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User manual
AirStation WZR-1750DHP
User Manual
www.buffalotech.com
35013154-01
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Contents
Chapter 1 - Setup ...............................................................8
Introduction .........................................................................................8
Diagrams and Layout ...........................................................................8
Front Panel ......................................................................................................8
Back Panel .....................................................................................................10
Bottom ...........................................................................................................12
Right Side ......................................................................................................12
Installation ..........................................................................................13
Vertical Placement ........................................................................................13
Horizontal Placement ...................................................................................13
Wall-Mounting ..............................................................................................14
How to Set Up AirStation for the First Time .....................................15
Connect to a PC and Power On .....................................................................15
Opening Settings ..........................................................................................17
Connect Your Wireless Devices ....................................................................18
Chapter 2 - Settings .........................................................19
Easy Admin .........................................................................................19
Home ..............................................................................................................19
Wireless ..........................................................................................................20
AOSS/WPS......................................................................................................21
USB Storage ...................................................................................................21
QoS .................................................................................................................22
Web Filtering and Parental Controls ...........................................................23
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Device Settings .............................................................................................24
Advanced Settings .............................................................................25
Internet ..........................................................................................................25
PPPoE .............................................................................................................26
Dynamic DNS .................................................................................................28
PPTP ...............................................................................................................29
NAT .................................................................................................................30
LAN .................................................................................................................30
DHCP Lease....................................................................................................31
Routing ..........................................................................................................31
2.4 GHz ...........................................................................................................32
5 GHz ..............................................................................................................34
WPS ................................................................................................................38
AOSS...............................................................................................................39
MAC Filtering .................................................................................................40
Multicast Control ..........................................................................................40
Guest Account ...............................................................................................41
Wireless Bridge .............................................................................................42
Firewall ..........................................................................................................43
IP Filter ...........................................................................................................44
VPN Passthrough ..........................................................................................44
Port Forwarding ............................................................................................45
DMZ ................................................................................................................46
UPnP ...............................................................................................................46
Web Filtering and Parental Controls ...........................................................47
Disk Management .........................................................................................48
Sharing ..........................................................................................................50
WebAccess .....................................................................................................51
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Media Server .................................................................................................52
BitTorrent ......................................................................................................52
QoS .................................................................................................................53
eco Mode .......................................................................................................54
Network USB .................................................................................................55
System ...........................................................................................................56
Syslog Settings ..............................................................................................57
Reset / Reboot ...............................................................................................58
Update ...........................................................................................................59
System Information ......................................................................................60
Logs ................................................................................................................61
Packets ...........................................................................................................62
Ping ................................................................................................................62
Chapter 3 - Wireless .........................................................63
Wireless Options ................................................................................63
Advanced Wireless Configuration ....................................................64
Manual Configuration (SSID and Password) ...............................................64
Automatic Secure Setup (WPS) ....................................................................64
Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS) ..................................................................65
Adding an AirStation to an Existing Wireless Network as a Client ...........66
Chapter 4 - Utilities ..........................................................67
How to Download Utilities ................................................................67
List of Utilities with Description of Each ..........................................68
AirStation Configuration Tool ......................................................................68
Network-USB Navigator ...............................................................................69
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Client Manager ..............................................................................................70
AOSS Assistant ..............................................................................................71
WLAN Monitor ...............................................................................................71
Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting ...........................................72
Finding Your AirStation on the Network ..........................................72
Eliminating Dead Spots in Wireless Coverage ................................72
If Your Wireless Connection Is Not Stable .........................................72
Basic Router Troubleshooting ...........................................................72
Basic Router Troubleshooting from a Mac ......................................73
Appendix A - Supplemental Information ......................74
Package contents ...............................................................................74
Factory Default Settings ....................................................................74
Technical Specifications ....................................................................80
Shared Folders and USB Ports ...........................................................82
GPL Information .................................................................................83
Appendix B - Tutorials .....................................................84
Configuring the AirStation for Optimal Performance and Security 84
Performance ..................................................................................................84
Security ..........................................................................................................84
Sharing a Printer ................................................................................85
Enabling Network USB on the AirStation ...................................................85
Installing and Using Network-USB Navigator ............................................85
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Configuring Parental Controls ..........................................................86
Content Filter ................................................................................................86
Websites Excluded from Filter .....................................................................86
Computers Excluded from Filter ..................................................................87
Finding a Computer’s MAC Address ............................................................87
Access Control ...............................................................................................89
Port Forwarding Basics ......................................................................90
Common Uses ................................................................................................90
Security ..........................................................................................................90
UPnP ...............................................................................................................90
Setting Up Port Forwarding Rules ....................................................91
Creating Port Forwarding Rules ..................................................................91
Managing Port Forwarding Rules ................................................................92
Configuring a USB Drive as a NAS .....................................................92
Setting Up the NAS .......................................................................................92
Formatting the Drive ....................................................................................93
User Access ....................................................................................................93
Enable Sharing ..............................................................................................94
Adding a Second AirStation as a Wireless Client .............................95
Setting up the AirStation .............................................................................95
Saving and Restoring Settings ..........................................................97
Save Settings to a Backup File .....................................................................97
Restoring Settings with a Backup File .........................................................98
Replacing the AirStation ..............................................................................98
Setting Up WebAccess .......................................................................99
WebAccess Settings ......................................................................................99
Connecting Wireless Devices Using AOSS ..................................... 100
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Push Button Configuration ....................................................................... 100
Setting Up a VPN Server ................................................................. 100
PPTP Settings on the AirStation ............................................................... 100
Editing Users .............................................................................................. 101
Using AirStations with 2Wire Residential Gateways .................... 102
How to Use QoS ............................................................................... 102
Setting a QoS Priority Policy ..................................................................... 102
Manual Entry .............................................................................................. 103
How to configure TCP/IP ................................................................. 104
Windows 8 .................................................................................................. 104
Windows 7 .................................................................................................. 105
Windows Vista ............................................................................................ 105
Windows XP ................................................................................................ 106
Mac OS ........................................................................................................ 107
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Chapter 1 - Setup
Introduction
Thank you for buying a Buffalo AirStation. The WZR-1750DHP AirStation is a dual-band wireless router with outstanding
performance and range. It combines speeds of 600 Mbps up to 1750 Mbps with a robust set of extra features like QoS,
wireless bridging, USB NAS, media server, and parental control. This manual will help you set it up and use it. If you’re
new to wireless networking, turn to chapter 2 to start configuring your wireless network.
For advanced users, use a wired Ethernet connection to access the AirStation’s settings:
• Default LAN-side IP address: 192.168.11.1
• Username: admin
• Default password: password
Diagrams and Layout
Front Panel
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1 AOSS button
To initiate AOSS, hold down this button until the wireless LED flashes (about 1 second). Then, push or click the
AOSS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on for this
to work.
2 Wireless LED
(Access point/wireless bridge control switch set to “AP”)
On:
Wireless LAN is enabled or transmitting.
Double blinks:
AirStation is waiting for an AOSS or WPS security key.
Continuously blinking:
AOSS/WPS error; failed to exchange security keys.
Off:
Wireless LAN is disabled.
(Access point/wireless bridge control switch set to “WB”)
On:
Wireless LAN is enabled or transmitting.
Blinking:
Wireless LAN is enabled but not connected.
Off:
Wireless LAN is disabled.
Note:
The wireless LED will be blue for 5 GHz wireless connections or amber for 2.4 GHz wireless connections.
3 Internet access LED (Blue)
On:
Internet access is available.
Off:
Internet access is not available.
Router functionality is disabled.
4 Router LED (Blue)
On:
Router functionality is enabled.
Off:
Router functionality is disabled.
5 Buffalo LED (White or Red)
On (White):
Power is on.
Off:
Power is off.
On (Red)*:
Booting.
2 blinks (Red)**:
Flash ROM error.
3 blinks (Red)**:
Wired Ethernet LAN error.
4 blinks (Red)**:
Wireless LAN error.
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5 blinks (Red)***:
IP address error.
9 blinks (Red)**:
System error.
Continuously blinking*:
Updating firmware, saving settings, or initializing settings.
* Never unplug the AC adapter while the Buffalo LED is blinking continuously.
** Turn off AirStation, wait for a few seconds, then turn it back on.
*** Because the network addresses of both the Internet port (WAN port) and the LAN port are the same, it is not possible
to establish communication. Change the LAN-side IP address of the AirStation.
Back Panel
1 Access Point/Wireless Bridge Control Switch
This switch changes between access point mode and wireless bridge mode.
AP - access point (or router)
WB - wireless bridge
2 Mode button
If the switch above is in the “AP” position, this button switches the AirStation between router and access point
functionality. If the switch is in the “WB” position, the button has no effect.
3 USB Eject button
To dismount a USB hard drive, hold down this button until the USB LED flashes (about 3 seconds). The USB drive
can then be unplugged safely.
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4 USB LED (Blue)
On:
A USB drive is connected.
Blinking:
The USB drive can be removed.
Note:
When this LED is blinking, the connected USB drive cannot be used. Remove the connected USB drive. If the LED
continues to blink even after the USB drive is removed, restart the AirStation. Do not remove the USB drive or turn
off the AirStation while the USB LED is on.
5 USB 3.0 Port
You can connect any USB 3.0 compatible devices (such as USB storage). Use the cable attached to the USB 3.0
device to connect.
6 USB 2.0 Port
You can connect any USB 2.0 compatible devices (such as USB printers).
7 LAN Port
Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps, 100
Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections.
8 LAN LED (Green)
On:
An Ethernet device is connected.
Blinking:
An Ethernet device is communicating.
9 Internet Port
10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections are supported.
Note:
In wireless bridge mode or access point mode, the Internet port becomes a regular LAN port, for a total of 5 usable
LAN ports.
10 Internet LED (Green)
On:
The Internet port is connected.
Blinking:
The Internet port is transmitting data.
11 Power button
This button turns the power on and off.
It may take 20 to 30 seconds to complete shutdown.
12 DC connector
Connect the included AC adapter here.
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Bottom
1 Reset button
To reset all settings, hold down this button until the Buffalo LED turns red (about 3 seconds). The power must be
on for this to work.
2 Setup card slot
This is the slot where the AirStation setup card is stored. The initial settings for the username, password, SSID, and
encryption type are provided on the card for logging into Settings .
Right Side
1 Mounting holes
Mounting holes are provided for mounting the AirStation to a wall. Use the supplied screws to mount to a wall.
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Installation
Vertical Placement
Attach the stand as shown in the figure below.
Horizontal Placement
The same stand also allows horizontal placement. Install the stand as shown in the figure below.
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Wall-Mounting
Attach to the wall with the supplied screws in the mounting holes as shown below.
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How to Set Up AirStation for the First Time
Connect to a PC and Power On
To configure your AirStation, follow the procedure below.
1 Verify that you can connect to the internet without the AirStation, then turn off your modem and computer.
2 Unplug the LAN cable which connects your computer and modem.
3 Plug one end of the LAN cable into your modem and the other end to the AirStation’s Internet (WAN) port. Turn on
the modem.
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4 Turn on the AirStation, then wait one minute.
Note:
If the power does not turn on when the AC adapter is connected, press the Power button on the rear of the
AirStation.
5 If using a wired LAN, connect the AirStation LAN port and computer using a LAN cable.
If using a wireless LAN, connect the computer to the wireless LAN as described in Chapter 3.
6 Once your computer has booted, the AirStation’s LEDs should be lit as described below:
Wireless On or blinking.
Internet access On.
Router On.
Buffalo White light on.
LAN On or blinking.
Internet On or blinking.
