802.11n/b/g Wireless
Broadband Router
Model: X150N
User’s Manual
version 1.0
About This User's Guide
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for people who want to configure the NBG-419N using
the Web Configurator. You should have at least a basic knowledge of TCP/IP
networking concepts and topology.
Related Documentation
• Quick Start Guide
The Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get up and running right away. It
contains information on setting up your ne t wor k a nd configuring for Internet
access.
• Supporting Disc
Refer to the included CD for support documents.
• ZyXEL Web Site
Please refer to www.zyxel.com for additional support documentation and
product certifi ca ti ons.
User Guide Feedback
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suggestions for improvement to the following address, or use e-mail instead.
Thank you!
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Safety Warnings
• Do NOT use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a
swimming pool.
• Do NOT expose your device to dampn es s , dust or corrosive liquids.
• Do NOT stack things on the device.
• Do NOT install, use, or service this devic e d uring a thunders tor m. There is a
remote risk of electric sh ock from lightning.
• Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device. Do NOT open the de vice or unit.
Opening or removing cover s c a n expose you to
other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel should
device. Please contact your vendor for further information .
• Make sure to con nect the cables to the corr e c t p orts.
• Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on them or stu m ble over
them.
• Always disconnect all cables from this device before servicing or disassemb ling.
• Use ONLY an appropriate power a da ptor or cord for your device.
• Do NOT use the device if the power adaptor or cord is damaged as it might cause
electrocution.
• If the power adaptor or cord is dama ged, r em ov e it from the power outlet.
• Do NOT attempt to repair the power adaptor or cord. Contac t your local vendor to
order a new one.
• Do not use the device outside, and mak e s ure all the connections a r e indoors.
There is a remote risk of electric shock fr om lightning.
• Do NOT obstruct the d evice ventilation slots, as insufficie nt airflow may ha r m your
device.
• Antenna Warning! This device meets ETSI and FCC certification requirem ents when
using the included antenna(s). Only use the included antenna(s).
If you mount you r de vice on the wall, please ma ke sure there will be no da ma ge to
electrical wires, gas or water pipes.
• Connect the power adaptor or c or d to th e right supply voltage (for example 110V
in North America or 23 0VAC in Europe
• Do NOT allow anything to rest on the power adaptor or cord and do N OT place the
product where anyon e c an walk on the power adaptor or cord.
•
Make sure the cable system is grounded so as to pr ovide some protection against
power surge.
dangerous high voltage points or
service or disassemble this
Federal Communicati o n Co m mission
Interference Stat ement
This equipment has been tested and found to com ply wi th the limi ts f or a Cla ss B digita l
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 fo llowin g measu res :
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the e quip ment an d rece iver .
Connect the equipment into an outle t on a ci rcui t different from tha t to which the
receiver is needed.
Consult the dealer or an e xperience d r adi o/TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifica tions to thi s u ni t n ot express ly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could v oid the u ser au t hority t o o perate the e qui pmen t.
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.
The user’s manual or instruction manual for an intenti onal or unintentional radiator shall
caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s auth ority to operate the equipment.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
• The transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
• IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the United States of America is
firmware limited to channel 1 through 11.
• To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of
at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all
persons.
Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the
following to two conditions:
This device may not cause interference and
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dBi.
Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulation s of Industry Canada. The
required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the EIRP is not more than required for successful communication.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20
cm between the radiating device and your body.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................................................................................. 1
Features
Physical Details
Chapter 2: About Operation Modes ......................................................................................... 4
Router Mode
Access Point Mode
Chapter 3: Configuration ........................................................................................................... 6
Hardware Mounting
Hardware Connection
Login
Setup Wizard
Password
Status
Wireless Configuration
Network Configuration
Firewall Security
Advanced Configurations
Management
Advanced configurations
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Chapter 4: PC Configuration ................................................................................................... 51
Overview
Windows Clients
Macintosh Clients
Linux Clients
Other Unix Systems
Wireless Station Configuration
Appendix A: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 58
Overview
General Problems
Internet Access
Wireless Access
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs ......................................................................................... 61
BSS
Channels
Security
Wireless LAN Configuration
Open Source
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End-User License Agreement for “X150N” ....................................................................................... 64
1. Grant of License for Personal Use ............................................................................................ 64
2. Ownership ............................................................................................................................... 64
3. Copyright ................................................................................................................................. 64
4. Restrictions .............................................................................................................................. 64
5. Confidentiality ......................................................................................................................... 65
6. No Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 65
7. Limitation of Liability ............................................................................................................... 65
8. Export Restrictions .................................................................................................................. 65
9. Audit Rights ............................................................................................................................. 65
10. Termination ......................................................................................................................... 65
11. General ................................................................................................................................ 66
Notice ............................................................................................................................................. 68
GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE ............................................................................................ 68
GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE ............................................................................ 72
Customer Support
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1
WPS is enabled to make a
connection
WLAN
Green
Chapter 1: Introduction
The Wireless Router is an 802.11n/b/g compliant Wireless Broadband
Router with 4-port Fast Ethernet Switch. With the advanced wireless N
technology, it can support data transmissio n rates of 6 times more (up to
150 Mbps) and coverage 3 times more than IEEE 802.11b/g devices . The
Wireless Router enables network sharing via a high-speed cable or DSL
Internet connection. With it, you can share a high-speed Internet
connection, files, printers, and multi-player games at incredible speeds,
without the hassle of laying new wires. It also offers easy co nfiguration for
your home wireless network and creates a home wireless network with
high functionality, security, and flexibility.
