SP916GN Manual PDF

User’s Manual
11N Wireless LAN Broadband Router
Model No.: SP916GN
http://www.micronet.info
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction................................................................................. 1
1.1 Package Contents .......................................................................................... 1
1.2 Key Features ................................................................................................. 1
1.3 Safety Information ........................................................................................ 2
1.4 System Requirements.................................................................................... 3
1.5 Specifications................................................................................................ 3
Chapter 2 Tour of Product........................................................................... 5
2.1 Front Panel .................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Back Panel..................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 3 Hardware and Network Setup.................................................... 7
3.1 Build Network Connection ........................................................................... 7
3.2 Connecting to Web-Based Management ...................................................... 8
3.2.1 IP Address Configuration .................................................................................8
3.2.2 Router’s IP Address ........................................................................................13
3.2.3 Starting Web-Based Management UI ..........................................................14
Chapter 4 Web-Based Management UI .................................................... 16
4.1 Quick Setup Wizard.................................................................................... 16
4.2 General Setup.............................................................................................. 24
4.2.1 System ..............................................................................................................24
4.2.2 WAN ..................................................................................................................27
4.2.3 LAN....................................................................................................................29
4.2.4 Wireless ............................................................................................................32
4.2.5 QoS....................................................................................................................47
4.2.6 NAT....................................................................................................................50
4.2.7 Firewall..............................................................................................................55
4.3 Status........................................................................................................... 62
4.3.1 System Information .........................................................................................62
4.3.2 Internet Connection Status ............................................................................63
4.3.3 Device Status ...................................................................................................63
4.3.4 System Log ......................................................................................................64
4.3.5 Security Log .....................................................................................................65
4.3.6 Active DHCP Client .........................................................................................66
4.3.7 Statistics............................................................................................................67
4.4 Configuration Backup and Restore............................................................. 67
4.5 Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................... 68
4.6 System Reset ............................................................................................... 69
Chapter 5 Troubleshoot............................................................................. 70
Chapter 6 Glossary .................................................................................... 72
Chapter 1 Introduction
Micronet SP916GN, 11n Wireless Broadband Router, delivers next generation wireless
solution of high speed and cost-efficient network. The router allows multiple wireless
devices to share the single Internet connection via xDSL or Cable connection. It is a
simple step for medium-sized business to migrate to efficient and high performance
wireless network. The router is compliant with IEEE 802.11 Draft-N and backward
compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g. The router supports MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out)
technology, which uses 1T2R (1 transceiver, 2 receiver) to enhance data rate and
wireless coverage. In addition, the scope of the network can be easily expanded by
connecting the router to a hub or switch.
1.1 Package Contents
Prior to the installation of the device, please verify the following items are in the
package:
y SP916GN 11n WLAN Broadband Router

y Quick Installation Guide
y Manual CD
y Power Adapter
Note: Contact your dealer immediately if any of the above items are missing,
damaged, or if the unit does not work.
1.2 Key Features
y High Internet Access throughput (Up to 150Mbps)

y Allow multiple users to share a single Internet line
y Supports up to 253 users
y Access private LAN servers from the internet
y Four wired LAN ports (10/100M) and one WAN port (10/100M)
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y Provides IEEE 802.11b/g/Draft-N wireless LAN capability
y Support DHCP (Server/Client) for easy IP-address setup
y Advanced network and security features like: Special Applications, DMZ, Virtual
Servers, Access Control, Firewall.
y Allow you to monitor the router’s status like: DHCP Client Log, System Log,
Security Log and Device/Connection Status
y Easy to use Web-based GUI for network configuration and management
purposes
y Remote management function allows configuration and upgrades from a remote
computer (over the Internet)
y Auto MDI / MDI-X function for all wired Ethernet ports.
1.3 Safety Information
In order to keep the safety of users, please follow the following safety instructions:
y This router is designed for indoor use only.

y Do not put this router at or near hot or humid places. Also, do not leave this
router in the car in summer.
y Do not pull any connected cable with force and disconnect it from the router first.
y If users want to place this router at high places, please make sure the router is
firmly secured. Falling from high places would damage the router and its
accessories, and in such cases, the warranty will be void.
y Accessories of this router, like antenna and power supply, are danger to small
children under 3 years old. They may put the small parts in their nose or month
and it could cause serious damage to them.
y The router will become hot when being used for long time (This is normal and is
not a malfunction). Do not put this router on paper, cloth or other flammable
materials.
y There’s no user-serviceable part inside the router. If users found the router is
not working properly, please contact the authorized dealer of purchase. Do not
disassemble the router, otherwise warranty will be void.
y If the router falls into water when it’s powered on, do not use hands to pick it up.
Switch the electrical power off before doing anything, or contact an experienced
technician for help.
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y If users smell something strange, or even see some smoke coming out from the
router or power supply, remove the power supply or switch the electrical power
off immediately, and call authorized for help.
1.4 System Requirements
y Internet connection provided by xDSL or cable modem with a RJ-45 Ethernet

port.
y Computer or network devices with wired or wireless network interface card.
y Web browsers (Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, Netscape Navigator
4.7 or above, Opera web browser or Safari web browser).
y AC power socket (100 – 240V, 50/60Hz).
1.5 Specifications
Standards IEEE802.11b/ 802.11g / 802.11 Draft-N
Memory z Flash: 4MB
z SDRAM: 16MB
Interface z WAN Port: 1 x Port 10/100Mbps UTP
z LAN Ports: 4 x Port 10/100Mbps UTP
Antenna 2 x 3dBi Dipole Antenna

MIMO Technology 1T2R MIMO Technology
Transmit Power z 11b: 18dBm
z 11g: 15dBm
z 11n: 15dBm
DHCP DHCP Server & Client

Advance Features z NAT/NAPT
z DMZ
z Virtual Servers
z DDNS
z VPN Pass-Through (IPSec, PPTP)
z Auto MDI/MDI-X for wired Ethernet ports
z Supports QoS (WMM, WMM-PS and WMM-SA)
Security Features z WEP (64/128 bit)
z WPA, WPA2 and WPA Radius
z Access Control List (MAC Addresses)
z Firewall (Anit-DoS)
Status Log z DHCP Client Log
z System Log
z Security Log
z Device/Connection Status
Management z Web-based Interface
z Remote Management
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Power 12 V DC, 1A Switching Power Adapter
Humidity 10-90% (Non-Condensing)
Temperature 10 ~ 40°C
Certification FCC, CE
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Chapter 2 Tour of Product
2.1 Front Panel
LED Status Description

PWR On Router is switched on
Wireless network or WPS mode is
On
switched on
WLAN Off Wireless network is switched off
Wireless LAN activity (transferring
Flashing
or receiving).
WAN/LAN port (Internet) is running
On
at 100Mbps
WAN/LAN WAN/LAN port (Internet) is running
Off
10/100M at 10Mbps
WAN/LAN activity (transferring or
Flashing
receiving data)
On WAN/LAN port is connected
WAN/LAN Off WAN/LAN port is not connected
LNK/ACT WAN/LAN activity (transferring or
Flashing
receiving)
2.2 Back Panel
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Parameter Description
Antenna Device contains two 3dBi dipole antennas.
DC12V/1A Power connector for connecting to power source.
Press and hold this button for more than 10 seconds

