TRENDNET TEW652BRU Users Manual

TRENDnet User’s Guide

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Contents

Product Overview ........................................................................... 1

Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 1

Features ......................................................................................................................... 1

Product Hardware Features ........................................................................................... 2

Application Diagram ...................................................................................................... 4

Basic Router Setup .......................................................................... 5

Creating a Home Network ............................................................................................. 5

Router Installation ......................................................................................................... 6

Connect additional wired devices to your network ..................................................... 11

Wireless Networking and Security ................................................. 12

How to choose the type of security for your wireless network................................... 12

Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 13

Connect wireless devices to your router ..................................................................... 15

Connect wireless devices using WPS ........................................................................... 15

Basic wireless settings ................................................................................................. 17

Steps to improve wireless connectivity ....................................................................... 19

Advanced wireless settings .......................................................................................... 20

Access Control Filters .................................................................... 21

Access control basics ................................................................................................... 21

MAC address filters ................................................................................................. 21

Domain/URL Filters ................................................................................................. 22

Protocol/IP filters .................................................................................................... 23

Firewall rules ........................................................................................................... 24

Advanced Router Setup ................................................................. 26

Access your router management page ........................................................................ 26

Change your router login password ............................................................................ 26

Set your router date and time ..................................................................................... 27

Manually configure your Internet connection............................................................. 27

Clone a MAC address ................................................................................................... 28

Change your router IP address .................................................................................... 29

Set up the DHCP server on your router ....................................................................... 29

Set up DHCP reservation ............................................................................................. 30

Enable/disable UPnP on your router ........................................................................... 31

Allow/deny VPN connections through your router ..................................................... 31

Allow/deny multicast streaming .................................................................................. 32

Identify your network on the Internet ........................................................................ 32

Allow remote access to your router management page ............................................. 33

Open a device on your network to the Internet .......................................................... 33

DMZ ......................................................................................................................... 33

Virtual Server .......................................................................................................... 34

Special Applications ................................................................................................ 35

Change your router IP address .................................................................................... 37

Add static routes to your router .................................................................................. 37

Enable dynamic routing on your router ...................................................................... 39

Router Maintenance & Monitoring ............................................... 40

Reset your router to factory defaults .......................................................................... 40

Router Default Settings ............................................................................................... 40

Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 41

Upgrade your router firmware .................................................................................... 42

Restart your router ...................................................................................................... 43

Check connectivity using the router management page ............................................. 43

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Check the router system information .......................................................................... 44

View your router log .................................................................................................... 45

Configure your router log ............................................................................................ 46

View your router packet statistics ............................................................................... 47

View wireless devices connected to your router ......................................................... 47

Capture packets using the router management page ................................................. 48

Enable SNMP on your router ....................................................................................... 48

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USB Storage and Printer Sharing .................................................... 49

USB Port Software Utility Requirements ..................................................................... 49

Software Installation .................................................................................................... 49

Windows OS ............................................................................................................ 49

MAC OS X ................................................................................................................ 51

Using the Utility ........................................................................................................... 52

Connect to a Printer ................................................................................................ 57

Connect to a Scanner .............................................................................................. 58

Connect to a Storage Device ................................................................................... 58

Router Management Page Structure.............................................. 59

Technical Specifications ................................................................. 60

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 61

Appendix ...................................................................................... 62

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Product Overview

Package Contents

In addition to your router, the package includes:

• Muti-Language Quick Installation Guide

• CD-ROM (Utility & User’s Guide)

• Network cable (1.5m / 5ft)

• Power adapter (5V DC, 2A)

If any package contents are missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online retailer, or reseller/distributor that the item was purchased.

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Features

The 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router with USB Port (model TEW-652BRU) delivers high performance wireless n speed, coverage, and security.

Share data across your network by connecting USB flash drives, hard drives, or printers directly to the USB share port on the front of the router. Network wired devices to the four Fast Ethernet ports on the back of the router.

GREENnet technology reduces power consumption by up to 50%. Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology reduces wireless dead spots. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) connects other WPS supported wireless adapters at the touch of a button. The latest in wireless encryption and a secure firewall protect your digital network. WMM® Quality of Service (QoS) technology prioritizes gaming, Internet calls, and video streams. LEDs on the front of the router convey device status.

