Edimax BR-6208AC V2 User manual

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BR-6208AC V2
User Manual
09-2016 / v1.0

CONTENTS
I. Product Information.............................................................................. 1
I-1. Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1
I-2. LED Status ......................................................................................................................2
I-3. Back Panel......................................................................................................................3
I-4. Safety Information.........................................................................................................4
II. Installation............................................................................................ 5
II-1. Wi-Fi Router Mode ........................................................................................................8
II-2. Access Point Mode.......................................................................................................13
II-3. Range Extender Mode .................................................................................................18
II-4. Wireless Bridge Mode..................................................................................................25
II-4. Wireless Bridge Mode..................................................................................................25
II-5. WISP Mode ..................................................................................................................31
II-6. WPS Setup....................................................................................................................39
II-7. Reset to Factory Default Settings ................................................................................39
III. Browser Based Configuration Interface.................................................40
III-1. Login.............................................................................................................................40
III-2. Save Settings................................................................................................................42
III-3. Main Menu ..................................................................................................................43
III-3-1. Status ...........................................................................................................................44
III-3-2. Setup Wizard................................................................................................................45
III-3-3. Internet/WISP ..............................................................................................................47
III-3-3-1. WAN Setup...................................................................................................................48
III-3-3-1-1. Dynamic IP ...................................................................................................................48
III-3-3-1-2. Static IP ........................................................................................................................49
III-3-3-1-3. PPPoE ...........................................................................................................................51
III-3-3-1-4. PPTP .............................................................................................................................53
III-3-3-1-5. L2TP..............................................................................................................................55
III-3-3-2. DDNS............................................................................................................................57
III-3-4. LAN...............................................................................................................................59
III-3-5. 2.4GHz Wireless & 5GHz Wireless ...............................................................................62
III-3-5-1. Basic .............................................................................................................................62
III-3-5-1-1. Disable .........................................................................................................................66
III-3-5-1-2. WEP..............................................................................................................................67
III-3-5-1-3. WPA Pre-Shared Key....................................................................................................68
III-3-5-1-4. WPA Radius..................................................................................................................69
III-3-5-2. Guest/ Multiple SSID....................................................................................................70

III-3-5-3. WPS..............................................................................................................................73
III-3-5-4. Access Control .............................................................................................................74
III-3-5-5. Schedule.......................................................................................................................76
III-3-6. Firewall.........................................................................................................................78
III-3-6-1. URL Blocking ................................................................................................................78
III-3-6-2. Access Control .............................................................................................................80
III-3-6-3. DMZ..............................................................................................................................84
III-3-6-4. DoS...............................................................................................................................85
III-3-7. QoS...............................................................................................................................87
III-3-7-1. QoS...............................................................................................................................87
III-3-7-2. iQoS..............................................................................................................................90
III-3-8. Advanced .....................................................................................................................92
III-3-8-1. Static Routing...............................................................................................................92
III-3-8-2. Port Forwarding ...........................................................................................................93
III-3-8-3. Virtual Server ...............................................................................................................95
III-3-8-4. 2.4GHz Wireless...........................................................................................................96
II-3-8-5. 5GHz Wireless..............................................................................................................97
III-3-8-6. IGMP ..........................................................................................................................100
III-3-8-7. UPnP...........................................................................................................................101
III-3-9. Administration ...........................................................................................................102
III-3-9-1. Time Zone ..................................................................................................................102
III-3-9-2. Password....................................................................................................................103
III-3-9-3. Remote Access...........................................................................................................104
III-3-9-4. Backup/Restore .........................................................................................................105
III-3-9-5. Upgrade .....................................................................................................................105
III-3-9-6. Restart........................................................................................................................106
III-3-9-7. Logs ............................................................................................................................106
III-3-9-8. Active DHCP Client.....................................................................................................107
III-3-9-9. Statistics.....................................................................................................................107
IV. Appendix ...........................................................................................108
IV-1. Configuring your IP address.......................................................................................108
IV-1-1. How to check that your computer uses a dynamic IP address .................................109
IV-1-1-1. Windows XP ...............................................................................................................109
IV-1-1-2. Windows Vista ...........................................................................................................111
IV-1-1-3. Windows 7 .................................................................................................................113
IV-1-1-4. Windows 8 .................................................................................................................116
IV-1-1-5. Mac OS.......................................................................................................................120
IV-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer ......................................................122
IV-1-2-1. Windows XP ...............................................................................................................122
IV-1-2-2. Windows Vista ...........................................................................................................124
IV-1-2-3. Windows 7 .................................................................................................................125

IV-1-2-4. Windows 8 .................................................................................................................128
IV-1-2-5. Mac ............................................................................................................................132
IV-1-3. How to Find Your Network Security Key ...................................................................135
IV-1-3-1. Windows 7 & Vista.....................................................................................................135
IV-1-3-2. Mac ............................................................................................................................137
IV-1-4. Ho to Fid You Routes IP Addess.......................................................................140
IV-1-4-1. Windows XP, Vista & 7...............................................................................................140
IV-1-4-2. Windows 8 .................................................................................................................142
IV-1-4-3. Mac ............................................................................................................................145
IV-2. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network..................................................................................147
IV-3. Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................149
V. Glossary .............................................................................................155

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I. Product Information
I-1. Package Contents
Before you start using this product, please check if there is anything missing in
the package, and contact your dealer to claim the missing item(s):
Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
Power Adapter
CD-ROM
BR-6208AC V2

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I-2. LED Status
LED
Color
LED Status
Description
Power
Green
On
BR-6208AC V2 is on.
Off
BR-6208AC V2 is off.
Internet
Green
On
Internet connection is ready.
Flashing
Factory default state, or Ethernet
cable not connected, or no
Internet connection.
2.4GHz Wi-Fi
Green
On
2.4GHz Wi-Fi wireless activity
(transferring/receiving data).
Flashing
2.4GHz WPS is active.
Off
2.4GHz Wi-Fi not active.
5GHz Wi-Fi
Green
On
5GHz Wi-Fi wireless activity
(transferring/receiving data).
Flashing
5GHz WPS is active.
Off
5GHz Wi-Fi not active.
Firmware
Green
On
Firmware is latest.
Flashing
Firmware is upgrading.

