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  • Page 1 Wireless N Router DX-NRUTER USE R GUI DE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    One-Year Limited Warranty .............69 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Dynex DX-NRUTER Wireless N Router. The easy installation and setup will have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Be sure to read through this User Guide completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Product features” on page 3.

  • Page 3: Product Features

    Product features • Widespread industry acceptance–Choose from a wide range of interoperable networking products. • N wireless technology–Your router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N wireless complies with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, reliability, and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems.

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you can control access to your network. Package contents • Dynex N Wireless Router • Quick Installation Guide • Installation software CD • RJ-45 Ethernet cable •...

  • Page 5: Setup Assistant Software System Requirements

    Product features Setup Assistant software system requirements • A computer running Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista or running Mac OS X v10.x • Minimum 1 GHz processor and 128 MB RAM • Internet browser Components Your router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of your router for better organization and utility.

  • Page 6: Component Description

    Product features Component Description Power/ready LED When you apply power to your router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while your router boots up. During this time, the Power/Ready LED blinks. When your router has completely booted up, the Power/Ready LED becomes a SOLID light, indicating your router is ready for use.

  • Page 7: Back Panel

    Product features Back panel Component Description Wired computer Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ-45, ports - Blue 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of your router.

  • Page 8: Setting Up Your Wireless Router

    Setup assistant Dynex has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your router up and running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation.
  • Page 9 Setting up your wireless router Running the Setup Assistant To run the Setup Assistant: 1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. 2 Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer. 3 Insert the included CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer's screen within 15 seconds.
  • Page 10 Setting up your wireless router Setup Assistant will indicate each time a step in the setup has been completed. When it is time to name your network, the Setup Assistant will open the Naming your network screen. The default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name of your wireless network that your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect to.
  • Page 11 Setting up your wireless router 6 If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration above. Select your country or ISP from the lists. The Setup Assistant will now configure your router by sending data to your router and restarting it.
  • Page 12 Setting up your wireless router This completes your router installation. You will see the Congratulations screen when your router can connect to the Internet. You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going to any Web site. 7 You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to connect to the Internet by clicking Next.
  • Page 13 Setting up your wireless router To use the optional assistance to connect to other computers: 1 This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network. Follow the on-screen instructions. At this point, your router is set up and working properly. It is now time to connect your other computers.

  • Page 14: Wireless Security Setup

    Setting up your wireless router Wireless security setup Make sure that your complete the basic setup of your router before setting up security. Make sure that all of your computers (wired and wireless) can successfully connect to the Internet through your router. To set up security: 1 On a computer that has a wired (cable) connection to your router, open a Web browser.
  • Page 15 Setting up your wireless router 3 You will be asked to pick a security type. We recommend WPA2-PSK as the security mode and then WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK as the Authentication, as it is the most secure and easiest to use. Once you have made your choice, click Apply Changes. 4 In the Pre-shared key field, type a security key that is easy for you to remember.
  • Page 16 Setting up your wireless router 6 If you do not want to update your computer's wireless adapter to work with WPA/WPA2, return to Step 4 and choose WEP. Alternative setup method The Web-Based Advanced User Interface is a Web-based tool that you can use to set up your router if you do not want to use the Setup Assistant.
  • Page 17 Setting up your wireless router 7 Make sure that your modem is connected to your router by checking the lights on the front of your router. The green light labeled Modem should be on if your modem is connected correctly to your router. If it is not, recheck your connections. 8 Make sure that your computer is connected properly to your router by checking the lights labeled 1-4.
  • Page 18 Setting up your wireless router Quick-Navigation links—You can go directly to any of your router’s UI pages by clicking directly on these links. The links are divided into logical categories and grouped by tabs to make finding a particular setting easier to find. Clicking the purple header of each tab will show you a short description of the tab's function.
  • Page 19 Setting up your wireless router Configure your router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) The Internet/WAN tab is where you will set up your router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Your router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have correctly configured your router’...
  • Page 20 Setting up your wireless router Change WAN MAC Address If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the service, you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the current computer's MAC address through this link. Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) connection type to static IP A static IP address connection type is less common than other connection types.
  • Page 21 Setting up your wireless router Setting your ISP connection type to PPPoE Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that doesn't require a modem, you may also use PPPoE.
  • Page 22 When you install your router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Dynex has provided the ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the computer into your router. This MAC address, in turn, will be seen by the ISP’ s system as the original MAC address and will allow the connection to work.
  • Page 23 Setting up your wireless router To clone your MAC Address: 1 Make sure that you are using the computer that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before your router was installed. Click 2 Click Clone, then click Apply Changes. Your MAC address is now cloned to your router.
  • Page 24 Setting up your wireless router Changing LAN settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of your router can be viewed and changed here. IP Address–The IP address is the internal IP address of your router. The default IP address is 192.168.2.1. To access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser.
  • Page 25 DMZ or client IP filters, these are dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not want the IP address to change. Local Domain Name–The default setting is Dynex. You can set a local domain name (network name) for your network. There is no need to change this setting unless you have a specific advanced need to do so.
  • Page 26 To identify your wireless network, a name (SSID for Service Set Identifier) is used. The SSID is your network name. The default network name of your router is “Dynex” followed by six digits that are unique to your router. You can change this to anything you choose, or you can leave it unchanged.
  • Page 27 802.11g or 802.11b traffic in the operating environment. Use protected mode if your network consists of a mix of Dynex N Wireless Cards and 802.11g or 802.11b cards on your network. If you are in an environment that includes little to no 802.11g or 802.11b wireless network traffic, you will achieve the best N wireless...
  • Page 28 Setting up your wireless router Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS uses WPA2 for encryption. It does not provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for securing your wireless network. You can use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or Personal Identification Number (PIN) method to let a device access your wireless network.
  • Page 29 Important: You also need to ensure that all your wireless client cards/adapters support WPA2, and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver. Most of the Dynex wireless cards have driver updates available for download from the Dynex support site atwww.dynexsupport.com.

