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  • Page 1: User Manual

    LevelOne User Manual WBR-6011 N_Max Wireless Router Ver. 1.0...
  • Page 2 Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. CE Marking Warning Hereby, Digital Data Communications, declares that this (Model-no. WBR-6011) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 3: General Public License

    If you would like a copy of the GPL or other open source code in this software on a physical CD medium, LevelOne (Digital Data Communications) offers to mail this CD to you upon request, for a price of US$9.99 plus the cost of shipping.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ... 6 Wireless Router Features ... 6 Package Contents ... 7 Physical Details... 8 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ... 10 Requirements ... 10 Procedure ... 10 CHAPTER 3 SETUP ... 12 Overview ... 12 Configuration Program ... 14 Setup Wizard ...
  • Page 5 Modes ... 106 BSS/ESS ... 106 Channels ... 107 WEP ... 107 WPA-PSK ... 107 WPA2-PSK ... 108 WPA-802.1x ... 108 Wireless LAN Configuration ... 108 APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS ... 110 Multi-Function Wireless Router ... 110 Wireless Interface ... 110...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Router's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Router. The Wireless Rou- ter is a multi-function device providing the following services:  Shared Broadband Internet Access ...

  • Page 7: Advanced Internet Functions

    This feature allows Internet users to access Internet DDNS, when used with the Virtual Servers feature, Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN The Wireless Router complies with the The 802.11n Draft standard provides This feature can let you have 2 SSIDs on one AP, All speeds up to the 802.11N maximum of 300Mbps...

  • Page 8: Lan Features

    Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configuration.  Configuration File Upload/Download. data from the Wireless Router to your PC, and restore (upload) a previously- saved configuration file to the Wireless Router.  Remote Management.

  • Page 9: Wireless Router Features

    LAN users to share a single IP address, the location and even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there is no network, only a single device - the Wireless Router. ...

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Introduction Package Contents The following items should be included. If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.  WBR-6011 N_Max Wireless Router Unit  1 Cat-5 Ethernet (LAN) Cable  Antenna x 2 ...

  • Page 11: Physical Details

    Introduction Physical Details Front Panel Push the WPS button on the WBR-6011, and also on your other wireless device to perform WPS syncing to create a Button secured wireless connection automatically. Wireless On - Wireless security is On. Security Off - Wireless security is Off.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    Introduction Rear Panel Connect the supplied power adapter here. Power port Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came WAN port with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard (10/100BaseT) LAN cable. Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your 10/100BaseT PCs to these ports.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Router. Requirements  Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.  TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.  For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and a DSL con- nection.
  • Page 14 Wireless Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simul- taneously. 3. Connect ADSL Cable Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Wireless Router. Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Setup

    PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration. Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and func- tions of the Wireless Router you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions for the required functions. To Do this: Configure PCs on your LAN.
  • Page 16 Setup Use any of the following Administration Configuration settings or features:  PC Database  Config File  Logs  E-Mail  Diagnostics  Remote Administration  Routing  Upgrade Firmware Chapter 7: Advanced Administration...

  • Page 17: Configuration Program

    Using your Web Browser To establish a connection from your PC to the Wireless Router: 1. After installing the Wireless Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already running, restart it. 2. Start your WEB browser.

  • Page 18: Setup Wizard

    PC's wireless set- tings. Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run auto- matically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default settings are restored.) 1.

  • Page 19: Common Connection Types

    Setup Common Connection Types DSL Modems Type Dynamic IP Address Static (Fixed) IP Address PPPoE PPTP, L2TP Details Your IP Address is allo- cated automatically, when you connect to you ISP. Your ISP allocates a per- manent IP Address to you. You connect to the ISP only when required.

  • Page 20: Home Screen

    Log Out - When finished, you should click this button to logout.  Restart - Use this if you wish to restart the Wireless Router. Note that restart- ing the Router will break any existing connections to or through the Router.

  • Page 21: Lan Screen

    Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP address for the Wireless Router, as seen from the local LAN. IP Address Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP Address from within the range used by your LAN.
  • Page 22 DHCP Server, rather than the Wireless Router's, the following procedure is required.  Disable the DHCP Server feature in the Wireless Router. This setting is on the LAN screen.  Configure the DHCP Server to provide the Wireless Router's IP Address as the Default Gateway.

  • Page 23: Mode Screen

    Setup Mode Screen Use this screen to change the mode between Router mode and Access Point mode. Select the desired option, and click "Save". In this mode, this device can provide shared Internet Access to all Router your LAN users. Also, by default, it acts a DHCP Server, providing an IP address and related information to all Wireless and LAN users.