• Wi-Fi compliant with IEEE 802.11n and IEEE 802.11b/g standards

• 4 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX LAN port and 1 x 10/100Mbps WAN port (Internet)

• 1 x USB 2.0 port for file & printer sharing*

• Supports Cable/DSL modems with Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, & L2TP

connection types

• High-speed data rates up to 300Mbps using an IEEE 802.11n connection

• 2 fixed external antennas support high speed performance and great coverage

*Requires included software utility. **Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE

802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials and other conditions.

with MIMO technology

• Network Address Translation (NAT) firewall

• Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button for simple network connectivity

• Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) and Application Level Gateway support for

Internet applications such as email, FTP, gaming, remote desktop, Net Meeting, telnet and more

• Provides additional security with Internet Access Control (MAC Address,

Domain, and IP Filtering)

• Easy remote management via Web browser

• Wireless security support for WEP, WPA & WPA2

• Indoor coverage up to 100 meters (330ft.)* *

• Outdoor coverage up to 300 meters (980ft.)**

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Product Hardware Features

Rear Panel View

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• Reset Button – Use an item such as a paperclip to push and hold this button for

15 seconds and release to reset your router to its factory defaults.

• LAN Ports – Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables) from your

router LAN ports and to your wired network devices.

• WAN Port - Connect an Ethernet cable (also called network cable) from your

router WAN port and to your xDSL/Cable modem.

• Power Port – Connect the included power adapter from your router power

port and to an available power outlet.

Note: Use only the adapter that came with your router.

• On/Off Power Switch – Push your router On/Off push button power switch to

turn your router “On” (Inner position) or “Off” (Outer position).

• Antennas – The antennas broadcasts wireless signals to allow your wireless

clients and wireless network devices to connect to your router.

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Front Panel View

• Power - This LED indicator is solid green when your router is powered on.

Otherwise if this LED indicator is off, there is no power to your router.

• Status - This LED indicator is blinking green when your router is ready and

working successfully. If this LED indicator is solid green on or off, your router is not receiving power or not working properly.

• WAN (Link/Activity) – This LED indicator is solid green when your router WAN

port is physically connected to the xDSL/Cable modem Ethernet port (also called network port) successfully with an Ethernet cable (also called network cable). The LED indicator will be blinking green while data is transmitted or received through the WAN port of your router.

• WLAN (Link/Activity) – This LED indicator is blinking green when the wireless is

“On” and functioning properly on your router. This LED indicator will be blinking green rapidly while data is transmitted or received by your wireless clients or wireless network devices connected to your router.

• LAN 1-4 (Link/Activity) – These LED indicators are solid green when the LAN

ports are physically connected to your wired network devices successfully with an Ethernet cable (also called network cable). These LED indicators will be blinking green while data is transmitted or received through your router LAN ports.

• USB Port 2.0 Port – The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB printers and

storage devices to your network and share access to these devices to computers on your network through the use of the included USB software utility.

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Side Panel View

Application Diagram

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The router is installed in the room where the xDSL/Cable modem (typically supplied by your ISP “Internet Service Provider”) is located in order to physically connect an Ethernet cable (also called network cable) from the router WAN port to the modem

• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) – Push and hold this button for 3 seconds to

activate WPS. The button LED is blinking blue when WPS is activated.

network port which connects to the Internet. Wireless signals from the router are broadcasted to allow wireless clients such as laptops with wireless capability to discover and connect to the router providing wireless access to the local network and the Internet. In addition, a USB printer is connected to the USB 2.0 port located on the front of the router, allowing any wired or wireless computer connected to the this network centralized access to the printer through the use of the included software utility.

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Basic Router Setup

Creating a Home Network

What is a network?

A network is a group of computers or devices that can communicate with each other. A home network of more than one computer or device also typically includes Internet access, which requires a router.

A typical home network may include multiple computers, a media player/server, a printer, a modem, and a router. A large home network may also have a switch, additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs, game consoles, and web cameras.

• Modem – Connects a computer or router to the Internet or ISP (Internet

Service Provider).