Note:
If the router LED is not lit, hold down the mode button for about 3 seconds to switch to router mode.
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7 Launch a web browser. If the home screen is displayed, setup is complete.
If username and password fields are displayed, enter “admin” for the username and “password” for the password,
then click [Log In]. Step through the wizard to complete setup.
You’ve completed the initial setup of your AirStation.
Opening Settings
To configure the AirStation, log in to Settings as shown below.
1 Launch a web browser.
2 Enter the AirStation’s LAN-side IP address in the address field and press the Enter key.
Note:
• The AirStation’s default LAN-side IP address depends on the mode.
• In router mode: 192.168.11.1
• In access point mode: 192.168.11.100
• In Wireless bridge mode: 192.168.11.100
• If you changed the IP address of the AirStation, then use the new IP address.
3 Enter “admin” for the username and “password”for the password, then click [Log In].
Note:
If you forget your password, hold down the reset button to initialize all settings. Note that all other settings will also
revert to their default values.
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4 This is the configuration interface, where most AirStation settings can be configured.
Connect Your Wireless Devices
For each wireless device that you want to connect to the network, use the device’s built-in software to search for
available networks. Find your SSID (the name of your wireless network) on the list of detected networks and select it.
Enter the passphrase for the network and you’ll be connected. Repeat for any additional wireless client devices that you
want to connect.
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Chapter 2 - Settings
Settings lets you change advanced settings for the AirStation.
Easy Admin
Home
When you first open Settings, the Easy Admin page is shown. From this page you can easily configure common settings.
The examples below assume the AirStation is in router mode.
Parameter Meaning
Wireless Displays current wireless status. Click the panel to configure wireless settings.
AOSS/WPS Displays current AOSS/WPS status. Click the panel to run AOSS/WPS.
USB Storage Displays the status of USB storage connected to this product. Click the panel to
configure USB storage settings.
Guest Account Displays current guest account status. Click the slider to turn guest account on or off.
Click the panel to configure guest account settings.
QoS Displays current QoS status. Click the slider to turn QoS on or off. Click the panel to
configure priority control QoS.
Web Filtering and
Parental Controls
Displays current content filter status. Click the slider to turn web filtering and parental
controls on or off. Click the panel to configure web filtering and parental controls.
Device Settings Displays the number of devices connected to the network. Click the panel to check each
devices status.
Advanced Settings Click the panel to configure advanced settings.
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Wireless
Configure basic wireless settings. This mode is available in router and access point mode only.
Parameter Meaning
2.4 GHz (11n/g/b)
5 GHz (11ac/n/a)
You may enable or disable either wireless frequency range independently. If both
wireless radios are disabled, the AirStation will not communicate wirelessly.
SSID 1 Each SSID may contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
Encryption
The following types of encryption are available:
WPA2-PSK AES
WPA2 authentication with AES encryption is the best system available. Highly
recommended if all your wireless clients support it.
WPA-PSK AES
WPA authentication with AES encryption is an older system, but still secure.
WPA/WPA2-mixed PSK TKIP+AES
For maximum compatibility, this system allows any combination of WPA, WPA2, TKIP, and
AES. This encryption system works with most older clients but is not very secure.
No Encryption
No encryption means that anyone can log in to your wireless network, snoop on your
wireless traffic, and use your bandwidth. Not recommended for most users.
Encryption Key
The encryption key is like the “password” for your wireless network. It may contain 8 to
63 case-sensitive alphanumeric characters (ASCII) or 64 hexadecimal characters (0-9 and
a-f, not case-sensitive).
Channel For best results, select [Auto Channel]. The AirStation will seek and use the clearest
channel automatically. Alternately, you may choose a wireless channel manually.
Bandwidth
In rural areas with little wireless traffic, a larger bandwidth setting may improve wireless
performance significantly. However, if you are in an urban area with much wireless traffic
and interference, the default bandwidth is recommended.
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AOSS/WPS
The following window appears when you click the panel. Click [OK] to start AOSS/WPS.
USB Storage
Configure USB storage settings.
Parameter Meaning
Attached Drive The names of USB devices connected to this product.
File Sharing Enable or disable file sharing.
BitTorrent Enable or disable BitTorrent.
DLNA Enable or disable the media server.
WebAccess Enable or disable WebAccess.
BuffaloNAS.com Name This name may contain 3 to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-) and underscores
(_). The AirStation will be registered by this name at BuffaloNAS.com.
BuffaloNAS.com Status If the status shows [Registration failure], check your BuffaloNAS.com settings.
Username The WebAccess username may contain up to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-),
underscores (_) and periods (.). Don’t use a symbol as the first character.
Password
The WebAccess password may contain up to 20 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-),
underscores (_) and periods (.). It should not be blank. Don’t use a symbol as the first
character.
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Guest Account
Configure guest account settings. This mode is available in router and access point mode only.
Parameter Meaning
SSID The SSID for the guest account may contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
Encryption Select an encryption mode for the guest account.
Permitted Access Time This is the amount of time that guests will be permitted to access the Internet.
QoS
Configure QoS settings. This mode is available in router mode only.
Parameter Meaning
Enable Enable or disable QoS.
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Parameter Meaning
Select a policy Select a policy for communication. Network bandwidth will be optimized for the
selected item.
Traffic Monitor
You can check each item’s communication status.
: Priority
: Upload speed
: Download speed
Web Filtering and Parental Controls
Configure web filtering and parental controls. This mode is available in router mode only.
Parameter Meaning
Block Malicious Site Blocks malware, phishing, and scam sites.
Block Malicious and
Adult Sites Blocks malware, phishing, and sites that contain sexually explicit content.
Block Malicious, Adult,
and Other Non-Family
Friendly Sites
Blocks malware, phishing, and scam sites, sites that contain sexually explicit material,
mature content, abortion, alcohol, crime, cult, drugs, gambling, hate, sexual orientation,
suicide, tobacco, and violence.
I agree to Norton’s
Terms of Service
Parental controls are provided by Symantec Corporation. To enable, you must accept the
terms of service.
Norton ConnectSafe must be activated by customer. Use of Norton ConnectSafe is subject to the Terms of Service found
at https://dns.norton.com/dnsweb/terms.do
.
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Device Settings
Check the status of each device connected to the network. This mode is available in router mode only.
Parameter Meaning
Displays the IP address of each device connected to this product.
Displays uploading and downloading speed of each device connected to this product.
Displays the devices connected to the AirStation.
Click the appropriate icon to open each device’s settings.
Click the icon to send a Wake-on-LAN packet to the device.
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Advanced Settings
Internet
Configure the WAN-side port (“Internet port”).
Internet -> Internet (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Method of Acquiring IP
Address Specify how the WAN-side IP address is obtained.
Default Gateway Configure an IP address for the default gateway.
DNS Name Server
Address Specify an IP address for the DNS server.
Internet MAC Address
You may use the default MAC address or specify one manually.
Note:
Configuring an improper MAC address may make the AirStation unusable. Do not
change the MAC address unless you know what you’re doing!
MTU Size of Internet
Port
Configure the MTU value of the Internet port. Values of 578 to 1500 bytes may be
entered.
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PPPoE
Configure PPPoE settings.
Internet -> PPPoE (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Default PPPoE
Connection
If you have registered multiple connection destinations in the [PPPoE Connection List],
connection destinations selected here have priority.
IP Unnumbered PPPoE
Connection
Select the destination from the [PPPoE Connection List] which is used when [Use IP
Unnumbered] is chosen for the method of acquiring IP address.
PPPoE Connection List Edit PPPoE destination. You can register up to 5 sessions.
Edit Connection List Click this button to edit destination settings.
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PPPoE Connection
This is displayed when [Edit Connection List] is clicked.
Name of Connection
Enter the name to identify the connected destination. You may enter up to 32
alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Username
Enter the username specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 64
alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Password
Enter the password specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 64
alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Service Name
Fill in this field only if your ISP specifies a service name. Leave blank otherwise. You may
enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Connection Type
Specifies the timing for the AirStation to connect to your provider.
Automatic Disconnection
Set time to disconnect after communication is stopped when the connection method is
set to [Connection on Demand] or [Manual]. You can enter up to 1440 minutes.
Authentication
Configure an authentication method with a provider.
MTU Size
Configure the MTU size for PPPoE. Values of 578 to 1492 bytes may be entered.
MRU Size
Configure MRU (maximum receive unit) for PPPoE. Values of 578 to 1492 may be
entered.
Keepalive
If keepalive is enabled, the AirStation will issue an LCP echo request once a minute in
order to maintain the connection with the PPPoE. If the server does not respond for
more than 6 minutes, the line is recognized as disconnected and the AirStation will
terminate the connection. Disabled by default.
Preferred Connections Displays information you have set regarding to the connection destination route.
Edit Preferred
Connections Click to edit the connection destination route settings.
Preferred PPPoE
Connection
Click [Edit Preferred Connections] to display.
Name
The destination to connect by PPPoE if [Destination Address] and [Source Address]
match. Select the destination registered to the PPPoE Connection List.
Destination Address
When communicating to this address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name].
Source Address
When communicating from this address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name].
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Dynamic DNS
Configure dynamic DNS settings. Many settings are only available when the appropriate dynamic DNS service is
enabled.
Internet -> Dynamic DNS (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Dynamic DNS Service Select a provider (DynDNS or TZO) for dynamic DNS.
Username Enter the dynamic DNS username. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters
and symbols.
Password Enter the dynamic DNS password. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters
and symbols.
Hostname Enter the dynamic DNS hostname. You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters,
hyphens, and periods.
Email Address Enter the email address which is registered to the dynamic DNS service. You may enter
up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
TZO Key Enter the TZO Key which is registered to the dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to
64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Domain Name Enter the domain name which is registered to the dynamic DNS service. You may enter
up to 255 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.
IP Address Update
Period
Specifies the period to notify the dynamic DNS service provider of the current IP
address. For DynDNS, set it between 0 and 35 days. For TZO, set it between 0 and 99
days. If 0 (zero) days is set, no periodic update is performed.
Internet-side IP Address The WAN-side IP address of the AirStation’s Internet port. This address is sent to the
dynamic DNS service provider.
Domain Name The domain name assigned by the dynamic DNS service provider. The AirStation can be
accessed from the Internet using this domain name.
Status Display the status of the dynamic DNS service.
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PPTP
Configure the VPN server.
Internet -> PPTP (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
PPTP Server Enable to use a PPTP server.
Authentication Type Select the authentication method for PPTP connection.
Server IP Address Select the server IP address.
Client IP Address Select the IP address range.
DNS Server IP Address Choose the IP address for the DNS server.
WINS Server IP Address Choose the IP address for the WINS server.
MTU/MRU Value Configure MTU (maximum transmission unit) / MRU (maximum receive unit) between
578 and 1500 which is used during transmission on PPTP.
Edit PPTP User List Click to edit user information.
Add New user
Advanced Settings
Click [Edit PPTP User List] to display.
Username
Enter the username to connect to the PPTP server. You may enter up to 16
alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Password
Enter the password to connect to the PPTP server. You may enter up to 16
alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Method of Acquiring IP Address
Select the method to be used to assign the IP address is assigned to the PPTP client.
PPTP User List Displays the PPTP connection user information.
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NAT
Configure network address translation settings. This enables LAN-side devices to communicate with the Internet.
Internet -> NAT (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Address Translation Enable to use network address translation.
LAN
Configure LAN-side and DHCP server settings.
LAN -> LAN
Parameter Meaning
LAN-side IP Address By default, the LAN-side IP address is 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You
may change it here.
DHCP Server Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns LAN-side IP addresses automatically.
