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USER GUIDE

EZ Connect

Wireless N Universal Repeater

SMCWEB-N2

No. 1, Creation Road III,

Hsinchu Science Park,

30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.

TEL: +886 3 5770270

Fax: +886 3 5780764

Wireless Broadband Router

User Guide

October 2012

SMC-UG-1012-02

Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable.

However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of

patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted

by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the

right to change specifications at any time without notice.

SMC Networks, Inc.

No. 1 Creation Road III,

Hsinchu Science Park,

30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Trademarks:

SMC is a registered trademark; and Barricade, EZ Switch, TigerStack, TigerSwitch, and

TigerAccess are trademarks of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are

trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION

To register SMC products and to review the detailed warranty statement, please refer to

the Support Section of the SMC Website at http://www.smc.com.

CE MARK WARNING

This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause

radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate

measures.

NATIONAL RESTRICTIONS

This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other

countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for

the countries mentioned below:

OTE

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference

caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications

could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an

uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or

operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Country Restriction Reason/Remark

Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and

public service

France Outdoor use

limited to 10 mW

e.i.r.p. within the

band 2454-2483.5

MHz

Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz

band has been ongoing in recent years to allow

current relaxed regulation. Full implementation

planned 2012

italy None If used outside of own premises, general

authorization is required

Luxembourg None General authorization required for network and

service supply(not for spectrum)

Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical

area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-

Ålesund

Russian

Federation None Only for indoor applications

OMPLIANCES

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EUROPE - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive

1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove

presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE

Directive 1999/5/EC:

◆EN 60950-1:2006 + A11: 2009Safety of Information Technology

Equipment.

◆EN 300 328 V1.7.1: 2006-10Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio

spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data

transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide

band modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential

requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.

◆EN 301 489-17 V1.8.1/ 2008-04EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1/ 2009-

05Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and

services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission

systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment.

◆EN 55022: 2006 + A1: 2007Limits and methods of measurement of radio

disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment.

◆EN 55024: 1998 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2003Information technology

equipment immunity characteristics limits and methods of measurement.

◆EN 62311: 2008Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related

to human exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300

GHz).

This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended

for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy

where restrictive use applies.

In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum

authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up

outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to telecommunications

and/or network services.

This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in

some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency

range of 2454 - 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should

contact the national spectrum authority in France.

OMPLIANCES

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This equipment may be operated in:

The official CE certificate of conformity can be downloaded by selecting the

relevant model/ part number from www.smc.com -> support -> download.

Bulgarian

Български

С настоящето, SMC Networks декларира, че това безжично устройство е в съответствие

със съществените изисквания и другите приложими разпоредби на Директива 1999/5/EC.

Czech

Česky

SMC Networks tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radio LAN device je ve shodě se základními

požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.

Danish

Dansk

Undertegnede SMC Networks erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device

overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF

Dutch

Nederlands

Hierbij verklaart SMC Networks dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met

de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG

Bij deze SMC Networks dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de

overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

English Hereby, SMC Networks, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential

requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Estonian

Eesti

Käesolevaga kinnitab SMC Networks seadme Radio LAN device vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ

põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.

Finnish

Suomi

Valmistaja SMC Networks vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin

1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

French

Français

Par la présente SMC Networks déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux

exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE

German

Deutsch

Hiermit erklärt SMC Networks, dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in

Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten

Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)

Hiermit erklärt SMC Networks die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den

grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/

5/EG. (Wien)

Greek

Ελληνική

με την παρουσα SMC Networks δηλωνει οτι radio LAN device συμμορφωνεται προσ τισ

ουσιωδεισ απαιτησεισ και τισ λοιπεσ σχετικεσ διαταξεισ τησ οδηγιασ 1999/5/εκ.

Hungarian

Magyar

Alulírott, SMC Networks nyilatkozom, hogy a Radio LAN device megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ

követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.

Italian

Italiano

Con la presente SMC Networks dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti

essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Latvian

Latviski

Ar šo SMC Networks deklarē, ka Radio LAN device atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām

prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.

Lithuanian

Lietuvių

Šiuo SMC Networks deklaruoja, kad šis Radio LAN device atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir

kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

OMPLIANCES

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read the following information carefully before operating the device. Please

follow the following precaution items to protect the device from risks and

damage caused by fire and electric power:

◆Use the power adapter that is included with the device package.

◆Pay attention to the power load of the outlet or prolonged lines. An

overburdened power outlet or damaged cords and plugs may cause

electric shock or fire. Check the power cords regularly, if you find any

damage, replace it at once.

◆Proper space for heat dissipation is necessary to avoid any damage caused

by device overheating. The ventilation holes on the device are designed

for heat dissipation to ensure that the device works normally. Do not cover

these ventilation holes.

◆Do not put this device close to a place where a heat source exits or high

temperature occurs. Avoid placing the device in direct sunshine.

◆Do not put this device close to a place which is damp or wet. Do not spill

any fluid on this device.

Maltese

Malti

Hawnhekk, SMC Networks, jiddikjara li dan Radio LAN device jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet

essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.

Polish

Polski

Niniejszym SMC Networks oświadcza, że Radio LAN device jest zgodny z zasadniczymi

wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.

Portuguese

Português

SMC Networks declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais

e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Romanian

Romană

SMC Networks declară că acest dispozitiv fără fir respectă cerinţele esenţiale precum şi alte

dispoziţii relevante ale Directivei 1999/5/EC.

Slovak

Slovensky

SMC Networks týmto vyhlasuje, že Radio LAN device spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky

príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.

Slovenian

Slovensko

SMC Networks izjavlja, da je ta radio LAN device v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi

relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.

Spanish

Español

Por medio de la presente SMC Networks declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los

requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva

1999/5/CE

Swedish

Svenska

Härmed intygar SMC Networks att denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de

väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/

EG.

Turkish

Turk

SMC Networks bu kablosuz cihazın temel gereksinimleri ve 1999/5/EC yonergesindeki ilgili

koşulları karşıladığını beyan eder.

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◆Please follow the instructions in the user manual/quick install guide

carefully to connect the device to your PC or other electronic product. Any

invalid connection may cause a power or fire risk.

◆Do not place this device on an unstable surface or support.

PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

Lisez attentivement les informations suivantes avant d’utiliser votre appareil.

Respectez toutes les précautions afin de protéger l’appareil des risques et dégâts

provoqués par un incendie et l’alimentation électrique :

◆Utilisez exclusivement l’adaptateur d’alimentation fourni avec cet appareil.

◆Faites attention à la puissance de charge de la prise de courant ou des

rallonges électriques. Une prise surchargée ou des cordons et des fiches

endommagés peuvent provoquer une électrocution ou un incendie.

Vérifiez régulièrement votre câble électrique. Si vous constatiez le moindre

défaut, remplacez-le immédiatement.

◆Il est primordial de laisser suffisamment d’espace autour de l’appareil pour

permettre la dissipation de la chaleur et éviter les dégâts provoqués par

une surchauffe de l’appareil. Les orifices de ventilation de l’appareil sont

conçus pour permettre la dissipation thermique et garantir le bon

fonctionnement de l’appareil. Ne couvrez jamais ces orifices.

◆Ne placez pas cet appareil à proximité d’une source de chaleur ou dans un

endroit exposé à des températures élevées. Evitez également de l’exposer

à la lumière directe du soleil.

◆Ne placez pas cet appareil à proximité d’un lieu humide ou mouillé. Prenez

garde à ne renverser aucun liquide sur cet appareil.

◆Merci de suivre les instructions du manuel d'utilisateur / guide

d’installation rapide attentivement pour connecter l'appareil à votre PC ou

à tout autre produit électronique. Toute connexion non valide peut

provoquer un problème électrique ou un risque d'incendie.

◆Ne placez pas cet appareil sur une surface ou un support instable.

SICHERHEITSMAßNAHMEN

Lesen Sie vor der Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes aufmerksam die nachstehenden

Informationen. Bitte befolgen Sie die nachstehenden Sicherheitsmaßnahmen,

damit das Gerät nicht beschädigt wird oder Gefahren durch Brand oder

elektrische Energie entstehen:

◆Verwenden Sie nur das beim Gerät mitgelieferte Netzteil.

OMPLIANCES

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◆Achten Sie auf die Last der Steckdose oder des Verlängerungskabels. Eine

überlastete Steckdose oder beschädigte Kabel und Stecker können

Stromschläge und Brand verursachen. Prüfen Sie die Netzkabel

regelmäßig. Ersetzen Sie sie umgehend, falls sie beschädigt sind.