• Router – Connects your wireless and wired network devices to each other and

to the modem.

• Switch – Allows you to connect several wired network devices to your home

network. Your router has a built-in network switch (the LAN port 1-4). If you have more wired network devices than available Ethernet ports on your router, you will need an additional switch to add more wired connections.

How to set up a home network

1. For a network that includes Internet access, you’ll need:

• Computers/devices with an Ethernet port (also called network port) or wireless

networking capabilities

• A modem and Internet service to your home, provided by your ISP (modem

typically supplied by your ISP)

• A router to connect your computers and devices and also connects to the

modem.

2. Make sure that your modem is working. Your ISP can help you set up your modem and verify that it’s working correctly.

3. Set up your router. See “How to setup your router” below.

4. To connect additional wired computers or wired network devices to your network, see “Connect additional wired devices to your network” on page 11.

5. To set up wireless networking on your router, see “Wireless Networking and Security” on page 12.

How to setup your router

The easiest way and fastest way to follow the included Quick Installation Guide or continue to the next section “Router Installation” on page 6, and complete the remaining sections of “Router Installation”.

Where to find more help

In addition to this User’s Guide, you can find help below:

• http://www.trendnet.com/support

(documentation, downloads, FAQs, how to contact technical support)

• Internet service to your home, provided by an ISP (Internet Service Provider)

• Autorun CD (Quick Installation Guide)

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Router Installation

Before you Install

It is recommended, that you verify your Internet connection type with your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and ensure you have all the information for one of the following connection types below before proceeding with the router installation.

1. Obtain IP Address Automatically (DHCP)

Host Name (Optional) Clone Mac Address (Optional)

2. Fixed IP address

WAN IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129) WAN Subnet Mask: _____. _____._____._____ WAN Gateway IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ DNS Server Address 1: _____. _____._____._____ DNS Server Address 2: _____. _____._____._____

3. PPPoE to obtain IP automatically

User Name: _________ Password: ________________ Verify Password: ________________

4. PPPoE with a fixed IP address

User Name: _________ Password: ________________ Verify Password: ________________ IP Address: ____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)

5. PPTP or Russian PPTP

Type (Dynamic IP or Static IP ) My IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129) Subnet Mask:_____. _____._____._____ Gateway:_____. _____._____._____ Server IP: _____. _____._____._____ PPTP Account: ________________ PPTP Password: ________________ Retype Password: ________________

6. L2TP or Russia L2TP

Type (Dynamic IP or Static IP) My IP Address: _____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129) Subnet Mask:_____. _____._____._____ Gateway:_____. _____._____._____ Server IP: _____. _____._____._____ L2TP Account: ________________ L2TP Password: ________________ Retype Password: ________________

7. Russia PPPoE

Type (Dynamic IP or Static IP) User Name: _________ Password: ________________ Verify Password: ________________

IP Address: ____. _____._____._____ (e.g. 215.24.24.129)

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Hardware Installation

1. Verify that you have an Internet connection when connecting your computer directly to the xDSL/Cable modem.

2. Turn off your xDSL/Cable modem.

3. Disconnect the Ethernet cable (also called network cable) from your xDSL/Cable modem and your computer.

4. Connect one end of a network cable to your router WAN port. Connect the other end of the network cable to your xDSL/Cable modem network port.

5. Connect one end of a network cable to one of your router LAN ports (1-4). Connect the other end of the network cable to the computer Ethernet port (also called network port).

6. Connect the included power adapter to your router Power Port and then to an available power outlet. Push the On/Off Power Switch on your router to the “On” (inner) position.

7. Turn on your xDSL/Cable modem.

8. Verify that the following front panel LED indicators on your router (Power is solid green, Status is blinking green, WAN and WLAN (Wireless) are solid green, and the LAN port for which your computer is connected is sold green.

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Setup Wizard

1. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, or Opera) and go to http://192.168.10.1. Your router will prompt you for a user name and password.

2. Next to Language, click the drop-down list to select your preferred language. Enter the default user name and password and then click Login.

Default User Name: admin Default Password: admin

3. The Setup Wizard will automatically appear. Click Next.

Note: If the Setup Wizard does not automatically appear, click Wizard.

