TRENDnet TEW-672GR User manual

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:
- 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, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
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.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of
other channels is not possible.
This device is going to be operated in 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted in indoor
environment only.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The
firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
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Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international
copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may
be reproduced without written consent of the author.
Copyright 2008
Trademark recognition
All product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started with the TEW-672GR ------------------------------------- 3
Package Contents ------------------------------------------------------- 4
Minimum System Requirements ------------------------------------ 4
Wireless LAN Networking -------------------------------------------------- 5
Introduction -------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Features ------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Hardware Overview ---------------------------------------------------------- 10
LED Indications --------------------------------------------------------- 10
Rear Panel ---------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Installation Considerations -------------------------------------------- 11
Getting Started ----------------------------------------------------------- 11
Using the Configuration Menu ---------------------------------------------- 12
Network -------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Wireless -------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Advanced ------------------------------------------------------------------ 28
Administrator ------------------------------------------------------------ 42
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Getting Started with the TEW-672GR
Congratulations on purchasing the TEW-672GR! This manual provides information for setting up and
configuring the TEW-672GR. This manual is intended for both home users and professionals.
The following conventions are used in this manual:
THE NOTE SYMBOL INDICATES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE
TOPIC AT HAND.
THE TIP SYMBOL INDICATES HELPFULL INFORMATION AND TIPS TO
IMPROVE YOUR NETWORK EXPERIENCE.
THE CAUTION SYMBOL ALERTS YOU TO SITUATIONS THAT MAY
DEGRADE YOUR NETWORKING EXPERIENCE OR COMPROMISE
LIKE NOTES AND TIPS, THE IMPORTANT SYMBOL INDICATES
INFORMATION THAT CAN IMPROVE NETWORKING. THIS INFORMATION
SHOULD NOT BE OVERLOOKED.
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Package Contents
 TEW-672GR 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band Wireless 802.11n(DRAFT) Giga Router
 CAT-5 Ethernet Cable
 Power Adapter (12V, 1A)
 CD-ROM with Manual
 Quick Installation Guide
Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with your product will
cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Minimum System Requirements
Ethernet-Based Cable or DSL Modem


Computers with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet
adapter and CD-ROM Drive
Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator Version 7.0 and Above
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Wireless LAN Networking
This section provides background information on wireless LAN networking technology. Consult the
Glossary for definitions of the terminology used in this section.
THE INFORMATION IN THIS SECTION IS FOR YOUR REFERENCE. CHANGING
NETWORK SETTINGS AND PARTICULARLY SECURITY SETTTINGS SHOULD ONLY BE
DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED ADMINISTRATOR.
Transmission Rate (Transfer Rate)
The TEW-672GR provides various transmission (data) rate options for you to select. In most networking
scenarios, the factory default Best (automatic) setting proves the most efficient. This setting allows your
TEW-672GR to operate at the maximum transmission (data) rate. When the communication quality drops
below a certain level, the TEW-672GR automatically switches to a lower transmission (data) rate.
Transmission at lower data speeds is usually more reliable. However, when the communication quality
improves again, the TEW-672GR gradually increases the transmission (data) rate again until it reaches the
highest available transmission rate.
Types of Wireless Networks
Wireless LAN networking works in either of the two modes: ad-hoc and infrastructure. In infrastructure
mode, wireless devices communicate to a wired LAN via access points. Each access point and its wireless
devices are known as a Basic Service Set (BSS). An Extended Service Set (ESS) is two or more BSSs in the
same subnet. In ad hoc mode (also known as peer-to-peer mode), wireless devices communicate with each
other directly and do not use an access point. This is an Independent BSS (IBSS).
To connect to a wired network within a coverage area using access points, set the operation mode to
Infrastructure (BSS). To set up an independent wireless workgroup without an access point, use Ad-hoc (IBSS)
mode.