◆Achten Sie zur Vermeidung von Geräteschäden aufgrund von Überhitzung

darauf, dass genügend Freiraum zur Wärmeabfuhr vorhanden ist. Die

Belüftungsöffnungen am Gerät dienen der Wärmeabfuhr und damit der

Gewährleistung eines normalen Gerätebetriebs. Decken Sie diese

Belüftungsöffnungen nicht ab.

◆Stellen Sie dieses Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wärmequellen oder an

Orten mit hohen Temperaturen auf. Platzieren Sie das Gerät nicht im

direkten Sonnenlicht.

◆Stellen Sie dieses Gerät nicht an feuchten oder nassen Orten auf. Achten

Sie darauf, keine Flüssigkeiten über dem Gerät zu verschütten.

◆Befolgen Sie die Hinweise im Benutzerhandbuch (bzw. in der

Kurzanleitung) zum Anschluß des Gerätes an einen PC oder ein anderes

Elektrogerät. Jegliche unzulässige Verbindung birgt die Gefahr von

Stromschlägen und Brandgefahr.

◆Platzieren Sie dieses Gerät nicht auf einer instabilen Oberfläche oder

Halterung.

PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

Lea la siguiente información detenidamente antes de utilizar el dispositivo. Siga

las indicaciones de precaución que se mencionan a continuación para proteger el

dispositivo contra riesgos y daños causados por el fuego y la energía eléctrica:

◆Utilice el adaptador de alimentación incluido en el paquete del dispositivo.

◆Preste atención a la carga de potencia de la toma de corriente o de los

alargadores. Una toma de corriente sobrecargada o líneas y enchufes

dañados pueden provocar descargas eléctricas o un incendio. Compruebe

los cables de alimentación con cierta frecuencia. Si detecta algún daño,

reemplácelos inmediatamente.

◆Deje un espacio adecuado para que se disipe el calor y evitar así cualquier

daño en el dispositivo causado por sobrecalentamiento. Los orificios de

ventilación del dispositivo están diseñados para disipar el calor y

garantizar que dicho dispositivo funciona con normalidad. No tape estos

orificios de ventilación.

◆No coloque este dispositivo cerca de un lugar donde haya una fuente de

calor o temperaturas elevadas. Evite exponer el dispositivo a la luz solar

directa.

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◆No coloque este dispositivo junto a un lugar húmedo o mojado. No

derrame ningún fluido sobre el dispositivo.

◆Por favor, siga cuidadosamente las instrucciones que figuran en el manual/

guía de instalación rápida para conectar el dispositivo a su PC o a cualquier

otro producto electrónico. Cualquier conexión no válida podría causar

riesgo de descarga o de incendio.

◆No coloque este dispositivo en una superficie o soporte inestable.

PRECAUÇÕES DE SEGURANÇA

Leia atentamente as seguintes informações antes de utilizar o dispositivo.

Respeite as seguintes indicações de segurança para proteger o dispositivo

contra riscos e danos causados por fogo e energia eléctrica:

◆Utilize o transformador incluído na embalagem do dispositivo.

◆Respeite a potência da tomada eléctrica e das extensões. Uma tomada

eléctrica sobrecarregada ou cabos e fichas danificadas podem causar

choques eléctricos ou fogo. Verifique regularmente os cabos de

alimentação. Caso algum se encontre danificado, substitua-o

imediatamente.

◆É necessário deixar algum espaço livre em volta do dispositivo para

dissipação de calor, de forma a evitar danos causados pelo

sobreaquecimento do dispositivo. Os orifícios de ventilação do dispositivo

foram concebidos para dissipar o calor e assegurar que o mesmo funciona

normalmente. Não bloqueie esses orifícios de ventilação.

◆Não coloque este dispositivo junto a fontes de calor ou em locais com

temperaturas elevadas. Evite colocar o dispositivo sob luz solar directa.

◆Não coloque este dispositivo junto a locais molhados ou com humidade.

Não derrame líquidos sobre o dispositivo.

◆Por favor siga atentamente as instruções do manual / guia de instalação

rápida para conectar o dispositivo ao seu PC ou a qualquer outro

dispositivo electrónico. Atenção que qualquer tipo de ligação inválida pode

originar risco de choque eléctrico ou de incêndio.

◆Não coloque este dispositivo numa superfície ou suporte instáveis.

OMPLIANCES

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Contents

1Safety Precautions ....................................................................................... - 19 -

2Overview ...................................................................................................... - 19 -

2.1Product Introduction ........................................................................ - 19 -

2.2Packing List ..................................................................................... - 20 -

3Mode Introduction ........................................................................................ - 20 -

3.1Bridge Mode .................................................................................... - 20 -

3.2Router Mode .................................................................................... - 20 -

3.3Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS Mode........................................ - 20 -

3.4Client Mode ..................................................................................... - 20 -

4Hardware Description and Installation ......................................................... - 21 -

4.1Hardware Description ...................................................................... - 21 -

4.1.1Front Panel and LED Status ............................................ - 21 -

4.1.2Side Panel and Interface Description .............................. - 22 -

4.2Hardware Installation ....................................................................... - 23 -

4.2.1System Requirements ..................................................... - 23 -

4.2.2Before You Begin............................................................. - 23 -

4.3Operation Range ............................................................................. - 24 -

5Configuring Your Computer and Wireless Connection ................................. - 24 -

5.1Configuring Your Computer ............................................................. - 24 -

5.2Configuring Wireless Configuration ................................................. - 27 -

6Configuring SMCWEB-N2 ............................................................................ - 28 -

6.1Bridge Mode Configuration .............................................................. - 29 -

6.2Router Mode Configuration ............................................................. - 29 -

6.3Repeater Mode Configuration ......................................................... - 31 -

6.4WDS Mode Configuration ................................................................ - 33 -

6.4.1Repeater Configuration in the WDS Mode ...................... - 33 -

6.4.2Central Base Station Configuration in the WDS Mode .... - 35 -

6.4.3WDS Application.............................................................. - 35 -

6.5Client Mode Configuration ............................................................... - 37 -

7Web Configuration for the Bridge Mode ....................................................... - 38 -

7.1Running Status ................................................................................ - 38 -

7.1.1Router Status ................................................................... - 39 -

7.1.2Clients List ....................................................................... - 40 -

7.2Setup Wizard ................................................................................... - 40 -

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7.3Mode Setting ................................................................................... - 40 -

7.4Network Settings ............................................................................. - 41 -

7.4.1LAN Interface Settings .................................................... - 41 -

7.4.2DHCP Server ................................................................... - 42 -

7.4.2.1Using the Router as a DHCP Server ....................... - 42 -

7.4.2.2Using Address Reservation ..................................... - 43 -

7.5Wireless Settings ............................................................................. - 44 -

7.5.1Wireless Basic Settings ................................................... - 44 -

7.5.2Guest Network................................................................. - 48 -

7.5.3Wireless Advanced Settings ............................................ - 50 -

7.5.4WPS Setup ...................................................................... - 53 -

7.5.4.1Using the WPS Button ............................................. - 53 -

7.5.4.2Using the Web Page................................................ - 53 -

7.6Management Function ..................................................................... - 55 -

7.6.1Backup Settings .............................................................. - 55 -

7.6.2Reboot Router ................................................................. - 56 -

7.6.3Set Password .................................................................. - 57 -

7.6.4Router Upgrade ............................................................... - 57 -

8Web Configuration for the Router Mode ...................................................... - 59 -

8.1Running Status ................................................................................ - 59 -

8.1.1Router Status ................................................................... - 59 -

8.1.2Clients List ....................................................................... - 62 -

8.2Setup Wizard ................................................................................... - 62 -

8.3Mode Setting ................................................................................... - 62 -

8.4Network Settings ............................................................................. - 63 -

8.4.1LAN Interface Settings .................................................... - 63 -

8.4.2WAN Interface Settings ................................................... - 64 -

8.4.3DHCP Server ................................................................... - 72 -

8.4.3.1Using the Router as a DHCP Server ....................... - 72 -

8.4.3.2Using Address Reservation ..................................... - 73 -

8.4.4NAT ALG ......................................................................... - 74 -

8.5Wireless Settings ............................................................................. - 74 -

8.5.1Wireless Basic Settings ................................................... - 75 -

8.5.2Guest Network................................................................. - 79 -

8.5.3Wireless Advanced Settings ............................................ - 80 -

8.5.4WDS Function ................................................................. - 83 -

8.5.5WPS Setup ...................................................................... - 84 -

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8.5.5.1Using the WPS Button ............................................. - 84 -

8.5.5.2Using the Web Page................................................ - 84 -

8.6Network Application ......................................................................... - 86 -

8.6.1Port Forwarding ............................................................... - 86 -

8.6.2Port Triggering ................................................................. - 88 -

