User Manual for Professional Firmware WZR-HP-G450H Nfiniti High Power Wireless N Router & Access Point www.buffalotech.com 35012039 ver.
Introduction 1. 1.1. Welcome 1.2. LED Specifications 1.3. Device Configuration 1.3.1. Factory Settings 1.3.2. Initial Operation 2. Configuration via the Web Interface 2.1. Preparation 2.2. Web Interface Access 2.3. Web Interface Structure 2.3.1. Setup 2.3.1.1. Basic Configuration 2.3.1.2. Dynamic DNS (DynDNS or DDNS) 2.3.1.3. MAC Address Cloning 2.3.1.4. Advanced Routing 2.3.1.5. Networking 2.3.1.6. EoIP Tunnel 2.3.2. Wireless 2.3.2.1. Basic Settings 2.3.2.2. Wireless Security 2.3.2.3. AOSS/WPS 2.3.2.4.
2.3.8.5. Bandwidth 2.3.8.6. SysInfo 3. Use Cases 3.1. Access Point 3.1.1. Access Point with NAT / DHCP 3.1.1. Access Point attached to a network / Internet gateway 3.2. Wireless Client 3.3. Wireless Client Bridge 3.4. FTP Server 3.4.1. Examples 3.4.2. Logging into the FTP server 3.4.3. Common FTP commands 4. GPL Statement 4.1. GNU General Public License 4.1.1. Preamble 4.1.2. GNU General Public License – Terms and Conditions or Copying, Distribution and Modification 4.1.3.
1. Introduction 1.1. Welcome This AirStation wireless router comes with two different firmware packages. You may use either the dd-wrt-based Professional firmware or the simple User-friendly firmware. By default, the Professional firmware is preinstalled for US/EU products, and the User-friendly firmware is preinstalled for Asia-Pacific products. If you're using the user-friendly firmware, please click on the link on the left side. 1.2.
Because all relevant settings can be made using the web interface, this manual refers to configuration via the web GUI only. 2. Configuration via the Web Interface The router contains an integrated web server that provides an easy to use web interface. It allows configuration, administration, and status checking in a simple but effective way. When accessing the web GUI for the first time, change the default username and password.
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2.3.1. Setup 2.3.1.1. Basic Configuration Setup Assistant The setup assistant provides a step-by-step interface for basic router configuration. This configures most common settings automatically. WAN Setup Here you’ll find the most important settings to configure your internet access and WAN port. DHCP is enabled by default, but you can also use PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, static IP, or HeartBeat Signal. If you don’t use a password to log in to your ISP, you may need to enter “0000” for the password.
The router’s firmware offers presets for the most common DynDNS services plus an option to define individual settings. DynDNS Service Description Disabled Default, no DynDNS DynDNS.org freedns.afraid.org ZoneEdit.com No-IP.com 3322.org easyDNS.com TZO.com DynSIP.org Custom 2.3.1.3. Individual DynDNS service configuration MAC Address Cloning MAC address cloning lets you assign a different MAC address to the router than the one encoded in the hardware. 2.3.1.4.
Bridging By default, one bridge (br0) is defined and active. In this section you can define additional bridges and change the interface assignment according to your requirements. Bonding Bonding offers the ability to “bond” interfaces together. Bonding can be used to enhance throughput or provide failover capabilities. Port Setup The port setup section allows further configuration of the routers network interfaces.
WDS AP WDS AP is the AP side for WDS AP <-> WDS Station. A WDS AP allows connections from WDS Stations and Wireless Clients. Wireless Network Mode Defines the IEEE802.11 networking mode. Mode Description Disabled Interface is disabled Mixed 2.4 GHz 802.11b / 802.11g / 802.11n mixed mode B-Only 2.4 GHz 802.11b mode (802.11g and 802.11n devices cannot connect) G-Only 2.4 GHz 802.11g mode (802.11b, and devices cannot connect) BG-Mixed 2.4 GHz 802.11b & 802.11g mixed mode (802.
Security Mode Mode Description Disabled No encryption set (not recommended!) WPA Personal WPA encryption with a passphrase (text password) WPA Enterprise (AP only) WPA encryption with Radius Client authentication according to 802.1x WPA2 Personal WPA2 encryption with a passphrase (text password) WPA2 Enterprise (AP only) WPA2 encryption with Radius Client authentication according to 802.
TKIP + AES Mixed mode – offers best compatibility but doesn’t work in all environments If RADIUS security is used, the MAC address format has to be set accordingly. RADIUS MAC format options Description aabbcc-ddeeff Standard aabbccddeeff aa:bb:cc:dd:ee:ff aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff 2.3.2.3. AOSS/WPS AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure Setup) is Buffalo Technology’s system to automatically connect wireless clients to an access point.
2.3.3. Services 2.3.3.1. Services The services section allows the configuration of basic service settings. Telnet and SSH can be configured this way. Remote access options are configured in the Administration section. Available DHCP Server Domains Description WAN Standard LAN / WLAN Rflow / MACupd Interface Options Description LAN & WLAN Standard LAN WLAN 2.3.3.2.
PPTP When defining the PPTP server’s IP range, avoid overlap with the range of IP addresses handed out by DHCP if DHCP is enabled. The IP range is defined using the following syntax: xxx.xxx.xxx.- for example 192.168.1.
for example testuser * test * Be careful enabling anonymous login. If anonymous login is enabled, everyone accessing your network has permission to read and write data. 2.3.3.7. Hotspot Most hotspot software requires a server to store user settings and login information. Please note that Sputnik is a commercial hotspot service that requires an agreement with Sputnik for usage. 2.3.3.8. Milkfish SIP Router This package is an implementation of the Milkfish SIP router. 2.3.3.9.
2.3.6.2. Port Range Forwarding Port range forwarding works similarly to port forwarding. Unlike port forwarding, instead of a single port, a range of ports is forwarded to the same range of ports at the internal target IP address. 2.3.6.3. Port Triggering Port triggering is a kind of port range forwarding where outgoing traffic on specific ports enables previously defined port forwards for the activating device.
2.3.7.2. Keep Alive Keep-Alive lets you configure monitoring options that automatically reboot the router if a service malfunction causes it to fail to respond. 2.3.7.3. Commands Entering Linux commands is one of the most powerful ways to access the router’s functionality. This enables you to access services and configure options that are not accessible via the Web GUI. Using shell commands can lead to unexpected results. Use them with utmost care.
