BUFFALO 09102110-0 Powerline 500AV Wireless-N Router User Manual WPL 05G300 Series
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![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 19Chapter 3 - CongurationThe web-based conguration tool lets you change advanced settings for the AirStation. Don’t change these settings unless you know what you’re doing.Installing the AirStation Conguration Tool (Windows)The AirStation Conguration Tool is required to display the AirStation Conguration Interface in a Windows computer. Use the procedure below to perform the installation.12Load the Setup CD into your computer.Click [Software Installation].3Click [Install].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-20.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 20Chapter 3 Conguration5After installation is completed, click [Finish].4Follow the on-screen instructions to install the AirStation Conguration Tool.Setting the AirStation IP Address (Windows)The AirStation Conguration Tool can be used to change the IP address of the AirStation. If using a Windows computer, follow the procedure below to set the AirStation IP address.12Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [AirStation Conguration Tool].Click [Next].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-21.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 213Select the AirStation displayed in the list, and click [Next].4Click [Congure this AirStation IP Address].5Select “Obtain IP address from DHCP server (Easy)”, and click [Next].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-22.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 22Chapter 3 Conguration6Enter “password” for the administrator password, and click [Next].7The new IP address is set to the AirStation. Once the settings are complete, the “Complete settings” screen is displayed. Click [Finish].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-23.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 23Setting the AirStation IP Address (Mac OS X)The AirStation Conguration Tool can be used to change the IP address of the AirStation. If using a Mac, follow the procedure below to set the AirStation IP address.12Load the Setup CD into your Mac.From the menu bar, click [Go] > [Computer].3Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click [AirStation Conguration Tools] in the “Mac” folder.4The software license screen is displayed. Click [Agree] to proceed.5Click [Continue].6Select the AirStation displayed in the list, and click [Continue].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-24.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 24Chapter 3 Conguration7Click [Congure this AirStation IP Address].8Select “Obtain IP address from DHCP server (Easy)”, and click [Continue].9Enter “password” for the administrator password, and click [Continue].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-25.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 2510The new IP address is set to the AirStation. Once the settings are complete, the “Complete settings” screen is displayed. Click [Quit].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-26.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 26Chapter 3 CongurationAccessing the Web-based Conguration Interface (Windows)To manually set the AirStation advanced settings from a Windows computer, use the procedure below to log into the AirStation Conguration interface.12Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [AirStation Conguration Tool].Click [Next].3Select the AirStation displayed in the list, and click [Next].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-27.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 274Click [Open Web Setting screen].5Enter “admin” for the user name and “password” for the password, and click [OK].Note: The default password is “password”. If you forget your password, hold down the reset button (page 10) to initialize all settings.This is the conguration interface, where most AirStation settings can be congured.Help is always displayed on the right side of each screen. Refer to the Help screens for more information on using the conguration interface.6Once the settings are complete, the “Complete settings” screen is displayed. Click [Finish].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-28.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 28Chapter 3 CongurationAccessing the Web-based Conguration Interface (Mac OS X)To manually set the AirStation advanced settings from a Mac, use the procedure below to log into the AirStation Conguration interface.12Load the Setup CD into your Mac.From the menu bar, click [Go] > [Computer].3Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click [AirStation Conguration Tools] in the “Mac” folder.4The software license screen is displayed. Click [Agree] to proceed.5Click [Continue].6Select the AirStation displayed in the list, and click [Continue].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-29.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 297Click [Open Web Setting screen].Enter “admin” for the name and “password” for the password, and click [Log In].Note: The default password is “password”. If you forget your password, hold down the reset button (page 10) to initialize all settings.8This is the conguration interface, where most AirStation settings can be congured.Help is always displayed on the right side of each screen. Refer to the Help screens for more information on using the conguration interface.9Once the settings are complete, the “Complete settings” screen is displayed. Click [Quit].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-30.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 37PPPoE (Router Mode only)Congure PPPoE settings.Parameter MeaningDefault PPPoE Connection If you have registered multiple connection destinations in the PPPoE Connection List, connection destinations selected here have priority. You need to congure the route to which PPPoE is connected to if you don’t use the default settings.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 (page 36).PPPoE Connection List Edit PPPoE destination. You can register up to 5 sessions.[Edit Connection List] Click this button to edit destination settings.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-38.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 38Chapter 3 CongurationParameter MeaningPPPoE Connection No.