  • Page 24: Wireless - Options Screen

    Wireless - Options Screen The Wireless Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless Router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless - Options link on the main menu to reach the Wireless - Options screen.
  • Page 25 Setup This is also called the "Network Name". SSID 1/2   If enabled, the Wireless ADSL Router will broadcast its SSID. Broadcast This allows PCs and other wireless stations to detect this Access SSID Point and use the correct SSID. If disabled, PC users will have to manually enter the SSID and other details of the wireless interface before they can connect to this Access Point.

  • Page 26: Wireless - Schedule

    Setup Wireless - Schedule To conserve power usage, you can set the time when the wireless signal will be deactivated. For example at night when there is no one using the wireless network. Wireless Schedule This button Enables or Disables the Wireless Schedule function. Enable / Disa- Click this button to set the times that the Wireless signal will turn Set Schedule...

  • Page 27: Wireless - Mac Filter

    Setup Wireless - MAC Filter This function allows you to allow or deny access to Wireless stations using their MAC Addresses. MAC Address Filter Allow access Use this feature to determine which Wireless stations can use by … the Access Point. The options are: ...

  • Page 28: Wireless - Mac Filter - Trusted Wireless Stations

    Setup Wireless - MAC Filter - Trusted Wireless Stations This feature can be used to prevent unknown Wireless stations from using the Access Point. This list has no effect unless the setting Allow access by trusted stations only is enabled. Data - Trusted Wireless Stations Trusted Wireless This lists any Wireless Stations which you have designated...
  • Page 29 Setup Use this to change an existing entry in the "Trusted Stations" Edit list: 1. Select the Station in the Trusted Station list. 2. Click the Edit button. The address will be copied to the 3. Edit the address (MAC or physical address) as required. 4.

  • Page 30: Wireless - Wifi Protected Setup (Wps)

    Setup Wireless - WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS feature is following the Wi-Fi Alliance WPS standard and it eases the set up of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks in the home and small office environment. It reduces the user steps required to configure a network and supports two me- thods that are familiar to most consumers to configure a network and enable security.
  • Page 31 Setup An alternative is to press the WPS button at the front of the router until the WLAN light starts flashing. This indicates that WPS is activated and ready to be paired with client device. The WPS will be in pairing mode (flashing) for 1 minute. Then press and hold the WPS button on your wireless client for 1 second.

  • Page 32: Wireless - Wireless Distribution System (Wds)

    For maximum compatibility, it is recommended that WDS be set up using only the same models, in this case, WBR-6011. Also note that the standard only supports WEP encryption. Wireless Distribution System Screen...
  • Page 33 Setup WDS Environment Below is an example of how a WDS operates. 1. AP1, AP2 and AP3 are configured to use the same Channel and Security settings. 2. Enter AP2 and AP3’s MAC addresses into AP1’s WDS MAC Address list. 3.

  • Page 34: Wireless Security

    Setup Wireless Security This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless - Op- tions screen. There are 4 options for Wireless security:  Disabled - no data encryption is used.  WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard. ...

  • Page 35: Wep Wireless Security

    Setup WEP Wireless Security Data - WEP Screen WEP Data Encryption Normally, this should be left at the default value of "Automatic". Authentication If changed to "Open System" or "Shared Key", ensure that your Type Wireless Stations use the same setting. Select the desired option, and ensure the Wireless Stations use WEP Data the same setting.
  • Page 36 Setup WPA-PSK Wireless Security Data - WPA-PSK Screen Security WPA-PSK System Like WEP, data is encrypted before transmission. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be used if possible. WPA-PSK is the version of WPA, which does NOT require a Radius Server on your LAN.
  • Page 37 Setup WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Data - WPA2-PSK Screen Authentication WPA2-PSK This is a further development of WPA-PSK, and offers even greater security. Enter the PSK (network key). Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key.
  • Page 38 Setup WPA / WPA2-802.1x Wireless Security Data – WPA / WPA2-802.1x Screen Enter the server address here. Server Address Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius Radius Port Server. Enter the shared key. Data is encrypted using a key derived Shared Key from the network key.

  • Page 39: Password Screen

    Setup Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Router. Enter the existing password in this field. Old Password New password Enter the new password here. Re-enter the new password here. Verify password You will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below.

  • Page 40: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration

    Wireless Router. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings. The Wireless Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is essential that the TCP/IP protocol be installed and configured on each PC. TCP/IP Settings - Overview If using the default Wireless Router settings, and the default Windows TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
  • Page 41 PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
  • Page 42 Specify an IP Address If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes. 1. The Default Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Wireless Router. To set this:  Click the Advanced button on the screen above.
  • Page 43 PC Configuration 2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows:  Click the DNS tab.  On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Ser- vice Search Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP. Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway Windows NT4.0 - DNS...

