Zonet ZSR4174WE User manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................................1
1.1 elcome..........................................................................................1
1.2 Features...........................................................................................1
1.3 Package contents...............................................................................1
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation................................................................2
2.1 Panel Layout.....................................................................................2
2.1.1 Top Panel..................................................................................2
2.1.2 Rear Panel................................................................................3
2.1.3 Side Panel................................................................................3
2.2 System Requirements........................................................................4
2.3 Installation Environment Requirements.................................................4
2.4 Hardware Connection.........................................................................5
Chapter 3 Configure your Computer...........................................................6
3.1 TCP/IP Address Setting.......................................................................6
3.1.1 indows XP..............................................................................6
3.1.2 indows Vista/7........................................................................8
Chapter 4 ireless AP Mode(Default)......................................................11
4.1 Log in.............................................................................................11
4.2 Setup izard...................................................................................12
4.3 LAN Settings...................................................................................15
4.4 ireless Settings.............................................................................16
4.4.1 Basic Settings..........................................................................16
4.4.2 ireless Security Settings.........................................................18
4.4.2.1 Mixed EP...................................................................18
4.4.2.2 PA-Personal...............................................................19
4.4.2.3 PA2-Personal.............................................................20
4.4.2.4 Mixed PA/ PA2-Personal.............................................21
4.4.3 Advanced Settings....................................................................22
4.4.4 PS Settings...........................................................................23
4.4.5 Access Control.........................................................................24
4.4.6 Connection Status....................................................................25
4.5 System Tools...................................................................................26
4.5.1 Time Settings..........................................................................26
4.5.2 Backup/Restore.......................................................................27
4.5.3 Restore to Factory Default Settings..............................................27
4.5.4 Upgrade..................................................................................28
4.5.5 Reboot...................................................................................28

4.5.6 Change Password.....................................................................29
4.5.7 System Log.............................................................................29
Chapter 5 Client+AP Mode.......................................................................30
5.1 Setup izard...................................................................................30
5.2 LAN Settings...................................................................................33
5.3 ireless Settings.............................................................................33
5.4 System Tools...................................................................................33
Chapter 6 DS+AP Mode.........................................................................34
6.1 Setup izard...................................................................................34
6.2 LAN Settings...................................................................................37
6.3 ireless Settings.............................................................................37
6.3.1 Basic Settings..........................................................................38
6.3.2 ireless Security Settings.........................................................38
6.3.3 Advanced Settings....................................................................38
6.3.4 PS Settings...........................................................................38
6.3.5 DS Settings..........................................................................39
6.3.6 Access Control.........................................................................40
6.3.7 Connection Status....................................................................40
6.4 System Tools...................................................................................41
Chapter 7 ISP Mode..............................................................................42
7.1 Setup izard...................................................................................42
7.2 Advanced Settings...........................................................................48
7.2.1 LAN Settings............................................................................48
7.2.2 AN Settings...........................................................................49
7.2.2.1 PPPoE..........................................................................49
7.2.2.2 Dynamic IP...................................................................50
7.2.2.3 Static IP.......................................................................50
7.2.2.4 L2TP............................................................................51
7.2.2.5 PPTP............................................................................52
7.2.3 DNS Settings...........................................................................53
7.3 ireless Settings.............................................................................54
7.4 DHCP Server....................................................................................55
7.4.1 DHCP Server............................................................................55
7.4.2 DHCP Server List & Binding........................................................55
7.5 Virtual Server..................................................................................56
7.5.1 Port Range Forwarding..............................................................56
7.5.2 DMZ Settings...........................................................................57
7.5.3 UPnP Settings..........................................................................57

7.6 Security Settings.............................................................................58
7.6.1 Client Filter..............................................................................58
7.6.2 URL Filter................................................................................59
7.6.3 MAC Filter................................................................................60
7.6.4 Prevent Network Attack.............................................................61
7.6.5 Remote EB Management.........................................................62
7.6.6 AN Ping................................................................................63
7.7 Routing Settings..............................................................................64
7.7.1 Routing Table...........................................................................64
7.8 System Tools...................................................................................65
7.8.1 Time Settings..........................................................................65
7.8.2 DDNS.....................................................................................65
7.8.3 Backup/Restore.......................................................................65
7.8.4 Restore to Factory Default Settings..............................................65
7.8.5 Upgrade..................................................................................66
7.8.6 Reboot...................................................................................66
7.8.7 Change Password.....................................................................66
7.8.8 System Log.............................................................................66
Chapter 8 ireless Router Mode..............................................................67
8.1 Setup izard...................................................................................67
8.2 Advanced Settings...........................................................................72
8.2.1 LAN Settings............................................................................72
8.2.2 AN Settings...........................................................................72
8.2.3 MAC Address Clone...................................................................72
8.2.4 DNS Settings...........................................................................72
8.3 ireless Settings.............................................................................73
8.4 DHCP Server....................................................................................73
8.5 Virtual Server..................................................................................73
8.6 Security Settings.............................................................................73
8.7 Routing Settings..............................................................................73
8.8 System Tools...................................................................................73
Appendix 1: Product Features & Specifications.........................................74
Appendix 2: Troubleshooting...................................................................76