2.3.8.3. LAN Here you can find LAN-related information like active clients and DHCP clients. 2.3.8.4. Wireless The wireless LAN status screen displays the current wireless LAN interface configuration, wireless LAN clients (in AP modes), and access points (in client modes). If there’s more than one wireless LAN interface, you can switch between them via the interface pull down menu. 2.3.8.5.
3. Use Cases The following use cases relate to the most commonly used router configurations. The related router configuration is explained step by step. 3.1. Access Point Access Point (AP, sometimes also called “Infrastructure Mode”) is the mode where the router is also the central wireless hub that connects to the LAN and provides access to wireless devices. These wireless clients of the AP can communicate with each other and with wired devices on the network such as the Internet.
In the “Antenna Gain“ field, please enter the gain of the antenna on your router. The firmware will adjust the transmit power accordingly to meet regulatory requirements. Please keep in mind that very long cables can dampen the HF signal thus reducing the usable antenna gain. Configure “Wireless Mode“ to “AP“ Set your desired wireless mode in “Wireless Network Mode“. Please note that mixed modes will lead to reduced performance because of maintaining compatibility.
Wireless -> Wireless Security Choose and configure your desired security mode. Please note that WEP is insecure and should only be used if no other option is available. Click “Apply Settings“ You can now connect the router to the Internet and your local network. If you’re running a DHCP server in your LAN, connected wireless devices will get their IP addresses from the server. 3.2. Wireless Client The router can be also used as a wireless LAN client.
Time Settings o Choose your time zone. Click “Save“. Wireless -> Basic Settings In the “Antenna Gain“ field, please enter the gain of your AirStation’s antenna. The firmware will adjust the transmit power automatically to meet regulatory requirements. Please note that the use of a long extension cable for your antenna will reduce the usable antenna gain. Configure “Wireless Mode“ to “Client“. Configure “Wireless Network Mode” to match the capabilities of the access point you want to connect to.
Setup -> Basic Setup WAN Setup o Choose “Disabled” for “Connection Type” (this will be set automatically). Network Setup o Enter the desired LAN-side IP address for the router into “Router IP”. o “Disable“ “DHCP Server”. Time Settings o Choose your time zone. Click “Save”. Wireless -> Basic Settings In the “Antenna Gain” field, please enter the gain of your AirStation’s antenna. The firmware will adjust the transmit power automatically to meet regulatory requirements.
3.4. FTP Server The router can be used as an FTP server when a USB disk (such as a hard disk or flash memory device) is connected to the USB port on the rear of the router. 3.4.1. Examples Services -> USB ･Make the settings in the USB Support section, then click [Apply Settings]. Examples: Core USB Support USB 1.1 Support (UHCI) USB 1.1 Support (OHCI) USB 2.
･Connect a USB disk to the router. After a short wait, the disk information is displayed in the Disk Info section. Services -> NAS ･Make the settings in the ProFTPD section, and click [Apply Settings]. Setting example: ProFTPD Server Port Files Directory Allow Write User Password List Anonymous Login (Read-only) Enable 21 /mnt Enable buffalo 12345678 Disable Separate the username (example: buffalo) and password (example: 12345678) with a space.
3.4.2. Logging into the FTP server ･Open a command prompt window. ･Enter “ftp 192.168.11.1” to access the FTP server. ･Enter the username, and press the Enter key. ･Enter the password, and press the Enter key. ･When the login is successful, “ftp>” appears on the screen. ･To logout, enter the “bye” command. 3.4.3.
delete mdelete Deletes a file on the remote computer Deletes multiple files on the remote computer rename Renames a file on the remote computer help Displays the Help for FTP commands Exits FTP bye - 26 - delete test1.jpg mdelete test1.jpg test2.jpg test3.jpg rename test1.jpg new1.
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User Manual for User-friendly Firmware Nfiniti High Power Wireless Router & Access Point WZR-HP-G450H www.buffalotech.com 35012041 ver.
Contents Chapter 1 - Product Overview.......................................... 6 Features................................................................................... 6 AirNavigator CD Requirements................................................ 8 450 Mbps High Speed Mode.................................................... 8 Package Contents.................................................................... 8 Hardware Overview..................................................................
Configuration Interface Menus in Router Mode....................... 28 Configuration Interface Menus in Bridge Mode........................ 30 Setup........................................................................................ 32 Internet/LAN (LAN Config)....................................................... 34 Internet (Router Mode only)............................................................ 34 PPPoE (Router Mode only).............................................................
Disk management........................................................................... 74 Shared Folder................................................................................. 76 User Management.......................................................................... 78 Shared Service............................................................................... 79 Web Access.................................................................................... 80 Media Server....................
Manual Setup........................................................................... 108 Windows 7 (WLAN AutoConfig)...................................................... 108 Windows Vista (WLAN AutoConfig)................................................ 109 Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration).................................... 112 Mac OS X (AirPort)......................................................................... 113 Maximizing the Performance of Your Wireless Network..........
Chapter 10 - Checking Wireless Signal Quality.............. 140 Windows 7/Vista....................................................................... 140 Macintosh................................................................................. 141 Chapter 11 - TCP/IP Settings............................................ 143 Windows 7................................................................................ 143 Windows Vista..........................................................................
Chapter 1 - Product Overview Installing Your AirStation To install your AirStation, insert the software CD from your package into your computer and follow the directions on the screen. For more information about installation, turn to chapter 3 of this manual. Professional or User-friendly? This AirStation wireless router comes with two different firmware packages. You may use either the dd-wrt-based Professional firmware or the simple User-friendly firmware.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Security Features The AirStation is equipped with the following security features: • AOSS • WPS • WPA-PSK (AES) • WPA2-PSK(AES) • WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK • WEP (64-bit and 128-bit) • Privacy Separator • MAC address access restriction • Deny Any Connection/SSID stealth • Password for web-based control interface • Firewall with easy rules Automatic Channel Selection Monitors wireless interference and automatically assigns the clearest, best channel.
Chapter 1 Product Overview AirNavigator CD Requirements The AirStation wireless router and access point works with most wired and wireless devices. However, the automatic installation program on the CD requires a connected Windows 7, Vista or XP computer to run. If you use the AirStation with a different operating system, you will have to configure your network settings manually from a browser window. 450 Mbps High Speed Mode 450 Mbps is the link speed when using Wireless-N mode.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel LEDs 1 To initiate AOSS, hold down this button until the Security LED flashes (about 1 second). Then, push or click the AOSS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on for this to work. 1 2 3 4 5 2 Power LED (Green) On: Off: 3 6 The AC adapter is connected. The AC adapter is not connected. Security LED (Amber) Indicates security status. Off: AOSS or Encryption is not set.
