AboCom Systems, Inc. WR5510 WLAN 802.11b/g/n Router User’s Manual Release 1.0 AboCom systems, Inc.
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Table of Content CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION..............................................................................2 Features......................................................................................................................................... 2 CHAPTER 2: ABOUT OPERATION MODES .......................................................2 Router Mode ................................................................................................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction The wireless router will be the corner stone of retail push. The router will be a low cost “turn key” solution to allow us to offer a 802.11b/g/n router at retail at a low price point to draw traffic. The Wireless Router is a draft 802.11n/b/g compliant Wireless Broadband Router with 4-port Fast Ethernet Switch. With the advanced MIMO technology, it can support the data transmission rate 6 times more (up to 150 Mbps) and the coverage 3 times more than IEEE 802.11b/g devices.
Chapter 2: About Operation Modes This device provides operational applications with Router, AP and Wireless ISP 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 desired by the manufacturer as described in the following sections. The default setting mode is Router mode. Router Mode In this mode, the device is supposed to connect to internet via ADSL/Cable Modem.
Chapter 2: About Operation Modes 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 the Internet access if only the Access Point has the Internet connection.
Chapter 2: About Operation Modes Wireless ISP In this mode, all Ethernet ports are bridged together and the wireless client will connect to ISP access point. The NAT is enabled and PCs in Ethernet ports share the same IP to ISP through wireless LAN. You must set the wireless to client mode first and connect to the ISP AP in Site-Survey page. The connection type can be setup in WAN page by using PPPOE, DHCP client, PPTP client , L2TP client or static IP.
Chapter 3: Configuration Chapter 3: Configuration Hardware Mounting The Wireless Router is designed to arrange 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 the appending two screws on the flat surface until only 1/4'' screws is showing. 4. Then, hang the Wireless Router onto the screws.
Chapter 3: Configuration Hardware Connection 1. 2. 3. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the Wireless Router, another end to your PC or notebook. Then, connect another Ethernet cable one end to the Internet port of the Wireless Router, the other end to the ADSL or cable modem. Finally, connect the Wireless Router with a power to an outlet. Login 1. 2. 3. Start your computer and make sure the connection by an Ethernet cable between your computer and the Wireless Router.
Chapter 3: Configuration 4. After connected successfully, the following screen will show up. After login successfully, please click the Setup Wizard item that provides a primary configuration of this device. You may enter each screen to change the default settings step by step.
Chapter 3: Configuration If you cannot connect... If the Wireless Router does not respond, please check following: • The Wireless Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is already powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: • Please go to Start>Run…> Enter “cmd” command in the column to open the MS-DOS window. • Enter the command: ping 192.168.1.
Chapter 3: Configuration Common Connection Types Cable Modems Type Details ISP Data required Dynamic IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you connect to you ISP. Usually, none. However, some ISP's may require you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name, or MAC (physical) address. Static (Fixed) IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
Chapter 3: Configuration Setup Wizard The setup wizard will guide you to configure access point for first time. Please follow the setup wizard step by step. Step 1- Operation mode User can select the operation modes here to LAN and WLAN interface for NAT and bridging function.
Chapter 3: Configuration Step 2- Time Zone Setting NTP Settings Enable NTP client update Automatically Adjust Daylight Saving Check the box to synchronize the time with the host PC. Check the box to automatically adjust daylight saving. Time Zone Select the time zone area that you located from the pull-down list. NTP Server Enter the Network Time Protocol Server here. Ex: time.nist.gov, ntp0.broad.mit.edu, or time.stdtime.gov.tw.
Chapter 3: Configuration Step 4- WAN Interface Setup WAN Access Type DHCP Client If the DHCP Client connection be selected, the PC will obtain the IP address automatically. Static IP If the Static IP be selected, user have to set up the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway according to the ISP (Internet Service Provider) that provided the related information. IP Address: Enter the WAN IP address provided by your ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask here.
Chapter 3: Configuration If the PPPoE be selected, user have to set up the user name and password according to the ISP that provided the related information. User Name: Enter the username that provide by your ISP provider. Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Password: Enter the password that provide by your ISP provider. Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive).
Chapter 3: Configuration and password according to the ISP that provided the related information. IP Address: Enter the WAN IP address provided by your ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask here. Server IP Address: Enter the L2TP Server IP Address in this column. User Name: Maximum input is 20 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Password: Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Step 5- Wireless Basic Settings Band Select 2.4 GHz (B+G+N), 2.4 GHz (B), 2.4 GHz (G), 2.