8.6.3UPnP ............................................................................... - 89 -

8.6.4IGMP Proxying ................................................................ - 90 -

8.6.5DMZ Server ..................................................................... - 90 -

8.6.6Dynamic DNS .................................................................. - 91 -

8.6.7Static Routes ................................................................... - 92 -

8.7Security Options .............................................................................. - 93 -

8.7.1Block Sites ....................................................................... - 94 -

8.7.2Block Services ................................................................. - 95 -

8.7.3Protection ........................................................................ - 97 -

8.8Management Function ..................................................................... - 98 -

8.8.1Backup Settings .............................................................. - 98 -

8.8.2Remote Management ...................................................... - 99 -

8.8.3Schedules...................................................................... - 101 -

8.8.4SNTP ............................................................................. - 102 -

8.8.5Reboot Router ............................................................... - 103 -

8.8.6Set Password ................................................................ - 103 -

8.8.7Router Upgrade ............................................................. - 104 -

9Web Configuration for the Wireless Universal Repeater Mode.................. - 105 -

9.1Running Status .............................................................................. - 105 -

9.1.1Router Status ................................................................. - 105 -

9.1.2Clients List ..................................................................... - 106 -

9.2Setup Wizard ................................................................................. - 106 -

9.3Repeater Mode Setting.................................................................. - 106 -

9.4Network Settings ........................................................................... - 107 -

9.4.1LAN Interface Settings .................................................. - 107 -

9.4.2DHCP Server ................................................................. - 108 -

9.4.2.1Using the Router as a DHCP Server ..................... - 108 -

9.4.2.2Using Address Reservation ................................... - 109 -

9.5Wireless Settings ........................................................................... - 110 -

9.5.1Wireless Universal Repeater ......................................... - 110 -

9.5.2WPS Setup .................................................................... - 111 -

9.5.2.1Using the WPS Button ........................................... - 111 -

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9.5.2.2Using the Web Page.............................................. - 112 -

9.5.3Wireless Client Function ............................................... - 116 -

9.6Management Function ................................................................... - 117 -

9.6.1Backup Settings ............................................................ - 118 -

9.6.2Reboot Router ............................................................... - 119 -

9.6.3Set Password ................................................................ - 119 -

9.6.4Router Upgrade ............................................................. - 120 -

10Web Configuration for the WDS Mode ....................................................... - 121 -

10.1Running Status ......................................................................... - 121 -

10.1.1Router Status ................................................................. - 121 -

10.1.2Clients List ..................................................................... - 122 -

10.2Setup Wizard ............................................................................ - 122 -

10.3Mode Setting ............................................................................ - 123 -

10.4Network Settings ...................................................................... - 123 -

10.4.1LAN Interface Settings .................................................. - 123 -

10.4.2DHCP Server ................................................................. - 124 -

10.4.2.1Using the Router as a DHCP Server ................... - 125 -

10.4.2.2Using Address Reservation ................................. - 125 -

10.5Wireless Settings ..................................................................... - 126 -

10.5.1WDS Function ............................................................... - 126 -

10.5.2Wireless Basic Settings ................................................. - 127 -

10.6Management Function ............................................................. - 130 -

10.6.1Backup Settings ............................................................ - 131 -

10.6.2Reboot Router ............................................................... - 132 -

10.6.3Set Password ................................................................ - 132 -

10.6.4Router Upgrade ............................................................. - 133 -

11Web Configuration for the Client Mode ...................................................... - 134 -

11.1Running Status ......................................................................... - 134 -

11.1.1Router Status ................................................................. - 134 -

11.1.2Clients List ..................................................................... - 135 -

11.2Setup Wizard ............................................................................ - 135 -

11.3Network Settings ...................................................................... - 136 -

11.3.1LAN Interface Settings .................................................. - 136 -

11.3.2DHCP Server ................................................................. - 137 -

11.3.2.1Using the Router as a DHCP Server ................... - 137 -

11.3.2.2Using Address Reservation ................................. - 138 -

11.4Wireless Settings ..................................................................... - 139 -

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11.4.1WPS Setup .................................................................... - 139 -

11.4.2Wireless Client Function ............................................... - 141 -

11.5Management Function ............................................................. - 142 -

11.5.1Backup Settings ............................................................ - 142 -

11.5.2Reboot Router ............................................................... - 143 -

11.5.3Set Password ................................................................ - 144 -

11.5.4Router Upgrade ............................................................. - 144 -

Appendix AFAQ .......................................................................................... - 146 -

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About User Manual

This user manual describes how to install and configure SMCWEB-N2.

Organization

This user manual is organized as follows:

Chapter Description

Chapter 1.: Safety Precautions Provides safety precaution information.

Chapter 2.: Overview Provides a general overview of SMCWEB-N2,

and the packing list.

Chapter 3.: Mode Introduction

Introduce network topologies and basic

wireless connection settings for the Bridge,

Router, Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS,

and Client modes.

Chapter 4.: Hardware

Description and Installation

Describes the front and rear panels of

SMCWEB-N2 and hardware installation.

Chapter 5.: Configuring Your

Computer and Wireless

Connection

Describes how to set the TCP/IP for your

computer and how to connect to

SMCWEB-N2 wirelessly.

Chapter 6.: Configuring

SMCWEB-N2

Describes how to configure SMCWEB-N2 for

the Bridge, Router, Wireless Universal

Repeater, WDS, and Client modes in a quick

and basic way.

Chapter 7.: Web Configuration

for the Bridge Mode

Describes how to use to Web page to

configure parameters for the Bridge mode.

Chapter 8.: Web Configuration

for the Router Mode

Describes how to use to Web page to

configure parameters for the Router mode.

Chapter 9.: Web Configuration

for the Wireless Universal

Repeater Mode

Describes how to use to Web page to

configure parameters for the Wireless

Universal Repeater mode (URM).

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Chapter 10.: Web

Configuration for the WDS

Mode

Describes how to use to Web page to

configure parameters for the WDS mode.

Chapter 11.: Web

Configuration for the Client

Mode

Describes how to use to Web page to

configure parameters for the Client mode.

Features

 Support IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11n, IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u,

IEEE802.11i, and IEEE802.11e

 Provide wireless transmission rate up to 300 Mbps

 Support WEP and WPA for secure data transmission

 Support DHCP server

 Support manually configuring static routing

 Support software upgrade through Web pages

 Support restoring factory default settings

 Support demilitarized zone (DMZ)

 Support DNS proxy and forwarding

 Support UPnP

 Support WPS

 Support port forwarding

 Support port triggering

 Support wireless repeater

 Support guest network

 Support filtering by keyword and domain name

 Support wireless security authentication

 Support 5 types of WAN connection modes, including static IP, dynamic IP,

PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP

 Support remote access control

 Support firewall

 Support system status display

 Support backing up and restoring configuration files

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1 Safety Precautions

Before operating SMCWEB-N2, read the following precaution information carefully:

 Leave proper space for heat dissipation to avoid damage caused by device

overheating. Heat dissipation holes enable the device to work normally. Do

not cover heat dissipation holes.

 Keep the device away from heat outlets or high temperature places. Prevent

the device from direct sunlight.

 Keep the device in dry places. Do not spill any liquid on this device.

 Do not connect the device to any PC or electronic product unless our

customer engineer or your broadband provider instructs you to do this,

because any wrong connection may cause power or fire risks.

 Do not place this device on an unstable surface.

2 Overview

2.1 Product Introduction

Thank you for choosing the SMCWEB-N2 Wireless N Universal Repeater.

SMCWEB-N2, a pocket router, is case-shaped, easy to carry, and easy to install.

Its wireless transmission rate is up to 300 Mbps. It is a high-performance and

IEEE802.11b/g/n-compatible network access device that can provide reliable and

convenient network access service for individual users and SOHO (Small Office,

Home Office). It features Web-based GUI, allowing users to easily modify settings

to connect the device to ISP (Internet Service Provider) and conveniently perform

upgrade using the WEB page.

In addition, SMCWEB-N2 has a three-way switch on the side panel that enables

users to change the device’s working mode among AP, Repeater, and Client. In the

AP mode, the device functions as a wireless router to achieve wireless connection

for the wired LAN. In the Repeater mode, the device provides the URM (Universal

Repeater Mode) function for users to expand wireless coverage of the existing AP

in a quick and easy way. In the Client mode, the device functions as a wireless

network adapter but it can provide a better transmission and connection

performance.

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2.2 Packing List

Please check whether your packing list includes the following items:

 Wireless N Universal Repeater

 1 RJ-45 Cable

 CD with user manual, Source code, GPL license(s), GPL disclaimer

 Quick Installation Guide

 Warranty/Support card

 GPL Disclaimer

3 Mode Introduction

3.1 Bridge Mode

In the Bridge mode, SMCWEB-N2 works as a wireless router to achieve wireless

connection for the wired LAN.

