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Dynex DX-WGRTR Faq

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Dynex Wireless G Router (DX-WGRTR) &
Wireless Enhanced G Router (DX-WEGRTR) FAQ
March 2013
The Dynex Wireless G Router and Wireless Enhanced G Router have been discontinued.
Windows® 7 and Windows® 8 operating systems have not been tested with these routers.
The routers may function normally with these operating systems;
however, that usage is not supported by customer support.
Setup ............................................................................................................................................................ 2
Question 1: Where do I place my wireless router? ....................................................................................... 2
Question 2: How do I connect my router to the modem? ............................................................................. 2
Question 3: How do I set up a wireless network? ......................................................................................... 2
Question 4: What should I do if the Easy Install Wizard does not run? ........................................................ 3
Question 6: What should I do if the Easy Install Wizard cannot connect my wireless router
to the Internet? .............................................................................................................................. 3
Question 8: How do I manually configure my network settings? .................................................................. 5
Question 9: How do I change my wireless network channel? ...................................................................... 7
Question 10: How do I change my wireless router's name? ......................................................................... 7
Question 12: How do I connect to the wireless network? ............................................................................. 8
Question 14: What should I do if I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly? ................................................ 9
Usage .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Question 15: What is my wireless router's range? ..................................................................................... 10
Question 16: How do I extend the range of my wireless network? ............................................................. 10
Question 18: How do I access my wireless router's settings? .................................................................... 10
Question 20: How do I use my wireless router as an access point? .......................................................... 11
Security ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Question 21: How do I save my current configuration? .............................................................................. 11
Question 22: How do I restore a previous configuration? ........................................................................... 12
Question 23: How do I update my wireless router's firmware? ................................................................... 12
Question 24: How do I reset my router? ..................................................................................................... 13
Question 25: How do I restore the factory settings? ................................................................................... 13
Question 27: How do I secure my wireless network? ................................................................................. 14
General ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Question 28: What are the system requirements to use the router? .......................................................... 15
Question 30: Where can I find more information about my warranty? ....................................................... 15

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Question 28: What are the system requirements to use the router? ............15 Question 29: Where can I get more information about the Dynex Wireless G Router? ......15 Question 30: Where can I find more information about my warranty? ............15...

  • Page 2: Setup

    Setup Note: Use a wired connection to set up the wireless router even if the computer will later be used wirelessly. Question 1: Where do I place my wireless router? Make sure that your wireless router’s antenna(s) are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router itself is positioned vertically, point the antenna(s) as much as possible in an upward direction.

  • Page 3: Question 4: What Should I Do If The Easy Install Wizard Does Not Run

    A working Internet connection An Internet browser Note: The Dynex Wireless G Router and Wireless Enhanced G Router have been discontinued. Windows® 7 and Windows® 8 operating systems have not been tested with these routers. The routers may function normally with these operating systems; however, that usage is not supported by customer support.

  • Page 4: Question 7: What Should I Do If I Completed The Easy Install Wizard, But Can't Connect To The Internet

    You may need to configure your router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP. To search our Knowledge Base for ISP-specific issues, go to the Dynex website (http://www.dynexsupport.com), type “ISP” into the search bar, then press ENTER.

  • Page 5: Question 8: How Do I Manually Configure My Network Settings

    In order for your computer to properly communicate with your router, change your PC’s TCP/IP settings to DHCP. Note: The Dynex Wireless G Router and Wireless Enhanced G Router have been discontinued. Windows® 7 and Windows® 8 operating systems have not been tested with these routers. The routers may function normally with these operating systems;...
  • Page 6 To manually configure network settings in Mac OS X: 1. Click the System Preferences icon. The System Preferences menu opens. 2. Click Network. The Network window opens. 3. Select Built-in Ethernet from the Show drop-down menu, then click the TCP/IP tab. The TCP/IP tab opens.

  • Page 7: Question 9: How Do I Change My Wireless Network Channel

    Question 9: How do I change my wireless network channel? The default channel is 11 (unless you are in a country that does not allow channel 11). If there are other wireless networks operating in your area (including cordless telephones), set your network to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless networks.

  • Page 8: Question 11: How Do I Set Up A Wireless Network Without The Easy Install Wizard

    Question 11: How do I set up a wireless network without the Easy Install Wizard? You can set up a wireless network by accessing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface. To access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface: 1. Connect your wireless router to your modem. See Question 2 for connection instructions.

  • Page 9: Question 13: How Do I Connect My Cell Phone, Game System, Or Other Wifi Device To The Network

    Question 13: How do I connect my cell phone, game system, or other WiFi device to the network? Note: See the instructions that came with your WiFi device for more information about connecting to the Internet. 1. Open the wireless settings of the device that you want to connect to the Internet. 2.

  • Page 10: Usage

    Usage Question 15: What is my wireless router’s range? The typical indoor range is 100 – 200 feet (30.5 – 61 meters). The range may decrease if the signal has to pass through walls or other obstructions. Devices such as microwaves, refrigerators, metal cabinets, and cordless telephones may cause interference and reduce the wireless range.

  • Page 11: Question 20: How Do I Use My Wireless Router As An Access Point

    Question 20: How do I use my wireless router as an access point? An access point is used to extend the coverage of your wireless network. To use the access point mode: 1. Open your Internet browser. 2. Type “192.168.2.1” into the address line, then press ENTER to access the wireless router’s Web- Based Advanced User Interface.

  • Page 12: Question 22: How Do I Restore A Previous Configuration

    Question 23: How do I update my wireless router’s firmware? Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may exist. When Dynex releases new firmware, you can download it from the Dynex web site and update your router’s firmware to the latest version.

  • Page 13: Question 24: How Do I Reset My Router

    Question 24: How do I reset my router? Resetting the router restores normal operation and keeps the programmed settings. To delete programmed settings and restore factory settings, see Question Press and release the Reset button on the back of the router. The lights on the router momentarily flash.

  • Page 14: Question 27: How Do I Secure My Wireless Network

    Question 27: How do I secure my wireless network? Make sure that you have completed the basic setup of your router before setting up security and all of your computers (wired and wireless) can connect to the Internet through the router. To set up WPA/WPA2: 1.

  • Page 15: General

    Refer to your User Guide on the Dynex website (www.dynexproducts.com). If you have the Wireless G Router (DX-WGRTR) model: To go to the product page, type “DX-WGRTR” into the search bar, then press ENTER. Or, go http://www.dynexproducts.com/products/computer-accessories/DX-WGRTR.html If you have the Wireless Enhanced G Router (DX-WEGRTR) model: To go to the product page, type “DX-WEGRTR”...

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