ZyXEL Communications NU-AP699E9N3 User manual

NU-AP699E9N3
Wireless Router
User Manual
V1.0

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Contents
1Safety Precautions.............................................................................................1
2Overview............................................................................................................2
2.1 Product Introduction ..............................................................................2
2.2 Packing List...........................................................................................2
3Mode Introduction ..............................................................................................3
3.1 Bridge Mode..........................................................................................3
3.2 Router Mode..........................................................................................3
3.3 Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS Mode..............................................3
3.4 Client Mode ...........................................................................................3
4Hardware Description and Installation ...............................................................3
4.1 Hardware Description............................................................................3
4.1.1 Front Panel and LED Status.......................................................3
4.1.2 Rear/Side Panel and Interface Description ................................5
4.2 Hardware Installation.............................................................................7
4.2.1 System Requirements ................................................................7
4.2.2 Before You Begin........................................................................7
4.3 Operation Range...................................................................................7
5Configuring Your Computer and Wireless Connection.......................................8
5.1 Configuring Your Computer...................................................................8
5.2 Configuring Wireless Configuration.....................................................10
6Configuring NU-AP699E9N3............................................................................12
6.1 Bridge Mode Configuration..................................................................13
6.2 Router Mode Configuration .................................................................13
6.3 Repeater Mode Configuration .............................................................15
6.4 WDS Mode Configuration....................................................................17
6.4.1 Repeater Configuration in the WDS Mode ...............................17
6.4.2 Central Base Station Configuration in the WDS Mode.............19
6.4.3 WDS Application.......................................................................19
6.5 Client Mode Configuration...................................................................21
7Web Configuration for the Bridge Mode...........................................................22
7.1 Running Status....................................................................................22

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7.1.1 Router Status............................................................................22
7.1.2 Clients List................................................................................23
7.2 Setup Wizard.......................................................................................24
7.3 Mode Setting .......................................................................................24
7.4 Network Settings .................................................................................25
7.4.1 LAN Interface Settings..............................................................25
7.4.2 DHCP Server............................................................................26
7.4.2.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server ............................26
7.4.2.2 Using Address Reservation...........................................27
7.5 Wireless Settings.................................................................................28
7.5.1 Wireless Basic Settings............................................................28
7.5.2 Guest Network..........................................................................32
7.5.3 Wireless Advanced Settings.....................................................34
7.5.4 WPS Setup...............................................................................38
7.5.4.1 Using the WPS Button..................................................39
7.5.4.2 Using the Web Page.....................................................39
7.6 Management Function.........................................................................40
7.6.1 Backup Settings........................................................................40
7.6.2 Reboot Router ..........................................................................42
7.6.3 Set Password............................................................................42
7.6.4 Router Upgrade........................................................................43
8Web Configuration for the Router Mode ..........................................................44
8.1 Running Status....................................................................................44
8.1.1 Router Status............................................................................44
8.1.2 Clients List................................................................................47
8.2 Setup Wizard.......................................................................................47
8.3 Mode Setting .......................................................................................47
8.4 Network Settings .................................................................................48
8.4.1 LAN Interface Settings..............................................................49
8.4.2 WAN Interface Settings ............................................................49
8.4.3 DHCP Server............................................................................57
8.4.3.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server ............................58
8.4.3.2 Using Address Reservation...........................................58
8.4.4 NAT ALG...................................................................................59

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8.5 Wireless Settings.................................................................................60
8.5.1 Wireless Basic Settings............................................................61
8.5.2 Guest Network..........................................................................65
8.5.3 Wireless Advanced Settings.....................................................66
8.5.4 WDS Function...........................................................................70
8.5.5 WPS Setup...............................................................................71
8.5.5.1 Using the WPS Button..................................................71
8.5.5.2 Using the Web Page.....................................................72
8.6 Network Application.............................................................................73
8.6.1 Port Forwarding........................................................................73
8.6.2 Port Triggering..........................................................................75
8.6.3 UPnP ........................................................................................76
8.6.4 IGMP Proxying..........................................................................78
8.6.5 DMZ Server ..............................................................................78
8.6.6 Dynamic DNS...........................................................................79
8.6.7 Static Routes.............................................................................80
8.7 Security Options..................................................................................82
8.7.1 Block Sites................................................................................82
8.7.2 Block Services..........................................................................84
8.7.3 Protection..................................................................................86
8.8 Management Function.........................................................................87
8.8.1 Backup Settings........................................................................88
8.8.2 Remote Management...............................................................89
8.8.3 Schedules.................................................................................91
8.8.4 SNTP........................................................................................92
8.8.5 Reboot Router ..........................................................................93
8.8.6 Set Password............................................................................93
8.8.7 Router Upgrade........................................................................94
9Web Configuration for the Wireless Universal Repeater Mode........................96
9.1 Running Status....................................................................................96
9.1.1 Router Status............................................................................96
9.1.2 Clients List................................................................................97
9.2 Setup Wizard.......................................................................................98
9.3 Repeater Mode Setting........................................................................98