3.2 Router Mode

In the Router mode, SMCWEB-N2 works as a domestic gateway.

3.3 Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS Mode

In the Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS mode, SMCWEB-N2 expands wireless

coverage of the existing AP. Computers can connect to SMCWEB-N2 in either a

wired or wireless way.

3.4 Client Mode

In the Client mode, SMCWEB-N2 provides Internet access for a set-top box or a

computer with a network adapter.

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4 Hardware Description and Installation

4.1 Hardware Description

4.1.1 Front Panel and LED Status

There are 4 LED indicators on the front panel of SMCWEB-N2. By observing their

status, you can check whether the device runs normally.

Table 4.1 SMCWEB-N2 indicator status

Indicator Color Status Description

Power

Green On The device is working normally.

Red On

The system is in the process of

self-inspection or fails the self-inspection. Or

it is in the process of software upgrade.

WPS Green

Off The WPS session is down.

The WPS indicator keeps on for 5 minutes

after WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

connection succeeds.

Quick A terminal is attempting to connect to the

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blink SMCWEB-N2 through WPS but fails.

Quick

blink

with a

certain

interval

Multiple terminals are connecting to the

SMCWEB-N2 through WPS at the same

time. WPS sessions conflict.

Slow

blink The WPS session is up.

Ethernet Green

Off The Ethernet port is in the

non-communication state.

On The Ethernet port is in the communication

state.

Blink The Ethernet port is transmitting and

receiving data.

WLAN Green

Off The WLAN connection is in the

non-communication state.

On The WLAN connection is in the

communication state.

Blink Data is being transmitted and received in the

WLAN.

4.1.2 Side Panel and Interface Description

Side Panel

Table 4.2 SMCWEB-N2 interface and button status

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Interface/Button Description

WAN/LAN If SMCWEB-N2 is set to the AP mode, the interface is a

WAN interface which connects SMCWEB-N2 to WAN or

uplink network devices.

If SMCWEB-N2 is set to the Repeater/Client mode, the

interface is an LAN interface.

Reset Press the Reset button gently for 3-6 seconds and then

release it. The system restores to the factory default

settings.

AP/Repeater/Client It is used for setting SMCWEB-N2 to the AP, Repeater,

or Client mode.

AP mode—including the Bridge and router modes

Repeater mode—to expand wireless network coverage

Client mode—equivalent to a wireless network adapter

WPS For enabling WPS PBC mode. For more information,

refer to WPS descriptions for each mode.

4.2 Hardware Installation

4.2.1 System Requirements

Before installing the device, please ensure that the following items are available:

 At least one Ethernet RJ45 cable (10BASE-T/100BASE-T)

 One SMCWEB-N2 Wireless N Universal Repeater

 A PC is already installed with the TCP/IP protocol and the PC can access

the Internet.

4.2.2 Before You Begin

Before you install the device, please pay attention to the following items:

 The Ethernet cables that are used to connect the device to a computer, hub,

router, or switch should be less than 100 meters.

 Do not place this device on an uneven or unstable surface. Do not put this

device on the ground.

 Keep the device clean. Prevent the device from direct sunlight. Avoid any

metal in the device.

 Place the device in the center of the area to optimize the wireless coverage.

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4.3 Operation Range

The operation range of SMCWEB-N2 depends on the actual environment. The

path and effect of signal transmission vary with the deployment in a house or an

office. For example, the outdoor straight transmission distance for a certain device

can reach 300 meters and the indoor transmission distance can reach 100 meters.

5 Configuring Your Computer and Wireless

Connection

5.1 Configuring Your Computer

The following takes Windows XP as an example. Do as follows to manually set the

network adapter:

Step 1 Right-click the icon of My Network Places and choose Properties to

display the Network Connections window.

Step 2 Right-click the icon of a network interface card or wireless network

adapter and choose Properties. (Note: In the Client mode, computers

can connect to SMCWEB-N2 through an Ethernet cable only.)

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Step 3 Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

Step 4 (1) When SMCWEB-N2 is set to the Router mode, select Obtain an IP

address automatically.

(2) When SMCWEB-N2 is set to other modes, set the IP address of your

computer to 192.168.2.X (X is an integer in the range of 2 to 253), and

the MAC address to 255.255.255.0. Set the gateway and the IP address

of the DNS server. You can leave them blank if you do not know

information about the gateway and DNS server. Click OK.

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Note:

After you finish configuring SMCWEB-N2, the domestic gateway can set

the Internet protocol for the PC’s network adapter. Set the IP address and

DNS server to Obtain an IP address automatically as shown in the figure

above.

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5.2 Configuring Wireless Configuration

The following takes Windows XP as an example. Do as follows to connect the

wireless network adapter of your PC to SMCWEB-N2:

Step 1 Click the icon displayed at the right bottom corner of the desktop

(Note: Ensure that your PC is installed with a wireless network adapter).

Step 2 In the Wireless Network Connection page, double-click the desired

wireless network.

Step 3 Your computer successfully connects to the wireless network when

Connected is displayed on the right upper corner.

Note:

The default SSID of SMCWEB-N2 is SMC_0.

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6 Configuring SMCWEB-N2

Table 6.1 IP information of AP/Repeater/Client modes of SMCWEB-N2

Mode On

the Case

Mode Available

In the Web

Management IP

Address

Subnet MAC

Address

DHCP

Way of

connecting to

Bridge (default)

192.168.2.1 255.255.255.0

Disable Ethernet cable

/Wireless

Router Enable Wireless only

Repeater Wireless

Universal

Repeater

(default)

192.168.2.1 255.255.255.0

Disable Ethernet cable

/Wireless

WDS

Client Client (default) 192.168.2.1

255.255.255.0 Disable Ethernet cable

only

Step 1 Set the three-way switch on the case of SMCWEB-N2 to the mode you

want.

Run the Internet Explorer (IE). Enter the management IP address of

192.168.2.1 and press Enter. In the login window that is displayed, enter

the user name admin and password smcadmin, and click Login.

Step 2 Configure parameters for the mode you selected. Terminal devices can

access the network through SMCWEB-N2 after you finish configuration

by following procedures in the sections below.

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6.1 Bridge Mode Configuration

Step 1 Set the three-way switch on the side panel to AP after SMCWEB-N2 is

powered on. Log in to the configuration page after the system is started.

Step 2 Click Setup Wizard in the navigation bar on the left pane of the page.

Set the SSID and encryption password and note them down. Click

Finish to complete the settings.

6.2 Router Mode Configuration

Step 1 Set the three-way switch on the side panel to AP after SMCWEB-N2 is

powered on. Log in to the configuration page after the system is started.

Step 2 Click Mode Settings and select Router Mode. (The default mode is

Bridge Mode.)

Step 3 Connect your PC to SMCWEB-N2 using a wireless network adapter

after SMCWEB-N2 is restarted successfully. Log in to the configuration

page. Click Setup Wizard in the navigation bar on the left pane of the

page. Select Yes and click Next. SMCWEB-N2 will automatically detect

the broadband type.

Step 4 SMCWEB-N2 can detect three types of broadband: DHCP, Static IP, and

PPPoE. Perform configurations according to the broadband type you are

using.

Parameter configuration for DHCP

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Parameter configuration for static IP

Enter the account name

provided by your ISP. Leave it

blank if your ISP does not

rovide the account name.

uired

Optional

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Parameter configuration for PPPoE

Step 5 Click Next. Set the SSID and password and note them down. Click

Finish to complete the settings.

6.3 Repeater Mode Configuration

Step 1 Set the three-way switch on the side panel to Repeater after

SMCWEB-N2 is powered on. Log in to the configuration page after the

system is started.

Step 2 Click Setup Wizard in the navigation bar on the left pane of the page.

Select Wireless Universal Repeater Mode and click Next.

Enter the account name and

password for Internet

connection

Enter the DNS address

provided by your ISP. If your

ISP does not provide it, select

Get Automatically From ISP.

You can use the default SSID.

However, we suggest modifying SSID.

Set the wireless encryption

mode and

assword.

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Step 3 Click Site Survey to search for the wireless network you want to connect.

Select a desired network. Click Next.

Step 4 Configure the repeater with the same security option as its uplink

network. (The following figure takes the security option of None as an

example.) Set the encryption password and note it down. Click Next.

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Step 5 SMCWEB-N2 provides the wireless roaming function if you select

Synchronize Wireless Universal Repeater's And Uplink AP's SSID

And Security Options. Otherwise, manually configure the SSID and

security options for the repeater. Click Finish to complete setup wizard.

