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- Page 1 CONCEPTRONIC C300GBRS4 Version 1.0 802.11n Wireless Gigabit Broadband Router User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Wireless LAN Performance and Environment ............10 WAN Connection..................11 LAN / Wireless LAN Connection ................11 Computer Configuration ...................12 Configure your IP address ................12 Checking your connection with the C300GBRS4 .............14 Configuring Router Settings ................15 HOME - WIZARD ...................17 HOME - WIRELESS..................23 WEP Encryption ..................24 WPA Encryption ..................24... - Page 3 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Advanced .....................43 ADVANCED – VIRTUAL SERVER ................43 ADVANCED - APPLICATIONS ................45 ADVANCED - FIREWALL ..................46 ADVANCED - DMZ ..................47 ADVANCED – IP FILTERS..................48 ADVANCED – MAC FILTERS................49 ADVANCED – URL BLOCKING ................50 ADVANCED – DOMAIN BLOCKING................51 ADVANCED - PERFORMANCE ................52...
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Page 4: About This Manual
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual About This Manual This manual provides descriptions of the Conceptronic C300GBRS4 802.11n Wireless Gigabit Broadband Router, its hardware and software features, and how to set up and use the device on your small office or home network. -
Page 5: Requirements For Installation
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Requirements for Installation To install and use the Wireless Broadband Router you need a computer equipped with an Ethernet port (such as an Ethernet NIC) and a web browser. WLAN Ethernet Adapter Any computer that uses the Wireless Broadband Router must be able to connect to it through the Wireless Ethernet (WLAN) on the Wireless Broadband Router. -
Page 6: Packing List
Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. Make sure that you have the items listed here. • One Conceptronic C300GBRS4 - 802.11n Wireless Gigabit Broadband Router • Three Antennas for C300GBRS4 • One CD-ROM containing this User’s Guide •... -
Page 7: Radio Transmission
SSID after a negotiation process takes place. The Conceptronic C300GBRS4 broadcasts its SSID so that any wireless station in range can learn the SSID and ask permission to associate with it. Many wireless adapters are able to survey or scan the wireless environment for access points. -
Page 8: Front Panel Led Display
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Front Panel LED Display Place the Router in a location where the LED indicators on the front panel can be viewed. The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, WAN, WLAN and WPS indicators. -
Page 9: Rear Panel Cable Connections
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Rear Panel Cable Connections Connect the power adapter cord and network cables on the rear panel. The power switch and reset button are also located on the back of the device. Connect the antennas to the antenna posts. -
Page 10: Hardware Installation
Connect the bundled power supply to the power connection on the back of the C300GBRS4 and to a free wall power outlet. The Power LED of the C300GBRS4 will turn on. Wireless LAN Performance and Environment Many environmental factors can affect the effective wireless function of the Wireless Broadband Router. -
Page 11: Wan Connection
LAN / Wireless LAN Connection For LAN Cable Users: Connect the LAN Cable to 1 of the 4 LAN ports on the back panel of the C300GBRS4 and to the Network Card in your computer. The LAN LED of the used LAN port will turn on, indicating that the computer is connected. -
Page 12: Computer Configuration
Computer Configuration Configure your IP address The C300GBRS4 is equipped with a build-in DHCP Server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to a connected computer if the connected computer is set to Obtain an IP address automatically. - Page 13 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual C. Right click your Local Area Connection (Wired or Wireless, depending on the connection you use) and select Properties. The Properties window of your Local Area Connection will appear. D. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
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Page 14: Checking Your Connection With The C300Gbrs4
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Checking your connection with the C300GBRS4 With the Command prompt of Windows you can verify if you have received a correct IP address on your Local Area Connection: A. Click Start Run. B. Enter the command “cmd” and click OK. -
Page 15: Configuring Router Settings
The following sections describe how to configure the router through the Web based configuration. The configuration of your C300GBRS4 is web based. You will need a web browser for the configuration of the device. - Page 16 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Device Settings Overview...
