LINKSYS WRT320N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router User Manual Manual 1

LINKSYS LLC Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router Manual 1

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USER GUIDEDual-Band Wireless-N  Gigabit RouterModel: WRT320N
 About This GuideiDual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAbout This GuideIcon DescriptionsWhile  reading  through  the  User  Guide  you  may  see various icons that call attention to specific items. Below is a description of these icons:NOTE: This  check  mark  indicates  that there  is a  note  of  interest  and  is  something  that  you should pay special attention to while using the product. WARNING:  This  exclamation  point  indicates that  there  is  a  caution  or  warning  and  it  is something that could damage your property or product.WEB:  This  globe  icon  indicates  a  noteworthy website address or e-mail address.Online ResourcesWebsite  addresses  in  this  document  are  listed  without http:// in front of the address because most current web browsers do not require it. If you use an older web browser, you may have to add http:// in front of the web address.Resource WebsiteLinksys www.linksys.comLinksys International  www.linksys.com/internationalGlossary www.linksys.com/glossaryNetwork Security www.linksys.com/securityCopyright and TrademarksLinksys,  Cisco  and  the  Cisco  Logo are  registered  trademarks  or trademarks  of  Cisco  Systems,  Inc.  and/or  its  affiliates  in  the  U.S.  and certain  other  countries.  Copyright © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names  are  trademarks  or registered trademarks  of  their  respective holders.
 Table of ContentsiiDual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterChapter 1: Product Overview  4Front Panel.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  4Back Panel .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  4Placement Positions .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  4Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist  6General Network Security Guidelines .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6Additional Security Tips   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6Chapter 3: Advanced Conguration  7Setup > Basic Setup .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  7Setup > DDNS.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .11Setup > MAC Address Clone.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .12Setup > Advanced Routing  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .12Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .13Wireless > Wireless Security .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .14Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .16Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .17Security > Firewall .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .18Security > VPN Passthrough .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .19Access Restrictions > Internet Access .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .19Applications and Gaming > Single Port Forwarding.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .20Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forwarding   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .21Applications & Gaming > Port Range Triggering .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .21Applications and Gaming > DMZ   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  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 .  .  .  .  .27Status > Local Network .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .27Status > Wireless Network .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .28Appendix A: Troubleshooting  29Appendix B: Specications  30Appendix C: Warranty Information  31Limited Warranty.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Exclusions and Limitations.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Obtaining Warranty Service .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Technical Support  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 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 Table of ContentsiiiDual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAppendix D: Regulatory Information  33FCC Statement  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33FCC Radiation Exposure Statement  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Safety Notices.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Industry Canada Statement .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Restrictions in the 5 GHz Band  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Avis d’Industrie Canada.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34Restrictions dans la bande 5 GHz.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34Wireless Disclaimer  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans l   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .35Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement  39Cisco Products  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .39Software Licenses  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .39
Chapter 1 Product Overview4Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterChapter 1:  Product OverviewThank you for choosing the Linksys Dual-band Wireless-N Gigabit Router. The Router lets you access the Internet via a  wireless connection or through one of its four switched ports. You can also use the Router to share resources, such as computers. A variety of security features help to protect your data and your privacy while online. Security features include WPA2 security, a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall  and  NAT  technology.  Configuring  the  Router  is easy using the provided browser-based utility.Front Panel1, 2, 3, 4  (Green/Blue)  These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s  back  panel,  serve  two  purposes.  The LED is solidly lit when the Router is connected to  a  device  through  that  port.  It  flashes  to indicates  network  activity.  Green  indicates Gigabit  speeds,  and  blue  indicates  10/100 speeds.Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  Button  If  you  have client  devices,  such  as  wireless  adapters,  that support  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup,  then  you  can use  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  to  automatically configure  wireless  security  for  your  wireless network(s).To  use  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup,  run  the  Setup Wizard, or refer to the “Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings”  section  of  “Chapter  3:  Advanced Configuration”.Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  LED  (Blue/Amber)  It lights  up  blue  when  wireless  security  is enabled.  The  LED  flashes  blue  for  two minutes  during  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup.    The  LED  lights  up  amber  if  there  is  an  error during the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process. Make sure the client device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Wait until the LED is off, and then try again.   The LED flashes amber when a Wi-Fi Protected Setup  session  is  active,  and  a  second  session begins. The  Router  supports  one  session  at  a time. Wait until the LED is off before starting the next Wi-Fi Protected Setup session.Wireless  (Blue)  The  Wireless  LED  lights  up when the wireless feature is enabled. If the LED is  flashing,  the  Router  is  actively  sending  or receiving data over the network.Internet  (Blue)  The  Internet  LED  lights  up when there is a connection made through the Internet port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over the Internet port.Power  (Blue)  The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on. When the  Router  goes  through  its  self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, this LED will flash. When the diagnostic is complete, the LED will be solidly lit.Back PanelInternet  This  Gigabit  port  is  where  you  will connect your cable or DSL Internet connection. 1, 2, 3, 4  These Gigabit ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the  Router  to  computers  and  other  Ethernet network devices on your wired network. Reset  There are two ways to reset the Router’s factory defaults. Either press and hold the Reset Button for approximately five seconds, or restore the  defaults  from  Administration > Factory Defaults in the Router’s web-based utility. Power  The  Power  port  is  where  you  will  connect the power adapter.Placement PositionsThere are  two  ways  to  physically  install  the Router. The first way is to place the Router horizontally on a surface. The second way is to mount the Router on a wall.Horizontal PlacementThe Router has four rubber feet on its bottom panel. Place the Router on a level surface near an electrical outlet.