*-Add This is displayed when [Edit Connection List] is clicked.Name of ConnectionEnter the name to identify the connected destination. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.UsernameEnter the username specied by your ISP for PPPoE certication. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.PasswordEnter the password specied by your ISP for PPPoE certication. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.Service NameFill in this eld only if your ISP species a Service Name. Leave blank otherwise. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.Connection TypeSpecies the timing for the AirStation to connect to your provider.Automatic disconnectionSet time to disconnect after communication is stopped when the connection method is set to [Connect on Demand] or [Manual]. You can enter up to 1440 minutes.AuthorizationCongure an authorization method with a provider.MTU SizeCongure the MTU size for PPPoE. Values of 578 to 1500 bytes may be entered.MRU SizeCongure MRU (Maximum Receive Unit) for PPPoE. Values of 578 to 1492 may be entered.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-39.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 39Parameter MeaningPPPoE Connection No. *-Add Keep AliveIf Keep Alive is enabled, then 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] is the recommended setting.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 -Add Click [Edit Preferred Connections] to display.NameThe destination to connect by PPPoE if [Destination address] and [Source address] match. Select the destination registered to the PPPoE Connection List.Destination addressWhen communicating to this address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name of Connection.]Source addressWhen communicating from this address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name of Connection.]](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-40.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 43Parameter MeaningAuto Input Click to generate a random IP address.LAN Side IP Address Set a LAN side IP address and subnet mask.DHCP Server Function Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns IP addresses automatically.DHCP IP Address Pool Congure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range. Values from 0-253 may be entered.PPTP Server Function Enable to use a PPTP server.Authorization 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 DHCP server.WINS Server IP Address Choose the IP address for the WINS server.[Edit PPTP User List] Click to edit user information.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.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-44.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 45LANCongure LAN-side and DHCP Server settings.Parameter MeaningLAN 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 Function Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns LAN-side IP addresses automatically.DHCP IP Address Pool Congure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range. Values from 0-253 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 eective period of an IP address assigned by the DHCP server. Up to 999 hours may be entered.Default Gateway Set the default gateway IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-46.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 47DHCP Lease (Router Mode only)Congure DHCP Exceptions.Parameter MeaningIP Address Enter an IP address to lease manually. The IP address should be from the same subnet as the DHCP scope, but not be within the range that DHCP is assigning to other devices.MAC Address Enter the MAC address which identies the client.Current DHCP Client Information Displays information for current leases. An IP address which is leased automatically can be changed to manual leasing by clicking [Manual Assignment].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-48.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 50Chapter 3 CongurationWireless CongWPSWPS Status and Settings.Parameter MeaningWPS Enable to use WPS automatic conguration.External Registrar Enable to accept congure requests from other WPS devices.Note: Congure 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 “congured” if all available wireless bands are congured. Displays “uncongured” if at least one wireless band is uncongured.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-51.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 52Chapter 3 CongurationParameter MeaningBroadcast 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. [Allow multiple SSIDs][Use Single SSID]Clicking [Allow multiple SSIDs] will enable Multi Security, allowing the use of multiple SSIDs, each with dierent wireless security settings. Clicking [Use Single SSID] will disable Multi Security. The AirStation will then allow one SSID and one type of wireless security.Note: When using Multi Security, enable at least one of the following: SSID1,or SSID2.SSID1 Multi Security SSID1 can use WPA-PSK-TKIP or WPA/WPA2-Mixed for wireless security.SSID2 Multi Security SSID2 can use WPA-PSK-AES for wireless security.SSID3 Multi Security SSID3 can use WEP for wireless security.Separate When enabled, wireless devices connected to the AirStation can communicate only with the Internet side, not with each other.SSID Set SSID using 1 - 32 alphanumeric characters.Wireless authentication Species an authentication method used when connecting to a wireless device.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-53.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 53Parameter MeaningWireless encryption You may use any of the following types of encryption:No encryptionData 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.WEPWEP is a common encryption method supported by most devices. WEP can only be selected when wireless authentication is set to [No authentication]. Note that WEP’s encryption is weak, and networks protected with WEP are not much more secure than those with no encryption at all. Not recommended for anyone with private data that needs to be kept secure. AESAES is more secure than WEP, 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.TKIP/AES mixed modeTKIP/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.WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) A pre-shared key or passphrase is the password for your wireless connections. There are two dierent 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.Rekey interval Set the update interval for the encryption key between 0 and 1440 (minutes).Set up WEP encryption key A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four dierent 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).](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-54.