AD-HOC (IBSS) NETWORK
Ad-hoc mode does not require an access point or a wired network. Two or more wireless stations
communicate directly to each other. An ad-hoc network may sometimes be referred to as an Independent
Basic Service Set (IBSS).
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To set up an ad-hoc network, configure all the stations in ad-hoc mode. Use the same SSID and channel for
each station.
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When a number of wireless stations are connected using a single access point, you have a Basic Service Set
(BSS).
In the ESS diagram below, communication is done through the access points, which relay data packets to
other wireless stations or devices connected to the wired network. Wireless stations can then access
resources, such as a printer, on the wired network.
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In an ESS environment, users are able to move from one access point to another without losing the
connection. In the diagram below, when the user moves from BSS (1) to BSS (2) the WLAN client devices
automatically switches to the channel used in BSS (2).
Roaming in an ESS network diagram
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Introduction
The 300Mbps Dual Band Wireless N Gigabit Router offers unsurpassed wireless speed, coverage and
reliability. Enjoy up to 14x the speed and 6x the coverage of a wireless g connection*.
Dual Band wireless n technology uses 11 additional wireless channels, reduces wireless interference and
optimizes performance in the most challenging environments.
Advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna technology eliminates wireless dead spots.
Advanced wireless encryption and a manual on/off wireless switch keeps your data safe. Wireless Protected
Setup (WPS) integrates other WPS supported wireless adapters at the touch of a button. Seamlessly
stream HD media, download files, surf and play games all at the same time.
**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.
Features
 IEEE 802.11n draft 2.0 and IEEE 802.11a/b/g compliant
 Dual band 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz Wireless Local Area Networking (WLAN) in one device
 4 x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-MDIX LAN ports and 1 x 10/100/1000Mbps WAN port (Internet)
 Gigabit LAN ports for high speed network connectivity
 Compatible with most popular cable/DSL Internet service providers using Dynamic/Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP
 High-speed data rates up to 300Mbps using an IEEE 802.11n draft 2.0 connection
 3 external 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; time scheduling, URL and MAC filtering
 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
 Enable/disable wireless functionality with the WLAN on/off toggle switch
 Multiple pass-through sessions for popular VPN applications (IPSec, L2TP and PPTP)
 Easy setup via Web browser using the latest versions of Internet Explorer, FireFox, and Safari
 One touch wireless security setup using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
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 Complete wireless security with WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, and WEP
 Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server/Vista, Linux and Mac OS supported
 3-year limited warranty
Product usage
Note: The TEW-672GR only supports one wireless mode at a time. The dual band wireless n
Router use 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n or 5GHz 802.11a/n, only one frequency can be select for use.
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Hardware Overview
LED Indications:
LEDs Indication LED 1 Power
Green ON:
Power ON
Green OFF:
Power OFF
LED 2 WAN Green/Orange OFF: No link
Green ON: 10/100Mbps connection established
Green Blinking: 10/100Mbps connected with data traffic
Orange ON: 1000Mbps connection established
Orange Blinking: 1000Mbps connected with data traffic
LED 3 LAN 1 Green/Orange OFF: No link
Green ON: 10/100Mbps connection established
Green Blinking: 10/100Mbps connected with data traffic
Orange ON: 1000Mbps connection established
Orange Blinking: 1000Mbps connected with data traffic
LED 4 LAN 2 Green/Orange OFF: No link
Green ON: 10/100Mbps connection established
Green Blinking: 10/100Mbps connected with data traffic
Orange ON: 1000Mbps connection established
Orange Blinking: 1000Mbps connected with data traffic
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LED 5 LAN 3 Green/Orange OFF: No link
Green ON: 10/100Mbps connection established
Green Blinking: 10/100Mbps connected with data traffic
Orange ON: 1000Mbps connection established
Orange Blinking: 1000Mbps connected with data traffic
LED 6 LAN 4 Green/Orange OFF: No link
Green ON: 10/100Mbps connection established
Green Blinking: 10/100Mbps connected with data traffic
Orange ON: 1000Mbps connection established
Orange Blinking: 1000Mbps connected with data traffic
LED 7 Wireless Green/Orange OFF: Wireless disable
Green ON: 11b/g mode enabled
Green Blinking: 11b/g mode enables with data traffic
Orange ON: 11n mode enabled