Chapter 3: Configuration Step 6- Wireless Security Setup Select desired security type from the pull-down menu None, WEP, WPA(TKIP), WPA2(AES) and WPA2 Mixed. The default setting is None. It is strongly recommended to set up security mode (WEP, WPA(TKIP), WPA2(AES) and WPA2 Mixed) to prevent any unauthorized accessing. Both your PC and the Wireless Router must have the same settings for security. WEP Security Mode Key Length: select key length 64-bit or 128-bit.
Chapter 3: Configuration Pre-Shared Key : Pre-Shared Key serves as a password. Users may key in 8 to 63 characters string if you selected passphrase. Pre-shared key format to set the passwords or leave it blank, in which the 802.1x Authentication will be activated. Make sure the same password is used on client's end. LAN IP Address Shows the IP address of the Wireless Router (Default IP address is 192.168.1.254.) Subnet Mask The subnet mask of the Wireless Router (Default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
Chapter 3: Configuration Show Client Click to show Active DHCP Client Table. Static DHCP Refresh: Click this button to refresh the table. Close: Click this button to close the window. Check the box to enable the Static DHCP function, default setting is disabled. When set to enabled, user can click Static DHCP button to set the Static DHCP function. Domain Name Clone MAC Address IP Address: Enter the fixed IP address that DHCP Server assigned to a certain connected station.
Chapter 3: Configuration Password User Name New Password Confirmed Password Key in a new login user name in the blank field. Maximum input is 36 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive.) Key in the password again to confirm.
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Chapter 3: Configuration Wireless General Setup Disable Wireless LAN Interface Band Check to disable the wireless function. You can choose one mode of the following you need. 2.4GHz (B): 802.11b supported rate only. 2.4GHz (G): 802.11g supported rate only. 2.4GHz (N): 802.11n supported rate only. 2.4GHz (B+G): 802.11b supported rate and 802.11g supported rate. 2.4GHz (G+N): 802.11g supported rate and 802.11n supported rate. 2.4GHz (B+G+N): 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n supported rate. The default is 2.
Chapter 3: Configuration Control Sideband Channel Number Broadcast SSID WMM Data Rate Associated Clients Enable Mac Clone (Single Ethernet Client) form 1~11 and auto. Default is 20MHz/40MHz. You can select Lower or Upper form the pull-down list. The channel number base on the channel width you select. Enabled: This wireless AP will broadcast its SSID to stations. Disabled: This wireless AP will not broadcast its SSID to stations.
Chapter 3: Configuration RTS Threshold 256 to 2346. The default value is 2346. RTS Threshold is a mechanism implemented to prevent the “Hidden Node” problem. If the “Hidden Node” problem is an issue, please specify the packet size. The RTS mechanism will be activated if the data size exceeds the value you set. Warning: Enabling RTS Threshold will cause redundant network overhead that could negatively affect the throughput performance instead of providing a remedy.
Chapter 3: Configuration Refresh Connect Check this button to refresh all the Site Survey statistics. Under the Client mode and select a site that you would like to communicate, and then click the Connect button. Security Select desired security type from the pull-down menu Disable, WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA-Mixed. The default setting is Disable. It is strongly recommended to set up security mode (WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA-Mixed) to prevent any unauthorized accessing.
Chapter 3: Configuration Key Length: select key length 64-bit or 128-bit. RADIUS Server IP Address: Enter the RADIUS Server’s IP Address provided by your ISP. RADIUS Server Port: Enter the RADIUS Server’s port number provided by your ISP. The default is 1812. RADIUS Server Password: Enter the password that the AP shares with the RADIUS Server. WPA Authentication Mode: Personal (Pre-Shared Key). WPA Cipher Suite: here supported AES only.
Chapter 3: Configuration WPA2 Cipher Suite: here supported AES only. Pre-Shared Key Format: There are two formats for choice to set the Pre-shared key, Passphrase and Hex (64 characters). If Hex is selected, users will have to enter a 64 characters string. For easier configuration, the Passphrase (at least 8 characters) format is recommended. Pre-Shared Key : Pre-Shared Key serves as a password. Users may key in 8 to 63 characters string if you selected passphrase.
Chapter 3: Configuration To use WDS function: 1. The APs must support WDS function. 2. (To set WDS must use the same wireless products (the same model will be better); due to different wireless products might support different WDS settings. Thus, it is suggested that to use the same wireless products that support WDS function.) 3. To set the same SSID and channel on the APs. 4. To set the same Wireless MAC address(BSSID) on the APs. 5. To set same security (WEP or WPA) on the APs.