6.4 WDS Mode Configuration

6.4.1 Repeater Configuration in the WDS Mode

Step 1 Set the three-way switch on the side panel to Repeater after

SMCWEB-N2 is powered on. Log in to the configuration page after the

system is started.

Step 2 Click Setup Wizard in the navigation bar on the left pane of the page.

Select WDS Mode and click Next. (Note: The WDS function cannot be

used if the channel is set to Auto) Manually set all WDS devices to the

same channel.

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Step 3 Set the IP address of the LAN port of the repeater and enter the MAC

address of the basic station. Click Next.

Step 4 Set the SSID, channel, and security encryption for the repeater. The

channel cannot be set to Auto. It is recommended to configure the

repeater with the same security option as its base station. Set the

encryption password and note it down. Click Finish to complete the

settings.

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6.4.2 Central Base Station Configuration in the WDS Mode

Step 1 Set SMCWEB-N2 to the Router mode.

Step 2 Choose Wireless Settings > WDS Function, select Enable WDS

Function, and enter the MAC address of the Repeater (Note: One basic

station can connect to a maximum of 4 repeaters).

6.4.3 WDS Application

The following figure shows a wireless network for Humans Resource Department

(marked as A in the figure), Finance Department (marked as B), and Marketing

Department (marked as C) in an enterprise. If the three departments share one

Wireless N Universal Repeater, signals searched by computers may be rather

weak or even no signals are available. However, if each of the three departments

uses a Wireless N Universal Repeater, we can use WDS to connect the three

routers to provide perfect wireless coverage for the whole areas.

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Configure the three routers in this way:

Wireless N Universal Repeater B functions as the wireless basic station; Wireless

N Universal Repeaters A and C connect to Wireless N Universal Repeater B by

using WDS.

(1) Configuring Wireless N Universal Repeater B as the wireless

basic station

Step 1 Log in to the Web management page of Wireless N Universal Repeater

B. Choose Wireless Settings > Wireless Basic Settings and set the

SSID, channel, and wireless encryption information. Write down the

SSID, channel, and wireless encryption information that are required

when you are configuring wirelss router A and C.

Step 2 Choose Wireless Settings > WDS Function and enable the WDS

function. Enter MAC addresses of repeaters (that is, Wireless N

Universal Repeaters A and C in this example). Click Apply to save the

settings.

(2) Configuring Wireless N Universal Repeater A

Do as follows to establish WDS connection between Wireless N Universal

Repeaters A and B:

Step 1 Set Wireless N Universal Repeater A with the same channel and

encryption information as Wireless N Universal Repeater B.

Step 2 Choose Wireless Settings > WDS Function and enable the WDS

function. Set the IP address of Wireless N Universal Repeater B different

from that of Wireless N Universal Repeater B to avoid IP address conflict

(for example, change the IP address to 192.168.2.20 in the LAN

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Interface Settings page and log in to the Web management page

again). Enter the MAC address of the wireless basic station.

Step 3 Click Apply to save the settings.

Then, WDS connection is established between Wireless N Universal Repeaters A

and B.

(3) Configuring Wireless N Universal Repeater C

Configure Wireless N Universal Repeater C in the same way as Wireless N

Universal Repeater A. Note that the IP address of the LAN interface must be

changed to an IP address that does not conflict with IP addresses of existing

computers or devices in the network.

6.5 Client Mode Configuration

Step 1 Click Setup Wizard in the navigation bar on the left pane of the page.

Click Site Survey to search for the wireless network you want to

connect.

Step 2 Enter encryption information of the selected wireless network. Click

Finish to complete the settings.

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7 Web Configuration for the Bridge Mode

7.1 Running Status

Click Running Status and the extended navigation menu is shown as follows:

Click the submenu to enter a specific configuration page.

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7.1.1 Router Status

Choose Running Status > Router Status and the Router Status page is

displayed.

In this page, you can view information about the current running status of

SMCWEB-N2, including system information, LAN port status, and wireless network

status.

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7.1.2 Clients List

Choose Running Status > Clients List and the Clients List page is displayed.

This page displays information of computers connected to the router, including the

IP adress, and MAC address of each computer.

7.2 Setup Wizard

For settings, refer to section 6.1 “Bridge Mode Configuration”.

7.3 Mode Setting

Click Mode Settings and the Mode Settings page is displayed.

 Bridge Mode: The interface on its case is an LAN interface. Users can

connect SMCWEB-N2 and the PC using an RJ45 cable or a wireless

network card.

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 Router Mode: Computers can connect to SMCWEB-N2 in a wireless way

only.

7.4 Network Settings

Click LAN Interface Settings and the extended navigation menu is shown as

follows:

Click a submenu to perform specific parameter configurations.

7.4.1 LAN Interface Settings

Choose Network Settings > LAN Interface Settings and the LAN Interface

Settings page is displayed.

You can modify the IP address and IP subnet mask of the LAN port as required.

Note:

If you change the default IP address, you must use the new IP address to

of all hosts in the LAN must be set to the new IP address for Internet

access.

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The subnet mask of all hosts in the LAN must be the same as the subnet

mask specified in the LAN Interface Settings page.

7.4.2 DHCP Server

Choose Network Settings > DHCP Server and the DHCP Server page is

displayed.

DHCP refers to Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. If Use Device as DHCP

Service is selected, SMCWEB-N2 automatically assigns IP addresses to

comupters in the LAN. Users do not need to configure TCP/IP protocol paramters

such as the IP address, the subnet mask, the gateway, and the DNS server

information for computers connected to the router’s LAN.

7.4.2.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server

 Use Router as DHCP Server: If you select the Use Router as DHCP

Server check box, SMCWEB-N2 serves as a DHCP server to automatically

assign IP addresses to computers connected to it.

 Starting IP Address/Ending IP Address: Set the starting and ending IP

addresses to specify a pool of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP

server. After you set Starting IP Address/Ending IP Address, hosts in the

LAN obtain IP addresses that are in the range of the starting and ending IP

addresses.

 DHCP Lease Time: The valid time for an IP address that is automatically

assigned by the DHCP server to a host. The DHCP server does not assign

the IP address to other hosts within the specified time.

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7.4.2.2 Using Address Reservation

When you specify a reserved IP address for a computer in the LAN, the computer

always receives the same IP address each time it accesses the router’s DHCP

server. Reserved IP addresses should be assigned to computers or servers that

require permanent IP settings.

To reserve an IP address:

Step 1 Click Add to enter the Address Reservation page.

Step 2 Select one item from Address Reservation Table, or enter the IP

address in the IP Address field to assign to the computer or server

(Choose an IP address from the IP address pool that you have specified,

for example 192.168.2.x). Enter the MAC address and device name of

the computer or server.

Step 3 Click Add to add a new item into Address Reservation.

Step 4 Click Apply to save the settings.

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7.5 Wireless Settings

Click Wireless Settings and the extended navigation menu is shown as follows:

Click a submenu to perform specific parameter configurations.

7.5.1 Wireless Basic Settings

Choose Wireless Settings > Wireless Basic Settings and the Wireless Basic

Settings page is displayed.

 Region: Select the region where you are located.

 Enable SSID Broadcast: If enabled, the router broadcasts its SSID in the

wireless network. Wireless clients can scan the SSID and access the

wireless network under the SSID.

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 Enable Wireless Isolation: If selected, wireless clients connected to the

network of the same SSID can access the Internet only, but cannot

communicate with each other.

 Name (SSID): Set the name for the wireless network. The SSID can contain

up to 32 characters and can be letters, numerals, underlines, and any

combinations of them. The SSID is case-sensitive.

 Mode: Select the wireless mode. Mixed 802.11b/g/n is recommended.

 Channel: The channel for transmitting wireless signals. The default channel

is Auto. When you select Auto, SMCWEB-N2 automatically selects the best

channel from the available channels according to actual situations.

 Band Width: The bandwidth occupied for wireless signal transmission.

 Max Transmission Rate: The maximum transmission rate of SMCWEB-N2.

 Security Options: Set the security encryption of the wireless network, to

prevent unauthorized access and listening.

Security Options

- None

Data encryption is not adopted and the network is not secure. Any stations can

access the network. This option is not recommended.

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- WEP

Wired equivalent privacy. You can use WEP 64- or 128-bit encryption.

 Authentication Type: Select the authentication type that the system adopts.

Three authentication types are available: Automatic, Open, and Shared

keys.

– Automatic: If selected, the router uses an authentication type of Open

or Shared keys according to the request of the host.

– Open: If selected, hosts in the wireless network can pass the

authentication and connect to the wireless network without using a

password. However, the password is required if you want to transmit

data.

– Shared keys: If selected, hosts in the wireless network can pass

authentication only when the correct password is entered. Otherwise,

the hosts cannot connect to the wireless network.