Reset/WPS to reset settings back to factory default. If button is
pressed for less than 5 seconds, WPS mode will be
initiated.
LAN 1~4 Local Area Network (LAN) ports for 1 to 4.
WAN Wide Area Network (WAN) for Internet connection.
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Chapter 3 Hardware and Network
Setup
3.1 Build Network Connection
Please follow the following instruction to build the network connection between the
new wireless router and other network computers and devices:
Step 1. Connect the xDSL / cable modem to the WAN port of router by Ethernet
cable.
Step 2. Connect the LAN port to an active switch, router, hub or PC using an
Ethernet cable.
Step 3. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to an active outlet.
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Step 4. Connect the adaptor to the 12V DC port on the back of the router.
3.2 Connecting to Web-Based Management
After the network connection is established, the next step is to setup the router with
proper network parameters for the user’s network environment.
Before connecting to the router and start configuration procedures, user’s computer
must be able to get an IP address automatically (use dynamic IP address). If the PC
is set to ‘static IP address’, then follow instructions below to reconfigure it to ‘dynamic
IP address’.
3.2.1 IP Address Configuration
a) Windows 95/98/Me
1. Click the Start button and select <Settings>, then click <Control Panel>. The
Control Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click on <Network> icon. The Network window will appear.
3. Check the list of Network Components. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the
<Add> button to install it. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 6.
4. In the Network Component Type dialog box, select <Protocol> and click
<Add> button.
5. In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select <Microsoft> and <TCP/IP>
then click the <OK> button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. Windows CD
may be needed to complete the installation.
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6. After installing TCP/IP, go back to the Network dialog box. Select <TCP/IP>
from the list of Network Components and then click the <Properties> button.
7. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
y Bindings: Check Client for Microsoft Networks and File and printer sharing
for Microsoft Networks.
y Gateway: All fields are blank.
y DNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.
y WINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.
y IP Address: Select Obtain IP address automatically.
8. Reboot the PC. PC will now obtain an IP address automatically from the
Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
9. Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP
server available on the LAN network.
10. Proceed to Web-based User Interface once IP address is correctly configured.
b) Windows 2000
1. Click the <Start> button and select <Settings>, then click <Control Panel>.
The Control Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click <Network and Dial-up Connections> icon. In the Network and
Dial-up Connection window, double-click on <Local Area Connection> icon.
The Local Area Connection window will appear.
3. In the Local Area Connection window, click the <Properties> button.
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4. Check the list of Network Components. Users should see Internet Protocol
[TCP/IP] on the list. Select it and click the <Properties> button.
5. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select <Obtain an IP
address automatically> and <Obtain DNS server address automatically>
as shown on the following screen.
6. Click <OK> to confirm the setting. The PC will now obtain an IP address
automatically from the Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
8. Proceed to Web-based User Interface once IP address is correctly configured.
c) Windows XP
1. Click the <Start> button and select <Settings>, then click <Network
Connections>. The Network connections window will appear.
2. Double-click <Local Area Connection> icon. The Local Area Connection
window will appear.
3. Check the list of Network Components. Users should see Internet Protocol
[TCP/IP] on the list. Select it and click the <Properties> button.
4. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select <Obtain an IP
address automatically> and <Obtain DNS server address automatically>
as shown on the following screen.
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5. Click <OK> to confirm the setting. PC will now obtain an IP address
automatically from the Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
d) Windows Vista
1. Click <Start> button, then click control panel. Click <View Network Status
and Tasks>, then click <Manage Network Connections>. Right-click <Local
Area Network>, then select <Properties>. Local Area Connection Properties
window will appear, select <Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)> and
click <Properties>.
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2. Select <Obtain an IP address automatically> and <Obtain DNS server
address automatically>, then click <OK>.
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3.2.2 Router’s IP Address
1. After the IP address setup is complete, please click <Start> then <Run> at the
bottom lower corner of the desktop.
2. Enter ‘cmd’ command and click <OK>.
3. Input ‘ipconfig’, then press ‘Enter’ key. Please check the IP address followed by
‘Default Gateway’ (In this example, the IP address of router is 192.168.2.1, please
note that this value may be different).
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3.2.3 Starting Web-Based Management UI
1. After the computer has obtained an IP address from router, please start the web
browser. Input the IP address of router in the address bar and the following
message should appear:
2. Please input username and password in the field respectively. Default username is
‘admin’ and default password is ‘1234’, then press <OK> button. Once the login
details are entered correctly, users can see the web management interface of this
router.
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Chapter 4 Web-Based Management UI
4.1 Quick Setup Wizard
The Quick Setup section is designed to get the broadband router running as quickly
as possible. In the Quick Setup, users are required to fill in only the information
necessary to access the Internet. Once user clicks on the <Quick Setup Wizard> in
the HOME page, the following screen will appear.
Step 1: Time Zone
The Time Zone allows router to base its time on the settings configured in this
section.
Select the time zone for the country where the user resides.
Set Time Zone
The router will set its time based on user’s selection.
Users can manually assign time server address if the default
Time Server Address
time server is not functioning.
The router can also take Daylight savings into account. If
Enable Daylight
users wish to use this function, tick the enable box to initiate
Savings
daylight saving configuration.
Start Daylight Savings Select the period in which to start the daylight savings time.
Time
End Daylight Savings Select the period in which to end the daylight savings time.
Time
Click on <NEXT> to proceed to the next page: Broadband Type.
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Step 2 Broadband Type
In this section users have to select one of four types of connections that it will be
using to connect to broadband router WAN port to the ISP (see screen below).
Different ISPs require different methods of connecting to the Internet, please check
with the ISP as to the type of connection it requires.
Cable Modem ISP will automatically provide an IP address.
Fixed-IP xDSL ISP has given users an IP address already.