DHCP IP Address Pool Configure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses
to be excluded from that range. Values from 1-256 may be entered.
LAN-side IP Address (For
IP Unnumbered)
Set an IP unnumbered LAN-side IP address.
Note:
A PC with a normal LAN-side IP address and a PC with an IP unnumbered IP address
cannot communicate each other.
Advanced Settings Check [Display] to display DHCP server advanced settings options.
Lease Period Set the effective period of an IP address assigned by the DHCP server. Up to 999 hours
may be entered.
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Parameter Meaning
Default Gateway Set the default gateway IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
DNS Servers Set the DNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
WINS Server Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
Domain Name Set the domain name for the DHCP server to issue to clients. You may enter up to 127
alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.
DHCP Lease
Configure DHCP exceptions.
LAN -> DHCP Lease (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Current DHCP Clients Displays information for current leases. An IP address which is leased automatically can
be changed to manual leasing by clicking [Add Client].
Routing
Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route.
LAN -> Routing
Parameter Meaning
Routing Manual entries will appear here after being added.
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2.4 GHz
Configure basic wireless settings from here.
Wireless -> 2.4 GHz
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Parameter Meaning
Wireless Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no
wireless connections will be allowed.
Wireless Channel Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) for wireless connections. With [Auto Channel]
selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel.
High-Speed Mode Configure the bandwidth for wireless communication. To increase communication rate,
set the bandwidth to 450 Mbps (40 MHz) and configure extension channel.
Broadcast SSID
If [Allow] is checked, then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless
devices by broadcasting its SSID. If [Allow] is unchecked, then the AirStation ignores
SSID searches from wireless devices.
SSID 1
SSID 2 Enable or disable the main SSID (SSID 1) and sub SSID (SSID 2).
SSID Isolation Enable to make wireless devices connected to the specified SSID be able to
communicate only with the Internet-side.
Wireless Authentication
Select an authentication method for SSID 1 from below:
WPA/WPA2-mixed mode PSK
Allows the authentication compatible with WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK at the same time.
WPA2-PSK
Allows the authentication compatible with WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i).
WPA-PSK
Allows the authentication compatible with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).
No Authentication
Connect to wireless clients without any authentication method.
Encrypt Wireless Data
You may use any of the following types of encryption:
TKIP/AES mixed mode
[TKIP/AES mixed mode] allows both TKIP and AES authentication and communication.
This is no more secure than TKIP alone, but more convenient for some users. [TKIP/AES
mixed mode] can be selected only when [WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK] is selected for
wireless authentication.
AES
AES is more secure than TKIP, and faster. Use a pre-shared key to communicate with a
wireless device. AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for
wireless authentication.
No Encryption
Data is transmitted without encryption. With this setting, anyone within range can
connect to your wireless network and might be able to access data on the network.
Not recommended for anyone with private data that needs to be kept secure. [No
Encryption] can be selected only when [No Authentication] is selected for wireless
authentication.
WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared
Keys)
A pre-shared key or passphrase is the password for your wireless connections. There are
two different formats for a pre-shared key. Use 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters (case-
sensitive) for an ASCII passphrase, or use 64 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a to f,
not case-sensitive) for a hexadecimal passphrase.
Key Renewal Interval Set the update interval for the encryption key between 0 and 1440 (minutes).
WEP Encryption Key
Settings
A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four different formats. An
ASCII passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive). A
hexadecimal passphrase may use either 10 or 26 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a
to f, not case-sensitive).
BSS BasicRateSet BSS (basic service set) configures the transmission rate of control communication frames
for a wireless client. Setup choices may vary with different wireless clients.
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Parameter Meaning
Multicast Rate Set the communication speed of multicast packets.
802.11n Protection Enable to use 802.11n protection. 802.11n protection gives priority to 802.11n devices in
mixed mode (11b/g or 11a) networks.
DTIM Period
Set the beacon responding interval (1 -255) for which the AirStation responds to a
wireless device. This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for
the wireless device.
Wireless Client Isolation
If enabled, the Wireless Client Isolation blocks communication between wireless devices
connected to the AirStation. Wireless devices will be able to connect to the Internet
but not with each other. Devices that are connected to the AirStation with wired
connections will still be able to connect to wireless devices normally.
Output Power
This sets the output of the wireless signal. Because the wireless transmission output and
signal distance range are nearly proportional, when the wireless transmission output is
reduced, the signal distance range also becomes shorter.
WMM Settings Check [Display] to set priorities only for a specific communication.
WMM-EDCA Parameters
You don’t usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is
recommended.
Priority
The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8,
(High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order
of priority.
CWmin, CWmax
The maximum and minimum value of the contention window. The contention window is
used in the frame collision avoidance structure performed in IEEE802.11, and generally,
the smaller the value in the window, the higher the probability that the queue obtains
the right to send.
AIFSN
The interval to send frames. The unit of the AIFSN is a slot, just as the window defined
by CWmin and CWmax is. The smaller the interval of sending frames, the faster the
algorithm can restart. As a result, the priority of the queue is higher.
TXOP Limit
The period of time that the queue can use after obtaining the right to send. The unit is
32 ms. The longer this time, the more frames can be sent per right to send. However, the
queue may interfere with other packet transmissions. If [TXOP Limit] is set to 0 (zero),
only one frame can be sent per right to send.
Admission Control
Restricts new frames from interfering with a previous queue. New packets are prioritized
lower until a queue of them is collected. As the new queue accumulates more packets,
its priority increases.
5 GHz
Configure basic wireless settings from here.
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Wireless -> 5 GHz
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Parameter Meaning
Wireless Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no
wireless connections will be allowed.
Wireless Channel
Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) for wireless connections. With [Auto Channel]
selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel. If a channel
compatible with DFS is selected, the channel will be changed automatically when a
weather radar is detected.
High-Speed Mode Configure the bandwidth for wireless communication. To increase communication rate,
set the bandwidth to 1300 Mbps (80 MHz) and configure extension channel.
Broadcast SSID
If [Allow] is checked, then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless
devices by broadcasting its SSID. If [Allow] is unchecked, then the AirStation ignores
SSID searches from wireless devices.
SSID 1
SSID 2 Enable or disable the main SSID (SSID 1) and sub SSID (SSID 2).
SSID Isolation Enable to make wireless devices connected to the specified SSID be able to
communicate only with the WAN-side.
Wireless Authentication
Select an authentication method for SSID 1 from below:
WPA/WPA2-mixed mode PSK
Allows the authentication compatible with WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK at the same time.
WPA2-PSK
Allows the authentication compatible with WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i).
WPA-PSK
Allows the authentication compatible with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).
No Authentication
Connect to wireless clients without any authentication method.
Encrypt Wireless Data
You may use any of the following types of encryption:
TKIP/AES mixed mode
[TKIP/AES mixed mode] allows both TKIP and AES authentication and communication.
This is no more secure than TKIP alone, but more convenient for some users. [TKIP/AES
mixed mode] can be selected only when [WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK] is selected for
wireless authentication.
AES
AES is more secure than TKIP, and faster. Use a pre-shared key to communicate with a
wireless device. AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for
wireless authentication.
No Encryption
Data is transmitted without encryption. With this setting, anyone within range can
connect to your wireless network and might be able to access data on the network.
Not recommended for anyone with private data that needs to be kept secure. [No
Encryption] can be selected only when [No Authentication] is selected for wireless
authentication.
WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared
Keys)
A pre-shared key or passphrase is the password for your wireless connections. There are
two different formats for a pre-shared key. Use 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters (case-
sensitive) for an ASCII passphrase, or use 64 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a to f,
not case-sensitive) for a hexadecimal passphrase.
Key Renewal Interval Set the update interval for the encryption key between 0 and 1440 (minutes).
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Parameter Meaning
WEP Encryption Key
Settings
A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four different formats. An
ASCII passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive). A
hexadecimal passphrase may use either 10 or 26 alphanumeric characters (0 to 9 and a
to f, not case-sensitive).
BSS BasicRateSet BSS (basic service set) configures the transmission rate of control communication frames
for a wireless client. Setup choices may vary with different wireless clients.
Multicast Rate Set the communication speed of multicast packets.
802.11n Protection Enable to use 802.11n protection. 802.11n protection gives priority to 802.11n devices in
mixed mode (11b/g or 11a) networks.
DTIM Period
Set the beacon responding interval (1 -255) for which the AirStation responds to a
wireless device. This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for
the wireless device.
Wireless Client Isolation
If enabled, the Wireless Client Isolation blocks communication between wireless devices
connected to the AirStation. Wireless devices will be able to connect to the Internet
but not with each other. Devices that are connected to the AirStation with wired
connections will still be able to connect to wireless devices normally.
Output Power
This sets the output of the wireless signal. Because the wireless transmission output and
signal distance range are nearly proportional, when the wireless transmission output is
reduced, the signal distance range also becomes shorter.
WMM Settings Check [Display] to set priorities only for a specific communication.
WMM-EDCA Parameters
You don’t usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is
recommended.
Priority
The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8,
(High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order
of priority.
CWmin, CWmax
The maximum and minimum value of the contention window. The contention window is
used in the frame collision avoidance structure performed in IEEE802.11, and generally,
the smaller the value in the window, the higher the probability that the queue obtains
the right to send.
AIFSN
The interval to send frames. The unit of the AIFSN is a slot, just as the window defined
by CWmin and CWmax is. The smaller the interval of sending frames, the faster the
algorithm can restart. As a result, the priority of the queue is higher.
TXOP Limit
The period of time that the queue can use after obtaining the right to send. The unit is
32 ms. The longer this time, the more frames can be sent per right to send. However, the
queue may interfere with other packet transmissions. If [TXOP Limit] is set to 0 (zero),
only one frame can be sent per right to send.
Admission Control
Restricts new frames from interfering with a previous queue. New packets are prioritized
lower until a queue of them is collected. As the new queue accumulates more packets,
its priority increases.
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WPS
WPS status and settings.
Wireless -> WPS (Router and Access Point Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
WPS Enable to use WPS automatic configuration.
External Registrar
Enable to accept configure requests from other WPS devices.
Note:
Configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use.
AirStation PIN Displays the PIN code of the AirStation. Clicking [Generate PIN] will generate a new PIN
code. This code can be entered into other wireless devices that support WPS.
Enrollee PIN Enter the PIN code for the other wireless device and click [OK].
WPS Status Displays [configured] if all available wireless bands are configured. Displays
[unconfigured] if at least one wireless band is unconfigured.
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AOSS
AOSS status and settings.
Wireless -> AOSS (Router and Access Point Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
AOSS Status Displays current AOSS status. Click to disconnect AOSS connection when it is
enabled.
(SSID and encryption key will return to the previous setting.)
Allow WEP for Game
Consoles Only This allows game consoles which only support WEP to connect to the network.
AOSS Button on The
AirStation Unit If [Enable] is unchecked, only WPS runs when you press the button.
AOSS Client Information
Displays the information of the clients connected to this product via AOSS and
communicating with this product wirelessly.
Name
Displays the name of the clients.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of the clients.
Encryption Type
Displays the encryption type the clients can use.
Wireless
Displays current wireless method.
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MAC Filtering
Restrict access to specific wireless devices.
Wireless -> MAC Filtering
Parameter Meaning
Enforce MAC Filtering Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses.
Registration List Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect
wirelessly.
Edit Registration List Adds a wireless device to the list of permitted devices.
Enter MAC Addresses Enter a MAC address of a wireless device to permit to connect to the AirStation. Click
[Register] to add that MAC address to the list.
Connected Client’s List Display the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected to the AirStation.