Features
1. Supports the IEEE 802.11n/b/g standard, high speed data rate up to
150Mbps.
2. Supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) with reset button. (on the side of the
router housing)
3. High security with built-in security: WEP 64/128, WPA, WPA2, and 802.11i
4. Supports Router, AP, WDS (Bridge + Repeater).
5. Advanced Quality of Service (Qo S) , WMM
6. Easy configurat io n for home user setup.
Physical Details
Front LEDs
LED Behavior
LED Printed Color Behavior Indication
POWER/
WPS
Wireless
PWR/WPS
Green
ON Power on
OFF Power off
Blinking
OFF WLAN off
LAN
ON WLAN link / active
Antenna
To enable the WPS function via web configuration (Go to
within 2 minutes.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs
necessary.
Blinking WLAN traffic tr ansmit ting
ON WAN link / active
2
WAN WAN
LAN 1
LAN
LAN 2
LAN 3
LAN 4
Rear Panel
Ports and buttons
Install the external antenna here.
Green
Green
OFF WAN function off
Blinking WAN traffic transmitting
OFF LAN function off
ON LAN link / active
Blinking LAN traffic transmitting
WPS
LAN 1-4
WAN
POWER
Wireless Settings> WPS), then press the physical WPS button
on the Wireless Router once, then the LED will start to flash.
Please make a connection with other WPS supported device
to this port. If required, any port can be connected to another hub.
Any LAN port will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when
Connect the ADSL or Cable Modem here with RJ45 cable. If your
modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable, otherwise, use
a standard LAN cable (RJ45 connectors).
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
Side Panel
3
Reset
Press the Reset button more than 3 seconds and the Wireless
Router will revert to factory default values.
Chapter 2: About Operation Modes
This device provides operational applications with Router and AP modes, which are mutually
exclusive.
If you want to change the settings in order to perform more advanced configuration or even
change the mode of operation, you can select the mode you desire by the manufacturer as
described in the following sections.
The default setting mode is Router mode.
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Router Mode
In this mode, the device will connect to the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. The NAT
(Network Address Translation) is enabled and PCs in LAN ports share the same IP to ISP
through the WAN port. The connection type can be set up in WAN page by using PPPOE,
DHCP client, PPTP client, L2TP client or static IP.
5
Access Point Mode
When acting as an Access Point (AP), this device connects all the stations (PC/notebook with
wireless network adapter) to a wireless network. All stations can have Internet access if the
Access Point has an Internet connection.
Chapter 3: Configuration
Hardware Mounting
The Wireless Router is designed to be placed on a raised flat surface like a file cabinet or a
book shelf. The unit may also be converted for mounting to a wall or ceiling.
1. There are two mounting hooks on the underside.
2. Mark two upper holes on a wall or on a raised flat surface.
3. Drill two screws into the flat surface until only 1/4'' of the screws are showing.
4. Then, hang the Wireless Router onto the screws.
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Hardware Connection
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the Wireless Router, another
end to your PC or notebook.
2. Then, connect another Ethernet cable one end to the Internet port of the Wireless
Router, the other end to the ADSL or cable modem.
3. Finally, connect the Wireless Router’s power adapter to an outlet.
7
Login
1. Start your computer and make sure it is connected to your wireless router by an
Ethernet cable.
2. Start your Web Browser. In the address box, enter the IP address of the Wireless Router
192.168.1.1
3. Then press the “Enter” key.
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