Loopcomm LP-8096 User manual

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User Manual
802.11AC Dual Band
Wireless Router
Model: LP-8096

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Table of Contents
Notice .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Scenario ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Features ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Technical Specification ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Getting Started ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Package Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
LED Indicators ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Back Panel Description ................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Setup Guide .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Software Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
5.0GHz WiFi Settings ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Basic Settings (5.0GHz) ............................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Security (5.0GHz) ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Advanced Settings (5.0GHz) ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (5.0GHz) .................................................................................................................................................... 24
Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz) ...................................................................................................................................................... 25
Access Schedule (5.0GHz) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 26

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2.4GHz WiFi Settings.................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Basic Settings (2.4GHz) ............................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Security (2.4GHz) ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Advanced Settings (2.4GHz) ..................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (2.4GHz) .................................................................................................................................................... 31
Wireless Coverage Controls (2.4GHz) ...................................................................................................................................................... 32
Access Schedule (2.4GHz) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Network Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Local Network (LAN) ................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Internet Network (WAN) .......................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Advanced Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Smart Features .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 39
Block Websites ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
User Access (MAC Address Filtering) ...................................................................................................................................................... 41
User Access (IP Address Filtering) ............................................................................................................................................................ 42
USB Storage ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Local Sharing ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
FTP Server ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Firewall Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Port Filtering............................................................................................................................................................................................. 45

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Port Forwarding ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 46
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Virtual LAN .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 48
Quality of Service ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Routing Setup................................................................................................................................................................................................ 51
Management.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
System Status............................................................................................................................................................................................ 52
Network Statistics ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Dynamic DNS Settings ............................................................................................................................................................................. 55
System Clock ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 56
System Logs ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 57
Upgrade Firmware .................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Save/Reload Settings ................................................................................................................................................................................ 59
Password .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Appendix ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Default Settings ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 62

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Notice
 This document is issued to guide users how to install and operate LP-8096 802.11AC Dual Band Wireless Router. Please read
the document carefully to avoid any damage which is caused by inappropriate use excluding from the warranty.
 Loopcomm Technology Inc. reserves the right to revise/update the content of LP-8096 user manual without advance notice.

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Scenario

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Features
 Complies with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n and ac Draft 2.0
 Maximum PHY data rate up to : 
173.3Mbps using 20MHz bandwidth,
400Mbps using 40MHz bandwidth,
866.7Mbps using 80MHz bandwidth.
 2x2 MIMO technology for extended reception robustness and exceptional throughput
 5MHz / 10MHz / 20MHz / 40MHz / 80MHz bandwidth transmission
 OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM and 256QAM modulation.
 Convolutional Coding Rate: 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, and 5/6
 Support Network Attached Storage
 All Giga RJ45 Ports
 Support USB2.0

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Technical Specification
Wireless Standard: 802.11a/b/g/n and ac Draft 2.0
Frequency Band: 2.4GHz, 5.0GHz
Wireless Speed: 2.4GHz: 300Mbps (Tx/Rx)
5.0GHz: 300Mbps (Tx/Rx)
Amplifier: Dual 2.4GHz Amplifiers
Dual 5.0GHz Amplifiers
Dual Low Noise Amplifier
Wireless Sensitivity: -93dBm (Max)
Wireless Output Power: 18dBm (Max)
Wireless Security:
• WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA Mixed, WPS
User Access Control:
• MAC address filtering
Wireless Access Scheduling:
• Specific day and time
(2.4GHz or 5.0GHz Separately)
Wireless Coverage Control:
• 15% - 100% Output Power
(2.4GHz or 5.0GHz Separately)
Antennas:
• 2 x Detachable Dual Band 5dBi Omnidirectional Antenna
• 2 x Reverse SMA Connector
Ports:
• 1 x RJ-45 10/100/1000M WAN ports (Local Ports)
• 4 x RJ-45 10/100/1000M LAN ports (Local Ports)
• USB 2.0 Port for Storage Devices
Mounting:
• Wall, Stand or Desktop
Setup Requirements:
• Wired or wireless PC/Mac and an available 802.11a/b/g/n or
ac Draft2.0 wireless network
• Google Chrome, Internet Explorer (8.0 and up) or Safari Web
browser

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Getting Started
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
 802.11ac Dual Band Wireless Router
 Two Detachable 5dBi Omnidirectional Antennas
 Power Adapter (AC 100-240V, DC 5V/2A)
 Two RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
 Quick Installation Guide
 Product CD
 Stand for Vertical Mounting

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LED Indicators
Power: Indicates when the Dual Band Wireless Router is powered on. The
LED will remain on.
5.0GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is
transmitted or received over the 5.0GHz wireless network.
2.4GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is
transmitted or received over the2.4GHz wireless network.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When the WPS mode is activated the
WPS LED blinks as it awaits a connection.
USB Connection: Indicates when a USB storage device is connected to the
USB port for local sharing.
Gigabit Wired Ports 1-4: Indicates when a networking device is connected to
a wired port on the back of the Dual Band Wireless Router. The LED blinks
rapidly when wired data traffic is transmitted or received.
Internet Connection: Indicates when the Dual Band Wireless Router is
connected to a broadband modem. The LED will blink when Internet traffic is
transmitted or received.

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Back Panel Description
Antenna Connectors (1-2): SMA antenna connectors.
Attach the included high gain dual band antennas to these connectors
WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the Dual Band Wireless Router. Hold
down for 5-10 seconds to reset the Dual Band Wireless Router back to
factory settings.
Power: Power adapter port. AC Input: 100-240V, DC Output: 5V 2A
USB Port: Attach USB storage devices, such as USB flash drives and
external hard drives, for file sharing.
Wired Devices: Gigabit RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or
network devices.
Modem: RJ-45 port for connecting to your Broadband Modem.

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Setup Guide
Setup Preparations
1. Disconnect and Power Off your Existing Wireless Router.
2. Disconnect your existing Wireless Router from your computer, your broadband modem
and its power outlet. If you do not have an existing Wireless 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 Dual Band Wireless Router to your Modem
*Do NOT connect the power adapter to the Dual Band Wireless 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 Dual Band Wireless Router

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

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Power ON the Dual Band Wireless Router and connect it to your Computer
a) Attach the antennas of the Dual Band Wireless Router to the antenna ports labeled 1 and 2
b) Connect the included grey network cable to an available port on your computer
c) Attach the power adapter to the Dual Band Wireless Router’s PWR port and a power outlet

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Software Configuration
Open your Web Browser to Access the Setup Wizard
1. Open your web browser.
2. Type in: http://setup.loopcomm.com into the web address bar.
3. If the web menu fails to open, type in the following IP address into your web address bar: http://192.168.3.1
4. When prompted, enter the login and password.

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Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard
When the web menu appears, click BASIC SETUP and NEXT
to proceed with the Smart Setup Wizard.
The Smart Setup Wizard will guide you through the following settings:
1. Internet Connection
2. System Clock
3. Wireless Connection

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Configure your Internet Connection
Configure your Internet settings using the automatic configuration settings. The wizard will check the connection to
your modem and attempt to automatically configure your Internet connection settings. If there is a problem with the
connection the wizard will provide you with information regarding the problem.
More advanced users may choose to configure their connections manually by selecting
Manual Configuration. DSL users may require additional login information.
Select the appropriate connection type and enter the required information.

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If the Automatic configuration was successful, you will be directed to a
Configuration Successful page.
Click Next to continue

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Set the System Clock
The System Clock is used for system logs and setting schedules for Internet access.
Click Sync to synchronize the System Clock with the time on your computer.
Click Next to continue.