioned in this guide stands for TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router.
1.3 Overview of this User Guide
Chapter 1: About this Guide
Chapter 2: Introduction
Chapter 3: Connecting the Router
Chapter 4: Quick Installation Guide
Chapter 5: Configuring the Router
Appendix A: FAQ
Appendix B: Configuring the PC
Appendix C: Specifications
Appendix D: Glossary
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Chapter 2 Introduction
2.1 Overview of the Router
The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-router and
Wireless AP. Its design is dedicated to Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) wireless network solutions.
The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router will allow you to connect your network wirelessly
better than ever, sharing the Internet Access, files and fun, easily and securely.
The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides 2 operation modes for multi-user to access
the Internet: AP client router and AP router. In AP client router mode, it can access the Internet
wirelessly by your WISP’s support. In AP router mode, it can access the Internet via ADSL/Cable
Modem.
In the most attentive wireless security, the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides
multiple protection measures. In AP router mode, it can be set to turn off wireless network name
(SSID) broadcast so that only stations that have the SSID can be connected. The router provides
wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security, and WPA/WPA2 and
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, as well as TKIP/AES encryption security. It also supports
VPN pass-through for sensitive data secure transmission.
The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router complies with the IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b
standards so that the data transmission rate is up to 54Mbps. It adopts 2x to 3x eX tended Rang e
WLAN transmis sion technology so that the transmission distance is 2-3 times of traditional IEEE
802.11g and IEEE 802.11b solutions, up to a distance of 855.36m tested in China. The transmission
range is extended to 4-9 times. It is compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.
The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router provides flexible access control in AP router mode
so that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It
has built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing. It also supports Virtual
Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering needs, and remote management and log so that network
administrators can manage and monitor the network in real time. These device supports Bridge mode
which can make two APs communicate with each other wirelessly. In addition, it supports Port QoS
function which can help you to use the network resource sensible.
The TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is easy-to-manage. Quick Setup is supported
and friendly help messages are provided for every step. So you can configure it quickly and share
the Internet access, files and fun.
™
2.2 Features
¾ Complies with IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u standards.
¾ 1 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 WAN port, 4 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN ports,
supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
¾ Supports AP Client Router and AP Router operation mode.
¾ Supports WIFI Internet Access (WISP).
¾ Supports Wireless Distribution System (WDS).
¾ Adopts 2x to 3x eXtended Range™.
¾ Wireless Data transfer rates up to 54Mbps.
¾ Supports Port-based QoS.
¾ Output transmit power adjustable.
¾ Supports enabling/disabling the function of eXtended Range™ manually.
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¾ Provides WPA/WPA2 and 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security.
¾ Supports PPPoE, Dynamic IP, Static IP, L2TP, PPTP and Big Pond Cable Internet Access.
(AP Router mode only)
¾ Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distributing.
¾ Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing, VPN Pass-through.
¾ Support Port QoS.
¾ Supports Parental Control, Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
¾ Built-in firewall supporting IP address filtering, Domain Name filtering, and MAC address
filtering.
¾ Provides WLAN ACL (Access Control List) (AP Router mode only).
¾ Supports configuration backup/restore and firmware upgrade.
¾ Supports Web management.
¾ Detachable Antenna (reverse SMA connector).
2.3 Panel Layout
2.3.1 The Front Panel
The front panel of the TL-WR543G consists of several LED indicators, which is designed to
indicate connections. View from left to right. Table 2-1 describes the LEDs on the front panel of the
router.
2.3.2 LED Explanation
Figure 2-1 Front Panel sketch
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Name Status description
PWR
SYS
WLAN
WAN,1-4
Off Power off
On Power on
On The router is initializing
Flashing The router is working properly
Off The router has a hardware error
Off There is no wireless device linked to the router
Flashing The Wireless function is enabled
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port
On
Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no
activity
2.3.3 The Rear Panel
The rear panel contains the following features. (View from left to right)
¾ AC power socket: Please use the power adapter which is supplied with the TL-WR543G 54M
Wireless AP Client Router only, the use of a different adapter may result in product damage.