Multicast Control
Configure restrictions on unnecessary multicast packets sent to the wireless LAN port.
Wireless -> Multicast Control
Parameter Meaning
Snooping If enabled, snooping supervises multicast administrative packets such as IGMP and
restricts unnecessary multicast transfers to wired or wireless ports.
Multicast Aging Time Set the time to hold the data from multicast snooping in the range of 1 to 3600
(seconds). Enter a value bigger than the IGMP/MLD query interval.
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Guest Account
Configure the AirStation’s guest account.
Wireless -> Guest Account (Router and Access Point Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Guest Account Enable or disable the guest account.
Guest User
Authentication This sets whether authentication is performed for users who use the guest account.
Guest Account LAN IP
Address This sets the LAN-side IP address for the guest account.
Guest Account DHCP
Server
This sets whether IP addresses are automatically assigned for devices connected to the
guest account.
Permitted Access Time Set the time frame for Internet access for the guest account.
SSID This sets the SSID for the guest account.
Wireless Authentication This sets whether wireless authentication is performed for the guest account.
Wireless Encryption This sets the wireless encryption system for the guest account.
WPA-PSK(Pre-shared
Key) This sets the wireless encryption key for the guest account.
Key Renewal Interval Set the update interval for the encryption key for the guest account.
Edit Guest User Click to register a user who is using the guest account.
Username This sets the name of the user using the guest account.
Password This sets the password of the user using the guest account.
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Wireless Bridge
Configure the AirStation’s wireless bridge.
Wireless -> Wireless Bridge (Wireless Bridge Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Wireless Bridge Status Displays wireless bridge status.
SSID Displays the master’s SSID.
Security Displays the type of security used by connection with the master.
Select 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz Set the priority for the connection with the master.
Wireless LAN Master
Settings When checked, the AirStation will use the wireless settings of the master device.
Main unit-side AOSS
Button Uncheck [Enable] to disable AOSS and WPS.
Manual Settings Click to search master devices. Select a master device and enter the encryption key.
PIN Code Method
Click [Start WPS by PIN] to issue PIN code and search master devices. Select a master
device and click [Run PIN] to start WPS. Register PIN code to the destination master
device within 2 minutes.
Pushbutton Method Click [Start WPS by pushbutton] to start WPS. Press master device’s AOSS/WPS button
within 2 minutes.
Execute AOSS Click to start AOSS. Press master device’s AOSS/WPS button within 2 minutes.
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Firewall
Configure the AirStation’s firewall.
Security -> Firewall (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Basic Rules
Enable to use any of the quick filters. Preconfigured quick filters include:
Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS routing
Enabling this blocks communication using these protocols from the WAN side to the
LAN side or from the LAN side to the Internet. You can configure this with PPPoE if
you select [Use PPPoE client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] for the method of acquiring IP
Address, or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup.
Reject ident requests
Enabling this option will answer ident requests from the Internet side with
corresponding rejection packets. Enable this option if you experienced slow transfer
speeds for network applications such as mail, ftp or web browsing. If you have
configured transfer of ident requests to the LAN-side computer in the address
translation settings (DMZ or TCP port 113), then that setting has higher priority, and
overrides this setting.
Block ping from Internet
If this is enabled, the AirStation will not respond to pings from the Internet side. You can
configure this with PPPoE if you select [Use PPPoE client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] for the
method of acquiring an IP address, or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during
setup.
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IP Filter
Edit IP filters.
Security -> IP Filter (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Action Specify how to process target packets.
Direction Specify the transmission direction of target packets.
IP Address Specify the sender’s IP address and receiver’s IP address of the target packets.
Protocol Select a protocol for target transmission packet.
IP Filter Display the list of IP filters which have been registered.
VPN Passthrough
Configure IPv6 passthrough, PPPoE passthrough, and PPTP passthrough.
Security -> VPN Passthrough (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
IPv6 Passthrough Enable to use IPv6 Passthrough for address translation.
PPPoE Passthrough
Enable to use PPPoE bridging. PPPoE bridging lets you automatically obtain an IP
address from your provider for your LAN-side computer using the PPPoE protocol
because PPPoE packets can pass between the Internet and LAN.
PPTP Passthrough Enable to use PPTP passthrough for address translation.
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Port Forwarding
Configure port translation.
Security -> Port Forwarding (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Group
Specify a group name for a new rule to belong to. Select [New Group] and enter the new
group name in the Group Name field to create a new group. A group name can include
up to 16 alphanumeric characters.
Internet-side IP Address Enter the Internet-side IP address (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
Protocol Select the Internet-side protocol (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
LAN-side IP Address Enter the LAN-side IP address (after translation) for the port translation table entry.
LAN-side Port Select the LAN-side (after translation) port number (1 - 65535) for the port translation
table entry.
Forwarded Ports Shows current entries in the port translation table.
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DMZ
Configure a destination for packets that don’t have a LAN-side destination.
Security -> DMZ (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Add IP Address to DMZ
Enter the IP address of the destination to which packets which are not routed by a port
translation table are forwarded.
Note:
RIP protocol packets (UDP port number 520) will not be forwarded.
UPnP
Configure UPnP (universal plug and play).
Security -> UPnP (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
UPnP Enable or disable universal plug and play (UPnP) functionality.
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Web Filtering and Parental Controls
Security -> Web Filtering and Parental Controls (Router Mode Only)
Norton ConnectSafe must be activated by customer. Use of Norton ConnectSafe is subject to the Terms of Service found
at
https://dns.norton.com/dnsweb/terms.do .
Parameter Meaning
Web Filtering and
Parental Controls Enable or disable content filter functionality.
Filter Level Select filter level. Level 3 is selected by default.
Websites Excluded from
Filter
Specify a list of websites that will be unaffected by the web filtering and parental
controls. Click [Add] and enter any website (up to 20 are allowed). You can edit or delete
entered entries.
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Parameter Meaning
Computers Excluded
from Filter
Set a list of computers on the network that will be unaffected by the web filtering
and Parental Controls. Click [Add] and enter a computer’s MAC address (up to 20 are
allowed). You can edit or delete entered entries.
Access Control
Select the computers on the network that will be subjected to the web filtering and
parental controls. Under target computer, enter the computer’s MAC address and click
[Add] to save it to the access control list.
Disk Management
View the status of and configure attached USB drives.
Applications -> Disk Management
Parameter Meaning
Automatic USB Drive
Assignment Enable or disable automatic USB drive assignment.
Advanced Check [Display] to display the advanced functionality.
Character Code for FAT Specify the file name character code used for FAT-formatting.
Sleep Mode Enable or disable sleep mode.
Sleep Mode Interval When the device is not used until the specified time frame, the device power will be off.
You can specify the time frame from 1 to 300 minutes.
Device Displays the manufacturer, product name and unit name of the connected USB devices.
Disk Assignment Select a number of the drive or [Do not assign].
Partition Information Displays partition information.
Refresh USB Devices Refreshes USB devices.
Modify Shared Folder Displays when you select a partition and click [Setting Changes]. Restricts the access to
the USB devices.
Shared Folder Name
The shared folder name may contain up to one-byte 18 alphanumeric characters, each
region’s characters, hyphens (-) and underscores (_). Do not use a symbol as the first
character.
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Parameter Meaning
Shared Folder
Description
The shared folder description may contain up to one-byte 75 alphanumeric characters,
each region’s characters, hyphens (-) and underscores (_).
Drive Partition Area Displays [Select], [Drive Partition Area], [Format] and [Used/Available] of devices and
partitions.
Disclosed to Select the functions used by registered shared folder.
Access Restrictions Configure access restriction settings by username.
WebAccess
If checked, WebAccess users will have the same permission via WebAccess that they do
locally.
If unchecked, WebAccess users will have the permission as read-only.
Current Users Displays the registered user information.
Add Click it to register new user.
Username
Enter an username to access the shared folder. You can enter 1 to 20 alphanumeric
characters, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and periods (.). Do not use a symbol as the first
character.
Password
Enter the password to access the shared folder. You can enter 1 to 20 alphanumeric
characters, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and periods (.). Do not use a symbol as the first
character.
User Description The user description may contain up to one-byte 75 alphanumeric characters, each
region’s characters, one-byte spaces, hyphens (-) and underscores (_).
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Sharing
Assign AirStation and workgroup names to access shared folders.
Applications -> Sharing
Parameter Meaning
Shared Folder Enable to make a USB drive available on your local network.
AirStation Name
Rename your AirStation if desired. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters, spaces, and
hyphens (-) may be used. The AirStation name is also used as the hostname that will be
used with the shared service. The shared service may not be available if you use over 15
alphanumeric characters in your AirStation’s name.
AirStation Description Describe the AirStation (optional). Up to 48 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-),
and underscores (_) may be used.
Workgroup Name Enter your workgroup name. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-),
underscores (_), and periods (.) may be used.
Windows Client
Language Select the language to be used by the Windows client.
Shared Service Displays the status of the USB drive that is used with the shared service.
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WebAccess
Configure WebAccess.
Applications -> WebAccess
Parameter Meaning
WebAccess Check [Enable] to use WebAccess.
Language Set the language to be used with WebAccess.
HTTPS/SSL Encryption Check [Enable] to use SSL encryption for protected data transfer.
WebAccess External
Port
Automatically sets the external port used for WebAccess. To select the port manually,
select [Manual].
DNS Service Hostname
Sets the DNS service hostname when WebAccess is activated. Select [Use BuffaloNAS.
com registration] to use WebAccess easily. You’ll have to configure a [BuffaloNAS.com
name] and [BuffaloNAS.com key] to use BuffaloNAS.com. 3 - 20 alphanumeric characters,
spaces, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and period (.), may be used in the BuffaloNAS.com
name. 3 - 20 alphanumeric characters, spaces, hyphens (-), underscores (_) and period (.),
may be used in the BuffaloNAS.com key.
Note:
The registered name is deleted from the server if the AirStation is disconnected from
power, even for a moment.
WebAccess Displays the status of WebAccess.
External Port Status Displays the status of the external port.
BuffaloNAS.com Displays the status of BuffaloNAS.com.
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Media Server
Media Server settings.
Applications -> Media Server
Parameter Meaning
Media Server Enable to use the media server.
Status Displays the status of the media server.
BitTorrent
Configure the BitTorrent client.
Applications -> BitTorrent
Parameter Meaning
BitTorrent
Enable to use the BitTorrent client. If the BitTorrent client is enabled, overall
communication performance may decrease and settings screens may respond slower. If
that happens, reformat the USB disk with XFS. That may help performance.
External Port Number Select an external port number.
Bandwidth Restriction Set a bandwidth limit for BitTorrent.
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Parameter Meaning
Download Manager Displays the BitTorrent download manager screen. Add a torrent, then click [Add] to
download the file(s).
Delete All Torrents Deletes all files, including the torrent files and files which are currently downloading.
Downloaded files are not deleted.
BitTorrent Status Displays the status of the BitTorrent client.
BitTorrent External Port
Status Display the external port status of the BitTorrent client.
You can download the latest Windows BitTorrent client from www.bittorrent.com.
QoS
Configure priority control QoS settings and check the status.
Applications -> QoS (Router Mode Only)
Parameter Meaning
Priority Control QoS Enable or disable QoS.
Optimize for Select a policy for communication.
Manual These settings will be used when [Manual] is selected from the [Optimize for] field
above.
Manual Entry Displays manually registered rule information.
Add Click to register new user. You can register up to 20 users.
Name Enter the name of the setting.
Priority Select a priority for the setting.
Protocol Select a target protocol.
Remote Settings Specify the WAN-side server setting.
Local Settings Specify the LAN-side device.
