Asus DSL-N17U User manual

DSL-N17U
Wireless-N300
ADSL/VDSL Modem Router
User Guide

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E10140
First Edition
January 2015

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Table of contents
1 Getting to know your xDSL modem router
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................................6
1.2 Package contents.........................................................................6
1.3 Your xDSL modem router..........................................................7
1.4 Positioning your xDSL modem router..................................9
1.5 Setup Requirements ................................................................ 10
1.6 xDSL Modem Router Setup................................................... 10
1.6.1 Wired connection..................................................................11
1.6.2 Wireless connection.............................................................12
2 Getting started
2.1 Logging into the Web GUI ..................................................... 13
2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) Wizard
with Auto-detection ................................................................ 14
2.3 Connecting to your wireless network................................ 18
3 Configuring the General settings
3.1 Using the Network Map ......................................................... 19
3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings......................20
3.1.2 Managing your network clients.......................................21
3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device.............................................22
3.2 Creating a Guest Network...................................................... 25
3.3 Using the Traffic Manager...................................................... 26
3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth..........26
3.3.2 Monitoring Traffic .................................................................30
3.3.3 Spectrum .................................................................................31
3.4 Setting up Parental Control................................................... 32
3.5 Using the USB Application..................................................... 33
3.5.1 Using AiDisk...............................................................................33
3.5.2 Using Servers Center............................................................35

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3.6 Using AiCloud............................................................................. 40
3.6.1 Cloud Disk................................................................................41
3.6.2 Smart Access...........................................................................43
3.6.3 Smart Sync...............................................................................44
4 Configuring the Advanced Settings
4.1 Wireless......................................................................................... 45
4.1.1 General......................................................................................45
4.1.2 WPS ............................................................................................48
4.1.3 Bridge ........................................................................................50
4.1.4 Wireless MAC Filter ...............................................................52
4.1.5 RADIUS Setting ......................................................................53
4.1.6 Professional.............................................................................54
4.2 LAN................................................................................................. 56
4.2.1 LAN IP ........................................................................................56
4.2.2 DHCP Server............................................................................57
4.2.3 Route .........................................................................................59
4.2.4 IPTV ...............................................................................................60
4.3 WAN ............................................................................................... 61
4.3.1 Internet Connection.............................................................61
4.3.2 Dual WAN .................................................................................63
4.3.3 Port Trigger..............................................................................64
4.3.4 Virtual Server/Port Forwarding........................................66
4.3.5 DMZ............................................................................................69
4.3.6 DDNS .........................................................................................70
4.3.7 NAT Passthrough...................................................................71
4.4 IPv6................................................................................................. 72
4.5 VPN Server................................................................................... 73
4.6 Firewall.......................................................................................... 74
4.6.1 General......................................................................................74

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4.6.2 URL Filter ..................................................................................74
4.6.3 Network Services Filter .......................................................75
4.7 Administration ........................................................................... 77
4.7.1 System.......................................................................................77
4.7.2 Firmware Upgrade................................................................78
4.7.3 Restore/Save/Upload Setting ...........................................78
4.7.4 DSL Setting..............................................................................79
4.7.5 Feedback ..................................................................................82
4.8 System Log .................................................................................. 83
5 Utilities
5.1 Device Discovery....................................................................... 84
5.2 Firmware Restoration .............................................................. 85
5.3 Setting up your printer server .............................................. 86
5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing .....................................................86
5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer .................................................90
5.4 Download Master...................................................................... 95
5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings.................96
5.4.2 NZB settings............................................................................97
6 Troubleshooting
6.1 Basic Troubleshooting............................................................. 98
6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ................................101
Appendices
Notices .....................................................................................................111
ASUS Contact information..................................................................125
Networks Global Hotline Information.............................................126