Chapter 3: Configuration Step 2: Enter Wireless MAC (BSSID) address to each other. (According to the WDS mode that user selected, for example, Lazy mode is unnecessary to enter another AP’s MAC address.) Enable WDS Check the box to enable the WDS function. MAC Address MAC Address: Enter the Wireless BSSID (MAC) of the wireless AP that you want to connect with. To check your wireless router’s MAC address, please go to Status > Wireless Configuration to find your BSSID (Wireless MAC address).
Chapter 3: Configuration Set Security Enable the WDS function and then click Set Security button to set up the WDS security. WDS Security Setup Encryption: Select the encryption type None, WEP 64 bits, WEP 128 bits, WPA (TKIP) and WPA2 (AES) from the pull-down menu. WEP Key Format: For WEP 64 bits and WEP 128 bits encryption type, the selection of WEP Key Format are Hex and ASCII. WEP Key: If select Hex if you are using hexadecimal numbers (0-9, or A-F).
Chapter 3: Configuration Delete Selected Click Delete Selected to delete the selected AP information. Delete All Click Delete All to delete all the items. Reset Click Reset to restore the settings. Access Control Wireless Access Control Mode Select Allow Listed or Deny Listed form the pull-down menu to enable access control function. Default setting is Disable. MAC Address Enter the MAC address of a station that is allowed to access this Access Point.
Chapter 3: Configuration WPS Disable WPS Check the box to Disable the WPS function, default setting is Enabled. WPS Status Here shows the current status of the WPS function. Self-PIN Number Here shows the PIN code of the router itself. Push Button Configuration Click Start PBC button to make a WPS connection with client. Client PIN Number Enter the client PIN code into the blank field then click the Start PIN button to make a WPS connection with client.
Chapter 3: Configuration Advanced Access Control Enable Port Filtering Check to enable this port filtering function. Port Range For TCP and UDP Services, enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the service. If the service uses a single port number, enter it in both the start and finish fields. Protocol Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or Both) used to the remote system or service. Comment You may key in a description for the port range.
Chapter 3: Configuration Dynamic DNS Enable DDNS Check to enable the DDNS function. Service Provider Select the desired DDNS Service Provider DynDNS, TZO or Oray from the pull-down list. Domain Name Here shows the domain name of the service provider. User Name/Email Password/Key Apply Change Reset Enter your email that you registered in service provider website. (You can refer to below Note information to apply a account form the service provider website.
Chapter 3: Configuration Enable DMZ Check the box to enable DMZ function. If the DMZ Host Function is enabled, it means that you set up DMZ host at a particular computer to be exposed to the Internet so that some applications/software, especially Internet / online game can have two-way connections. DMZ Host IP Address Enter the IP address of a particular host in your LAN which will receive all the packets originally going to the WAN port/Public IP address above.
Chapter 3: Configuration Comment You may key in a description MAC address. Apply Changes After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Reset Click Reset button to restore to default values. Current Port Forwarding Table Delete Selected Shows the current Port Forwarding information. Delete All Click Delete All button to delete all the items. Reset Click Reset button to rest. Click Delete Selected button to delete items which are selected.
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Chapter 3: Configuration DHCP Client If the DHCP Client connection be selected, the PC will obtain the IP address automatically. Host Name: Enter the host name here. MTU Size: The most appropriate MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) namely the maximum packet size, the default value is 1492 for your application. Reducing the packet size can help connecting to certain web sites or speeding up packet transfer rate. If the incorrect packet size is entered, you may not be able to open certain web sites.
Chapter 3: Configuration If the PPPoE be selected, user have to set up the user name and password according to the ISP that provided the related information. User Name: Enter the username that provide by your ISP provider. Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Password: Enter the password that provide by your ISP provider. Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Service Name: Enter the Internet service provider name in the column.
Chapter 3: Configuration IP Address: Enter the WAN IP address provided by your ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask here. Server IP Address: Enter the PPTP Server IP Address in this column. User Name: Maximum input is 20 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Password: Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). L2TP If the L2TP be selected, user have to set up the server IP address, user name and password according to the ISP that provided the related information.
Chapter 3: Configuration DoS Setting Enable DoS Prevention DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood your Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The Wireless Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks. This screen allows you to configure DoS protection. Check the box to enable the DoS settings.
Chapter 3: Configuration Select All After you enabled the DoS prevention, you can click to select all DoS preventions. Clear All After you enabled the DoS prevention, you can click to uncheck all DoS preventions. Apply Changes After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Change button to save current settings.
Chapter 3: Configuration Administrator Remote Management Enable Web Server Access via WAN Check to enable remote control function. Port Number Enter the port number in the field. Server Access Select LAN/WAN, LAN or WAN from the pull-down menu. Secured Client Select All to allow remote control clients to access the wireless router or enter certain client’s IP address to allow the remote management.
