User Manual Wireless AC1300 / N450 Gigabit Dual Band Media Bridge WLI-H4-D1300 www.buffalotech.
Contents Chapter 1 - Product Overview.......................................... 4 Package Contents.................................................................... 4 Hardware Overview.................................................................. 5 Front Panel LEDs............................................................................ 5 Back Panel...................................................................................... 7 Bottom.........................................................
Advanced........................................................................................ 27 WMM............................................................................................... 28 Admin Config............................................................................ 30 Name.............................................................................................. 30 Password........................................................................................ 31 Time/Date......
Appendix . .................................................................... 50 Specifications........................................................................... 50 Default Configuration Settings................................................. 53 Ethernet Converter Manager.................................................... 56 Ethernet Converter Manager Overview.......................................... 56 Opening and Closing Ethernet Converter Manager........................
Chapter 1 - Product Overview Package Contents The following items are included in your AirStation package. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender. • • • • • • • • WLI-H4-D1300............................................................................................................................... 1 AC adapter...................................................................................................................................... 1 Stands................................
Chapter 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel LEDs 1 2 3 4 1 AOSS / WPS button To initiate AOSS/WPS, hold down this button until the Wireless LED flashes (about 1 second). Then, push the AOSS or WPS button on your wireless access point to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on for this to work. 2 Wireless LED (Blue or Amber) On: Wireless LAN is enabled. Blinking: Wireless LAN is transmitting. 2 blinks: AirStation is waiting for an AOSS or WPS security key.
Chapter 1 Product Overview 3 4 5 GHz Fixed mode LED (Blue) On: Operating in 5 GHz band fixed mode. Off: 5 GHz band fixed mode is off. Buffalo LED (White or Red) On (White): Power is on. Off: Power is off. On (Red)*1: Booting. 2 blinks (Red)*2: Flash ROM error. 3 blinks (Red)*2: Wired Ethernet LAN error. 4 blinks (Red)*2: Wireless LAN error. 9 blinks (Red)*2: System error. Continuously blinking*1: Updating firmware, saving settings, or initializing settings.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Back Panel 5 6 8 7 9 5 5 GHz Fixed Mode button This button is used to enable or disable 5 GHz fixed mode. The operation mode is switched by pressing the button until the 5 GHz fixed mode LED turns on or off (about 1 second). 6 LAN Port 7 Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps,100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections. LAN LED (Green) On: An Ethernet device is connected.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Bottom 10 10 Reset button To reset all settings, hold down this button until the Buffalo LED turns red (about 3 seconds). The power must be on for this to work. Right Side 11 11 Mounting holes Mounting holes are provided for mounting the AirStation to a wall. Use the supplied screws in the holes to mount to a wall.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Vertical Placement Attach the stand as shown in the figure below. Stand Stand Horizontal Placement The same stand also allows horizontal placement. Install the stand as shown in the figure below.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Wall-Mounting Install with the supplied screws in the mounting holes of the AirStation as shown in the figure below. 85 mm (3.35 in.) Mounting holes Screws 50 mm (1.97 in.
Chapter 2 - Installation Initial Setup (one-touch connection) To configure your AirStation, follow the procedure below. 1 Turn on the AirStation, then wait one minute. AirStation Note : If the power does not turn on even when the AC adapter is connected, press the Power button on the rear of the AirStation. 1) Connect the power supply power outlet 2 Use a LAN cable to connect the LAN port on the AirStation to your computer, television, or other client device.
Chapter 2 Installation 3 Once your computer has booted, the AirStation’s LEDs should be lit as described below: Wireless 5 GHz Buffalo LAN On or blinking. On or off. White light on. Green light on or blinking. For LED locations, refer to chapter 1. 4 Press the WPS (or AOSS) button of the wireless router that you are currently using. Note : This example explains how to make a one-touch connection between the AirStation and your wireless router.
Chapter 2 Installation Manual Setup 1 Refer to Chapter 3 to open the configuration interface for the AirStation. 2 Click [Connect to AirStation (access point)]. 3 Click [Search]. 4 Choose your wireless router and click [Select]. 5 Enter the encryption type and encryption key. Click [Setup]. Note : If you cannot connect to the wireless router, double-check your encryption type and key. These settings must be the same for both the wireless router and the wireless bridge.