Chapter 1 Product Overview5Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterWall-Mounting PlacementThe  Router  has  two  wall-mount  slots  on  its  bottom panel.  The  distance  between  the  slots  is  152  mm  (6 inches). Two screws are needed to mount the Router.Suggested Mounting Hardware2.5-3.0 mm4-5 mm 1-1.5 mmNote: Mounting hardware illustrations are not  †true to scale.NOTE:  Linksys is not  responsible  for  damages incurred by insecure wall-mounting hardware. Follow these instructions:Determine where you want to mount the Router. Make 1. sure  that  the  wall  you  use  is  smooth,  flat,  dry,  and sturdy. Also make sure the location is within reach of an electrical outlet.Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are  2. 152 mm (6 inches) apart.Insert  a  screw  into  each  hole  and  leave  3  mm  3. (0.12 inches) of its head exposed.Maneuver the Router so the wall-mount slots line up 4. with the two screws.Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and  slide 5. the Router  down until the  screws  fit snugly into  the wall-mount slots.152 mmWall Mounting TemplatePrint this page at 100% size. Cut along the dotted line, and place on the wall to drill precise spacing.
Chapter 2 Wireless Security Checklist6Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterChapter 2:  Wireless Security ChecklistWireless  networks are convenient  and  easy to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates by sending  information  over  radio  waves,  it  can  be  more vulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from your wireless network can also be intercepted. Since you cannot physically prevent someone from connecting to your wireless network, you need to take some additional steps to keep your network secure. 1.  Change the default wireless    network name or SSIDWireless  devices  have  a  default  wireless  network  name or  Service  Set  Identifier  (SSID)  set  by  the  factory.  This is  the  name  of  your  wireless  network,  and  can  be  up to  32  characters  in  length.  Linksys  wireless  products use  linksys  as  the  default  wireless  network  name.  You should change the wireless network name to something unique  to distinguish  your wireless  network from  other wireless networks that may exist around you, but do not use  personal  information  (such  as  your  Social  Security number)  because  this  information  may  be  available  for anyone to see when browsing for wireless networks. 2.  Change the default passwordFor wireless products such as access points and routers, you will be asked for a password when you want to change their settings. These devices have a default password set by  the  factory.  The  Linksys  default  password  is  admin. Hackers  know  these  defaults  and  may  try  to  use  them to access your wireless device and change your network settings. To thwart any unauthorized changes, customize the device’s password so it will be hard to guess.3.  Enable MAC address filteringLinksys routers give you the ability to enable Media Access Control  (MAC)  address  filtering.  The  MAC  address  is  a unique  series  of  numbers  and  letters  assigned  to  every networking  device. With  MAC  address filtering  enabled, wireless  network  access  is  provided  solely  for  wireless devices with specific MAC addresses. For example, you can specify the MAC address of each computer in your home so  that  only  those  computers  can  access  your  wireless network. 4.  Enable encryptionEncryption  protects  data  transmitted  over  a  wireless network. Wi-Fi Protected  Access (WPA/WPA2) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) offer different levels of security for wireless communication.A  network  encrypted  with  WPA/WPA2  is  more  secure than a network encrypted with WEP, because WPA/WPA2 uses dynamic key encryption. To protect the information as  it  passes  over  the  airwaves,  you  should  enable  the highest  level  of  encryption  supported  by  your  network equipment. WEP  is  an  older  encryption  standard  and  may  be  the only option available on some older devices that do not support WPA.General Network Security GuidelinesWireless  network  security  is  useless  if  the  underlying network is not secure. Password protect  all computers on  the network  and  •individually password protect sensitive files.Change passwords on a regular basis. •Install  anti-virus  software  and  personal  firewall  •software.Disable file sharing (peer-to-peer). Some applications  •may  open  file  sharing  without  your  consent  and/or knowledge.Additional Security TipsKeep wireless routers, access points, or gateways away  •from exterior walls and windows.Turn  wireless  routers,  access  points,  or  gateways  •off  when  they  are  not  being  used  (at  night,  during vacations).Use strong passphrases that are at least eight characters  •in length. Combine letters and numbers to avoid using standard words that can be found in the dictionary. WEB:  For  more  information  on  wireless security, visit www.linksys.com/security
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration7Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterChapter 3:  Advanced ConfigurationAfter setting up the Router with the Setup Wizard (located on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use. However, if  you’d  like  to  change  its  advanced  settings,  use  the Router’s  web-based  utility.  This  chapter  describes  each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions. You can access the  utility via  a  web browser  on a computer connected to the Router.The  web-based  utility  has  these  main  tabs:  Setup, Wireless,  Security,  Access  Restrictions,  Applications  & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.NOTE:  When  first  installing  the  Router,  you should  use  the  Setup  Wizard  on  the  Setup CD-ROM.  If  you  want  to  configure  advanced settings,  use  this  chapter  to  learn  about  the web-based utility.How to Access the Web-Based UtilityTo access the web-based utility, launch the web browser on your computer, and enter the Router’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then, press Enter.A  login  screen  will  appear.  (Non-Windows  XP  users  will see a similar screen.) Leave the User name field blank. The first time you open the Web-based utility, use the default password admin. (You can set a new password from the Administration  tab’s  Management  screen.)  