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 57MAC FilterRestrict access to specic wireless devices.Parameter MeaningEnforce 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.MAC Addresses to be Registered 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.List of all clients associated with this AirStationDisplay the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected to the AirStation.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-58.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 60Chapter 3 CongurationParameter MeaningInitiates AOSS automatic wireless conguration. Click this, then press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS-compatible wireless client. Repeat for additional AOSS clients. Click this button to disconnect AOSS connections.Note: If AOSS connections are disconnected, the SSID and encryption keys will be restored to their last settings from before AOSS was used.Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID for WEPYou may allow a separate SSID specically for WEP connections. If “disabled” is selected, then clients will not be able to connect with WEP.Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Set a separate SSID and network segment specically for WEP connections. Devices connected with WEP will not be able to communicate with devices connected using AES/TKIP. All connected devices will be able to communicate with the internet.Allow WEP for Game console only When enabled, the AirStation allows wireless devices to connect with 64-bit or 128-bit WEP.AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Uncheck to disable the physical AOSS button on the AirStation.Current Encryption Information(AOSS connection only)Displays the encryption type, SSID, and encryption key congured by AOSS.[Random] Click to enter random values for SSID, encryption key, and other settings. [KEY base] Click to return the SSID, encryption key, and other wireless settings to the values on the case sticker. [Reset] Click to return the SSID, encryption key, and other wireless settings to their previous values. AOSS Client Information Displays AOSS clients connected to the AirStation and information of the devices which are wirelessly communicated.AOSS Ethernet Converter Information Only displayed if there are AOSS ConnectionsDisplays information about Ethernet converters connected to the AirStation via AOSS.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-61.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 61Security (Router Mode only)Firewall (Router Mode only)Congure the AirStation’s rewall.Parameter MeaningLog Output Enable to output a log of rewall activity.Basic Rules Enable to use any of the quick lters. Precongured quick lters include:Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS RoutingEnabling this blocks communication using these protocols from the WAN side to the LAN side or from the LAN side to the Internet. You can congure this with PPPoE if you select [Use PPPoE Client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] in Method of Acquiring IP address (page 36), or if Easy Setup identied a PPPoE connection during setup.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-62.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 62Chapter 3 CongurationParameter MeaningReject IDENT RequestsEnabling 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 congured 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 InternetIf this is enabled, the AirStation will not respond to pings from the Internet side. You can congure this with PPPoE if you select [Use PPPoE Client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] in Method of Acquiring IP address (page 36), or if Easy Setup identied a PPPoE connection during setup.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-63.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 65LAN CongPort Forwarding (Router Mode only)Congure port translation.Parameter MeaningGroup Specify a group name for a new rule to belong to. Select [New Group] and enter the new group name in the Group Name eld 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.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-66.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 79Save/RestoreSave AirStation settings as a le, and restore from them later.Parameter MeaningSave current settings Clicking [Save] will save the current conguration of the AirStation to a le. If the [Encrypt the conguration le with a password] option is checked, then the conguration le will be password protected with the current administrator password.Restore Conguration from Backup FileRestore the conguration of the AirStation from a saved conguration le by clicking the [Browse...] button, navigating to the conguration le, and then clicking Restore. If the conguration le was password protected, then put a check next to [To restore from the le you need the password], enter the password, and click [Open].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-80.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 80Chapter 3 CongurationInitialize/RestartInitialize or restart the AirStation.Parameter MeaningRestart Click [Restart Now] to restart the AirStation.Timer restart This sets the schedule for restarting the AirStation.Initialize Click [Initialize Now] to initialize and restart the AirStation.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-81.png)
