Loopcomm LP-9696R User manual

User’s Guide
High Power Wireless-N 600mW Router
LP-9696R

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................... 4
GETTING STARTED ................................................... 5
Package Contents ............................................5
LED Indicators ..................................................6
Back Panel Description ....................................7
SETUP GUIDE ........................................................... 8
Setup Preparations ..........................................8
Connect the High Power Router to your
Modem ............................................................9
Power on your Modem................................. 10
Power ON the High Power Router and Connect
it to your Computer ...................................... 11
Open your Web Browser to Access the Setup
Wizard ........................................................... 12
Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard ........... 13
Configure your Internet Connection............. 14
Set the System Clock..................................... 16
Configure your Wireless Settings.................. 17
Setup Summary............................................. 18
WIRELESS SETTINGS............................................... 19
Wireless Settings: Basic Settings................... 19
Wireless Settings: Basic Settings: Guest Networks
...................................................................... 20
Wireless Settings: Security Settings.............. 21
Wireless Settings: Advanced Settings ........... 22
Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)23
NETWORK SETTINGS.............................................. 24
Network Settings: Local Network (LAN) ....... 24
Network Settings: Internet Network (WAN). 26
Network Settings: Advanced Settings........... 28
SMART FEATURES.................................................. 29

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Smart Features: Wireless Coverage Controls:
...................................................................... 30
Smart Features: Access Schedule ................. 31
Smart Features: Block Websites ................... 32
Smart Features: User Access (MAC Address
Filtering)........................................................ 33
Smart Features: User Access (IP Address
Filtering)........................................................ 34
FIREWALL SETTINGS............................................... 35
Firewall Settings: Port Filtering..................... 36
Firewall Settings: Port Forwarding................ 37
Firewall Settings: DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) 38
Firewall Settings: Virtual LAN........................ 39
Firewall Settings: Denial of Service............... 40
QUALITY OF SERVICE ............................................. 41
MANAGEMENT FEATURES ..................................... 42
Management: System Status........................ 43
Management: Network Statistics ................. 44
Management: Dynamic DNS Settings ........... 45
Management: System Clock ......................... 46
Management: System Logs........................... 47
Management: Upgrade Firmware ................ 48
Management: Save and Reload Settings ...... 49
Management: Password Settings ................. 50
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................. 51
DEFAULT SETTINGS................................................ 52
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT INFORMATION53
Troubleshooting............................................ 54
Troubleshooting: Web Menu Issues ............. 54
Troubleshooting: Internet Connection Issues56
Troubleshooting: Local Network Issues........ 60
Troubleshooting: Wireless Issues ................. 61

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Loopcomm product. At Loopcomm we strive to provide you with the highest
quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering products that
outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to
contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: [e-mail]
Web:
www.loopcomm.com

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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
High Power Wireless-N 600mW Router
Two Detachable 5dBi High Gain Antennas
2 x RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
Power Supply
Setup Guide
CD: User’s Manual
Vertical Mounting Base

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LED Indicators
(From top to bottom)
Power: Indicates when the High Power Router is powered on. The LED will stay lit
when the power adapter is plugged into the router.
Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or received
over the wireless network.
Wired Ports 1-4: Indicates when a networking device is connected to a wired port on
the back of the High Power Router. The LED blinks rapidly when wired data traffic is
transmitted or received.
Internet Connection: Indicates when the High Power Router is connected to a
broadband modem. The LED will blink when Internet traffic is transmitted or received.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When the WPS mode is activated the WPS LED
blinks as it awaits a connection.

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Back Panel Description
Antenna Connectors (1-2):
RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Compatible with all antennas with RP-SMA
Connectors: Upgradable to high gain antennas for more range.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the High Power Router. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the router
back to factory settings.
WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration.
Wired Devices: RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or network devices.
WAN: RJ-45 port for connecting to your Broadband Modem.
Power: Power adapter port. DC 12V 1A.

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SETUP GUIDE
Setup Preparations
1. Disconnect and Power Off your Existing Router.
2. Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your
broadband modem and its power outlet. If you do not have
an existing router please continue to the next step.
Power Off your Modem
Please Power off the Modem by disconnecting the Modem’s power
adapter from the power outlet. If your Modem has a backup
battery, remove the backup battery from your Modem. Do NOT
power on the Modem until prompted at a later step.

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Connect the High Power Router to your Modem
*Do NOT connect the power adapter to the High Power Router at this time
a) Use the included Ethernet cable and connect one end of the cable to your Modem
b) Connect the other end of the cable to the “WAN” port on the High Power Router

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Power on your Modem
Plug in your Modem’s power adapter and backup battery (if available):