EnGenius ESR-9855G User manual

User’s Manual
ESR9855G
Wireless 300N Gigabit Gaming Router
Gigabit & StreamEngine Support

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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1. F E TURES & B ENEFITS ................................................................................................ 7
1.2. P CK GE C ONTENTS ................................................................................................... 9
1.3. S FETY G UIDELINES .................................................................................................... 9
1.4. W IRELESS SOHO R OUTER D ESCRIPTION ................................................................... 10
1.5. S YSTEM R EQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................ 12
1.6. PPLIC TIONS ........................................................................................................... 12
1.7. N ETWORK C ONFIGUR TION ........................................................................................ 14
a) d-hoc (peer-to-peer) Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
b) Infrastructure Mode .....................................................................................................................................................................................................15
2. UNDERSTANDING THE HARD ARE............................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.1. H RDW RE I NST LL TION .......................................................................................... 16
2.2. IP DDRESS C ONFIGUR TION .................................................................................... 17
3. LOGGIN IN.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
4. INTERNET SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.1. I NTERNET C ONNECTION T YPE .................................................................................... 21
4.1.1. DHCP Connection (Dynamic IP Address).............................................................................................................................................. 22
4.1.2. PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet)...................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1.3. PP P (Point-to-Point unneling Protocol).............................................................................................................................................. 25
4.1.4. Static IP Address Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................. 27
4.2. O THER I NTERNET S ETTINGS ....................................................................................... 28
4.2.1. RIP (Routing Information Protocol) ........................................................................................................................................................ 28
4.2.2. DNS Settings .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
4.2.3. M U Settings.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
4.2.4. WAN Ping ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.2.5. Multicast Streams ................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.2.6. MAC Cloning .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
5. IRELESS SETUP IZARD ............................................................................................................................................................................. 32
5.1. W IRELESS N ETWORK W IZ RD S ETUP ......................................................................... 32
5.1.1. Automatic Network Setup ....................................................................................................................................................................... 33
5.1.2. Manual Network Setup ........................................................................................................................................................................... 34

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5.1.2.1. Wireless Security Level: BEST (WP 2)............................................................................................................................................................. 36
5.1.2.2. Wireless Security Level: BETTER (WP ).......................................................................................................................................................... 38
5.1.2.3. Wireless Security Level: GOOD (WEP 64/128-bit) ............................................................................................................................................ 39
5.1.2.4. Wireless Security Level: None (Security Disabled)............................................................................................................................................ 40
6. MANUAL EB CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................................................................................... 42
6.1. L OGGING I N ............................................................................................................... 42
6.2. B SIC ....................................................................................................................... 43
6.2.1. Internet Settings ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
6.2.2. Wizard Wireless...................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
6.2.3. Network Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
6.2.3.1. Bridge Mode ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
6.2.3.2. Router Mode...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
6.2.4. Wireless Settings.................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
6.2.4.1. Wireless Security Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
6.2.4.2. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 56
6.2.4.3. WP Personal (Wi-Fi Protected ccess)........................................................................................................................................................... 57
6.2.4.4. WP Enterprise (Wi-Fi Protected ccess & 802.1x).......................................................................................................................................... 58
6.3. DV NCED ................................................................................................................ 60
6.3.1. Advanced Wireless................................................................................................................................................................................. 61
6.3.2. Virtual Server.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
6.3.3. Special Applications ............................................................................................................................................................................... 65
6.3.4. Port Forwarding ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
6.3.5. StreamEngine......................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
6.3.6. Routing ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
6.3.7. Access Control ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
6.3.8. Web Filter ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
6.3.9. MAC Address Filter ................................................................................................................................................................................ 76
6.3.10. Firewall............................................................................................................................................................................................... 77
6.3.11. Inbound Filter ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
6.3.12. WISH.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 82
6.3.13. Wi-Fi Protected Setup ........................................................................................................................................................................ 84
6.3.14. Advanced Network (UPNP, WAN Ping…) ......................................................................................................................................... 85
6.4. T OOLS ...................................................................................................................... 87
6.4.1. ime Zone Setting .................................................................................................................................................................................. 88
6.4.2. System.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 89
6.4.2.1. Save To Local Hard Drive.................................................................................................................................................................................. 90
6.4.2.2. Load From Local Hard Drive.............................................................................................................................................................................. 90