Orange Blinking: 11n mode enabled with data traffic
LED 8 WPS Green OFF: No WPS/PBC activity
Green Blinking : PBC in progress
Orange Blinking (faster): WPS error
Orange Blinking (normal): WPS success
LED 9 Reserve Green
Please note: WPS button on
the side of the TEW-672GR
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Rear panel: (from bottom to top)
Standard Wired: IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T), 802.3u (100Base-TX), 802.3ab (1000Base-T)
Wireless: IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (draft)
One WAN Port 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-MDIX
Four LAN Ports 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-MDIX
Slide Switch Turn ON/OFF wireless LAN
Power Jack DC Input, φ2.0 (Diameter)
Reset Button Reset to factory default setting
I/O Ports
WPS Button (side) Trigger WPS/PBC function
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Installation Considerations
The TEW-672GR 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band Wireless 802.11n(DRAFT) Giga Router lets you access your network, using a
wireless connection, from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, that the number,
thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the
range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your
home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the TEW-672GR and other network devices to a minimum -
each wall or ceiling can reduce your wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your
devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2 Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree
angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick!
Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better
reception.
3 Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative
effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes
through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
4 Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that generate
extreme RF noise.
Getting Started
For a typical wireless setup at home, please do the following:
1. You will need broadband Internet access (a Cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office)
2. Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem.
3. Connect the Cable or DSL modem to the TEW-672GR Wireless Broadband Router (WAN port).
4. Ethernet LAN ports of the TEW-672GR are Auto MDI/MDIX and will work with both
Straight-Through and Cross-Over cable.
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Using the Configuration Menu
Whenever you want to configure your TEW-672GR, you can access the Configuration Menu through your PC
by opening the Web-browser and typing in the IP Address of the TEW-672GR. The TEW-672GR’s default IP
Address is http://192.168.10.1
 Open the Web browser.
 Type in the IP Address of the Router (http://192.168.10.1).
If you have changed the default IP Address assigned to the TEW-672GR, make sure to enter the
correct IP Address.
 Select admin in the User Name field.
 Leave the Password blank.
 Click Login In.
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Network
Network: WAN Setting
WAN Connection Type
There are several connection types to choose from: Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Russia
PPTP. If you are unsure of your connection method, please contact your Internet Service Provider.
Static
Used when your ISP provides you a set IP address that does not change. The IP information is manually
entered in your IP configuration settings. You must enter the IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, Primary
DNS Server, and Secondary DNS Server. Your ISP provides you with all of this information.
DHCP
A method of connection where the ISP assigns your IP address when your router requests one from the
ISP's server.
Host Name: Some ISP's may check your computer's Host Name. The Host Name identifies your system
to the ISP's server.
PPPoE
Select this option if your ISP requires you to use a PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet)
connection. DSL providers typically use this option. This method of connection requires you to enter a
Username and Password (provided by your Internet Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet.
Reconnect Mode: Typically PPPoE connections are not always on. The router allows you to set the
reconnection mode. The settings are:
Always on: A connection to the Internet is always maintained.
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On demand: A connection to the Internet is made as needed.
Manual: You have to open up the Web-based management interface and click the Connect button
manually any time that you wish to connect to the Internet.
Maximum Idle Time: Time interval the machine can be idle before the PPPoE connection is
disconnected. The Maximum Idle Time value is only used for the "On demand" and "Manual" reconnect
modes.
L2TP
L2TP (Layer Two Tunneling Protocol) uses a virtual private network to connect to your ISP. This
method of connection requires you to enter a Username and Password (provided by your Internet
Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet.
