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- Page 1 P R E L I M I N A R Y 0\ 1HW 1 8VHU 0DQXDO...
- Page 2 Service and Support ® Should you encounter a problem, please give us an opportunity to address it before returning this product. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail http://support.wdc.com support service at . If the answer is not available or, if you prefer, please contact WD at the best telephone number shown below.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents ® Service and Support ....... . 2 Accessing Online Support 2 Contacting WD Technical Support 2 Important User Information . - Page 4 Advanced Settings ......23 Typical Advanced Screen....... . 24 WAN (Internet) Settings .
- Page 5 Installing and Using WD Print Share ... . 49 Installing WD Print Share (Windows PC) ..... 49 Using WD Print Share .
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Page 6: Important User Information
IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated into this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. „... -
Page 7: Wd ® Service And Support
IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your new WD product. You can find this information on the label on the bottom of the device. You should also note the date of purchase. -
Page 8: Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Overview Thank you for purchasing a My Net™ router. This user manual provides step-by-step instructions for installing and using your new router. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.wdc.com. My Net N600 and the My Net N750 dual band routers look similar, have the same user interface, and work the same way, but differ in the following: Characteristic My Net N600... -
Page 9: Package Contents
PRODUCT OVERVIEW WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) security – Use the one-touch WPS button on your router to establish a secure connection between the My Net router and other WPS-enabled Wi-Fi devices such as printers and computers. Advanced settings – Users who want to customize and have control over their router can use the Advanced Settings module on the My Dashboard user interface. -
Page 10: Accessories
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Accessories For U.S. residents, visit www.shopwd.com to view additional accessories available for your .com. My Net router. For users outside the U.S., visit http://support.wdc AC Power Adapters The AC power adapter varies, depending on your location. Some locations do not require a power plug clip. -
Page 11: Back Views
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front LED indicators Description Power Steady when a successful connection exists; flashes slowly during bootup, firmware upgrades, and system self-tests. Wireless Lit when wireless connection is active. Internet Lit when Internet connection is active. Wi-Fi Protected When connecting the router and a wireless device (e.g., a printer) that Setup (WPS) you want to add to the network, the LED indicates the status of WPS:... - Page 12 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Back view: My Net N750 router Activity LED (Yellow) Link LED (Green) Power button Ethernet ports USB 2.0 ports Internet port Power port Components Component Description On/Off switch Press to start the router. Press again to turn it off. Power port Use the included AC power adapter to connect this port to the power source.
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Page 13: Bottom (Not Shown)
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Bottom (not shown) Component Description Reset button To reset your My Net router to factory defaults, press and hold the reset button with pointed object for at least 10 seconds. When the reset finishes, the Power LED blinks. Requirements/Technical Specifications My Net N600 My Net N750... -
Page 14: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Getting Started This chapter contains the following topics: Using a Windows PC with Easy Setup Using a Mac Computer My Dashboard Opening the Dashboard Using a Windows PC with Easy Setup Use the Easy Setup application on the product CD to quickly and easily discover and install the router on the network, set up wireless. -
Page 15: Choosing A Setup Option
GETTING STARTED Choosing a Setup Option NEED NEW Use this screen to set up a new router and install other WD software. SCREEN Setting Up a New Router (PC) The Easy Setup wizard shows how to install the router in your home network, checks your connections, and prompts you to set up security. -
Page 16: Installing Additional Wd Software
GETTING STARTED Installing Additional WD Software Use Easy Setup to install additional WD software. The software applications available depend on the My Net Router model. Unavailable applications are grayed out. 1. Start Easy Setup as described in “Using a Windows PC with Easy Setup” on page 9. Skip and go to software 2. -
Page 17: Accessing My Dashboard
GETTING STARTED 2. Connect one end of the included yellow Internet (Ethernet) cable to the router’s Internet port and the other end to the modem. Note: One Ethernet (network) cable is included in the product package. You can purchase additional cables from the WD Store or another source. 3. -
Page 18: My Dashboard
GETTING STARTED My Dashboard The My Dashboard home page is a simple snapshot of the router configuration with the most essential information in one screen. It includes summary information for wireless settings, Internet status, guest network, parental control, and attached hard drive(s). Dashboard Icons NEED ICONS WITHOUT BLACK BACKGROUND The icons at the top of the screen open modules and wizards for performing important... -
Page 19: Opening The Dashboard
GETTING STARTED Icon Name Actions See ... Advanced Configure advanced settings for “Advanced Settings” on Settings Internet connections, wireless page 23 connections, storage, devices, system administration, security, and the LAN. Alert Click to display recent alerts about new firmware and network issues and shortcuts to important settings such as guest wireless access. -
Page 20: Basic Settings And Tasks
BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS Basic Settings and Tasks This chapter contains the following topics: Reviewing Current Settings Connecting to the Internet Configuring Wireless Settings Setting Up External Storage Adding a Device Reviewing Current Settings 1. Review the following settings on the My Dashboard home page. If you used Easy Setup, you may have changed the settings from the defaults already. -
Page 21: Connecting To The Internet
BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS Setting Description Media Network SSID (5 GHz) Identifier of the 5 GHz network. This network is generally used for media and smart devices because it minimizes interference that might interrupt media streaming. Media Pass Key Password for the 5 GHz network Network SSID (2.4 GHz) Unique identifier of the 2.4 GHz network. -
Page 22: Configuring Wireless Settings
BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS Next 2. Click . A screen displays the status of the connections: from the computer to the router and from the router to the Internet. GET NEW DIAGRAM 3. When a connection succeeds, a check mark displays above it. Next a. - Page 23 BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS To configure basic wireless settings: Set Up Wireless 1. Click the icon at the top of the page. The Set Up Wireless screen displays. 2. View or modify the required wireless settings for the Wireless 2.4 GHz and Wireless 5 GHz bands: Note: You can change some settings on this screen.