ISP requires using a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet
PPPoE xDSL
(PPPoE) connection.
ISP requires using a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol
PPTP xDSL
(PPTP) connection.
ISP requires using a Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)
L2TP xDSL
connection.
Telstra Big Pond This Protocol only used for Australia’s ISP connection.
Click on one of the WAN type and then proceed to the manual’s relevant sub-section.
Click on <Back> to return to the previous screen.
Step 2.1 Cable Modem
Choose Cable Modem if ISP will automatically provide an IP address. Some ISP’s
may also require users fill in additional information such as Host Name and MAC
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address (see screen below). The Host Name and MAC address section is optional
and users can skip this section if the ISP does not require these settings for Internet
connection.
If the ISP requires a Host Name, type in the host name
Host Name
provided by the ISP, otherwise leave it blank.
ISP may require a particular MAC address in order for users
to connect to the Internet. This MAC address is the PC’s MAC
address that the ISP had originally used to connect to the
MAC Address
Internet. Type in this MAC address in this section or use the
“Clone MAC Address” button to replace the WAN MAC
address with the MAC address of that PC.
Click <OK> to complete the Quick Setup Wizard and start using the broadband
router.
Step 2.2 Fixed-IP xDSL
Select Fixed-IP xDSL if the ISP has given user a specific IP address. The ISP should
provide all the information required in this section.
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IP IP address provided by ISP.
Gateway IP ISP’s IP address gateway.
DNS ISP’s DNS server IP address.
Subnet Mask Enter the Subnet Mask provided by the ISP (e.g. 255.255.255.0).
router.
Step 2.3 PPPoE xDSL
Select PPPoE if the ISP requires the PPPoE protocol to connect to the Internet. The
ISP should provide all the information required in this section.
Enter the username provided by the ISP for the PPPoE
Username
connection.
Enter the password provided by the ISP for the PPPoE
Password
connection.
This is optional. Enter the Service name should the ISP requires
Service Name
it, otherwise leave it blank.
This is optional. Users can specify the maximum size of the
MTU transmission packet to the Internet. Leave it blank if users do not
wish to set a maximum packet size.
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z If you select “Continuous”, the router will always connect to
the ISP. If the WAN line breaks down and links again, the
routers will auto-reconnect to the ISP.
z If users select “Connect on Demand”, the router will auto-
connect to the ISP when someone wants to use the Internet
and keep connected until the WAN idle timeout. The router
Connection Type will close the WAN connection if the idle time period exceeds
the “Idle Time”.
z If users select “Manual”, the router will connect to ISP only
when click “Connect” manually from the Web user interface.
The WAN connection will not disconnect due to the idle
timeout. If the WAN line breaks down and links again, the
router will not auto-connect to the ISP.
z Users can specify an idle time threshold (minutes) for the
WAN port. This means if no packets have been sent during
Idle Time
the specified period, the router will automatically disconnect
the connection with the ISP.
router.
Step 2.4 PPTP xDSL
Select PPTP if the ISP requires the PPTP protocol to connect to the Internet. The
ISP should provide all the information required in this section.
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Obtain an IP address The ISP requires user to obtain an IP address by DHCP before
Automatically connecting to the PPTP server.
Use the following IP The ISP gives user a static IP to be used to connect to the PPTP
address server.
This is the IP address that the ISP has given to user to establish
IP Address
a PPTP connection.
Default Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP Gateway
Enter the Username provided by the ISP for the PPTP
User ID
connection. Sometimes called a Connection ID.
Enter the Password provided by the ISP for the PPTP
Password
connection.
If the LAN has a PPTP gateway, then enter that PPTP gateway
PPTP Gateway IP address here. If users do not have a PPTP gateway then
enter the ISP’s Gateway IP address above.
Connection ID This is the ID given by ISP. This is optional.
Select this item if users are using the service provided by
BEZEQ-ISRAEL
BEZEQ in Israel.
Idle Time the connection with the ISP.
z This “idle timeout” function may not work due to abnormal
activities of some network application software, computer
virus or hacker attacks from the Internet.
router.
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Step 2.5 L2TP
Select L2TP if the ISP requires the L2TP protocol to connect to the Internet. The ISP
should provide all the information required in this section.
Obtain an IP address The ISP requires user to obtain an IP address by DHCP before
Automatically connecting to the L2TP server.
The ISP may require a particular MAC address in order for users
to connect to the Internet. Type in this MAC address in this
MAC Address
section or use the "Clone MAC Address" button to replace the
WAN MAC address with the MAC address of that PC.
Use the following IP The ISP gives user a static IP to be used to connect to the L2TP
address server.
This is the IP address that the ISP has given to users to
IP Address
establish a L2TP connection.
Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP Gateway
Enter the Username provided by the ISP for the L2TP
User ID
connection. Sometimes called a Connection ID.
Enter the Password provided by the ISP for the L2TP
Password
connection.
If the LAN has a L2TP gateway, then enter that L2TP gateway IP
L2TP Gateway address here. If users do not have a L2TP gateway then enter
the ISP’s Gateway IP address above.
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Idle Time the connection with the ISP.
z This “idle timeout” function may not work due to abnormal
activities of some network application software, computer
virus or hacker attacks from the Internet.
router.
Step 2.6 Telstra Big Pond
Select Telstra Big Pond if the ISP requires the Telstra Big Pond protocol to connect
to the Internet. The ISP should provide all the information required in this section.
Telstra Big Pond protocol is used by the ISP in Australia.
Enter the username provided by the ISP for the Telstra Big Pond
Username
connection.
Enter the password provided by the ISP for the Telstra Big Pond
Password
connection.
User Decide Login Select if users want to assign the IP of Telstra Big Pond’s login
Server Manually server manually.
Login Server The IP address of the login server.
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router.
4.2 General Setup
In this chapter, the user will know how to change the time zone, password, and
remote management settings. Please start the web browser and log onto router web
management interface, then click ‘General Setup’ button on the left, or click ‘General
Setup’ link at the upper-right corner of web management interface.
4.2.1 System
This section allows user to set the following system configuration: Time Zone,
Password and Remote Management Administrator.
4.2.1.1 Time zone and Time Auto-synchronization
Please click ‘System’ menu on the left of web management interface, then click ‘Time
Zone’, and the following message will be displayed on the web browser: Please
select time zone at ‘Set time zone’ drop-down list, and input the IP address or host
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name of time server. If users want to enable daylight savings setting, please check
‘Enable Function’ box, and set the duration of daylight setting.
4.2.1.2 Password Setting
Default password of this router is ‘1234’, and it’s displayed on the login prompt when
accessed from web browser. There’s a security risk if users don’t change the default
password, since everyone can see it. This is very important when the wireless
function is enabled. Please click ‘System’ menu on the left of web management
interface, then click ‘Password Settings’. The following message will be displayed on
your web browser:
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Enter user’s current password for the remote management
administrator to login to your Broadband router.
Current Password
Default: no password
New Password Enter the new password.
Enter the new password again for verification purposes. If
users forget the password, it will be necessary to reset the
Confirmed Password
router to the factory default (No password) with the reset
button (see router’s back panel).
Click <Apply> at the bottom of the screen to save the above configurations.
4.2.1.3 Remote Management
This router does not allow management access from Internet, to prevent possible
security risks (especially when users defined a weak password, or didn’t change
default password). However, users can still manage this router from a specific IP
address by enabling the ‘Remote Management’.
z This is the IP address of the host in the Internet that will have
management/configuration access to the Broadband router from
a remote site. This means if users are at home and the home IP
address has been designated the Remote Management host IP
address for this router (located in your company office), then it
will be able to configure this router remotely.
z If the Host Address is left 0.0.0.0, it would mean anyone can
Host
access the router’s web-based configuration from a remote
Address
location, provided password is known.
z When users want to access the web-based management from a
remote site, it is necessary to enter the router’s WAN IP
address (e.g. 10.0.0.1) into your web-browser followed by port
number 8080 (e.g. 10.0.0.1:8080). Users also need to know the
password set in the Password Setting screen in order to access
the router’s web-based management.
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4.2.2 WAN
Internet connections setup can be setup by using ‘Quick Setup’ menu described in
chapter 4.1. However, users can setup WAN connections up by using WAN
configuration menu. Users can also set advanced functions like DDNS (Dynamic
DNS) via this interface.
ISP will automatically give user an IP address.
Dynamic IP address
Follow section 4.1 “Cable Modem” for detail information.
ISP has given user an IP address already.
Static IP address
Follow section 4.1 “Fixed IP” for detail information.
ISP requires using a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet
(PPPoE) connection.
PPPoE
Follow section 4.1 “PPPoE” for detail information.
ISP requires using a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol
(PPTP) connection.
PPTP
Follow section 4.1 “PPTP” for detail information.
ISP requires using a Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)
L2TP
connection.
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This Protocol only used for Australia’s ISP connection.
Telstra Big Pond
Follow section 4.1 “Telstra Big Pond” for detail information.
DNS Users can specify a DNS server.
Users can specify a DDNS server and configure the
DDNS username and password provided by the DDNS service
provider.
Click <More Configuration> at the bottom of the screen and proceed to the manual’s
relevant sub-section.
4.2.2.1 DNS
A Domain Name System (DNS) server is like an index of IP addresses and Web