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eco Mode
Configure eco Mode from this screen.
Applications -> eco Mode
Parameter Meaning
Power Saving Enable to schedule eco Mode. If eco Mode is enabled, AOSS will function only when the
AirStation is in normal operating mode.
Custom Mode Individual power saving elements may be configured for custom mode.
Weekly Schedule Graphically displays the configured schedule.
Schedule Entry Configure operational mode for time periods in the weekly schedule.
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Network USB
Network USB allows a computer on the wired or wireless LAN to connect to a USB device connected to the AirStation
as though it were directly connected to the computer. Printers connected in this way support 2-way communication, so
ink-level notifications and similar functions will work normally. Only one computer can connect to the USB device at a
time.
Note:
Network USB is recommended for printer use. Other USB devices are not supported at this time.
Applications -> Network USB
Parameter Meaning
Network USB
The USB Device Server allows a computer on the wired or wireless LAN to connect to
a USB device connected to the AirStation as though it were directly connected to the
computer. Disable to reduce the load on the NAS, improve performance, or for security
reasons.
Use Multifunction
Printer
This uses a multifunction printer supporting mass storage classes as a printer. Disable if
using as a NAS instead.
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System
Configure basic AirStation settings.
Admin -> System
Parameter Meaning
AirStation Name Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters
and hyphens (-).
Administrator The name of the administrator account is “admin”.
Administrator Password The administrator password may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and
underscores (_).
Prohibit configuration
from wireless LAN
If enabled, prevents access to configuration interface from wirelessly connected devices
(only wired devices may configure).
Prohibit configuration
from wired LAN
If enabled, prevents access to configuration interface from wired devices (only wirelessly
connected devices may configure).
Permit configuration
from wired Internet
If enabled, allows access to configuration interface from network devices on the WAN
(Internet) side.
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Parameter Meaning
Permitted IP address Displayed only if Internet-side configuration is enabled. Enter the IP address of a device
that is permitted to configure the AirStation remotely from the WAN (Internet) side.
Permitted Port Displayed only if Internet-side configuration is enabled. Set a port number (1 - 65535) to
configure the AirStation from the WAN (Internet) side.
NTP Functionality Enable to use an NTP server.
NTP Server
Enter the name of the NTP server as a hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP
address. Up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be
used. The default is [time.nist.gov].
Update Interval How often will the AirStation check the NTP server for the correct time? Intervals of 1 -
24 hours may be set. The default is 24 hours.
Local Date You may manually set the date of the AirStation’s internal clock.
Local Time You may manually set the time of the AirStation’s internal clock.
Time Zone Specify the time zone (offset of greenwich mean time) of the AirStation’s internal clock.
DST (Daylight Saving
Time)
You may configure the AirStation to automatically use DST (daylight saving time). If
selected, the AirStation will automatically adjust the time at the beginning and end of
DST.
Syslog Settings
Transfer the AirStation’s logs to a syslog server.
Admin -> Syslog Settings
Parameter Meaning
Transfer Logs Enable to send logs to a syslog server.
Syslog Server Identify the syslog server by hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP address. You
may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).
Logs Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server.
Detailed logs Choose which detailed logs will be transferred to the syslog server.
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Reset / Reboot
Save and restore this product’s settings, and also initialize and restart this product.
Admin -> Reset / Reboot
Parameter Meaning
Operation
Select an operation.
Save settings
Save this product’s settings to a file. Click [Execute]. You can encrypt the setting file by
checking [Use Password] and clicking [Execute].
Restore settings
Restore this product’s settings from the setting file. Click [Browse...] and specify a setting
file, then click [Execute]. If the setting file is encrypted, check [Use Password] and click
[Execute].
Initialize AirStation
Initialize and restart this product. Click [Execute].
Restart Click it to restart this product.
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Update
Update the AirStation’s firmware.
Admin -> Update
Parameter Meaning
Firmware Version Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation.
Update Method [Specify a local file] updates from a firmware file stored on your computer. [Automatic
update] updates to the latest firmware automatically.
Firmware File Name
Click [Browse...] to navigate to the firmware file on your computer if [Specify a local file]
is selected. You don’t need to specify the firmware location if you’re using [Automatic
update]. Click [Update Firmware] to update the firmware.
Automatic Update
Check If enabled, you’ll be notified in Settings when a new firmware is available.
Daily Check Time This sets the interval for checking whether a new firmware version has been released.
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System Information
View system information for the AirStation.
Status -> System Information
Parameter Meaning
Model Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version.
AirStation Name Displays the name of the AirStation.
Mode Displays the AirStation’s current operational mode.
Internet Displays information about the Internet port.
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Parameter Meaning
LAN Displays information about the LAN port.
Wireless (5 GHz)
Wireless (2.4 GHz) Displays the wireless status.
Guest Account Displays information about the guest account.
NAS Displays information about the USB drive.
Web Filtering and
Parental Controls This indicates the operating status of the parental controls.
eco Mode This indicates the operating status of eco Mode.
Logs
The AirStation’s logs are recorded here.
Status -> Logs
Parameter Meaning
Display logs Choose the types of logs to display.
Logs Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation.
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Packets
View packet transfer information.
Status -> Packets
Parameter Meaning
Sent Displays the number of packets sent to the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN.
Received Displays the number of packets received from the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN.
Ping
A ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device.
Status -> Ping
Parameter Meaning
Destination Address Enter the IP address or hostname of the device that you are testing communication with,
then click [Execute]. The result will be displayed below.
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Chapter 3 - Wireless
Wireless Options
You may use any of the following methods to connect devices to the AirStation wirelessly.
Manual Configuration
On your device, search for available networks and find the AirStation. If a password is required, enter the AirStation’s
encryption key.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS is an automatic connection method created by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Two different versions of WPS are supported:
pushbutton and PIN. For pushbutton, start WPS on your client device, then press the AOSS button on the AirStation.
Alternately, if your wireless client has a WPS PIN, you may use the Client Manager to enter the PIN in the AirStation. With
either of these methods, a wireless connection will be established automatically within a couple of minutes.
Notes:
• WPS supports Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista Service Pack 2 only.
• Mac OS is not supported.
AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System)
AOSS is a proprietary system by Buffalo that lets you set up a secure wireless connection with the push of a button. Press
your device’s and the AirStation’s AOSS buttons and a secure wireless connection will be configured automatically.
Notes:
• To use AOSS with a Windows PC, install Client Manager.
• To use AOSS with Mac, install AOSS Assistant.
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Advanced Wireless Configuration
Manual Configuration (SSID and Password)
1 Click the wireless icon.
2 Select your AirStation’s SSID from the list.
Note:
Your AirStation’s default SSID and encryption key are on the setup card stored in the base of the AirStation.
3 Enter the AirStation’s encryption key.
4 The connection will be established.
Automatic Secure Setup (WPS)
1 Click the wireless icon.
2 Select your AirStation’s SSID from the list.
Note:
Your AirStation’s default SSID is on the setup card stored in the base of the AirStation.
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3 Without entering a password, press the AOSS button on the AirStation.
Notes:
• WPS supports Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista Service Pack 2 only.
• Mac OS is not supported.
4 The connection will be established.
Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS)
1 Windows users should download Client Manager from Buffalo’s website and install it.
Mac users should download AOSS Assistant and install it.
2 Initiate AOSS from Client Manager or AOSS Assistant.
3 Press your AirStation’s AOSS button.
4 The connection will be established.
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Adding an AirStation to an Existing Wireless Network as a
Client
In a network that already has a wireless access point, the AirStation can serve as a wireless client. It can connect
wirelessly to the existing wireless network and other devices can be connected to its Ethernet ports.
To configure the AirStation as a wireless client, navigate to [Wireless] > [Wireless Bridge] in Settings.
Under “Manual Connection”, click [Configure].
Select your access point from the list of detected wireless devices. Select settings for “Wireless Authentication” and
“Encryption” to match the AP’s settings, then click [OK]. The AirStation is now connected as a wireless client, and
Ethernet devices connected to it can use the AP’s Internet connection.
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Chapter 4 - Utilities
How to Download Utilities
You can download utilities for your AirStation from Buffalo’s website.
WZR-1750DHP: http://d.buffalo.jp/wzr-1750dhp/
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List of Utilities with Description of Each
AirStation Configuration Tool
You can enter the AirStation’s settings and change IP address with this tool.
Compatible with:
Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4
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Network-USB Navigator
You can use a printer connected to the AirStation’s USB port via any computer in your network with this software.
Note:
Concurrent use by multiple computers is not supported.
Compatible with:
Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4
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Client Manager
Use this software to let your Windows PC connect to the AirStation with AOSS.
Client Manager V supports Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista.
Client Manager 3 supports Windows XP.
Note:
If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Config is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use
Wireless Zero Config, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation.
Compatible with:
Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
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AOSS Assistant
Use this software to let your Mac connect to the AirStation with AOSS.
Compatible with:
OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4
WLAN Monitor
You can check the radio wave condition, connection speed, signal quality, and signal level with this tool.
Compatible with:
OS X 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4
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Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting
Finding Your AirStation on the Network
By default, your AirStation is accessible on your local network at the IP address 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask
255.255.255.0. If this address has been changed and you don’t know the new address, you can reset the AirStation to its
default settings by holding down the reset button for 3 seconds.
You can also find your AirStation on the network with the AirStation Configuration Tool. This software will detect
AirStations on your network and give you the IP address and MAC address of each.
Eliminating Dead Spots in Wireless Coverage
If there are spots in your house with poor wireless coverage, try moving your AirStation. Sometimes even moving
it a few feet can eliminate dead spots in the area. Also, in Settings, make sure that the wireless output power of the
AirStation is set to 100% for maximum range.
If Your Wireless Connection Is Not Stable
Many household devices such as microwaves and cordless phones can interfere with some channels of the spectrum
available for the AirStation. If your wireless connection is unstable, change the wireless channel setting to [auto
channel] for both the AirStation and your wireless client device. The AirStation will then choose the clearest channel
automatically.
Make sure that the 5 GHz band is enabled. The WZR-1750DHP is a dual band router, and either band will work well, but
the 5 GHz band will usually have less interference.
Basic Router Troubleshooting
If your router is not behaving normally, begin by using the resetting all settings. With the unit connected to power, hold
down the reset button for 3 seconds. This will reset all settings to their defaults. The local IP address of the router will
now be 192.168.11.1 with a 255.255.255.0 subnet mask.
Connect your PC to one of the Ethernet ports on the router. Give the computer a manual (fixed) IP address on the same
subnet as the router such as 192.168.11.2. Set the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0.
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Open a browser (such as Firefox) on your computer and type 192.168.11.1 into the URL window. Click [Go]. The router’s
settings page should open.
Enter the router’s username and password (“admin” and “password” by default).
You should now be able to reconfigure your settings and change your password for the router.
Basic Router Troubleshooting from a Mac
If your router is not behaving normally, begin by using the resetting all settings. With the unit connected to power, hold
down the reset button for 3 seconds. This will reset all settings to their defaults. The local IP address of the router will
now be 192.168.11.1 with a 255.255.255.0 subnet mask.
Connect your Mac to one of the Ethernet ports on the router. In System Preferences - Network - Ethernet, give the
computer a manual (fixed) IP address on the same subnet as the router such as 192.168.11.2. Set the subnet mask to
255.255.255.0.
If your Mac doesn’t have an Ethernet port, connect it to the AirStation wirelessly instead. The AirStation’s default SSID
and passphrase are printed on the setup card in the bottom of the router. Use this information to connect wirelessly.