 Encryption Type: The type of the key to be set. Hexadecimal and ASCII

code are available.

– Hex: Valid characters for keys contain 0–9 and A–F.

– ASCII: Valid characters for keys contain all characters of the key board.

 Encryption Strength: The encryption strength determines the length of the

key.

– If Encryption Strength is set to 64 bits, set the key to 10 hexadecimal

digits or 5 ASCII characters.

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– If Encryption Strength is set to 128 bits, set the key to 26 hexadecimal

digits or 13 ASCII characters.

 Key 1/2/3/4: Set the key based on the selected encryption type and

encryption strength.

- WPA-PSK[TKIP] or WPA2-PSK[TKIP]

WPA-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access

WPA2-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access version 2

TKIP: Temporal Key Integrity Protocol

Note that the 802.11n mode does not support the TKIP algorithm.

 PassPhrase: Enter 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal digits.

- WPA-PSK[AES] or WPA2-PSK[AES]

WPA-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access.

WPA2-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access version 2.

AES: Advanced Encryption Standard

 PassPhrase: Enter 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal digits.

- WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK+[TKIP]/[AES]

It allows the client to use either WPA-PSK[TKIP]/[AES] or WPA2-PSK

[TKIP]/[AES].

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 PassPhrase: Enter 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal digits.

Note:

After you complete configuring wireless settings for SMCWEB-N2, only

hosts that have the same wireless settings (for example, the SSID) as

SMCWEB-N2 can connect to it. If you configure security settings for

SMCWEB-N2, hosts must have the same security settings (for example, the

password) as SMCWEB-N2 in order to connect to SMCWEB-N2.

7.5.2 Guest Network

If you do not want visitors to know your wireless security key, you can use the guest

network to allow them to use your Internet without knowing your wireless

connection password.

Choose Wireless Settings > Guest Network and the Guest Network page is

displayed.

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 Network Profiles: Brief description of the created guest network. You can

create up to four guest networks. A network profile contains the SSID and

encryption mode, whether to use the guest network, and whether to

broadcast SSID. You can click the radio button of a profile to view detailed

information or modify settings.

 Enable Guest Network: If enabled, both you and visitors can connect to the

network by using the SSID of the guest network.

 Enable SSID Broadcast: If enabled, SMCWEB-N2 broadcasts its SSID to

all wireless stations.

 Allow Guest to access My Local Network: If enabled, visitors using the

SSID of a guest network can access not only the Internet but also the LAN of

SMCWEB-N2, like users using the primary SSID of the network. If disabled,

visitors using the SSID of a guest network cannot access the LAN of

SMCWEB-N2.

 Enable Wireless Isolation: If selected, wireless clients connected to the

guest network of the same SSID can access the Internet only, but cannot

communicate with each other.

 Guest Wireless Network Name (SSID): Set the name of the guest network.

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 Security Options: Refer to security option descriptions in section 8.5.2

“Wireless Basic Settings”.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

7.5.3 Wireless Advanced Settings

Choose Wireless Settings > Wireless Advanced Settings and the Wireless

Advanced Settings page is displayed.

 Enable Wireless Router Radio: If you disable the wireless router radio,

wireless devices cannot connect to the SMCWEB-N2 router. If you do not

use your wireless network for a period of time, you can clear this check box

and disable all wireless connectivity.

 Fragmentation Length (256-2346): Set the threshold of fragmentation

length. If the length of a packet exceeds the set value, the packet is

automatically fragmented into several packets. The value of Fragmentation

Length cannot be too small because excessive packets reduce wireless

network performance. The default value is 2346.

 DTIM (1-255): Set the interval for sending DTIM frames.

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 Beacon Interval (20-1000): The beacon interval is the frequency of sending

Beacon frames. Set the interval for sending Beacon frames. The unit is

millisecond (ms). The default value is 100 ms.

 MAX Clients (0-12): Set the maximum number of clients. 0 indicates the

number of connected clients is not limited.

 CTS/RTS Threshold (1-2347): Set the CTS/RTS threshold. If the length of a

packet is greater than the specified RTS value, SMCWEB-N2 sends an RTS

frame to the destination station to negotiate. After receiving an RTS frame,

the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send (CTS) frame to

SMCWEB-N2, notifying that they can communicate with each other.

 Preamble Mode: A preamble (especially the 802.11b High Rate/DSSS PHY

field; 56 digits synchronized field for short preamble) defines the length of

the CRC correction block for communication between wireless devices.

Short preamble should be applied in a network with intense traffics. It helps

improve the efficiency of a wireless network responding to applications that

have high requirement of real-time, such as streaming video and

voice-over-IP telephony.

 Guard Interval:

– Short GI: The interval is 400 ns. When short GI is enabled,

SMCWEB-N2 can receive and send short-frame-interval packets. This

helps improve the transmission rate of SMCWEB-N2.

– Long GI: The interval is 800 ns.

 Transmit Power Control: Set the transmit power of the wireless network. It

is recommended to use the default setting of 100%.

 Router’s PIN: Display the PIN to be used for the wireless client when

wireless settings of the router are configured through WPS.

 Enable WPS: Functions in the WPS Setup page are available only after the

Enable WPS check box is selected. If the check box is not selected, the

WPS Setup menu item is greyed out.

 Disable Router’s PIN: The PIN mode function in the WPS Setup page is

available only when the Disable Router’s PIN check box is not selected. If

the check box is selected, the PIN mode option is unavailable.

Restricting wireless access by MAC address

When a wireless card access list is configured and enabled, the router checks the

MAC address of any wireless device attempting a connection and allows only

connections to computers identified on the trusted computer list.

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The MAC address is a network device’s unique 12-character physical address,

containing the hexadecimal characters 0–9, a–f, or A–F only. The MAC address is

in the format of XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX.

To restrict wireless access by MAC address:

Step 1 Click Setup Access List button in the Wireless Advanced Settings

page to display the Wireless Card Access List page.

Step 2 Click Add to add a wireless device to the wireless access control list.

The Wireless Card Access Setup page is displayed.

Step 3 If the computer you want appears in the Available Wireless Cards list,

you can select the radio button of that computer to obtain its MAC

address. Otherwise, you can manually enter a name and MAC address

of the computer to be authorized. Generally, the MAC address is labeled

on the bottom of the wireless device.

Step 4 Click Add to add this wireless device to the wireless card access list.

The page jumps to the list page.

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Step 5 Select Turn Access Control On. If selected, you can restrict PCs’

access to the wireless network, only allowing specified PCs to access

your network according to their MAC addresses.

Step 6 Click Apply to save your Wireless Card Access List settings.

Now, only devices on this list can wirelessly connect to the SMCWEB-N2 router.

7.5.4 WPS Setup

WPS refers to Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

You can use WPS to establish wireless connection in a quick and secure way if the

uplink AP or terminal (for example, the network adapter) has the WPS function. It is

suggested to first configure wireless encryption for the uplink AP. If you change the

wireless encryption mode after having establishing wireless connection using WPS,

you must use WPS to establish wireless connection again. Note that if the wireless

client does not support WPS you must manually configure the wireless client (such

as SSID, security mode, and password) to make it have the same SSID and

wireless security settings as the router.

The following describes how to configure WPS for the AP mode.

7.5.4.1 Using the WPS Button

In the AP mode with WDS disabled, press the WPS button on the side panel of

SMCWEB-N2 and the WPS button on the client device. SMCWEB-N2 can perform

WPS encrypted connection to the downlink client device.

7.5.4.2 Using the Web Page

You can perform WPS settings using the Web page for configuration.

Choose Wireless Settings > WPS Setup to display the WPS Setup page.

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 PBC mode

Step 1 Select Push Button and click Start PBC. WPS encrypted connection

starts.

Step 2 Press the WPS button on the network adapter or click the PBC button in

the network adapter configuration tool within 2 minutes to start WPS

connection. After WPS connection is established, the following page is

displayed, indicating that the WPS connection is completed.

 PIN mode

Step 1 Select PIN, enter the PIN code of the network adapter (refer to the client

of the network adapter), and click Start PIN to start WPS connection.

Step 2 Click the PIN button on the network adapter within 2 minutes to start

WPS connection. After WPS connection is established, the following

page is displayed, indicating that the WPS connection is completed.

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7.6 Management Function

Click Management Function and the extended navigation menu is shown as

follows.

Click a submenu to perform specific parameter configurations.

7.6.1 Backup Settings

Choose Management Function > Backup Settings and the Backup Settings

page is displayed.

In this page, you can export configuration information of the router to the computer

in the form of XML for later use, import a previously saved or a new configuration

file, and restore the factory default settings of the router.

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 Backup

Click Backup and save configuration information of the router as a local file.