addresses. If users type a Web address into the browser, such as www.router.com, a
DNS server will find that name in its index and the matching IP address. Most ISPs
provide a DNS server for speed and convenience. If the Service Provider connects
the user to the Internet with dynamic IP settings, it is likely that the DNS server IP
address is provided automatically. However, if there is a DNS server that the user
would rather use, it is necessary to specify the IP address of that DNS server in this
section.
Domain Name Server This is the DNS server IP address provided by ISP. Users can
(DNS) Server specify preferred DNS server IP address.
This is optional. Users can enter another DNS server’s IP
Secondary DNS
address as a backup. The secondary DNS will be used
Address (optional)
should the primary DNS fail.
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4.2.2.2 DDNS
DDNS allows user to map the static domain name to a dynamic IP address. Users
must get an account, password and static domain name from the DDNS service
providers. This router supports DynDNS, TZO and other common DDNS service
providers.
Enable/Disable Enable or Disable the DDNS function of this router.
Provider Select a DDNS service provider.
Domain name User’s static domain name that use DDNS.
Account/E-mail The account that the DDNS service provider assigned to user.
Password/Key The password set for the DDNS service account above.
4.2.3 LAN
Before all computers using wired Ethernet connection (i.e. those computers connect
to this router’s LAN port 1 to 4 by Ethernet cable) can communicate with each other
and access internet, they must have a valid IP address. There are two ways to
assign IP addresses to computers: static IP address (set the IP address for every
computer manually), and dynamic IP address (IP address of computers will be
assigned by router automatically). It’s recommended for most of computers to use
dynamic IP address, since it will save a lot of time on setting IP addresses. DHCP
settings are only available when ‘DHCP Server’ in ‘LAN IP’ section is ‘Enabled’.
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This is the router’s LAN port IP address (LAN clients default
IP address
gateway IP address).
IP Subnet Mask Specify a Subnet Mask for the LAN segment.
If 802.1d Spanning Tree function is enabled, this router will
802.1d Spanning Tree use the spanning tree protocol to prevent from network loop
happening in the LAN ports.
Users can enable or disable the DHCP server. By
enabling the DHCP server, the router will automatically give
LAN clients an IP address. If the DHCP is not enabled then
DHCP Server users will have to manually set the LAN client’s IP addresses.
Make sure the LAN Client is in the same subnet as this
broadband router for the router to be the LAN client’s default
gateway.
The DHCP when enabled will temporarily give the LAN clients
an IP address. In the Lease Time setting, users can specify
Lease Time the time period that the DHCP lends an IP address to the LAN
clients. The DHCP will change the LAN client’s IP address
when this time threshold period is reached.
Users can select a particular IP address range for the DHCP
IP Address Pool
server to issue IP addresses to LAN Clients.
Domain Name Users can specify a Domain Name for the LAN network.
4.2.3.1 Static DHCP Leases Table
This function allows user to assign a static IP address to a specific computer so that
it is not necessary to set the IP address for a computer, and still enjoy the benefit of
using DHCP server. Maximum 16 static IP addresses can be assigned here.
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Enable Static DHCP Check this box to enable this function.
Leases
MAC Address Input the MAC address of the computer or network device.
Input the IP address to assign to this computer or network
IP address
device.
Click <Add> to enter the entry into the table, otherwise click on <Clear> to remove all
characters.
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4.2.4 Wireless
Wireless Broadband Router builds a wireless LAN and can let all PCs equipped with
IEEE 802.11b or 801.11g wireless network adaptor connect to the Intranet and
Internet. It supports WEP and WPA2 encryption to enhance the security of the
wireless network.
Enable or Disable Wireless Users can select to enable or disable the wireless
Module Function connection of this device.
4.2.4.1 Basic Wireless Setting
Please click ‘Wireless’ menu on the left of web management interface, then click
‘Basic Settings’, and the following message will be displayed on the web browser.
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Mode: AP
It allows user to set the following mode: AP, Station, Bridge or
Mode
WDS mode.
It allows user to set the AP to be fixed at 802.11b, 802.11g or
802.11n mode. Users also can select B+G+N mode to allow
Band
the router to select among 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n
connection automatically.
This is the name of the wireless LAN. All the devices in the
ESSID
same wireless LAN should have the same ESSID.
The channel used by the wireless LAN. All devices in the
Channel Number
same wireless LAN should use the same channel.
Mode: Station – Infrastructure
In this mode, users can connect the router to Ethernet device such us TV, Game
player, HDD&DVD to enable the Ethernet device be a wireless station and join to a
wireless network through an access point or AP router.
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Mode
WDS mode.
Band
ESSID
When users use this wireless router as a wireless station for
Ethernet network device to have wireless capability, they
have to associate it with a working access point. Click ‘Select
Site Survey Site Survey’ button, then a “Wireless Site Survey Table” will
pop up. It will list all available access points nearby. Users
can select one access point in the table and it will join
wireless LAN through this access point.
For some applications, users may need to designate a
specific MAC address for the router. Please enter the MAC
WLAN MAC address here. If you are connecting the router to a computer,
you can simply press ‘Clone Mac address’ button to fill the
MAC address field with the MAC address of computer.
Mode: AP Bridge-Point to Point
In this mode, users can connect wireless router with another, to combine two access
points and expand the scope of wireless network. All clients (wired only – AP will not
accept wireless clients in this mode) of two wireless routers will think they’re on the
same physical network. This function is very convenient when users need to connect
two networks between two buildings. Here are instructions about how to connect two
wireless routers together:
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Mode
WDS mode.
Band
Channel Number
If users want to bridge more than one network together with
wireless LAN, it is necessary to set this access point in the
following modes: “AP Bridge-Point to Point mode”, “AP
MAC address
Bridge-Point to Multi-Point mode” or “AP Bridge-WDS mode”.
Users have to enter the MAC addresses of other access
points that join the bridging work.
Click the <Set Security> button for “Security Settings”
window to pop up. Users can set the security parameters
Set Security
used to bridge access points together when the AP is in AP
Bridge modes.
Mode: AP Bridge-Point to Multi-Point
In this mode, users can connect your wireless router with at least four wireless
routers to expand the scope of wireless network, and all clients (wired only – AP will
not accept wireless clients in this mode) of the wireless routers will think they’re on
the same physical network.
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Mode
WDS mode.
Band
Channel Number
MAC address
Set Security
Bridge modes.
Mode: AP Bridge-WDS
In this mode, users can expand the scope of network by combining up to four other
access points together, and every access point can still accept wireless clients.
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Mode
WDS mode.
Band
ESSID
Channel Number
MAC address
Set Security
Bridge modes.
Mode: AP Bridge – Universal Repeater
In this mode, the router can act as a wireless repeater; it can be Station and AP at
the same time. It can use Station function to connect to a Root AP and use AP
function to service all wireless stations within its coverage.
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Mode
WDS mode.
Band
ESSID
Channel Number
Click <Show Active Clients> button, then an “Active
Wireless Client Table” will pop up. Users can see the status of
Associate Clients
all active wireless stations that are connecting to the access
point.
In ‘Universal Repeater’ mode, this device can act as a station
to connect to a Root AP. You should assign the SSID of the
Root AP SSID
Root AP here or click <Select Site Survey> button to choose
a Root AP.
When users use this wireless router as a wireless station for
Ethernet network device to have wireless capability, they
have to associate it with a working access point. Click ‘Select
Site Survey Site Survey’ button, then a “Wireless Site Survey Table” will
pop up. It will list all available access points nearby. Users
can select one access point in the table and it will join
wireless LAN through this access point.
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4.2.4.2 Advanced Wireless Settings
This router provides some advanced control of wireless parameters. If users want to
configure these settings, please click <Wireless> menu on the left of web
management interface, and then click <Advanced Settings>. The following
message will be displayed on the web browser.
"Fragment Threshold" specifies the maximum size of packet
during the fragmentation of data to be transmitted. If users set
Fragment Threshold this value too low, it will result in bad performance.
Default: 2346.
When the packet size is smaller the RTS threshold, the
wireless router will not use the RTS/CTS mechanism to send
RTS Threshold this packet.
Default: 2347.
The interval of time that this wireless router broadcast a
beacon. Beacon is used to synchronize the wireless network.
Beacon Interval
Default: 100.
Set the DTIM period of wireless radio.
DTIM Period
Default: 3.
The “Data Rate” is the rate this access point uses to transmit
Data Rate data packets. The access point will use the highest possible
selected transmission rate to transmit the data packets.
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N Data Rate Same parameter as above but for 802.11n clients.
The “Long Preamble” can provide better wireless LAN
Preamble Type compatibility, while the “Short Preamble” can provide better
wireless LAN performance.
If “Broadcast ESSID” is enabled, every wireless station
located within the coverage of this access point can discover
Broadcast ESSID this access point easily. If users are building a public wireless
network, enabling this feature is recommended. Disabling
“Broadcast ESSID” can provide better security.
Enabling this setting will reduce the chance of radio signal
collisions between 802.11b and 802.11g wireless access
CTS Protect
points. It’s recommended to set this option to ‘Auto’ or
‘Always’.
Users can set the output power of wireless radio. Unless the
Tx Power user is using this wireless router in a really big space, it is not
necessary to set output power to 100%.
WMM is short for Wi-Fi Multimedia which will enhance the
data transfer performance of multimedia contents when
WMM transferred over wireless network.