¾ Four 10/100Mbps RJ45 LAN ports for connecting the router to the local PC(s)
¾ RJ45 WAN port for connecting the router to a cable/DSL Modem, or Ethernet
¾ Factory Default Reset button
There are two ways to reset the router's factory defaults:
1) Use the Factory Defaults function on System Tools -> Factory Defaults page in the
router's Web-based Utility.
2) Use the Factory Default Reset button: First, turn off the router's power. Second, press
and hold the default reset button then turn on the router's power, until the SYS LED lights
up (about 3 seconds). Last, release the reset button and wait for the router to reboot.
Note:
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Ensure the router is powered on before it restarts completely.
¾ Wireless antenna
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Figure 2-2 Rear Panel sketch
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Chapter 3 Connecting the Router
3.1 System Requirements
¾ Each PC in the LAN needs a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45
connectors
¾ TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC
¾ Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later, Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later
¾ If the device is configured to AP client router mode, you also need:
¾ Wireless Internet Access Service (WISP).
¾ If the device is configured to AP router mode, you also need:
¾ Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
¾ One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45 connector (you do not need it if you connect the
router to the Ethernet)
3.2 Installation Environment Requirements
¾ Do not place in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent
¾ Do not cluttered or crowded. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space on all
sides of the router
¾ Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)
¾ Operating temperature: 0 ~40 (32 ~104 )℃℃℉ ℉
¾ Operating Humidity: 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing
3.3 Connecting the Router
Before you install the router, you should connect your PC to the Internet through your broadband
service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After that, please install the
router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep your
hands dry.
1. Power off your PC, Cable/DSL Modem, and the router.
2. Locate an optimum location for the router. The best place is usually near the center of the
area in which your PC will connect wirelessly. The place must accord with the Installation
Environment Requirements.
3. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
4. Connect the PC(s) and each Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the router, shown in
Figure 3-1. (If you have the wireless NIC and want to use wireless function, you can skip this
step.)
5. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on the router, shown in Figure 3-1(If you
want your device works in AP Client router mode, you can skip this step).
6. Connect the AC power adapter to the AC power socket on the router, and the other end into
an electrical outlet. The router will start to work automatically.
7. Power on your PC and Cable/DSL Modem.
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Figure 3-1 Hardware Installation of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router
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Chapter 4 Quick Installation Guide
After connecting the TL-WR543G Router into your network, you should configure it. This chapter
describes how to configure the basic functions of your TL-WR543G Wireless AP Client Router.
These procedures only take you a few minutes. You can access the Internet via the router
immediately after successfully configuring.
4.1 TCP/IP configuration
The default IP address of the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router is 192.168.1.1. And the
default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be seen from the LAN. They can be
changed as you desire, as an example we use the default values for description in this guide.
Connect the local PC to the LAN ports of the router. There are then two ways to configure the IP
address for your PC.
¾ Configure the IP address manually
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this,
please refer to Appendix B: Configuring the PC
2) Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.1.xxx ("xxx" is from 2 to
254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is 192.168.1.1 (The router's default
IP address)
¾ Obtain an IP address automatically
1) Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in "Obtain an IP address automatically" mode on your PC.
If you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to Appendix B: Configuring the
PC
2) Power off the router and PC. Then turn on the router and restart the PC. The built-in
DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.
Now, you can run the Ping command in the command prompt to verify the network connection
between your PC and the router. The following example is in Windows 2000 OS.
Open a command prompt, and type ping 192.168.1.1, and then press Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 4-1, the connection between your PC and
the router has been established.
Figure 4-1 Success result of Ping command
If the result displayed is similar to that shown in Figure 4-2, it means that your PC has not
connected to the router.
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Figure 4-2 Failure result of Ping command
Please check the connection following these steps:
1. Is the connection between your PC and the router correct?
Note:
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The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN port which you link to on the router and LEDs on your PC's adapter
should be lit.
2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
Note:
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If the router's IP address is 192.168.1.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of
192.168.1.2 ~ 192.168.1.254, the gateway must be 192.168.1.1
4.2 Quick Installation Guide
With a Web-based (Internet Explorer or Netscape® Navigator) utility, it is easy to configure and
manage the TL-WR543G 54M Wireless AP Client Router. The Web-based utility can be used on
any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web browser.