Note:

Before saving your configuration file, change the administrator password

to the default (admin) in case you forget your password. Then change it

again after you have saved the configuration file. If you forget the

password, you will need to reset the configuration to factory defaults.

 Restore

The Backup and Restore options in the Backup Settings page let you save and

retrieve a file containing your router’s configuration settings.

Click Browse… to select the configuration file restored in your computer and click

Restore to load the file to the router.

 Erase

Under some circumstances (for example, if you move the router to a different

network or if you have forgotten the password) you might want to erase the

configuration and restore the factory default settings.

Click Erase to restore the factory default settings of the router. This operation has

the same effect as pressing the Reset button on the side panel for 3-6 seconds.

7.6.2 Reboot Router

Choose Management Function > Reboot Router and the Reboot Router page is

displayed.

Click Reboot to reboot the router. After the router is rebooted, the system jumps to

the login page.

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7.6.3 Set Password

Choose Management Function > Set Password and the Set Password page is

displayed.

In this page, you can change the login password.

Note:

For security, it is strongly recommended to change the default password of

the administrator. If you forget the password, you can restore the router to

the default settings. The default password is admin.

7.6.4 Router Upgrade

Choose Management Function > Router Upgrade and the Router Upgrade

page is displayed.

To upgrade the software of the router:

Step 1 Click Browse… to navigate to the latest software.

Step 2 Select the correct upgrade file. If you select Clear Config, the router

restores to the default settings after upgrade is finished. If you do not

select it, the current settings remain.

Step 3 Click Upload to start upgrade.

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After the upgrade is completed, the router automatically reboots.

Note:

After the software upgrade, SMCWEB-N2 returns to the factory default

settings. In case of losing the previous configuration information, please

save settings before updating the software.

Do not power off the router during the upgrade.

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8 Web Configuration for the Router Mode

8.1 Running Status

Click Running Status and the extended navigation menu is shown as follows:

Click the submenu to enter a specific configuration page.

8.1.1 Router Status

Choose Running Status > Router Status and the Router Status page is

displayed.

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In this page, you can view information about the current running status of

SMCWEB-N2, including system information, connection status of the Internet port,

LAN port status, and wireless network status.

Click Show Statistics and the Statistic Information page as shown in the

following figure is displayed:

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In this page, you can view performance statistics information of SMCWEB-N2,

including the numbers of sent and received packets at each port.

 Set Interval: Set the interval for traffic statistics.

 Stop: If you click this button, this page always displays statistics information

that was refreshed for the last time and it is not refreshed any more.

Click Connection Status in the Router Status page, and the Connection Status

page is displayed. This page displays current connection information of

SMCWEB-N2.

The following takes WAN connection of DHCP as an example.

 Release: Click the button and SMCWEB-N2 sends a request to the ISP for

releasing the IP address, the subnet mask, the default gateway, and DNS

server settings.

 Renew: Click the button and SMCWEB-N2 dynamically obtains an IP

address, a subnet mask, the default gateway, and DNS server settings from

the ISP. The information will be displayed in this page.

For details of WAN connection modes, refer to section 8.4.2 “WAN Interface

Settings”.

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8.1.2 Clients List

Choose Running Status > Clients List and the Clients List page is displayed.

This page displays information of computers connected to SMCWEB-N2, including

the IP adress and MAC address of each computer.

8.2 Setup Wizard

For settings, refer to section 6.2 “Router Mode Configuration”.

8.3 Mode Setting

Click Mode Settings and the Mode Settings page is displayed.

 Bridge Mode: The interface on its case is an LAN interface. Users can

connect SMCWEB-N2 and the PC using an RJ45 cable or a wireless

network card.

 Router Mode: Computers can connect to SMCWEB-N2 in a wireless way

only.

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8.4 Network Settings

Click Wired Network Settings and the extended navigation menu is shown as

follows:

Click a submenu to perform specific parameter configurations.

8.4.1 LAN Interface Settings

Choose Network Settings > LAN Interface Settings and the LAN Interface

Settings page is displayed.

You can modify the IP address and IP subnet mask of the LAN port as required.

Note:

If you change the default IP address, you must use the new IP address to

of all hosts in the LAN must be set to the new IP address for Internet

access. The subnet mask of all hosts in the LAN must be the same as the

subnet mask specified in the LAN Interface Settings page.

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8.4.2 WAN Interface Settings

Choose Network Settings > WAN Interface Settings and the WAN Interface

Settings page is displayed.

The router supports 5 modes of WAN connection, including Dynamic IP (DHCP),

Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, and L2TP. Select the WAN connection you use. Contact

your ISP if you do not know your WAN connection mode.

(1) Dynamic IP (DHCP)

If you select dynamic IP (DHCP), SMCWEB-N2 automatically obtains the IP

address from the ISP automatically. Select DHCP when the ISP does not provide

any IP network parameters. See the following figure:

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 Account Name: The account name is provided by your ISP. If the ISP does

not provide it, you can leave the item blank.

 Domain Name Service (DNS) Address: Select Use These DNS Servers if

you know that your ISP does not automatically transmit DNS addresses to

the router during login. And enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS

server. Enter a secondary DNS server address if available.

 MTU Size: Set the maximum transmission unit. The default value is

recommended.

 Router MAC Address: Physical address of the router.

– Generally, select Use Default Address.

– If the ISP requires MAC address authentication, Select Use Computer

MAC Address or Use This MAC Address. If you select Use

Computer MAC Address, the MAC address of the current computer

serves as the MAC address of the router. If you select Use This MAC

Address, you need to enter the MAC address of another computer. The

format of an MAC address is XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

(2) Static IP

If the ISP provides the IP address, subnet mask, and information about the

gateway and DNS server, select Static IP. Contact your ISP if you do not know the

information.

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 Account Name: The account name is provided by your ISP. If the ISP does

not provide it, you can leave the item blank.

 IP Address: Enter the WAN IP address provided by the ISP. The parameter

must be entered.

 IP Subnet Mask: Enter the WAN subnet mask provided by the ISP. It varies

with the network type. It is usually 255.255.255.0 (Class C).

 Gateway IP Address: Enter the IP address of the gateway provided by the

ISP. It is the IP address used for connecting to the ISP.

 Primary DNS: Enter the IP address of the primary DNS server if necessary.

 Secondary DNS: Enter the IP address of that DNS server if the ISP

provides another DNS server.

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 MTU Size: Set the maximum transmission unit. The default value is

recommended.

 Router MAC Address: See descriptions on setting Router MAC Address

for DHCP.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

(3) PPPoE

If the ISP provides the user name and password for PPPoE (Point-to-Point

Protocol over Ethernet) dialup, select PPPoE.

 Login: Enter the user name for PPPoE dialup provided by the ISP.

 Password: Enter the password for PPPoE dialup provided by the ISP.

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 Service Name: If several PPPoE servers are available, specify one in this

field.

 Connection Mode:

– Always On: If you select it, the system automatically establishes a

connection. If SMCWEB-N2 is disconnected from the network because

of external factors when you are using the Internet access service, the

system attempts connection in an interval of the specified time (for

example, 10 seconds) until the connection is established. If you pay for

Internet access monthly, we recommend you to use this connection

mode.

– Dial On Demand: If you select it, the system automatically establishes

a connection when a network access request from the LAN is received.

If no network access request is sent from the LAN within the specified

time of Idle Timeout, the system automatically interrupts the

connection. If you pay for Internet access by time, you are

recommended to use this connection mode, which effectively saves the

expense of Internet access.

– Manually Connect: If you select it, you need to manually set dialup

connection after startup.

 Idle Timeout: If the system does not detect any Internet access behavior

within the specified time of Idle Timeout, the system interrupts the Internet

connection.

 Domain Name Server (DNS) Address: Select Use These DNS Servers if

you know that your ISP does not automatically transmit DNS addresses to

the router during login. And enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS

server. Enter a secondary DNS server address if available.

 MTU Size: Set the maximum transmission unit. The default value is

recommended.

 Router MAC Address: See descriptions on setting Router MAC Address

for DHCP.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

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(4) PPTP

If the ISP provides the user name and password for PPTP dialup, select PPTP.

 Login: Enter the user name for PPTP dialup provided by the ISP.

 Password: Enter the password for PPTP dialup provided by the ISP.

 Connection Mode:

– Always On: If you select it, the system automatically establishes a

connection. If SMCWEB-N2 is disconnected from the network because

of external factors when you are using the Internet access service, the

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system attempts connection in an interval of the specified time (for

example, 10 seconds) until the connection is established. If you pay for

Internet access monthly, we recommend you to use this connection

mode.

– Dial On Demand: If you select it, the system automatically establishes

a connection when a network access request from the LAN is received.

