Amped Wireless R20000G User manual

R20000G
High Power Wireless-N 600mW Gigabit
Dual Band Router
User’s Guide

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................2
GETTING STARTED...................................................................................3
Package Contents ....................................................................................3
LED Indicators ..........................................................................................4
Back Panel Description.............................................................................5
SETUP GUIDE ...........................................................................................6
5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS .........................................................................18
Basic Settings (5.0GHz) ..........................................................................18
Basic Settings: Guest Networks (5.0GHz) ...............................................20
Security Settings (5.0GHz)......................................................................21
Advanced Settings (5.0GHz) ...................................................................22
Wi-Fi Protected Setup –WPS (5.0GHz) ..................................................23
Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz).....................................................24
Access Schedule (5.0GHz) ......................................................................25
2.4GHz WI-FI SETTINGS .........................................................................26
Basic Settings (2.4GHz) ..........................................................................26
Basic Settings: Guest Networks (2.4GHz) ...............................................28
Security Settings (2.4GHz)......................................................................29
Advanced Settings (2.4GHz) ...................................................................30
Wi-Fi Protected Setup –WPS (2.4GHz) ..................................................31
Wireless Coverage Controls (2.4GHz).....................................................32
Access Schedule (2.4GHz) ......................................................................33
NETWORK SETTINGS .............................................................................34
Local Network (LAN) ..............................................................................34
Internet Network (WAN)........................................................................36
Advanced Settings .................................................................................38
SMART FEATURES ................................................................................. 40
Block Websites ...................................................................................... 41
User Access (MAC Address Filtering) ..................................................... 42
User Access (IP Address Filtering) .......................................................... 43
USB STORAGE........................................................................................ 44
FIREWALL SETTINGS .............................................................................. 49
Port Filtering.......................................................................................... 50
Port Forwarding..................................................................................... 51
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)...................................................................... 52
Virtual LAN ............................................................................................ 53
Denial of Service .................................................................................... 54
QUALITY OF SERVICE............................................................................. 55
ROUTING SETUP .................................................................................... 56
MANAGEMENT FEATURES .................................................................... 57
System Status ........................................................................................ 58
Network Statistics.................................................................................. 59
Dynamic DNS Settings ........................................................................... 60
System Clock ......................................................................................... 61
System Logs ........................................................................................... 62
Upgrade Firmware................................................................................. 63
Save and Reload Settings....................................................................... 64
Password Settings.................................................................................. 65
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................. 66
DEFAULT SETTINGS ............................................................................... 67
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT INFORMATION............................. 68
WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................... 84

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the
highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering
products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please
feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: [e-mail]
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com

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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
High Power Wireless-N 600mW Gigabit Dual Band Router
Two Detachable 5dBi High Gain Antennas
Two RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
Setup Guide
CD: User’s Guide, Installation Video, Setup Guide, Wi-Fi Analytics Android App
Vertical Mounting Stand

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LED Indicators
(From top to bottom)
Power: Indicates when the High Power Router is powered on. The LED will remain on.
5.0GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or
received over the wireless network.
2.4GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or
received over the wireless network.
Gigabit Wired Ports 1-4: Indicates when a networking device is connected to a wired
port on the back of the High Power Router. The LED blinks rapidly when wired data
traffic is transmitted or received.
Internet Connection: Indicates when a USB storage device is connected to the USB port.
USB Connection: Indicates when a networking device is connected to a wired port on
the back of the High Power Router. The LED blinks rapidly when wired data traffic is
transmitted or received.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When the WPS mode is activated the WPS LED
blinks as it awaits a connection.

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Back Panel Description
Antenna Connectors (1-2):RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Attach the included high gain dual band
antennas to these connectors
USB Port: Attach USB storage devices, such as USB flash drives and external hard drives, for file
sharing.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the High Power Router. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the
router back to factory settings.
WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration.
Wired Devices: Gigabit RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or network devices.
Modem: Gigabit RJ-45 port for connecting to your Broadband Modem.
Power: Power adapter port. Output: 12V 1A, Input: 100-240v

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SETUP GUIDE
Setup Preparations
Disconnect and power off your existing router.
Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your broadband
modem and its power outlet. If you do not have an existing router
please continue to the next step.
Power off your Modem
Power off the modem by disconnecting the modem’s power adapter
from the power outlet. If your modem has a backup battery, remove
the backup battery from your modem. Do NOT power on the modem
until prompted at a later step.