4. Enter a new login password for your router and enter it again next to “Verify Password” to confirm. This will change the password required to log into your router. Click Next.

Note: Once you change the login password, it will be required every time you log into your router.

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5. Select the Time Zone for your router and click Next.

6. Click Next at the Set LAN connection and DHCP Server window.

Note: If you are an advanced user, you can make LAN IP address interface and DHCP IP address range changes here.

7. Configure the settings based on information provided by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Follow the Wizard instructions to complete your configuration.

Note: Each Internet connection type may have different options.

8. Wireless LAN: Select Enable for Wireless LAN.

Note: Selecting Disable will disable the wireless functionality of the router and will not allow wireless clients to connect.

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9. SSID: Enter a unique SSID (Wireless Network Name). Choose something that you would easily identify when searching for available wireless networks (using laptops, smart phones, etc.) Click Next.

Note:

1. To protect your network from unauthorized access, it is recommended to enable wireless encryption. See “Secure your wireless network” on page 13) for information on configuring wireless security.

2. Once wireless security is enabled on your router, each wireless device connecting to your router must be configured with the same wireless security type and key.

10. Click Restart and wait for your router to reboot.

11. Wait for your router to reboot.

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Connect additional wired devices to your network

You can connect an additional computer or device to your network by connecting one end of an Ethernet cable (also called network cable) from your computer or device Ethernet port (also called network port) to one of the available LAN ports labeled 1,2,3,4 on your router. Check the status of the LED indicators (1, 2, 3, or 4) on the front panel of your router to ensure the physical cable connection from your computer or device.

Note: If you encounter issues connecting to your network, there may be a problem with your computer or device network settings. Please ensure that your computer or device network settings (also called TCP/IP settings) are configured to obtain IP address settings automatically (also called dynamic IP address or DHCP) and to Obtain DNS Server address settings automatically.

Security

Open System or

TKIP

AES

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Wireless Networking and Security

How to choose the type of security for your wireless network

There are a few different wireless security types supported in wireless networking

each having its own characteristics which may be more suitable for your wireless

network taking into consideration compatibility, performance, as well as the security

strength along with using older wireless networking hardware (also called legacy

hardware).

It is strongly recommended to enable wireless security to prevent unwanted users

from accessing your network and network resources (personal documents, media, etc.).

In general, it is recommended that you choose the security type with the highest

strength and performance supported by the wireless computers and devices in your

network. Please review the security types to determine which one you should use for

your network.

Below is brief comparison chart of the wireless security types and the recommended

configuration depending on which type you choose for your wireless network.

Comparison WEP WPA WPA2

Wireless Standard IEEE 802.11a/b/g IEEE 802.11a/b/g IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n Performance Up to 54Mbps Up to 54Mbps Up to 450Mbps* Strength Low Medium High

Additional Options

Recommended Configuration

*Dependent on the maximum 802.11n data rate supported by the device (150Mbps, 300Mbps, or 450Mbps)

Shared Key, HEX or ASCII, Different key sizes

Open System ASCII 13 characters

TKIP or AES, Preshared Key or RADIUS

Preshared Key 8-63 characters

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TKIP or AES, Preshared Key or RADIUS

Preshared Key 8-63 characters

Note: Check the specifications of your wireless network adapters and wireless appliances

to verify the highest level of encryption supported.

• WEP: Legacy encryption method supported by most 802.11b/g

hardware. Older hardware may only support up to WEP encryption.

• WPA: Legacy encryption method supported in most 802.11g hardware.

• WPA2: Currently the most secure method of wireless security and required for

802.11n performance.

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Secure your wireless network

Wireless > Security

If selecting WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), please review the WEP settings to configure and click Apply to save the changes.

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After you have determined which security type to use for your wireless network (see “How to choose the security type for your wireless network” on page 12), you can set up wireless security.

1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page” on page 26).

2. Click on Wireless, and click on Security.

3. Click on the Authentication Type drop-down list to select your wireless security type.

• WEP– Choose Open System or Shared Key.

Note: It is recommended to use Open System because it is known to be more secure than Shared Key.

• Mode – Choose HEX or ASCII.

