Buffalo AirStation NFINITI High Power WHR-300HP User manual

User Manual for User-friendly Firmware
WHR-300HP
AirStation NFINITI HighPower Router and AccessPoint
www.bualotech.com

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Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction ...................................................4
Professional or User-friendly? .....................................................4
Package Contents .......................................................................4
Hardware Overview ....................................................................5
Front Panel LED's .......................................................................... 5
Back Panel ..................................................................................... 7
Top ................................................................................................. 8
Bottom ............................................................................................ 8
Chapter 2 - Placing Your AirStation ................................9
Antenna Placement .....................................................................9
Vertical Placement ......................................................................9
Horizontal Placement ..................................................................10
Wall Mounting .............................................................................11
Chapter 3 - Installation .....................................................12
Initial Setup .................................................................................12
Changing Firmware .....................................................................19
Chapter 4 - Conguration ................................................21
Accessing the Web-based Conguration Interface .....................21
Conguration Menu (Router Mode) ............................................23
Conguration Menu (Bridge Mode) .............................................25
Setup ...........................................................................................27
WAN/LAN ....................................................................................29
Internet ........................................................................................... 29
PPPoE ........................................................................................... 30
DDNS ............................................................................................. 33

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VPN Server .................................................................................... 35
LAN ................................................................................................ 37
DHCP ............................................................................................. 39
NAT ................................................................................................ 40
Routing ........................................................................................... 41
Wireless ......................................................................................42
WPS ............................................................................................... 42
Basic .............................................................................................. 43
Advanced ....................................................................................... 46
WMM .............................................................................................. 47
MAC Filter ...................................................................................... 49
WDS ............................................................................................... 50
AOSS ............................................................................................. 52
Multicast Control ............................................................................ 54
Firewall ........................................................................................55
Firewall ........................................................................................... 55
IP Filter ........................................................................................... 57
VPN Passthrough .......................................................................... 58
Games/Apps ...............................................................................59
Port Forwarding ............................................................................. 59
DMZ ............................................................................................... 60
UPnP .............................................................................................. 61
QoS ................................................................................................ 62
Admin ..........................................................................................63
Name ............................................................................................. 63
Password ....................................................................................... 64
Time/Date ...................................................................................... 65
NTP ................................................................................................ 66
ECO ............................................................................................... 67
Access ........................................................................................... 69
Log ................................................................................................. 70
Save/Restore ................................................................................. 71
Initialize/Restart ............................................................................. 72
Update ........................................................................................... 73

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Diagnostic ...................................................................................74
System Info .................................................................................... 74
Logs ............................................................................................... 76
Packet Info ..................................................................................... 77
Client Monitor ................................................................................. 78
Ping ................................................................................................ 79
Chapter 5 - Connect to a Wireless Network ...................80
Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS) .......................................80
Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) ............................................. 81
Windows XP (Client Manager 3) .................................................... 82
Mac OS X (AOSS Assistant) .......................................................... 83
Other Devices (e.g. Game Console) .............................................. 84
Manual Setup ..............................................................................84
Windows 7 (WLAN AutoCong) ..................................................... 84
Windows Vista (WLAN AutoCong) ............................................... 85
Windows XP (Wireless Zero Conguration) ................................... 88
Mac OS X (Wi-Fi) ........................................................................... 89
Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting ............................................90
Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection................90
Cannot access the web-based conguration interface. ..............90
Cannot connect to the network wirelessly. ..................................91
You forgot the AirStation's SSID, Encryption Key, or Password. 91
The link speed is slower than 300 Mbps (Maximum link speed is
only 130 Mbps). ..........................................................................91
Other Tips ...................................................................................92
Chapter 7 - Default Conguration Settings ....................95

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Professional or User-friendly?
This AirStation wireless router comes with two dierent rmware packages. You may use either the
dd-wrt-based professional rmware or the simple user-friendly rmware. By default, the professional
rmware is preinstalled. Turn to page 19 for instructions on switching between the two rmware
packages.
Note : Most of this manual documents the User-friendly firmware. For more information on the
dd-wrt-based Professional firmware, consult the help files in its web-based configuration
interface or go to www.dd-wrt.com/wiki.
Package Contents
The following items are included with your AirStation. If any of the items are missing, please contact
your vender.
• Main unit ..............................................................................................1
• Detachable antennas .....................................................................2
• AC adapter ...........................................................................................1
• Stand for vertical/wall-mounting................................................1
• Screws for wall-mounting ..............................................................2
• LAN cable .............................................................................................1
• AirStation Utility CD .........................................................................1
• Quick Setup Guide............................................................................1
• Setup Card ...........................................................................................1