Chapter 1 Product Overview 6 7 Diag LED (Red) Diag LED status Meaning Status 2 blinks *1 Flash ROM error Cannot read or write to the flash memory. 3 blinks *1 Ethernet (wired) LAN error Ethernet LAN controller is malfunctioning. 4 blinks *1 Wireless LAN error Wireless LAN controller is malfunctioning. 5 blinks IP address setting error Because the network addresses of both the Internet port (WAN port) and the LAN port are the same, it is not possible to establish communication.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Back Panel 9 Switches router mode between enabled, disabled, and auto. On: Router functionality is enabled (router mode). Off: Router functionality is disabled (bridge/AP mode). Auto: This switches between modes automatically based on whether or not another router is detected on the Internet port. The default setting for this switch is Auto.
Chapter 1 Product Overview 15 Internet Port 16 Internet LED (Green) 17 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections are supported. Note: I n bridge/AP mode (router switch off ), the Internet port becomes a regular LAN port, for a total of 5 usable LAN ports. On: The Internet port is connected. Flashing: The Internet port is transmitting data. DC Connector Connect the included AC adapter here. Top 18 18 Antenna connector Screw on the antenna here.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Bottom 19 19 Reset Button To reset all settings, hold down this button until the Diag LED comes on (about 3 seconds). Power must be on. Right Side 20 20 Factory Default Settings WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Note: The right side of the unit may become hot. Please be careful not to place anything next to it that could be damaged by heat. This sticker shows the AirStation’s SSID, default encryption key, and WPS PIN code.
Chapter 2 - Placing Your AirStation Antenna Placement The antenna is included in the package. Screw the antenna clockwise to install. Vertical Placement If the AirStation is to be placed vertically, attach the stand as shown.
Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Horizontal Placement When installing the AirStation horizontally, attach the stand for best heat dissipation. 1 Attach the stand as shown in the figure. 2 Install horizontally.
Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Wall-Mounting 1 FRONT To wall-mount the AirStation, attach the stand to the wall with the two screws (included). 8.6 cm (~3.4 inches) 2 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Snap the center of the AirStation to the stand as shown.
Chapter 3 - Installation Automatic Setup Windows 7 / Vista / XP The AirNavigator CD can guide you through installing your AirStation. To launch the setup program please insert the CD into your Windows 7/Vista/XP PC and follow the instructions on the screen. If you deactivated auto-run for CD’s please navigate to [CD drive]:\Win\ and launch ASSetWiz.exe.
Chapter 3 Installation Manual Setup To configure your AirStation manually, follow the procedure below. 1 Verify that you can connect to the internet without the AirStation, then turn off your modem and computer. 2 Unplug the LAN cable which connects your computer and modem. 2) disconnect OFF modem computer 3 Confirm that the switch is positioned to “Auto”. 4 Make sure the mode switch on the back of the AirStation is in the “auto” position.
Chapter 3 Installation 5 Connect your computer to one of the AirStation’s LAN ports with the LAN cable. AirStation 2) connect 1) connect OFF computer LAN cable 6 Turn on the AirStation, wait one minute, then turn on your computer. AirStation 1) Connect the power supply power outlet 7 Once your computer has booted, the AirStation’s LEDs should be lit as described below: Power Wireless Router Diag LAN Internet Green light on. Green light on or blinking.
Chapter 3 Installation 8 Launch a web browser. If the home screen is displayed, setup is complete. If username and password fields are displayed, enter “root” for the username. Enter “admin” for the password if you’re using the professional firmware (default), or leave the password field blank if you’ve switched to the user-friendly firmware. Click [OK]. Step through the wizard to complete setup. You’ve completed initial setup of your AirStation. Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings.
Chapter 3 Installation Changing Firmware To change between the professional firmware (dd-wrt) and the user-friendly firmware, follow the steps below. Windows 1 Insert the AirNavigator CD into your computer. The setup wizard will automatically launch. Note: If the Setup Wizard does not launch, open the CD and double-click [ASSetWiz.exe] in the “Win” folder. 2 Click [Change Firmware]. 3 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual The procedure for wiring will be displayed.
Chapter 3 Installation 4 5 When this screen is displayed, click [Change Firmware]. If requested, enter the AirStation’s username and password. Note: By default, the professional firmware doesn’t have a username and password configured. Set them before you go to the next step.
Chapter 3 Installation 6 When the following screen is displayed, make sure that the firmware file name is displayed, click [Upgrade] or [Apply], and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If the firmware name is not displayed on the screen, click [Browse...] and select the desired firmware. The firmware files are contained in the “Firmware” folder of the AirNavigator CD.
Chapter 3 Installation Macintosh 1 Open the configuration Interface of the AirStation. 2 To replace the professional firmware with the user-friendly firmware, click [Administration] > [Firmware Upgrade]. To replace the user-friendly firmware with the professional firmware, go to [Easy Setup] and click [Update AirStation Firmware]. 3 Click [Browse...] to select the firmware file, and click [Upgrade] or [Apply]. Note: The firmware files are contained in the “Firmware” folder of the AirNavigator CD.
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Chapter 4 - Configuration The web-based configuration tool lets you change advanced settings for the AirStation. Don’t change these settings unless you know what you’re doing. Accessing the Web-based Configuration Interface To configure the AirStation’s advanced settings manually, log in to the web-based configuration interface as shown below. 1 Launch a web browser. 2 Enter the AirStation’s LAN-side IP address in the address field and press the Enter key.
Chapter 4 Configuration 4 This is the configuration interface, where most AirStation settings can be configured. Help is always displayed on the right side of each screen. Refer to the Help screens for more information on using the configuration interface.
Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Interface Menus in Router Mode The menu structure for the AirStation in router mode is as follows. Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item. Main screen Descriptions Page Internet Configure Internet side port and settings. Page 34 PPPoE PPPoE settings (DSL login). Page 35 3G Modem 3G USB modem settings. Page 38 DDNS DNS settings. Page 41 VPN Server VPN server settings. Page 43 LAN LAN side port configuration.
Chapter 4 Configuration DMZ Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a LAN side destination. Page 68 UPnP Configure UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). Page 69 QoS Configure priority for packets that require a guaranteed data flow. Page 70 Movie Engine Configure options for the Movie Engine feature. Page 72 Disk Management View the status and configure of attached USB disks. Page 74 Shared Folder Set the USB disk to use as shared folders.
Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Interface Menus in Bridge Mode The menu structure in bridge mode is as follows. Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item. Main screen Descriptions Page LAN Configure LAN side ports and devices. Page 45 Route Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route. Page 49 WPS WPS settings and status. Page 50 Basic Configure basic wireless settings. Page 51 Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration NTP Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to automatically set the AirStation’s internal clock. Page 88 ECO Configure ECO Mode. Page 89 Network-USB Configure Network-USB from this screen. Page 91 Access Configure access restrictions to the AirStation’s configuration interface. Page 92 Log Check the AirStation’s logs. Page 93 Save/Restore Save or restore the AirStation’s configuration from a configuration file.
Chapter 4 Configuration Setup Setup is the home page of the configuration interface. You can verify settings and the status of the AirStation here. Parameter Meaning Internet/LAN (LAN Config) Displays the configuration screen for the Internet port and LAN ports. Wireless Config Click this button to display the configuration screen for wireless settings. Security Click this button to display the configuration screen for security.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Admin Config Click this button to display the configuration screen for administration settings. Diagnostic Click this button to display the status of the AirStation. Easy Setup Enables you to easily configure the AirStation’s network settings automatically. MODE Information This indicates the operation mode of the AirStation. Internet Information Displays WAN-side system information for the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Internet/LAN (LAN Config) Internet (Router Mode only) Configure the WAN-side port (“Internet port”). Parameter Meaning Method of Acquiring IP Address Specify how the WAN-side IP address is obtained. Default Gateway Configure an IP address for the default gateway. Address of DNS Name Server Specify an IP address for the DNS server. Internet MAC Address Configure the Internet side MAC address. Note: Configuring an improper MAC address may make the AirStation unusable.
Chapter 4 Configuration PPPoE (Router Mode only) Configure PPPoE settings. Parameter Meaning Default PPPoE Connection If you have registered multiple connection destinations in the PPPoE Connection List, connection destinations selected here have priority. You need to configure the route to which PPPoE is connected to if you don’t use the default settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning PPPoE Connection No.*-Add This is displayed when [Edit Connection List] is clicked. Name of Connection Enter the name to identify the connected destination. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Username Enter the username specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Password Enter the password specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning PPPoE Connection No. *-Add Keep Alive If Keep Alive is enabled, then the AirStation will issue an LCP echo request once a minute in order to maintain the connection with the PPPoE. If the server does not respond for more than 6 minutes, the line is recognized as disconnected and the AirStation will terminate the connection. [Disabled] is the recommended setting.
Chapter 4 Configuration 3G Modem (Router Mode only) Configure 3G modem settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Profile Configure the connection profile. Up to 4 profiles can be set. Profile name Name the profile. (maximum 64 alphanumeric characters) 3G modem The part number of the 3G modem connected to the AirStation is displayed here. Select carrier Select the internet provider that serves 3G modem. Connection method Select 3G, 3.5G, CID, or Line depending on your connection. CID Configure the CID value given by your carrier as required.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Automatic disconnection Set the type and time for automatic disconnection of internet communication. 1440 minutes is the maximum value of idle time. Authorization Select the authorization method specified by your carrier. MTU Size Set the MTU value from 578 to 1500 for PPP connection. Keep Alive If Keep Alive is enabled, the AirStation will request LCP echo once a minute to the PPP server.
Chapter 4 Configuration DDNS (Router Mode only) Configure Dynamic DNS settings. Many settings are only available when the appropriate Dynamic DNS service is enabled. Parameter Meaning Dynamic DNS Service Select a provider (DynDNS or TZO) for Dynamic DNS. Username Enter the Dynamic DNS username. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Password Enter the Dynamic DNS password. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Hostname Enter the Dynamic DNS hostname.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning IP Address Update Period Specifies the period to notify the dynamic DNS service provider of the current IP address. For DynDNS, set it between 0 and 35 days. For TZO, set it between 0 and 99 days. If 0 (zero) days is set, no periodic update is performed. Internet Side IP Address The WAN-side IP address of the AirStation’s Internet port. This address is sent to the dynamic DNS service provider.
Chapter 4 Configuration VPN server (Router Mode Only) Configure the VPN server.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Auto Input Click to generate a random IP address. LAN Side IP Address Set a LAN side IP address and subnet mask. DHCP Server Function Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns IP addresses automatically. DHCP IP Address Pool Configure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range. Values from 0-253 may be entered. PPTP Server Function Enable to use a PPTP server.
Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Configure LAN-side and DHCP Server settings. Parameter Meaning LAN Side IP Address By default, the LAN side IP address is 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You may change it here. DHCP Server Function Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns LAN-side IP addresses automatically. DHCP IP Address Pool Configure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range. Values from 0-253 may be entered.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning DNS Servers Set the DNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients. Router Mode only WINS Server Router Mode only Domain Name Router Mode only Default Gateway Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients. Set the domain name for the DHCP server to issue to clients. You may enter up to 127 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods. Set the default gateway IP address.
Chapter 4 Configuration DHCP Lease (Router Mode only) Configure DHCP Exceptions. Parameter Meaning IP Address Enter an IP address to lease manually. The IP address should be from the same subnet as the DHCP scope, but not be within the range that DHCP is assigning to other devices. MAC Address Enter the MAC address which identifies the client. Current DHCP Client Information Displays information for current leases.
Chapter 4 Configuration NAT (Router Mode only) Configure network address translation settings. This enables LAN-side devices to communicate with the Internet. Parameter Meaning Address Translation Enable to use Network Address Translation. High Speed NAT Enable to use high speed NAT. Log Output of Deleted Packets Enable to log deleted packets (such as errors) during address translation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Route Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route. Parameter Meaning Destination Address Adds a destination IP address and subnet mask to a routing table. Gateway Adds a gateway address to a routing table. Metric The metric is the maximum number of router hops a packet may take on the way to its destination address. Values between 1 and 15 may be entered. The default value is 15. Routing Information Manual entries will appear here after being added.
Chapter 4 Configuration Wireless Config WPS WPS Status and Settings. Parameter Meaning WPS Enable to use WPS automatic configuration. External Registrar Enable to accept configure requests from other WPS devices. Note: Configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use. AirStation PIN Displays the PIN code of the AirStation. Clicking [Generate PIN] will generate a new PIN code. This code can be entered into other wireless devices that support WPS.