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9.4 Network Settings .................................................................................98
9.4.1 LAN Interface Settings..............................................................99
9.4.2 DHCP Server..........................................................................100
9.4.2.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server ..........................100
9.4.2.2 Using Address Reservation.........................................101
9.5 Wireless Settings...............................................................................102
9.5.1 Wireless Universal Repeater..................................................102
9.5.2 WPS Setup.............................................................................103
9.5.2.1 Using the WPS Button................................................103
9.5.2.2 Using the Web Page...................................................104
9.5.3 Wireless Client Function.........................................................107
9.6 Management Function.......................................................................109
9.6.1 Backup Settings......................................................................109
9.6.2 Reboot Router .........................................................................111
9.6.3 Set Password...........................................................................111
9.6.4 Router Upgrade......................................................................112
10 Web Configuration for the WDS Mode........................................................... 113
10.1 Running Status.................................................................................. 113
10.1.1 Router Status..................................................................... 114
10.1.2 Clients List......................................................................... 114
10.2 Setup Wizard.....................................................................................115
10.3 Mode Setting ..................................................................................... 115
10.4 Network Settings ............................................................................... 115
10.4.1 LAN Interface Settings ......................................................116
10.4.2 DHCP Server..................................................................... 117
10.4.2.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server ........................117
10.4.2.2 Using Address Reservation....................................... 118
10.5 Wireless Settings............................................................................... 119
10.5.1 WDS Function...................................................................119
10.5.2 Wireless Basic Settings.....................................................120
10.6 Management Function.......................................................................123
10.6.1 Backup Settings ................................................................124
10.6.2 Reboot Router...................................................................125
10.6.3 Set Password....................................................................126

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10.6.4 Router Upgrade.................................................................126
11 Web Configuration for the Client Mode..........................................................127
11.1 Running Status..................................................................................127
11.1.1 Router Status.....................................................................128
11.1.2 Clients List.........................................................................129
11.2 Setup Wizard.....................................................................................129
11.3 Network Settings ...............................................................................129
11.3.1 LAN Interface Settings ......................................................129
11.3.2 DHCP Server.....................................................................130
11.3.2.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server.........................131
11.3.2.2 Using Address Reservation.......................................131
11.4 Wireless Settings...............................................................................132
11.4.1 WPS Setup........................................................................133
11.4.2 Wireless Client Function ...................................................135
11.5 Management Function.......................................................................136
11.5.1 Backup Settings ................................................................136
11.5.2 Reboot Router...................................................................138
11.5.3 Set Password....................................................................138
11.5.4 Router Upgrade.................................................................139
Appendix A FAQ..............................................................................................141

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About User Manual
This user manual describes how to install and configure NU-AP699E9N3.
Organization
This user manual is organized as follows:
Chapter Description
Chapter 1 : Safety Precautions Provides safety precaution information.
Chapter 2 : Overview Provides a general overview of
NU-AP699E9N3, and the packing list.
Chapter 3 : Mode Introduction
Introduce network topologies and basic
wireless connection settings for the Bridge,
Router, Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS,
and Client modes.
Chapter 4 : Hardware
Description and Installation Describes the front and rear panels of NU-AP699E9N3 and hardware installation.
Chapter 5 : Configuring Your
Computer and Wireless
Connection
Describes how to set the TCP/IP for your
computer and how to connect to
NU-AP699E9N3 wirelessly.
Chapter 6 : Configuring
NU-AP699E9N3
Describes how to configure NU-AP699E9N3
for the Bridge, Router, Wireless Universal
Repeater, WDS, and Client modes in a quick
and basic way.
Chapter 7 : Web Configuration
for the Bridge Mode Describes how to use to Web page to configure parameters for the Bridge mode.
Chapter 8 : Web Configuration
for the Router Mode Describes how to use to Web page to configure parameters for the Router mode.
Chapter 9 : Web Configuration Describes how to use to Web page to

