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- Page 1 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Model # C3000A User Manual 0535-00xx-000...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Router Connecting the Router 2 Accessing the Home Screen Accessing the Home Screen Icon Bar Connection Status 3 Checking the Router’s Status Accessing the Status Screens Connection Status Line 1/Line 2 Status WAN Ethernet... - Page 3 C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Basic Settings Advanced Settings MAC Address Control Band Steering 5 Configuring Firewall Settings Accessing Firewall Settings Firewall IPv6 Firewall Port Forwarding Applications DMZ Hosting IPv6 DMZ Hosting UPnP 5 Advanced Settings Accessing the Advanced Setup Screens...
- Page 4 C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Reboot Restore Defaults Upgrade Firmware Check for New Firmware Link LAN IP Settings Static IP LAN Speed Test Ping Test Tcpdump Debug Iperf Test IPv6 Ping Test Traceroute IPv6 Traceroute Time Zone Language Settings...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations for purchasing the C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router. The Router is a single platform device that supports universal WAN access, FTTN, FTTdp, FTTB, or FTTP. With support for advanced 802.11ac 4x4 WiFi, the Router enables blazing fast HD video streaming, with multi-channel HD video throughput. -
Page 6: Package Contents
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Package Contents • Black Power adapter • Yellow cable (Ethernet, 6 ft.) • White cable (Ethernet, 10 ft.) • Green cable (RJ14, 12 ft.) • Quick Start Guide • Installation Guide • Wall-mount template •... -
Page 7: Getting To Know The Router
Introduction Getting to Know the Router This section contains a quick description of the Router’s lights, ports, and other features. The Router has several indicator lights (LEDs) and a button on its front panel, and a series of ports and switches on its rear panel. Front Panel The front panel of the Router features 13 LEDs and a WPS (Wireless Protected Setup) button. - Page 8 C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router The USB LED illuminates green when the Router is properly connected to a USB connection. Wi-Fi 2.4G/5G The Wi-Fi LEDs illuminate green when the Router’s wireless network is operating and properly configured in each band.
- Page 9 Introduction WAN Ethernet Port The WAN Ethernet port is used to connect the Router to a WAN connection via an Ethernet cable. LAN Ethernet Ports (4) The LAN Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Router via Ethernet cable. The Ethernet ports are 10/100/1000 Mbps auto- sensing ports, and either a straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to the ports.
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Page 10: Connecting The Router
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Connecting the Router There are many variables involved when connecting the Router, depending on the type of Internet service available. The figure below shows the possible connections available for the Router. Connecting a Computer to the Router To connect a computer to the Router to access the Router’s graphical... - Page 11 Introduction 5. Make sure that the LED on the LAN port into which the Ethernet cable is plugged glows steadily green. This may take a few moments. 6. The computer should either be configured with a statically defined IP address and DNS address, or instructed to automatically obtain an IP address using the Network DHCP server.