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VPN
Green
On
VPN is on.
Off
VPN is off.
I-3. Back Panel
LAN Ports 1–4
Power Port
Antenna x 3
Internet/WAN
Port

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I-4. Safety Information
In order to ensure the safe operation of the device and its users, please read
and act in accordance with the following safety instructions.
1. The device is designed for indoor use only; do not place it outdoors.
2. Do not place the device in or near hot/humid places, such as a kitchen or
bathroom.
3. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from the
BR-6208AC V2.
4. Handle the device with care. Accidental damage will void the warranty of
the device.
5. The device contains small parts which are a danger to small children under
3 years old. Please keep the device out of reach of children.
6. Do not place the device on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials. The
device may become hot during use.
7. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device. If you experience
problems with the device, please contact your dealer of purchase and ask
for help.
8. The device is an electrical device and as such, if it becomes wet for any
reason, do not attempt to touch it without switching the power supply off.
Contact an experienced electrical technician for further help.

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II. Installation
1. Plug the iluded poe adapte ito the deies DC poe pot ad the
other end into an electrical socket.
2. Ensure that the Wi-Fi On/Off switch is set to on and that three LEDs
(power, 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi) display on.

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3. Use a Wi-Fi device (e.g. computer, tablet, smartphone) to search for a
Wi-Fi etok ith the SSID edimax.setup ad oet to it.
iOS 4 or Android 4 and above are required for setup on a
smartphone or tablet.
4. Ope a e ose ad if ou do ot autoatiall aie at the Get
Stated see sho elo, ete the URL http://edimax.setup and click
Get Started to begin the setup process.
If you cannot access http://edimax.setup, please make sure your
Wi-Fi device is set to use a dynamic IP address. This is a simple
procedure and step-by-step instructions to do this on a computer
can be found in IV Appendix.
5. Choose if you want to use your BR-6208AC V2 in its default Wi-Fi router
mode or in a different mode.

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The BR-6208AC V2s fie aailale odes ae outlied elo:
Wi-Fi Router Mode
The device connects to your modem and provides
2.4GHz and/or 5GHz Internet (wireless and
Ethernet) access for your network devices.
Access Point Mode
The device connects to an existing router via
Ethernet cable and provides 2.4GHz and/or 5GHz
Internet (wireless and Ethernet) access for your
network devices.
Range Extender
Mode
The device connects wirelessly to your existing
2.4GHz and/or 5GHz network and repeats the
wireless signal(s).
Wireless Bridge Mode
The device connects to a network device for
example: TV, gaming console, or media player via
Ethernet cable and acts as a wireless receiver,
allowing the network device to join your Wi-Fi
network.
WISP Mode
The device connects wirelessly to your Wireless
Internet Service Provider and provides 2.4GHz
and/or 5GHz Internet (wireless and Ethernet)
access for your network devices.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup. For more
information, please refer to the appropriate following chapter:

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II-1. Wi-Fi Router Mode
1. Select whether to use the iQ Setup wizard (recommended) to detect your
Internet connection type, or enter the settings manually.
Manual configuration is only recommended for advanced users.
2. Connect the blue Internet port of your BR-6208AC V2 to the LAN port of
ou ode usig a Etheet ale, ad the lik Net.

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3. Please wait a moment while the BR-6208AC V2 tests the connection.
4. Clik Net to continue and configure the deies wireless network.
5. Enter a name and password for your 2.4GHz & 5GHz wireless networks,
the lik Net to otiue.

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6. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Chek that all of the details ae oet ad the lik Net to poeed.
If ou ish to akup the deie’s settigs, lik Bakup this
ofiguratio to ope a e ido ad sae your current
configuration to a .txt file.

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7. Please wait while the BR-6208AC V2 applies your settings.
8.
A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. You can
o oet to the deies e SSID(s) which are shown on the screen
then close the browser window.

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9. The BR-6208AC V2 is working and ready for use. Refer to IV-2. Connecting
to a Wi-Fi network if you require more guidance.

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II-2. Access Point Mode
1. Selet Aess Poit fo the top eu ad lik Net.
2. Connect the yellow LAN port of your BR-6208AC V2 to the LAN port of
ou eistig oute usig a Etheet ale, the lik Net.
3. Select whether to use the 5GHz wireless frequency, 2.4GHz wireless
frequency or both. If you are not sure, select both.

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4. Selet Otai a IP addess autoatiall o Use the folloig IP
addess fo ou BR-6208AC V2. If you are using a static IP, enter the IP
addess, suet ask ad default gatea. Clik Net to poeed to the
next step.
Otai a IP address autoatiall is the recommended setting
for most users. For more guidance on static IP addresses, please
refer to IV-1. Configuring your IP address.
5. Enter a name and password for your 2.4GHz & 5GHz wireless networks,
then click Net to otiue.

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6. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Chek that all of the details ae oet ad the lik Net to poeed.
If you wish to backup the deie’s settigs, lik Bakup this
ofiguratio to open a new window and save your current
configuration to a .txt file.

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7. Please wait a moment until the BR-6208AC V2 is ready.
8. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. You can
o oet to the deies e SSIDs hih are shown on the screen
then close the browser window.