Nexxt Acrux3000 User manual

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This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the 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 communica-
tions. 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:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV
technician for help.
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Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any
radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment. Such modifications
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation expo-
sure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This device and its antenna must not be co-located
or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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Package Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1 Overview of the router
1.3 Main Features
1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
1.4.2 The Rear Panel
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router
2.1 System Requirements
2.2 Installation Environment
Requirements
2.3 Connecting the Router
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration 8
3.2 Quick Installation Guide
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router
4.1 Login
4.2 Status
4.3 Quick Setup
4.4 WPS
4.5 Network
4.5.1 LAN
4.5.2 WAN
4.5.3 MAC Clone
4.6 Wireless
4.6.1 Wireless Settings
4.6.2 Wireless Security
4.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering
4.6.4 Wireless Advanced
4.6.5 Wireless Statistics
4.7 DHCP
4.7.1 DHCP Settings
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4.7.2 DHCP Clients List
4.7.3 Address Reservation
4.8 USB Settings
4.8.1 Storage Sharing
4.8.2 FTP Server
4.8.3 Media Server
4.8.4 User Accounts
4.9 Forwarding
4.9.1 Virtual Servers
4.9.2 Port Triggering
4.9.3 DMZ
4.9.4 UPnP
4.10 Security
4.10.1 Basic Security
4.10.2 Advanced Security
4.10.3 Local Management
4.10.4 Remote Management
4.11 Parental Control
4.12 Access Control
4.12.1 Rule
4.12.2 Host
4.12.3 Target
4.12.4 Schedule
4.13 Static Routing
4.14 Bandwidth Control
4.14.1 Control Settings
4.14.2 Rules List
4.15 IP & MAC Binding Setting
4.15.1 Binding Setting
4.15.2 ARP List
4.16 Dynamic DNS
4.16.1 Comexe.cn DDNS
4.16.2 Dyndns.org DDNS
4.16.3 No-ip.com DDNS

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4.17 System Tools
4.17.1 Time Setting
4.17.2 Diagnostic
4.17.3 Firmware Upgrade
4.17.4 Factory Defaults
4.17.5 Backup & Restore
4.17.6 Reboot
4.17.7 Password
4.17.8 System Log
4.17.9 Statistics
Appendix A: FAQ
Appendix B: Configuring the PCs
Appendix C: Specifications
Appendix D: Glossary

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Package contents
Upon opening the box, make sure that the following
items are included:
*One ARN03304U1 Wireless N Gigabit Router
*One DC Power Adapter
*One Quick Installation Guide
*One resource CD-ROM with a digital copy of the
Quick installation Guide and the User Manual
Note:
If any of the listed items is missing, mismatched,
damaged or broken, contact your local dealer
immediately for replacement.

