Hawking HDW2R1 User manual

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Hawking Technology guarantees that every HOW2R1 Hi-Gain Outdoor
Wireless-300N Dual Radio Smart Repeater is free from physical defects in
material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of
purchase. If the product proves defective during this one-year warranty
period, call Hawking Customer Service in order to obtain a Return
Authorization number. Warranty is for repair or replacement only. Hawking
Technology does not issue any refunds. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF
OF PURCHASE. RETURN REQUESTS CAN NOT BE PROCESSED
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Federal Communication Commission
Interference Statement
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided
instructions and a minimum 20 cm spacing must be provided between
computer mounted antenna and person’s body (excluding extremities of hands,
wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the authority to operate equipment.

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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the
FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not
be less than 20cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC
OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENTAND THE COUNCIL of March 9, 1999 on
radio equipment and telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual
recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC
(Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station
Equipment) as of April 8, 2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who
install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of
electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All
guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed
at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
EU Countries Intended for Use
The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria,
Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy,

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Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United
Kingdom.
The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member
states: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

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Table of Contents
Chapter I: Product Information..................................................................................8
1-1 Introduction and Safety Information ..............................................................8
1-2 Safety Information..........................................................................................10
1-3 System Requirements...................................................................................12
1-4 Package Contents..........................................................................................13
1-5 Product Overview...........................................................................................14
Chapter II: System and Network Setup.................................................................16
2-1 Build your network (Initial hardware setup)................................................16
2-2 Accessing the Web Setup Menu..................................................................18
2-2-1 IP address setup for Windows 95/98/ME:...........................................19
2-2-2 IP address setup for Windows 2000:...................................................20
2-2-3 IP address setup for Windows XP: ......................................................21
2-2-4 IP address setup for Windows Vista/7/8/10:.......................................22
2-2-5 Mac OS X IPAddress Setup.................................................................23
2-3 Using ‘Quick Setup’........................................................................................24
2-3-1 Network Pass Through (Bridge Mode)................................................29
2-4 Basic Setup.....................................................................................................31
2-4-1 Time Zone and Time Auto-Synchronization........................................31
2-4-3 Remote Management.............................................................................35
2-5 Setup Internet Connection (Setup)..............................................................37
2-5-1 Setup Procedure for ‘Wireless Internet Connection:.........................38
2-6 Home Network (LAN: Local Area Network) Configuration.......................40
2-6-1 LAN IP Section:.......................................................................................42
2-6-2 DHCP Server:..........................................................................................43
2-6-3 Static DHCP Leases Table:...................................................................44
2-7 Wireless Home Network (WLAN) Configuration .......................................46
2-7-1 Basic Wireless Settings.........................................................................48
2-7-2 Advanced Wireless Settings .................................................................50
2-7-3 Wireless Security....................................................................................54
2-7-4 Wireless Access Control........................................................................60
2-7-5 Security Tips for Wireless Network......................................................63
Chapter III: Advanced Functions.............................................................................64
3-1 Quality of Service (QoS)................................................................................64
3-1-1 Basic QoS Settings.................................................................................64
3-1-2 Add a New QoS Rule.............................................................................67
3-2 Network Address Translation (NAT)............................................................70
3-2-1 Basic NAT Settings (Enable or disable NAT function) ......................70

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3-2-2 Port Forwarding.......................................................................................71
3-2-3 Virtual Server...........................................................................................74
3-2-4 Port Mapping for Special Applications.................................................76
3-2-5 UPnP Setting...........................................................................................79
3-2-6 ALG Settings............................................................................................80
3-3 Firewall.............................................................................................................82
3-3-1 Access Control ........................................................................................83
3-3-4 Demilitarized Zone (DMZ).....................................................................94
3-4-2 Internet Connection Status....................................................................97
3-4-3 Home Network.........................................................................................98
3-4-4 System Log..............................................................................................99
3-4-5 Security Log...........................................................................................100
3-4-5 Active DHCP client list..........................................................................101
3-4-6 Statistics.................................................................................................102
3-6 Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................104
3-7 System Reset................................................................................................106
3-8 Using the Support Utility..............................................................................107
Chapter IV: Appendix..............................................................................................113
4-1 Hardware Specification................................................................................113
4-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................115
4-3 Glossary.........................................................................................................119

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Chapter I: Product Information
1-1 Introduction and Safety Information
Thank you for purchasing the HOW2R1 Hi-Gain™Outdoor Wireless-300N
Dual Radio Smart Repeater! This advanced Smart Repeater is the best choice
for your home, office, RV, boat or other range extending applications. The
Hi-Gain Outdoor Wireless Dual Radio Smart Repeater is the most intelligent
and easy to configure, high performance Wi-Fi range extending solution on the
market.
With two radios running concurrently to process an 802.11b/g/n wireless
Internet connection as well as redistributing the signal via 802.11n within your
home or office, the Hi-Gain Outdoor Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart Repeater is
the only repeater capable of recreating an independent network from any
802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi source. The HOW2R1 features a full function Wireless-300N
router as well as an 802.11b/g modem port.
HOW2R1 Features:
High-Speed Internet Access throughput via wired or wireless connection
1 x Dedicated Outdoor Wireless-N WAN antenna port for receiving
internet from a hotspot or WiFi connection.
2 x Dedicated Outdoor Wireless-N LAN antenna ports for broadcasting
Allow multiple users to share a single wired or wireless Internet line
Supports up to 253 users (access through local network)
Share a single 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Cable or xDSL Internet connection
Access private LAN servers from the Internet
One LAN port (10/100M), one WAN port (10/100M) and one Wireless
(802.11b/g) WAN port
Provides IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN capability
Support DHCP (Server/Client) for easy IP-address setup
Support multiple wireless modes like
Advanced network and security features like: Special Applications, QoS,
DMZ, Virtual Servers, Access Control, Firewall

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Allows you to monitor device and network status features: DHCP Client
Log, System Log, Security Log and Device/Connection Status
Easy to use Web-based GUI for network configuration and
management purposes
Remote management function allows configuration and upgrades from
a remote computer (over the Internet)
Auto MDI / MDI-X function for all wired Ethernet ports.