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Page 12: Accessing The Home Screen
Accessing the Home Screen This chapter gives a short overview of the Home screen of the Router’s graphical user interface (GUI). Accessing the Home Screen To access the Home screen: 1. Open a Web browser on computer connected, via Ethernet cable, to one of the Router’s LAN ports. -
Page 13: Icon Bar
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Icon Bar At the top of the Home screen is the Icon Bar. Here, you can quickly access the other four main sections of the Router’s GUI by clicking on the appropriate icon: Status (see chapter 3 for more details); Wireless Setup (see chapter 4 for more details);... -
Page 14: Checking The Router's Status
Checking the Router’s Status This chapter explains the options available on the Status screens, which display information about the Router’s network connections. Accessing the Status Screens To access the Router’s Status screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. -
Page 15: Connection Status
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Connection Status Clicking Connection Status from any screen generates the Status Connection Status (see figure above). Information concerning devices connected to the Router’s network, whether wired or wireless, is displayed here, along with the connected device’s IP address, MAC address, and (if applicable) IPv6 address. -
Page 16: Routing Table
Checking the Router’s Status Routing Table Click Routing Table from any Status screen to generate the Routing Table screen. This screen displays the Router’s routes. Firewall Status Click Firewall Status from any Status screen to generate the Firewall Status screen. This screen displays parameters concerning the Router’s firewall. -
Page 17: Wireless Status
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Wireless Status Click Wireless Status from any Status screen to generate the Wireless Status screen. This screen displays the Router’s wireless network parameters. Advanced Wireless Status Click Advanced Wireless from the bottom of the Wireless Status screen to generate the Advanced Wireless Statistics screen. -
Page 18: Modem Utilization
Checking the Router’s Status Modem Utilization Click Modem Utilization from any Status screen to generate the Modem Utilization screen. This screen displays statistics related to the Router’s modem operation. LAN Status Click LAN Status from any Status screen to generate the LAN Status screen. -
Page 19: Interface Statistics
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Interface Statistics Click Interface Statistics from any Status screen to generate the Estimated Interface Statistics screen. This screen displays various statistics and parameters relating to the Router’s connection interfaces. Multicast Statistics Click Multicast Statistics from any Status screen to generate the Multicast Statistics screen. -
Page 20: Configuring Wireless Settings
Configuring Wireless Settings This chapter explains the options provided in the Wireless Setup section of the Router’s firmware, including basic and advanced settings, and WPS. Accessing Wireless Settings To access the Wireless Settings screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. -
Page 21: Basic Settings
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Basic Settings Click Basic Settings from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the Basic Settings screen, as shown in the figure above. This screen displays a series of settings relating to the basic functionality of the Router’s wireless network, including SSID (network name), frequency, and security. -
Page 22: Advanced Settings
Configuring Wireless Settings Advanced Settings Click Advanced Settings from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the Advanced Settings screen. This screen displays a series of settings relating to the advanced capabilities of the Router’s wireless network, including compatibility mode, channel width, and WMM power save. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Click WPS from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) screen, which allows the user to configure WPS... -
Page 23: Wds
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Click WDS from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the WDS Wireless Distribution System screen, which allows the user to configure the Router to allow wireless interconnection of access points via a wireless connection. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure. -
Page 24: Configuring Firewall Settings
Configuring Firewall Settings This chapter explains the options provided in the Firewall section of the Router’s firmware, including setting up port forwarding and static NAT. Accessing Firewall Settings To access the Firewall screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. -
Page 25: Firewall
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Firewall Click General from any Firewall Settings screen to display the Firewall screen, as shown in the figure above. To configure basic settings of the Router’s firewall, follow the onscreen instructions. IPv6 Firewall Click IPv6 Firewall from any Firewall Settings screen to generate the IPv6 Firewall screen. -
Page 26: Applications
Configuring Firewall Settings Applications Click Applications from any Firewall screen to generate the Applications screen. This screen allows the user to designate certain applications to be forwarded, circumventing the usual firewall security settings. If changes are made in this screen, click Apply at the bottom of the screen to save them. -
Page 27: Ipv6 Dmz Hosting
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router IPv6 DMZ Hosting Click IPv6 DMZ Hosting from any Firewall screen to generate the IPv6 DMZ Hosting screen. The DMZ host feature allows one device on the network to operate outside the firewall to use an Internet service that otherwise would be blocked, or to expose a networked device to all services without restriction or security. -
Page 28: Advanced Settings
Advanced Setup This chapter explains the options available with the Advanced Setup screens, which configure some of the more complex settings on the Router. Accessing the Advanced Setup Screens To access the Router’s Advanced Setup screens: Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. -
Page 29: Services Blocking