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Page 24: Setting Up External Storage
BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS Setting Up External Storage You can modify storage settings such as network shares for storage device(s) attached to the router. 1. If you are setting up an attached storage device, make sure it is properly connected to the router’s USB port. - Page 25 BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS Next 4. Click to display Step 3 of the wizard. 5. In the table, select the check box for the Share function of the storage.???DOES THIS MAKE SENSE? 6. Create or change your user account by entering your user name and password for accessing the share.
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Page 26: Adding A Device
BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS Adding a Device To connect a WPS-enabled wireless device, push the WPS button on the front of the router or enter a PIN on the device’s Wi-Fi connection page. If the device is not capable of WPS, you can still connect to the router using a network name and password. - Page 27 BASIC SETTINGS AND TASKS To connect a device that is not WPS enabled: Click here to connect by entering 1. On the Add a Device screen, click the network name and password link. 2. Using the values shown on the screen, enter the following into your wireless device’s Wi-Fi connection screen as prompted: „...
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Page 28: Advanced Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS Advanced Settings Advanced Settings icon leads you to additional screens and icons for entering detailed settings for the basic functions discussed in the previous chapter and more. Note: Another way to access Advanced Settings screens is to click the arrow to the right of the setting on the basic screen. -
Page 29: Typical Advanced Screen
ADVANCED SETTINGS Typical Advanced Screen Advanced icons Close button Tabs advanced settings icon navigates to a set of screens related to a particular sotware function, for example advanced wireless settings and security settings. The screens in the set are listed on the left of the screen and referred to as tabs. When you click a tab, it becomes an arrow and the screen displays. -
Page 30: Wan (Internet) Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS WAN (Internet) Settings Screens Internet Status – View current Internet connection details. Allows you to renew or release DHCP IP Address. Internet Setup – Configure your Internet connection type. IPv6 Status – View all Internet and network connection details related to the IPv6 Internet protocol. -
Page 31: Screens 25 Glossary
ADVANCED SETTINGS Glossary Setting Description Connection to Indicates whether the router is connected to broadband (high Broadband speed Internet) service. Connection Type Can be Static or Dynamic IP (DHCP), PPPoE (Username / Password), and PPTP (Username / Password). Connection Up Time Days, hours, minutes, and seconds the connection has been steady. -
Page 32: Advanced Wireless Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS Setting Description Primary DNS Server The primary DNS Server address is configured and maintained by your ISP. Check with your ISP for this information. Secondary DNS Server The secondary DNS Server address is configured and maintained by your ISP. Check with your ISP for this information. -
Page 33: Screens 27 Glossary
ADVANCED SETTINGS Glossary Setting Description Channel Accept the default (Auto) or select a channel from the drop- down list. Channel Width The default setting is 20/40 MHz (Auto), which is recommended unless you are having connectivity issues. The other option is 20 MHz. Guess Access Security Options include WPA Personal, WPA2 Personal, WPA/WPA2 Personal, and None. -
Page 34: Lan Settingsneed New Screen Shot
ADVANCED SETTINGS LAN Settings NEED NEW SCREEN SHOT Screens Host and Lan Settings – View and change host name, IP address, and LAN IP address, and enable DNS (Domain Name System) relay. DHCP Server Settings – Enable or disable DHCP server, which provides the IP address to the LAN-side computers dynamically, when your router is working in router mode Device and Client Tables View the DHCP client table of wired and wireless devices. -
Page 35: Storage Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS Setting Description IP Address IP address settings of the LAN. LAN IP address IP address of the router on the network (when router is in router mode). Local Domain Name You can append a local domain name to your (THE ROUTER’S?) client’s (clients’?) to avoid entering the complete... -
Page 36: Security Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS Security Settings MY NET ROUTERS USER MANUAL... -
Page 37: Screens
ADVANCED SETTINGS Screens Firewall – Set up a firewall for this router to block specific incoming or outgoing traffic by the IP address and/or ports. DMZ – Set up a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) to allow computers behind the router firewall to be accessible to Internet traffic. -
Page 38: Screens 32 Glossary
ADVANCED SETTINGS Glossary Setting Description Action Set to Allow or Deny traffic matching the IP address and/or ports configured. Active Status of MAC filtering. Computer Name Name assigned to the computer for easier identification. Select the computer name to set it for DMZ access. Destination Destination IP Address on the local network (LAN) or Internet (WAN). -
Page 39: Additional Features Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS NEED NEW SCREEN SHOT Additional Features Settings Screens Port Forwarding – Open multiple ports or a range of ports in your router and redirect data through those ports to a single computer on your network. Applies only to an Internet session. -
