Hawking HI-GAIN HAW2R1 User manual

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USER’S MANUAL
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HI-GAINTM WIRELESS-300N
SMART REPEATER PRO
HAW2R1

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Hawking Technology guarantees that every HAW2R1 Hi-Gain™ Wireless-300N Smart
Repeater Pro 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 WITHOUT
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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.

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 PARLIAMENT AND 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, 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.

Contents
Chapter I: Product Information........................................................................................... 1
1-1 Introduction and safety information......................................................................... 1
1-2 Safety Information.................................................................................................... 3
1-3 System Requirements............................................................................................... 5
1-4 Package Contents...................................................................................................... 6
Chapter II: Basic Configuration and Setup....................................................................... 10
2-1 Build your network (Initial hardware setup) .......................................................... 10
2-2 Accessing the Web Setup Menu ............................................................................. 12
2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IPAddress Setup:............................................................ 13
2-2-2 Windows 2000 IPAddress Setup:................................................................... 15
2-2-3 Windows XP IPAddress Setup: ...................................................................... 17
2-2-4 Windows Vista/7 IPAddress Setup:................................................................ 19
2-2-5 Mac OS X IPAddress Setup........................................................................... 21
2-2-6 Smart Repeater Pro IP address lookup............................................................ 22
2-3 Quick Setup ............................................................................................................ 23
2-3-1 Network Pass Through (Bridge Mode)........................................................... 30
Chapter III: General Setup................................................................................................ 31
3-1 System .................................................................................................................... 31
3-1-1 Time Zone ....................................................................................................... 32
3-1-2 Change Management Password ...................................................................... 33
3-1-3 Remote Management....................................................................................... 35
3-2 Internet Connection (Setup).................................................................................... 36
3-2-1 Setup procedure for Wireless Internet Connection: ........................................ 37
3-2-2 Setup procedure for ‘Wired Internet Connections: ......................................... 40
3-2-3 Setup procedure for ‘DNS’: ............................................................................ 52
3-2-4 Setup procedure for ‘DDNS’: ......................................................................... 54
3-3 Home Network (LAN: Local Area Network) Configuration ................................. 56
3-3-1 LAN IP section:............................................................................................... 57
3-3-2 DHCP Server:.................................................................................................. 60
3-3-3 Static DHCP Leases Table:.............................................................................. 61
3-4 Wireless Home Network (WLAN) Configuration.................................................. 63
3-4-1 Basic Wireless Settings ................................................................................... 63
3-4-2 Advanced Wireless Settings ............................................................................ 67

3-4-3 Wireless Security............................................................................................. 70
3-4-4 Wireless Access Control.................................................................................. 79
3-4-5 WPS - Wi-Fi Protected Setup.......................................................................... 82
3-4-6 Security Tips for Wireless Network................................................................ 85
Chapter IV: Advanced Functions...................................................................................... 86
4-1 Quality of Service (QoS)........................................................................................ 86
4-1-1 Basic QoS Settings.......................................................................................... 86
4-1-2 Add a new QoS rule ........................................................................................ 89
4-2 Network Address Translation (NAT)...................................................................... 91
4-2-1 Basic NAT Settings (Enable or disable NAT function)................................... 91
4-2-2 Port Forwarding............................................................................................... 93
4-2-3 Virtual Server .................................................................................................. 96
4-2-4 Port Mapping for Special Applications........................................................... 99
4-2-5 UPnP Setting ................................................................................................. 102
4-2-6 ALG Settings................................................................................................. 104
4-3 Firewall................................................................................................................. 106
4-3-1 Access Control............................................................................................... 108
4-3-2 URL Blocking ............................................................................................... 114
4-3-3 DoS Attack Prevention.................................................................................. 117
4-3-4 Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)........................................................................... 122
4-4 System Status........................................................................................................ 125
4-4-1 System information and firmware version.................................................... 125
4-4-2 Internet Connection Status ............................................................................ 126
4-4-3 Home Network.............................................................................................. 127
4-4-4 System Log.................................................................................................... 128
4-4-5 Active DHCP client list................................................................................. 130
4-4-6 Statistics ........................................................................................................ 131
4-5 Configuration Backup and Restore....................................................................... 132
4-6 Firmware Upgrade................................................................................................ 134
4-7 System Reboot...................................................................................................... 136
4-8 Using the Support Utility...................................................................................... 137
Chapter V: Appendix....................................................................................................... 143
5-1 Hardware Specification ........................................................................................ 143
5-2 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... 144
5-3 Glossary................................................................................................................ 148

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Chapter I: Product Information
1-1 Introduction and safety information
Thank you for purchasing the Hi-Gain™ Wireless-300N Smart Repeater Pro! This
advanced Smart Repeater Pro is the best choice for your home, office, RV, boat or other
range extending applications. The Hi-Gain™ Wireless-300N Smart Repeater Pro 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 local surroundings,
the Hi-Gain™ Wireless-300N Smart Repeater Pro is the only repeater capable of
recreating an independent network from any 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi source. The HAW2R1
features a full function Wireless-300N router as well as an 802.11b/g modem port.
HAW2R1 Features:
High-Speed Internet Access throughput via wired or wireless connection
1 x Dedicated Amplified Wireless-N WAN (Wide Area Network) antenna port
2 x Dedicated Wireless-N LAN (Wireless Local Area Network) antenna ports
Includes a Hi-Gain 13dBi Antenna for WAN and two 3dBi Omni-Directional
Antennas for WLAN.
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
Four wired LAN ports (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
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 maintain the safety of the users and properties, please adhere to the following
safety instructions:
1. This Smart Repeater Pro is designed for indoor use only; DO NOT place this Smart
Repeater Pro outdoors
2. DO NOT put this Smart Repeater Pro at or near hot or humid places, like kitchens or
bathrooms. Also, do not leave this Smart Repeater Pro in the car during warm weather.
3. DO NOT pull any connected cable with force; disconnect them from the Smart
Repeater Pro first.
4. If you want to place this Smart Repeater Pro in a high location or hang on the Smart
Repeater Pro on a wall, make sure the Smart Repeater Pro is firmly secure. Falling from
high places will damage the Smart Repeater Pro and its accessories, and the warranty will
be void.
5. Accessories of this Smart Repeater Pro, 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 may cause serious harm. KEEPTHIS SMART REPEATER PRO OUT OF REACH
OF CHILDREN!
6. The Smart Repeater Pro will become hot when being used for extended periods of time
(This is normal and is not a malfunction). DO NOT put this Smart Repeater Pro on
paper, cloth, or other flammable materials.
7. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the Smart Repeater Pro. If you have found
that the Smart Repeater Pro is not working properly, please contact technical support or
your dealer of purchase and ask for help. DO NOT disassemble the Smart Repeater Pro,
or warranty will be void.
8. If the Smart Repeater Pro 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

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experienced technician for help.
9. If you smell something strange, or even see some smoke coming out from the Smart
Repeater Pro or power supply, remove the power supply or switch the electrical power off
immediately, and call dealer of purchase for help.