USER GUIDE Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router Model: WRT610N
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 3 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist 5 General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Appendix C: Specifications 43 Appendix D: Warranty Information 44 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Appendix E: Regulatory Information 46 FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Overview Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Overview Thank you for choosing the Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router. The Router lets you access the Internet via a wireless connection or through one of its four switched ports. With the built-in storage link, you can easily add gigabytes of storage space onto your network using USB 2.0 hard drives, or plug in a USB flash disk to access your portable data files.
Product Overview Chapter 1 Reset There are two ways to reset the Router’s factory defaults. Either press and hold the Reset Button for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the Router’s browser-based utility (refer to Administration > Factory Defaults, page 32). Suggested Mounting Hardware 2.5-3.0 mm 4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm †† Note: Mounting hardware illustrations are not true to scale. Power Switch Press I the end to power on the Router.
Wireless Security Checklist Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates by sending information over radio waves, it can be more vulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from your wireless network can also be intercepted.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings. After setting up the Router with the Setup Wizard (located on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use. If you would like to change its advanced settings, use the Router’s browser-based utility. This chapter describes each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Automatic Configuration - DHCP The default Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP. Keep the default only if your ISP supports DHCP or if you connect using a dynamic IP Address. (This option usually applies to cable connections.) Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP Static IP If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 DNS Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP address. Server IP Address Your ISP will provide you with the Server IP Address. User Name and Password Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Size When Manual is selected in the MTU field, this option is enabled. Leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. The default size depends on the Internet Connection Type: •• DHCP, Static IP, or Telstra: 1500 •• PPPoE: 1492 •• PPTP or L2TP: 1460 Network Setup The Network Setup section changes the settings on the network connected to the Router’s Ethernet ports. Wireless Setup is performed through the Wireless tab (refer to Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings, page 12).
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 the lease will be renewed. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day. DynDNS.org Static DNS (1-3) The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to use another, enter that IP Address in one of these fields. You can enter up to three DNS Server IP Addresses here.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Update To manually trigger an update, click Update. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Setup > MAC Address Clone Some ISPs will require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Gateway This is the IP address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Router and the remote network or host. Interface This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the LAN & Wireless (Ethernet and wireless networks) or the WAN (Internet). Click Show Routing Table to view the static routes you have already set up. Decide which computers and other wireless devices should join which network.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration devices, select Wireless‑N Only. If you do not have any Wireless-A and Wireless-N (5GHz) devices in your network, select Disabled. detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcast the Router’s SSID, keep the default, Enabled. If you do not want to broadcast the Router’s SSID, then select Disabled. Network Mode (2.4 GHz) Select the wireless standards running on your 2.4 GHz network. If you have both Wireless-B, Wireless-G and Wireless-N (2.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 3. After the client device has been configured, click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. Then refer back to your client device or its documentation for further instructions. Method #3 Use this method if your client device asks for the Router’s PIN number. 1. On the client device, enter the PIN number listed on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. (It is also listed on the label on the bottom of the Router.) 2.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 WPA2 Enterprise WPA Enterprise This option features WPA2 used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) This option features WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) WPA2 Enterprise WPA Enterprise Encryption WPA2 supports two encryption methods with dynamic encryption keys, AES or WPA-TKIP/ WPA2‑AES.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 RADIUS WEP This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA. IMPORTANT: If you are using WEP encryption, each device in your wireless network MUST use the same WEP encryption method and encryption key, or else your wireless network will not function properly.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter Wireless access can be filtered (restricted) by specifying the MAC addresses of the devices in your wireless network. Wireless Client List This screen shows computers and other devices on the wireless network. The list can be sorted by Client Name, Interface, IP Address, MAC Address, and Status. Select Save to MAC Address Filter List for any device you want to add to the MAC Address Filter List. Then click Add.
Chapter 3 with each other. To use this function, select Enabled. AP Isolation is disabled by default. Frame Burst Enabling this option should provide your network with greater performance, depending on the manufacturer of your wireless products. To use the Frame Burst option, keep the default, Enabled. Authentication Type The default is Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication to be used.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Security > Firewall The Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s local network. ActiveX ActiveX is a programming language for websites. If you deny ActiveX, you run the risk of not having access to Internet sites created using this programming language. Select this option to enable ActiveX filtering. Deselect the feature to allow ActiveX usage.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Storage > Disk The storage options are available when a USB storage device is connected to the USB port of the Router. The Disk screen describes the disk currently attached to the Router. Use this screen to create shared folders, safely remove a disk, or format a disk (any data on the disk will be deleted during formatting). Shared folders are folders you create to manage access to the folders on the disk.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Current Folder The current folder is displayed. Folder Name The available folders are listed by Folder Name. Enter into Folder To display sub-folders, click this button. For example, if you have a digital media adapter that sends content to your entertainment system, then the digital media adapter can locate the Router using the UPnP AV standard. The folders you specify can then be accessed and played by the digital media adapter. Select Select a folder.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Add a Media Folder Storage > FTP Server Use this screen to add a media folder. The storage options are available when a USB storage device is connected to the USB port of the Router. The FTP Server tab creates an FTP server that can be accessed from the Internet or your local network. Storage> FTP Server Media Folder Media Folder Display Name Create a name for the folder. This will appear in the Database table on the Media Server screen.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Delete To delete an FTP folder, click this option. Access Create or Edit an FTP Folder Specify which user groups have read-and-write or readonly access to the folder. (To create user groups, refer to Create or Edit a Group Account, page 24.) Use this screen to add an FTP folder. Available Groups To allow a group access to the folder, select it, and then click the >> button.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 User Management Confirm Password Enter the password again to confirm. By default the Router creates two users, admin and guest. Group Member Select the appropriate user group. The users are listed by User Name and Group. Account Disabled To temporarily disable an account, select this option. Create New User To create a new user, click this button. The User Account screen appears. Proceed to Create or Edit a User Account, page 24.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Access Restrictions > Internet Access The Internet Access screen allows you to deny or allow specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as Internet access, designated services, and websites during specific days and times. 2. Enter a Policy Name in the field provided. 3. To enable this policy, select Enabled. 4. Click Edit List to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. The List of PCs screen appears. You can select a PC by MAC address or IP address.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration To modify a service, select it from the Application list. Change its name, port range, and/or protocol setting. Then click Modify. Internal Port Enter the internal port number used by the server or Internet application. Check with the Internet application documentation for more information. To delete a service, select it from the Application list. Then click Delete. Protocol Select the protocol(s) used for this application, TCP, UDP, or Both. 11.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Application Name In this field, enter the name you wish to give the application. Each name can be up to 12 characters. Start~End Port Enter the number or range of port(s) used by the server or Internet applications. Check with the Internet application documentation for more information. Protocol Select the protocol(s) used for this application, TCP, UDP, or Both. To IP Address For each application, enter the IP address of the computer running the specific application.