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Page 17: Home - Wizard
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual HOME - WIZARD You can setup the C300GBRS4 through the build-in Wizard. This Wizard will help you configuring the basic settings of the C300GBRS4 step by step. To use the Setup Wizard, click the Run Wizard button. - Page 18 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual C. For system management purpose, a correct time setting is critical to have accurate time stamps on the system logs. Set an appropriate Time Zone in this step. When completed, click Next. D. Select the Internet Connection method which corresponds with your provider settings.
- Page 19 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual F. When your provider requires a Dynamic IP Connection – Dynamic IP connection, select the Dynamic IP option. Some providers require a specific Hostname for their connections. If your provider requires a specific Hostname, enter the Host Name in the field.
- Page 20 To prevent unauthorized access to your network, set a security level through the Setup Wizard. If you want to use the WPS feature of the C300GBRS4, you can skip the wireless configuration and continue the Setup Wizard without encryption. To setup your WPS security, please proceed to the section ‘HOME –...
- Page 21 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual K. Select a security level for your Wireless Network. When a security level is chosen, the Wizard will show fields for the required information. L. If you want to secure your network with Security – WEP Encryption WEP encryption, select WEP from the drop-down list.
- Page 22 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual P. The Setup Wizard is now complete. If you want to apply your settings, click Save & Take Effect. If you want to change any setting, click Back to return to the previous screen. If you want to close the Setup Wizard without any changes, click Exit.
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Page 23: Home - Wireless
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual HOME - WIRELESS To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the windows used to configure Wireless, WAN, LAN, and DHCP settings directly from the Setup directory. To access the Wireless Settings window, click the Wireless button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager. -
Page 24: Wep Encryption
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual WEP Encryption WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol) encryption can be enabled for security and privacy. WEP encrypts the data portion of each frame transmitted from the wireless adapter using one of the predefined keys. The router offers 64- or 128-bit encryption with four keys available. -
Page 25: Wpa/Wpa2 Encryption With Radius Server
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual WPA/WPA2 Encryption with Radius Server Wireless Settings window for WPA and WPA2 1. Select the type of WPA encryption for your Radius Server, WPA or WPA2. 2. Select the desired Cipher Type, TKIP, or AES. 3. Enter the RADIUS Server IP address and the RADIUS Port for your Radius Server. -
Page 26: Wps Security
Note: To use WPS with the C300GBRS4, you need to have Wireless Clients which supports WPS. If you have 1 or more Wireless Clients without WPS support, it is advised to secure your network manually using the Setup Wizard. - Page 27 [Wireless Client Software] [C300GBRS4 WPS Wizard] C. Enter the Pin Code given by your Wireless Client in the WPS Wizard of the C300GBRS4 and click Connect. The C300GBRS4 will activate WPA security on your wireless network and accepts the wireless...
- Page 28 LED will turn off. Click Continue to return to the Wireless Configuration page. Your Wireless Client is now connected to the C300GBRS4 and your network is secured with WPA Encryption. If you want to add more Wireless Clients with the WPS feature, repeat step A to C.
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Page 29: Home - Wan
• When you select the Bridge Mode function, the C300GBRS4 will disable all router functions and will work as a 5 ports switch with access point. This can be useful if you want to use the C300BSRS4 just as a switch and access point, instead of all the router functions. -
Page 30: Static Ip Address
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Static IP Address When the Router is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway IP Address used for the WAN connection. Follow the instruction below to configure the Router to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection. - Page 31 System button in the left menu. In the System Management window, click the Save button under Save Device Settings to Your Local Hard Drive and then click the Reboot button to reboot the C300GBRS4. 7. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will automatically establish the WAN connection.
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Page 32: Dynamic Ip Address
System button in the left menu. In the System Management window, click the Save button under Save Device Settings to Your Local Hard Drive and then click the Reboot button to reboot the C300GBRS4. 8. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will... - Page 33 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Additional settings for Dynamic IP Address connections: Dynamic IP Parameters Description Host Name This is the name that point to the dynamic IP. You may leave the field as it is unless it is required by your ISP.
