NetComm 802.11 User manual

PowernSeries
802.11 Wireless Router
User Guide

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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Your NetComm PowernSeries Router.......................................................................................................................6
Package Contents ...........................................................................................................................................6
Key Features...................................................................................................................................................7
Placement of your PowernSeries Router ............................................................................................... 8
1. Router Placement ...............................................................................................................................................8
2. Avoid obstacles and interference..........................................................................................................................8
3. Cordless Phones.................................................................................................................................................9
4. Choose the “Quitest” Channel for your Wireless Network.......................................................................................9
Product Layout...................................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting and Configuring your Router.............................................................................................. 11
Network and System Requirements .......................................................................................................................11
Modem Requirements...........................................................................................................................................11
Connecting your Router.........................................................................................................................................12
Configuring your Router ........................................................................................................................................13
PC Network Adapter Setup (Windows XP)........................................................................................................13
Setting up your Router...................................................................................................................................15
AP Router Mode – Advanced Features ................................................................................................. 20
Login Procedure ...................................................................................................................................................20
System ................................................................................................................................................................21
Status ..........................................................................................................................................................21
LAN..............................................................................................................................................................23
DHCP ...........................................................................................................................................................24
Schedule ......................................................................................................................................................25
Event Log .....................................................................................................................................................26
Monitor.........................................................................................................................................................26
Wizard .................................................................................................................................................................27
Internet................................................................................................................................................................28
Status...........................................................................................................................................................28
Dynamic IP ...................................................................................................................................................28
Static IP........................................................................................................................................................29
Point-to-Point over Ethernet Protocol (PPPoE) .................................................................................................29
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP).........................................................................................................30

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Wireless Settings..................................................................................................................................................31
Basic............................................................................................................................................................31
WDS with AP Router......................................................................................................................................32
Advanced .....................................................................................................................................................33
Security........................................................................................................................................................34
MAC Address Filtering ...................................................................................................................................37
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)..........................................................................................................................38
Client List .....................................................................................................................................................39
Firewall Settings ...................................................................................................................................................40
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)...............................................................................................................................41
Denial of Service (DoS) ..................................................................................................................................42
MAC Filter ....................................................................................................................................................43
IP Filter.........................................................................................................................................................44
URL Filter......................................................................................................................................................45
Advanced Settings................................................................................................................................................46
Network Address Translation (NAT) .................................................................................................................46
Port Mapping ................................................................................................................................................47
Port Forwarding (Virtual Server)......................................................................................................................48
Port Triggering (Special Applications) ..............................................................................................................50
Application Layer Gateway (ALG) ....................................................................................................................52
UPNP ...........................................................................................................................................................52
Quality of Service (QoS) .................................................................................................................................53
Routing.........................................................................................................................................................57
Tools Settings.......................................................................................................................................................58
Admin ..........................................................................................................................................................58
Time.............................................................................................................................................................59
DDNS ...........................................................................................................................................................60
Power...........................................................................................................................................................61
Diagnosis......................................................................................................................................................61
Firmware ......................................................................................................................................................62
Back-up .......................................................................................................................................................62
Reset............................................................................................................................................................63

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Repeater Mode – Advanced Features................................................................................................... 65
System ................................................................................................................................................................65
Status ..........................................................................................................................................................65
LAN..............................................................................................................................................................66
Schedule ......................................................................................................................................................66
Event Log .....................................................................................................................................................67
Monitor.........................................................................................................................................................67
Language .....................................................................................................................................................67
Wireless Settings..................................................................................................................................................68
Basic............................................................................................................................................................68
Client List .....................................................................................................................................................69
Tools Settings.......................................................................................................................................................70
Admin ..........................................................................................................................................................70
Time.............................................................................................................................................................71
Power...........................................................................................................................................................71
Diagnosis......................................................................................................................................................72
Firmware ......................................................................................................................................................72
Back-up .......................................................................................................................................................73
Reset......................................................................................................................................................73 got
Legal and Regualtory Information ........................................................................................................ 75