  • Page 30: Setting Wpa Security

    Setting up your wireless router 6 Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now set all clients to match these settings depending on the type of access you want them to have. Important: Make sure that your wireless computers are updated to work with WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to your router.

  • Page 31: Setting Wep Encryption

    Setting up your wireless router Setting WEP encryption Note to Mac users: The Passphrase option will not operate with Apple® AirPort®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next section. To set WEP encryption: 1 From the Security Mode drop-down menu, select 128-bit WEP or 64-bit WEP from the.

  • Page 32: Using The Access Point Mode

    Setting up your wireless router Using the Access Point mode Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. Your router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server.

  • Page 33: Setting Mac Address Control

    Setting up your wireless router Setting MAC Address Control The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that lets you specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network. Note: This list applies only to wireless computers. This list can be configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access.

  • Page 34: Configuring The Firewall

    Setting up your wireless router Configuring the firewall Your router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: • IP Spoofing • Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD) • Denial of Service (DoS) •...
  • Page 35 Setting up your wireless router Configuring Internal Forwarding settings The Virtual Servers function lets you route external (Internet) calls for services such as a Web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications through your router to your internal network.
  • Page 36 Setting up your wireless router Setting Client IP filters Your router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers.

  • Page 37: Using Dynamic Dns

    Setting up your wireless router To set up a DMZ for a computer: • Enter the last digits of the computer’ s IP address in the IP field, click Enable, then click Apply Changes for the change to take effect. Using Dynamic DNS The Dynamic DNS service lets you alias a dynamic IP address to a static host name in any of the many domains DynDNS.org offers, allowing your network computers to be more easily...

  • Page 38: Wan Ping Blocking

    Setting up your wireless router WAN ping blocking Computer hackers use what is known as pinging to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there.

  • Page 39: Restarting Your Router

    Setting up your wireless router Restarting your router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot your router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting your router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. To restart your router to restore normal operation: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, click Restart Router.

  • Page 40: Restoring Factory Default Settings

    Setting up your wireless router Restoring factory default settings Using this option will restore all of the settings in your router to the factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before you restore all of the defaults. To restore factory default settings: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, click Restore Defaults.

  • Page 41: Restoring A Previous Configuration

    Setting up your wireless router 4 Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “Config.” Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location and name of the file, click Save. 5 When the save is complete, you will see the following window.

  • Page 42: Updating The Firmware

    From time to time, Dynex may release new versions of your router’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may exist. When Dynex releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Dynex update Web site and update your router’s firmware to the latest version.
  • Page 43 Setting up your wireless router To update your router’s firmware: 1 On the Firmware Update page, click Browse. A window will open that lets you select the location of the firmware update file. 2 Browse to the firmware file you downloaded, then select the file by double-clicking the file name.

  • Page 44: Changing System Settings

    Setting up your wireless router 5 Click OK. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, your router’s firmware update will be complete. Your router’s home page should appear automatically. If not, type your router’ s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser.
  • Page 45 Setting up your wireless router Enabling remote management Before you enable this advanced feature of your router, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote management allows you to make changes to your router’ s settings from anywhere on the Internet. There are two methods of remotely managing your router.