Click  OK  to continue.Login ScreenSetup > Basic SetupThe first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings. Setup > Basic SetupInternet SetupThe Internet Setup section configures the Router to your Internet  connection.  Most  of  this  information  can  be obtained through your ISP.Internet Connection TypeSelect the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. These are the available types:Automatic Configuration - DHCP •Static IP •PPPoE •PPTP •L2TP •Telstra Cable •Automatic Configuration - DHCPBy  default,  the  Router’s  Internet  Connection Type  is  set to  Automatic  Configuration  -  DHCP,  which  should  be kept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. (This option usually applies to cable connections.)Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration8Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterStatic IPIf  you  are  required  to  use  a  permanent  IP  address  to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.Internet Connection Type > Static IPInternet IP Address  This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.Subnet Mask  This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.Default Gateway  Your  ISP will  provide you with  the IP address of the ISP server.DNS 1-3  Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address.PPPoESome DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE.Internet Connection Type > PPPoEUsername  and  Password  Enter  the  Username  and Password provided by your ISP.Service Name  If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name.Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time  You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your  Internet  connection  has  been  terminated  due  to inactivity,  Connect  on  Demand  enables  the  Router  to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select  Connect  on  Demand.  In  the  Max  Idle  Time  field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection  terminates. The default Max Idle Time is 15 minutes.Keep  Alive:  Redial  Period  If  you  select  this  option, the  Router  will  periodically  check  your  Internet connection.  If  you  are  disconnected,  then  the  Router will  automatically  re-establish  your  connection.  To  use this option,  select Keep Alive. In the  Redial Period  field, you  specify  how  often  you  want  the  Router  to  check the  Internet  connection.  The  default  Redial  Period  is  30 seconds.PPTPPoint-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.Internet Connection Type > PPTPIf your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address, then select Obtain an IP Address Automatically. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Specify an IP Address. Then configure the following:Specify  an IP Address  •This is the Router’s IP address, as  seen  from  the  Internet. Your  ISP  will  provide  you with the IP Address you need to specify here.Subnet  Mask  •This  is  the  Router’s  Subnet  Mask,  as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.Default Gateway  •Your ISP will provide you with the IP address of the ISP server.DNS 1-3  •Your ISP  will provide you with  at  least  one DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address.PPTP Server IP Address  Your ISP will provide you with the IP address of the PPTP server.Username  and  Password  Enter  the  Username  and Password provided by your ISP.Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time  You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your  Internet  connection  has  been  terminated  due  to
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration9Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routerinactivity,  Connect  on  Demand  enables  the  Router  to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select  Connect  on  Demand.  In  the  Max  Idle  Time  field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection  terminates. The default Max Idle Time is 15 minutes.Keep Alive: Redial  Period If  you  select  this  option,  the Router will  periodically check your Internet connection.  If you  are  disconnected,  then  the  Router  will  automatically  re-establish  your  connection.  To  use  this  option,  select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want the Router to check the Internet connection. The default value is 30 seconds.L2TPL2TP is a service that applies to connections in Israel only.Internet Connection Type > L2TPServer  IP  Address  This  is  the  IP  address  of  the  L2TP Server. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.Username  and  Password  Enter  the  Username  and Password provided by your ISP.Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time  You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your  Internet  connection  has  been  terminated  due  to inactivity,  Connect  on  Demand  enables  the  Router  to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select  Connect  on  Demand.  In  the  Max  Idle  Time  field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection  terminates. The default Max Idle Time is 15 minutes.Keep  Alive:  Redial  Period  If  you  select  this  option, the  Router  will  periodically  check  your  Internet connection.  If  you  are  disconnected,  then  the  Router will  automatically  re-establish  your  connection.  To  use this option,  select Keep Alive. In the  Redial Period  field, you  specify  how  often  you  want  the  Router  to  check the  Internet  connection.  The  default  Redial  Period  is  30 seconds.Telstra CableTelstra  Cable  is  a  service  that  applies  to  connections  in Australia only.Internet Connection Type > Telstra CableServer IP Address  This is the IP address of the Heartbeat Server. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.Username  and  Password  Enter  the  Username  and Password provided by your ISP.Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time  You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your  Internet  connection  has  been  terminated  due  to inactivity,  Connect  on  Demand  enables  the  Router  to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select  Connect  on  Demand.  In  the  Max  Idle  Time  field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection  terminates. The default Max Idle Time is 15 minutes.Keep  Alive:  Redial  Period  If  you  select  this  option, the  Router  will  periodically  check  your  Internet connection.  If  you  are  disconnected,  then  the  Router will  automatically  re-establish  your  connection.  To  use this option,  select Keep Alive. In the  Redial Period  field, you  specify  how  often  you  want  the  Router  to  check the  Internet  connection.  The  default  Redial  Period  is  30 seconds.Optional SettingsSome of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.Optional SettingsHost Name and Domain Name  These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs, usually cable ISPs, require these names as identification. You  may  have  to  check  with  your  ISP  to  see  if  your broadband  Internet  service  has been  configured with  a