![Chapter 3 CongurationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 81UpdateUpdate the AirStation’s rmware.Parameter MeaningFirmware Version Displays the current rmware version of the AirStation.Update Method Specify Local FileUpdates from a rmware le stored on your computer.Automatic Update OnlineAutomatically updates to the latest rmware available.Firmware File Name Click [Browse...] to navigate to the rmware le on your computer if [Specify Local File] was selected. You don’t need to specify the rmware location if you’re using [Automatic Update]. Click [Update Firmware] to update the rmware.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-82.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 88Chapter 3 CongurationPingA ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specic network device.Parameter MeaningDestination 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.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-89.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 90Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network 12Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V)If you are using Windows 7 or Vista, use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS.Click [Create Prole].3If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].4Click the [WPS AOSS ] button.Follow any instructions displayed on the screen. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop ashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-91.png)
![Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 912Windows XP (Client Manager 3)If you are using Windows XP, use Client Manager 3 to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS.1Right click on the icon in the system tray and select [Prole].Click the [WPS AOSS] button.It will take several seconds for your wireless connection to be congured. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop ashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-92.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 92Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network Mac OS X (AOSS Assistant)If you are using Mac OS X 10.7 / 10.6 / 10.5 / 10.4, use the included AOSS Assistant software to connect wirelessly with AOSS.1Load the Setup CD in your Macintosh.2From the menu bar, click [Go] > [Computer].3Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click [AOSS Assistant] in the “Mac” folder.4The software license screen is displayed. Click [Agree] to proceed.5Click [Start AOSS ].6Enter the Mac’s username and password and click [OK].It will take several seconds for your wireless connection to be congured. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop ashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-93.png)
![Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 93Other Devices (e.g. Game Console)If you are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS, refer to that device’s manual to initiate AOSS/WPS. When instructed, hold down the AOSS button on the AirStation for 1 second.When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop ashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.Manual SetupYou can also connect to the AirStation without installing Client Manager V or Client Manager 3 by using the utility built-in to Windows. The procedure varies depending on which version of Windows you are using.Windows 7 (WLAN AutoCong)With Windows 7, use WLAN AutoCong to connect to the AirStation.1Click on the network icon in the system tray.2Select the target AirStation and click [Connect]. If you will be connecting to this device in the future, checking [Connect automatically] is recommended.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-94.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 94Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network 3Enter the encryption key and click [OK]. 1Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray.2Click [Connect to a network].When this screen is displayed, select your network and click [Connect].3Windows Vista (WLAN AutoCong)With Vista, use WLAN AutoCong to connect to the AirStation.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-95.png)
![Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 95If the screen below is displayed, click [I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead].Otherwise, go to step 4.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-96.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 96Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network 4Enter the encryption key and click [Connect].Step through the wizard to nish conguration. If the Set Network Location screen is displayed, select [Home], [Work], or [Public location] depending on where you’re using the AirStation.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-97.png)
![Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 97Windows XP (Wireless Zero Conguration)Windows XP includes Wireless Zero Cong, a built-in utility to connect to your AirStation.Note: If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Cong is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Cong, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation.1Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray.2Click [View Available Wireless Networks].34It will take several seconds for conguration to complete.Select the network to connect to and click [Connect].Enter the encryption key (twice) and click [Connect].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-98.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 98Chapter 4 Connect to a Wireless Network Mac OS X (Wi-Fi)Use Wi-Fi on a Mac to connect to the AirStation.Note: In Mac OS X 10.6 and earlier, “Wi-Fi” appears as “AirPort”.1234It will take several seconds for conguration to complete.Refer to the label on the back of the AirStation.Make a note of the SSID and KEY printed on the label.Click the icon in the top section of the screen and select [Turn Wi-Fi On].Find the SSID from step 1 on the list. Click it to highlight it.Enter the KEY from step 1 into the Password entry box, check [Remember this network], and click [OK].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-99.png)