Then, give the computer a fixed IP address on the same subnet as the router such as 192.168.11.2 and set the subnet
mask to 255.255.255.0.
Open a browser (such as Safari) on your computer and type 192.168.11.1 into the URL window. Click [Go]. The router’s
settings page should open.
Enter the router’s username and password (“admin” and “password” by default).
You should now be able to reconfigure your settings and change your password for the router.
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Appendix A - Supplemental Information
Package contents
The following items are included in your AirStation package. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender.
AirStation.....................................................1
AirStation setup card...............................1
AC adapter...................................................1
AC power cable..........................................1
Stands...........................................................2
Screws for wall-mounting.....................2
Ethernet cable...........................................1
Quick setup guide...................................1
Warranty statement................................1
Factory Default Settings
Feature Parameter Default Setting
Internet
Method of Acquiring IP Address Internet Connection Wizard
Default Gateway -
DNS Name Server Address -
Internet MAC Address Use default MAC address
MTU Size of Internet Port 1500 Bytes
PPPoE
Default PPPoE Connection No active session.
IP Unnumbered PPPoE
Connection No active session.
PPPoE Connection List Settings are not registered.
Preferred Connections Route is not registered.
Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNS Service Disabled
PPTP
PPTP Server Disabled
Authentication Type MS-CHAPv2 (40/128-bit Encryption)
Server IP Address Auto
Client IP Address Auto
DNS Server IP Address LAN-side IP address of the AirStation
WINS Server IP Address -
MTU/MRU Value 1396
PPTP User List No registered users.
NAT Address Translation Enabled
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Feature Parameter Default Setting
LAN
LAN-side IP Address IP address: 192.168.11.1
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
DHCP Server Enabled
DHCP IP Address Pool 192.168.11.2 for up to 64 address(es)
LAN-side IP Address (For IP
Unnumbered) -
Advanced Settings Not display
Lease Period 48 hour(s)
Default Gateway AirStation’s IP address
DNS Servers AirStation’s IP address
WINS Server Do not specify
Domain Name Assigned domain name
DHCP Lease Current DHCP Clients -
Routing Routing No routes are registered.
2.4 GHz
5 GHz
Wireless Enabled
Wireless Channel Auto Channel
High-Speed Mode 2.4 GHz: 216.7 Mbps (20 MHz)
5 GHz: 1300 Mbps (80 MHz)
Broadcast SSID Allow
SSID 1 Use
SSID Isolation Not used
SSID Use AirStation’s MAC address
Wireless Authentication WPA2-PSK or No Authentication
Encryption Wireless Data AES or No Encryption
WPA-PSK (Pre-shared Keys)
A 8-digit random value or disabled
(Printed on the setup card. Encryption is disabled in default
settings on AirStation for Asia Pacific.)
Key Renewal Interval 0 minutes
SSID 2 Not used
SSID Isolation Not used
SSID Use AirStation’s MAC address
WEP Encryption Key Settings -
BSS BasicRateSet 2.4 GHz: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
5 GHz: 6, 12, 24 Mbps
Multicast Rate Auto
802.11n Protection Not used
DTIM Period 1
Wireless Client Isolation Not used
Output Power 100%
WMM Settings Not displayed
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Feature Parameter Default Setting
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_BK (Low))
For AP For STA
CWmin 15 15
CWmax 1023 1023
AIFSN 7 7
TXOP Limit 0 0
Admission Control ----- Disabled
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_BE (Nomal))
For AP For STA
CWmin 15 15
CWmax 63 1023
AIFSN 3 3
TXOP Limit 0 0
Admission Control ----- Disabled
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_VI (High))
For AP For STA
CWmin 7 7
CWmax 15 15
AIFSN 1 2
TXOP Limit 94 94
Admission Control ----- Disabled
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_VO (Highest))
For AP For STA
CWmin 3 3
CWmax 7 7
AIFSN 1 2
TXOP Limit 47 47
Admission Control ----- Disabled
WPS
WPS Enabled
External Registrar Enabled
AirStation PIN An 8-digit random value
(Printed on the label of the AirStation)
Enrollee PIN -
WPS Security Settings
WPS Status:
Configured
SSID:
BUFFALO-A-XXXX (the last 4 digits of the AirStation’s MAC
address).
BUFFALO-G-XXXX (the last 4 digits of the AirStation’s MAC
address).
Security:
WPA2-PSK AES or none
Encryption Key:
Either an 8-digit random value or disabled. Printed on the
setup card. Encryption is disabled by default settings on
AirStation for Asia Pacific.
AOSS
AOSS Status Not in use
Allow WEP for Game Consoles
Only Disabled
AOSS Button on The AirStation
Unit Enabled
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Feature Parameter Default Setting
MAC Filtering Enforce MAC Filtering Disabled
Registration List No Registered MAC address
Multicast
Control
Snooping Enabled
Multicast Aging Time 300 Sec.
Guest Account
Guest Account Disabled
Guest User Authentication Disabled
Guest Account LAN IP Address Auto
Permitted Access Time 3 hours
SSID Use AirStation’s MAC address
Wireless Authentication No Authentication
Wireless Encryption No Encryption
Show Guests No registered guest users.
Firewall Basic Rules
Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS routing:
Disabled
Reject ident requests:
Enabled
Block ping from Internet:
Enabled
IP Filter IP Filter No IP filters have been configured yet.
VPN
Passthrough
IPv6 Passthrough Disabled
PPPoE Passthrough Disabled
PPTP Passthrough Enabled
Port Forwarding Forwarded Ports Port forwarding has not been set up yet.
DMZ Add IP Address to DMZ -
UPnP UPnP Enabled
Web Filtering
and Parental
Controls
Web Filtering and Parental
Controls -
Disk
Management
Automatic USB Drive
Assignment Enabled
Advanced Not Displayed
Character Code for FAT North America (CP437)
Sleep Mode Disabled
Current Users No users registered.
Sharing
Shared Folder Enabled
AirStation Name AP + AirStation’s MAC Address
AirStation Description -
Workgroup Name WORKGROUP
Windows Client Language North America (CP437)
WebAccess
WebAccess Disabled
HTTPS/SSL Encryption Disabled
WebAccess External Port Auto
DNS Server Hostname Use BuffaloNAS.com registration
Media Server Media Server Disabled
BitTorrent
BitTorrent Disabled
External Port Number Auto
Bandwidth Restriction Disabled
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Feature Parameter Default Setting
QoS
Priority Control QoS Disabled
Optimize for Video
Manual
Video:
Ultra Premium - High Bandwidth
Conference:
Premium - Low Latency, Medium Bandwidth
Gaming:
Premium - Low Latency, 320 Kbps Bandwidth
Audio:
Above Average, 320 Kbps Bandwidth
Browsing:
Standard, Best Availability
Download:
Junk, Lowest Priority
Manual Entry No user settings available.
eco Mode
Power Saving Disabled
LED Off
Wired LAN eco
Wireless LAN Off
Weekly Schedule -
Mode Normal
Start Time 0:00
End Time 0:30
Day of Week -
Network USB Network USB Enabled
Use Multifunction Printer Enabled
System
AirStation Name AP + AirStation’s MAC Address
Administrator admin (fixed)
Administrator Password password
Access
Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN:
Disabled
Prohibit configuration from wired LAN:
Disabled
Permit configuration from wired Internet:
Disabled
NTP Functionality Enabled
NTP Server time.nist.gov
Update Interval 24 hours
Local Date 2013 Year 1 Month 1 Day
Local Time 0 Hour 0 Minute 0 Seconds
Time Zone (GMT - 06:00) Central Standard Time: CST
DST (Daylight Saving Time) USA (from second Sunday in Mar to first Sunday in Nov)
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Feature Parameter Default Setting
Syslog Settings
Transfer Logs Disabled
Syslog Server -
Logs
Address Translation, IP Filter, Firewall, PPP Client,
Dynamic DNS, DHCP Client, DHCP Server, AOSS, Wireless,
Authentication, Setting Changes, System Boot, NTP Client,
Wired, USB, System
Detailed logs -
Update
Firmware
Update Method Specify a local file
Firmware File Name -
Automatic Update Check Enabled
Daily Check Time Automatic
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Technical Specifications
Wireless LAN Interface
Standard Compliance IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) / IEEE 802.11n / IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11b
Transmission Method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO
Frequency Range Available frequencies depend on the country of purchase.
Transmission Rate 802.11ac
(Draft)
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 20 MHz BW <Long GI>:
260/234/195/175.5/156/117/78/58.5/39/19.5 Mbps (3 stream)
156/130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13 Mbps (2 stream)
78/65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 20 MHz BW <Short GI>:
288.9/260/216.7/195/173.3/130/86.7/65/43.3/21.7 Mbps (3 stream)
173.3/144.4/130/115.6/86.7/57.8/43.3/28.9/14.4 Mbps (2 stream)
86.7/72.2/65/57.8/43.3/28.9/21.7/14.4/7.2 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 40 MHz BW <Long GI>:
540/486/405/364.5/324/243/162/121.5/81/40.5 Mbps (3 stream)
360/324/270/243/216/162/108/81/54/27 Mbps (2 stream)
180/162/135/121.5/108/81/54/40.5/27/13.5 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 40 MHz BW <Short GI>:
600/540/450/405/360/270/180/135/90/45 Mbps (3 stream)
400/360/300/270/240/180/120/90/60/30 Mbps (2 stream)
200/180/150/135/120/90/60/45/30/15 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 80 MHz BW <Long GI>:
1170/1053/877.5/702/526.5/351/263.3/175.5/87.8 Mbps (3 stream)
780/702/585/526.5/468/351/234/175.5/117/58.5 Mbps (2 stream)
390/351/292.5/263.3/234/175.5/117/87.8/58.5/29.3 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft) 80 MHz BW <Short GI>:
1300/1170/975/780/585/390/292.5/195/97.5 Mbps (3 stream)
866.7/780/650/585/520/390/260/195/130/65 Mbps (2 stream)
433.3/390/325/292.5/260/195/130/97.5/65/32.5 Mbps (1 stream)
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Transmission Rate 802.11
n/a/b/g
IEEE 802.11n 20 MHz BW <Long GI>:
195/175.5/156/117/78/58.5/39/19.5 Mbps (3 stream)
130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13 Mbps (2 stream)
65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11n 20 MHz BW <Short GI>:
216.7/195/173.3/130/86.7/65/43.3/21.7 Mbps (3 stream)
144.4/130/115.6/86.7/57.8/43.3/28.9/14.4 Mbps (2 stream)
72.2/65/57.8/43.3/28.9/21.7/14.4/7.2 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11n 40 MHz BW <Long GI>:
405/364.5/324/243/162/121.5/81/40.5 Mbps (3 stream)
270/243/216/162/108/81/54/27 Mbps (2 stream)
135/121.5/108/81/54/40.5/27/13.5 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11n 40 MHz BW <Short GI>:
450/405/360/270/180/135/90/45 Mbps (3 stream)
300/270/240/180/120/90/60/30 Mbps (2 stream)
150/135/120/90/60/45/30/15 Mbps (1 stream)
IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11g:
54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps
IEEE 802.11b:
11/5.5/2/1 Mbps
Access Mode Infrastructure Mode
Security AOSS, WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK, WPA2-PSK (AES), WPA-PSK (AES), 64-bit or 128-bit WEP,
Mac Address Filter
Wired LAN Interface
Standard Compliance IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T) / IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX) / IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T)
Transmission Rate 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps
Transmission Encoding 1000BASE-T 4DPAM5, 100BASE-TX 4B5B/MLT-3, 10BASE-T Manchester Coding
Access Method CSMA/CD
Speed and Flow Control 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps, Auto Sensing, Auto MDIX
Number of LAN Ports 4
USB Interface
Interface USB 3.0
USB 2.0
Connector Type USB 3.0 x 1
USB 2.0 x 1
Other
Power Supply External AC 100-240 V Universal, 50/60 Hz
(Asian Power Devices Inc. DA-48Q12)
Power Consumption About 18.2 W (Max)
Dimensions 212.2 x 183.2 x 34 mm (8.4 x 7.2 x 1.3 in.)