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration10Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routerhost and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will work. MTU  MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission. Select Manual if you want to manually enter the largest packet size that is transmitted. To have the Router select the  best  MTU  for  your  Internet  connection,  keep  the default setting, Auto.Size  When Manual is selected in the MTU field, this option is enabled. Leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. The default size depends on the Internet Connection Type:DHCP, Static IP, or Telstra:  •1500PPPoE:  •1492PPTP or L2TP:  •1460Network SetupThe Network Setup section changes the settings on the network connected to the Router’s Ethernet ports. Wireless setup is performed through the Wireless tab.Router IPThis  presents  both  the  Router’s  IP  Address  and  Subnet Mask as seen by your network.Router IPDHCP Server SettingThe settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. If you choose to enable the Router’s DHCP server option, make sure there is no other DHCP server on your network. DHCP Server SettingDHCP Server  DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, or you don’t want a DHCP server, then select Disabled (no other DHCP features will be available).DHCP Reservation  Click this button if you want to assign a fixed local IP address to a MAC address. DHCP ReservationYou will see a list of DHCP clients with the following information:  Client  Name,  Interface,  IP  Address,  and MAC Address. DHCP ReservationSelect  Clients  from  DHCP  Table  •Click  the  Select check box  to  reserve a  client’s  IP address. Then  click Add Clients.Manually  Adding  Client  •To  manually  assign  an  IP address,  enter  the  client’s  name  in  the  Enter  Client Name field. Enter the IP address you want it to have in the Assign IP Address field. Enter its MAC address in the To This MAC Address field. Then click Add.Clients Already ReservedA list of DHCP clients and their fixed local IP addresses will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. If  you want to remove a client from this list, click Remove.Click  Save  Settings  to  apply  your  changes,  or  click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. To view the most up-to-date information, click Refresh. To exit this screen, click Close.Start  IP  Address  Enter  a  value  for  the  DHCP  server  to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the Router’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than 192.168.1.253. The default Starting IP Address is 192.168.1.100.Maximum  Number  of  Users  Enter  the  maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50.IP Address Range  Displayed here is the range of available IP addresses.Client Lease Time  The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a network user will be allowed connection to the Router  with their  current  dynamic IP  address. Enter  the
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration11Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routeramount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased” this dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.Static DNS 1-3 The Domain Name  System (DNS) is  how the  Internet  translates  domain  or  website  names  into Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to use another, enter that IP Address in one of these fields. You can enter up to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. The Router will use these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.WINS  The  Windows  Internet  Naming  Service  (WINS) manages  each  PC’s  interaction  with  the  Internet.  If  you use  a  WINS  server,  enter  that  server’s  IP  Address  here. Otherwise, leave this blank.Time SettingTime Zone  Select the time zone in which your network functions  from  this  drop-down  menu.  (You  can  even automatically adjust for daylight saving time.)Time SettingClick Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Setup > DDNSThe Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature.  DDNS  lets  you  assign  a  fixed  host  and  domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you  are  hosting  your  own website,  FTP  server,  or  other server behind the Router. Before  you  can  use  this  feature,  you  need  to  sign up  for  DDNS  service  with  a  DDNS  service  provider,  www.dyndns.org or www.TZO.com. If you do not want to use this feature, keep the default setting, Disabled.DDNSDDNS ServiceIf  your  DDNS  service  is  provided  by  DynDNS.org,  then select  DynDNS.org  from  the  drop-down  menu.  If  your DDNS service is  provided by TZO,  then  select TZO.com. The  features  available  on  the  DDNS  screen  will  vary, depending on which DDNS service provider you use. DynDNS.orgSetup > DDNS > DynDNSUsername  Enter the Username for your DDNS account.Password  Enter the Password for your DDNS account.Host Name  The is the DDNS URL assigned by the DDNS service.System  Select  the  DynDNS  service  you  use:  Dynamic, Static, or Custom. The default selection is Dynamic.Mail Exchange (Optional)  Enter the address of your mail exchange server, so e-mails to your DynDNS address go to your mail server.Backup MX  This feature allows the mail exchange server to be a backup. To disable this feature, keep the default, Disabled. To  enable  the  feature,  select  Enabled.  If  you are  not  sure  which  setting  to  select,  keep  the  default, Disabled.Wildcard  This  setting  enables  or  disables  wildcards for  your  host.  