  • Page 44: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 45 Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.

  • Page 46: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Xp

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 4.
  • Page 47 Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
  • Page 48 PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connections. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection Status and choose Properties. Click Continue to the User Account Control dialog box, then you should see a screen like the following: Network Configuration (Windows Vista) 3.
  • Page 49 PC Configuration TCP/IP Properties (Windows Vista) 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN.
  • Page 50 5. Select the desired method to fit your environment. Accessing AOL To access AOL (America On Line) through the Wireless Router, the AOL for Win- dows software must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up connection. The configuration process is as follows: ...

  • Page 51: Macintosh Clients

    Before clicking "Sign On", always ensure that you are using the "Wireless Router" location. Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Router. The procedure is as follows. 1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. 2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu.

  • Page 52: Linux Clients

    PC Configuration Linux Clients To access the Internet via the Wireless Router, it is only necessary to set the Wireless Router as the "Gateway". Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any changes. Fixed IP Address By default, most Unix installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a fixed IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.

  • Page 53: Wireless Station Configuration

    PC Configuration Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless Router, each Wireless Station...
  • Page 54 4. The next step depends on whether or not Wireless security has been enabled on the Wireless Router. If Wireless Security is Disabled If Wireless security on the Wireless Router is disabled, Windows will warn you that the Wireless network is not secure. Insecure Wireless Network (Windows XP)
  • Page 55 If WEP data encryption has been enabled on the Wireless Router, Windows will detect this, and show a screen like the following. To connect:  Enter the WEP key, as set on the Wireless Router, in the Network Key field.  Re-enter the WEP key into the Confirm Network key field. ...
  • Page 56 PC Configuration Figure 34: Advanced - Wireless Networks Select the SSID for the Wireless Router, and click Configure, to see a screen like the following: Wireless Network Properties - WEP Configure this screen as follows:  Set Network Authentication to match the Wireless Router. (If the setting on the Wireless Router is "Auto", then either Open or Shared can be used.)
  • Page 57 Wireless Router. (Windows will determine if 64bit or 128bit encryp- tion is used.)  The Key index must match the default key index on the Wireless Router. The default value is 1.  Ensure the options The key is provided for me automatically and This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network are unchecked.
  • Page 58 Just click the Advanced button. Wireless Networks (Windows XP) You will then see a screen like the example below. Advanced - Wireless Networks Select the SSID for the Wireless Router, and click Configure, to see a screen like the following:...
  • Page 59  For Data Encryption, select TKIP.  For the Network key and Confirm network key, enter the network key (PSK) used on the Wireless Router.  Ensure the option This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network is un- checked. ...
  • Page 60 Click OK to establish a connection to the Wireless Router. If the SSID is not listed If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed on the screen below. Wireless Networks (Windows XP)
  • Page 61 2. Click the Add button. You will see a screen like the example below. 3. Configure this screen as follows:  Enter the correct SSID, as used on the Wireless Router. Remember the SSID is case-sensitive, so be sure to match the case, not just the spelling. ...
  • Page 62 PC Configuration  If using data encryption (WEP or WPA-PSK), enter the key used on the Wireless Router. See the preceding sections for details of WEP and WPA- PSK.  Uncheck the options The key is provided for me automatically and This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network.

  • Page 63: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    For Details of operation in Bridge (Modem) mode, see Chapter 8 - Modem Mode. Operation - Router Mode Once both the Wireless Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required.
  • Page 64 This shows the status of the DHCP Server function. The value will be "Enabled" or "Disabled". This shows the MAC Address for the Wireless Router, as seen on the LAN interface. Click this button to access the PC Database feature.
  • Page 65 Operation and Status System Device Name Firmware Version Current Time Buttons Connection Details Refresh Screen The current name of the Router. This name is also the "hostname" for users with an "@Home" type connection. The version of the current firmware installed. It displays the current time of the system.

  • Page 66: Connection Status - Pppoe

    Operation and Status Connection Status - PPPoE If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Data - PPPoE Screen Connection Time Connection to Server Negotiation Authentication IP Address Network Mask Buttons...

  • Page 67: Connection Status - Pptp

    Operation and Status Connection Status - PPTP If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following exam- ple will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Data - PPTP Status Screen Connection The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This IP Address address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).

  • Page 68: Connection Status - L2Tp

    Operation and Status Connection Status - L2TP If using L2TP, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Con- nection Details" button is clicked. Data - L2TP Screen L2TP Status The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This IP Address address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).

