Spectrum RAC2V1S User manual

User Guide
802.11ac Wave 2 Router Model RAC2V1S

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Table of Contents
Trademarks........................................................................................................................................................ i
Chapter 1: Product Overview.....................................................................................1
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................................................2
Hardware Overview.......................................................................................................................................2
Labels .............................................................................................................................................................5
Router Positioning .....................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2: Getting Started......................................................................................... 7
Before you Begin............................................................................................................................................7
System Requirements...................................................................................................................................7
Wireless Network Requirements: .........................................................................................................7
Web-based Graphic User Interface Requirements:........................................................................7
Supported browsers:.................................................................................................................................7
For mobile:....................................................................................................................................................7
Router and Account Information..........................................................................................................8
Install your Wireless Router .......................................................................................................................8
Configure your Wireless Router..............................................................................................................10
Sign in to the Web GUI...........................................................................................................................10
A Tour of your Web GUI Dashboard ................................................................................................. 12
A Tour of your Web GUI (Mobile Edition)....................................................................................... 15
Change your Local Access Password ............................................................................................... 17
Change your Wireless Network Name and Password................................................................. 17
Configure your WiFi Network.............................................................................................................. 19
Enabling WPS Push Button Pairing ................................................................................................... 21
Change your Time Zone ....................................................................................................................... 23
Customize your Device List................................................................................................................. 24
How to set up Parental Controls............................................................................................................ 25
Limit Internet Access times ................................................................................................................. 26
Blocking Web Sites ................................................................................................................................ 27
Chapter 3: USB Sharing ............................................................................................ 28
USB Storage.................................................................................................................................................. 28
Connecting a Storage Device ............................................................................................................. 28
Enabling File Sharing ............................................................................................................................. 29
Media Sharing........................................................................................................................................... 29
Safely Disconnecting a Storage Device ..........................................................................................30
Accessing Shared Files ............................................................................................................................. 32

For Windows: ........................................................................................................................................... 32
For Mac:...................................................................................................................................................... 32
Printer Sharing ............................................................................................................................................. 33
Connecting a Printer .............................................................................................................................. 33
Configuring a Printer.............................................................................................................................. 33
Configuring a Printer (MAC) ...............................................................................................................43
Chapter 4: Administration.......................................................................................45
Restarting the Router ................................................................................................................................45
Disconnecting and Reconnecting the Power Cable....................................................................45
Web GUI .....................................................................................................................................................45
Reset Button .............................................................................................................................................46
Back Up and Restore Router Configuration ......................................................................................46
Back Up Router Configuration ........................................................................................................... 47
Restore Router Configuration............................................................................................................. 47
Upgrade Router's Firmware .................................................................................................................... 47
Restore Factory Defaults.......................................................................................................................... 47
Reset Button on the Router.................................................................................................................48
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting .....................................................................................49
Problem 1: Light does not turn solid blue. .........................................................................................49
Problem 2: The internet stopped working. .......................................................................................50
Problem 3: The internet is slow.............................................................................................................. 51
Try one of the following solutions:..................................................................................................... 51
Problem 4: The WiFi signal drops. ........................................................................................................ 51
Problem 5: Cannot connect wireless device to route .................................................................... 51
Try one of the following solutions:..................................................................................................... 51
Problem 6: Locked out of the Web GUI............................................................................................. 52
Appendices................................................................................................................. 53
Appendix A: Technical Specifications ................................................................................................ 53
Router Model RAC2V1S Specifications............................................................................................ 53
Router Model RAC2V1S Physical Characteristics......................................................................... 54
Appendix B: Notification of Compliance ........................................................................................... 55
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statements ....................................................... 55