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Hardware Overview
Front Panel LED's
1 AOSS Button
Hold down this button until the Security LED ashes
(approximately 1 second) to initiate AOSS or WPS mode,
allowing the unit to exchange security keys with other AOSS
or WPS compatible devices. Power must be on for this to
work.
2 Power LED (Green)
On: The AC adapter is connected
O: The AC adapter is not connected
3 Security LED (Amber)
Indicates security status.
O: Encryption is not set
On: Encryption has been set
Double blink: The unit is waiting for an AOSS or WPS
security key
Blinking: AOSS/WPS error; failed to exchange security keys
Note: When the Security LED is lit, an encryption key has
been set. Wireless clients will need the same key to
connect.
4 Wireless LED (Green)
Indicates wireless LAN status
Blinking: Wireless LAN is transmitting
On: Wireless LAN is enabled but not active
O: Wireless LAN is disabled
5 Router LED (Green) On: Router functionality is enabled
O: Router functionality is disabled
6 Diag LED (Red) This indicates the status of the unit by the number of blinks per cycle.
Note: When the unit is rst turned on or restarted, the Diag LED will
blink for almost a minute during boot. This is normal.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Diag LED
status
Meaning Status
2 blinks *1Flash ROM error Cannot read or write to the ash memory.
3 blinks *1Ethernet (wired) LAN
error
Ethernet LAN controller is malfunctioning.
4 blinks *1Wireless LAN error Wireless LAN controller is malfunctioning.
5 blinks IP address setting error Because the network addresses of both the Internet port (WAN
port) and the LAN port are the same, it is not possible to establish
communication. Change the LAN side IP address of this unit.
Continuously
blinking *2
Updating the rmware
Saving settings
Initializing settings
Updating the rmware.
Saving the settings.
Initializing the settings.
*1 Unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket, wait for a few seconds, and then plug it again. If the
light still ashes, please contact technical support.
*2 Never unplug the AC adapter while the Diag LED is blinking continuously.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Back Panel
7 Router Switch
Switches router mode between enabled, disabled, and auto.
On: Router is enabled (router mode).
O: Router is disabled (bridge/AP mode).
Auto: This switches between modes automatically based
on whether or not another router is detected on the
Internet port. The default setting for this switch is
Auto.
8 LAN LED (Green)
On: An Ethernet device is connected.
Flashing: An Ethernet device is communicating.
9 LAN Port
Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to
these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps and 100
Mbp s connections.
10 Internet LED (Green)
On: The Internet (WAN) port is connected.
Flashing: The Internet port is transmitting data.
11 Internet Port Connect your cable or DSL modem to this port. 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps
connections are supported. In bridge/AP mode (router switch o), the
Internet port becomes a regular LAN port, for a total of 5 usable LAN ports.
12 DC Connector Connect the included AC adapter.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Top
13 Antenna connector Screw on the antennas here.
Bottom
14 Reset Button Hold in this button until the Diag LED comes on to initialize the AirStation’s
settings. Power must be on for this to work.

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Chapter 2 - Placing Your AirStation
Vertical Placement
To stand the AirStation vertically, attach the base as shown.
Antenna Placement
The antennas are included in the package. Screw the antennas clockwise to install.

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Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation
Horizontal Placement
To place the unit horizontally, adjust the antennas as shown.

Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation
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Wall Mounting
1To wall-mount, attach the stand
with screws as shown.
8.5 cm
(~3.3 inches)
2Place the center of the AirStation on the
center of the stand and slide downward
to lock in place.

ROUTER
LAN
１
ON
OFF
AUTO
POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
ROUTER
POWER
INTERNET
LAN
１
２
３
４
ON
OFF
AUTO
2) disconnect
modem
2) disconnect 1) turn o the computer
computer
OFF
Conrm that the
switch is positioned to
[AUTO].
modem
LAN cable
1) connect
2) connect
AirStation
INTERNET port
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Chapter 3 - Installation
Initial Setup
Using AirStation as a Router or an Access Point
To use the AirStation as a router or an access point, congure as below.
1Turn o your computer and modem.
2Unplug the LAN cable that connects
your computer and modem.
3Make sure the mode switch on the back of
the AirStation is in the auto position.
4Connect one end of the LAN cable to the modem, and connect the other end to the Internet
port of the AirStation. Turn on your modem.

