Ovislink N.MINI User manual

N.MINI
300Mbps 11/b/g/n Mini-AP
User’s Manual

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AirLive N.MINI User’s Manual
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FCC Statement
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 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 of the
following measures:
lReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
lIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
lConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
lConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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. For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be
operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.

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1. Introduction.............................................................................................. 1
1.1 Overview.................................................................................................................1
1.2 Features .................................................................................................................1
1.3 Features .................................................................................................................2
1.4 Physical Details ......................................................................................................2
1.4.1 Top LED.......................................................................................................2
1.4.2 Bottom Switch..............................................................................................4
1.4.3 Side Panel...................................................................................................4
2. Operation Modes ..................................................................................... 5
2.1 Router Mode...........................................................................................................5
2.2 Access Point Mode.................................................................................................6
2.3 Client Mode.............................................................................................................6
3. Installation................................................................................................ 8
3.1 Hardware Connection.............................................................................................8
3.1.1 AP/ Client Mode .......................................................................................8
3.1.2 Router Mode.............................................................................................8
3.1.3 Bridging the Network................................................................................9
3.2 Login.....................................................................................................................10
3.3 Common Connection Types..................................................................................13
3.3.1 Cable Modems.......................................................................................13
3.3.2 DSL Modems..........................................................................................13
3.3.3 Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless).............................................14
4. Web Configuration................................................................................. 15
4.1 Setup Wizard........................................................................................................15
4.1.1 Router Mode..............................................................................................15
4.1.2 AP/Client Mode ......................................................................................17
4.2 Wireless................................................................................................................19
4.2.1 Basic Settings.........................................................................................19
4.2.2 Advanced Settings .................................................................................22
4.2.3 Security..................................................................................................23
4.2.4 Access Control.......................................................................................27
4.2.5 WDS Settings.........................................................................................28
4.2.6 Site Survey.............................................................................................34
4.2.7 WPS.......................................................................................................35
4.2.8 Schedule................................................................................................36

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4.3 TCP/IP Settings....................................................................................................37
4.3.1 LAN Interface .........................................................................................37
4.3.2 WAN Interface........................................................................................40
4.4 Firewall .................................................................................................................46
4.4.1 Port Filtering...........................................................................................46
4.4.2 IP Filtering..............................................................................................47
4.4.3 MAC Filtering..........................................................................................48
4.4.4 Port Forwarding......................................................................................49
4.4.5 URL Filtering ..........................................................................................50
4.4.6 DMZ .......................................................................................................51
4.5 QoS 51
4.6 Route Setup..........................................................................................................54
4.7 Management.........................................................................................................55
4.7.1 Status .....................................................................................................55
4.7.2 Statistics.................................................................................................56
4.7.3 Dynamic DNS.........................................................................................57
4.7.4 Time Zone Setting..................................................................................58
4.7.5 Denial of Service....................................................................................59
4.7.6 Logs .......................................................................................................61
4.7.7 Upgrade Firmware..................................................................................62
4.7.8 Save /Reload Settings............................................................................62
4.7.9 Password ...............................................................................................63
4.8 Log out..................................................................................................................63
5. PC Configuration ................................................................................... 64
5.1 Overview...............................................................................................................64
5.2 Windows Clients...................................................................................................64
5.2.1 TCP/IP Settings – Overview ......................................................................64
5.2.2 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000...............................................64
5.2.3 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP...............................................66
5.2.4 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista............................................67
5.2.5 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 7 .................................................69
5.2.6 Internet Access.......................................................................................71
5.2.7 Macintosh Clients...................................................................................73
5.2.8 Linux Clients...........................................................................................73
5.2.9 Other Unix Systems ...............................................................................73
5.2.10 Wireless Station Configuration ...............................................................74
6. Appendix A: Troubleshooting............................................................... 75
6.1 Overview...............................................................................................................75
6.2 General Problems.................................................................................................75
6.3 Internet Access.....................................................................................................75
6.4 Wireless Access....................................................................................................76

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7. Appendix B: About Wireless LANs .................................................... 78
7.1 BSS .....................................................................................................................78
7.2 Channels ..............................................................................................................78
7.3 Security.................................................................................................................78
7.4 Wireless LAN Configuration..................................................................................79