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6.4.2.3. Restore To Factory Default................................................................................................................................................................................ 91
6.4.2.4. Reboot the device.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
6.4.3. Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................................................................................. 93
6.4.4. System Logs........................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
6.4.5. Dynamic DNS ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
6.4.6. System Check ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 96
6.4.7. Schedules............................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
6.5. S T TUS ..................................................................................................................... 98
6.5.1. Wireless Status....................................................................................................................................................................................... 99
6.5.2. Logs Status........................................................................................................................................................................................... 100
6.5.3. Statistics ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
6.5.4. WISH Session Status ........................................................................................................................................................................... 102
6.5.5. Routing ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 104
6.5.6. Internet Session Status ........................................................................................................................................................................ 105
6.5.7. Firewall ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 107
APPENDIX A – GLOSSARY ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 108
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O......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 119
P......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 119
Q......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 120
R......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 120
S......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 121
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APPENDIX C – FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT .............................................................................................................................................. 126

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1. Introduction
The EnGenius ESR9855G Multimedia Enhanced Wireless 300N Gaming Router is a 802.11n compliant device that delivers up to 6x
faster speeds than 802.11g while staying backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices.
It is not only a Wireless ccess Point, which lets you connect to the network without wires. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex
10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. The Router function ties it all together and lets your whole
network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection.
The ccess Point built into the Router uses advanced MIMO (Multi-Input, Multi-Output) technology to transmit multiple steams of data in
a single wireless channel. The robust signal travels farther, maintaining wireless connections up to 3 times farther than standard
802.11g, eliminates dead spots and extends network range.
To protect the data and privacy, the Router can encode all wireless transmissions with 64/128-bit encryption. It can serve as your
network's DHCP Server, has a powerful SPI firewall to protect your PCs against intruders and most known Internet attacks, and
supports VPN pass-through. The router also provide easy configuration with the web browser-based configuration utility.
The incredible speed and QoS function of ESR9855G is ideal for media-centric applications like streaming video, gaming, and VoIP
telephony. It is designed to run multiple media-intense data streams through the network at the same time, with no degradation in
performance.
This chapter describes the features & benefits, package contents, applications, and network configuration.
1.1. Features & Benefits
Features Benefits
High Speed Data Rate Up to 300Mbps Capable of handling heavy data payloads such as MPEG video streaming
IEEE 802.11n Compliant and backward
compatible with 802.11b/g
Fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11b/g/n devices
Four built-in 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit
Switch Ports ( uto-Crossover)
Scalability, able to extend your network

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Supports DNS/ DDNS Lets users assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address.
Supports N T (Network ddress
Translation)/N PT
Shares single Internet account and provides a type of firewall by hiding internal IP
addresses for keeping hacker out
Hide SSID Avoids unallowable users sharing bandwidth, increases efficiency of the network
Firewall supports Virtual Server
Mapping, DMZ, IP Filter, ICMP Blocking,
SPI
Avoids the attacks of Hackers or Viruses from Internet
Support 802.1x authenticator, 802.11i
(WP /WP 2, ES), VPN pass-thru
mechanisms
Provide mutual authentication (Client and dynamic encryption keys to enhance
security
WDS (Wireless Distribution System) Make wireless AP and Bridge mode simultaneously as a wireless repeater
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) orks with most Internet gaming and instant messaging applications for automatic
Internet access
Filter Scheduling The filter can be scheduled by days, hours or minutes for easy management
Real time alert The detection of a list for Hacker log-in information
eb configuration Helps administrators to remotely configure or manage the Router via Telnet/ eb-
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1.2. Package Contents
Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing. Do not discard the packing materials, in
case of return; the unit must be shipped in its original package.
 ESR9855G Multimedia Enhanced Wireless 300N Gaming Router x 1
 Power dapter x 1
 3dBi 2.4GHz Dipole ntennas x 2
 CD-ROM with User’s Manual x 1
 Quick Guide x 1
1.3. Safety Guidelines
In order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, please adhere to the following safety guidelines.
 Carefully follow the instructions in this manual; also follow all instruction labels on this device.
 Except for the power adapter supplied, this device should not be connected to any other adapters.
 Do not spill liquid of any kind on this device.
 Do not place the unit on an unstable stand or table. This unit may drop and become damaged.
 Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight.
 Do not place any hot devices close to this unit, as they may degrade or cause damage to the unit.
 Do not place any heavy objects on top of this unit.
 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a soft dry cloth for cleaning.

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1.4. ireless SOHO Router Description
Rear
Panel
Power Switch
L N Ports
W N / Internet
Port
DC-Jack

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Front
Panel
WPS button
LED panel
ntenna
ntenna
connector