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for the Wireless Universal
Repeater Mode configure parameters for the Wireless Universal Repeater mode (URM).
Chapter 10 : Web Configuration
for the WDS Mode Describes how to use to Web page to configure parameters for the WDS mode.
Chapter 11 : Web Configuration
for the Client Mode Describes how to use to Web page to configure parameters for the Client mode.
Features
Support IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11n, IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u,
IEEE802.11i, and IEEE802.11e
Provide wireless transmission rate up to 300 Mbps
Support WEP and WPA for secure data transmission
Support DHCP server
Support manually configuring static routing
Support software upgrade through Web pages
Support restoring factory default settings
Support demilitarized zone (DMZ)
Support DNS proxy and forwarding
Support UPnP
Support WPS
Support port forwarding
Support port triggering
Support wireless repeater
Support guest network
Support filtering by keyword and domain name
Support wireless security authentication
Support 5 types of WAN connection modes, including static IP, dynamic IP,
PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP
Support remote access control
Support firewall

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Support system status display
Support backing up and restoring configuration files

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1 Safety Precautions
Before operating NU-AP699E9N3, read the following precaution information
carefully:
Leave proper space for heat dissipation to avoid damage caused by device
overheating. Heat dissipation holes enable the device to work normally. Do
not cover heat dissipation holes.
Keep the device away from heat outlets or high temperature places. Prevent
the device from direct sunlight.
Keep the device in dry places. Do not spill any liquid on this device.
Do not connect the device to any PC or electronic product unless our
customer engineer or your broadband provider instructs you to do this,
because any wrong connection may cause power or fire risks.
Do not place this device on an unstable surface.

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2 Overview
2.1 Product Introduction
Thank you for choosing the NU-AP699E9N3 mini wireless router.
NU-AP699E9N3, a pocket router, is case-shaped, easy to carry, and easy to install.
Its wireless transmission rate is up to 300 Mbps. It is a high-performance and
IEEE802.11b/g/n-compatible network access device that can provide reliable and
convenient network access service for individual users and SOHO (Small Office,
Home Office). It features Web-based GUI, allowing users to easily modify settings
to connect the device to ISP (Internet Service Provider) and conveniently perform
upgrade using the WEB page.
In addition, NU-AP699E9N3 has a three-way switch on the side panel that enables
users to change the device’s working mode among AP, Repeater, and Client. In the
AP mode, the device functions as a wireless router to achieve wireless connection
for the wired LAN. In the Repeater mode, the device provides the URM (Universal
Repeater Mode) function for users to expand wireless coverage of the existing AP
in a quick and easy way. In the Client mode, the device functions as a wireless
network adapter but it can provide a better transmission and connection
performance.
2.2 Packing List
Please check whether your packing list includes the following items:
1 x NU-AP699E9N3 wireless router
1 x Ethernet cable
1 x Quick Installation Guide
1 x Warranty Card

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3 Mode Introduction
3.1 Bridge Mode
In the Bridge mode, NU-AP699E9N3 works as a wireless router to achieve
wireless connection for the wired LAN.
3.2 Router Mode
In the Router mode, NU-AP699E9N3 works as a domestic gateway.
3.3 Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS Mode
In the Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS mode, NU-AP699E9N3 expands wireless
coverage of the existing AP. Computers can connect to NU-AP699E9N3 in either a
wired or wireless way.
3.4 Client Mode
In the Client mode, NU-AP699E9N3 provides Internet access for a set-top box or a
computer with a network adapter.
4 Hardware Description and Installation
4.1 Hardware Description
4.1.1 Front Panel and LED Status
There are 4 LED indicators on the front panel of NU-AP699E9N3. By observing
their status, you can check whether the device runs normally.

