ZAAPA TECHNOLOGY ZW-BR11NT User manual

Wireless Broadband 11n Router User Guide
ZW-BR11NT WIRELESS-N Broadband Router
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ZAAPA TECHNOLOGY
Produced in: CHINA
IMPORTER: ZAAPA IBERICA B82126020
WWW.ZAAPA.NET
1990/05/ce CONFORMITY/COMPLIANT
MODEL: ZW-BR11NT
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Wireless Broadband 11n Router User Guide
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Wireless Broadband 11n Router User Guide
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction....................................................................................................................... 1
Package Contents...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router......................................................3
The Back Panel .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
The Front Panel.......................................................................................................................................................... 4
The Top Panel............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Hardware Installation................................................................................................................................................. 6
Chapter 3: Getting to Connect the Wireless-N Broadband Router.................................................7
How to Set the Network Configurations for My Computer..................................................................................... 7
How to Check the Network Connection ................................................................................................................. 10
Chapter 4 Basic Configurations....................................................................................................... 11
How to Access the Web-based Configuration Utility.............................................................................................11
Setup Wizard ............................................................................................................................................................ 12
Chapter 5: Advanced Settings .........................................................................................................15
LAN Settings ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
WAN Settings—PPPoE............................................................................................................................................ 16
WAN Settings—Static IP.......................................................................................................................................... 17

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MAC Address Clone................................................................................................................................................. 18
DNS Settings ............................................................................................................................................................ 19
Chapter 6: Wireless Settings............................................................................................................20
Basic Settings .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
Wireless Security Settings...................................................................................................................................... 21
WPS Settings............................................................................................................................................................ 27
WDS Settings ........................................................................................................................................................... 28
Advanced Wireless Settings................................................................................................................................... 30
Wireless Access Control ......................................................................................................................................... 32
Wireless Connection Status.................................................................................................................................... 33
Chapter 7: DHCP Server ...................................................................................................................34
DHCP Server List ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 8: Virtual Server ..................................................................................................................36
Single Port Forwarding............................................................................................................................................ 36
Port Range Forwarding ........................................................................................................................................... 38
DMZ Settings............................................................................................................................................................ 39
UPnP Settings .......................................................................................................................................................... 39
Client Filter Settings................................................................................................................................................ 40
DNS Filter Settings................................................................................................................................................... 41
MAC Address Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 42
Prevent Network Attack........................................................................................................................................... 43

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Remote Web Management................................................................................................................43
Local Web Management.......................................................................................................................................... 44
Ping Settings............................................................................................................................................................ 45
Static Routing........................................................................................................................................................... 45
Chapter 9: System Tools ..................................................................................................................46
Time........................................................................................................................................................................... 46
DDNS......................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Backup/Restore........................................................................................................................................................ 48
Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................................................... 49
Restore to Factory Default Settings....................................................................................................................... 50
Reboot....................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Change Password.................................................................................................................................................... 51
System Log............................................................................................................................................................... 52
Appendix A: Product Features.........................................................................................................53

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Thank you for choosing the ZW-BR11NT Wireless-N Broadband Router. It employs the advanced MIMO (Multi
Input, Multi Output) technology and integrates router, wireless access point, four-port switch and firewall in one,
which will allow you to share Internet access over the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast.
Compatible with IEEE 802.11n (Draft 2.0) standard, it can connect with existing 802.11b/g PCI, USB and
Notebook adapters. Up to 300Mbps transmission rate allows you to enjoy real-time activities such as video
streaming, online gaming and so on.
Besides, the Wireless-N Broadband Router supports all of the latest wireless security features, such as 64/128-bit
WEP encryption, WPS (PBC and PIN) encryption method, packet filtering and port forwarding, to prevent
unauthorized access and protect your network against malicious attack.
Moreover, the user-friendly Setup Wizard on the CD-ROM can assist you to set up the Wireless-N Broadband
Router easily. It also can be managed or configured through Local/Remote easy-to-use Web-based utility. So it is
the best choice for SOHOs and small-sized enterprises.

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Package Contents
¾One ZW-BR11NT Wireless-N Broadband Router
¾One Ethernet Network Cable
¾One Quick Installation Guide
¾One Power Adapter
¾One CD-ROM
If any of listed items are missing or damaged, please contact the Zaapa reseller from whom you
purchased for replacement immediately.

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router
The Back Panel
Here is the description of the back panel. The RJ-45 ports for cable connection and Reset button are located on
the back panel as shown below.