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Parts Description
L N Ports (1 – 4) Use an Ethernet cable to connect each port to a computer on your Local rea Network (L N).
W N Port Use an Ethernet cable to connect this port to your W N router.
ntenna Connector Interface for the antennas.
L N LED This LED will light up once an Ethernet cable is connected to one of the L N ports.
W N LED This LED will light up once an Ethernet cable is connected to W N (Internet) port.
WL N LED This LED will light up once the RF (wireless L N) feature is enabled
Power LED This LED will light up once the power cable is connected to the DC connector.
WPS button 1- 5 seconds: activates WPS
6-10 seconds: reboot
11~ seconds: reset to default
Power Switch Turn on or off the device
1.5. System Requirements
The following are the minimum system requirements in order configure the device.
 PC/ T compatible computer with a Ethernet interface.
 Operating system that supports HTTP web-browser
1.6. Applications
The wireless L N products are easy to install and highly efficient. The following list describes some of the many applications made
possible through the power and flexibility of wireless L Ns:
a) Difficult-to-wire environments
There are many situations where wires cannot be laid easily. Historic buildings, older buildings, open areas and across busy
streets make the installation of L Ns either impossible or very expensive.
b) Temporary workgroups
Consider situations in parks, athletic arenas, exhibition centers, disaster-recovery, temporary offices and construction sites
where one wants a temporary WL N established and removed.

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c) The ability to access real-time information
Doctors/nurses, point-of-sale employees, and warehouse workers can access real-time information while dealing with
patients, serving customers and processing information.
d) Frequently changed environments
Show rooms, meeting rooms, retail stores, and manufacturing sites where frequently rearrange the workplace.
e) Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) networks
SOHO users need a cost-effective, easy and quick installation of a small network.
f) ireless extensions to Ethernet networks
Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by moves, extensions to networks, and
other changes with wireless L Ns.
g) ired LAN backup
Network managers implement wireless L Ns to provide backup for mission-critical applications running on wired networks.
h) Training/Educational facilities
Training sites at corporations and students at universities use wireless connectivity to ease access to information,
information exchanges, and learning.

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1.7. Network Configuration
To better understand how the wireless L N products work together to create a wireless network, it might be helpful to depict a
few of the possible wireless L N PC card network configurations. The wireless L N products can be configured as:
a) d-hoc (or peer-to-peer) for departmental or SOHO L Ns.
b) Infrastructure for enterprise L Ns.
a) Ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) Mode
This is the simplest network configuration with several computers equipped with the PC Cards that form a wireless
network whenever they are within range of one another. In ad-hoc mode, each client is peer-to-peer, would only have
access to the resources of the other client and does not require an access point. This is the easiest and least
expensive way for the SOHO to set up a wireless network. The image below depicts a network in ad-hoc mode.

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b) Infrastructure Mode
The infrastructure mode requires the use of an access point ( P). In this mode, all wireless communication between
two computers has to be via the P. It doesn’t matter if the P is stand-alone or wired to an Ethernet network. If used
in stand-alone, the P can extend the range of independent wireless L Ns by acting as a repeater, which effectively
doubles the distance between wireless stations. The image below depicts a network in infrastructure mode.

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2. Understanding the Hardware
2.1. Hardware Installation
1. Place the unit in an appropriate location after conducting a site survey.
2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the L N port of the device and another end into your PC/Notebook.
3. Plug one end of another Ethernet cable to W N port of the device and the other end into you cable/DSL modem (Internet)
4. Insert the DC-inlet of the power adapter into the port labeled “DC-IN” and the other end into the power socket on the wall.
This diagram depicts the hardware configuration
LAN Router
PC
Power Outlet
Ethernet
AC/DC cable
Ethernet
Cable / DSL
Modem

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2.2. IP Address Configuration
This device can be configured as a Bridge/Router or ccess Point. The default IP address of the device is 192.168.1.1 In order to log
into this device, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook.
1. In the control panel, double click Network Connections and then double click on the connection of your Network Interface Card
(NIC). You will then see the following screen.

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2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click on the Properties button. This will allow you to configure the TCP/IP settings of
your PC/Notebook.
Select Obtain an IP address automatically radio button.
3. Click on the OK button to close this window, and once again to close L N properties window.

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3. Logging In
 To configure the device through the web-browser, enter the IP address of the device (default: 192.168.1.1) into the address bar of
the web-browser and press Enter.
 Make sure that the device and your computers are configured on the same subnet. Refer to previous chapter in order to configure
the IP address of your computer.
 fter connecting to the IP address, the web-browser will display the login page. Enter admin for both User Name and Password.
Click on [Login] to enter the administration page..

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4. Internet Settings
This device offers a quick and simple configuration through the use of wizards. This chapter describes how to use the wizard to
configure the W N, L N, and wireless settings. Please refer to Chapter 6 in order to configure the more advanced features of the
device.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
 The configuration wizard for each connection type is described below.
 Click on the Internet Settings to begin the process.
Internet Settings Page contains various settings related to W N / Internet service. Usually, you only need to
configure Internet Connection Type section to connect to the Internet. Unless your ISP specified otherwise,
please keep the default settings if you are unsure of the configuration. Please consult your local ISP for your
Internet Connection Type and account information.