Rosewill RNX-N300RTV2 User manual

Wireless N300 Router RNX-N300RTV2
User Manual

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FCC 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 or more of the following
measures:
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.
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.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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.

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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
National restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following
the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country
Restriction
Reason/remark
Bulgaria
None
General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
France
Outdoor use limited to 10
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
Italy
None
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
Luxembourg
None
General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
Norway
Implemented
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Russian Federation
None
Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

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CONTENTS
Package Contents.....................................................................................................1
Chapter 1. Introduction.........................................................................................2
1.1 Overview of the Router.................................................................................................2
1.2 Conventions..................................................................................................................3
1.3 Main Features...............................................................................................................3
1.4 Panel Layout.................................................................................................................4
1.4.1 The Front Panel................................................................................................4
1.4.2 The Rear Panel.................................................................................................5
Chapter 2. Connecting the Router.......................................................................6
2.1 System Requirements ..................................................................................................6
2.2 Installation Environment Requirements........................................................................6
2.3 Connecting the Router..................................................................................................6
Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide.....................................................................8
3.1 TCP/IP Configuration....................................................................................................8
3.2 Quick Installation Guide..............................................................................................10
Chapter 4. Configuring the Router ....................................................................16
4.1 Login...........................................................................................................................16
4.2 Status..........................................................................................................................16
4.3 Quick Setup ................................................................................................................17
4.4 WPS............................................................................................................................17
4.5 Network.......................................................................................................................20
4.5.1 WAN................................................................................................................20
4.5.2 MAC Clone......................................................................................................30
4.5.3 LAN.................................................................................................................31
4.6 Wireless......................................................................................................................32
4.6.1 Wireless Settings............................................................................................32
4.6.2 Wireless Security............................................................................................34
4.6.3 Wireless MAC Filtering...................................................................................37
4.6.4 Wireless Advanced .........................................................................................39
4.6.5 Wireless Statistics...........................................................................................40
4.7 DHCP..........................................................................................................................41
4.7.1 DHCP Settings................................................................................................41
4.7.2 DHCP Client List.............................................................................................42

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4.7.3 Address Reservation ......................................................................................43
4.8 Forwarding..................................................................................................................44
4.8.1 Virtual Servers ................................................................................................44
4.8.2 Port Triggering ................................................................................................46
4.8.3 DMZ ................................................................................................................48
4.8.4 UPnP...............................................................................................................48
4.9 Security.......................................................................................................................49
4.9.1 Basic Security.................................................................................................49
4.9.2 Advanced Security..........................................................................................51
4.9.3 Local Management.........................................................................................52
4.9.4 Remote Management.....................................................................................53
4.10 Parental Control..........................................................................................................54
4.11 Access Control............................................................................................................57
4.11.1 Rule.................................................................................................................57
4.11.2 Host.................................................................................................................62
4.11.3 Target..............................................................................................................64
4.11.4 Schedule.........................................................................................................66
4.12 Advanced Routing ......................................................................................................67
4.12.1 Static Routing..................................................................................................68
4.12.2 System Routing Table.....................................................................................69
4.13 Bandwidth Control ......................................................................................................69
4.13.1 Control Settings ..............................................................................................69
4.13.2 Rules List........................................................................................................70
4.14 IP & MAC Binding.......................................................................................................71
4.14.1 Binding Settings..............................................................................................71
4.14.2 ARP List..........................................................................................................73
4.15 Dynamic DNS .............................................................................................................74
4.15.1 Comexe.cn DDNS...........................................................................................74
4.15.2 Dyndns.org DDNS ..........................................................................................75
4.15.3 No-ip.com DDNS ............................................................................................76
4.16 System Tools...............................................................................................................77
4.16.1 Time Settings..................................................................................................78
4.16.2 Diagnostic.......................................................................................................79
4.16.3 Firmware Upgrade..........................................................................................81
4.16.4 Factory Defaults..............................................................................................82
4.16.5 Backup & Restore...........................................................................................82

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4.16.6 Reboot.............................................................................................................83
4.16.7 Password........................................................................................................83
4.16.8 System Log.....................................................................................................84
4.16.9 Statistics..........................................................................................................86
Appendix A: FAQ....................................................................................................89
Appendix B: Configuring the PC...........................................................................94
Appendix C: Specifications ...................................................................................98
Appendix D: Glossary............................................................................................99

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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router
Power Adapter for RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router
Quick Installation Guide
Resource CD for RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router, including:
This Guide
Other Helpful Information
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact your distributor.

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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router.
1.1 Overview of the Router
The RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-Router and
Wireless AP. Powered by 2x2 MIMO technology, the 300Mbps Wireless N Router delivers
exceptional range and speed, which can fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO)
networks and the users demanding highernetworking performance.
The RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides up to 300Mbps wireless connection with
other 802.11n wireless clients. The incredible speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams
at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth. The performance of this 802.11n
wireless Router will give you the unexpected networking experience at speed much faster than
802.11g. It is also compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.
With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN
64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as
advanced Firewall protections, the RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides complete
data privacy.
The RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N Router provides flexible access control, so that parents or
network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It also supports
Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators can manage and
monitor the network in real time with the remote management function.
Since the Router is compatible with virtually all the major operating systems, it is very easy to
manage. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed instructions are provided step by step in
this user guide. Before installing the Router, please look through this guide to know all the
Router’s functions.
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1.2 Conventions
The Router or RNX-N300RT mentioned in this guide stands for RNX-N300RT 300Mbps Wireless N
Router without any explanation.
1.3 Main Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n to provide a wireless data rate of up to 300Mbps.
One 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 WAN port, four 10/100M Auto-Negotiation RJ45 LAN
ports, supportingAuto MDI/MDIX.
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, SpecialApplication and DMZ host.
Supports UPnP, Dynamic DNS, Static Routing.
ProvidesAutomatic-connection and Scheduled Connection on certain time to the Internet
Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting 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 security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control
List).
Supports Flow Statistics.
Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.

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1.4 Panel Layout
The Front Panel
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Figure 1-1 Front Panel sketch
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel (View from left to right).
Name
Status
Indication
PWR
Off
Power is off.
On
Power is on.
SYS
Flashing
The Router is working properly.
On /Off
The Router has a system error.
WLAN
Off
The Wireless function is disabled.
Flashing
The Wireless function is enabled.
WAN,
LAN 1-4
Off
There is no device linked to the corresponding port.
On
There is a device linked to the corresponding port but
there is no activity.
Flashing
There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.
WPS
Slow Flash
A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS
function. This process will last in the first 2 minutes.
On
A wireless device has been successfully added to the
network by WPS function.
Quick Flash
A wireless device failed to be added to the network by
WPS function.
Table 1-1 The LEDs Description
Note:
1. After a device is successfully added to the network by WPS function, the WPS LED will keep
on for about 5 minutes and then turn off.
2. When press and hold the WPS/Reset button for more than 5 seconds, you will reset the
router.