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1.
Introduction
1.1 Overview
N.MINI is a pocket size IEEE802.11b/g/n router with 1 fast Ethernet ports, which provides a
powerful high-speed wireless connection for compatible wireless-enabled devices into the
network with the freedom to roam. With web-based UI, this wireless router is easy to be
setup and maintained. All functions can be configured within the easy and friendly user
interface via web browser. Via the fast wireless network speed up to 300 Mbps, you can be
very comfortable to have experience of high speed web surfing, files downloading, online
game playing, and video conference session and streaming high quality multimedia
materials. The wireless router provides WPA/WPA2, 64/128 bit WEP encryption and
IEEE802.1x which ensures a high level of security to protect users’data and privacy when
you are traveling.
If not specify, “Wireless Router” means N.MINI in the following paragraph.
1.2 Features
If you encounter a technical issue that can not be resolved by information on this guide, we
recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at www.airlive.com. The
tech support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information.
In addition, you might find new firmwares that either increase software functions or provide
bug fixes for N.MINI. You can reach our on-line support center at the following link:
http://www.airlive.com/support/support_2.jsp
Since 2009, AirLive has added the “Newsletter Instant Support System” on our website.
AirLive Newsletter subscribers receives instant email notifications when there are new
download or tech support FAQ updates for their subscribed airlive models. To become an
AirLive newsletter member, please visit: http://www.airlive.com/member/member_3.jsp

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Figure 1.4: AirLive Newsletter Suppport System
1.3 Features
nCreate temporary, personal, wireless access in your hotel room or a coffee shop hotspot
nHigh security with build-in: WEP 64/128, WPA, WPA2 mixed, 802.1x and 802.11i
nSupport AP,Router and Client Mode
nWireless Quality of Service (QoS) - 802.11e,WMM
nSupport WPS (Push button/ Pin code)
nSlide switch to change mode (Router/AP(Bridge + Repeater)/Client) easily
1.4 Physical Details
1.4.1 Top LED

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WPS button
Press the physical WPS button on the Wireless Router once, or go
to enable the WPS function via web configuration (Go to Wireless >
WPS page), then the LED will start to flash. Please make a
connection with other WPS supported device within 2 minutes.
LED Behavior
LED Printed Color Behavior Indication
POWER PWR Green
Off Power off
On Power on
Blinking Power saving mode starting
System SYS Green
On Press reset button two seconds
the
LED will on, keep on pressing
more than 3-5 seconds, the LED
will start to flash
Blinking System CPU is busy
Wireless
LAN WLAN Green
Off WLAN function off
On WLAN link / active
Blinking WLAN traffic transmitting
WPS WPS Green
Off WPS Off
On WPS active and connected
Blinking WPS is enabled to make a
connection
Ethernet Ethernet Green
Off No Ethernet cable connecting
On Ethernet cable connected
Blinking Receiving/ sending data

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1.4.2 Bottom Switch
Reset button and switch bar
Reset Keep on pressing the Reset button more than 3 seconds, the
Wireless Router will set all setting back to factory default values.
Switch User need to MANUALLY switch the bar into the mode preferred,
Router, AP or Client mode, then the device will reboot automatically
into the mode selected.
1.4.3 Side Panel
Ethernet and power ports
Ethernet When the mode be set to AP or Client modes, use standard LAN
cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to this port. If
required, any port can be connected to another hub. Any LAN port
will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when necessary.
When the mode be set to Router mode, connect the ADSL or Cable
Modem here with RJ45 cable. If your modem came with a cable, use
the supplied cable, otherwise, use a standard LAN cable (RJ45
connectors).
Power (5V) Connect the supplied power adapter here.