Chapter 3 - Configuration The web-based configuration tool lets you change the AirStation’s settings. Don’t change these settings unless you know what you’re doing. Installing the Ethernet Converter Manager (Windows) The Ethernet Converter Manager is required to display the AirStation configuration interface for a Windows computer. Use the procedure below to perform the installation. 1 Load the AirNavigator CD into your computer. 2 3 Click [Software installation].
Chapter 3 Configuration Setting the AirStation IP Address (Windows) The Ethernet Converter Manager can be used to change the IP address of the AirStation. If using a Windows computer, follow the procedure below to set the AirStation’s IP address. 1 Click [Start] > [All programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Ethernet Converter Manager]. 2 When this screen appears, enter the password, then click [OK]. Notes: · By default, the password is “password”.
Chapter 3 Configuration 4 Select “Acquire IP Address Automatically via DHCP”, then click [OK]. 5 Click [Yes].
Chapter 3 Configuration Accessing the Web-based Configuration Interface (Windows) To manually set the AirStation advanced settings from a Windows computer, use the procedure below to log into the AirStation Configuration interface. 1 Click [Start] > [All programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Ethernet Converter Manager]. 2 When this screen appears, enter the password, then click [OK]. Notes: · By default, the password is “password”.
Chapter 3 Configuration 4 Enter "admin" for the username and "password" for the password, then click [OK]. Note: 5 If the password was changed, enter the new password instead of the default. This is the configuration interface, where most wireless media bridge settings can be configured.
Chapter 3 Configuration Accessing the Web-based Configuration Interface (Mac OS X) To access the configuration interface of the AirStation from a Mac, the IP address of the AirStation is required. If you do not know the IP address, use the procedure below to access the configuration interface. Note: If you do not know the IP address of the AirStation, reset the AirStation. All settings will be changed to their default values. 1 Click [Apple menu] > [System Preferences…]. 2 Click [Network].
Chapter 3 Configuration Configuration Interface Menus The following settings may be changed from the configuration interface. Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item. Main screen Descriptions Page Configure the AirStation’s IP address. Page 22 WPS WPS Status and Settings. Page 23 AOSS AOSS Status and Settings. Page 24 Basic Configure basic wireless settings. Page 25 Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings.
Chapter 3 Configuration Setup Setup is the home page of the configuration interface. You can verify settings and the status of the AirStation here. Parameter Meaning LAN Config Displays the configuration screen for the LAN ports. Wireless Config Click this button to display the configuration screen for wireless settings. Admin Config Click this button to display the configuration screen for administration settings. Diagnostic Click this button to display the status of the AirStation.
Chapter 3 Configuration LAN Config LAN Configure LAN-side settings. Parameter Meaning LAN Side IP Address By default, the LAN side IP address is 1.1.1.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You may change it here. Default Gateway Set the default gateway IP address. DNS Server Address Set the DNS server IP address.
Chapter 3 Configuration Wireless Config WPS WPS Status and Settings. Parameter Meaning Initiates WPS automatic wireless configuration. Click this, then press or click the WPS button on your WPS-compatible wireless router. WPS Enable to use WPS automatic configuration. PIN cord method This uses the WPS PIN code system to obtain wireless security information from the wireless access point.
Chapter 3 Configuration AOSS AOSS Status and Settings. Parameter Meaning Initiates AOSS automatic wireless configuration. Click this, then press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS-compatible wireless router. Click this button to disconnect AOSS connections. Encryption Type Displays the Security Level setting for AOSS. AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Uncheck to disable the physical AOSS button on the AirStation.
Chapter 3 Configuration Basic Configure basic wireless settings from here. Parameter Meaning SSID The SSID may contain 1 - 32 alphanumeric characters. Wireless authentication Specifies the authentication method used when connecting to a wireless router. Encryption for wireless You may use any of the following types of encryption: Not encrypted Data is transmitted without encryption.