  • Page 69: Connection Details - Dynamic Ip Address

    Operation and Status Connection Details - Dynamic IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a Dynamic IP address, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Dynamic IP address Internet The current IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet...

  • Page 70: Connection Details - Fixed Ip Address

    Operation and Status Connection Details - Fixed IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a fixed IP address, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Connection Details - Fixed IP Address Data - Fixed IP address Screen Fixed IP Address IP Address...

  • Page 71: Chapter 6 Advanced Features

    Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided:  Internet:   URL filter  Access Control  Dynamic DNS  Options  Schedule ...

  • Page 72: Url Filter

    Advanced Features  If the DMZ feature is enabled, you must enter IP address of the PC to be used as the "DMZ PC". The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, mak- ing it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you should only enable the DMZ feature when required.
  • Page 73 Advanced Features Data - URL Filter Screen Current Filter Strings The list contains the current list of items to block. Current Filter Strings    To add to the current list, type the word or domain name you Add Filter want to block into the field provided, then click the Add button.

  • Page 74: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    2. After registration, use the Service provider's normal procedure to obtain your desired Domain name. 3. Enter your DDNS data on the Wireless Router's DDNS screen, and enable the DDNS feature. 4. The Wireless Router will then automatically ensure that your current IP Address is recorded at the DDNS service provider's Domain Name Server.
  • Page 75 Advanced Features DDNS Data Enter the domain name allocated to you by the DDNS Service. Host Name If you have more than one name, enter the name you wish to use. User Name Enter your Username for the DDNS Service. (TZO.com uses your E-mail address.) Enter your current password for the DDNS Service.

  • Page 76: Options

    255. Time to Live Options Screen If checked, the Wireless Router will respond to Ping (ICMP) packets received from the Internet. If not checked, Ping (ICMP) packets from the Internet will be ignored. Disabling this option provides a slight increase in security.

  • Page 77: Schedule

    Advanced Features Schedule This Schedule can be used for the Firewall Rules and the URL filter. Data - Schedule Screen Schedule Each day of the week can be scheduled independently. Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined. Session Session 1 2 can be left blank if not required.
  • Page 78 "Use this NTP Server" and enter Server the Server's IP address in the fields provided. If this setting is not enabled, the default NTP Servers are used. This displays the current time on the Wireless Router, at the Current Time time the page is loaded.

  • Page 79: Port Trigger

    If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port num- bers, you may find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the Wireless Router's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Port Trigger".
  • Page 80 Advanced Features  Outgoing Ports    Incoming Ports   Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you send data to the remote system or service. Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the application server, for data you send to it.

  • Page 81: Single Port Forwarding

    Advanced Features Single Port Forwarding This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because:  Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. ...
  • Page 82 Advanced Features Data - Single Port Forwarding Screen Single Port Forwarding Application Enter the desired application type. Traffic from the Internet using this port number will be sent to External Port the Server. This is normally the same as the Internal Port Number.

  • Page 83: Port Range Forwarding

    Advanced Features Port Range Forwarding This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: Data - Port Range Forwarding Screen Port Range Forwarding Enter the desired application type.

  • Page 84: Qos

    Advanced Features The QoS (Quality of Service) feature allows you specify priorities for different traffic. Lower priority traffic will be slowed down to allow greater throughput or less delay for high priority traffic. An example QoS screen is shown below. Data - QoS Screen QoS Setting To disable QoS (Quality of Service), keep the default setting,...
  • Page 85 Advanced Features Applications: Category  Summary The general Information of this Application or IP Address. Priority The Name of this Application or IP Address. Name The general Information of this Application or IP Address. Information Note: Rate Control and Priority methods cannot be used at the same time. ...

  • Page 86: Chapter 7 Advanced Administration

    Chapter 7 Advanced Administration This Chapter explains the settings available via the "Administration" section of the menu. Overview Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided to deal with non-standard situations, or to pro- vide additional options for advanced users.

  • Page 87: Pc Database

    "Obtain an IP Address automatically".  The Wireless Router uses the "Hardware Address" to identify each PC, not the name or IP address. The "Hardware Address" can only change if you change the PC's network card or adapter.
  • Page 88 Advanced Administration PC Database (Admin) This screen is displayed if the "Advanced " button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Data - PC Database (Admin) Screen This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) Known PCs type.
  • Page 89 DCHP Client - Reserved IP Address - Select this if the PC is set to be a DCHP client, and you wish to guarantee that the Wireless Router will always allocate the same IP Ad- dress to this PC. Enter the required IP address. Only the last field is required;...