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Services Blocking Click Services Blocking from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Services Blocking screen (see the figure, above). This feature allows the user to block certain services from accessing the Router’s network(s). -
Page 30: Wan Ip Addressing
Advanced Settings WAN IP Addressing Click WAN IP Addressing from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the WAN IP Address screen. This feature allows the user to set the protocol used by the ISP for Internet access. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure. -
Page 31: Rfc1483 Transparent Bridge
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router How to Set the T3200 to RFC1483 Transparent Bridge From the WAN IP Address screen, select RFC 1483 Transparent Bridging and click Apply. The Router will allow the WAN IP address to pass-through to the device connected to LAN Port 1 Only. -
Page 32: Dns Host Mapping
Advanced Settings DNS Host Mapping Click DNS Host Mapping from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the DNS Host Mapping screen. This feature allows the user to create a static host name for a specified IP address. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure. -
Page 33: Ipv6 Q0S
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router IPv6 QoS Log in as root to generate the IPv6 QoS Settings screen. This feature allows the user to prioritize certain types of IPv6 data traffic over standard IPv6 data traffic. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure. -
Page 34: Admin Password
Advanced Settings Admin Password Click Admin Password from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Admin Password screen. This feature allows the user to change the password for accessing the Router’s graphical user interface. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure. Storage Device Info Click Storage Device Info from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Storage Service screen. -
Page 35: Reboot
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Reboot Click Reboot from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Reboot screen. Reboot the Router by clicking Reboot. Restore Defaults Click Restore Defaults from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Restore Defaults screen. To restore certain settings on the Router, click the appropriate Restore button. -
Page 36: Lan Ip Settings
Advanced Settings LAN IP Settings Click LAN IP Settings from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the LAN IP and DHCP Settings screen. This feature allows the user to set LAN IP and DHCP server settings on the Router. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure. -
Page 37: Tcpdump Debug
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Tcpdump Debug Click Tcpdump Debug from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Tcpdump Debug screen. This screen allows the user to copy the packet capture file to a USB flash drive connected to the Router, along with the CFE and wireless configuration files, for debugging purposes. -
Page 38: Ipv6 Traceroute
Advanced Settings IPv6 Traceroute Click IPv6 Traceroute from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IPv6 Traceroute screen. To perform an IPv6 route trace on the Router, follow the onscreen instructions. Time Zone Click Time Zone from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Time Zone screen. -
Page 39: Igmp Setting
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router IGMP Setting Click IGMP Setting from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IGMP Configuration screen. Use this screen to set up IGMP processes on the Router. Upgrade History Click Upgrade History from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Upgrade History screen. -
Page 40: Dlna
Advanced Settings DLNA Click DLNA from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the DLNA screen. This screen allows the user to configure DLNA settings on the Router. xDSL Diagnostics Click xDSL Diagnostics from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the xDSL Diagnostics screen. This screen allows the user to select a type of diagnostics on the Router. -
Page 41: A Specifications
Specifications General Model Number(s) C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT) IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX) IEEE 802.11 b, g, n, ac (Wireless) G.dmt G.lite t1.413 RFC 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol LAN - CSMA WAN - , Static DHCP... -
Page 42: Wireless Operating Range
C3000A 802.11n and 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router Cabling Type Ethernet 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5 Ethernet100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5 Wireless Operating Range Indoors Up to 91M (300 ft.) @ 300 Mbps Outdoors Up to 457M (1500 ft.) @ 300 Mbps... -
Page 43: Environmental
Specifications Environmental Power External, 12V DC, 2A Certifications FCC Part 15 Class B, Class C and E, FCC Part 68, UL Operating Temperature 0º C to 45º C (32ºF to 113ºF) Storage Temperature -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing... -
Page 44: Notices
Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law. Under such local law, certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer. Go to http://www.actiontec.com/products/warranty.php for more infor- mation. Important Safety Instructions... -
Page 45: Fcc Class B Equipment
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifica- tions made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc, may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 46: Important Note On Wi-Fi
C3000A Wi-Fi Router Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked With the FCC Logo This device complies with part 15 of the FCC. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference; 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation of the device. -
Page 47: Contact Info
Notices Contact Info For questions regarding your product or the FCC declaration, contact: Actiontec Electronics, Inc 3301 Olcott Street, Santa Clara, CA 95054, United States Tel: (408) 752-7700 Fax: (408) 541-9003... - Page 48 C3000A Wi-Fi Router FCC Part 68 User Manual Information This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the equip- ment is a label that contains, among other information, the ACTA registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN.) If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.