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Page 34: Pppoe
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual PPPoE Follow the instructions below to configure the Router to use a PPPoE for the Internet connection. Make sure you have all the necessary information before you configure the WAN connection. WAN Settings window for PPPoE To set up a PPPoE connection: 1. - Page 35 System button in the left menu. In the System Management window, click the Save button under Save Device Settings to Your Local Hard Drive and then click the Reboot button to reboot the C300GBRS4. 9. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will automatically establish the WAN connection.
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Page 36: Pptp
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual PPTP The Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is used to transfer information securely between VPNs (Virtual Private Routers). Encryption methods are employed in the transfer of information between you and your ISP using a key encryption. This option is specific for European users whose ISPs support the PPTP protocol for the uplink connection. -
Page 37: L2Tp
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Maximum Idle Time A value of 0 means that the PPP connection will remain connected. If your network account is billed according to the amount of time the Router is actually connected to the Internet, enter an appropriate Idle Time value (in minutes). This will disconnect the Router after the WAN connection has been idle for the amount of time specified. - Page 38 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual WAN Settings window for Others (L2TP) L2TP Parameters Description IP Address Enter the IP address for your Router based on the information provided to you by your ISP. Subnet Mask Enter the Subnet Mask for your Router based on the information provided to you by your ISP.
- Page 39 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual The Maximum Transmission Unit size may be changed if you want to optimize efficiency for uploading data through the WAN interface. The default setting (1400 bytes) should be suitable for most users. Some user may want to adjust the setting to optimize performance for wireless traffic or when low latency is desired (such as with Internet gaming).
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Page 40: Home - Lan
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual HOME - LAN You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP. In order to use the Router for DHCP on your LAN, the IP address pool used for DHCP must be compatible with the IP address of the Router. -
Page 41: Home - Dhcp
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual HOME - DHCP The DHCP server is enabled by default for the Router’s Ethernet LAN interface. DHCP service will supply IP settings to workstations configured to automatically obtain IP settings that are connected to the Router though the Ethernet port. When the Router is used for DHCP it becomes the default gateway for DHCP client connected to it. -
Page 42: Use The Router For Dhcp
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Use the Router for DHCP To use the built-in DHCP server, click the Enabled radio button under the DHCP Server option if it is not already selected. The IP Address Pool settings can be adjusted. The Start IP address is the lowest available IP address. -
Page 43: Advanced
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Advanced The Advanced menu contains main windows for Virtual Server, Special Applications, Firewall Rules, DMZ, IP Filters, MAC Filters, URL Blocking, Domain Blocking, Wireless Performance, and Dynamic DNS. ADVANCED – VIRTUAL SERVER Use this window to set up forwarding rules applied to inbound (WAN-to-LAN) traffic. The Virtual Server function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail. - Page 44 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Virtual Server window 1. Click the Enabled radio button under Virtual Server. 2. Enter a name for your Virtual Server Rule in the Name field. 3. Enter the IP Address of your computer/server which needs the Virtual Server rule.
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Page 45: Advanced - Applications
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED - APPLICATIONS Use this window to run special applications that require multiple connections. To use the Special Applications feature, enter the requested information for your application and click the Apply button. Special Application window To configure a new application triggered port forwarding rule, follow these steps: 1. -
Page 46: Advanced - Firewall
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED - FIREWALL This window allows the user to allow or deny traffic from passing through the Wireless Broadband Router. Once you have completed your Firewall settings, click Apply to save your changes. Firewall Rules window Configure the filter rules as desired and click the Apply button to create the rule. -
Page 47: Advanced - Dmz
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED - DMZ Since some applications are not compatible with NAT, the Router supports use of a DMZ IP address for a single host on the LAN. This IP address is not protected by NAT and will therefore be visible to agents on the Internet with the right type of software. -
Page 48: Advanced - Ip Filters
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED – IP FILTERS This window allows the user to allow or deny LAN IP addresses access to the Internet. Rules are based on IP address and TCP/UDP port. Configure the filter rules as desired and click the Apply button to create the rule. -
Page 49: Advanced - Mac Filters
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED – MAC FILTERS MAC filters are used to block or allow various types of packets through the WAN interface. This may be done for security or to improve network efficiency. The rules are configured for individual devices based on MAC address. -