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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the ARN03304U1
Wireless N Gigabit Router from Nexxt Solutions.
1.1 Product overview
The ARN03304U1 Gigabit N Router is a combined
wired/wireless network connection device inte-
grated with an internet-sharing router and a 4-port
switch. Based on 802.11 N specifications, this
router ensures ultimate performance for HD video
streaming, online games, intense data transfers,
and heavy internet use, with no lag or interference.
Featuring an innovative Network Storage Capability
known as NAS, this router can fully meet the needs
of Small Office/Home Office environments, by
allowing access from any computer linked to the
network to the data stored in any hard drive, flash
drive or a memory card reader attached to the
router’s USB port.
The ARN03304U1 Wireless N Gigabit Router
delivers up to 300Mbps wireless speeds with other
802.11n connected clients. Such transmission rate
makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams at
the same time, which ensures the stability and the
smooth operation of the network. The performance
of this 802.11n wireless router will enhance your
networking experience by achieving speeds up to 6
times faster than 802.11g devices. It also offers
backward compatibility with all IEEE 802.11g and
IEEE 802.11b products.
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The Wireless N Gigabit Router provides complete
data privacy. It supports multiple protection methods,
including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi protected
Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), as well as advanced
Firewall protection.
The Wireless N Gigabit Router provides flexible
access control, so that parents or network adminis-
trators can establish restricted access policies for
children or staff. It also supports Virtual Server and
DMZ host for Port Triggering, so that the network
administrators can manage and monitor the network
in real time using the remote management function.
As it is compatible with virtually all the major
operating systems, management of the router is very
simple. A Quick Setup Wizard is supported, which
provides easy-to-follow step by step instructions that
are later described in detail in this manual. Before
installing the router, please read the user guide
carefully, to become familiar with all the features and
functions of the router.
1.3 Main Features
*Complies with IEEE 802.11n to provide a wireless
data rate of up to 300Mbps.
*One 10/100/1000M auto-negotiation RJ45 WAN
port, four 10/100/1000M auto-negotiation RJ45
LAN ports, supporting auto MDI/MDIX.
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1.4 Panel Layout
1.4.1 The Front Panel
Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.
Shares data and Internet access for users,
supporting Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE Internet
access.
Supports Virtual Server, Special Application and
DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
Provides automatic and scheduled internet
connection to the internet on certain times.
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supports static IP
address distributing.
Supports Parental Control and Access Control.
Connects Internet on demand and disconnects
from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.
Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption secu-
rity and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.
Figure 1-1 Front Panel
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1.4.2 Rear panel
The router’s LEDs and the WPS button are located
on the front panel. (Viewed from left to right).
Note:
After a device is successfully added to the network
by WPS function, the WPS LED will remain
illuminated for about 5 minutes before going off.
Table 1-1 LEDs description
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel sketch
Name
Power Off
On
On
Flashing
Off
Off
Flashing
Off
Power is off
Power is on
Router is initializing or there may be a system error
Router is working properly
Router has a system error
The wireless function is disabled
The wireless function is enabled
There is no device linked to the corresponding port
There is a device linked to the corresponding port,
but no activity is detected
On
A wireless device has been successfully added to the
network by WPS function
On
A wireless device failed to be added to the network
by WPS function
Quick Flash
Flashing
Slow Flash
There is an active device linked to the corresponding port
A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS function.
This process will takes 2 minutes to complete
System
WLAN
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POWER: This is the power socket where you will
connect the power adapter. Please use only the
power adapter supplied to connect the device to
the AC mains.
RESET:
Two methods are available to reset to the router to
its factory default configuration:
1) Go to the Factory Default option on
System Tools -> Factory Default page
included in the router’s Web-based Utility.
2) Use the Factory Default Reset button:
Press the Reset button for five seconds
and then wait for the Router to reboot.
USB: Connect with USB Mass Storage Device.
WAN: This WAN port is where you will connect the
DSL/cable Modem, or Ethernet
1,2,3,4 (LAN): These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect
the Router to the local PC(s)
Wireless antenna: To receive and transmit the
wireless data.
The following parts are located on the rear panel
(View from left to right).
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Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/
Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ45
connector (which is not necessary if the Router is
connected directly to the Ethernet.)
PCs with a working Ethernet Adapter and an
Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
TCP/IP protocol on each PC
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer
5.0 , Netscape Navigator 6.0 or above.
Place the router in a well ventilated place, far away
from any heat generating device, heater or heating
vents.
Avoid t exposure to direct light (such as sunlight) or
excessive heat.
Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clearance around
the unit.
Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F)
Operating humidity: 10%~90%RH, non-condensing.
Before installing the router, make sure your PC is
successfully connected to the Internet using the
broadband service. If any problems arise during the
process, please contact your ISP directly. Proceed
with the router installation, according to the following
steps. Do not forget to unplug the power adapter,
making sure to keep your hands always dry.
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Chapter 2
Connecting the router
2.1 System requirements
2.2 Installation environment requirements
2.3 Connecting the router