ROUTER
POWER
INTERNET
LAN
１
２
３
４
ON
OFF
AUTO
AirStation
1) connect
2) connect the power supply
LAN cable
power outlet
PC
1) connect
power outlet
modem
ON
computer
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5Connect the AirStation’s LAN port to your computer with another LAN cable.
Turn on the AirStation, wait 60 seconds, and then turn on your computer.
6Conrm that the devices are connected correctly as shown below.
7After the computer has booted, the LEDs on the AirStation should be in the following condi-
tion:
Power Green LED on
Wireless Green LED on or blinking
Router Green LED on or o depending on your network
Diag O
LAN Green LED on or blinking
Internet Green LED on or blinking
Refer to pages page 5 and page 7 for LED locations and other details.
8Launch a web browser. If the home page is displayed, setup is complete.
If username and password elds are displayed, enter “admin” for the username and
“password” for the password, then click [OK]. Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete setup.
You’ve completed initial setup of your AirStation. Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings.

POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
ROUTER
LAN
１
ON
OFF
AUTO
POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
router AirStation computer
router AirStation computer
wireless wired
wireless wireless
Using as an Ethernet Converter:
Using as a repeater:
Move the switch from
the auto position to
o.
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Chapter 3 Installation
Using AirStation as an Ethernet Converter or a Repeater
To use the AirStation as an Ethernet converter or a repeater, follow the directions below.
This section describes manual conguration. You can also use AOSS or WPS for automatic conguration.
1Set your computer’s IP address settings as follows (Appendix C).
IP Address 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server blank
2Shut down your computer.
3Move the switch from the auto position to
o.

ROUTER
POWER
INTERNET
LAN
１
２
３
４
ON
OFF
AUTO
AirStation
1) connect
2) connect the power supply
LAN cable
power outlet
PC
1) connect
power outlet
ON
computer
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4Connect the AirStation’s LAN port to your computer with another LAN cable.
Turn on the AirStation, wait 60 seconds, and then turn on your computer.
5Conrm that the devices are connected correctly as shown below.
6After the computer has booted, the LEDs on the AirStation should be in the following condi-
tion:
Power Green LED on
Wireless Green LED on or blinking
Router O
Diag O
LAN Green LED on or blinking
Refer to pages page 5 and page 7 for LED locations and other details.

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Chapter 3 Installation
7Launch a web browser.
8Enter the LAN IP address of the AirStation in the
address eld, then press the Enter key.
Notes: • The default IP address of the AirStation is 192.168.11.100 in access point mode.
• If you have changed the IP address of the AirStation, enter that IP address.
9Enter “admin” for the username and
“password” for the password and click [OK].
Note: If you forget your password, hold down the
reset button (page 8) to initialize all settings.
Note that all other settings will also revert to
their default values.
10 Click [Wireless] > [WDS].

POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
POWER
SECURITY
WEIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
router AirStationBUFFALO Wireless
router with WDS
AirStation
Chapter 3 Installation
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11 If the device you connect supports WDS such as the WHR-300HP, WZR-300HP and WZR-
600DHP, select [Slave] from the [Specify Master/Slave] menu and click [Search].
If the device you connect doesn’t support WDS, select [Slave(EC)] from the [Specify Master/
Slave] menu and click [Search].
Slave(EC):
Slave:
12 Once the list of the access points is displayed, select the access point you are going to con-
nect to, then click [Select].
If the access point you are going to connect to is not displayed, click [Search Again].

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13 Enter the encryption settings and password (“key”) for the access point you are connecting
to, then click [Apply].
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Change your computer’s IP address settings back to their former values.
ex) IP Address Obtain an IP address automatically
DNS server Obtain DNS server address automatically
Note: If using the AirStation as a repeater, unplug the LAN cable from your computer. You’re now con-
nected to the AirStation wirelessly.
Launch a web browser. If your home page is displayed, setup is complete.

Chapter 3 Installation
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Changing Firmware
To change between the professional rmware (dd-wrt) and the user-friendly rmware, follow the
steps below.
1Open the conguration Interface of the AirStation.
2To replace the professional rmware with the user-friendly rmware, click [Administration] >
[Firmware Upgrade].
To replace the user-friendly rmware with the professional rmware, go to [Easy Setup] and
click [Update AirStation Firmware].