Page 50: Advanced - Url Blocking
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED – URL BLOCKING URL blocks are used to block or allow access to specific websites. Enter the URLs in the URL Keyword field and click the Apply button to add the Website to be blocked. -
Page 51: Advanced - Domain Blocking
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED – DOMAIN BLOCKING Domain blocks are used to block or allow access to specific domains. Enter a domain in either the Blocked Domains field or the Permitted Domains and click the Apply button to either add or subtract the domain to be blocked. -
Page 52: Advanced - Performance
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED - PERFORMANCE This window allows the user to change wireless performance features pertaining to the Access Point portion of the Wireless Broadband Router. Click Apply to save your changes. Wireless Performance window Option Description Beacon Interval Beacons are packets sent by an access point to synchronize a network. -
Page 53: Advanced - Ddns
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual ADVANCED - DDNS The Router supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service). The Dynamic DNS service allows a dynamic public IP address to be associated with a static host name in any of the many domains, allowing access to a specified host from various locations on the Internet. This is enabled to allow remote access to a host by clicking a hyperlinked URL in the form hostname.dyndns.org, Many ISPs assign public IP addresses using DHCP, and this can make it... -
Page 54: Tools
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Tools TOOLS - ADMIN If you click on Tools menu and then Admin, the following page will open. Administrator Settings window Enter your new password in the New Password field and then type it again in the Confirm New Password field. -
Page 55: Tools - Time
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual TOOLS - TIME The Router provides a number of options to maintain current date and time including SNTP. Time window To configure system time on the Router, select the method used to maintain time. The options available include Automatic (Simple Network Time Protocol), Your computer’s clock or Manual (Enter your own settings) by default. -
Page 56: Tools - System
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual TOOLS - SYSTEM Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the System button in the Tools directory to display the System Settings window. -
Page 57: Tools - Firmware
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual TOOLS - FIRMWARE Use this window to load the latest firmware for the device. Note that the device configuration settings may return to the factory default settings, so make sure you save the configuration settings with the System Settings window described above. -
Page 58: Tools - Misc
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual TOOLS - MISC To perform a standard Ping test for network connectivity as well as a number of miscellaneous network tasks, click the Misc. button in the Tools menu to view the Miscellaneous Configuration window. Miscellaneous window Ping Test The Ping test functions on the WAN and LAN interfaces. -
Page 59: Tools - Wake On Lan
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual VPN Pass-Through This feature allows VPN connections to pass through the Router. It is enabled by default. TOOLS – WAKE ON LAN To wake LAN Clients in your network, you can use the Wake On LAN page in the router configuration. -
Page 60: Status
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Status Use this window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN, WAN, and wireless interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address. STATUS - LOG The system log displays chronological event log data. Use the navigation buttons to view or scroll log pages. -
Page 61: Status - Statistics
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual STATUS - STATISTICS Use this window to monitor traffic on the WAN, LAN, and Wireless connections. Traffic Statistics window Click Refresh to view traffic information. Click Reset to reset the traffic information. -
Page 62: Technical Specifications
Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual Technical Specifications Standards Antenna Type • IEEE 802.11b/g • 3x Dipole antenna with 2dBi gain • IEEE 802.11n Draft 2.0 Operating Voltage • 5VDC, 3A • IEEE 802.3 Radio and Modulation Type • IEEE 802.3u For 802.11n: Device Management •... - Page 63 Availability of source code Conceptronic. has exposed the full source code of the GPL licensed software, including any scripts to control compilation and installation of the object code. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. For more information on how you...
- Page 64 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
- Page 65 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION 0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License.
- Page 66 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
- Page 67 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual 4. You may not copy, modify, sublicense, or distribute the Program except as expressly provided under this License. Any attempt otherwise to copy, modify, sublicense or distribute the Program is void, and will automatically terminate your rights under this License.
- Page 68 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual 9. The Free Software Foundation may publish revised and/or new versions of the General Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns.
- Page 69 Conceptronic C300GBRS4 User Manual How to Apply These Terms to Your New Programs If you develop a new program, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use to the public, the best way to achieve this is to make it free software which everyone can redistribute and change under these terms.
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