Note: It is recommended to use ASCII because of the much larger character set that can be used to create the key.

• WEP Key – Choose the key length 64-bit or 128-bit.

Note: It is recommended to use 128-bit because it is more secure to use a key that consists of more characters.

WEP Key Format HEX ASCII

Character set 0-9 & A-F, a-f only alphanumeric (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)

64-bit key length 10 characters 5 characters

128-bit key length 26 characters 13 characters

• Key 1-4 – Choose a key index 1,2,3, or 4 and enter the key.

Note: The Key Index # must also match when configuring wireless devices to connect to your wireless network.

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If selecting WPA or WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) PSK (Preshared Key), please review the WPA or WPA2 PSK settings to configure and click Apply to save the changes.

Note: It is recommended to choose the specific security type WPA or WPA2, instead of choosing WPA-AUTO.

For advanced users, if selecting WPA or WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol, also called RADIUS, Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service), please review the WPA or WPA2 EAP settings to configure and click Apply to save the changes.

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• PSK/EAP– Choose PSK (Preshared Key) or EAP (Extensive Authentication

Protocol, also called RADIUS) Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service).

Note: It is recommended to use PSK because it is easier to setup and simply requires you to create a passphrase compared to EAP which requires you to connect an external RADIUS server and requires more configuration.

• Cipher Type – Choose TKIP, AES, or Auto.

Note: For best the wireless performance and compatibility with wireless devices:

o When selecting WPA security, it is recommended to use TKIP. o When selecting WPA2 security, it is recommended to use AES. o It is recommended to configure the specific cipher type instead of

choosing Auto.

• Passphrase – Enter the passphrase.

• Confirmed Passphrase – Re-enter the passphrase.

Note: 8-63 alphanumeric characters (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)

• RADIUS Server 1/2 - Configure the RADIUS server settings.

Note: RADIUS Server 2 is optional and can be configured as a backup if there are any issues with RADIUS Server 1.

o IP – Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g. 192.168.10.250) o Port – Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for

RADIUS authentication.

Note: It is recommended to use port 1812.

o Shared Secret – Enter the shared secret used to authorize your router

with your RADIUS server.

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Connect wireless devices to your router

There is a variety of wireless network devices that can connect to your wireless network

such as:

• Gaming Consoles

• Internet enabled TVs

• Network media players

• Smart Phones

• Wireless Laptop computers

Each device may have its own software utility for searching and connecting to available wireless networks, therefore, you must refer to the User’s Manual/Guide of your wireless capable laptop/computer or wireless adapter to determine how to search and connect to available wireless networks.

See the “Appendix” on page 52 for general information on connecting to a wireless network.

Connect wireless devices using WPS

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a feature that makes it easy to connect devices to your wireless network. If your wireless devices support WPS, you can use this feature to easily add wireless devices to your network.

Note: You will not be able to use WPS if you set the SSID Broadcast setting to Disabled.

There are two methods the WPS feature can easily connect your wireless devices to your network.

• PBC (Push Button Configuration) Method

o Hardware Push Button - located physically on your router o WPS Software/Virtual Push Button - located in router management

page

• PIN (Personal Identification Number) Method - located in router management

page

Note: Refer to your wireless device documentation for details on the operation of WPS.

PBC (Hardware Push Button)

To add a wireless device to your network, simply push the WPS button on the wireless device you are connecting, then push and hold the WPS button located on your router for 3 seconds and release it. A blue LED on your router WPS button will flash indicating that the WPS setup process has been activated on your router. (See “Product Hardware Features” on page 2)

For connecting additional WPS supported devices, repeat this process for each additional device.

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PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button)

Wireless > WiFi Protected Setup

In addition to the hardware push button located physically on your router, the router management page also has push button which is a software or virtual push button you can click to activate WPS on your router.

1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page” on page 26).

2. Click on Wireless, and click on WPS.

3. To add a wireless device to your network, simply the push the WPS button on the wireless device you are connecting, then, in your router management page next to Push Button Configuration, click Start PBC.

