The Hardware Installation
System Requirements
Before installing the AW-GR520, make sure your system satisfies the following requirements.
Desktop or Laptop with an Ethernet port
Browser-Internet Explorer 5.5 or Firefox 1.0 above
Wired or Wireless Network Adapter
CD-ROM Drive
Hardware Installation
The AW-GR520 package comes together with a Non-detachable type-antenna to maximize
its network operating range.
1. Make sure that all of your hardware is powered off, including the broadband modem and
PCs.
2. Connect your broadband modem’s Ethernet cable to the Router’s Internet port.
3. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the numbered ports on the back
of the Router. Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on a network device, e.g., a PC,
print server, or switch. Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other network devices to the
Router.
4. Power on the broadband modem.
5. Connect the included power adapter to the Router’s Power port, and then plug the power
adapter into an electrical outlet. 6. Power on your PC(s).
7. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the
center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your wireless devices.
Operating Range
The signal range of AW-GR520 varies from the operating environment. Obstacles such as
walls and metal barriers could reflex and absorb radio signals. Devices like microwave
ovens can create problems to the wireless network greatly. 802.11b/g: Indoor 130ft (40m),
outdoor (LOS, Light-of-Sight) 1000f t (310m) Set by default, the AW-GR520 should
automatically adjust the data rate. The closer the wireless stations are the better the signal
and transmission speed they will receive. To improve your wireless transmission, try moving
your wireless stations closer to the AW-GR520
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