L2TP Server IP Address: The ISP provides this parameter, if necessary. The value may be the same as
the Gateway IP Address.
Reconnect Mode: Typically PPPoE connections are not always on. The router allows you to set the
reconnection mode. The settings are:
Always on: A connection to the Internet is always maintained.
On demand: A connection to the Internet is made as needed.
Manual: You have to open up the Web-based management interface and click the Connect button
manually any time that you wish to connect to the Internet.
Maximum Idle Time: Time interval the machine can be idle before the PPPoE connection is
disconnected. The Maximum Idle Time value is only used for the "On demand" and "Manual" reconnect
modes.
WAN Interface IP Type
Static: If your ISP has assigned a fixed IP address, select this option. The ISP provides the values for the
following fields for WAN Interface IP Setting:
IP Address, Subnet Mask , Default Gateway.
Dynamic: If the ISP's servers assign the router's IP addressing upon establishing a connection, select this
option.
PPTP
PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol) uses a virtual private network to connect to your ISP. This
method of connection is primarily used in Europe. This method of connection requires you to enter a
Username and Password (provided by your Internet Service Provider) to gain access to the Internet.
PPTP Server IP Address: The ISP provides this parameter, if necessary. The value may be the same as
the Gateway IP Address.
Reconnect Mode: Typically PPPoE connections are not always on. The router allows you to set the
reconnection mode. The settings are:
Always on: A connection to the Internet is always maintained.
On demand: A connection to the Internet is made as needed.
Manual: You have to open up the Web-based management interface and click the Connect button
manually any time that you wish to connect to the Internet.
Maximum Idle Time: Time interval the machine can be idle before the PPPoE connection is
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disconnected. The Maximum Idle Time value is only used for the "On demand" and "Manual" reconnect
modes.
WAN Interface IP Type
Static: If your ISP has assigned a fixed IP address, select this option. The ISP provides the values for the
following fields for WAN Interface IP Setting:
IP Address, Subnet Mask , Default Gateway, and optional for DNS Server
Dynamic: If the ISP's servers assign the router's IP addressing upon establishing a connection, select this
option.
Russia PPTP
The Russia PPTP can configure IP address on the WAN interface and establish PPTP to get IP
address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS for ANOTHER logical IP interface on WAN port.
So the physical WAN port will have 2 logical IP interfaces and can communicate with internal
ISP’s network resources and also communicate with Internet through PPTP tunnel. It is specified
by Russia Cobrina ISP, user can configure it the same as the normal PPTP and PPTP
server IP Address can use the domain name string.
WAN MTU Setting
The Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) is a parameter that determines the largest packet size (in
bytes) that the router will send to the WAN. If LAN devices send larger packets, the router will
break them into smaller packets. Ideally, you should set this to match the MTU of the connection to
your ISP. Typical values are 1500 bytes for an Ethernet connection and 1492 bytes for a PPPoE
connection. If the router's MTU is set too high, packets will be fragmented downstream. If the
router's MTU is set too low, the router will fragment packets unnecessarily and in extreme cases
may be unable to establish some connections. In either case, network performance can suffer. t
modes.
MAC Address Clone
Each networking device has it's own unique MAC address defined by the hardware manufacturer.
Some ISP's may check your computer's MAC address. Some ISP's record the MAC address of the
network adapter in the computer or router used to initially connect to their service. The ISP will
then only grant Internet access to requests from a computer or router with this particular MAC
address. This router has a different MAC address than the computer or router that initially
connected to the ISP. If you need to change the MAC address of the rounter's WAN-side Ethernet
interface, either type in an alternate MAC address (for example, the MAC address of the router
initially connected to the ISP) or copy the MAC address of a PC. To copy the MAC address of the
computer that initially connected to the ISP, connect to the router using that computer and click the
Clone Your PC's MAC Address button. The WAN interface will then use the MAC address of the
network adapter in your computer.
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