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 elcome
Thank you for purchasing Zonet ZSR4174 E – 802.11n Portable Access Point/Router.
ZSR4174 E is a portable wireless AP/Router with up to 150Mbps transmission rate. It
supports five working modes: wireless AP, Client+AP, DS+AP, ISP Router and
ireless Router. Having wireless AP and wireless Router function, ZSR4174 E is
equipped with a "Mode" button to switch the modes to achieve different wireless access.
In addition, the device can be powered by an alternative power supply through the USB
port to establish wireless networks freely. It also supports 64/128-bit EP, PA, PA2.
The MAC address filter can protect your network against any malicious intrusion.
Moreover, the eb management utility can benefit you to manage the device easily.
ZSR4174 E is the best choice for people always moving and need to search a fast,
secure, easy-to-use, and feature-rich wireless network.
1.2 Features
Supports IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
Provide wireless AP, Client+AP, DS+AP, ISP Router, ireless Router mode
Provide 1 AN/LAN port, 10/100M Auto-Negotiation, supports Auto MDI/MDIX
Provides 150Mbps receiving rate and 150Mbps sending rate
Support basic DHCP server settings
Support remote/local eb management.
Support 64/128 bits EP and PA/ PA2 wireless security standard
PS ( i-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the security setup and management of i-Fi®
networks.
External power adapter
1.3 Package Contents
One ZSR4174 E
One CD w/User Manual
One Quick Installation Guide
One RJ-45 Ethernet Cable
One USB Cable
One Power Adapter
One Protective Travel bag
Contact your local authorized reseller or the store purchased from for any items
damaged and/or missing.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Panel Layout
2.1.1 Top Panel
LED Indicator
Action Description
ON ZSR4174 E is in AP working mode
AP
O
FF
AP mode off
ON ZSR4174 E is in Client+AP working mode
Client+AP OFF Client+AP mode off
ON ZSR4174 E is in DS+AP working mode
DS+AP OFF DS+AP mode off
ON ZSR4174 E is in ISP Router working mode
ISP Router OFF ISP Router mode off
ON ZSR4174 E is in ireless Router working mode
ireless Router
OFF ireless Router mode off
Flashing
ZSR4174 E is negotiating with the client in PS mode
PS OFF PS off
ON ZSR4174 E is well connected
LAN/ AN Flashing
ZSR4174 E is transmitting data
Note: ZSR4174WE will be ready to use after all lights on the panel blink from left to right and
LA /WA light starts to flash.

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2.1.2 Rear Panel
Item Name Description
PO ER Use the USB cable applied with ZSR4174 E to connect with power
adapter applied or USB port of PC
AP Mode: A LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for connecting to the
router/modem, local PC or switch/hub.
Client+AP Mode: A LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for connecting to the
router/modem, local PC or switch/hub.
DS+AP Mode: A LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for connecting to the
router/modem, local PC or switch/hub.
ISP Router Mode: A LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for connecting to
the router/modem, local PC or switch/hub.
LAN/ AN
ireless Router mode: A AN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for
connecting to the DSL/Cable Modem generally.
2.1.3 Side Panel
Button Name Description
PS/RESET
i-Fi Protection Setup / Factory Default Reset button.
Press and hold the button until PS indicator flashing
(about 1 second) to enable PS function.
Press and hold the button f or 7 seconds to restore all
settings to factory defaults .
MODE Switching modes to achieve different wireless access

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2.2 System Requirements
Computer or network devices with wired or wireless network interface card
TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC
eb browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
Computer with an available USB2.0 slot
2.3 Installation Environment Requirements
Do not in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent
Do not in cluttered or crowded place. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear
space on all sides of ZSR4174 E
ell ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)
Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C
Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing

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2.4 Hardware Connection
ote: Before connecting ZSR4174WE, be sure to power off your computer, DSL/Cable modem,
and ZSR4174WE.
1. Connect one end of the cable to
your broadband router, PC or
Switch/Hub port and connect the
other end to the LAN port of
ZSR4174 E.
2. Power on ZSR4174 E by
connecting one end of supplied
USB cable to the power socket of
ZSR4174 E and connecting the
other end with power adapter
applied to the wall socket or USB
port of PC.
3. Power on your wireless device.
4. Please check all LEDs on the top panel.
 Corresponding Mode LED should be steadily on
(Default Mode is AP mode)
 LAN/ AN LED should be flash if the computer / network
device connected to the ZSR4174 E is powered on and
correctly connected.
Note: If any LED you expected is not on, please recheck the
cabling, or jump to Troubleshooting in User Manual
for possible reasons and solution.

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Chapter 3 Configure your computer
3.1 TCP/IP Address Setting
Default IP Address: 192.168.2.1
Default Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
3.1.1 indows XP
1. Click Start →
→→
→ Control Panel →
→→
→ Network
and Internet Connections
2. Click Network Connections.
3. Right click Local Area Connection and
select Properties.

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4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP and
click Properties.
5. Select Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server
address automatically. Click OK to save
the configurations.
6. Or select Use the following IP address
and enter the IP address as 192.168.2.X (X
is from 2 to 253), Subnet mask. Of course,
you need to input the DNS server address
provided by your ISP. Otherwise, you can use
the ZSR4174 E’s default gateway as the
DNS proxy server. Click OK to save the
configurations.
7. Click OK to apply and return to Local Area Connection Properties
page and then click OK to exit the setting window.

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3.1.2 indows Vista/7
1. Click Start →
→→
→ Control Panel →
→→
→ Network
and Internet.
2. Click Network and Sharing Center.
3. Click Local Area Connection and then
Local Area Connection Status window will
pop-out.

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4. Click Properties from Local Area
Connection Status.
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4 and click Properties.

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6. Select Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server
address automatically. Click OK to save
the configurations.
7. Or select Use the following IP address
and enter the IP address as 192.168.2.X (X
is from 2 to 253), Subnet mask. Of course,
you need to input the DNS server address
provided by your ISP. Otherwise, you can use
the ZSR4174 E’s default gateway as the
DNS proxy server. Click OK to save the
configurations.
8. Click OK to apply and return to Local Area Connection Properties
page and then click OK to exit the setting window.

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Chapter 4 ireless AP Mode (Default)
4.1 Log in
This section is showing you how to configure your new ZSR4174 E through the
eb-based Configuration Utility.
1. Open an Internet Explorer, type 192.168.2.1 in the address bar, and then press
Enter.
2. Input user name and password and then press OK.
Default User Name: admin
Default Password: admin
3. After login successfully, home page will be displayed.

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4.2 Setup izard
Default mode of ZSR4174 E is AP Mode.
1. hen Setup izard appears, click Next to continue.
2. Configure Wireless Basic Settings, and then click Next.
For more detail, please refer to 4.4.1 Basic Settings.

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3. Configure Wireless Security Settings, and then click Next.
For more detail, please refer to 4.4.2 Wireless Security Settings.
4. Click Apply and ZSR4174 E will reboot automatically to activate AP mode.

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In AP mode, ZSR4174 E will act as a central hub for different wireless LAN clients. For
example, when traveling to a hotel that has high-speed internet access, you can connect
to the internet through ZSR4174 E which is connected to an Ethernet cable in the room.

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4.3 LAN Settings
MAC Address: ZSR4174 E’s physical MAC address on your local network is
unchangeable.
IP Mode: ZSR4174 E provides two IP modes:
Static IP: Fill the network address information from your ISP in the IP Address,
Subnet Mask, Gateway and Primary DNS server fields
Dynamic IP: Adjust the connection properties to obtain an IP address and DNS
sever automatically in Internet protocol.
IP Address: ZSR4174 E’s LAN IP address (not your PC’s IP address). Once you
modify the IP address, you need to remember it for the eb-based Utility login next
time. Default value is 192.168.2.1.
Subnet Mask: ZSR4174 E’s subnet mask for measurement of the network size.
Default value is 255.255.255.0.
Default Gateway: Enter the gateway provided by your ISP.
Primary DNS server: Enter the Primary DNS server provided by your ISP.
Secondary DNS server: Enter the second address if your ISP provides, which is
optional.
Host name: Enter the host name which is optional.
ote: If the IP address changed, the login IP address to the Web-based management interface
will change correspondingly.