Introduction

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Introduction
Your NetComm PowernSeries Router
Congratulations on your purchase of NetComm PowernSeries Wireless Router. PowernSeries is compliant with
802.11n Draft 2.0 up to 6 times faster than standard 802.11g based routers while still being compatible with
802.11g & 802.11b devices. PowernSeries is not only a Wireless Access Point, but also doubles as a 4-port full-
duplex Ethernet Switch that connects your wired-Ethernet devices together at incredible speeds.
With speeds of up to 300Mbps the NetComm PowernSeries Wireless Router uses advanced MIMO (Multi-Input,
Multi-Output) technology to transmit multiple steams of data in a single wireless channel giving you seamless
access to multimedia content. Robust RF signal travels farther, eliminates dead spots and extends network range.
For data protection and privacy, PowernSeries encodes all wireless transmissions with WEP, WPA, and WPA2
encryption.
With inbuilt DHCP Server & powerful SPI firewall PowernSeries protects your computers against intruders and
most known Internet attacks but provides safe VPN pass-through. With incredible speed and QoS function of
802.11n Draft 2.0, PowernSeries is ideal for media-centric applications like streaming video, gaming, and VoIP
telephony allowing you to run multiple media-intense data streams through the network at the same time, with no
degradation in performance.
Package Contents
1. PowernSeries 11n Router
2. 100V~240V Power Adapter
3. RJ45 LAN Cable
4. 2dBi 2.4GHz Dipole Antennas
• NP800n 2 x Antenna
• NP801n & NP802n 3 x Antenna
5. Quick Install Guide
6. CD (User’s Manual)

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Key Features
Features Advantages
Incredible Data Rate up to 300Mbps** 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 / IEEE 802.11g compliant
devices with legacy protection
NP800n & NP801n - Four 10/100 Mbps Fast Switch Ports (Auto-
Crossover)
NP802n Four Gigabit Fast Switch Ports (Auto-Crossover)
Scalability, extend your 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 (WPA/WPA2, AES), VPN
pass-through
Provide mutual authentication (Client and dynamic encryption keys to
enhance security
WDS (Wireless Distribution System)
Enables the wireless interconnection of access points in an
802.11 network
** Theoretical wireless signal rate based on IEEE standard of 802.11b, g, n chipset used. Actual throughput may vary. Network conditions
and environmental factors lower actual throughput rate. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Placement of your Powern
Series Router
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your connected device is to your Router. Your wireless connection
and performance will degrade as the distance between your Router and connected devices increases. This may or
may not be noticeable.
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try
moving the computer to a position between three to five meters from the Router in order to see if distance is the
problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact NetComm Technical Support.
Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning; if you are
concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.
1. Router Placement
Place your Router, as close as possible to the centre of your wireless network devices. To achieve the best wireless
network coverage for your “wireless clients” (i.e., computers enabled by NetComm Wireless USB Adapter, Laptop with
Built-in Wireless, Wireless PDA / IPhone):
• Ensure that your Router’s antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling).
If your Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas in an upward direction as much as possible.
• In multi-storey homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This
may mean placing the Router on an upper floor.
• Try not to place the Router near a cordless 2.4GHz phone.
2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can
inhibit wireless communication include:
• Refrigerators
• Washers and/or dryers
• Metal cabinets
• Large aquariums
• Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the
signal’s path (between your devices and Router).

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3. Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a
cordless phone:
• Try moving cordless phones away from your Router and your wireless-enabled computers.
• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check
manufacturer’s information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering.
• If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from
your wireless network. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to channel 11.
See your phones user manual for detailed instructions.
• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone.
4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there
may be wireless networks nearby that can conflict with yours.
Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless
networks that are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move your Router and computers to a
channel as far away from other networks as possible.
• Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and
avoid interference from neighbouring cordless phones or other wireless devices.
• For NetComm wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel
information included with your wireless network card. See your network card’s user guide for more
information.
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Router. Should you need to cover
an even wider area, you should consider looking at building a hybrid network by combining your wireless network
with a HomePlug Network. See NetComm website for more details on HomePlug products.

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Product Layout
The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for
better organization. The display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router to provide you with information about
network activity and status. See below for explanation of each of the features.
Front Panel
WPS (Wireless Protected Setup) Click this button to start WPS function.
POWER
1 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
Printing Black
Printing White(white above is transparent)
1WWW 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
WWW
Final Panel(Cyan Is LED light shining through)
Lights up when powered ON. Blinks on TEST/RESET
WLAN (Wireless LAN)
1 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
Printing Black
Printing White(white above is transparent)
1WWW 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
WWW
Final Panel(Cyan Is LED light shining through)
Lights up when WLAN is enabled. Blinks on traffic
LAN PORT ACTIVITY
1 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
Printing Black
Printing White(white above is transparent)
1WWW 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
WWW
Final Panel(Cyan Is LED light shining through)
Blinks on traffic for specific LAN PORT
WAN
1 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
Printing Black
Printing White(white above is transparent)
1WWW 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
WWW
Final Panel(Cyan Is LED light shining through)
Lights up when WAN connection established.
Reset
Click this button to restart the system, or Press this button and hold for 10 seconds to reset to factory defaults.
Rear Ports
WAN Wide Area Network(WAN) port
LAN1 ~ 4 Local Area Network (LAN) ports 1 to 4
DC IN Power connector, connects to DC 12V Power Adapter
1 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
Printing Black
Printing White(white above is transparent)
1WWW 2 3 4
NP802n - 802.11n wireless router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
WPS Reset
WWW
Final Panel(Cyan Is LED light shining through)