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1 Getting to know your xDSL
modem router
NOTES:
• Ifanyoftheitemsaredamagedormissing,contactASUSfor
technical inquiries and support. Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline
list at the back of this user manual.
• Keeptheoriginalpackagingmaterialincaseyouwouldneedfuture
warranty services such as repair or replacement.
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing an ASUS DSL-N17U Wireless VDSL/ADSL
Modem Router!
The ultra-thin and stylish DSL-N17U features 2.4GHz with speed
up to 300Mbit/s; operates as a router on an ADSL or VDSL line;
SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 file sharing;
and capability to handle 300,000 sessions. These features make
this xDSL modem router a good choice for complete home
networking.
1.2 Package contents
VDSL/ADSL Wireless Modem Router
Network cable (RJ-45 cable)
Support CD (Manual, utility software)
Splitter (varies with region)
Power adapter
Quick Start Guide
DSL/phone cable (RJ-11 cable)
Warranty card

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1.3 Your xDSL modem router
Wi-Fi LED
Off: No wireless signal.
On: Wireless system is ready.
Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection.
USB LED
Off: No power or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to USB devices.
LAN 1~4 LED
Off: No power or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to an Ethernet network.
Internet LED
Off: No power or no Internet connection.
On: Internet connection is established.
WAN LED
Off: No power or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN).
DSL LED
Off: No DSL link or unable to establish DSL link.
On: DSL link is established.
Flashing: DSL is attempting to connect to a DSLAM.
Power LED
Off: No power.
On: Device is ready.
Flashing slow: Rescue mode
Flashing quick: WPS is processing.

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NOTES:
• Useonlytheadapterthatcamewithyourpackage.Usingother
adapters may damage the device.
• Specifications:
• Powerconsumptioninomode:0.21W
• Powerconsumptioninnetworkstandbymode:4.21W
• Theaveragepowerconsumptionisdeterminedatroom
temperatures with the following load:
DC Power adapter DC Output: +12V with max. 2A current
Operating
Temperature 0~40oC Storage 0~70oC
Operating Humidity 50~90% Storage 20~90%
WPS button
This button launches the WPS Wizard.
Wi-Fi button
Pressthisbuttontoturnon/otheWi-Ficonnection
LAN 1 ~ 4 ports
Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.
USB 2.0 ports
Insert USB 2.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into these
ports.
Ethernet WAN port
Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection.
RJ-11 port
Use an RJ-11 cable to connect your xDSL modem router to a splitter or a
telephone outlet.
Reset button
This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.
Power (DC-IN) port
Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a
power source.
Power button
Pressthisbuttontopoweronorothesystem.

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1.4 Positioning your xDSL modem router
For the best wireless signal transmission between the xDSL
modem router and the network devices connected to it, ensure
that you:
• PlacethexDSLmodemrouterinacentralizedareafora
maximum wireless coverage for the network devices.
• Keepthedeviceawayfrommetalobstructionsandawayfrom
direct sunlight.
• Topreventsignalinterferenceorloss,keepthedeviceaway
from 802.11g or 20MHz only Wi-Fi devices, 2.4GHz computer
peripherals, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, transformers,
heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens,
refrigerators, and other industrial equipment.
• Forthebestfront-to-rearcoverage,placethexDSLmodem
router in an upright position.
• Forthebestup-to-downcoverage,placethexDSLmodem
router in an inclined position.

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1.5 Setup Requirements
To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets
the following system requirements:
• EthernetRJ-45(LAN)port(10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-
TX)
• IEEE802.11b/g/nwirelesscapability
• AninstalledTCP/IPservice
• WebbrowsersuchasInternetExplorer,Firefox,Safari,or
Google Chrome
NOTES:
• Ifyourcomputerdoesnothavebuilt-inwirelesscapabilities,you
may install an IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN adapter to your computer to
connect to the network.
• TheEthernetRJ-45cablesthatwillbeusedtoconnectthenetwork
devices should not exceed 100 meters.
1.6 xDSL Modem Router Setup
IMPORTANT!
• UseawiredconnectionwhensettingupyourxDSLmodemrouterto
avoid possible setup problems.
• BeforesettingupyourASUSxDSLmodemrouter,dothefollowing:
 • IfyouarereplacinganexistingxDSLmodemrouter,disconnectit
from your network.