Chapter 3 Configuration Parameter Meaning AES AES is more secure than WEP, and faster. Use a pre-shared key to communicate with a wireless device. AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for wireless authentication. WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) A pre-shared key or passphrase is the password for your wireless connections. There are two different formats for a pre-shared key.
Chapter 3 Configuration Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings. Parameter Meaning MAC Address for wireless communication Select which MAC address is used for wireless communication. 802.11n protection Enable to use 802.11n protection. 802.11n protection gives priority to 802.11n devices in mixed mode (11b/g or 11a) networks. Output Power This sets the output of the wireless signal.
Chapter 3 Configuration WMM Set priorities for specific communications.
Chapter 3 Configuration Parameter Meaning WMM-EDCA Parameters You don't usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is recommended. Priority The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8, (High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order of priority. CWmin, CWmax The maximum and minimum value of the contention window.
Chapter 3 Configuration Admin Config Name Configure basic AirStation settings. Parameter Meaning AirStation Name Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).
Chapter 3 Configuration Password Configure the password to log in to the AirStation’s configuration interface. Parameter Meaning Administrator Name The name of the Administrator account is “admin”. Administrator Password The Administrator password may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).
Chapter 3 Configuration Time/Date Configure the AirStation’s internal clock. Parameter Meaning Local Date You may manually set the date of the AirStation’s internal clock. Local Time You may manually set the time of the AirStation’s internal clock. Time Zone Specify the time zone (offset of Greenwich Mean Time) of the AirStation's internal clock. DST (Daylight Saving Time) You may configure the AirStation to automatically use DST (Daylight Saving Time).
Chapter 3 Configuration NTP Configure an NTP server to automatically synchronize the AirStation’s internal clock. Parameter Meaning NTP Functionality Enable to use an NTP server. The default is Enabled. NTP Server Enter the name of the NTP server as a hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP address. Up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used. The default is “time. nist.gov”.
Chapter 3 Configuration Access Restrict access to the AirStation’s configuration interface. Parameter Meaning Log Output Enabling outputs a log of changes to access settings. Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN If enabled, prevents access to configuration interface from wirelessly connected devices (only wired devices may configure). Prohibit configuration from wired LAN If enabled, prevents access to configuration interface from wired devices (only wirelessly connected devices may configure).
Chapter 3 Configuration Log Transfer the AirStation’s logs to a syslog server. Parameter Meaning Log Transfer Enable to send logs to a syslog server. Syslog Server Identify the syslog server by hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP address. You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_). Logs Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server.
Chapter 3 Configuration Save/Restore Save AirStation settings as a file and restore from them later. Parameter Meaning Save current settings Clicking [Save] will save the current configuration of the AirStation to a file. If the [Encrypt the configuration file with a password] option is checked, then the configuration file will be password protected with the current administrator password.
Chapter 3 Configuration Initialize/Restart Initialize or restart the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Restart Click [Restart Now] to restart the AirStation. Initialize Click [Initialize Now] to initialize and restart the AirStation.
Chapter 3 Configuration Update Update the AirStation’s firmware. Parameter Meaning Firmware Version Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation. Update Method Specify Local File Updates from a firmware file stored on your computer. Automatic Update Online Automatically updates to the latest firmware available. Firmware File Name Click [Browse...] to navigate to the firmware file on your computer if [Specify Local File] was selected.
Chapter 3 Configuration Diagnostic System Info View system information for the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Model Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version. AirStation Name Displays the name of the AirStation. LAN Displays information about the LAN port. Wireless Displays the wireless status.
Chapter 3 Configuration Logs The AirStation’s logs are recorded here. Parameter Meaning Display log info Choose the types of logs to display. Logs Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation.
Chapter 3 Configuration Packet Info View packet transfer information. Parameter Meaning Sent Displays the number of packets sent to the wired LAN and the wireless LAN. Received Displays the number of packets received from the wired LAN and the wireless LAN.
Chapter 3 Configuration Client Monitor This screen shows devices that are connected to the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Client Monitor Displays information (MAC address, communication method, wireless authentication and 802.11n) for devices that are connected to the AirStation.
Chapter 3 Configuration Ping A ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device. Parameter Meaning Destination Address Enter the IP address or hostname of the device that you are testing communication with, then click [Execute]. The result will be displayed below.