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Operation Modes
This device provides operational applications with Router, AP and Client modes, which are
mutually exclusive. This device is shipped with configuration that is functional right out of
the box. If you want to change the settings in order to perform more advanced configuration
or even change the mode of operation, you can manually switch to the mode you desire by
the manufacturer as described in the following sections. The default setting mode is Router
mode.
2.1 Router Mode
When set to Router mode, ensure you are using the wireless LAN interface, connect the
Wireless Router with computer via radio frequency. In this mode, the device is supposed to
connect to internet via ADSL/Cable Modem. Connect the ADSL modem to the Ethernet port
of the Wireless Router by Ethernet cable. After connected successfully, user can login the
web page of the Wireless Router to set up the Internet connection by using PPPoE, DHCP
client, PPTP client , L2TP client or static IP.
Switch Bar

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2.2 Access Point Mode
When acting as an Access Point (AP), this device connects all the stations (PC/notebook
with wireless network adapter) to a wireless network.
2.3 Client Mode
If set to Client (Infrastructure) mode, this device can work like a wireless station when it’s
connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets from wired end to wireless
interface.

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3.1 Hardware Connection
3.1.1 AP/ Client Mode
Connect via cable …
Step1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port(act as a LAN port here)
of the Wireless Router, another end to your PC or notebook.
Step2. Then, connect the Wireless Router with a power to an outlet.
3.1.2 Router Mode
Connect via wireless…
Step1. Power on the wireless router first, connect the Wireless Router with a power to an
outlet.
Step2. Then, connect the computer with the wireless router via wireless LAN interface.
Step3. After make a connection and set up(please refer to TCP/IP Settings>WAN Interface
Setup) successfully, connect the ADSL or cable modem with an cable to the
Ethernet port(act as WAN port here). If your modem came with a cable, use the
supplied cable.
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3.1.3 Bridging the Network
Configure one N.MINI as AP and the other as Client…
Step1. Connect the AP to the ADSL modem.
Step2. Connect the Client to the non-wireless device (AirMedia-350, for example).
Step3. Press the WPS button on the AP until the WPS LED blinked.
Step4. Then press the WPS button on the Client.
Step5. Wait for the WPS LED changing into On, and the connection should be established.

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3.2 Login
Step1. Make sure the connection between your computer and Wireless Router setup
successfully.
Step2. Start your Web Browser.
Step3. In the Address box, enter the IP address of the Wireless Router, as in this example,
which uses the Wireless Router's default IP address: http://192.168.1.254.
Step4. After connected successfully, the following screen will show up. Simply enter the
username “admin” without password to login(case-sensitive).

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After login successfully, please click the Setup Wizard item that provides a primary
configuration of this device. You may enter each screen to change the default settings step
by step.

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If you cannot connect...
If the Wireless Router does not respond, please check following:
Step1. The Wireless Router is properly installed and connection with computer is OK,
and it is already powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping"
command:
Step2. Please go to Start>Run…> Enter “cmd” command in the column to open the
MS-DOS window.
Step3. Enter the command: ping 192.168.1.254
Step4. If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your PC's IP
address is not compatible with the Wireless Router's IP address. (See next item.)
Step5. If your PC is using a fixed IP address, its IP address must be within the range
192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.253 to be compatible with the Wireless Router's default
IP Address of 192.168.1.254. Also, the Network Mask must be set to
255.255.255.0. See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration for details on checking your
PC's TCP/IP settings.
Step6. Ensure that your PC and the Wireless Router are on the same network segment.
(If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
Step7. When set to AP/Client mode, ensure you are using the wired LAN interface,
connect the computer by Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of the Wireless
Router.
Step8. When set to Router mode, ensure you are using the wireless interface, connect
the Wireless Router with computer via radio frequency. The Wireless interface
can only be used if its configuration matches computer’s wireless settings.

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3.3 Common Connection Types
3.3.1 Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic IP
Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically,
when you connect to
you ISP.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may require you to
use a particular Hostname, Domain
name, or MAC (physical) address.
Static (Fixed) IP
Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address
to you.
IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require you to use a
particular Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
3.3.2 DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic IP
Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically,
when you connect to
you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed) IP
Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address
to you.
IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP
only when required. The
IP address is usually
allocated automatically.
User name and password.
PPTP Mainly used in Europe.
You connect to the ISP
only when required. The
IP address is usually
allocated automatically,
but may be Static
(Fixed).
1. PPTP Server IP Address.
2. User name and password.
3. IP Address allocated to you, if Static
(Fixed).