Aztech 4-Port Wireless N Router User manual

4-Port Wireless N Router

User Manual
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Contents
About the Router........................................................................................................ 5
Requirements.............................................................................................. 6
Package Contents........................................................................................ 6
Device Design .............................................................................................. 7
Getting Started........................................................................................................... 9
Planning Your Network ............................................................................. 10
Remove or Disable Conflicts ...................................................................... 11
Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications...............................................11
Configuring TCP/IP Settings ...................................................................................12
Configuring Internet Properties .............................................................................12
Removing Temporary Internet Files ......................................................................13
Setup the Device ....................................................................................... 14
Connecting to the Internet ........................................................................ 15
Connecting Wireless Devices ..................................................................... 19
About the Web Manager .......................................................................................... 20
Accessing the Web Manager...................................................................... 20
Menus........................................................................................................ 20
Basic Menu..............................................................................................................20
Advanced Menu......................................................................................................20
Basic Menu ............................................................................................................... 21
Home......................................................................................................... 21
Setup Wizard ............................................................................................. 22
Advanced Menu........................................................................................................ 26
WAN........................................................................................................... 26
DHCP Client (Default)..............................................................................................26
Static IP (Assigned by ISP) .....................................................................................27
PPPOE (DSL) ............................................................................................................28
PPTP.........................................................................................................................29
L2TP .........................................................................................................................30
LAN ............................................................................................................ 31
LAN Settings............................................................................................................31
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LAN Clients ..............................................................................................................32
Wireless..................................................................................................... 33
Basic Settings..........................................................................................................33
Security Settings .....................................................................................................35
Detailed Settings.....................................................................................................38
Wireless Access Control ..........................................................................................39
WDS Settings...........................................................................................................40
WPS Settings ...........................................................................................................41
RADIUS Settings ......................................................................................................42
Wireless Clients.......................................................................................................42
Routing...................................................................................................... 43
Route Settings.........................................................................................................43
Dynamic Routing.....................................................................................................44
Static Routing..........................................................................................................45
Security...................................................................................................... 46
Port Forwarding ......................................................................................................46
IP Filtering ...............................................................................................................47
MAC Filtering...........................................................................................................48
URL Filtering ............................................................................................................49
Port Filtering ...........................................................................................................50
Denial of Service.....................................................................................................51
DMZ..........................................................................................................................51
Config File.................................................................................................. 52
DDNS.......................................................................................................... 52
Factory Reset............................................................................................. 53
Firmware Upgrade..................................................................................... 53
Password ................................................................................................... 54
Statistics .................................................................................................... 54
System Log ................................................................................................ 55
Time Settings............................................................................................. 56
Restart....................................................................................................... 56
Log Out ...................................................................................................... 56
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About the Router
Your router offers an easy way of integrating your computer and other network devices
into a single network. Here are some of the benefits you can obtain from using the
router in your home or office:
Top Notch Security Your router utilizes built-in firewall security to block service
attacks. For added flexibility, it can be modified to allow specific applications to
pass through while blocking intrusive threats at the same time.
Intuitive User Interface Applying changes on the router settings can be done
easily using a Web browser. The router uses a simplified user interface that allows
you to apply the configurations you want for the various features of the router.
Your router will serve as the central figure in establishing your local area network (LAN)
by using a combination of hardware and software. The hardware includes the cables,
wireless access points, and Ethernet ports that create the path to connect your devices.
The software part includes the applications that manage the flow of information in these
devices.
You can complete the basic installation and Internet connection within 8 minutes. Some
more time is needed if you intend to utilize more advanced functions but it can be worth
it. Advanced features like port forwarding will help you create your own web server to
store your Web site, Dynamic DNS allows you to access your network from the Internet,
and remote Web access enables you to configure your router settings from different
locations.
Once installation is complete, it will be much more easier for you to enjoy voice
communication, high speed Internet, and data/audio/video sharing within your network.
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Requirements
Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements.
 Any operating system can be used
 Internet Explorer 4.0 or Netscape Navigator 3.02
 233MHz processor
 CD-ROM Drive
 Ethernet network adapter
 An active Internet account
Package Contents
Package contents are listed below. For any missing items, please contact your dealer
immediately. Product contents vary for different models.
 Router
 Ethernet cable
 12V 1A Power Adapter
 Easy Start Guide
 Resource CD
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Device Design
Label Action Description
Off No power is supplied to the device1 POWER
Steady light Connected to an AC power supply
Off No modem connection
Steady light
(Green)
Connected to an active modem at 100 Mb
Blinking light
(Green)
Transmitting/Receiving data at 100 Mbps
Steady light
(Orange)
Connected to an active modem at 10 Mb
2 WAN
Blinking light
(Orange)
Transmitting/Receiving data at 10 Mbps
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Off No Ethernet connection
Steady light
(Green)
Connected to an active Ethernet device at 100 Mbps
Blinking light
(Green)
Transmitting/Receiving data at 100 Mbps
Steady light
(Orange)
Connected to an active Ethernet device at 10 Mbps
3 ETHERNET 1-4
Blinking light
(Orange)
Transmitting/Receiving data at 10 Mbps
Off Access point is disabled4 WLAN
Blinking light
(Green)
Transmitting/Receiving data wirelessly
5 WPS To connect wireless automatically into the wireless network,
press for three seconds. (Wireless client hardware must be
WPS-enabled)
6 Antenna 1-3 Sending/receiving wireless signals
7 POWER Connecting the 12V 1A DC power adapter
8 RESET Press for 10 seconds to reset the router
9 WAN Connecting with a modem using an Ethernet cable
10 ETHERNET 1-4 Connecting with computers/devices using an Ethernet cable
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Getting Started
Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps
needed to complete the installation. Brief descriptions appear beside each step. Detailed
instructions are provided in the subsequent pages.
