Alfa Network AIP-W525H User manual

AIP-W525H
Rev: 1.0.0

FCC 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. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT.
SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
National restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following
the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country
Restriction
Reason/remark
Bulgaria
None
General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
France
Outdoor use limited to 10
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
Italy
None
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
Luxembourg
None
General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
Norway
Implemented
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Russian Federation
None
Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

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CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................................................................................1
Chapter 1. Introduction.......................................................................................................................2
1.1 Overview.............................................................................................................................2
1.2 Main Features.....................................................................................................................3
1.3 Panel Layout.......................................................................................................................4
1.3.1 The Front Panel......................................................................................................4
1.3.2 The Rear Panel ......................................................................................................5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router.....................................................................................................6
2.1 System Requirements.........................................................................................................6
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements..............................................................................6
2.3 Connecting the Router........................................................................................................6
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide...................................................................................................8
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration..........................................................................................................8
3.2 Quick Installation Guide....................................................................................................10
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router ..................................................................................................16
4.1 Login .................................................................................................................................16
4.2 Status................................................................................................................................16
4.3 Quick Setup.......................................................................................................................17
4.4 WPS..................................................................................................................................17
4.5 TCP/IP Settings.................................................................................................................20
4.5.1 LAN.......................................................................................................................20
4.5.2 WAN Interface ......................................................................................................22
4.6 Wireless ............................................................................................................................30
4.6.1 Basic Settings.......................................................................................................30
4.6.2 Advanced Settings................................................................................................32
4.6.3Security.................................................................................................................33
4.6.4 Access Control......................................................................................................38
4.6.5 WDS Settings .......................................................................................................39
4.6.6 Site Survey ...........................................................................................................41
4.6.7 WPS......................................................................................................................42

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4.6.8 Schedule...............................................................................................................43
4.7 Firewall..............................................................................................................................44
4.7.1 Port Filtering .........................................................................................................44
4.7.2 IP Filtering.............................................................................................................45
4.7.3 MAC Filtering........................................................................................................45
4.7.4 Port Forwarding....................................................................................................46
4.7.5 URL Filtering.........................................................................................................47
4.7.6 DMZ......................................................................................................................47
4.7.7 VLAN ....................................................................................................................48
4.8 QoS...................................................................................................................................49
4.9 Management.....................................................................................................................49
4.9.1 Status....................................................................................................................50
4.9.2 Statistics ...............................................................................................................50
4.9.3 DDNS....................................................................................................................51
4.9.4 Time Zone Setting ................................................................................................52
4.9.5 Denial-of-Service..................................................................................................53
4.9.6 Log........................................................................................................................54
4.9.7 Upgrade Firmware................................................................................................55
4.9.8 Save/Reload Setting.............................................................................................56
4.9.9 Password..............................................................................................................57
Appendix A: FAQ .................................................................................................................................58
Appendix B: Configuring the PC .......................................................................................................59
Appendix C: Specifications................................................................................................................62
Appendix D: Glossary.........................................................................................................................63

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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
AIP-W525H
Power Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact your distributor.

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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the AIP-W525H.
1.1 Overview
TheAIP-W525H integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-Router and WirelessAP. The AIP-W525H
delivers exceptional range and speed, whichcan fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office
(SOHO) networks and users that demand higher networking performance.
The AIP-W525H provides up to 300M wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The
speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time ensuring your network
stability. It is compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.
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The multiple protection measures include SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN 64/128-bit
WEP encryption, Wi-Fi protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as advanced Firewall
protections. TheAIP-W525H provides complete data privacy.
AIP-W525H Router provides flexible access control for parents and network administrators to
establish restricted access policies for children or staff members. It also supports Virtual Server and
DMZ host. The network administrators can manage and monitor the network in real time with the
remote management function.
Since the Router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is easy to manage
and operate. The Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed step by step instructions are in
this user guide. Before installing the Router, please look through the user guide to know all the
Router’s functions.
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1.2 Main Features
IEEE 802.11n wireless technology to provide a wireless data rate of up to 300Mbps.
One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 WAN port, four 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN
ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.
Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE Internet
access.
Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
ProvidesAutomatic-connection and Scheduled Connection to the Internet on specified times.
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address distribution.
Supports Stateful Packet Inspection.
Supports VPN Passthrough.
Supports Parental Control and Access Control.
Provides 64/128-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.

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1.3 Panel Layout
1.3.1 The Front Panel
Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The Router’s LEDs and the WPS/Reset Button are located on the front panel (View from left to
right).
Name
Status
Indication
PWR
Off
Power is off.
On
Power is on.
SYS
On
Push the Reset button
WLAN
Off
The Wireless function is disabled or not active
Flashing
The Wireless active
WAN,
1,2,3,4 (LAN)
Off
There is no device linked to the corresponding port.
On
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but
there is no activity.
Flashing
There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
WPS
Slow Flash
A wireless device is connected to the network by WPS
function. This process will last for about 2 minutes.
On
A wireless device has been successfully added to the
network by WPS function. The LED will light up for about
5 minutes.
Quick Flash
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by
WPS function.
Table 1-1 The LEDs Description
Note:
1. After the device has been successfully added to the network by the WPS function, the WPS
LED will light up for about 5 minutes and then turn off.
2. To reset the router, press the WPS/Reset Button and hold for more than five seconds.

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1.3.2 The Rear Panel
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
The following parts are located on the rear panel (View from left to right).
POWER: The Power socket is where you will connect the power adapter. Please use the
power adapter provided with the AIP-W525H.
WAN: The WAN port is where you will connect the DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet.
1,2,3,4 (LAN): Ports (1, 2, 3, and 4) to connect the Router to the local PC(s).
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the wireless data.