TRENDnet TEW-656BRG User manual

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Copyright
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Trademarks
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respective companies. They are used for identification purpose only. Specifications are
subject to be changed without prior notice.
FCC 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 radio interference in a commercial environment. This
equipment can generate, use and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
is likely to cause interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will be
required to take whatever measures are necessary to correct the interference.
CE Declaration of Conformity
This equipment complies with the requirements relating to electromagnetic
compatibility, EN 55022/A1 Class B.

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Table of Contents
FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ............................................................................ 2
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................... 5
Features:...................................................................................................................... 5
Wireless Performance Considerations........................................................................ 6
Package List ................................................................................................................. 7
HARDWARE........................................................................................................... 7
Front Panel .................................................................................................................. 7
Bottom Panel............................................................................................................... 7
GETTING STARTED................................................................................................. 8
Installation .................................................................................................................. 9
Configure with the Setup Wizard.............................................................................. 13
ADVANCE CONFIGURATION................................................................................. 16
BASIC SETTING .................................................................................................... 16
Network Setup .......................................................................................................... 17
DHCP Server .............................................................................................................. 19
Wireless Settings....................................................................................................... 20
Change Password ...................................................................................................... 22
FORWARDING RULES........................................................................................... 23
Virtual Server ............................................................................................................ 23
Special AP.................................................................................................................. 24
Miscellaneous ........................................................................................................... 25
SECURITY SETTING .............................................................................................. 25
Packet Filters............................................................................................................. 25
Domain Filters........................................................................................................... 27
URL Blocking.............................................................................................................. 27
MAC Control.............................................................................................................. 28
Miscellaneous ........................................................................................................... 29
ADVANCED SETTING............................................................................................ 30
System Log ................................................................................................................ 30
Dynamic DNS............................................................................................................. 30
QoS............................................................................................................................ 31
SNMP......................................................................................................................... 32
Routing...................................................................................................................... 33
System Time.............................................................................................................. 33
Scheduling................................................................................................................. 34
TOOL BOX ........................................................................................................... 35
System Info................................................................................................................ 35

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Firmware Upgrade .................................................................................................... 36
Backup Setting........................................................................................................... 36
Reset to Default......................................................................................................... 37
Reboot....................................................................................................................... 37
Miscellaneous ........................................................................................................... 37
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................ 38
SPECIFICATION.................................................................................................... 41
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................... 42

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of this outstanding product: The TEW-656BRG
connects to the Internet with a compatible wireless mobile USB dongle from a 3G*
Internet service provider such as AT&T™, T-Mobile™, or Verizon™**.
Compatible with USB dongles from every mobile provider, this compact router connects
to the Internet anywhere there is a 3G* mobile connection.
No installation is required, simply plug the 3G* USB adapter into the router to share a
single Internet connection. The latest wireless encryption protects your valuable data.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) integrates other WPS supported clients at the touch of a
button. An on/off switch on the back of the devices saves battery life.
Features:
High-speed data rates up to 150Mbps using an IEEE 802.11n connection***
Works with UMTS/HSPA, WCDMA (HSDPA), CDMA2000 (EV-DO), and TD-SCDMA
mobile networks
1x USB 2.0 port connects respective third party wireless mobile 3G dongles, from ISPs
such as AT&T™, Sprint™, T-Mobile™, or Verizon™**
Built-in antennas provide high-speed performance and expansive wireless coverage
Advanced Firewall protection with Network Address Translation (NAT) and Stateful
Packet Inspection (SPI)
Access restriction with Internet Access Control by URL, Domain, packet type, and
MAC address
Built in pre-configured virtual servers and Application Level Gateway services for
special Internet applications
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for auto discovery and support for device configuration
of Internet applications
Easy setup via Web browser using the latest versions of Internet Explorer, FireFox,
Netscape, Safari, and Chrome
One touch wireless security setup using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
Complete wireless security with WPA/WPA2-PSK support
Dyanamic DNS service support
Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization controls
SNMP V2c support
Routing Information Protocol (RIP) table support
Easy setup installation wizard with built-in WAN auto detection
3- year limited warranty
*Go to www.trendnet.com for a list of compatible 3G USB modems
**Must have an active Internet plan with the respective third party mobile provider
***Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical
specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference,
network traffic, building materials, and other conditions.

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Wireless Performance Considerations
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.
1. Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather
than at an angle. The more material the signal has to pass through the more signal
you will lose.
2. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the
range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will
minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
3. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through
less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass or
even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
4. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the
wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for
your wireless devices.
5. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact
your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF
noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.
6. Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such
as 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz
frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal. Although the phone may not be
in use, the base can still transmit wireless signal. Move the phone’s base station as
far away as possible from your wireless devices.
If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices
or installing additional access points. The use of higher gain antennas may also provide
the necessary coverage depending on the environment.

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Package List
TEW-656BRG
Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
CD-ROM (User’s Guide)
Power adapter (5V, 1.2A)
USB power cable
Carrying case
Hardware
Front Panel
The figure below shows the front panel of the 150Mbps Mobile Wireless N Router.
Front Panel
POWER
This indicator lights green when the unit is receives power and the battery is charging.
The indicator lights red with the unit is on and the battery is low.
Ethernet (Link/ACT)
This indicator light green when a device is connected to Ethernet port.
The indicators blink green during data transmission.
3G/WLAN (ACT)
This indicator lights green when there are wireless device is active.
The indicator flashes during data transmission.
Bottom Panel
The figure below shows the rear panel of the 150Mbps Mobile Wireless N Router.