  • Page 90: Config File

    You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Wireless Router, by uploading it to the Wireless Router. This screen also allows you to set the Wireless Router back to its factory default configuration. Any existing settings will be deleted.

  • Page 91: Logs

    Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the Wireless Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC. Use the E-Mail screen to configure this feature.
  • Page 92 Syslog Disable Broadcast on LAN Send to this Syslog Server The current time on the Wireless Router is displayed. Current log data is displayed in this panel. There are three (3) buttons  Refresh - Update the log data. ...

  • Page 93: E-Mail

    Advanced Administration E-Mail This screen allows you to E-mail Logs and Alerts. A sample screen is shown below. Data - E-Mail Screen E-Mail Notification Check this box to enable this feature. If enabled, the E-mail Turn E-mail address information (below) must be provided. Notification on Enter the E-mail address the Log is to be sent to.
  • Page 94 Server. E-mail Alerts Send E-mail You can choose to have alerts E-mailed to you, by checking the desired checkboxes. The Wireless Router can send an imme- alerts imme- diate alert when it detects a significant security incident such as diately ...

  • Page 95: Diagnostics

    Advanced Administration Diagnostics This screen allows you to perform a "Ping" or a "DNS lookup". These activities can be useful in solving network problems. An example Network Diagnostics screen is shown below. Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Enter the IP address you wish to ping. The IP address can be IP Address on your LAN, or on the Internet.

  • Page 96: Remote Administration

    Advanced Administration Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Router via the Internet. Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To Enable Remote connect, see below). Management If Disabled, this device will ignore Administration connection attempts from the Internet.
  • Page 97 2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless Router. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the IP Address, enter ":" followed by the port number.) e.g.

  • Page 98: Routing

    If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely.  If the Wireless Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Routers. ...
  • Page 99 Advanced Administration Data - Routing Screen Select the desired RIP Direction. RIP Direction Choose the RIP Version for the Server. RIP Version Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Static Routing Table Entries   Buttons Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in the "Properties"...

  • Page 100: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    Metric Other Routers on the Local LAN Other routers on the local LAN must use the Wireless Router's Local Router as the Default Route. The entries will be the same as the Wireless Router's local router, with the exception of the Gateway IP Address.
  • Page 101 Advanced Administration For the Wireless Router's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Wireless Rou- ter requires 2 entries as follows. Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Address Network Mask Gateway IP Address...

  • Page 102: Upgrade Firmware

    Advanced Administration Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file (http://www.level1.com), then select Up- grade Firmware on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following.

  • Page 103: Chapter 8 Access Point Mode

    Chapter 8 Access Point Mode This Chapter explains configuration and operation when in "Access Point". Overview There are two modes available on the Access Point screen.  Router - In this mode, this device can provide shared Internet Access to all your LAN users.

  • Page 104: Mode Screen

    Access Point Mode Mode Screen Data - Mode Screen This field displays the current name of this device. Device Name Select the desired device mode for the router: Device Mode  Router - In this mode, this device can provide shared Internet Access to all your LAN users.
  • Page 105 Access Point Mode...

  • Page 106: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the sug- gested steps and the Wireless Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.

  • Page 107: Wireless Access

    Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Router. Solution 2: The Wireless Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not transparent. For incoming connections, you must use the Virtual Server or Firewall Rules to specify the PC which will receive the incoming traffic.
  • Page 108 Appendix A - Troubleshooting Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations. This will mean high access speed is only possi- ble when close to the Wireless Router.

  • Page 109: Appendix B About Wireless Lans

    Appendix B About Wireless LANs This Appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes:  Ad-hoc  Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an Access Point or a wired (Ethernet) LAN. Wireless Stations (e.g.

  • Page 110: Channels

    Appendix B - About Wireless LANs Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.  Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance.

  • Page 111: Wpa2-Psk

    Appendix B - About Wireless LANs WPA2-PSK This is a later version of WPA (WPA-PSK). The major change is the use of AES (Advanced Encryption System) for protecting data. AES is very secure, considered to be unbreakable. The PSK (Pre-shared Key) must be entered on each Wireless station.
  • Page 112  If Wireless security remains disabled on the Wireless Rou- ter, all stations must have wireless security disabled.  If Wireless security is enabled on the Wireless Router, each station must use the same settings as the Wireless ADLS Router.

  • Page 113: Appendix C Specifications

    WPS button support Antenna power 1.8dBi Antenna type External, Removable RP-SMA WBR-6011 - N_Max Wireless Router 125mm(W) * 109mm(D) * 30mm(H) 0 C to 40 C -20 C to 70 C TCP/IP 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection 1 * RJ-45 for ADSL/Broadband Modem 12 V DC / 1.0A External...

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