Chapter 4 Configuration Basic The screen to configure a basic wireless settings. Parameter Meaning Wireless Radio Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no wireless connections will be allowed. Wireless Channel Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) for wireless connections. With Auto Channel selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel. 450 Mbps Mode 450 Mbps mode uses twice the normal frequency range, 40 MHz instead of 20 MHz.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Broadcast SSID If [Allow] is checked, then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless devices by broadcasting its SSID. If [Allow] is unchecked, then the AirStation ignores SSID searches from wireless devices. [Allow multiple SSIDs] [Use Single SSID] Clicking [Allow multiple SSIDs] will enable Multi Security, allowing the use of multiple SSIDs, each with different wireless security settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Wireless encryption You may use any of the following types of encryption: No encryption Data is transmitted without encryption. With this setting, anyone within range can connect to your wireless network and might be able to access data on the network. Not recommended for anyone with private data that needs to be kept secure. [No encryption] can be selected only when [No authentication] is selected for wireless authentication.
Chapter 4 Configuration Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings. Parameter Meaning Multicast Rate Set the communication speed of multi-cast packets. DTIM Period Set the beacon responding interval (1 -255) for which the AirStation responds to a wireless device. This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for the wireless device. Privacy Separator If enabled, the Privacy Separator blocks communication between wireless devices connected to the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration WMM Set priorities for specific communications.
Chapter 4 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 4 Configuration MAC Filter Restrict access to specific wireless devices. Parameter Meaning Enforce MAC Filtering Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses. Registration List Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly. Edit Registration List Adds a wireless device to the list of permitted devices.
Chapter 4 Configuration Multicast Control Configure restrictions on unnecessary multicast packets sent to the wireless LAN port. Parameter Meaning Snooping If enabled, snooping supervises multicast administrative packets such as IGMP and restricts unnecessary multicast transfers to wired or wireless ports. Multicast Aging Time Set the time to hold the data from multicast snooping in the range of 1 to 3600 (seconds). Enter a value bigger than the IGMP/MLD query interval.
Chapter 4 Configuration Guest Port Configure the AirStation’s guest port. Parameter Meaning Guest port function This sets whether the guest port function is enabled. Guest User Authorization function This sets whether authorization is performed for users who use the guest port. Guest Port LAN IP address This sets the LAN-side IP address for the guest port. Guest user DHCP server function This sets whether IP addresses are automatically assigned for devices connected to the guest port.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Wireless authorization This sets whether wireless authorization is performed for the guest port. Wireless Encryption This sets the wireless encryption system for the guest port. WPA-PSK(Pre-Shared Key) This sets the wireless encryption key for the guest port. Edit guest user Click to register a user who is using the guest port. Username This sets the name of the user using the guest port.
Chapter 4 Configuration AOSS AOSS Status and Settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Initiates AOSS automatic wireless configuration. Click this, then press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS-compatible wireless client. Repeat for additional AOSS clients. Click this button to disconnect AOSS connections. Note: If AOSS connections are disconnected, the SSID and encryption keys will be restored to their last settings from before AOSS was used.
Chapter 4 Configuration Security (Router Mode only) Firewall (Router Mode only) Configure the AirStation’s firewall. Parameter Meaning Log Output Enable to output a log of firewall activity. Basic Rules Enable to use any of the quick filters. Preconfigured quick filters include: Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS Routing Enabling this blocks communication using these protocols from the WAN side to the LAN side or from the LAN side to the Internet.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Reject IDENT Requests Enabling this option will answer IDENT requests from the Internet side with corresponding rejection packets. Enable this option if you experienced slow transfer speeds for network applications such as mail, ftp or web browsing. If you have configured transfer of IDENT requests to the LAN side computer in the address translation settings (DMZ or TCP port 113), then that setting has higher priority, and overrides this setting.
Chapter 4 Configuration IP Filter (Router Mode only) Edit IP filters. Parameter Meaning Log Output If enabled, IP filter activity is saved to a log. Operation Specify how to process target packets. Direction Specify the transmission direction of target packets. IP Address Specify the sender's IP address and receiver's IP address of the target packets. Protocol Select a protocol for target transmission packet. IP Filter Information Display the list of IP filters which have been registered.
Chapter 4 Configuration VPN Passthrough (Router Mode only) Configure IPv6 passthrough, PPPoE passthrough, and PPTP passthrough. Parameter Meaning IPv6 Passthrough Enable to use IPv6 Passthrough for address translation. PPPoE Passthrough Enable to use PPPoE bridging. PPPoE bridging lets you automatically obtain an IP address from your provider for your LANside computer using the PPPoE protocol because PPPoE packets can pass between the Internet and LAN.
Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Config Port Forwarding (Router Mode only) Configure port translation. Parameter Meaning Group Specify a group name for a new rule to belong to. Select [New Group] and enter the new group name in the Group Name field to create a new group. A group name can include up to 16 alphanumeric characters. Internet Side IP Address Enter the Internet side IP address (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning LAN Side IP Address Enter the LAN side IP address (after translation) for the port translation table entry. LAN Side Port Select the LAN side (after translation) port number (1 - 65535) for the port translation table entry. Port Forwarding Registration Information Shows current entries in the port translation table. DMZ (Router Mode only) Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a LAN side destination to.
Chapter 4 Configuration UPnP (Router Mode only) Configure UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). Parameter Meaning UPnP Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) functionality.
Chapter 4 Configuration QoS (Router Mode only) Configure the priority of packets sent to the Internet. Parameter Meaning QoS for transmission to the Internet Determine whether or not to prioritize packets sent to the Internet. Check this box to enable QoS. Upload bandwidth Specify the upstream bandwidth in kbps from the AirStation to the internet side. Set the actual value for the upstream bandwidth. Enable Enable or disable this entry. application name Enter an application name.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning priority Select high, medium or low. If packets do not qualify for classification as a type on the list, then their priority is treated as a level between medium and low.
Chapter 4 Configuration Movie Engine (QoS) Configure Movie Engine options.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Movie Engine switch status Displays the status of the Movie Engine switch. IPv6 Passthrough Set to enable the IPv6 pass-through. Multicast Rate Select the Multicast Control rate. Multicast Control Turn on Multicast Control. TCP Rwin Size Limit Limits the maximum size of TCP Rwin packets passing through the AirStation’s wireless LAN.
Chapter 4 Configuration NAS Disk management View the status of and configure attached USB hard disks. Parameter Meaning Device Displays information for attached USB disks. Disks are removed when [Remove] in the Device column is clicked. Disk Assignment A disk number will be automatically assigned to the disk or you can choose a number. Select a disk number, or select [Do not assign], then click [Apply]. Partition Information Displays the partition information for the selected USB disk.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Automatic USB Disk Assignment Check [Enable] to automatically select an attached USB hard disk. The entire drive will be used as the shared folder. To configure your disk and share manually, uncheck [Enable]. [Enable] is selected by default. FAT format file name character code Select the character code for filenames in FAT formatted partitions. HDD power-saving function Click [Enable] to enable power saving mode.