Chapter 4 - TroubleShooting When connection to a wireless router is not possible • Turn the power for the wireless router off and then on again. • If the “5 GHz fixed mode” is enabled, turn it off. • Refer to Chapter 2 to connect this unit to a wireless router. • Move this unit closer to the wireless router. • Make sure that your client devices are configured to “obtain an IP address automatically from DHCP”. • Verify that your web browser is not set to use proxies.
Chapter 4 TroubleShooting TCP/IP Settings (Windows 7) To configure TCP/IP in Windows 7, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Start] > [Control Panel] > [Network and Internet]. 2 Click [Network and Sharing Center]. 3 Click [Change Adapter Settings] on the left side menu. 4 Right-click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties]. 5 If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue]. 6 Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] then click [Properties].
Chapter 4 TroubleShooting TCP/IP Settings (Windows Vista) To configure TCP/IP in Windows Vista, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel]. 2 Click [Network and Sharing Center]. 3 Click [Manage network connections] on the left side menu. 4 Right-click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties]. 5 If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue]. 6 Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)], then click [Properties].
Chapter 4 TroubleShooting TCP/IP Settings (Windows XP) To configure TCP/IP in Windows XP, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel]. 2 Double-click [Network]. 3 Right-click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties]. 4 Select [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)], then click [Properties]. 5 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically].
Chapter 4 TroubleShooting TCP/IP Settings (Mac OS X) To configure TCP/IP in Mac OS X, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Apple menu] > [System Preferences…]. 2 Click [Network]. 3 Click [Ethernet]. 4 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, select [Using DHCP] in the Configure IPv4 field. To set your IP address settings manually, select [Manually] in the Configure IPv4 field and enter values for each setting. Examples: If your AirStation’s IP address is 1.1.1.1, IP Address 1.1.1.
Chapter 4 TroubleShooting Other Tips Issue: I reset my AirStation to factory settings and forgot how to log in to the configuration interface. Answer: Open your browser, enter 1.1.1.1 as the browser address, and hit Enter. You will be prompted to log in. Enter “admin” for the username and “password” for the password. Click [OK] to log in. The option to reset your password will be available on the first page.
Appendix Specifications Wired LAN Interface Standard Compliance IEEE802.3ab (1000BASE-T), IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX), IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T) Transmission Rate 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps Transmission Encoding 1000 BASE-T 4DPAM5, 100 BASE-TX 4B5B/MLT-3, 10 BASE-T Manchester Cording Access Method CSMA/CD Speed and Flow Control 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps, Auto Sensing, Auto MDIX Number of LAN Port 4 LAN Port Connector RJ-45 Wireless LAN Interface Standard Compliance IEEE802.11ac (Draft 2.
Appendix Transmission Rate 802.11n/a/b/g 802.11n: 20 MHz BW (Long GI) 195, 175.5, 156, 117, 78, 58.5, 39, 19.5 Mbps (3 stream) 130, 117, 104, 78, 52, 39, 26, 13 Mbps (2 stream) 65, 58.5, 52, 39, 26, 19.5, 13, 6.5 Mbps (1 stream) 20 MHz BW (Short GI) 216.7, 195, 173.3, 130, 86.7, 65, 43.3, 21.7 Mbps (3 stream) 144.4, 130, 115.6, 86.7, 57.8, 43.3, 28.9, 14.4 Mbps (2 stream) 72.2, 65, 57.8, 43.3, 28.9, 21.7, 14.4, 7.2 Mbps (1 stream) 40 MHz BW (Long GI) 405, 364.5, 324, 243, 162, 121.
Appendix 802.11a Frequency Range USA Canada 5180-5240 MHz (Channels 36, 40, 44, 48) 802.
Appendix Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting LAN LAN Side IP Address Manual Setup 1.1.1.1 (255.255.255.0) Default Gateway none DNS Server Address none WPS Enabled List of wireless connections (WPS) none Encryption Type none AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Enabled SSID none Wireless Authentication Do not authenticate Encryption for wireless Not encrypted 11A/11G selection 11a only MAC Address for wireless communication Unit Address 802.