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Bottom Panel
Ethernet connections.
POWER Switch
Switch to turn off/on the device.
POWER
Plug the power adapter to this power jack
WPS
Push this button to execute the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process.
RESET
Use a pin-shaped item to push to reset this device to factory default settings. It will be a
useful tool when the manager forgot the password to login, and needs to restore the
device back to default settings.
Getting Started

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Installation

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Configure with the Setup Wizard
Type in the IP Address
(http://192.168.10.1)
Type in the default
password “admin” in the
System Password and then
click ‘login’ button.
Click “Wizard” on the top
of the screen.
Press “Next” to start the
Setup Wizard.

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Step 1: Change System
Password.
Set up your system
password.
(Default：admin)
Step 2: Select Time Zone.
Step 3: Select Wan Type.
Please set the WAN
interface as “Wireless
WAN” and the WAN type
as “3G”.
Step 4: Set up 3G profile.
Select “Auto Detection”.

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Step 5: Set up your
Wireless Network.
Set up your SSID.
Step 6: Set up Wireless
Security.
Set up your Authentication
and Encryption.
Step 7: Apply your Setting.
Then click “Apply Setting”.
Step 8:
Click “Finish” to complete
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Advance Configuration
Whenever you want to configure the device, you can access the Configuration Menu by
opening a web-browser and typing in the IP Address of the device. The default IP
Address is: 192.168.10.1
Enter the default password “admin” in the System Password and then click the ‘login’
button.
Click “Advanced” option on the top of the screen to enter the advance configuration of
the device.
Basic Setting
This section enables users to configure the basic settings like WAN and LAN parameters,
Wireless settings including wireless encryption and the unit’s Password.

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Network Setup
LAN IP Address: The local IP address of this device. The computers on your network
must use the LAN IP address of this device as their Default Router. You can change it if
necessary. Default LAN IP is 192.168.10.1
Subnet Mask: Input your Subnet mask. (All devices in the network must have the same
subnet mask.) The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.

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For 3G WAN Networking. The WAN fields may not be necessary for your connection. The
information on this page will only be used when your service provider requires you to
enter a User Name and Password to connect with the 3G network.
Please refer to your 3G documentation or service provider for additional information.
Dial-Up Profile: Select “Auto-Detection” or “Manual” to continue. If “Auto-Detection” is
selected, the device will try to configure some ISP specific dial-up parameters
automatically according to the Country, Telecom, and 3G Network information you
entered..
Country: Select your country.
Telecom: Select your telecom.
3G Network: Select the 3G Network
APN: Enter the APN for your PC card here.(Optional)
Pin Code: Enter the Pin Code for your SIM card. (Optional)
Dial-Number: This field should not be altered except when required by your service
provider.
Account: Enter the new User Name for your PC card here, you can contact to your ISP to
get it. (Optional)
Password: Enter the new Password for your PC card here, you can contact to your ISP to
get it. (Optional)
Authentication: Choose your authentication.
Primary DNS: This feature allows you to assign a Primary DNS Server, contact to your ISP
to get it. (Optional)
Secondary DNS: This feature allows you to assign a Secondary DNS Server, you can
contact to your ISP to get it. (Optional)
Connection Control: Select your connection control. There are 3 modes to select:
Connect-on-demand: The device will link up with ISP when the clients send outgoing
packets.
Auto Reconnect (Always-on): The device will link with ISP until the connection is
established.
Manually: The device will not make the link until someone clicks the connect-button
in the Status-page.
Keep Alive: This feature must collocate with the function "Auto" of "Auto Connect".
Enable it to keep the connection always be established.
LCP Echo Request: Enter the time interval and the maximum failure count. The device
will constantly send out the LCP packets for keeping the connection alive.
Ping Remote Host: Enter the Remote host IP and the time interval to send the ping
packets for keeping the connection alive.

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DHCP Server
DHCP Server: Choose either Disable or Enable. If you enable the DHCP Server function,
the following settings will be effective.
IP Pool Starting/Ending Address: Whenever there is a request, the DHCP server will
automatically allocate an unused IP address from the IP address pool to the
requesting computer. You must specify the starting / ending address of the IP
address pool.
Lease Time: DHCP lease time to the DHCP client.
Domain Name: Optional, this information will be passed to the clients.
Press “More>>” and you can find more settings
Primary DNS/Secondary DNS: Optional. This feature allows you to assign a DNS
Servers
Primary WINS/Secondary WINS: Optional. This feature allows you to assign a WINS
Servers
Router: Optional. Router Address would be the IP address of an alternate Router.
This function enables you to assign another Router to your PC, when DHCP server
offers an IP to your PC.
Click on “Save” to store your settings or click “Undo” to reset changes.
Press “Clients List” and the list of DHCP clients will be shown.
Press “Fixed Mapping” and the DHCP Server will reserve the special IP for designated
MAC address.

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Wireless Settings
This section allows users to configure all wireless settings of the router. Allows you to set
the wireless configuration items.
Wireless Module: You can enable or disable wireless function.
Network ID (SSID): Network ID is used for identifying the Wireless LAN (WLAN). Client
stations can roam freely over this device and other Access Points that have the same
Network ID. (The factory default setting is “default”)
SSID Broadcast: The router will broadcast beacons that have some information,
including SSID so that wireless clients can know how many AP devices by scanning the
network. Therefore, if this setting is configured as “Disable”, the wireless clients can not
find the device from beacons.
Channel: The radio channel number. The permissible channels depend on the Regulatory
Domain. The factory default setting is as follow: channel 1~11 for North America.
(Channel 1~13 for European (ETSI); channel1~ 14 for Japan).
Wireless Mode: Choose “B/G mixed”, “B only”, “G only”, “N only”, “G/N mixed” or
“B/G/N mixed”. The factory default setting is “B/G/N mixed”.
Authentication mode: You may select one of authentication to secure your wireless
network: Open Shared, Auto, WPA-PSK, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, or