Chapter 1: Product Overview
Chapter 1: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the model RAC2V1S router, manufactured by Sagemcom
for use with Spectrum services. The model RAC2V1S router (referred to throughout
this manual as the RAC2V1S) is built with a host of features to deliver maximum
speed and performance:
• Wireless-AC technology . Using the latest 802.11ac wireless
technology, the router provides you with maximum speed and
range without the hassle of cumbersome wires.
• Double your bandwidth . The dual-band feature supports next-
generation technology while providing compatibility for legacy
devices. Designed to avoid wireless interference, the model
RAC2V1S router ensures high WiFi speeds and smooth, reliable
connections for gaming, HD video streaming and file transfers.
• Security . Protects your network from intruders using WPA2
encryption and an SPI firewall.
• Customizable to your needs . The web graphical user interface
(GUI) lets you easily tailor the router settings and manage your
devices.
• Parental controls . Enables you to easily control access to the
internet.
• Built-in USB port and DLNA media server . The RAC2V1S lets
you easily plug-in your USB storage devices or printer and share
them throughout your network.
• Gigabit Connections . Transfers files at blazing fast speeds with
Gigabit Ethernet technology.
• IPv6 enabled . Built with IPv6 technology, the RAC2V1S supports
next-generation networks.
This chapter will quickly familiarize you with the hardware and review important
information which you will need to install the router.
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Package Contents
• Model RAC2V1S router.
• Power adapter.
• Ethernet cable.
• WiFi configuration labels.
• Quick Install Guide.
• Safety Sheet.
Hardware Overview
The lower front side of the router has a status light that can have the following
conditions:
• Fast flashing blue indicates booting up.
• Pulsing blue (blue on/off) indicates connecting to the internet.
• Solid blue indicates connected to the internet.
• Flashing red (red on/off) indicates connectivity issues.
• Alternating red and blue indicates the device should not be
interrupted, such as during a firmware upgrade.
• Solid red indicates a critical issue.
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The back side of the router has the following features:
1. Factory Reset. Resets the RAC2V1S to factory settings.
2. WPS. Can be used for both the 2.4 and 5GHz networks if enabled through the
web GUI.
3. LAN network ports. Connects to your devices using network (Ethernet)
cables.
4. Internet port (or WAN Network port). Connects to the modem using the
provided Ethernet cable.
5. USB port. Connects to USB storage devices or printers.
6. Power input. Connects to the provided power adapter.
Factory Reset and
WPS
LAN Network Ports
(Ethernet)
Internet Port
USB and
Power Input
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Each network port is flanked with a pair of indicator lights. See the descriptions
below to understand what each type of light indicates.
Off. No Ethernet link present.
Solid Green LED. Ethernet link present.
Flashing Green LED. Passing Ethernet traffic.
Solid Orange LED. Gigabit Ethernet link present.
Solid Orange LED with Flashing Green LED. Gigabit
Ethernet link present with passing Ethernet traffic.
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Labels
The labels are located on the back of the router. They contain important
information that you will need to set up the router, such as your WiFi Network
Name (SSID), WiFi Password (Network Key), Router login, Username and
Password, as well as your WAN MAC address and serial number.
Serial Number and
WAN MAC Address
Router Web GUI
Access Information
Preset WiFi SSIDs and Password
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Router Positioning
The model RAC2V1S router provides network access from anywhere within range
of your wireless (WiFi) network. However, WiFi signal strength diminishes over
distance as it passes through the construction material of your home such as
drywall, metal and water.
For best results, follow the guidelines below.
• Improve range by positioning the router at a central location and
minimizing the number of walls or ceilings between the router and
network devices.
• Ensure optimum reception by positioning your device so that the
signal moves straight through drywall or open doorways instead
of at an angle.
• Maintain wireless signal strength by positioning the router away
from glass, metal, water, mirrors, brick and concrete.
• Avoid signal interference by keeping the router away from
electrical devices such as microwaves, baby monitors and wireless
headsets.
• Keep the router and its cables accessible by placing it in an open
area near a power outlet.
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Chapter 2: Getting Started
Chapter 2: Getting Started
Before you Begin
This chapter will outline the procedures required for installing and configuring the
router.
Installing the router is comprised of two parts:
• Installing the hardware.
• Configuring the router through the web GUI.
Before you begin, please review the system requirements outlined below and write
down the router information located on the router's label.
System Requirements
Wireless Network Requirements:
WPA or WPA2 security enabled device.
Web-based Graphic User Interface Requirements:
Computers with Windows®, Macintosh® or Linux®-based
operating system.
Supported browsers:
• Internet Explorer 11 or higher
• Firefox 44 or higher
• Chrome 48 or higher
• Safari 8 or higher
For mobile:
• Safari for iOS 9 and higher
• Chrome for iOS 9 and higher
• Opera 22.0.1485.78487 for Android 4.4 and higher
• Chrome 35.0.1916.141 for Android 4.4 and higher
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Router and Account Information
For future use, print this page and write the router information below.
Network Names (SSIDs):
Network Password:
Web GUI Address
(Router login):
Web GUI Username
(Router login Username):
Web GUI Password
(Router login Password):
Install your Wireless Router
NOTE:
If there is an Ethernet cable currently connecting your modem to
another device, disconnect the Ethernet cable from the device before
you install the router.
1. Unplug your modem.
2. Plug your modem back in. Wait approximately 2 minutes until your modem
turns on.
3. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to your modem, and the other end to
the yellow internet port on the router.
4. Connect the power adapter to the power input of the router, then plug it into
an outlet. The light will be flashing blue indicating that the device is booting up,
and will turn solid blue when connected to the internet.
5. On your device (PC, laptop, phone, tablet, etc.) open the software utility that
manages WiFi connections.
6. Find the Network Name (SSID) as listed on the label of the router.
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NOTE:
When searching on your device, there are 2 network names that may
appear:
• MySpectrumWiFixx-2G
• MySpectrumWiFixx-5G
(where xx is specific to the router)
If you see the name ending in ‘5G’, your device is 5GHz-capable.
Connecting to the ‘5G’ network may provide a better experience.
7. Enter the Network Password listed on the label of the router. You should now
be connected to the internet.
If you want to customize the router settings further, see the instructions below.
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Configure your Wireless Router
The model RAC2V1S router can be easily configured to meet your wireless needs.
This section provides instructions on how to:
• Sign in to the web GUI
• Change your local access password
• Change your network name and password
• Configure your WiFi
• Enable WPS
• Change your time zone
• Customize your device lists
• Set up parental controls
Configuration of the router begins with signing into your Web GUI.
Sign in to the Web GUI
1. Open your web browser. Go to http://192.168.1.1.
2. Enter the router login username and password listed on the back of the router.
(You can change this later.)
The default username and password are as follows:
Username: admin
Password: admin
The router’s home page (or dashboard) will load after a few seconds.
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A Tour of your Web GUI Dashboard
Configures router reset and local
network settings.
Provides access to parental controls,
passwords and your firewall.
Provides status and configuration
information about your internet
connection.
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Configures 2.4GHz WiFi settings.
The connection status appears below
the network identification.
The network name (SSID) appears if the
option was selected to broadcast the
SSID and the speed.
Devices connected to the 2.4GHz WiFi
are displayed.
Configures 5GHz WiFi settings.
The connection status appears below
the network identification.
The network name (SSID) appears if the
option was selected to broadcast the
SSID and the speed.
Devices connected to the 5GHz WiFi
are displayed.
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Provides statistics on LAN Ethernet
ports.
.
Configures or safely removes USB-
connected devices. Information on
connected devices is displayed below
the icon.
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A Tour of your Web GUI (Mobile Edition)
You can also access the web GUI through your mobile device (mobile phone,
tablet, etc.). The mobile version of the web GUI allows you to access the same
controls as the PC version. The dashboard will appear condensed as follows to fit
your mobile screen.
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