Chapter 3: Configuration Bandwidth Mgmt Enable Bandwidth Management Check the box to enable this function. If the DMZ Host Function is enabled, it means that you set up DMZ host at a particular computer to be exposed to the Internet so that some applications/software, especially Internet / online game can have two-way connections. You can select automatic or manual uplink speed. Automatic Uplink Speed Check the box to enable the automatic uplink speed function.
Chapter 3: Configuration Config File Save Settings to File Load Settings form File Reset Settings to Default Click the Save button to save the current settings file in the PC. Click the Browse button to find and open the previous saved file (the browser will display to correct file path.) Then, click Upload button to upload the previous file. Click Reset button to set the device back to default settings.
Chapter 3: Configuration Logs Enable Log Check to enable logging function. System all Activates all logging functions. Wireless Only logs related to the wireless LAN will be recorded. DoS Only logs related to the DoS protection will be recorded. Enable Remote Log Only logs related to the Remote control will be recorded. Log Server IP address Only logs related to the server will be recorded.
Chapter 3: Configuration IP Filtering Enable IP Filtering Check to enable IP filtering function. Local IP Address Enter the local server’s IP address. Protocol Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or Both) used to the remote system or service. Comment You may key in a description for the port range. Apply Changes After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Reset Click Reset button to restore to default values.
Chapter 3: Configuration MAC Filtering Enable MAC Filtering MAC Address Comment Apply Changes Reset Current Filter Table Delete Selected Delete All Reset Check to enable MAC filtering function. Enter the client MAC address in the field. You may key in a description MAC address. After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Click Reset button to restore to default values. Shows the current MAC filter information.
Chapter 3: Configuration URL Filtering Enable URL Filtering URL Address Apply Changes Reset Current Filter Table Delete Selected Delete All Reset Check to enable URL filtering function. Enter the URL address in the field. After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Click Reset button to restore to default values. Shows the current URL address filter information. Click Delete Selected button to delete items which are selected.
Chapter 3: Configuration Statistics This page shows the packet counters for transmission and reception regarding to wireless and Ethernet networks.
Chapter 3: Configuration Current Time Time Zone Select Enable NTP client update Automatically Adjust Daylight Saving NTP server Manual IP setting Apply Change Reset Refresh Enter the current time of this wireless router or click the Copy Computer Time button to insert the time automatically. Select the local time zone from the pull-down menu. Check to enable NTP (Network Time Protocol Server) client update function. Check the box to enable this function.
Chapter 4: PC Configuration Chapter 4: PC Configuration Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: • • • TCP/IP network settings Internet Access configuration Wireless configuration Windows Clients • • • This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless Router. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
Chapter 4: PC Configuration 3. 4. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below. Using DHCP • • To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Chapter 4: PC Configuration • If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enters the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK. Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. 2. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: 3. 4. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button.
Chapter 4: PC Configuration Using DHCP • • To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP address from the Wireless Router. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
Chapter 4: PC Configuration Accessing AOL To access AOL (America On Line) through the Wireless Router, the AOL for Windows software must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up connection. The configuration process is as follows: 1. Start the AOL for Windows communication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or later. This procedure will not work with earlier versions. 2. Click the Setup button. 3.
Chapter 4: PC Configuration Other Unix Systems To access the Internet via the Wireless Router: • • Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the Wireless Router. Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct. Wireless Station Configuration • • This section applies to all wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Router 's access point, regardless of the operating system that is used on the client.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Appendix A: Troubleshooting Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. General Problems Problem 1: Solution 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Router to configure it.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting • Problem 2: Solution 2: If the Wireless Router is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem etc) to see that it is working correctly. Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Router. The Wireless Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not transparent. Use the Content Filter Settings feature to allow the use of Internet applications, which do not function correctly.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting • RF Shielding Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close to the Wireless Router.
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs Appendix B: About Wireless LANs BSS BSS A group of Wireless Stations and a single Access Point, all using the same ID (SSID), form a Basic Service Set (BSS). Using the same SSID is essential. Devices with different SSIDs are unable to communicate with each other. Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. • • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used.
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs WPA/WPA2 WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is more secure than WEP. It uses a “Shared Key” which allows the encryption keys to be regenerated at a specified interval. There are several encryption options: TKIP, AES, TKIP-AES and additional setup for RADIUS is required in this method. The most important features beyond WPA to become standardized through 802.11i/WPA2 are: preauthentication, which enables secure fast roaming without noticeable signal latency.