If no network access request is sent from the LAN within the specified

time of Idle Timeout, the system automatically interrupts the

connection. If you pay for Internet access by time, you are

recommended to use this connection mode, which effectively saves the

expense of Internet access.

– Manually Connect: If you select it, you need to manually set dialup

connection after startup.

 Idle Timeout: If the system does not detect any Internet access behavior

within the specified time of Idle Timeout, the system interrupts the Internet

connection.

 My IP Address: Enter your IP address. You can also leave this field blank.

 Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask. You can also leave this field blank.

 Sever Address: Enter the IP address of the server. You can also leave this

field blank.

 Gateway IP Address: Enter the IP address of the gateway. You can also

leave this field blank.

 Domain Name Server (DNS) Address: Select Use These DNS Servers if

you know that your ISP does not automatically transmit DNS addresses to

the router during login. And enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS

server. Enter a secondary DNS server address if available.

 MTU Size: Set the maximum transmission unit. The default value is

recommended.

 Router MAC Address: See descriptions on setting Router MAC Address

for DHCP.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

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(5) L2TP

If the ISP provides the user name and password for L2TP dialup, select L2TP.

For details of parameter settings for this page, refer to previous parameter

descriptions for PPTP.

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8.4.3 DHCP Server

Choose Network Settings > DHCP Server and the DHCP Server page is

displayed.

DHCP refers to Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. If Use Device as DHCP

Service is selected, SMCWEB-N2 automatically assigns IP addresses to

comupters in the LAN. Users do not need to configure TCP/IP protocol paramters

such as the IP address, the subnet mask, the gateway, and the DNS server

information for computers connected to the router’s LAN.

8.4.3.1 Using the Router as a DHCP Server

 Use Router as DHCP Server: If you select the Use Router as DHCP

Server check box, SMCWEB-N2 serves as a DHCP server to automatically

assign IP addresses to computers connected to it.

 Starting IP Address/Ending IP Address: Set the starting and ending IP

addresses to specify a pool of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP

server. After you set Starting IP Address/Ending IP Address, hosts in the

LAN obtain IP addresses that are in the range of the starting and ending IP

addresses.

 DHCP Lease Time: The valid time for an IP address that is automatically

assigned by the DHCP server to a host. The DHCP server does not assign

the IP address to other hosts within the specified time.

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8.4.3.2 Using Address Reservation

When you specify a reserved IP address for a computer in the LAN, the computer

always receives the same IP address each time it accesses the router’s DHCP

server. Reserved IP addresses should be assigned to computers or servers that

require permanent IP settings.

To reserve an IP address:

Step 1 Click Add to enter the Address Reservation page.

Step 2 Select one item from Address Reservation Table, or enter the IP

address in the IP Address field to assign to the computer or server

(Choose an IP address from the IP address pool that you have specified,

for example 192.168.2.x). Enter the MAC address and device name of

the computer or server.

Step 3 Click Add to add a new item into Address Reservation.

Step 4 Click Apply to save the settings.

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8.4.4 NAT ALG

Choose Network Settings > NAT ALG and the NAT ALG page is displayed.

 Disable SIP ALG: Certain SIP applications have special mechanisms for

passing through the NAT firewall and SIP ALG may have conflicts with these

mechanisms. In most cases, please disable SIP ALG.

 Disable IPSEC/L2TP/PPTP Pass-Through: IPSEC/PPTP/L2TP

Pass-Through provides a secure communication method for remote

computers in the wide area network (WAN) (for example, the Internet).

Enable the corresponding VPN pass-through function if an intra-network

host needs to use a VPN protocol (such as the PPTP, L2TP, IPSEC) to

connect to a remote VPN network through the router.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

8.5 Wireless Settings

Click Wireless Settings and the extended navigation menu is shown as follows:

Click a submenu to perform specific parameter configurations.

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8.5.1 Wireless Basic Settings

Choose Wireless Settings > Wireless Basic Settings and the Wireless Basic

Settings page is displayed.

 Region: Select the region where you are located.

 Enable SSID Broadcast: If enabled, the router broadcasts its SSID in the

wireless network. Wireless clients can scan the SSID and access the

wireless network under the SSID.

 Enable Wireless Isolation: If selected, wireless clients connected to the

network of the same SSID can access the Internet only, but cannot

communicate with each other.

 Name (SSID): Set the name for the wireless network. The SSID can contain

up to 32 characters and can be letters, numerals, underlines, and any

combinations of them. The SSID is case-sensitive.

 Mode: Select the wireless mode. Mixed 802.11b/g/n is recommended.

 Channel: The channel for transmitting wireless signals. The default channel

is Auto. When you select Auto, SMCWEB-N2 automatically selects the best

channel from the available channels according to actual situations.

 Band Width: The bandwidth occupied for wireless signal transmission.

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 Max Transmission Rate: The maximum transmission rate of SMCWEB-N2.

 Security Options: Set the security encryption of the wireless network, to

prevent unauthorized access and listening.

Security Options

- None

Data encryption is not adopted and the network is not secure. Any stations can

access the network. This option is not recommended.

- WEP

Wired equivalent privacy. You can use WEP 64- or 128-bit encryption.

 Authentication Type: Select the authentication type that the system adopts.

Three authentication types are available: Automatic, Open, and Shared

keys.

– Automatic: If selected, the router uses an authentication type of Open

or Shared keys according to the request of the host.

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– Open: If selected, hosts in the wireless network can pass the

authentication and connect to the wireless network without using a

password. However, the password is required if you want to transmit

data.

– Shared keys: If selected, hosts in the wireless network can pass

authentication only when the correct password is entered. Otherwise,

the hosts cannot connect to the wireless network.

 Encryption Type: The type of the key to be set. Hexadecimal and ASCII

code are available.

– Hex: Valid characters for keys contain 0–9 and A–F.

– ASCII: Valid characters for keys contain all characters of the key board.

 Encryption Strength: The encryption strength determines the length of the

key.

– If Encryption Strength is set to 64 bits, set the key to 10 hexadecimal

digits or 5 ASCII characters.

– If Encryption Strength is set to 128 bits, set the key to 26 hexadecimal

digits or 13 ASCII characters.

 Key 1/2/3/4: Set the key based on the selected encryption type and

encryption strength.

- WPA-PSK[TKIP] or WPA2-PSK[TKIP]

WPA-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access

WPA2-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access version 2

TKIP: Temporal Key Integrity Protocol

Note that the 802.11n mode does not support the TKIP algorithm.

 PassPhrase: Enter 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal digits.

- WPA-PSK[AES] or WPA2-PSK[AES]

WPA-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access.

WPA2-PSK: Preshared key Wi-Fi protection access version 2.

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AES: Advanced Encryption Standard

 PassPhrase: Enter 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal digits.

- WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK+[TKIP]/[AES]

It allows the client to use either WPA-PSK[TKIP]/[AES] or WPA2-PSK[TKIP]/[AES].

 PassPhrase: Enter 8-63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal digits.

Note:

After you complete configuring wireless settings for SMCWEB-N2, only

hosts that have the same wireless settings (for example, the SSID) as

SMCWEB-N2 can connect to SMCWEB-N2. If you configure security

settings for SMCWEB-N2, hosts must have the same security settings (for

example, the password) as SMCWEB-N2 in order to connect to

SMCWEB-N2.

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8.5.2 Guest Network

If you do not want visitors to know your wireless security key, you can use the guest

network to allow them to use your Internet without knowing your wireless

connection password.

Choose Wireless Settings > Guest Network and the Guest Network page is

displayed.

 Network Profiles: Brief description of the created guest network. You can

create up to four guest networks. A network profile contains the SSID and

encryption mode, whether to use the guest network, and whether to

broadcast SSID. You can click the radio button of a profile to view detailed

information or modify settings.

 Enable Guest Network: If enabled, both you and visitors can connect to the

network by using the SSID of the guest network.

 Enable SSID Broadcast: If enabled, SMCWEB-N2 broadcasts its SSID to

all wireless stations.

 Allow Guest to access My Local Network: If enabled, visitors using the

SSID of a guest network can access not only the Internet but also the LAN of

SMCWEB-N2, like users using the primary SSID of the network. If disabled,

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visitors using the SSID of a guest network cannot access the LAN of

SMCWEB-N2.

 Enable Wireless Isolation: If selected, wireless clients connected to the

guest network of the same SSID can access the Internet only, but cannot

communicate with each other.

 Guest Wireless Network Name (SSID): Set the name of the guest network.

 Security Options: Refer to security option descriptions in section 8.5.1

“Wireless Basic Settings”.

After finishing settings, click Apply to save the settings.

8.5.3 Wireless Advanced Settings

Choose Wireless Settings > Wireless Advanced Settings and the Wireless

Advanced Settings page is displayed.

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