Plan your Network
Remove/Disable
Conflicts
You may need to check some
setting or disable some application
before installation.
Setup the Router
Connect the modem, computer, and
power adaptor to the router.
Connect to the
Internet
Open a browser to access the Web
Manager and then use Setup Wizard
to connect to the Internet.
Ready to Use
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Planning Your Network
Before moving ahead to setup your network, it is a good idea to draw out a network
diagram to help identify your network devices and plan out how to connect these
devices. The illustration below is an example of a network diagram.
To create a network diagram:
 For wireless devices, identify the wireless devices you want to include in the
network
 For wired devices, identify which router port you want to use for each device.
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Remove or Disable Conflicts
To make sure the router installation moves on smoothly, you need to remove or disable
conflicts that may interfere the installation. Probable conflicts may include:
 Internet sharing applications
 Proxy software
 Security software
 TCP/IP settings
 Internet properties
 Temporary Internet files
Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications
Internet sharing, proxy software, and firewall applications may interfere with the router
installation. These should be removed or disabled before start the installation.
If you have any of the following or similar applications installed on your computer,
remove or disable them according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Internet Sharing Applications Proxy Software Security Software
Microsoft Internet Sharing WinGate Symantec
WinProxy Zone Alarm
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Configuring TCP/IP Settings
Check if your computer uses the default TCP/IP settings.
To check the TCP/IP properties:
1. Click the Start button, and then click Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Type control ncpa.cpl, and then click OK. This opens the Network Connections in
your computer.
3. Right-click LAN, and then select Properties. This opens the Local Area Connection
Properties dialog box.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties. This opens the Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box.
5. Check Obtain an IP address automatically.
6. To close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box, click OK.
7. To close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, click OK.
Configuring Internet Properties
To set the Internet Properties:
1. Click the Start button, and then click Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Type control inetcpl.cpl, and then click OK. This opens Internet Properties.
3. Click Connections tab.
4. In Dial-up and Virtual Private Network settings, check Never dial a connection.
5. To close Internet Properties, click OK.
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Removing Temporary Internet Files
Temporary Internet files are files from Web sites that are stored in your computer. Delete
these files to clean the cache and remove footprints left by the Web pages you visited.
To remove temporary Internet files:
1. Click the Start button, and then click Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Type control, and then click OK. This opens Control Panel.
3. Double-click Internet Options. This opens Internet Options.
4. In the Temporary Internet Files pane, click Delete Cookies.
5. Click Delete Files.
6. To close Internet Properties, click OK.
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Setup the Device
When installing the router, find an area where there are enough electrical outlets for the
router, the main computer, and your other computer devices.
To setup the router:
a. Use an Ethernet cable to connect a modem to the WAN port.
b. Use an Ethernet cable to connect a computer to any of the available Ethernet
ports from 1-4.
c. Connect the power adapter and then plug it to an electrical source.
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Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet, use the Web Manager’s Setup Wizard.
Note: To connect to the Internet, make sure that your router is connected to a modem and you have an
active Internet service account.
To connect to the Internet via the Web Interface:
1. Open your browser.
2. Type 192.168.1.254 in the address field and then press Enter. This opens the Log
In Authentication page.
3. Type your Username and Password. The default username/password for the Web
Manager is admin/admin.
4. Under Basic Settings, click Setup Wizard. This opens the Setup Wizard. You will be
asked to provide the following information:
a. New Web Manager password
b. Time Zone
c. Internet account username and password
d. Wireless network settings
e. Wireless security settings
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5. In Step 1, type the new Web Manager password twice and then click Next.
6. In Step 2, you can enable the Time zone settings. Select a time zone, NTP server,
and then click Next.
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7. In Step 3, select a WAN access type, and then click Next.
8. In Step 4, type the new Wireless Network Name, change the basic settings, and
then click Next. The default Wireless Network Name is aztech . You can replace this
with your own network name.
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9. In Step 5, configure the Wireless Security settings, and then click Finished.
10. Click OK. After you click OK, the router will save the new settings and then try to
establish a connection with your Internet service provider.
To verify if your connection has been successful, click Home under the Basic Menu.
A WAN IP address will appear in the Connection Information pane.
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Connecting Wireless Devices
After you setup the device settings through the main computer, you can connect other
devices with wireless capabilities. Wireless devices relieve you from the task of laying
out cables and allow you to use the Internet connection from your router.
To the connect with wireless devices:
1. Turn on your wireless device.
2. Open the software you use to detect a wireless connection. This opens a window
to ask for the connection settings.
3. Enter the connection settings for the wireless network. These settings are defined
in your router during setup.
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About the Web Manager
The Web Manager is used to configure the router settings.
Accessing the Web Manager
To access the Web Manager:
1. Open a browser.
2. Enter the router’s IP Address. The default IP Address is 192.168.1.254. This opens
the Log In Authentication page.
3. Type the Username and Password. The default Username/Password is
admin/admin.
Menus
The web interface includes the following menus:
Basic Menu
Provides the Home and Setup Wizard links
Advanced Menu
The Advanced Menu provides advanced configuration settings.
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