Weight 580 g (20.5 oz.)
Operating Environment 0 - 40° C (32 - 104° F), 20 - 80% (non-condensing)
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Shared Folders and USB Ports
There are several restrictions on using the AirStation’s USB port:
• When using two-byte characters (such as Japanese), keep folder and file names within 80 characters. You may not be
able to copy a folder or a file whose name length is more than 80 characters.
• You cannot set attributes (hidden or read-only) for folders or files on the AirStation.
• When using access restrictions, you can register up to 16 users for the AirStation.
• Please note that you are not allowed to use any of the following words as a user or group name: adm, administrator,
all, bin, daemon, disk, ftp, guest, halt, hdusers, kmen, lp, mail, man, news, nobody, nogroup, none, operator, root,
shadow, shutdown, sshd, sync, sys, ttyusers, utmp, uucp, www.
• Please note that you are not allowed to use any of the following words as a shared folder name: global, homes,
printers, bittorrent, disk1_pt1, disk1_pt2, disk1_pt3, disk1_pt4, disk2_pt1, disk2_pt2, disk2_pt3, disk2_pt4, disk3_pt1,
disk3_pt2, disk3_pt3, disk3_pt4, disk4_pt1, disk4_pt2, disk4_pt3, disk4_pt4.
• If a file created on a Mac contains any of the following characters, it will not be displayed correctly under Windows.
Also, you cannot copy or properly display a file when connecting via SMB from Mac OS if it contains any of these
characters:
? [ ] / ¥ = + < > ; : “ , | *
• Cancelling or aborting a file copy may leave the file incomplete, and you may no longer be able to delete the
incomplete file. This can also happen during a power outage or if the LAN cable is suddenly disconnected. If it
happens, restart the AirStation, delete the file, and try copying the file again.
• Use the same username and password for the AirStation as the user’s Windows login. If they are different, the user
may not be able to access shared folders with access restrictions on the AirStation.
• Date and time stamps stored on the USB hard drive may be updated by the OS accessing the AirStation. File creation
or access dates may not be maintained.
• If you view the size of a hard drives on the browser, it shows a bigger value than when you see it in Windows’ drive
properties. This is because the browser shows the size of the drive in gigabytes but Windows shows it in gibibytes.
• If you have logged in using a “guest” account from Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Windows
2000, access restrictions may not work properly. A (different) guest account already exists on the AirStation.
• If you access a shared folder from a Mac, additional Mac OS information files may be automatically generated. Do not
delete these files from a Windows computer. Otherwise, you may no longer be able to access folders from a Mac.
• Device types that can be connected to the AirStation’s USB connector are USB hard drives, USB memory sticks,
USB printer, or USB card readers. Card readers with 5 or more slots are not supported. USB devices such as a digital
cameras, CD/DVD drives, mice, or keyboards are not supported.
• Encrypted USB hard drives are not supported.
• If your hard drive has an auto power mode switch, move the switch to [manual] or [on]. Leaving the switch set to
[auto] may result in unpredictable behavior.
• Up to 4 partitions can be recognized on a USB hard drive.
• Available file systems for USB hard drives are FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, and XFS.
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GPL Information
The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp/ .
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Appendix B - Tutorials
Configuring the AirStation for Optimal Performance and Security
Some basic configuration tips to help improve your router performance and security.
Performance
• Put the AirStation in an elevated spot near the center of your house or coverage area, but away from other devices
that might cause interference.
• Experiment with strategic locations to improve signal strength. To reduce interference, keep the router away from
cordless phones and microwaves.
• In populated areas, leave automatic channel selection enabled and use 20 MHz wide channels. In less crowded areas,
40 MHz wide channels may offer better performance.
• Use QoS (quality of service) to give priority to services that need the most data.
Security
• Use AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) as the encryption. WEP offers virtually no protection at all.
• Enable the built-in AirStation firewall to prevent certain types of network traffic from reaching your computer.
• Enable IP filtering to control what IP traffic to allow into and out of your network for further access control.
• If you are using an unsecure network (e.g. WEP) and you wish to keep that access point separate from the rest of the
network, enable SSID isolation. The unsecure router will still be able to access the Internet, but will be kept separate
from the rest of the network.
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Sharing a Printer
A USB printer attached to the AirStation can be made available to the network for wireless printing. You will need to
download and install the Network-USB Navigator application from the Buffalo website.
Before proceeding, make sure the printer is installed on your PC with the correct printer drivers/software. If the PC does
not have the required drivers, even if Network-USB Navigator detects the printer you will not be able to print to the
device.
Enabling Network USB on the AirStation
1 Open the AirStation’s settings and click [Advanced Settings].
2 Navigate to [Applications] > [Network USB].
3 Enable [Network USB]. If the printer has multiple functions (e.g. scanning), enable multi-function as well.
Installing and Using Network-USB Navigator
1 Download the Network-USB Navigator software from the Buffalo website.
2 Open the application and install it on your PC, following the directions on the screen.
3 Connect the USB printer to the AirStation. Make sure the printer is powered on.
4 Open Network-USB Navigator. The printer should appear as a network device.
5 Select the printer and click [Connect].
The printer should now be connected and available for wireless printing.
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Configuring Parental Controls
You can apply website content filters and control access to computers on your network. You can access parental control
settings by the clicking [Advanced Settings], then navigating to [Security] > [Web Filtering and Parental Controls].
You must first accept the Symantec terms of use before you can use Parental Controls.
Content Filter
You can enable the content filter to block objectionable websites. You can select a filter level to set what kind of sites are
blocked by the AirStation.
To configure the content filter:
1 On the parental control page, click [Enable] next to “Web Filtering and Parental Controls”.
2 Select the filter level.
3 Click [Apply].
Websites Excluded from Filter
Excluded websites can be accessed regardless of the content filter in place. You can register up to 20 excluded sites. To
add a website:
1 On the Parental Controls page, click [Add] under “Websites Excluded from Filter” to open “Exclude Websites” page.
2 Enter a website URL (e.g. www.google.com).
3 Click [Add].
You will be returned to the Parental Controls page and the site will be displayed under “Websites Excluded from Filter”.
You can click [Edit] to make any changes, or [Delete] to remove the entry.
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Computers Excluded from Filter
Excluded computers can access any website without being affected by the content filter. You can register up to 20
excluded computers. To add a computer:
1 On “Parental Controls” page, click [Add] under “Computers Excluded from Filter” to open “Exclude Computers” page.
2 Enter a computer’s MAC address. If you need help locating a computer’s MAC address, consult the computer’s
manual.
3 Click [Add].
You will be returned to the Parental Controls page and the computer will be displayed under “Computers Excluded from
Filter”. You can click [Edit] to make any changes, or [Delete] to remove the entry.
Finding a Computer’s MAC Address
Use the following steps to locate a computer’s MAC address.
1 On your PC desktop, click Start and type “cmd” into the search bar.
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2 The command prompt appears. Type “ipconfig /all” and hit Enter.
3 Locate the physical address. This is the computer’s MAC address.
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Access Control
Access control lets you set up a schedule that dictates when a target computer on the network can (or cannot) access
the Internet. You can have up to 20 network computers under access control.
1 On the parental control page, click [Add] to open “Access Control” page.
2 Under “Target Computer”, enter the computer’s MAC address.
3 For the added computer, select [Internet Access] or [No Internet Access].
4 Set the “Start Time”, “End Time”, and “Day”(s) for the computer’s “Permitted Access Time”. “0” refers to midnight.
For example, if you set Computer A to have “Internet Access” from 7:00-10:00 on Thursday and Saturday, then
Computer A can only access the Internet during those times and would not be able to get online during other
times.
5 Click [Edit Permitted Access Time] to save the change.
6 You can make additional changes to the schedule if needed by repeating steps 3-5.
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7 Click [Add].
You will be returned to the Parental Controls page and the computer will be displayed under the “Access Control List”.
You can click [Edit] to modify the permitted access time or other settings, or [Delete] to remove the entry.
Port Forwarding Basics
Port forwarding is a way of configuring the AirStation so that incoming data is automatically directed to specific IP
addresses on the network based on the data type.
Common Uses
Port forwarding allows computers outside your network to access computers on your LAN.
Some applications require port forwarding. For example, if you set up a game server, people outside the network will
need to join your server to play the game with you. But the AirStation will automatically block all outside attempts to
connect to your LAN. By setting a port number (the port receiving all the connection requests) and the IP address of
your game server, the AirStation can then automatically direct the connection requests to the game server, allowing
others to join and play.
You will need to know specific ports and corresponding protocols to successfully configure port forwarding. Most
network applications and services will have the required ports and protocols in their user documentation.
Security
The risk of having a port “open” to the Internet depends entirely on the application using the open port. If no application
is currently connected to the port, all communications to the port will be ignored. Enabling a firewall or other security
application will help reduce security risk.
UPnP
For the most part, manually configuring port forwarding rules is unnecessary with the advent of UPnP (universal plug
and play). UPnP is a protocol that allows a connecting application or device to automatically request and configure a
port for you.
Many applications require that UPnP be enabled both in the application’s configuration and on the router. You can
enable UPnP on this AirStation by opening “Advanced Settings”, then navigating to [Security] > [UPnP].
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Setting Up Port Forwarding Rules
If UPnP is enabled, most programs will configure this for you automatically. Otherwise, you can manually set rules
for port forwarding. You can access port forwarding options by opening “Advanced Settings” and then navigating to
[Security] > [Port Forwarding].
Creating Port Forwarding Rules
The AirStation can register up to 32 rules. Rules can be managed using the group feature.
Once a group has been created, you can add additional port forwarding rules to that group. You can also turn the group
of rules on or off as needed, or select a group of port forwarding rules to be disabled.
1 Create a new group name or add to an existing group.
2 Specify the WAN-side IP address the AirStation will forward ports from. Using the AirStation’s Internet IP address is
highly recommended, but you can manually enter an IP address.
3 Select a protocol and its corresponding port from the dropdown menu. For example, selecting HTTP will
automatically select TCP port 80. If you select any other protocol, you must select a valid port (from 1-65535)
as well. The default is TCP/UDP, along with a list of common protocols. If selected, the protocols will use a
corresponding port. You can also select “Manual” to manually enter a protocol and its corresponding port.
4 Enter the LAN–side IP address of the network computer to receive the forwarded data.
5 Enter the LAN-side port. This port will almost always be the same as the port set under “Protocol”. If the port is
different, this port will be used to route traffic on the LAN rather than the WAN port. As before, you can select a
port from 1-65535.
Once the rule has been added, it will be displayed under the “Forwarded Ports” section.
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Managing Port Forwarding Rules
Individual rules cannot be turned off. Only a rule group can be shut off. You can click [Edit] to make any changes to
individual rules, or [Delete] to remove the rule entry.
Configuring a USB Drive as a NAS
You can use a USB drive as a network-attached storage (NAS) device by plugging it into the AirStation. The files on the
device can then be accessed from anywhere on the network.
Note: Not all USB drives are compatible with the AirStation.
Setting Up the NAS
Make sure the USB drive is powered on.