Connect to the router by typing http://192.168.1.1 in the address field of Web browser.
Figure 4-3 Login the router
After a moment, a login window will appear similar to that shown in Figure 4-4. Enter admin for
the User Name and Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the
Enter key.
Figure 4-4 Login Windows
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Note:
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If the above screen does not pop-up, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Go
to Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, in the screen that appears, cancel
the Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
If the User Name and Password are correct, you can configure the router using the Web browser.
Please click the Quick Setup link on the left of the main menu and the Quick Setup screen will
appear.
Figure 4-5 Quick Setup
Click Next, and then Choose Operation mode page will appear, shown in Figure 4-6:
Figure 4-6 Choose Operation mode
The router supports two mode2 operation modes for multi-user to access the Internet: AP client
router and AP router. In AP client router mode, it can access the Internet wirelessly by your WISP’s
support. In AP router mode, it can access the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem.
Click Next, and then Choose WAN Connection Type page will appear, shown in Figure 4-7:
Figure 4-7 Choose WAN Connection Type
The router supports three popular ways to connect to the Internet. Please select one compatible
with your ISP. Click Next to enter the necessary network parameters.
If you choose "PPPoE", you will see this page shown in Figure 4-8:
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Figure 4-8 Quick Setup - PPPoE
¾ User Name and Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
These fields are case sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, please contact your
ISP.
If you choose "Dynamic IP", the router will automatically receive the IP parameters from your ISP
without needing to enter any parameters.
If you Choose "Static IP", the Static IP settings page will appear, shown in Figure 4-9:
Figure 4-9 Quick Setup - Static IP
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The IP parameters should have been provided by your ISP.
¾ IP Address - This is the WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet (including
your ISP). Enter the IP address into the field.
¾ Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address, it is usually 255.255.255.0
¾ Default Gateway - Enter the gateway IP address into the box if required.
¾ Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the boxes if required.
¾ Secondary DNS - If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this field.
After you complete the above, click Next, the Wireless settings page will appear below.
Figure 4-10 Quick Setup - Wireless settings
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In this page, you can configure the following wireless parameters:
¾ Wireless Radio - Indicates whether the Access Point feature of the router is enabled or
disabled. If disabled, the WLAN LED on the front panel will not be lit and the wireless
stations will not be able to access the router. If enabled, the WLAN LED will be lit up and
wireless stations will be able to access the router.
¾ SSID - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same SSID must be assigned to all
wireless devices on your network. The default SSID is TP-LINK. This value is case-sensitive.
For example, TP-LINK is NOT the same as tp-link.
¾ Region - Select your region from the pull-down list. This field specifies the region where the
wireless function of the router can be used. It may be illegal to use the wireless function of the
router in a region other than one of those specified in this field.
¾ Channel - The current channel in use. This field determines which operating frequency will
be used.
¾ Mode - Indicates the current mode 54Mbps (802.11g), 11Mbps (802.11b). If you select
54Mbps (802.11g), it is compatible with 11Mbps (802.11b).
These settings are only for basic wireless parameters, for advanced settings, please refer to
Section 5.5: "Wireless."
Note:
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The change of wireless settings won't take effect until the router reboots! You can reboot it
manually. If you need instructions as to how to do this, please refer to Section 5.11.5: "Rebooting
the Router"
Click the Next button. You will then see the Finish page:
Figure 4-11 Quick Setup - Finish
After finishing all configurations of basic network parameters, please click Finish button to exit
this Quick Setup.
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Chapter 5 Configuring the Router
This chapter describes each Web page's key functions.
5.1 Login
After your successful login, you can configure and manage the router. There are eleven main
menus on the left of the Web-based utility. Submenus will be available after you click one of the
main menus. The eleven main menus are: Status, Quick Setup, Operation Mode, Network,
Wireless, DHCP, Forwarding, Security, Static Routing, DDNS and System Tools. On the right
of the Web-based utility, there are the detailed explanations and instructions for the corresponding
page. To apply any settings you have altered on the page, please click the Save button.