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Table 4.1 NU-AP699E9N3 indicator status
Indicator Color Status Description
Green On The device is working normally.
Power Red On The system is in the process of
self-inspection or fails the self-inspection. Or
it is in the process of software upgrade.
Off The WPS session is down.
On The WPS indicator keeps on for 5 minutes after WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
connection succeeds.
Quick
blink A terminal is attempting to connect to the NU-AP699E9N3 through WPS but fails.
Quick
blink
with a
certain
interval
Multiple terminals are connecting to the
NU-AP699E9N3 through WPS at the same
time. WPS sessions conflict.
WPS Green
Slow
blink The WPS session is up.

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Off The Ethernet port is in the
non-communication state.
On The Ethernet port is in the communication
state.
Ethernet Green
Blink The Ethernet port is transmitting and
receiving data.
Off The WLAN connection is in the
non-communication state.
On The WLAN connection is in the
communication state.
WLAN Green
Blink Data is being transmitted and received in the
WLAN.
4.1.2 Rear/Side Panel and Interface Description
Rear Panel
Side Panel

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Table 4.2 NU-AP699E9N3 interface and button status
Interface/Button Description
WAN/LAN If NU-AP699E9N3 is set to the AP mode, the interface is
a WAN interface which connects NU-AP699E9N3 to
WAN or uplink network devices.
If NU-AP699E9N3 is set to the Repeater/Client mode,
the interface is an LAN interface.
Reset Press the Reset button gently for 3-6 seconds and then
release it. The system restores to the factory default
settings.
AP/Repeater/Client It is used for setting NU-AP699E9N3 to the AP,
Repeater, or Client mode.
AP mode—including the Bridge and router modes
Repeater mode—to expand wireless network coverage
Client mode—equivalent to a wireless network adapter
WPS For enabling WPS PBC mode. For more information,
refer to WPS descriptions for each mode.

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4.2 Hardware Installation
4.2.1 System Requirements
Before installing the device, please ensure that the following items are available:
At least one Ethernet RJ45 cable (10Base-T/100Base-T)
One NU-AP699E9N3 wireless router
A PC is already installed with the TCP/IP protocol and the PC can access
the Internet.
4.2.2 Before You Begin
Before you install the device, please pay attention to the following items:
The Ethernet cables that are used to connect the device to a computer, hub,
router, or switch should be less than 100 meters.
Do not place this device on an uneven or unstable surface. Do not put this
device on the ground.
Keep the device clean. Prevent the device from direct sunlight. Avoid any
metal in the device.
Place the device in the center of the area to optimize the wireless coverage.
4.3 Operation Range
The operation range of NU-AP699E9N3 depends on the actual environment. The
path and effect of signal transmission vary with the deployment in a house or an
office. For example, the outdoor straight transmission distance for a certain device
can reach 300 meters and the indoor transmission distance can reach 100 meters.

5 Configuring Your Computer and Wireless
Connection
5.1 Configuring Your Computer
The following takes Windows XP as an example. Do as follows to manually set the
network adapter:
Step 1 Right-click the icon of My Network Places and choose Properties to
display the Network Connections window.
Step 2 Right-click the icon of a network interface card or wireless network
adapter and choose Properties. (Note: In the Client mode, computers
can connect to NU-AP699E9N3 through an Ethernet cable only.)
Step 3 Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

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Step 4 (1) When NU-AP699E9N3 is set to the Router mode, select Obtain an
IP address automatically.
(2) When NU-AP699E9N3 is set to other modes, set the IP address of
your computer to 192.168.100.X (X is an integer in the range of 2 to 253),
and the MAC address to 255.255.255.0. Set the gateway and the IP
address of the DNS server. You can leave them blank if you do not know
information about the gateway and DNS server. Click OK.
Note:

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After you finish configuring NU-AP699E9N3, the domestic gateway can set
the Internet protocol for the PC’s network adapter. Set the IP address and
DNS server to Obtain an IP address automatically as shown in the figure
above.
5.2 Configuring Wireless Configuration
The following takes Windows XP as an example. Do as follows to connect the
wireless network adapter of your PC to NU-AP699E9N3:
Step 1 Click the icon displayed at the right bottom corner of the desktop
(Note: Ensure that your PC is installed with a wireless network adapter).
Step 2 In the Wireless Network Connection page, double-click the desired
wireless network.
Step 3 Your computer successfully connects to the wireless network when
Connected is displayed on the right upper corner.

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Note:
The default SSID of NU-AP699E9N3 is PocketAP-001.