Sitecom WLR-8200 User manual

Wi-Fi router X8 AC1750
WLR-8200
User Manual

Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................ 3
Package Contents ..................................................................................................... 5
Cautions ................................................................................................................ 6
Product Layout......................................................................................................... 7
Network + System Requirements...................................................................................10
Setup your Router ....................................................................................................11
Setup your Computer ................................................................................................12
Login to your Router .................................................................................................15
Configure your Internet connection ...............................................................................16
Configure your Router ...............................................................................................19
Wireless Settings......................................................................................................23
Firewall Settings ......................................................................................................31
Advanced Settings ...................................................................................................35
Toolbox Settings......................................................................................................42
Revision 1.0
© Sitecom Europe BV 2016
Note: All the information contained in this manual was correct at the time of publication.
However, as our engineers are always updating and improving the product, your device’s
software may have a slightly different appearance or modified functionality than presented in
this manual.

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the WiFi Router X8 AC1750. This router is compliant with
802.11a/b/g/n/ac and up to 6 times faster than standard 802.11n based routers while still being
compatible with 802.11g & 802.11b devices. This router is not only a Wireless Access Point, but
also doubles as a 4-port full-duplex Gigabit switch that connects your wired-Ethernet devices
together at 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds.
At 450Mbps wireless transmission rate on 2.4GHz and 1300 Mbps wireless transmission rate on
5GHz, the Access Point built into the router uses advanced MIMO (Multi-Input, Multi-Output)
technology to transmit multiple streams of data in a single wireless channel, giving you
seamless access to multimedia content. The robust RF signal travels farther, eliminates dead
spots and extends the network range. For data protection and privacy, the router encodes all
wireless transmissions with WEP, WPA, or WPA2 encryption.
With the built-in DHCP Server & powerful SPI firewall, the router protects your computers
against intruders and most known Internet attacks and also provides safe VPN pass-through.
With the incredible speed and QoS function of 802.11n, the router is ideal for media-centric
applications like streaming video, gaming, and VoIP telephony to run multiple media-intense
data streams through the network at the same time, with no degradation in performance.

Key Features
Features
Advantages
Incredible Data Rate up to 1300Mbps*
Heavy data payloads such as MPEG video
streaming
IEEE 802.11n Compliant and backwards
compatible with 802.11b/g/n
Fully Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b /
IEEE802.11g, IEEE 802.11n compliant
devices with legacy protection
Four 10/100/1000 Mbps gigabit 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
USB Ports
Connect a USB storage device and share it
in your network.
Guest Network
Devices connected to the Guest network
will have Internet connection but no access
to the main network and cannot
communicate with each other.
IPv6 support
Support for Static, Native, 6RD and DS-Lite.
* Theoretical wireless signal rate based on IEEE standard of 802.11a, b, g, n, ac chipset used.
Actual throughput may vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual
throughput rate. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Package Contents
Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing. Do
not discard the packing materials, in case of return; the unit must be shipped back in its original
package.

Cautions
This router’s design and manufacturer has your safety in mind. In order to safely and effectively
use this router, please read the following before usage.
Usage Cautions
The user should not modify this router. The environmental temperature should be within +5 ~
+35 degrees Celsius.
Power
The router’s power voltage is DC 12V 1.5A.
When using this router, please connect the supplied AC adapter or AC adapter cable to the
router’s power jack. When placing the adapter cable, make sure it can’t get damaged or be
subject to pressure. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the adapter first before cleaning
it. Never connect the adapter to the router in a humid or dusty area. Do not replace the adapter
or cable’s wire or connector.
Repair
If the router has a problem, you should take it to an appointed repair center and let the
specialists do the repair. Never repair the router yourself, you might damage the router or
endanger yourself.
Disposing of the Router
When you dispose of the router, be sure to dispose it appropriately. Some countries may
regulate disposal of an electrical device, please consult with your local authority.
Others
When using this router, please do not let it come into contact with water or other liquids. If
water is accidentally spilled on the router, please use a dry cloth to absorb the spillage.
Electronic products are vulnerable, when using please avoid shaking or hitting the router, and
do not press the buttons too hard.
Do not let the router come into contact with water or other liquid.
Do not disassemble, repair or change the design of the router; any damage done will
not be included in the repair policy.
Avoid hitting the router with a hard object, avoid shaking the router and stay away from
magnetic fields.
If during electrostatic discharge or a strong electromagnetic field the product will
malfunction, unplug the power cable. The product will return to normal performance
the next time it is powered on.

Product Layout
Port
Description
USB Port
Connect a USB device to this port
LAN (Yellow)
Connect your PCs or network devices to these ports
WAN (Blue)
Connect your ADSL/Cable modem to this port
Power connector
Connect the 12V DC adapter to this port

Backlabel and Network Details Folder
The Network Details Folder describes the IP address, login details, network name, security code
and OPS button functionality.
Button
Description
OPS BUTTON
Press 2 seconds for WPS/OPS mode
Press both buttons 15+ Seconds to reset to factory defaults.