Chapter 4 Configuration Shared Folder Configure a USB hard disk for use with shared folders. Parameter Meaning Shared Folder Name* Enter a name for the shared folder. Up to 18 alphanumeric characters, spaces, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used. Shared Folder Description* Enter a description of the shared folder (optional). Up to 75 alphanumeric characters, spaces, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Web Access You may also select to enforce access limits on users accessing through Web Access by checking the Access Limits checkbox. Users will have the same access levels as assigned above. If Access Limits is not checked, then all users accessing the shared folder via Web Access will have [Read only] access.. Shared Folder Registration Information* Displays information about the shared folder.
Chapter 4 Configuration User Management This screen lets you add users to the access list with the ability to access shared folders. Parameter Meaning Username Enter the name of a user to be given access to the shared folder. Up to 20 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used for each user. Up to 16 users may be entered. Password Enter the user’s password. Use of the same password that they use to log into their computer is recommended.
Chapter 4 Configuration Shared Service Assign AirStation and workgroup names to access shared folders. Parameter Meaning Shared Folder Enable to make a USB disk available on your local network. AirStation name Rename your AirStation if desired. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters, space, and hyphens (-), may be used. The AirStation name is also used as the hostname that will be used with the shared service.
Chapter 4 Configuration Web Access The screen to configure Web Access. Parameter Meaning Web Access Check [Enable] to use Web Access. Web Access Display Language Set the language to be used with Web Access. HTTPS/SSL Encryption Check [Enable] to use SSL encryption for protected data transfer. Web Access External Port Automatically sets the external port used for Web access. To select the port manually, select [Manual].
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning DNS Service Hostname Sets the DNS Service Hostname when the Web access function is activated. Select [Use BuffaloNAS.com registration function] to use the Web access function easily. You’ll have to configure a [BuffaloNAS.com name] and [BuffaloNAS.com key] to use BuffaloNAS.com. 3 - 0 alphanumeric characters, spaces, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and period (.), may be used in the BuffaloNAS. com name.
Chapter 4 Configuration Media Server Media Server settings. Parameter Meaning Media Server Enable to use the media server. Status Displays the status of the media server.
Chapter 4 Configuration BitTorrent Configure the BitTorrent client. Parameter Meaning BitTorrent Function Enable to use the BitTorrent client. If the BitTorrent client is enabled, overall communication performance may decrease and settings screens may respond slower. If that happens, reformat the USB disk with XFS. That may help performance. External Port Number Select an external port number.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Bandwidth Restriction Set a bandwidth limit for BitTorrent. [Download Manager] Displays the BitTorrent download manager screen. Add a torrent, then click [Add] to download the file(s). [Delete BitTorrent information] Deletes all files, including the torrent files and files which are currently downloading. Downloaded files are not deleted. BitTorrent Status Displays the status of the BitTorrent client.
Chapter 4 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 (-). List Network Services Enable or disable this to display the computers and devices on your network with their supported services.
Chapter 4 Configuration Password Configure the password to log in to the AirStation’s configuration screen. Parameter Meaning Administrator Name The name of the Administrator account is “root”. Administrator Password The Administrator password may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).
Chapter 4 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 4 Configuration NTP Configure an NTP server to automatically synchronise 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 4 Configuration ECO Configure Eco mode from this screen.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Schedule feature Enable to schedule Eco Mode. If Eco mode is enabled, AOSS will function only when the AirStation is in Normal operating mode. Weekly schedule Graphically displays the configured schedule. Register schedule Configure operational mode for time periods in the weekly schedule. If User Defined mode is chosen, configure it below. User Defined Mode Individual power saving elements may be configured for User Defined mode.
Chapter 4 Configuration Network-USB Configure Network-USB from this screen. Parameter Meaning Network-USB Network-USB allows sharing USB devices connected to the AirStation from multiple computers on a wired or wireless LAN. Disable to reduce the impact on the NAS and other functions, improve performance, or for security reasons. Use multifunction Printer This uses a multifunction printer supporting mass storage classes as a printer. Disable if using as a NAS instead.
Chapter 4 Configuration Access Restrict access to the AirStation’s settings screens. Parameter Meaning Log Output Enabling outputs a log of changes to access settings. Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN If enabled, prevents access to settings screens from wirelessly connected devices (only wired devices may configure). Prohibit configuration from wired LAN If enabled, prevents access to settings screens from wired devices (only wirelessly connected devices may configure).
Chapter 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Click [Browse...] to navigate to the firmware file on your computer if [Specify Local File] was selected.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Firmware Update Reminder Function This sets whether the Firmware Update Reminder function is used. When enabled, if new firmware is found, notification is sent to the Configuration Interface. Update Interval This sets the interval for checking whether a new firmware version has been released.
Chapter 4 Configuration Diagnostic System Info View system information for the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Model Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version. AirStation Name Displays the name of the AirStation. Mode Switch Status Displays the status of the AirStation’s mode switch. Operational Mode Displays the AirStation’s current operational mode. Movie Engine Status Displays the current Movie Engine Status. Internet Displays information about the Internet port. LAN Displays information about the LAN port.
Chapter 4 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 4 Configuration Packet Info View packet transfer information. Parameter Meaning Sent Displays the number of packets sent to the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN. Received Displays the number of packets received from the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN.
Chapter 4 Configuration Client Monitor This screen shows devices that are connected to the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Client Monitor Displays information (MAC address, lease IP address, hostname, communication method, wireless authentication and 802.11n) for devices that are connected to the AirStation.
Chapter 4 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 5 - Connect to a Wireless Network Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS) AOSS and WPS are systems that let you automatically configure wireless LAN settings. Just pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings. Easily connect to wireless devices, computers, or game machines which support AOSS or WPS. AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) was developed by Buffalo Technology. WPS was created by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS. 1 Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V]. 2 3 Click [Create Profile]. If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue]. 4 Click the [WPS AOSS ] button. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP (Client Manager 3) If you are using Windows XP, use Client Manager 3 to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS. 1 Right click on the icon in the system tray and select [Profile]. 2 Click the [WPS AOSS] button. It will take several seconds for your wireless connection to be configured. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop flashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Mac OS X (AOSS Assistant) If you are using Mac OS X 10.6 / 10.5 / 10.4, use the included AOSS Assistant software to connect wirelessly with AOSS. 1 Load the AirNavigator CD in your Macintosh. 2 Double-click the Mac folder in the AirNavigator CD. 3 Double-click [AOSS Assistant]. 4 The software license screen is displayed. Click [Agree] to proceed. 5 Click [Start AOSS ]. 6 Enter the Mac’s username and password and click [OK].