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Network + System Requirements
To begin using the 800n Series, make sure you meet the following as minimum requirements:
• PC/Notebook.
• Operating System – Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/XP/2000/VISTA
• 1 Free Ethernet port on PC/Notebook.
• WiFi card/USB dongle (802.11 a/b/g/n) – optional.
• External xDSL (ADSL) or Cable modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45).
• PC with a Web-Browser (Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Opera etc.)
Modem Requirements
Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ45
Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB
connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If
your modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your ISP, or you can purchase a
modem that has an RJ45 Ethernet port on it.
Connecting and Configuring
your Router

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Connecting your Router
A Attach your antennas. Place your router next to your modem. Unplug your modem’s power cord.
B Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and computer. Unplug that cable from your
modem, and plug it into any LAN port on the back of the 900n Series Router.
C Find your new networking cable (included in the box with your 900n series Router) and connect it to the
WAN port on the back of the 900n Series Router. Connect the other end to your modem’s LAN Port.
D Plug in your modem’s power cord. Wait 60 seconds for the modem to start up. Plug the 900n Series
Router’s power supply into the power socket on the back. Plug the other end into the wall outlet. Turn on
the power outlet.
E Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up. Look at the display on the front of the Router. Make sure the
“Power”, “LAN” and “WAN” icons are lit up in blue. If they are not, recheck your connections.
To WAN port
Telephone
Wall Socket
ADSL Broadband Modem
Splitter with
Microfilter
Home
Telephone
Internet
To 12V DC
POWER port
Computer with
Ethernet Card
To ETHERNET port
(1, 2, 3, 4 on
4 port models)
To LINE/DSL port
Wireless
Router

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Configuring your Router
PC Network Adapter setup (Windows XP)
Set your network adapter to obtain an IP Address automaticly (See section on PC Network Adapter setup in this
manual for details)
• Click on [Start Menu] > select [Control panel] > select [Network Connections]
• Select [Local Area Connection]) icon > select [properties]
• Select [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] > Click [Properties]
To WAN port
Telephone
Wall Socket
ADSL Broadband Modem
Splitter with
Microfilter
Home
Telephone
Internet
To 12V DC
POWER port
Computer with
Ethernet Card
To ETHERNET port
(1, 2, 3, 4 on
4 port models)
To LINE/DSL port
Wireless
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• Select the [General] tab
• Please select both
- Obtain an IP address automatically
- Obtain DNS server address automatically

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Setting up your Router
• Open a web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc)
• Type http://192.168.20.1 into the web browser address bar. The below screen will appear.
Type in the default:-
User name admin
Password admin
Then Click <OK>.

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You are now logged into the router. Select Wizard from the menu on the left hand side
Click <Next> to Start the wizard
The most common of all connections is AP Router Mode. Select this.
For details on AP Repeater Mode see Repeater mode section in this manual.
Please wait while your 800n Series router detects your network settings.

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For most connections the following options will appear. DHCP is used if you have an existing modem setup with
your ISP Username and Password.
Advanced users Note: If you Bridge your modem you will get a PPPoE option this will then prompt you for ISP Username and Password.
Click <Next> unless you are told by Your ISP to clone your MAC address

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To set up your wireless security, hover your mouse over the security bar. The window will tell you what level you
have selected. You will then need to set your “SSID”, this is the name of your wireless network. You can use any
name. You will then need to select a “Key”.
The Key is your security number (you will need to remember this as you will need to enter this when wirelessly
connecting to your network. Click <Next> to proceed.
To apply the entire configuration, click <Reboot>.

AP Router Mode

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800n Series uses web-interface for configuration to be accessed through your web browser, such as Internet
Explorer or Netscape Communicator.
Login Procedure
1. OPEN your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer).
2. Type http://192.168.20.1 in address bar and hit [Enter] button on your keyboard.
3. Click <OK> to navigate into 800n Series configuration home page.
4. You will see the home page of 800n Series as follows.
AP Router Mode –
Advanced Features