![Chapter 5 Trouble ShootingWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 101If the AirStation is reset, it is disconnected from the network.If the Power LED is ashing, use the procedure below to set the pairing. 1. Hold down the PLC button of the AirStation until the Power LED starts blinking (about one second). 2. Within 2 minutes, hold down the PLC button of the other AirStation until the Power LED starts blinking (about one second). 3. Check that the Power LED changes to steady green after about 1 minute.If the Power LED does not stop blinking, pairing has failed. Try performing the procedure again from the beginning.The link speed is slower than 300 Mbps.By default, the AirStation’s 300 Mbps mode is not enabled. You may enable it with the following procedure: 1. Open the conguration interface (chapter 3). 2. In Easy Setup, click [Wireless SSID & Channel (11n 300 Mbps Mode)]. 3. Change the value in [300 Mbps Mode] - [Bandwidth] to 40 MHz and click [Apply].If you still cannot connect at 300 Mbps, check the settings of your wireless client devices.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-102.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 102Chapter 5 Trouble ShootingOther TipsIssue:I reset my AirStation to factory settings and forgot how to log in to the conguration interface.Answer:Refer to Chapter 3 to login to the AirStation’s conguration screen. The user name is “admin” and the password is “password” by default.Issue:How do I forward ports on my AirStation for my gaming console?Answer: Log in to the router’s conguration interface. From the home page, go to the Internet Game/ Port Mapping section. Enter the port that needs to be forwarded and the IP address of the gaming console.Issue:How do I enable or modify security encryption settings on the AirStation?Answer:Log in to the conguration interface with your browser. Go to [Wireless Cong] - [Security]. Bualo recommends WPA for wireless encryption. The passphrase/key should be at least 8 characters in length.Issue:How do I change my AirStation’s broadcasted network name (SSID)?Answer:Log in to the conguration interface. Go to the Wireless Cong tab and then select the Basic tab if necessary. Find the settings area for SSID. Select the [Use] radio button and enter the name you wish to use for your network in the text eld provided. Click [Apply] to save the settings. Once the wireless router has rebooted, select the new network name for all wireless devices and re-enter your encryption key if necessary.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-103.png)
![Chapter 5 Trouble ShootingWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 103Issue:What can I do if my wireless connection drops randomly or seems slow?Answer:There are many environmental factors that may cause this. First, ensure the issue is not range related by moving the AirStation and the client device closer together. If the connection drops continue, then range is probably not the issue.Other 2.4 GHz devices such as microwaves, other wireless networks, and 2.4 GHz wireless phones may impact performance. Try a dierent wireless channel for your AirStation. Log in to the AirStation with your browser. Click on the Wireless Cong tab and then the Basic tab. Wireless channels from 1 - 11 may be selected. Try the Auto-Channel option if available. Otherwise, manually select an alternate channel and click [Apply].Issue:Though I am able to successfully make a connection with my AirStation, I am unable to access the Internet with my web browser.Answer:First, power o the cable or DSL modem, the AirStation, and your computer. Move the router's mode switch to the on position. Verify that the modem is connected to the AirStation with an Ethernet cable to the WAN port. Power on the modem and wait one minute. Power on the AirStation and wait another minute. Power on the computer. Open a browser on the computer and navigate to a familiar website to verify whether the Internet connection is functioning normally.If after these steps, an Internet connection is still unavailable, power o the cable or DSL modem and computer again and directly connect your computer to the cable or DSL modem with a cable between the computer and the port on the modem. Power on the modem and wait one minute. Power on the computer and again check for an Internet connection.If an Internet connection IS NOT available with a direct connection to the computer, please call the Internet Service Provider who installed the modem.If an Internet connection IS available with a direct connection to the computer, please call our customer support.Issue:Where can I download the latest drivers, rmware, and instructions for my Bualo wireless products?Answer:The latest drivers and rmware are available online at www.bualotech.com](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-104.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 110For users of Windows 7, Vista, or Mac OS X (10.4 and later), software supplied with the AirStation can be used to check the quality and strength of the wireless signal.Windows 7/VistaNote: If Client Manager V is not already installed, install it from the Setup CD. Client Manager V does not support Windows XP.Chapter 7 - Checking Wireless Signal Quality3When the Client Manager V status screen is displayed, click .1Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].2Click [Advanced Setup].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-111.png)
![Chapter 7 Checking the Wireless Signal Quality and StrengthWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 1114Parameter MeaningConnection status Signal strength (dBm), link speed (Mbps), and signal quality (%) are displayed in one-minute intervals on a real-time graph.Usage status by channel The 11b/11g display shows usage in the 2.4 GHz band channels 1 to 11.Colors are used to indicate the signal strength of the access point. Colors closer to red indicate an access point with a stronger signal strength, and colors closer to blue indicate an access point with a weaker signal strength.Mac OS X1Load the Setup CD into your Mac.2From the menu bar, click [Go] > [Computer].3Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click [WLAN Monitor] in the “Mac” folder.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-112.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 112Chapter 7 Checking the Wireless Signal Quality and Strength4The software license screen is displayed when starting for the rst time only. Click [Agree] to proceed.5Parameter MeaningNetwork name (SSID) This displays the SSID of the AirStation that is currently connected.Status This indicates the current connection status.IP Address This indicates the IP address of the current wireless network port (Wi-Fi).Security This indicates the authentication method for the current connection target.Encryption This displays the encryption type for the current connection target.Band This displays the wireless band for the current connection target.Channel This displays the wireless channel for the current connection target.Link Speed (Mbps) This displays the current link speed.Quality (%) This displays the current signal quality.Signal Level (dBm) This indicates the strength of the current signal.