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Other Devices (e.g. Game Console) If you are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS, refer to that device’s manual to initiate AOSS/WPS. When instructed, hold down the AOSS button on the AirStation for 1 second. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop flashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network 3 Enter the encryption key and click [OK]. Windows Vista (WLAN AutoConfig) With Vista, use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation. 1 Right click on the wireless network 2 Click [Connect to a network]. 3 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual icon in the system tray. When this screen is displayed, select your network and click [Connect].
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed, click [I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead]. Otherwise,go to step 4.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network 4 Enter the encryption key and click [Connect]. Step through the wizard to finish configuration. If the Set Network Location screen is displayed, select [Home], [Work], or [Public location] depending on where you’re using the AirStation.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration) Windows XP includes Wireless Zero Config, a built-in utility to connect to your AirStation. Note: If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Config is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Config, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation. 1 Right click on the 2 Click [View Available Wireless Networks]. wireless network icon in the system tray.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Mac OS X (AirPort) Use AirPort on a Mac to connect to the AirStation. 1 Refer to the label on the side of the AirStation. Make a note of the SSID and KEY printed on the label. 2 3 4 Click the icon in the top section of the screen and select [Turn Airport On]. Find the SSID from step 1 on the list. Click it to highlight it. Enter the KEY from step 1 into the Password entry box, check [Remember this network], and click [OK].
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Maximizing the Performance of Your Wireless Network To enable 450 Mbps communication, you’ll need a wireless client that supports 3x3 802.11n, such as the Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300. In the example below, we’ll set up the AirStation to work with a computer using the Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300. Note: After the settings below are made, the AirStation will perform communication using twice the normal bandwidth.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Setting the Computer 1 2 3 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual From the Start menu, right-click [Computer] and choose [Manage]. Click [Device Manager]. Under Network adapters, right-click [Intel(R) Centrino(R) Ultimate-N6300 AGN] and choose [Properties].
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network 4 5 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Click on the “Advanced” tab. Click “802.11n Channel Width for band 2.4” to highlight it. Set Value to “Auto” and click [OK].
Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection. • Make sure that your AirStation is plugged in! • Check that the status LEDs of your AirStation are lit as below: Power Router Diag LAN Internet Green light is on Green light is on or off (depending on your environment) off Green light is on or flashing Green light is on or flashing • Make sure that your computer is configured to “obtain an IP address automatically from DHCP”. (See chapter 11) • Restart your AirStation.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Cannot connect to the network wirelessly. • Configure your wireless client with the same SSID, encryption type, and encryption key as set on the AirStation. The factory defaults are: SSID BUFFALO-XXXXXX (the last 6 digits of the AirStation’s MAC address) Encryption Type - WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK (Connect with either WPA-PSK TKIP or WPA2PSK AES). Encryption Key - Printed on the label of the AirStation. Note: Encryption is disabled by default in Asia Pacific.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Other Tips Issue: I reset my wireless router to factory settings and forgot how to log in to the configuration interface. Answer: Open your browser, enter 192.168.11.1 as the browser address, and hit Enter. You will be prompted to log in. Enter “root” for the username and leave the password box empty (no password). Click [OK] to complete the login and the option to reset your password will be available on the first page.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Issue: What can I do if my wireless connection drops randomly or seems slow? Answer: There are many environmental factors that may cause this. First, ensure the issue is not range related by moving the wireless router and the client device closer together. If the connection drops continue, then range is probably not the issue. Other 2.4 GHz devices such as microwaves, other wireless networks, and 2.4 GHz wireless phones may impact performance.
Chapter 7 - Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Internet Method of Acquiring IP Address Perform Easy Setup (Internet Connection Wizard) (Router Mode only) Default Gateway none Address of DNS Name Server none Internet MAC Address Use Default MAC Address MTU Size of Internet Port 1500 Bytes PPPoE Default PPPoE Connection No Active Session (Router Mode only) IP Unnumbered PPPoE Connection No Active Session PPPoE Connection List none Preferred Connections no
Chapter 7 Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting LAN LAN Side IP Address Router Mode (Router Switch AUTO/ON): 192.168.11.1 (255.255.255.0) Bridge Mode (Router Switch OFF): 192.168.11.100 (255.255.255.0) Bridge Mode (Router Switch AUTO): Obtain automatically from DHCP Server DHCP Server Function Enabled (Router Mode only) DHCP IP Address Pool 192.168.11.
Chapter 7 Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting WPS WPS Enabled External Registrar Enabled AirStation PIN An 8-digit random value (Printed on the label of the AirStation) WPS Security Information WPS status: SSID: Wireless Radio Enabled Wireless Channel Auto Channel 450 Mbps Mode Bandwidth: 20 MHz Extension Channel: - Broadcast SSID Allow Separate feature not used SSID Use AirStation's MAC address Wireless authentication WPA/WPA2 mixedmode - PSK, or no au
Chapter 7 Default Configuration Settings 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) ) MAC Filter 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 ----- Disab
Chapter 7 Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting AOSS Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID for WEP none Encryption level expansion function Enabled Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Disabled Allow WEP for Game Console Only Disabled AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Enabled Firewall Log Output Disabled (Router Mode only) Basic Rules Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS Routing Reject IDENT Requests Block Ping from Internet IP Filter Log Output Disabled (Router Mode only)
Chapter 7 Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Disk Management Automatic USB Disk Assignment Enabled FAT format file name character code North America (CP437) HDD power-saving function Disabled HDD stop time 10 Minutes Access Limits No Limits (Read/Write) Web Access Access Limits User Management Current Users guest Shared Service Shared Folder Enabled AirStation Name AP + AirStation’s MAC Address AirStation Description None Workgroup Name WORKGROUP Wind
Chapter 7 Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Password Administrator Name root (fixed) Administrator Password none Local Date 2011 Year 1 Month 1 Day Local Time 0 Hour 0 Minute 0 Seconds Time Zone (GMT+00:00) Greenwich Mean Time,London DST (Daylight Saving Time) EU type 1 For GMT+00:00(From Last Sunday in Mar to last Sunday in Oct) NTP Functionality Enabled NTP Server time.nist.
Chapter 8 - Network-USB Navigator Network-USB Navigator is compatible only with printers and multifunction printers (all-in-one devices with a printer, scanner, and memory card reader). It cannot be used with any other type of USB devices. Initial Setup for Windows Users 1 Insert the AirNavigator CD into your computer. The setup wizard will launch automatically. If not, open the CD and click on “ASSetWiz.exe” in the “win” folder. 2 Click [Client setup].