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The Front Panel
There are the Router’s LED indicators on the front panel as shown below.
LED Indicator Status Description
POWER Always ON The POWER indicator is Always ON when it is powered on and
works properly.
SYS Blinking The SYS is blinking regularly when the system works normally.
Always ON Indicates the correct connection of the WAN ports.
WAN Blinking Indicates the Router is transmitting/receiving data packets.
WLAN Blinking Indicates the wireless signal is OK.
Always ON Indicates the correct connection of the LAN ports.
LAN(1/2/3/4) Blinking Indicates the Router is transmitting/receiving data packets.
WPS Blinking Indicates the Router is negotiating with WPS clients in WPS Mode
(PBC or PIN code).

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The Top Panel
On the top panel, three exposed reverse SMA antennas are located to broadcast the signals for wireless
network.

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Hardware Installation
Before you connect the Wireless-N Broadband Router, please refer to the following steps for correct and easy
hardware installation. In order to get better wireless performance, please locate the Router at the centre of the
wireless network.
¾Power off all devices connected, including the Modem and your PC(s)
¾Connect one end of the included Ethernet network cable to one of the ports on the back panel of the Router.
Connect the other end to an Ethernet/WAN port of certain network device as a PC or switch. Please repeat
this step to add more PCs or other devices.
¾Connect the Modem’s Internet cable to the WAN port of the Router
¾Power on the Modem
¾Power on the Router with the included power adapter. The Power LED indicator on the front panel will light
green if it’s connected correctly.
¾Now, you can launch your PC(s) to configure the Router. More details please refer to the next chapter.
IMPORTANT: Please use the included power supply. Use of a different power adapter could cause
damage and void the warranty for this product.

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Chapter 3: Getting to Connect the Wireless-N Broadband Router
For easy and fast configuration, the following steps for network configuration are required.
How to Set the Network Configurations for My Computer
Right click “My Network Places” and select
“Properties”.
Right click “Local Area Network Connection” and
select “Properties”.

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Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click
“Properties”.
.
Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and
“Obtain DNS server address automatically”. Click
“OK” to save the configurations.

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Or select “Use the following IP address” and enter
the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway as
shown right. Of course, you need to input the DNS
server address provided by your ISP. Otherwise, you
can use the Router’s default gateway as the DNS
proxy server. Click “OK” to save the configurations.

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How to Check the Network Connection
Select “Start”—All
Programs”—“Accessories”
—“Command Prompt”.
Input the “ping 192.168.0.1” and press
“Enter”. If the screen displays as the
right figure, it means your PC is
connected to your router successfully.
If not, please make sure the hardware
installation and network adapter are
OK. After all preparations are made,
please proceed to Chapter 4 for more
and advanced configuration.

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Chapter 4 Basic Configurations
This section is to show you how to configure your new Wireless-N Broadband Router through the
Web-based Configuration Utility.
How to Access the Web-based Configuration Utility
Please input the “admin” in both User Name and
Password. Click “OK”.
To access the Router’s Web-based Utility, launch
a web browser such as Internet Explorer or
Firefox and enter the Router’s default IP
address, http://192.168.0.1. Press “Enter”.

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Setup Wizard
Here is the “Welcome to Setup Wizard” for
configuring your Router quickly. Click “Next”.
In this screen, select one mode of your Internet
connection you use. If you are not clear, press the
“Detect” button or contact your Internet Service
Provider, and click “Next”.
ÎConnection Mode 1: ADSL Virtual Dial-up (Via
PPPoE)
1. Enter the Account and Password provided by your
ISP, and click “Next”

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ÎConnection Mode 2: Dynamic IP (Via DHCP)
1. If your connection mode is Dynamic IP, it means
your IP address keeps changing every time you
connect. You do not need to enter the information
like Mode 2 or Mode 3.
ÎConnection Mode 3: Static IP
1. In this screen, fill the network address
information from your ISP in the IP Address,
Subnet Mask, Gateway and Primary DNS server
fields and click “Next”.
2. Click “Apply” to reboot the Router, or press
“Reboot the router” button in System Tools of
the left menu.

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3. It is rebooting now, please wait for a few minutes
and DO NOT power off it.
Click the “System Status” in the left menu of the
Web-based Utility to find out the current network and
system information.
Congratulations you on completing the Router’s basic settings. You are on the Internet now. If you want to
configure more, please proceed to the following explanations forAdvanced Settings.

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Chapter 5: Advanced Settings
This section is to conduct the advanced configurations for the Router, including LAN Settings, WAN
settings, MAC Address Clone and DNS Settings.
LAN Settings
AC Address:The Router’s physical MAC address
as seen on your local network, which is
unchangeable.
IPAddress: The Router’s LAN IP address (not your
PC’s IP address). Once you modify the IP address,
you need to remember it for the Web-based
Utilitylogin next time. 192.168.0.1 is the default
value.
Subnet Mask: It’s shown the Router’s subnet mask
for measurement of the network size. 255.255.255.0
is the default value.