Default: ‘Disabled’.
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4.2.4.3 Wireless Security
To set wireless security settings, please click <Wireless> menu on the left of web
management interface and then click <Security Settings>. Follow the following
instructions to set wireless security settings.
WEP Only
Users can select the WEP key length for encryption, 64-bit or
128-bit. Larger WEP key length will provide higher level of
Key Length security, but the throughput will be lower.
Default: 64-bit
There are two types of key format: ASCII and Hex. When
users select a key format, the number of characters of key
will be displayed. For example, if users select ’64-bit’ as key
Key Format
length, and ‘Hex’ as key format, the message at the right of
‘Key Format’ is ‘Hex (10 characters), which means the length
of WEP key is 10 characters.
Select one of the four keys to encrypt the data. Only the key
Default Key
selected in the "Default key" will take effect.
The WEP keys are used to encrypt data transmitted in the
wireless network. Fill the text box by following the rules
below.
z 64-bit WEP: input 10-digit Hex values (in the "A-F", "a-f"
Key 1 - Key 4
and "0-9" range) or 5-digit ASCII character as the
encryption keys.
z 128-bit WEP: input 26-digit Hex values (in the "A-F", "a-f"
and "0-9" range) or 13-digit ASCII characters as the
encryption keys.
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802.1x only
IEEE 802.1x is an authentication protocol and every user must use a valid account to
login before accessing the wireless LAN. The authentication is processed by a
RADIUS server. This mode only authenticates user by IEEE 802.1x, but it does not
encrypt the data during communication.
RADIUS Server IP The IP address of external RADIUS server.
address
RADIUS Server Port The service port of the external RADIUS server.
RADIUS Server The password used by external RADIUS server.
Password
802.1x WEP Static key
IEEE 802.1x is an authentication protocol and every user must use a valid account to
login before accessing the wireless LAN. The authentication is processed by a
RADIUS server. This mode also uses WEP to encrypt the data during communication.
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Refer to relevant sections for WEP and 802.1x configurations.
WPA Pre-shared key
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is an advanced security standard. Users can use a
pre-shared key to authenticate wireless stations and encrypt data during
communication. It uses TKIP or CCMP (AES) to change the encryption key
frequently. So the encryption key is not easy to be broken by hackers.
TKIP can change the encryption key frequently to enhance
WPA(TKIP)
the wireless LAN security.
This use CCMP protocol to change encryption key frequently.
WPA2(AES) AES can provide high level encryption to enhance the
wireless LAN security.
This will use TKIP or AES based on the other communication
WPA2 Mixed
peer automatically.
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Users may select to a pass phrase (alphanumeric format) or
Hexadecimal Digits (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range) to be
the Pre-shared Key.
Pre-shared Key
Format For example:
Pass phrase: iamguest
Hexadecimal Digits: 12345abcde
The Pre-shared key is used to authenticate and encrypt data
transmitted in the wireless network. Fill in the text box by
following the rules below.
Pre-shared Key
Hex WEP: input 64-digit
Hex values (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range) or at least 8
character pass phrase as the pre-shared keys.
WPA Radius
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is an advanced security standard. Users can use an
external RADIUS server to authenticate wireless stations and provide the session
key to encrypt data during communication. It uses TKIP or CCMP (AES) to change
the encryption key frequently.
TKIP can change the encryption key frequently to enhance
WPA(TKIP)
the wireless LAN security.
This use CCMP protocol to change encryption key frequently.
WPA2(AES) AES can provide high level encryption to enhance the
wireless LAN security.
This will use TKIP or AES based on the other communication
WPA2 Mixed
peer automatically.
RADIUS Server IP The IP address of external RADIUS server.
address
The service port of the external RADIUS server
RADIUS Server Port
Default: 1812.
RADIUS Server The password used by external RADIUS server.
Password
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4.2.4.4 Wireless Access Control
This wireless router provides MAC Address Control, which prevents the unauthorized
MAC addresses from accessing the wireless network.
Enable wireless Allow enabling of access control for wireless connection.
access control
Fill in the "MAC Address" and "Comment" of the wireless
station to be added. Click <Add> to for this wireless station to
Add MAC address into
be added into the "Current Access Control List". Click
the list
<Clear> for both "MAC Address" and "Comment" fields to be
cleared.
If users want to remove a MAC address from the "Current
Access Control List ", select the MAC addresses to be
Remove MAC address
deleted and click <Delete Selected>. Click <Delete All>
from the list
button to remove all MAC addresses. Click <Reset> will clear
current selections.
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4.2.4.5 WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is the simplest way to build connection between
wireless network clients and the wireless router. Users don’t have to select
encryption mode and input a long encryption passphrase every time setting up a
wireless client. This wireless router supports two types of WPS: Push-Button
Configuration (PBC) and PIN code. If users want to use PBC, it is necessary to push
a specific button on the wireless client to start WPS mode, and switch this wireless
router to WPS mode too. You can push Reset/WPS button of this wireless router, or
click ‘Start PBC’ button in the web configuration interface. If users want to use PIN
code, it is necessary to know the PIN code of wireless client and switch it to WPS
mode, then provide the PIN code of the wireless client to connect to this wireless
router. The detailed instructions are listed follow:
Please click <Wireless> menu on the left of web management interface and click
‘WPS’. The following message will be displayed on the web browser.
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Check this box to enable WPS function, uncheck it to disable
Enable WPS
WPS.
If the wireless security (encryption) function of this wireless
WPS Status
router is properly set, users will see ‘Configured’ message.
This is the WPS PIN code of this wireless router. This code is
Self PIN code useful when users need to build wireless connection by WPS
with other WPS-enabled wireless devices.
SSID The SSID of this wireless router will be displayed here.
The wireless security authentication mode of this wireless
Authentication Mode
router will be displayed here.
Click <Start PBC> to start Push-Button style WPS via Push
Button setup procedure. This wireless router will wait for WPS
Configure via Push
requests from wireless clients for 2 minutes. The ‘WLAN’ LED
Button
on the wireless router will be steady on when this wireless
router is waiting for incoming WPS request.
Please input the PIN code of the wireless client you wish to
Configure via Client connect, and click <Start PIN> button. The ‘WLAN’ led on the
Pin Code wireless router will be steady on when this wireless router is
waiting for incoming WPS request.
4.2.5 QoS
Quality of service provides an efficient way for computers on the network to share the
Internet bandwidth with a promised quality of internet service. Without QoS, all
computers and devices on the network will compete with each other to get Internet
bandwidth, and some applications which require guaranteed bandwidth (like video
streaming and network telephone) will be affected. Therefore an unpleasing result
will occur, like the interruption of video / audio transfer.
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Enable/Disable QoS Allow enable or disable of QoS function.
Click <Add> to enter the form page for the QoS rule. Click
Add a QoS rule into
<Apply> after filling out the form and the rule will be added
the table
into the table.
If users want to remove a QoS rules from the table, select the
Remove QoS rules QoS rules and click <Delete Selected>. To remove all QoS
from the table rules from the table, click <Delete All> button. Click <Reset>
will clear the current selections.
Select the rule to edit and click <Edit>, then it will enter the
Edit a QoS rule detail form of the QoS rule. Click <Apply> after editing the
form and the rule will be saved.
Users can select the rule and click <Move Up> to make the
Adjust QoS rule
priority higher. Select the rule and click <Move Down> to
priority
make the priority lower.
4.2.5.1 Edit QoS Rule
Users can assign packet classification criteria by its local IP range, remote IP range,
traffic type, protocol, local port range and remote port range parameters. The
parameters that users leave as blank will be ignored. The priority of this rule will be
applied to packets that match classification criteria of this rule. It can limit bandwidth
consumed by packets that match this rule or guarantee bandwidth required by
packets that match this rule.
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Rule Name The name of this rule.
Users can assign the download or upload bandwidth in the
unit of Kbps (1024 bit per second). It can limit the maximum
Bandwidth bandwidth consumed by this rule by selecting “Maximum”.
Reserve enough bandwidth for this rule by selecting
“Guarantee”.
Enter the local IP address range of the packets that this rule
will apply. If users assign 192.168.2.3 – 192.168.2.5, it would
Local IP Address
mean 3 IP addresses: 192.168.2.3, 192.168.2.4 and
192.168.2.5.
Enter the local port range of the packets that this rule will
apply. Users can assign a single port number here or assign
a range of port numbers by assigning the first port number
Local Port Range and the last port number of the range. The two numbers are
separated by a dash “-“, for example “100-150” means from
port number 100 to port number 150 – the range of 50 port
numbers.
Enter the remote IP address range of the packets that this
rule will apply. If users assign 192.168.2.3 – 192.168.2.5, it
Remote IP Address
means 3 IP addresses: 192.168.2.3, 192.168.2.4 and
192.168.2.5.
Enter the remote port range of the packets that this rule will
apply. Users can assign a single port number here or assign
a range of port numbers by assigning the first port number
Remote Port Range and the last port number of the range. The two numbers are
separated by a dash “-“, for example “101-150” means from
port number 100 to port number 150 – the range of 50 port
numbers.
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Select the traffic type of the packets that this rule will apply.
List of some popular applications is already available for
Traffic Type
easing the configuration. Users also can get the same result
by using other parameters.
Protocol Select the protocol type of the packets that this rule will apply.
Save Save and exit the form.
Reset Clear the content of this form.
Click <Save> at the bottom of the screen to save the above configurations.
4.2.6 NAT
Network address translations solve the problem of sharing a single IP address to