LED Definition
As shown from the top to the bottom.
Port
Description
OPS (White)
Shows OPS activity.
Power (Red)
Shows the device is turned on.
5GHz WiFi (Blue)
Shows 5GHz WiFi activity.
2.4GHz WiFi (Blue)
Shows 2.4GHz WiFi activity.
WAN (Blue)
Shows the WAN cable is connected.
LAN (Blue)
Shows the cable is connected.
LAN (Blue)
Shows the cable is connected.
LAN (Blue)
Shows the cable is connected.
LAN (Blue)
Shows the cable is connected.

Network + System Requirements
To begin using the router, make sure you meet the following as minimum requirements:
Network Requirements
An Ethernet-based broadband modem
Web-based Configuration
Computer with the following:
-Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating
system
-An installed Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter
-Supported Browsers:
Internet Explorer 9 or higher
Firefox
Safari 4 or higher
Chrome

Setup your Router
You can place the router on a desk or other flat surface, or you can mount it on a wall. For
optimal performance, place your router in the center of your home (or your office) in a location
that is away from any potential source of interference, such as a metal wall or microwave oven.
This location must be close to a power connection and your ADSL/Cable modem.
Connect the supplied power-adapter to the power inlet port and connect it to a wall outlet.
Switch the router on by flipping the switch on the back of the device. The router automatically
enters the self-test phase. During self-test phase, the Power LED will be lit continuously to
indicate that this product is in normal operation.

Setup your Computer
Windows, Manual Connection
Click on the icon for wireless connectivity. This is usually located in the System Tray, next
to the clock.
Select the Sitecom network. The correct network name can be found on the sticker on
bottom of the router, or in the Network Details Folder.
Fill in the password for the wireless network. The correct password can be found on the
sticker on the bottom of the router, or in the Network Details Folder.
Wait for the icon to display that it’s connected to the network.

Windows, OPS Connection
Click on the icon for wireless connectivity. This is usually located in the System Tray, next
to the clock.
Select the Sitecom network. The correct network name can be found on the sticker on
bottom of the router, or in the Network Details Folder.
Push the OPS Button on the router. For 2.4GHz, press 0-5 seconds. For 5GHz, press 5-10
seconds.
Wait for the icon to display that it’s connected to the network.

Mac OSX
Click on the icon for wireless connectivity. This is usually located in the System Tray, next
to the clock.
Select the Sitecom network. The correct network name can be found on the sticker on
bottom of the router, or in the Network Details Folder.
Fill in the password for the wireless network. The correct password can be found on the
sticker on the bottom of the router, or in the Network Details Folder.
Wait for the icon to display that it’s connected to the network.

Login to your Router
LOGIN procedure
•OPEN your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer).
•Type http://sitecom.router in the address bar and press [Enter].
•Type user name and password. The default username is admin, the password can be
found on the back label on the bottom of your router.
•Click OK.
•You will see the home page of the WiFi Router X8 AC1750.

Configure your Internet connection
From the menu, select “Internet Settings”.
Depending on the chosen setting, you may need to enter your user name and password, MAC
address or hostname in the following window. After you have entered the correct information,
click Apply.

IPv6 Configuration
The IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) section is where you configure your IPv6 Connection type.
IPv6 Connection Type
There are several connection types to choose from: Static IPv6, Autoconfiguration, 6RD and
Link-local only. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your IPv6 Internet
Service Provider.
Static IPv6 Mode
This mode is used when your ISP provides you with a set IPv6 addresses that does not change.
The IPv6 information is manually entered in your IPv6 configuration settings. You must enter
the IPv6 address, Subnet Prefix Length, Default Gateway, Primary DNS Server and Secondary
DNS Server. Your ISP provides you with all this information.

6RD Mode
In the 6RD mode, no additional configuration is necessary.
Link-local Mode
The Link-local address is used by nodes and routers when communicating with neighboring
nodes on the same link. This mode enables IPv6-capable devices to communicate with each
other on the LAN side.

Configure your Router
Status
The System status section allows you to monitor the current status of your router, the UP time,
hardware information and serial number as well as firmware version information is displayed
here.
DHCP Server
The DHCP Server tab gives you the opportunity to change the IP settings of the router.
Click Apply at the bottom of this screen to save any changes.

•IP address 192.168.0.1: It is the router’s LAN IP address (Your LAN clients default
gateway IP address).
•IP Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0: Specify a Subnet Mask for your LAN segment.
•802.1d Spanning Tree: Disabled by default. If the 802.1d Spanning Tree function is
enabled, this router will use the spanning tree protocol to prevent network loops.
•DHCP Server: Enabled by default. You can enable or disable the DHCP server. When
DHCP is disabled no ip-addresses are assigned to clients and you have to use static
ip-addresses. When DHCP server is enabled your computers will be assigned an ip-
address automatically until the lease time expires.
•Lease Time: One Week. In the Lease Time setting you can specify the time period
that the DHCP lends an IP address to your LAN clients. The DHCP will change your
LAN client’s IP address when this time threshold period is reached.
•IP Address Pool: You can select a particular IP address range for your DHCP server to
issue IP addresses to your LAN Clients. The default IP range is 192.168.0.100 ~
192.168.0.200. If you want your PC(s) to have a static/fixed IP address, then you’ll
have to choose an IP address outside this IP address Pool
•Domain Name: You can specify a Domain Name for your LAN or just keep the default
(sitecom.router).
Device Status
View the router’s current configuration settings. Device Status displays the configuration
settings you’ve configured in the Internet Settings and WiFi Settings sections.