For  example,  if  your  DDNS  address  is myplace.dyndns.org  and  you  enable  wildcards,  then x.myplace.dyndns.org will work as well (x is the wildcard). To disable wildcards, keep the default, Disabled. To enable wildcards, select Enabled. If you are not sure which setting to select, keep the default, Disabled.Internet IP  Address  The  Router’s Internet  IP address  is displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.Status  The  status  of  the  DDNS  service  connection  is displayed here.Update  To manually trigger an update, click this button.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration12Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterTZO.comSetup > DDNS > TZOE-mail Address, TZO Key, and Domain Name  Enter the settings of the account you set up with TZO.Internet IP  Address  The  Router’s Internet  IP address  is displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.Status  The  status  of  the  DDNS  service  connection  is displayed here.Update  To manually trigger an update, click this button.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Setup > MAC Address CloneA  MAC  address  is a  12-digit  code  assigned  to  a  unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will require you  to  register  a  MAC  address  in  order  to  access  the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router with the MAC Address Clone feature.Setup > MAC Address CloneMAC Address CloneEnabled/Disabled  To  have  the  MAC  Address  cloned, select Enabled.MAC  Address  Enter  the  MAC  Address  registered  with your ISP here.Clone My PC’s MAC  Click this button to clone the MAC address of the computer you are using.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Setup > Advanced RoutingThis  screen  is  used  to  set  up  the  Router’s  advanced functions.  Operating  Mode  allows  you  to  select  the type(s) of advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing automatically adjusts how packets travel on your network. Static Routing  sets up a  fixed  route  to  another network destination.Setup > Advanced RoutingAdvanced RoutingNATEnabled/Disabled  If this Router is hosting your network’s connection to the Internet, keep the default, Enabled. If another  router  exists on your  network,  select  Disabled. When the NAT setting is disabled, dynamic routing will be enabled.Dynamic Routing (RIP)Enabled/Disabled  This  feature  enables  the  Router  to automatically adjust to physical changes in the network’s layout and exchange routing tables with the other router(s). The Router determines the network packets’ route based on the fewest number of hops between the source and the  destination.  When  the  NAT  setting  is  enabled,  the Dynamic Routing feature is automatically disabled. When the NAT setting is disabled, this feature is available. Select Enabled to use the Dynamic Routing feature.Static RoutingA static route is a pre-determined pathway that network information must travel to reach a specific host or network. Enter the  information described  below to  set up  a new static route.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration13Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterRoute Entries  To set up a static route between the Router and  another  network,  select  a  number  from  the  drop-down list. Click Delete This Entry to delete a static route.Enter  Route  Name  Enter  a  name  for  the  Route  here, using a maximum of 25 alphanumeric characters.Destination LAN IP  The Destination LAN IP is the address of the remote network or host to which you want to assign a static route.Subnet  Mask  The  Subnet  Mask  determines  which portion  of  a  Destination  LAN  IP  address  is  the  network portion, and which portion is the host portion. Gateway  This is the IP address of the gateway device that allows  for  contact  between  the  Router  and  the  remote network or host.Interface  This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the LAN & Wireless (Ethernet and wireless networks) or the WAN (Internet).Click Show Routing Table to view the static routes you have already set up.Advanced Routing > Routing TableRouting TableFor each route, the Destination LAN IP address, Subnet Mask,  Gateway,  and  Interface  are  displayed.  Click Refresh to update the information. Click Close to exit this screen.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Wireless > Basic Wireless SettingsThe basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen.There  are  two  ways  to  configure  the  Router’s  wireless network(s), manual and Wi-Fi Protected Setup.Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that makes it easy to set up your wireless network. If you have client devices, such as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup.Configuration View  To manually configure your wireless network,  select  Manual.  Proceed  to  the “Basic  Wireless Settings”  section.  To  use  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup,  select Wi-Fi Protected Setup.  Proceed to the “Wi-Fi Protected Setup” section.Basic Wireless SettingsWireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Manual Setup)Wireless  Band  This  is  used  to  select  the  2.4  GHz  or 5.0 GHz band.Network  Mode  From  this  drop-down  menu,  you  can select the wireless standards running on your network. If you have Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B devices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed. If you have only Wireless-G  and Wireless-B devices in  your  network, select  BG-Mixed.  If  you  have  only  Wireless-N  devices, select  Wireless-N  Only.  If  you  have  only  Wireless-G devices, select Wireless-G Only. If you have only Wireless-B devices, select  Wireless-B Only. If  you do not have any wireless devices in your network, select Disabled.Network  Name  (SSID)  The  SSID  is  the  network  name shared  among  all  points  in  a  wireless  network.  The SSID  must  be  identical  for  all  devices  in  the  wireless network.  It  is  case-sensitive  and  must  not  exceed  32 characters (use any of the characters on the keyboard). Make  sure  this setting is  the same  for  all points in  your wireless network. For added security, you should change the default SSID (linksys) to a unique name.Channel  Width  Select  Auto  if  you  want  the  Router to  automatically  determine  the  proper  channel  width (20  MHz  or  40  MHz)  to  use,  or  select  20  MHz  only (default) if you want the Router to operate in Wireless-B and Wireless-G mode only.  For best performance, Auto is recommended.Wide Channel  If you selected Wide - 40MHz Channel for the Radio Band setting, then this setting will be available for your primary Wireless-N channel. Select any channel from  the  drop-down  menu.  If  you  are  not  sure  which channel to select, keep the default, Auto.Channel  Select a channel from 1 to 11, or Auto (default).SSID  Broadcast  When  wireless  clients  survey  the  local area  for  wireless  networks  to  associate  with,  they  will detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcast the