The detailed explanations for each Web page key’s function are listed below.
5.2 Status
The Status page displays the router's current status and configuration. All information is read-only.
1. LAN
This field displays the current settings or information for the LAN, including the MAC address,
IP address and Subnet Mask.
2. Wireless
This field displays basic information or status for wireless function, including Wireless Radio,
SSID, Channel, Mode, Wireless MAC address, and IP address.
3. WAN
These parameters apply to the WAN port of the router, including MAC address, IP address,
Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS server and WAN connection type. If PPPoE is
chosen as the WAN connection type, the Disconnect button will be shown here while you
are accessing the Internet. You can also cut the connection by clicking the button. If you have
not connected to the Internet, just click Connect to establish the connection.
Traffic Statistics
This field displays the router's traffic statistics.
4. System Up Time
The total up time of the router from when it was switched on or reset.
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Figure 5-1 Router Status
5.3 Quick Setup
Please refer to Section 4.2: "Quick Installation Guide."
5.4 Operation Mode
The router supports two operation modes, AP Client Router and AP Router. Please select one
your want. Click Save to save your choice. (The default mode is AP Client Router). Figure 5-2:
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Figure 5-2 Operation Mode
¾ AP Client Router: In this mode, the device enables multi-user to share the Internet from
WISP. All LAN ports share the same IP from WISP through Wireless port. While connecting to
WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port in AP Client mode. The Ethernet WAN port is
automatically disabled. The WAN Connection Type can be setup in WAN page by using
Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, and PPTP.
¾ AP Router: In this mode, the device enables multi-user to share the Internet via ADSL/Cable
Modem. All LAN ports and the wireless port share the same IP to ISP through Ethernet WAN
port. The Wireless port acts same as a LAN port while in AP mode. The WAN Connection
Type can be setup in WAN page by using Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, 802.1X + Dynamic IP,
802.1X + Static IP, Big Pond Cable, L2TP, PPTP.
5.5 Network
Figure 5-3 the Network menu
There are three submenus under the Network menu (shown in Figure 5-3): LAN, WAN and MAC
Clone. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function. The
detailed explanations for each submenu are provided below.
5.5.1 LAN
You can configure the IP parameters of LAN on this page.
Figure 5-4 LAN
¾ MAC Address - The physical address of the router, as seen from the LAN. The value can't
be changed.
¾ IP Address - Enter the IP address of your router in dotted-decimal notation (factory default:
192.168.1.1).
¾ Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of the network. Normally use
255.255.255.0 as the subnet mask.
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Note:
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a. If you change the IP Address of LAN, you must use the new IP Address to login the router.
b. If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of the
DHCP server will not take effect, until they are re-configured.
c. If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the Virtual Server and DMZ
Host will change accordingly at the same time.
5.5.2 WAN
You can configure the WAN port parameters on this page.
First, please choose the WAN Connection Type (Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE/802.1X + Dynamic
IP/802.1X + Static IP/Big Pond Cable/L2TP/PPTP) for the Internet. If the device works in the AP
Client mode, it only provides five kinds of connection type, “Dynamic IP”, “Static IP”, “PPPoE”,
“L2TP”, and “PPTP”. The default type is Dynami c I P . If you aren’t given any login parameters (fixed
IP Address, logging ID, etc), please select Dynsamic IP. If you are given a fixed IP (static IP),
please select Static IP. If you are given a user name and a password, please select the type of
your ISP provided (PPPoE/BigPond/L2TP/PPTP)
use currently, please contact your ISP to obtain the correct information.
. If you are not sure which connection type you
1. If you choose Dynamic IP, the router will automatically get IP parameters from your ISP.
You can see the page as follows (
Figure 5-5):
Figure 5-5 WAN – Dynamic IP
This page displays the WAN IP parameters assigned dynamically by your ISP, including IP
address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, etc. Clicks the Renew button to renew the IP
parameters from your ISP. Click the Release button to release the IP parameters.
MTU Size - The normal MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value for most Ethernet networks
is 1500 Bytes. For some ISPs you need to reduce the MTU. But this is rarely required, and
should not be done unless you are sure it is necessary for your ISP connection.
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