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-113.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 113Chapter 8 - TCP/IP SettingsWindows 7To congure TCP/IP in Windows 7, follow the procedure below.1Click [Start] > [Control Panel] > [Network and Internet].2Click [Network and Sharing Center].3Click [Change Adapter Settings] on the left side menu.4Right-click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties].5If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].6Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] then click [Properties].7To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Examples: 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 blank8Click [OK].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-114.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 114Chapter 8 TCP/IP SettingsWindows VistaTo congure TCP/IP in Windows Vista, follow the procedure below.1Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel].2Click [Network and Sharing Center].3Click [Manage network connections] on the left side menu. 4Right-click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties].5If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].6Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)], then click [Properties].7To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each settings. 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 blank8Click [Close].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-115.png)
![Chapter 8 TCP/IP SettingsWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 115Windows XPTo congure TCP/IP in Windows XP, follow the procedure below.1Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel].2Double-click [Network].3Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties].4Select [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)], then click [Properties].5To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Examples: 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 blank6Click [Close].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-116.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 116Chapter 8 TCP/IP SettingsMac OS XTo congure TCP/IP in Mac OS X, follow the procedure below.1Click [Apple menu] > [System Preferences…].2Click [Network].3Click [Ethernet].4To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, select [Using DHCP] in the Congure IPv4 eld. To set your IP address settings manually, select [Manually] in the Congure IPv4 eld and enter values for each setting. Examples: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP Address 192.168.11.80 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Router 192.168.11.1 DNS Server 192.168.11.1 Search Domains blank5Click [Apply].](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-117.png)
![Appendix B Regulatory Compliance InformationWPL-05G300 Series User Manual 123Česky [Czech]Bualo Technology Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento AirStation WPL-05G300 je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.Dansk [Danish]Undertegnede Bualo Technology Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr AirStation WPL-05G300 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.Deutsch [German]Hiermit erklärt Bualo Technology Inc. dass sich das Gerät AirStation WPL-05G300 in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG bendet.Eesti [Estonian]Käesolevaga kinnitab Bualo Technology Inc. seadme AirStation WPL-05G300 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.English Hereby, Bualo Technology Inc. declares that this AirStation WPL-05G300 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.Español [Spanish]Por medio de la presente Bualo Technology Inc. declara que el AirStation WPL-05G300 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.Ελληνική [Greek]ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Buffalo Technology Inc. ΗΛΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ AirStation WPL-05G300 ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.Français [French]Par la présente Buffalo Technology Inc. déclare que l’appareil AirStation WPL-05G300 est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.Italiano [Italian]Con la presente Buffalo Technology Inc. dichiara che questo AirStation WPL-05G300 è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.Latviski [Latvian]Ar šo Buffalo Technology Inc. deklarē, ka AirStation WPL-05G300 atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-124.png)
![WPL-05G300 Series User Manual 124Appendix B Regulatory Compliance InformationLietuvių [Lithuanian]Šiuo Buffalo Technology Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis AirStation WPL-05G300 atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.Nederlands [Dutch]Hierbij verklaart Buffalo Technology Inc. dat het toestel AirStation WPL-05G300 in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.Malti[ Maltese]Hawnhekk, Buffalo Technology Inc. , jiddikjara li dan AirStation WPL-05G300 jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.Magyar [Hungarian]Alulírott, Buffalo Technology Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a AirStation WPL-05G300 megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.Polski [Polish]Niniejszym Buffalo Technology Inc. oświadcza, że AirStation WPL-05G300 jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.Português [Portuguese]Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que este AirStation WPL-05G300 está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.Slovensko [Slovenian]Buffalo Technology Inc. izjavlja, da je ta AirStation WPL-05G300 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.Slovensky [Slovak]Buffalo Technology Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že AirStation WPL-05G300 spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.Suomi [Finnish]Buffalo Technology Inc. vakuuttaa täten että AirStation WPL-05G300 tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.Svensk [Swedish]Härmed intygar Buffalo Technology Inc. att denna AirStation WPL-05G300 står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.](https://usermanual.wiki/BUFFALO/09102110-0/User-Guide-1623994-Page-125.png)