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration14Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterRouter’s  SSID,  keep  the  default  setting,  Enabled.  If  you do not  want  to  broadcast  the  Router’s  SSID, then select Disabled.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Wi-Fi Protected SetupThere are three methods available. Use the method that applies to the client device you are configuring.Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)NOTE:  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  configures  one client device at a time. Repeat the instructions for  each  client  device  that  supports  Wi-Fi Protected Setup.Method #1Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.Click  or  press  the1.   Wi-Fi Protected  Setup  button on the client device.Click  the 2.  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  on  this screen.After  the  client  device  has  been  configured,  click 3. OK.  Then  refer  back  to  your  client  device  or  its documentation for further instructions.Method #2Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN number.Enter the PIN number in the1.   field on this screen.Click 2.  Register.After  the  client  device  has  been  configured,  click 3. OK.  Then  refer  back  to  your  client  device  or  its documentation for further instructions.Method #3Use this method if your client device asks for the Router’s PIN number. Enter the PIN number listed on this screen. (It is also 1. listed on the label on the bottom of the Router.)After  the  client  device  has  been  configured,  click 2. OK.  Then  refer  back  to  your  client  device  or  its documentation for further instructions.The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Status, Network Name (SSID), Security, Encryption, and Passphrase are displayed at the bottom of the screen.NOTE:  If  you  have  client  devices  that  do  not support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, note the wireless settings,  and  then  manually  configure  those client devices.Wireless > Wireless SecurityThe  Wireless  Security  screen  configures  the  security  of your  wireless  network.  There  are  six  wireless  security mode  options  supported  by  the  Router:  WPA  Personal, WPA Enterprise, WPA2 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise, RADIUS, and WEP. (WPA  stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, which is a security standard stronger than WEP encryption. WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, while RADIUS stands for  Remote  Authentication  Dial-In  User  Service.)  These six  are  briefly  discussed  here.  For  detailed  instructions on  configuring  wireless  security  for  the  Router,  refer  to  “Chapter 2: Wireless Security.”Wireless SecuritySecurity ModeSelect  the security  method for your  wireless  network. If you do not want to use wireless security, keep the default, Disabled.WPA PersonalNOTE: If you are using WPA, always remember that each device in your wireless network MUST use the same WPA method and shared key, or else the network will not function properly.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration15Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterSecurity Mode > WPA PersonalPassphrase  Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters. Key Renewal  Enter a Key Renewal period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys. The default Group Key Renewal period is 3600 seconds.WPA2 PersonalSecurity Mode > WPA2 PersonalEncryption  WPA2  supports  two  encryption  methods, TKIP and  AES,  with dynamic encryption keys. Select the type of algorithm, AES or TKIP or AES. The default is TKIP or AES.Passphrase  Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters. Key Renewal  Enter a Key Renewal period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys. The default Group Key Renewal period is 3600 seconds.WPA EnterpriseThis  option  features  WPA  used  in  coordination  with  a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) Security Mode > WPA EnterpriseRADIUS  Server  Enter  the  IP  Address  of  the  RADIUS server.RADIUS  Port    Enter  the  port  number  of  the  RADIUS server. The default value is 1812.Shared Secret  Enter the key shared between the Router and the server.Key Renewal  Enter a Key Renewal period, which instructs the  Router  how  often  it  should  change  the  encryption keys. The default Key Renewal period is 3600 seconds.WPA2 EnterpriseThis  option  features  WPA2  used  in  coordination  with  a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.)Security Mode > WPA2 EnterpriseEncryption  WPA2  supports  two  encryption  methods, TKIP and  AES,  with dynamic encryption keys. Select the type of algorithm, AES or TKIP or AES. The default is TKIP or AES.RADIUS  Server  Enter  the  IP  Address  of  the  RADIUS server.RADIUS  Port    Enter  the  port  number  of  the  RADIUS server. The default value is 1812.Shared Secret  Enter the key shared between the Router and the server.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration16Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterKey Renewal  Enter a Key Renewal period, which instructs the  Router  how  often  it  should  change  the  encryption keys. The default Key Renewal period is 3600 seconds.RADIUSThis  option  features  WEP  used  in  coordination  with  a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) Security Mode > RADIUSIMPORTANT:  If  you  are  using  WEP  encryption, always  remember  that  each  device  in  your wireless  network  MUST  use  the  same  WEP encryption  method and  encryption  key, or  else your wireless network will not function properly.RADIUS  Server  Enter  the  IP  Address  of  the  RADIUS server.RADIUS  Port    Enter  the  port  number  of  the  RADIUS server. The default value is 1812.Shared Secret  Enter the key shared between the Router and the server.Encryption  Select  a  level  of  WEP  encryption,  40/64 bits (10 hex digits) or 104/128 bits (26 hex digits). The default is 40/64 bits (10 hex digits).Passphrase  Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click Generate.Key 1  If you did  not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key manually.WEPWEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA. Security Mode > WEPEncryption  Select  a  level  of  WEP  encryption,  40/64 bits (10 hex digits) or 104/128 bits (26 hex digits). The default is 40/64 bits (10 hex digits).Passphrase  Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click Generate.Key 1  If you did  not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key manually.