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Power off your PC, Cable/DSL modem, and the
router.
Choose the optimum location for the router. The
best place is usually near the center of the area in
which your PC(s) will wirelessly connect.
Adjust the direction of the antenna. Placing the
antenna in the upright position often provides the
best performance.
Connect the PC(s) and each Switch/Hub in your
LAN to the LAN Ports on the router, as shown in
figure 2-1. (If you have a wireless NIC and want to
use the wireless function, you can skip this step.)
Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port
on the Router, as shown in figure 2-1.
Connect the power adapter to the power socket
on the router, and the other end into an electrical
outlet. The Router will start to work automatically.
Power on your PC and Cable/DSL Modem.
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Figure 2-1 Hardaware Installation
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Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide
This chapter will show you how to configure the
basic functions of you Wireless N Gigabit Router in
minutes using the Quick Setup Wizard.
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration
The default IP address of the router is
192.168.0.1. And the default Subnet Mask is
255.255.255.0. These values can be changed as
you desire. Default values are used in the descrip-
tion included in this manual.
Connect the local PC to the LAN ports of the router.
You can now start configuring the IP address for
your PC as described below.
Configure the IP address manually.
Obtain an IP address automatically.
The user can now run the Ping command in the
command prompt to verify the network connec-
tion between your PC and the Router. The following
Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC. If you
need further instructions regarding this feature,
please refer to Appendix B: “Configuring the PC.”
Configure the network parameters. The IP address
is 192.168.0.xxx (“xxx” is any number from 2
to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and
Gateway is 192.168. 0.1 (The router’s default IP
address).
Set up the TCP/IP Protocol in “Obtain an IP
address automatically” mode on your PC. If you
need further instructions regarding this feature,
please refer to Appendix B: “Configuring the PC.”
The built-in DHCP server will then assign an IP
address to the PC.
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example is based on Windows 2000 operating
system.
After opening a command prompt, type ping
192.168.0.1, followed by Enter.
If the result displayed is similar to the illustration
in Figure 3-1, it means the connection has been
established correctly between your PC and the
router.
If the result displayed is similar to the illustration in
figure 3-2, it means the connection between your
PC and the router has failed.
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Figure 3-1 Successful message of Ping command
Figure 3-2 Failure message of Ping command

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Check the connection by executing the following
steps:
Is the connection between your PC and the router
correct?
Note:
The 1/2/3/4 LEDs of LAN ports on the router
which your computer is linked to, and the LEDs on
your PC’s adapter should be lit.
Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
Note:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.0.1, your
PC’s IP address must be within 192.168.0.2 ~
192.168. 0.254 range.
To access the configuration utility, open a
web-browser and type in the default address
http://192.168.0.1 in the address field of the
page.
Within seconds, a login window will appear, similar
to the one shown in Figure 3-4. Enter admin for
the User Name and Password, both in lower case
letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter
to continue.
3.2 Quick Installation Guide
The configuration and management of the Wireless
N Gigabit Router is made simple through a
Web-based (Internet Explorer or Netscape®
Navigator) utility. The Web-based utility can be used
on any Windows, Macintosh or UNIX OS with a Web
browser.
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Figure 3-4 Login Windows
Figure 3-5 Quick Setup
Note:
If the above screen does not pop-up, it means that
your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Go to
Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN
Settings, in the screen that appears, cancel the
Using Proxy checkbox, and click OK to finish it.
After successfully logging in, you can click the
Quick Setup to quickly configure the router.
Click Next, and then the WAN Connection Type
page will appear, as shown in Figure 3-6.
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Figure 3-6 WAN connection types
Figure 3-7 Quick Setup - PPPoE
The router combines the Auto-Detect functionality
with three widely used types of internet connections:
PPPoE, Dynamic IP and Static IP. The Auto-Detect
setting is recommended. However, if you are certain
of what kind of connection type your ISP provides,
check it now and continue with the router configura-
tion as prompted.
If you select Auto-Detect, the router will auto-
matically discover the connection type your ISP
provides. Make sure the cable is securely plugged
into the WAN port before detection.
The appropriate configuration page will be
displayed when an active Internet service is
successfully detected by the router.
If the connection type detected is PPPoE, the
next screen will appear, as shown in Figure 3-7.
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