1 Connect the USB drive to the AirStation.
2 On a computer, open Settings and enter “Advanced Settings”.
3 Navigate to [Applications] > [Disk Management].
4 Enable “Automatic USB Disk Assignment”.
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Formatting the Drive
1 On the disk management page, click “Partition1”.
2 AirStation does not support ext3 or NTFS format drives. If the USB drive is in one of those formats, click [Format] to
open “Format Disk” page.
3 Select a format type and click [Execute format] to format the drive. Formatting will erase all data on the drive, so
back up any important data beforehand.
User Access
Set user access restrictions for the drive.
1 On the disk management page, click “Partition1”.
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2 Click [Setting Changes].
3 Select the type of access to be given to users and click [Save].
To create new users, click [Add] from the disk management page.
Enable Sharing
Enable sharing so the drive is accessible by other users on the network.
1 Navigate to [Applications] > [Sharing].
2 Enable “Shared Folder” for the NAS.
3 Set the Workgroup name and click [Apply].
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Adding a Second AirStation as a Wireless Client
If you have an existing wireless network, you can add the AirStation as a wireless client. It will be able to wirelessly
connect to the access point. Other devices can then connect to the AirStation’s Ethernet ports to use the access point’s
Internet connection.
Setting up the AirStation
1 Set the mode switch on the back of the AirStation to “WB”.
2 Connect the AirStation to a computer on the network with an Ethernet cable and power on the AirStation.
3 Open a web browser and enter the AirStation’s IP address.
4 Enter the administrator password and log in.
5 Go to “Advanced Settings” and navigate to [Wireless] > [Wireless Bridge].
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6 Click [Manual Settings] to open the manual configuration page.
7 Select the access point from the available list of detected wireless devices. If nothing is displayed, click [Search
Again] to refresh the list.
8 Set the wireless authentication and encryption to match that of the access point.
9 Click [OK].
The AirStation should now be connected as a wireless client. You can disconnect the Ethernet cable and move the
AirStation to another location that is within range of the access point. Other devices can now be connected to use the
access point’s Internet.
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Saving and Restoring Settings
Once you have finished configuring your AirStation to your needs, you can save the current configuration to a backup
file. This file can be used to restore the AirStation’s settings when needed. For example, the AirStation will initialize its
settings after a hard reset. Instead of re-configuring the unit, simply use the backup file to restore its previous settings.
The backup file is not automatically updated when you make further AirStation configuration changes.
Save Settings to a Backup File
You can access save settings by clicking “Advanced Settings”, then navigating to [Admin] > [Reset/Reboot].
1 On the save/restore settings page, check “Save settings”.
2 Check “Use Password” if you want to encrypt the backup file with a password. If you do, the system will ask
for the password when restoring settings with the backup file. The password may include up to 8 single-byte
alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).
3 Click [Execute]. The Save As dialog appears.
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4 Click [OK].
Once the file has been saved to your system, do not rename the backup file. If needed, you can put the file into another
folder.
Restoring Settings with a Backup File
Restore settings can be found on the same tab.
1 On the save/restore settings page, check “Restore settings”.
2 The Browse field appears. Click [Browse...] to locate the backup file on the system.
3 Click [Execute]. The Restore dialog appears.
4 Enter the password if prompted. The password will be the one set when the backup file was created.
Please wait as the saved settings are restored to the AirStation. When settings are restored, all values (e.g. IP address,
wireless encryption key, login, etc.) are changed to the ones saved in the backup file.
Note:
The AirStation will not be able to restore settings if:
• The backup file was created with a different version of the AirStation firmware.
• The backup file was created by a different product.
Replacing the AirStation
If an AirStation is no longer functional, you can replace it with another unit of the same model and use a saved backup
file to automatically populate settings on the new unit. The firmware on the new unit must be the same version as the
old unit when the backup file was created. If need be, downgrade the current firmware version to the previous one
before using the backup file.
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Setting Up WebAccess
WebAccess is a cloud service provided by Buffalo that allows you to access your NAS remotely over the Internet. You can
share content with everyone or with specified users. You can set up WebAccess through the settings page of your NAS,
or enable the service on your AirStation.
If you have a BuffaloNAS.com account, you can use its login to use WebAccess. You can also use your DDNS hostname or
an external IP address along with the port used for WebAccess.
WebAccess Settings
1 Make sure the NAS is connected and available, and that the AirStation is powered on and connected.
2 Open “Advanced Settings” and navigate to [Security] > [UPnP].
3 Enable “UPnP” and click [Apply].
4 Navigate to [Applications] > [Disk Management].
5 Click [Setting Changes].
6 Check “Access Restrictions” and click [Save].
7 If you need to create a new user for WebAccess, create one on the disk management page, under “Current Users”.
8 Click [Applications] > [WebAccess].
9 Check “Enable” for WebAccess.
10 Leave the WebAccess External Port option as “Auto” so that UPnP will automatically configure a port for you.
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11 Select the DNS Service hostname used to access the service. If you have a BuffaloNAS.com account, select “Use
BuffaloNAS.com Registration” and enter your BuffaloNAS.com username and password. You can also use an
existing hostname, such as your dynamic DNS hostname.
12 Click [Apply] at the bottom of the page.
Connecting Wireless Devices Using AOSS
You can use the physical AOSS button on your AirStation to easily connect wireless devices that support AOSS or WPS.
Consult your wireless device’s documentation for the location of its AOSS or WPS button.
If you already have a wireless network that was configured without using AOSS or WPS, connecting a new device with
AOSS will change its settings, disconnecting any previously connected wireless devices.
Push Button Configuration
Easily connect other wireless devices using the physical AOSS button.
1 Power on the AirStation.
2 Hold the physical AOSS button down for two seconds, then release it.
3 For the next 2 minutes, the AOSS LED will flash and the AirStation will automatically search for a nearby AOSS/WPS
device. The AirStation will automatically return to normal if a device isn’t found after 2 minutes.
4 Push the AOSS/WPS button on the wireless device. It should be automatically connected within 2 minutes.
You can repeat this for all AOSS/WPS devices you are attempt to connect with. If setup doesn’t work, open Settings and
ensure that the AOSS physical button is enabled.
Setting Up a VPN Server
You can configure a PPTP (VPN) server with either a dynamic DNS hostname or a static IP address.
Currently the AirStation supports both DynDNS and TZO. If you have a DynDNS or TZO account, you can enter the login
and hostname information under [Advanced Settings] > [Internet] > [Dynamic DNS].
PPTP Settings on the AirStation
Your computer should be directly connected to the AirStation.
1 Open Settings.
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2 Click [Advanced Settings] and navigate to [Internet] > [PPTP].
3 Check “Enable PPTP Server”.
4 Select the VPN authentication type. If you are unsure which one to use, leave it on the default selection.
5 You can leave the Server IP Address on “Auto”. If you are using a static IP address, click [Manual] and enter it into the
field.
6 You can leave the client IP address on “Auto”. If client computers are within a specific IP address range, click
[Manual] and enter the range into the field.
7 If you have a WINS server on the network, you can enter its IP address into the field.
8 Leave the MTU value on its default setting.
Editing Users
You can create and edit users that will access your PPTP server.
1 Click [Edit PPTP User List] to open the edit users page.
2 Enter a username and password for a new user.
3 Select a method of acquiring IP address.
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4 Click [Add].
The user will appear under the “PPTP User List” section. You can click [Edit] to modify the user or click [Delete] to remove
the entry.
Using AirStations with 2Wire Residential Gateways
AT&T Internet services (U-verse or ADSL) will often assign a 2Wire residential gateway device that serves as both the
modem and the router. To add an AirStation to this network, it is best to add the unit as a client device. This way the
AirStation will not conflict with the existing residential gateway settings such as the firewall or port forwarding.
For detailed instructions on how to connect the AirStation to the network as a client, refer to the “Connecting AirStation
as Client” section.
If you would like to set the 2Wire access point as the client device, or you need more information on its settings, contact
AT&T technical support.
How to Use QoS
QoS (quality of service) is a feature that allows the AirStation to prioritize traffic by type. QoS applies to both upstream
and downstream data flow, and ensures consistent performance when using certain high-traffic applications, such as
video streaming.
The higher the priority, the higher the allocated bandwidth will be. For example, if “Video” is selected, streaming video
will be given the highest bandwidth priority.
Setting a QoS Priority Policy
When setting a custom policy, select the type of traffic to be given the highest priority and lower the priority of other
traffic types accordingly.
1 Open Settings and click [Advanced Settings].
2 Navigate to [Applications] > [QoS].
3 Enable “Priority Control QoS”.
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4 Choose an “Optimize for” selection.
Video: Prioritizes streaming video traffic.
Voice: Prioritizes voice chats and VoIP traffic.
Gaming: Prioritizes online gaming traffic.
Manual: Select this option to customize QoS priority for a selected operation.
5 To set a manual policy, select the operation to be prioritized and lower the priority for others. For example, if you
set “Video” as “Ultra Premium - High Bandwidth”, the bandwidth priority of other operations should be lowered
accordingly.
6 Click [Apply].
Manual Entry
Click [Manual Entry] to open the manual entry page, where you can create custom QoS priority settings for individual
applications.
1 Enter a name for the new manual entry.
2 Select a value from the dropdown menu to define the priority level for incoming packets.
3 Select a protocol for the application’s incoming packets. For example, most VoIP and multimedia applications use
UDP, while the Internet and emails use TCP.
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4 Set the WAN-side server and port number under “Remote Settings”.
5 If you need to use a specific port, most network applications and services will have their required protocols and
ports listed in their documentation.
6 Enter the IP address or MAC address of the network device for QoS priority.
7 Click [Add].
Once an entry has been saved, you can click [Edit] to change it or [Delete] to remove the entry. Click [Delete All] to
remove all saved entries.
How to configure TCP/IP
Windows 8
To configure TCP/IP in Windows 8, follow the procedure below.
1 Open Control Panel.
2 Click [Network and Internet].
3 Click [Network and Sharing Center].
4 Click [Change Adapter Settings] on the left side menu.
5 Right-click the network adapter, then click [Properties].
6 If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].
7 Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] then click [Properties].
8 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain
DNS server address automatically”.
Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address: 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server: 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server: blank
9 Click [OK].
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Windows 7
To configure TCP/IP in Windows 7, follow the procedure below.
1 Open Control Panel.
2 Click [Network and Sharing Center].
3 Click [Change Adapter Settings] on the left side menu.
4 Right-click the network adapter, then click [Properties].
5 If the “User Account Control” screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].
6 Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” then click [Properties].
7 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain
DNS server address automatically”.
Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address: 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server: 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server: blank
8 Click [OK].
Windows Vista
To configure TCP/IP in Windows Vista, follow the procedure below.
1 Open Control Panel.
2 Click [Network and Sharing Center].
3 Click [Manage network connections] on the left side menu.
4 Right-click the network adapter, then click [Properties].
5 If the “User Account Control” screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].
6 Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” then click [Properties].
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7 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain
DNS server address automatically”.
Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address: 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server: 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server: blank
8 Click [OK].
Windows XP
To configure TCP/IP in Windows XP, follow the procedure below.
1 Open Control Panel.
2 Double-click [Network].
3 Right-click the network adapter, then click [Properties].
4 Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” then click [Properties].
5 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain
DNS server address automatically”.
Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address: 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server: 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server: blank
6 Click [OK].
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Mac OS
To configure TCP/IP in Mac OS, follow the procedure below.
1 Click [Apple menu] > [System Preferences…].
2 Click [Network].
3 Click the network adapter.
4 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, select “Using DHCP” in the “Configure IPv4” field.
Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address: 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server: 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server: blank
5 Click [Apply].