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Wireless > Wireless MAC FilterWireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’s radius. Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration17Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterWireless MAC FilterEnabled/Disabled To filter wireless users by MAC Address, either permitting or blocking access, select Enabled. If you do not wish to filter users by MAC Address, keep the default setting, Disabled.Access RestrictionPrevent  Select  this to  block  wireless  access  by  MAC Address. This option is selected by default.Permit  Select  this  to  allow  wireless  access  by  MAC Address. This option is not selected by default.MAC Address Filter ListWireless Client List  Click this to open the Wireless Client List screen. Wireless Client ListWireless Client ListThis  screen  shows  computers  and  other  devices  on the wireless network. The list can be sorted by Client Name, Interface, IP Address, MAC Address, and Status. Select Save to MAC Address Filter List for any device you want to add to the MAC Address Filter List. Then click Add. To  retrieve  the  most  up-to-date  information,  click Refresh. To exit this screen and return to the Wireless MAC Filter screen, click Close.MAC  01-50  Enter  the  MAC  addresses  of  the  devices whose wireless access you want to block or allow.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Wireless > Advanced Wireless SettingsThis  Advanced  Wireless  Settings  screen  is  used  to  set  up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should  only  be  adjusted  by  an  expert  administrator  as incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance.Wireless > Advanced Wireless SettingsAdvanced WirelessAP Isolation  This isolates all wireless clients and wireless devices on your network from each other. Wireless devices will  be  able  to  communicate  with  the  Router  but  not with each other. To use this function, select Enabled. AP Isolation is disabled by default. Frame  Burst  Enabling  this  option  should  provide  your network  with  greater  performance,  depending  on  the manufacturer of your wireless products. To use this option, keep the default, Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled.Authentication Type  The  default is  set to  Auto,  which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication to be used. With Open System authentication, the sender and the recipient do NOT use a WEP key for authentication. With Shared Key authentication, the sender and recipient use a WEP key for authentication. Select Shared Key to only use Shared Key authentication.Basic Rate  The Basic Rate setting is not actually one rate of transmission but a series of rates at which the Router can transmit. The Router will advertise its Basic Rate to the other wireless devices in your network, so they know which rates will be used. The Router will also advertise that it will automatically  select  the  best  rate  for  transmission.  The default setting is Default, when the Router can transmit at all standard wireless rates (1-2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps, 18Mbps,  and  24Mbps).  Other  options  are  1-2Mbps,  for use  with  older  wireless  technology,  and  All,  when  the Router  can  transmit  at  all  wireless  rates. The  Basic  Rate is not the actual rate of data transmission. If you want to specify the  Router’s  rate of data  transmission,  configure the Transmission Rate setting.Transmission Rate  The rate of data transmission should be set depending on the speed of your wireless network. You can select from a range of transmission speeds, or you can select Auto to have the Router automatically use the fastest  possible  data  rate  and  enable  the  Auto-Fallback feature.  Auto-Fallback  will  negotiate  the  best  possible
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration18Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routerconnection  speed  between  the  Router  and  a  wireless client. The default is Auto.N  Transmission  Rate  The  rate  of  data  transmission should be set depending on the speed of your Wireless-N networking. You can select from a range of transmission speeds,  or  you  can  select  Auto  to  have  the  Router automatically use the fastest possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallback feature. Auto-Fallback will negotiate the best possible connection speed between the Router and a wireless client. The default is Auto.CTS  Protection  Mode  The  Router  will  automatically use  CTS  (Clear-To-Send)  Protection  Mode  when  your Wireless-N  and  Wireless-G  products  are  experiencing severe  problems  and  are  not  able  to  transmit  to  the Router in an environment with heavy 802.11b traffic. This function boosts the Router’s ability to catch all Wireless-N and Wireless-G transmissions but will severely decrease performance. The default is Auto.Beacon  Interval  Enter  a  value  between  1  and  65,535 milliseconds.  The  Beacon  Interval  value  indicates  the frequency  interval  of  the  beacon.  A  beacon  is  a  packet broadcast  by  the  Router  to  synchronize  the  wireless network. The default value is 100. DTIM Interval  This value, between 1 and 255, indicates the  interval  of  the  Delivery  Traffic  Indication  Message (DTIM).  A  DTIM  field  is  a  countdown  field  informing clients  of  the  next  window  for  listening  to  broadcast and  multicast  messages. When  the  Router  has  buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients hear  the  beacons  and  awaken  to  receive  the  broadcast and multicast messages. The default value is 1.Fragmentation  Threshold  This  value  specifies  the maximum  size  for  a  packet  before  data  is  fragmented into  multiple  packets.  If  you  experience  a  high  packet error  rate,  you  may  slightly  increase  the  Fragmentation Threshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may  result  in  poor  network  performance.  