4. You will receive a message counting down indicating the WPS process is activated on your router.

5. You will receive a success message indicate that the wireless device successfully connected using WPS.

PIN (Personal Identification Number)

Wireless > WiFi Protected Setup

If your wireless device has WPS PIN (typically an 8-digit code printed on the wireless device product label or located in the wireless device wireless software utility), you can use this method.

1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page” on page 26).

2. Click on Wireless, and click on WPS.

3. Next to Client PIN Number, enter the WPS PIN of the wireless device you are connecting and click Start PIN.

Note: You may need to initiate the WPS PIN on your wireless device first when using this method. Refer to your wireless device documentation for details on the operation of WPS.

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Basic wireless settings

Wireless > Basic

You can change the basic wireless network settings on your router such as the SSID (also called wireless network name), 802.11 mode, channel, and channel width.

1. Log into your router management page (see “Access your router management page” on page 26).

2. Click on Wireless, and click on Basic.

3. Please review the additional wireless settings to configure and click Apply to save the changes.

• Wireless –Enabled turns on the wireless networking on your router and

Disabled turns off wireless networking on your router.

Note: It is recommended to leave the wireless setting to Enabled unless you do not plan on connecting any wireless computers or devices to your network.

• SSID – The name of your wireless network. Identifies your wireless network

when connecting with wireless devices. Enter the wireless network name.

• Auto Channel – Check the option to allow your router to automatically select

the best channel for wireless communication.

• Channel – To manually set the channel, uncheck Auto Channel, then click the

drop-down list and select the channel for wireless communication.

• 802.11 Mode - Select the appropriate mode for your network. o 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n mixed mode – Select this mode for the best

compatibility. This mode allows 802.11b, 11g, and 11n wireless

devices to connect your wireless network.

o 2.4GHz 802.11b/g mixed mode – This mode allows wireless devices to

connect to your wireless network at only 802.11b and 802.11g.

o 2.4GHz 802.11n only mode – This mode allows wireless devices to

connect to your wireless network at only 802.11n.

o 2.4GHz 802.11g only mode – This mode allows wireless to connect to

your wireless network at only 802.11g.

o 2.4GHz 802.11b only mode – This mode allows wireless devices to

connect your wireless network only at 802.11b.

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Note: Please check the specifications on your wireless devices for the highest wireless capability supported first before applying these settings. If you are unsure, it is recommended that you keep the default setting for the best compatibility.

When applying the 802.11 mode setting, please keep in mind the following:

• Wireless devices that support 802.11n are backwards compatible and can

connect wirelessly at 802.11g or 802.11b.

• Connecting at 802.11b or 802.11g will limit the capability of your 802.11n

supported wireless devices from obtaining higher performance and data rates.

• Allowing 802.11b or 802.11g devices to connect to an 802.11n capable wireless

network may degrade the wireless network performance below the higher performance and data rates of 802.11n.

• Wireless devices that only support 802.11b or 802.11g will not be able to

connect to a wireless network that is set to 802.11n only mode.

• Wireless devices that only support 802.11b will not be able to connect to a

wireless network that is set to 802.11g only mode.

• Channel Width – This setting only applies to wireless devices connecting at

802.11n. Select the appropriate channel width for your wireless network.

• SSID Broadcast – Enabled allows wireless devices to search and discover your

wireless network name (also called SSID) broadcasted by your router. Disabled

turns off the ability for wireless devices to find your network. It is still possible

for wireless devices to be configured to connect to your wireless network.

Note: Setting this option to Disabled, will disable WPS.

• WMM – Wi-Fi Multimedia is QoS feature that improves quality of audio, video,

and voice applications by prioritizing wireless traffic. This feature requires the

wireless device to also support WMM. Click Enabled or Disabled to turn this

feature on or off on your router.

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o 20 MHz – This mode operates using a single 20MHz channel for

wireless devices connecting at 802.11n. This setting may provide more

stability than Auto 20/40 MHz for connectivity in busy wireless

environments where there are several wireless networks in the area.

o Auto 20/40 MHz – This mode can automatically switch between using

a single 20MHz channel or 40MHz (two 20MHz channels). When

40MHz is active, this mode is capable of providing higher performance

only if the wireless devices support the 40MHz channel width and if

there is no adjacent wireless interference.

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