Page 40: Screens 34 Glossary
ADVANCED SETTINGS Glossary Setting Description Port Forwarding Rules Application Name From the drop-down list, select the application whose data you want to forward to the client on your local network. Computer Name IP address of the device on your local network the rule will apply Enabled Select to enable the port forwarding rule. - Page 41 ADVANCED SETTINGS Setting Description QoS (Quality of Service) Enable or disable the QoS (Quality of Service) application to Settings prioritize different client applications/traffic types over the Internet. QoS is the standard defining quality of service in Wi-Fi networks. QoS Setup Uplink Speed The uplink speed (in Kbps) at which data can be transferred from the router to your ISP.
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Page 42: Administrative Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS Administrative Settings Screens Administrator – The admin account manages the router interface and can enable remote access. The admin has read/write access and can create passwords. The default password To keep your router secure, it is a best practice to create a new one. See password “Changing the Administrator's Password”... -
Page 43: Screens 37 38 Glossary
ADVANCED SETTINGS Glossary Setting Description Admin Password Configure a password for the “admin” account. Original Password Enter in your existing password to change your password. The default is password. New Password/Verify New Type the same password in each. Password Administration HTTPS Server Click to enable or disable Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS), a combination of Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) - Page 44 ADVANCED SETTINGS Setting Description Firmware Upgrade from a Click Choose a File and browse to the latest firmware file. File: Select a File to Upgrade If you locate firmware that is more recent than your current firmware, select the file and save it. Click Upload to upgrade the router firmware.
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Page 45: Performing Advanced Tasks
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS Performing Advanced Tasks This chapter describes the most important tasks the administrator performs in setting up and maintaining the My Net router. It includes the following topics: Enabling Guest Access Setting Up Parental Controls Changing the Administrator's Password Upgrading the Router’s Firmware Restoring the Router to Factory Defaults Rebooting the Router... -
Page 46: Setting Up Parental Controls
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS 3. For the wireless 2.4 GHz and/or 5 GHz band, toggle the On/Off button to turn access 4. Specify the following: Setting Description Guest Network SSID Accept the default value or enter another name for the wireless 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless bands have the bands. -
Page 47: Managing Parental Controls
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS 2. Click the Parental Controls tab. 3. Toggle the Enabled parental control button to ON. 4. For Device location, select the location of the router or the wireless/wired device? 5. Click Apply. The screen expands to enable you to register the router and devices using the router. - Page 48 PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS Maximum – Protects against social networks, video, etc. Includes all lower level blocks High – Protects against dating and all adult-related contents. Includes all lower level blocks Medium – Protects against gambling, alcohol, and tobacco. Includes all lower level blocks Moderate –...
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Page 49: Changing The Administrator's Password
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS Changing the Administrator's Password It is a good practice to change the administrator’s user name and password for accessing and managing the router. To change the admin’s password: 1. Click the Advanced icon and then the Administrator icon to display the Admin / Administrator screen. -
Page 50: Restoring The Router To Factory Defaults
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS NEED BETTER GRAPHIC To check for the latest firmware version: 1. Click Check Now. The router searches the WD website for a new firmware file. 2. If a new file exists, the latest firmware version and an Update Now button appear. 3. -
Page 51: Rebooting The Router
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS To reset the router manually:NEED GRAPHIC? Using a sharp object, push the reset button for at least 10 seconds. When the reset finishes, the Power LED blinks. Rebooting the Router You can reboot the router using two methods. If you are physically close to it, just push the On/Off button on the router. -
Page 52: Configuring Upnp
PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS 7. Set the DHCP Lease Time (hours) and click Save. 8. Connect all the client devices. 9. Click the Device and Client Table tab.NEED SCREEN SHOT The DHCP Client Table populates (OR IS POPULATED BY?) all the client (wired/wireless) devices and displays the number of devices connected along with IP address and MAC address of each device. - Page 53 PERFORMING ADVANCED TASKS 2. Click the Port Forwarding tab. NEED BETTER GRAPHIC 3. Enter the following for each port forwarding rule you create: Setting Description Enabled Selecting the check box enables the port forwarding rule. IP Address IP address of the device on your local network. This field can be populated by selecting a Computer Name from the drop down list.