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1-2 Safety Information
In order to keep the safety of users and your properties, please follow the
following safety instructions:
1. DO NOT pull any connected cable with force; disconnect them from the
Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater first.
2. If you want to place this Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater in a high
location or hang on the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater on a wall, please
make sure the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater is firmly secured. Falling
from high places will damage the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater and its
accessories, and the warranty will be void.
3. Accessories of this Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater, like antennas and
power supply, are a danger to small children under 3 years old. They may put
the small parts in their nose or mouth and it could cause serious damage to
them. KEEP THIS OUTDOOR WIRELESS-N SMART REPEATER OUT OF
THE REACH OF CHILDREN!
4. The Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater will become hot when being used
for extended periods of time (This is normal and is not a malfunction). DO
NOT put this Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater on paper, cloth, or other
flammable materials.
5. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart
Repeater. If you have found that the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater is
not working properly, please contact technical support or your dealer of
purchase and ask for help. DO NOT disassemble the Outdoor Wireless-N
Smart Repeater, or warranty will be void.
6. If the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater falls into water when it’s powered
on, DO NOT use your hand to pick it up. Switch the electrical power off before
you do anything, or contact an experienced technician for help. The Outdoor
Wireless-N Smart Repeater is weather resistant however cannot be
submerged in water.
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the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater or power supply, remove the power
supply or switch the electrical power off immediately, and call dealer of
purchase for help.
8. Be sure to use weather proof cabling when connecting your HOW2R1. Try
to keep as much of your installation away from weathering as possible.

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1-3 System Requirements
One computer (Mac or PC)
Internet Web Browser (Internet Explorer or Firefox recommended)
AWired or Wireless networking adapter (e.g. Airport card, built-in
Ethernet adapter, etc.)
Wireless Internet Connection (e.g. Hotspot, 802.11b/g network, etc.)

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1-4 Package Contents
Before you start to use this access point, please check if there’s anything
missing in the package, and contact your dealer of purchase to claim for
missing items:

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1-5 Product Overview
Antenna Port Antenna Port
Ethernet Port (connect to PoE Adapter (Side 1)
PoE Adapter (Side 1), Labeled “Power +
Data Out”
(Connect to HOW2R1 Smart Repeater,
required)
PoE Adapter (Side 2), Labeled “LAN”
The LAN port here is not needed for
installation. Not required but is used to
connect wired devices (ie. computers,
network switches)
Hi-Gain™Outdoor Wireless-N
Dual Radio Smart Repeater

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Chapter II: System and Network Setup
2-1 Build your network (Initial hardware setup)
Please follow the following instructions to build the network connection
between the Hi-Gain Outdoor Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart Repeater and
your computers and other network devices:
1. Connect the antennas to your Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater. Use
the L bracket on one antenna port for the best coverage.
2. Connect the PoE power adapter to the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart
Repeater (connect a Ethernet cable into the “Power” side of the PoE)
Note: The HOW2R1and its antennas are IP67 certified, which means it is
dust proof and protected against the effect of immersion between 15cm
and 1m. However, the PoE and its power adapter is not outdoor rated.
These should be placed indoors or in a protected area
3. Aim the HOW2R1 towards the wireless source. Behind the Hawking Logo,
on the front of the HOW2R1, is an 11dBi directional antenna. This needs to
be aimed at the wireless network you intend to repeat.
4. Connect ‘wired’ user to the HOW2R1 via the Wired Local Area Network
(LAN) ports in grey.
For wireless user’s, scan for the SSID of the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart
Repeater (Outdoor_Repeater) and connect. You must be within range of

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the Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater before connecting.

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2-2 Accessing the Web Setup Menu
After your Outdoor Wireless-N Smart Repeater has been connected and
powered the next step is to access the Web Menu for initial configuration.
To do this, your computer must be able to get an IP address automatically (use
dynamic IP address). If it’s set to use static IP address, or you are unsure,
please follow the following instructions to configure your computer to use
dynamic IP address:
Try to access: http://setup.hawkingtech.com
(or try typing: http://192.168.5.220 into your Internet browser’s address bar)
If the Web Menu appears you can skip this step and go to step 2-3. You will
need to enter the following default login and password to access the ‘Quick
Setup’ menu:
Login: admin
Password: 1234
If you cannot access the setup page, follow the steps below to obtain the
correct IP address:
If the operating system of your computer is….
Windows 95/98/Me - please go to section 2-2-1
Windows 2000 - please go to section 2-2-2
Windows XP - please go to section 2-2-3
Windows Vista/7/8/10- please go to section 2-2-4
Mac OS - please go to section 2-2-5
Note that most computers are set by default to obtain an IP address
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2-2-1 IP address setup for Windows 95/98/ME:
1. Click ‘Start’ button (it should be located at lower-left corner of your
computer), then click control panel. Double-click Network icon, and
Network window will appear. Select ‘TCP/IP’, then click ‘Properties’.
2. Select ‘Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server’ and then click ‘OK’.

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2-2-2 IP address setup for Windows 2000:
1. Click ‘Start’ button (it should be located at lower-left corner of your computer),
then click control panel. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon;
click Local Area Connection, and Local Area Connection Properties
window will appear. Select ‘Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)’and then click
‘Properties’
2. Select ‘Obtain an IP address automatically’ and ‘Obtain DNS server address