multiple computers. Without NAT, all computers must be assigned with a valid
Internet IP address to connect to Internet. Therefore it’s necessary to use NAT
technology to share a single Internet IP address to multiple computers on local
network, so everyone can connect to Internet.
4.2.6.1 Port Forwarding
This function allows user to redirect a single port or consecutive ports of Internet IP
address to the same port of the IP address on local network. The port number(s) of
Internet IP address and private IP address (the IP address on local network) must be
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the same. If the port number of Internet IP address and private IP address is different,
please use ‘Virtual Server’ function, described in next section.
Enable Port Allow port forwarding to be enabled.
Forwarding
This is the private IP of the server behind the NAT firewall.
Private IP Users will need to give the LAN PC clients a fixed/static IP
address for Port Forwarding to work properly.
Pull down the menu and all the computers connected to the
router will be listed here. Users can easily select the
Computer Name
computer name without checking the IP address of the
computer.
This is the protocol type to be forwarded. Users can choose
Type to forward “TCP” or “UDP” packets only or select “both” to
forward both “TCP” and “UDP” packets.
Port Range The range of ports to be forward to the private IP.
Comment The description of this setting.
Fill in the "Private IP", “Type”, “Port Range” and "Comment"
Add Port Forwarding of the setting and click <Add>. This Port Forwarding setting
into the table will be added into the "Current Port Forwarding Table". Click
<Reset> and the fields will be cleared.
If users want to remove some Port Forwarding settings from
Remove Port the "Current Port Forwarding Table", select the Port
Forwarding into the Forwarding setting and click <Delete Selected>. Click
table <Delete All> button to remove all settings. Click <Reset> to
clear the current selection.
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4.2.6.2 Virtual Server
This function allows user to redirect a port on Internet IP address (on WAN port) to a
specified port of an IP address on local network, so it can setup an Internet service
on the computer on local network, without exposing it on Internet directly. Users can
also build many sets of port redirection to provide many different Internet services on
different local computers via a single Internet IP address.
Enable Virtual Server Allow Virtual Server to be enabled.
This is the LAN client/host IP address that the Public Port
number packet will be sent. Users need to give the LAN PC
Private IP
clients a fixed/static IP address for Virtual Server to work
properly.
Computer Name
computer.
This is the port number (of the above Private IP host) that the
Private Port below Public Port number will be changed to when the packet
enters the LAN (to the LAN Server/Client IP).
Select the port number protocol type (TCP, UDP or both). If
Type
users are unsure, then leave it to default.
Enter the service (service/Internet application) port number
from the Internet that will be redirected to the above Private
Public Port IP address host in the LAN. Virtual Server function will have
priority over the DMZ function if there is a conflict between
the Virtual Server and the DMZ settings.
Comment The description of this setting.
Fill in the "Private IP", "Private Port", "Type", “Public Port” and
"Comment" of the setting to be added and click <Add>. Then
Add Virtual Server this Virtual Server setting will be added into the "Current
Virtual Server Table". Click <Reset> and the fields will be
cleared.
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If users want to remove some Virtual Server settings from the
"Current Virtual Server Table", select the Virtual Server
Remove Virtual Server setting and click <Delete Selected>. Click <Delete All>
button to remove all settings. Click <Reset> to clear the
current selection.
4.2.6.3 Port Mapping for Special Applications
Some applications require more than one connection a time and won’t work with
simple NAT rules. In order to make these applications work, users can use this
function to let these applications operate properly.
4.2.6.4 UPnP Setting
This function enables network auto-configuration for peer-to-peer communications.