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Page 54: Installing And Using Wd Print Share
INSTALLING AND USING WD PRINT SHARE Installing and Using WD Print Share 1 3 4 4 5 7 DEREK Your My Net router can share a printer, a multi-function printer, or a scanner with computers on your network. Just connect the printer/scanner to an available USB port on the router, install the printer/scanner manufacturer’s software, and then install WD Print Share software on each computer that will share the printer/scanner. -
Page 55: Using The Connect Button
INSTALLING AND USING WD PRINT SHARE Using the Connect Button Connected mode is for both printing and scanning. Selecting the printer or scanner and clicking Connect manually connects the device to your computer for the timeout duration you have set in Tool > Set Timeout in the menu. Using the Connect Button With a Scanner 1. -
Page 56: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting OTHER TOPICS: Internet LED does not illuminate? Internet connection failed? SETH ASKING ALPHA ABOUT HARDWARE Problem Solution The power LED does not illuminate. 1. Ensure that the power cord is correctly connected to the switch. 2. Ensure that the electrical outlet is working properly. Plug a different electronic device into the outlet and try to power it on. -
Page 57: Regulatory And Warranty Information
REGULATORY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Regulatory and Warranty Information This chapter contains the following topics: Regulatory Compliance Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand) Warranty Information (Australia/New Zealand only) Environmental Compliance (China) Regulatory Compliance Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 58: Industry Canada (Ic)
REGULATORY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CAUTION: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: The country code selection is for non-US models only and is not available for all US models. -
Page 59: Ce Compliance For Europe
(council directives) for EU, inkludert EMC-direktiv (2004/108/EF), (1999/5/EF), Lavspenningsdirektiv (2006/95/EF) og EuP-direktiv (2005/32/EF). En "Samsvarserklæring" i henhold til gjeldende direktiver har blitt opprettet og er i Western Digital Europas arkiver. CE-merkintä osoittaa tämän järjestelmän yhdenmukaisuuden sovellettavissa olevien Euroopan yhteisön neuvoston direktiivien kanssa, mukaan lukien EMC-direktiivi (2004/108/EC), (1999/5/EC), alijännitedirektiivi (2006/95/EC) sekä... -
Page 60: Environmental Compliance (China)
REGULATORY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION (2005/32/EC). "Noudattamisjulistus" on jätetty asiaankuuluvien direktiivien mukaisesti, ja se on tallessa Western Digital Europessa. Mærkning med CE-symbolet angiver at systemet overholder Europaparlamentets og Rådets direktiver, herunder EMC-direktiverne (elektromagnetisk kompatibilitet) (2004/108/EC), (1999/ 5/EC) og lavspændingsdirektivet (2006/95/EC) og EuP-direktivet 2005/32/EC. En “Declaration of Conformity”... -
Page 61: Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand)
REGULATORY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION 1 year in the North, South and Central America region, 2 years in the Europe, the Middle East and Africa region, and 3 years in the Asia Pacific region, unless otherwise required by law. The term of your limited warranty period shall commence on the purchase date appearing on your purchase receipt. -
Page 62: Obtaining Service
Modification of or tampering with the Software, including but not limited to any Open Source Software, is solely at your own risk. Western Digital is not responsible for any such modification or tampering. Western Digital will not support any product in which you have or have attempted to modify the Software supplied by Western Digital. -
Page 63: Index
INDEX Index guest access 3 icons, dashboard 13 AC power adapters 5 installing the router access point 46 using a Mac 11 accessories 3 with Easy Setup (Windows PC) 9 adding a wireless device 21 installing WD software 11 administrator password 44 Internet advanced settings 23 connection 16... - Page 64 INDEX Windows, getting started with CD 9 wireless rebooting 46 adding devices 21 registering the router 2 speed, simultaneous dual band 3 regulatory compliance 52 WPS button 6 requirements 8 reset button 8 restoring to factory defaults 45 RoHS 55 router components 7 firmware upgrades 44...
- Page 65 WD. WD reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. Western Digital, WD and the WD logo are registered trademarks in the U.S. and other countries; My Net is a registered trademark of Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
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