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Connect the High Power Router to your Modem
Do NOT connect the power adapter to the High Power Router at this time.
a) Use the included Ethernet cable and connect one end of the cable to your modem
b) Connect the other end of the cable to the blue “Modem” port on the High Power Router

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Power on your Modem
Plug in your modem’s power adapter and backup battery (if available):

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Power On the High Power Router and Connect it to your Computer
a) Attach the antennas of the High Power Router to the antenna ports labeled 1 and 2
b) Connect the included grey network cable to an available port on your computer
c) Attach the power adapter to the High Power Router’s PWR port and a power outlet

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Open your Web Browser to Access the Setup Wizard
a. Open your web browser.
b. Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c. If the web menu fails to open, type in the
following IP address into your web address bar:
http://192.168.3.1
d. When prompted, enter the login and password.

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Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard
When the web menu appears, click Start to proceed
with the Smart Setup Wizard.
The Smart Setup Wizard will guide you through the
following settings:
1) Internet Connection
2) System Clock
3) Wireless Settings
4) Setup Summary

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Configure your Internet Connection
Configure your Internet settings using the Automatic Configuration settings. The wizard will check the
connection to your modem and attempt to automatically configure your Internet connection settings. If there
is a problem with the connection, the wizard will provide you with information regarding the problem.
More advanced users may choose to configure their connections manually by selecting Manual Configuration.
DSL users may require additional login information. Select the appropriate connection type and enter the
required information.
Click Next to continue.

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If there was a problem with the Automatic Configuration, the
wizard will notify you of the issue. If you continue to have
problems, contact our support department at 888-573-8820.
If the Automatic configuration was successful, you will be
directed to a Configuration Successful page.
Click Next to continue.

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Set the System Clock
The System Clock is used for system logs and setting
schedules for Internet access. Click Sync to
synchronize the System Clock with the time on your
computer.
Click Next to continue.

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Configure your Wireless and Security Settings
5.0GHz Wireless Settings:
The default SSID of the 5GHz wireless network is
“Amped_5.0GHz”
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users connecting
wirelessly to the High Power Router will use this ID to identify your
wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your 5GHz
wireless network is “wireless”.
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key field. The key must
be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings.

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2.4GHz Wireless Settings:
The default SSID of the 2.4GHz wireless network is
“Amped_2.4GHz”
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users connecting
wirelessly to the High Power Router will use this ID to identify your
wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your 2.4GHz
wireless network is “wireless”.
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key field. The key must
be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings. The High Power Router
will reboot. This process may take up to 1 minute. The
page will automatically reload after the countdown. If it
does not, you may need to refresh the page manually or
check your connection to the router.

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Setup Summary
Once the High Power Router has rebooted, it will load
the Setup Summary page and provide you with the
details of your setup. It is recommended that you
print this page for your records.
Open a new web browser window and check that you
have access to the Internet.
At this time, you may disconnect from the High Power
Router and start a wireless connection.
If you have any wired devices that you would like to
attach to the High Power Router you may do so now
as well.
Enjoy your Amped Wireless network.

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5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS
5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Basic Settings (5.0GHz)
The Basic Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your
5.0GHz local wireless network.
Disable 5.0GHz Wireless Connections: Disabling will turn off all
5.0GHz Wi-Fi activity. Users will no longer be able to connect
wirelessly to your 5.0GHz network.
Band: Select the compatible Wi-Fi standard and speed for your
wireless network.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the
visibility of the router’s 5.0GHz network SSID. Users must
manually enter the SSID to connect.
Data Rate: Sets the maximum wireless data rate that your
network will operate on.

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Wireless Network ID (SSID): The name of your 5.0GHz wireless network.
Channel Number: Wi-Fi networks operate on specific wireless channels. Some network channels may have
more interference than others. If your performance is unstable, try a different channel number. If you are
using a repeater with this network, it is recommended you set a static channel, instead of using "Auto."
WMM: Prioritizes multimedia data over the wireless network.
Associated Clients: Shows the active users connected wirelessly to your 5.0GHz network.