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 3 Click [Install Network-USB Navigator]. 4 Click [Next]. 5 Click [Yes].
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 6 Click [Next]. 7 Click [Next]. 8 Click [Start].
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator ・Installation on Windows XP (SP2 or later) Click [Yes] when this screen is shown. ・Installation on Windows 7/Vista Click [Install] when this screen is shown. Click [Yes] when this screen is shown.
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 9 1 You can select the behavior of this product when a USB device is detected. Select the connection behavior suited to your usage environment. 2 Click [Next]. 10 Click [Finish] when the “Network-USB Navigator Install is Complete” screen is shown. Network-USB Navigator installation is complete.
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator Initial Setup for Mac Users 1 Insert the Air Navigator CD. 2 Double-click the CD-ROM on the desktop, then double-click the Mac folder. 3 Double-Click [USB-Navigator], then [Cosetup.app]. 4 Click [Continue]. 5 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Click [Continue].
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 6 Click [Agree]. 7 Click [Continue]. 8 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Click [Install].
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 9 Input your name and password. Click [OK]. 10 11 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Click [Continue Installation]. Click [Restart].
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 12 1 During the first program launch only, the screen at left will appear before the main program screen is displayed. From here, you can select the behavior of this product when a USB device is detected. Select the connection behavior suited to your usage environment. 2 Click [OK]. Network-USB Navigator installation is complete. Opening the Network-USB User Manual 1 Launch Network-USB Navigator. There are two ways to launch the program.
Chapter 8 Network-USB Navigator 2 Click Page]. 3 , then click [Manual Network-USB User Manual will open. How to use Network-USB To configure Network-USB, refer to the “Network-USB User Manual”.
Chapter 9 - Managing the 3G Internet Connection (3G Connection Manager) 3G Connection Manager software lets you manage the 3G internet connection easily. Note: The 3G Connection Manager does not support Mac OS. Initial Setup 1 Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [3G Connection Manager]. 2 3 WZR-HP-G450H User Manual Clicking the icon will search for target AirStations that support 3G modems. Your AirStation’s name will appear on the screen.
Chapter 9 Managing Internet Connection (Connection Manager) Main Screen The main screen displays the current connection status. You can perform the following operations from this screen. Parameter Meaning Cut the 3G modem’s internet connection. Removing the 3G modem from the router will stop the internet quickly. Establish an internet connection with the 3G modem. Search for AirStations that support the 3G modem. Opens the AirStation’s web configuration screen.
Chapter 10 - Checking Wireless Signal Quality For users of Windows 7, Vista, or Mac OS X (10.4 and later), software supplied with the AirStation can be used to check the quality and strength of the wireless signal. Windows 7/Vista Note: · If Client Manager V is not already installed, install it from the AirNavigator CD. Click [Install Wireless Client Driver and Application] > [Options] > [Advanced Installation], and install Client Manager V. · Client Manager V does not support Windows XP.
Chapter 10 Checking the Wireless Signal Quality and Strength 4 Parameter Meaning Connection status Signal strength (dBm), link speed (Mbps), and signal quality (%) are displayed in one-minute intervals on a real-time graph. Usage status by channel The 11b/11g display shows usage in the 2.4 GHz band channels 1 to 11. Colors are used to indicate the signal strength of the access point.
Chapter 10 Checking the Wireless Signal Quality and Strength 4 The software license screen is displayed when starting for the first time only. Click [Agree] to proceed. 5 Parameter Meaning Network name (SSID) This displays the SSID of the AirStation that is currently connected. Status This indicates the current connection status. IP Address This indicates the IP address of the current wireless network port (AirPort).
Chapter 11 - 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP Address 192.168.11.
Chapter 12 - Restoring the Default Configuration With the AirStation powered on, hold down this button for 3 seconds to return it to factory default settings.
Chapter 13 - Shared Folders and the USB Port There are several restrictions on using the AirStation’s USB port: • When using two-byte characters (such as Japanese), keep folder and file names within 80 characters. You may not be able to copy a folder or a file whose name length is more than 80 characters. • You cannot set attributes (hidden or read-only) for folders or files on the AirStation. • When using access restrictions, you can register up to 16 users for the AirStation.
Chapter 13 Technical Detail of the USB port • If you view the size of a hard drives on the browser, it shows a bigger value than when you see it in Windows’ drive properties. This is because the browser shows the size of the drive in gigabytes but Windows shows it in gibibytes. • If you have logged in using a “guest” account from Windows 7, Vista, XP or 2000, access restrictions may not work properly. A (different) guest account already exists on the AirStation.
Appendix A - Specifications 35012042 ver.01 Wireless LAN Interface Standard Compliance IEEE802.11b / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11n Transmission Method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO Frequency Range 2,412 - 2,462 MHz (Channels 1 - 11) Transmission Rate 802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps 802.11g: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps 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.
Appendix A Specifications USB Interface Interface USB 2.0 Connector Type Type A (plug) Compliance 5.0 V 500 mA (max 1000 mA) Other Power Supply External AC 100-240 V Universal, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption About 16.9 W (Max) Dimensions 165 mm x 158 mm x 35 mm (6.5 x 6.2 x 1.4 in.) Weight 404 g (14.3 oz.
Appendix B - 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 B Regulatory Compliance Information Industry Canada statement: Industrie Canada déclaration: 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. Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d’Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Appendix B Regulatory Compliance Information Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Appendix B Regulatory Compliance Information Česky [Czech] Buffalo Technology Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento AirStation WZR-HP-G450H 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 WZR-HPG450H overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Deutsch [German] Hiermit erklärt Buffalo Technology Inc.
Appendix B Regulatory Compliance Information Lietuvių [Lithuanian] Šiuo Buffalo Technology Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis AirStation WZR-HP-G450H atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. Nederlands [Dutch] Hierbij verklaart Buffalo Technology Inc. dat het toestel AirStation WZR-HP-G450H in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/ EG. Malti[ Maltese] Hawnhekk, Buffalo Technology Inc.
Appendix B Regulatory Compliance Information Safety This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this manual and of the computer manufacturer must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Appendix C - 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.
Appendix D - GPL Information The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp/ .
Appendix E - Warranty Information Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) products come with a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) warrants to the original purchaser of the product good operating condition for the warranty period. This warranty does not include non-Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) installed components. If the Buffalo product malfunctions during the warranty period, Buffalo Technology/(Buffalo Inc.