  • Page 46: Manually Configuring Network Settings

    Setting up your wireless router UPnP-compliant, and want to take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature. Select Enable in the UPnP Enabling section of the Utilities page, then click Apply Changes to save the change. Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update This innovation provides your router with the built-in capability to automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available.
  • Page 47 Setting up your wireless router 4 In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. The following screen opens. 5 If Use the following IP address (2) is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type.
  • Page 48 Setting up your wireless router Windows 98 To manually configure network adapters in Windows 98SE: 1 Right-click My Network Neighborhood, then select Properties from the list. 2 Click TCP/IP, then settings for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window.
  • Page 49 Setting up your wireless router 3 If Specify an IP address is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write down the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this information into your router. •...
  • Page 50 Setting up your wireless router 3 Next to Configure (2), if Manually is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this information into your router. 4 If not already set, at Configure, select Using DHCP Server.

  • Page 51: Mac Os X

    Setting up your wireless router Mac OS X Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST using these steps. You can also use these steps to add computers to your router after your router has been set up to connect to the Internet.

  • Page 52: Recommended Web Browser Settings

    Setting up your wireless router 4 Select the TCP/IP tab (3). Next to Configure (4), you should see Manually or Using DHCP. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (5) to make sure that Connect using PPPoE is NOT selected. If it is, you will need to configure your router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password.
  • Page 53 Setting up your wireless router To change settings in Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher: 1 Start your Web browser. Open the Tools menu, then click Internet Options. The Internet Options page opens. 2 Click the Connections tab. 3 Select Never dial a connection. If you cannot make a selection, go to the next step.
  • Page 54 Setting up your wireless router 4 Click LAN Settings. The LAN Settings page opens. 5 Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: Automatically detect settings, Use automatic configurational script, Use a proxy server. Click OK to close the page, then click OK again in the Internet Options page to exit.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Placement of your router for optimal performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your router. Typical indoor operating range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as the distance between your router and connected devices increases.
  • Page 56 User Guide. These guidelines should let you cover the maximum possible area with your router. If you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Dynex Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point. 5. Secure connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important.
  • Page 57 Troubleshooting If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, review the items above to be sure you have addressed these issues. Problem: Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start. Solution: If the CD does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.
  • Page 58 3 Unplug the power to your router, wait 10 seconds, and then reconnect the power. This will cause your router to reattempt communication with the modem. If the modem LED on your router is not lit after completing these steps, contact Dynex Technical Support.
  • Page 59 16 for details on changing this setting. You may need to configure your router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP. If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these settings, contact Dynex Technical Support.
  • Page 60 Troubleshooting Problem: I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly. Solution: If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, do the following. To solve the problem: 1 Look at the lights on your router. They should be as follows: •...
  • Page 61 Channel and SSID configuration page. If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall software, please contact Dynex Technical Support. Problem: My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Data transfer is sometimes slow.
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on your router. To solve the problem: 1 Log into your router. 2 Open your Web browser and type the IP address of your router. (Your router’s default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your router by clicking the Login button in the top, right-hand corner of the screen.
  • Page 63 For example: C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key 6 Click OK, then click Apply to save the settings. If you are NOT using a Dynex wireless client card, consult the manufacturer’ s user manual for that wireless client card. Problem: Do Dynex products support WPA/WPA2?
  • Page 64 1 Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Network Utility screen. 2 Click the Advanced button. The Dynex Wireless LAN Utility will open. This Utility lets you manage all the advanced features of the Dynex wireless card.
  • Page 65 (WPA) security and I am NOT using a Dynex client card for a home network. Solution: If you are NOT using a Dynex wireless N USB or wireless N notebook network card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access”...
  • Page 66 Troubleshooting What's the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Currently there are three commonly used wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11g, can transmit information up to 54 Mbps.

  • Page 67: Legal Notices

    Declaration of Conformity with Fcc Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility We, the Dynex Corporation, of 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A., declare under our sole responsibility that the product, DX-WGRTR, to which this declaration relates, 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 68 Legal notices this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...

  • Page 69: One-Year Limited Warranty

    If service of products and parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges. This warranty lasts as long as you own your Dynex Product during the Warranty Period.
  • Page 70 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A. 55423-3645 © 2008 Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. All rights reserved. DYNEX is a trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Registered in some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 71 (800) 305-2204 © 2008 Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. All rights reserved. DYNEX is a trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Registered in some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC...

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