Network devices will be able to communicate with other devices directly, and learn
information about other devices. Many network device and applications rely on UPnP
function nowadays.
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Users can enable or disable the UPnP feature. Enable the
UPnP feature, all client systems that support UPnP, like
Windows XP, can discover this router automatically and
access the Internet through this router without any
UPnP Feature
configuration. The NAT Traversal function provided by UPnP
can let applications that support UPnP smoothly connect to
Internet sites without any incompatibility problem due to the
NAPT port translation.
4.2.6.5 ALG Settings
Users can select applications that need “Application Layer Gateway” support.
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Users can enable “Application Layer Gateway”, and the
Enable router will let that application correctly pass though the NAT
gateway.
4.2.7 Firewall
Besides NAT, this router also provides firewall function to block malicious intruders
from accessing computers on local network. These functions include inbound attack
prevention, and block outbound traffics, like block URLs which have pre-defined
keywords.
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Access Control allows user to specify which hosts that the
Access Control users can or cannot have access to certain Internet
applications.
URL Blocking allows user to specify which URLs cannot be
URL Blocking
accessed by users.
The Broadband router's firewall can block common hacker
DoS
attacks and can log the attack activities.
The DMZ function allows user to redirect all packets going to
DMZ the WAN port IP address to a particular IP address in your
LAN.
4.2.7.1 Access Control
Restrict users from accessing certain Internet applications/services via this interface
(e.g. Internet websites, email, FTP etc.). Access Control allows users to define the
traffic type permitted in the LAN. Users can control which PC client have access to
these services.
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If select <Deny> then all PCs will be allowed to access
Deny
Internet besides the PCs in the list below.
If select <Allow> then all PCs will be denied to access
Allow
Internet except for the PCs in the list below.
Computer Name
computer.
Filter client PCs by IP Fill in “IP Filtering Table” to filter PC clients by IP.
Users can click <Add> PC to add an access control rule for
Add PC
users by IP addresses.
If users want to remove some PC from the "IP Filtering
Remove PC Table", select the PC and click <Delete Selected>. Click
<Delete All>" button to remove all PCs from the list.
Filter client PC by Check <Enable MAC Filtering> to enable MAC Filtering.
MAC address
Fill in “Client PC MAC Address” and “Comment” of the PC
Add PC that is allowed to access the Internet and click <Add>. Click
<Reset> to clear the all fields.
If users want to remove some PC from the "MAC Filtering
Table", select the PC and click <Delete Selected>. Click
Remove PC
<Delete All> button to remove all PCs from the table. Click
<Reset> to clear all selections.
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Access Control – Add PC
After button is clicked, the following message will be displayed on the web browser.
Client PC Description The description for this client PC rule.
Enter the IP address range to apply this Access Control rule.
Client PC IP
Users need to give the LAN PC clients a fixed/static IP
Addresses
address for the Access Control rule to work properly.
Users can block the clients from accessing some Internet
Client PC Service
services by checking the services to block.
This allows users to select UDP, TCP or both protocol types
Protocol
to block.
It can be assign up to five port ranges. The router will block
Port Range
clients from accessing Internet services that use these ports.
Add Click <Add> to save the setting.
Reset Click <Reset> to clear all fields.
4.2.7.2 URL Blocking
Users can block access to some websites from particular PCs by entering a full URL
address or just keyword of the Web site.
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Enable URL Blocking Allow URL Blocking to be enabled.
Fill in “URL/Keyword” and then click <Add>. Users can enter
Add URL Keyword the full URL address or the keyword of the web site to be
blocked. Click <Reset> to clear all fields.
If users want to remove a URL keyword from the "Current
URL Blocking Table", select the URL keyword to remove and
Remove URL Keyword
click <Delete Selected>. Click <Delete All> button to remove
all entries. To clear the selection, just click <Reset>.
4.2.7.3 DoS Attack Prevention
The Broadband router's firewall can block common hacker attacks, including Denial
of Service, Ping of Death, Port Scan and Sync Flood. When Internet attacks occur,
the router can log the events.
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Ping of Death Protections from Ping of Death attack.
Discard Ping From The router’s WAN port will not respond to any Ping requests.
WAN
Port Scan Protect the router from port scan.
Sync Flood Protect the router from Sync Flood attack.
Click on this button to enter the setup of advanced settings
Advanced Settings
for the DoS method.
DoS – Advanced Settings
When users click <Advanced Settings> button in DoS menu, the following message
will be displayed on the web browser.
Set the threshold of when this DoS prevention mechanism
will be activated. Please check the box of Ping of Death, and
input the frequency of threshold (how many packets per
Ping of Death second, minute, or hour). Users can also input the ‘Burst’
value, which means when this number of ‘Ping of Death’
packet is received in very short time, this DoS prevention
mechanism will be activated.
Discard Ping From Check the box to activate this DoS prevention mechanism.
WAN
Many kind of port scan methods are listed here, please check
Port Scan
one or more DoS attack methods to activate.
Like Ping of Death, users can set the threshold of when this
Sync Flood
DoS prevention mechanism will be activated.
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4.2.7.4 Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
If users have a local client PC that cannot run an Internet application (e.g. Games)
properly from behind the NAT firewall, the router can open the client to an
unrestricted two-way Internet access by defining a DMZ Host. The DMZ function
allows re-direct of all packets going to the WAN port IP address to a particular IP
address in the LAN. The difference between the virtual server and the DMZ function
is that the virtual server re-directs a particular service/Internet application (e.g. FTP,
websites) to a particular LAN client/server, whereas DMZ re-directs all packets
(regardless of services) going to your WAN IP address to a particular LAN
client/server.
Allow the DMZ to be enabled. If there is a conflict between
Enable DMZ the Virtual Server and the DMZ setting, then Virtual Server
function will have priority over the DMZ function.
The IP address of the WAN port or any other Public IP
Public IP Address
addresses given by the user’s ISP.
Input the IP address of a particular host in the LAN that will
receive all the packets originally going to the WAN port/Public
Client PC IP Address
IP address above. Users need to give the LAN PC clients a
fixed/static IP address for DMZ to work properly.
Computer Name
computer.
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4.3 Status
The Status section allows user to monitor the current status of the router. Use the
Status page to monitor following information:
z The connection status of the broadband router WAN/LAN interfaces.
z The current firmware and hardware version numbers.
z Any illegal attempts to access the network, and information on all DHCP
client PCs currently connected to the network.
4.3.1 System Information
The Status and Information section allows user to view the router’s system
information.
Users can view the router’s system information such as the
Information router’s Hardware version, Serial Number, Boot code Version
and Runtime code Version.
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4.3.2 Internet Connection Status
View the broadband router’s current Internet connection status and other related
information.
This page displays whether the WAN port is connected to a
Cable/DSL connection. It also displays the router’s WAN port:
Internet Connection
WAN IP address, Subnet Mask, and ISP Gateway as well as
the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS being used.
4.3.3 Device Status
View the broadband router’s current configuration settings. The Device Status
displays the configuration settings where users have configured in the Quick Setup
Wizard/General Setup section.
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This page shows the broadband router’s current device
settings. This page displays the Broadband router LAN port’s
Device Status current LAN IP Address and Subnet Mask. It also shows
whether the DHCP Server function has being enabled or
disabled.
4.3.4 System Log
View the operation log of the system. All important system events are logged and users
can use this function to check the event log of the router.
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This page shows the current system log of the broadband
router. It displays any event occurred after system start up.
At the bottom of the page, the system log can be saved via
<Save> button to a local file for further processing. The
System Log
system log can be cleared by clicking <Clear> button.
Refresh the interface to update current situation, click on
<Refresh> button. When the system is powered down, the
system log will disappear if not saved to a local file.
4.3.5 Security Log
View any attempts that have been made to illegally gain access to the network. All
information about network and system security is kept here, and users can use this
function to check the security event log of the router.
This page shows the current security log of the broadband
router. It displays any illegal attempts to access the network.
At the bottom of the page, the security log can be saved via
<Save> button to a local file for further processing. The
Security Log
security log can be cleared by clicking <Clear> button.
Refresh the interface to update current situation, click on
<Refresh> button. When the system is powered down, the
security log will disappear if not saved to a local file.
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4.3.6 Active DHCP Client
View the LAN client's information that is currently linked to the broadband router's DHCP
server.
This page shows all DHCP clients (LAN PCs) currently
connected to the network. The “Active DHCP Client Table”
Active DHCP Client displays the IP address, the MAC address and Time Expired
of each LAN Client. Use the <Refresh> button to get the
most updated situation
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4.3.7 Statistics
View the statistics of packets sent and received on WAN, LAN and Wireless LAN.
Shows the counters of packets sent and received on WAN,
Statistics
LAN and Wireless LAN.
4.4 Configuration Backup and Restore
This page includes the basic configuration tools, such as Configuration Tools (save
or restore configuration settings), Firmware Upgrade (upgrade system firmware) and
Reset.
Use the "Backup" tool to save the Broadband router current
configuration to a file named "config.bin" on the PC. Users
can use the "Restore" tool to restore the saved configuration
Configuration Tools to the broadband router. Alternatively, users can use the
"Restore to Factory Defaults" tool to force the Broadband
router to perform a power reset and restore the original
factory settings.
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4.5 Firmware Upgrade
The system software used by this router is called as ‘firmware’. Just like any
applications on the computer, when users replace the old application with a new one,
the computer will be equipped with new function. Users can also use this firmware
upgrade function to add new functions to the router.
This tool allows user to upgrade the broadband router’s
system firmware. To upgrade the firmware of the broadband
router, users need to download the firmware file to the local
Firmware Upgrade
hard disk. Enter that file name and path in the appropriate
field on this page. Alternatively, use the <Browse> button to
find the firmware file.
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4.6 System Reset
Users can reset the router’s system should any problem exist. The reset function
essentially reboots the router’s system.
In the event that the system stops responding correctly or in
some way stops functioning, users can perform a reset. The
settings will not be changed. To perform the reset, click on
Reset the <Apply> button. Users will be asked to confirm your
decision. The reset will be complete when the power light
stops blinking. Once the reset process is complete users may
start using the router again.
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Chapter 5 Troubleshoot
Scenario Solution
Router is not 1. Please check the connection of power cord and network
responding when I cable of this router. All cords and cables should be
want to access it by correctly and firmly inserted to the router.
web browser 2. If all LEDs on this router are off, please check the status
of A/C power adapter, and make sure it’s correctly
powered.
3. You must use the same IP address range which router
uses.
4. Are you using MAC or IP address filter? Try to connect
the router by another computer and see if it works; if not,
please restore your router to factory default settings
(pressing ‘reset’ button for over 10 seconds).
5. Set your computer to obtain an IP address automatically
(DHCP), and see if your computer can get an IP
address.
6. If you did a firmware upgrade and this happens, contact
your dealer of purchase for help.
7. If all above solutions don’t work, contact the dealer of
purchase for help.
Can’t get connected 1. Go to ‘Status’ -> ‘Internet Connection’ menu, and check
to Internet Internet connection status.
2. If you connect a computer to Internet directly before, try
to do that again, and check if you can get connected to
Internet with your computer directly attached to the
device provided by your Internet service provider.
3. Check PPPoE / L2TP / PPTP user ID and password
again.
4. Call your Internet service provider and check if there’s
something wrong with their service.
5. If you just can’t connect to one or more website, but you
can still use other internet services, please check
URL/Keyword filter.
6. Try to reset the router and try again later.
7. Reset the device provided by your Internet service
provider too.
8. Try to use IP address instead of hostname. If you can
use IP address to communicate with a remote server,
but can’t use hostname, please check DNS setting.
I can’t locate my 1. ‘Broadcast ESSID’ set to off?
router by my wireless 2. All three antennas are properly secured.
client 3. Are you too far from your router?
4. Please remember that you have to input ESSID on your
wireless client manually, if ESSID broadcast is disabled.
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File download is very 1. Are you using QoS function? Try to disable it and try
slow or breaks again.
frequently 2. Try to reset the router and see if it’s better after that.
3. Try to know what computers are on your local network. If
someone’s transferring big files, other people will
experience slow Internet.
4. If this never happens before, call you Internet service
provider to know if there is something wrong with their
network.
I can’t log onto web 1. Make sure you’re connecting to the correct IP address of
management the router.
interface: password is 2. Password is case-sensitive. Make sure the ‘Caps Lock’
wrong light is not illuminated.
3. If you really forget the password, do a hard reset.
Router become hot 1. This is not a malfunction.
2. If you smell something wrong or see the smoke coming
out from router or A/C power adapter, please disconnect
the router and A/C power adapter from utility power
(make sure it’s safe before you’re doing this!), and call
your dealer of purchase for help.
The date and time of 1. Adjust the internal clock of router.
all event logs are
wrong
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Chapter 6 Glossary
Default Gateway (Router): Every non-router IP device needs to configure a default gateway’s IP address.
When the device sends out an IP packet, if the destination is not on the same network, the device has to
send the packet to its default gateway, which will then send it out towards the destination.
DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically gives every computer on the
home network an IP address.
DNS Server IP Address: DNS stands for Domain Name System, which allows Internet servers to have a
domain name (such as www.Broadbandrouter.com) and one or more IP addresses (such as 192.34.45.8).
A DNS server keeps a database of Internet servers and their respective domain names and IP addresses,
so that when a domain name is requested, the user is sent to the proper IP address. The DNS server IP
address used by the computers on the home network is the location of the DNS server assigned by the
ISP.
DSL Modem: DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. A DSL modem uses the existing phone lines to
transmit data at high speeds.
Ethernet: A standard for computer networks. Ethernet networks are connected by special cables and
hubs, and move data around at up to 10/100 million bits per second (Mbps).
Idle Timeout: Idle Timeout is designed so that when there is no traffic to the Internet for a pre-configured
amount of time, the connection will automatically be disconnected.
IP Address and Network (Subnet) Mask: IP stands for Internet Protocol. An IP address consists of a
series of four numbers separated by periods that identifies a single, unique Internet computer host in an IP
network. Example: 192.168.2.1. It consists of 2 portions: the IP network address, and the host identifier.
ISP Gateway Address: (see ISP for definition). The ISP Gateway Address is an IP address for the
Internet router located at the ISP's office.
ISP: Internet Service Provider. An ISP is a business that provides connectivity to the Internet for
individuals and other businesses or organizations.
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LAN: Local Area Network. A LAN is a group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively
small area (such as a house or an office). The home network is considered a LAN.
MAC Address: MAC stands for Media Access Control. A MAC address is the hardware address of a
device connected to a network. The MAC address is a unique identifier for a device with an Ethernet
interface. It is comprised of two parts: 3 bytes of data that corresponds to the Manufacturer ID (unique for
each manufacturer), plus 3 bytes that are often used as the product’s serial number.
NAT: Network Address Translation. This process allows all of the computers on the home network to use
one IP address. Using the broadband router’s NAT capability, users can access the Internet from any
computer on the home network without having to purchase more IP addresses from the ISP.
Port: Network Clients (LAN PC) uses port numbers to distinguish one network application/protocol over
another. Below is a list of common applications and protocol/port numbers:
Application Protocol Port Number
Telnet TCP 23
FTP TCP 21
SMTP TCP 25
POP3 TCP 110
H.323 TCP 1720
SNMP UCP 161
SNMP Trap UDP 162
HTTP TCP 80
PPTP TCP 1723
PC Anywhere TCP 5631
PC Anywhere UDP 5632
PPPoE: Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet. Point-to-Point Protocol is a secure data transmission
method originally created for dial-up connections and PPPoE is for Ethernet connections. PPPoE relies on
two widely accepted standards, Ethernet and the Point-to-Point Protocol. It is a communications protocol
for transmitting information over Ethernet between different manufacturers.
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Router: A router is an intelligent network device that forwards packets between different networks based
on network layer address information such as IP addresses.
Subnet Mask: A subnet mask, which may be a part of the TCP/IP information provided by the ISP, is a set
of four numbers (e.g. 255.255.255.0) configured like an IP address. It is used to create IP address
numbers used only within a particular network (as opposed to valid IP address numbers recognized by the
Internet, which must be assigned by InterNIC).
TCP/IP, UDP: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and Unreliable Datagram Protocol
(UDP). TCP/IP is the standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet. Both TCP and UDP are
transport layer protocol. TCP performs proper error detection and error recovery, and thus is reliable. UDP
on the other hand is not reliable. Both run on top of the IP (Internet Protocol), a network layer protocol.
WAN: Wide Area Network. A network that connects computers located in geographically separate areas
(e.g. different buildings, cities, countries). The Internet is a wide area network.
Web-based management Graphical User Interface (GUI): Many devices support a graphical user
interface that is based on the web browser. This means the user can use the familiar Netscape or
Microsoft Internet Explorer to Control/configure or monitor the device being managed.
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11N Wireless LAN Broadband Router