Appendix Feature Parameter WMM WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BK (Low) ) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BE (Normal) ) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_VI (High) ) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_VO (Highest) ) Default Setting For AP For STA CWmin 15 15 CWmax 1023 1023 AIFSN 7 7 TXOP Limit 0 0 Admission Control ----- Disabled For AP For STA CWmin 15 15 CWmax 63 1023 AIFSN 3 3 TXOP Limit 0 0 Admission Control ----- Disabled For AP For STA CWmin 7 7 CWmax 15
Appendix Feature Parameter Default Setting Access Log Output Disabled Limitation Item Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Disabled Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Disabled Log Transfer Disabled Syslog Server none Logs IP Filter, DHCP Client, AOSS, Wireless, Authentication, Setting Changes, System Boot, NTP Client, Wired Link, and System Update Method Specify Local File Firmware Update Reminder Enabled Remind Time Automatic Log Update - 55 -
Appendix Ethernet Converter Manager Ethernet Converter Manager Overview Ethernet Converter Manager is a tool to manage your AirStation. It lets you change the AirStation’s IP address. To install the this software, insert the Air Navigator CD into your computer. On the setup screen, click [Software installation]. Opening and Closing Ethernet Converter Manager To start Ethernet Converter Manager, click [Start] > [All programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Ethernet Converter Manager].
Appendix Select LAN Adapter screen Select which LAN adapter will be used to set up the AirStation. This screen is displayed if your computer has more than one NIC or other LAN devices. Choose a LAN adapter that is connected to the same network as the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Refresh Click this button to update the list. Select Highlight your LAN Adapter, then click this button to configure the AirStation. Exit Closes the Ethernet Converter Manager.
Appendix Select Ethernet Converter If you have multiple AirStations on the network, they’ll all be displayed here. Choose your AirStation from the list and highlight it. Click [Select]. Parameter Meaning Refresh Click this button to search and view the list of the AirStations that can be configured with this software. Connect automatically when only one Ethernet Converter is detected Check this option to skip this screen when there is only one AirStation that can be configured.
Appendix Main Screen Change your AirStation’s IP address or other settings from this window. Parameter Meaning Options > Launch Web Setting screen Displays the AirStation’s Web configuration interface. Note: If your PC and the AirStation are on different network subnets, then the IP address configuration screen is displayed instead. Options > Modify IP Address... Displays the IP address configuration screen. Options > Switch a/g Mode... This is not supported feature for this product.
Appendix Parameter Meaning Options > Back to Ethernet Converter Takes you back to the AirStation selection screen. Selection Options > About Displays the version number of your Ethernet Converter Manager. Connection Settings Display the access point connection settings screen. Exit Close Ethernet Converter Manager.
Appendix Modify IP Address Screen Modify the AirStation’s IP address. Parameter Meaning Acquire IP Address Automatically via DHCP Check this option to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server. IP Address / Subnet Mask If DHCP is not enabled, you can enter an IP address and subnet mask for the AirStation manually.
Appendix Connection Settings Configure your access point’s wireless connection settings. Parameter Meaning Scan Click this button to search for available access points. SSID Select an access point to connect to. Double-click on an access point’s SSID to select it. Encryption method Select the type of encryption to use. Encryption Key Enter the AP’s encryption key.
Appendix Regulatory Compliance Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix Industry Canada statement: Industrie Canada déclaration: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Appendix Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Appendix Česky [Czech] Buffalo Technology Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento AirStation WLI-H4-D1300 je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede Buffalo Technology Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr AirStation WLI-H4-D1300 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Deutsch [German] Hiermit erklärt Buffalo Technology Inc.
Appendix Lietuvių [Lithuanian] Šiuo Buffalo Technology Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis AirStation WLI-H4-D1300 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. Nederlands [Dutch] Hierbij verklaart Buffalo Technology Inc. dat het toestel AirStation WLI-H4-D1300 in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/ EG. Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, Buffalo Technology Inc.
Appendix Taiwan: SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot, and product could be used in typical laptop computer with USB slot. Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified and may not comply with related RF exposure rules and such use shall be prohibited. Safety This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.
Appendix Environmental Information • The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. • The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. • In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