Model No.: SP916GN

1.1 Package Contents

y SP916GN 11n WLAN Broadband Router

1.2 Key Features

y High Internet Access throughput (Up to 150Mbps)

1.3 Safety Information

y This router is designed for indoor use only.

1.4 System Requirements

y Internet connection provided by xDSL or cable modem with a RJ-45 Ethernet

Interface z WAN Port: 1 x Port 10/100Mbps UTP

z LAN Ports: 4 x Port 10/100Mbps UTP

Antenna 2 x 3dBi Dipole Antenna

DHCP DHCP Server & Client

z VPN Pass-Through (IPSec, PPTP)

z Auto MDI/MDI-X for wired Ethernet ports

z Supports QoS (WMM, WMM-PS and WMM-SA)

Security Features z WEP (64/128 bit)

z WPA, WPA2 and WPA Radius

z Access Control List (MAC Addresses)

Status Log z DHCP Client Log

Management z Web-based Interface

2.1 Front Panel

LED Status Description

2.2 Back Panel

DC12V/1A Power connector for connecting to power source.

Press and hold this button for more than 10 seconds

LAN 1~4 Local Area Network (LAN) ports for 1 to 4.

WAN Wide Area Network (WAN) for Internet connection.

3.1 Build Network Connection

Step 3. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to an active outlet.

3.2 Connecting to Web-Based Management

3.2.1 IP Address Configuration

2. Enter ‘cmd’ command and click <OK>.

4.1 Quick Setup Wizard

Step 1: Time Zone

Click on <NEXT> to proceed to the next page: Broadband Type.

Fixed-IP xDSL ISP has given users an IP address already.

Step 2.1 Cable Modem

Step 2.2 Fixed-IP xDSL

Step 2.3 PPPoE xDSL

Step 2.4 PPTP xDSL

Step 2.6 Telstra Big Pond

Login Server The IP address of the login server.

4.2 General Setup

4.2.1.1 Time zone and Time Auto-synchronization

4.2.1.2 Password Setting

4.2.1.3 Remote Management

4.2.3.1 Static DHCP Leases Table

4.2.4.1 Basic Wireless Setting

Mode: Station – Infrastructure

Mode: AP Bridge-Point to Point

Mode: AP Bridge-Point to Multi-Point

Mode: AP Bridge – Universal Repeater

802.1x WEP Static key

WPA Pre-shared key

4.2.5.1 Edit QoS Rule

Network address translations solve the problem of sharing a single IP address to

4.2.6.1 Port Forwarding

4.2.6.3 Port Mapping for Special Applications

4.2.6.4 UPnP Setting

This function enables network auto-configuration for peer-to-peer communications.