Only  minor reduction of the default value is recommended. In most cases, it should remain at its default value of 2346.RTS Threshold  Should you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2347, is recommended.  If  a  network  packet  is  smaller  than  the preset  RTS  threshold  size,  the  RTS/CTS  mechanism  will not be enabled. The Router sends Request to Send (RTS) frames  to  a  particular  receiving  station  and  negotiates the sending of a data frame. After receiving an RTS, the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send (CTS) frame to acknowledge the right to begin transmission. The RTS Threshold  value  should  remain  at  its  default  value  of 2347.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Security > FirewallThe Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s local network. Security > FirewallFirewallSPI  Firewall  Protection  To  use  firewall  protection, keep  the  default  selection,  Enabled. To turn  off firewall protection, select Disabled.Internet FilterFilter  Anonymous  Internet  Requests  This  feature makes  it  more  difficult  for  outside  users  to  work  their way into your network. This feature is selected by default.  Deselect  the  feature  to  allow  anonymous  Internet requests.Filter  Multicast  Multicasting  allows  for  multiple transmissions  to  specific  recipients  at  the  same  time.  If multicasting  is  permitted,  then  the  Router  will  allow  IP multicast  packets  to  be  forwarded  to  the  appropriate computers. Select  this  feature to filter  multicasting. This feature is not selected by default.Filter Internet  NAT  Redirection  This  feature  uses  port forwarding  to  block  access  to  local  servers  from  local networked computers. Select this feature to filter Internet NAT redirection. It is not selected by default.Filter IDENT (Port 113)  This feature keeps port 113 from being scanned by devices outside of your local network. This feature is selected by default. Deselect this feature to disable it.Web FilterProxy  Use  of WAN  proxy  servers  may  compromise  the Gateway’s security. Denying Proxy will  disable access  to any WAN proxy servers. Select this feature to enable proxy filtering. Deselect the feature to allow proxy access.Java  Java is a programming language for websites. If you deny Java, you run the risk of not having access to Internet
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration19Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routersites  created  using  this  programming  language.  Select this feature to enable Java filtering. Deselect the feature to allow Java usage.ActiveX  ActiveX is a programming language for websites. If you deny ActiveX, you run the risk of not having access to Internet sites created using this programming language. Select this feature to enable ActiveX filtering. Deselect the feature to allow ActiveX usage.Cookies  A cookie  is  data stored on your computer and used by Internet sites when you interact with them. Select this feature to filter cookies. Deselect the feature to allow cookie usage.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Security > VPN PassthroughThe  VPN  Passthrough  screen  allows  you  to  enable  VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall.Security > VPN PassthroughVPN PassthroughIPSec  Passthrough  Internet  Protocol Security  (IPSec)  is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled. PPTP  Passthrough  Point-to-Point  Tunneling  Protocol (PPTP)  allows  the  Point-to-Point  Protocol  (PPP)  to  be tunneled through an IP network. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled. L2TP  Passthrough  Layer  2  Tunneling  Protocol  is  the method  used  to  enable  Point-to-Point  sessions  via  the Internet on the Layer 2 level. To allow L2TP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Access Restrictions > Internet AccessThe  Internet  Access  screen  allows  you  to  block  or  allow specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as Internet access, designated services, and websites during specific days and times.Access Restrictions > Internet AccessInternet Access PolicyAccess Policy  Access can be managed by a policy. Use the settings on this screen to establish an access policy (after Save Settings is clicked). Selecting a policy from the drop-down menu will display that policy’s settings. To delete a policy, select that policy’s number and click Delete This Policy. To view all the policies, click Summary. SummaryThe policies are listed with the following information: No., Policy Name, Access, Days, Time, and status (Enabled). To enable a policy, select Enabled. To delete a policy, click Delete. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. To return to the Internet Access Policy screen, click Close. Summary
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration20Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterStatus  Policies are disabled by default. To enable a policy, select the policy number from the drop-down menu, and select Enabled.To create a policy, follow steps 1-11. Repeat these steps to create additional policies, one at a time.Select  a  number  from  the 1.  Access  Policy  drop-down menu.Enter a Policy Name in the field provided. 2. To enable this policy, select 3.  Enabled.Click 4.  Edit List to select which PCs  will  be affected by the  policy.  The  List  of  PCs  screen  appears.  You  can select a PC by MAC address or IP address. You can also enter a range of IP addresses if you want this policy to affect a group of PCs. After making your changes, click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click  Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. Then click Close. List of PCsSelect  the  appropriate  option, 5.  Deny  or  Allow, depending  on  whether  you  want  to  block  or  allow Internet access for the PCs you listed on the List of PCs screen.Decide which days and what times you want this policy 6. to be enforced. Select the individual days during which the policy  will be in effect, or select Everyday. Then enter a range of hours and minutes during which the policy will be in effect, or select 24 Hours.You  can  block websites  with specific  URL  addresses. 7. Enter each URL in a separate URL field.You can also block websites using specific keywords. 8. Enter each keyword in a separate Keyword field. You can filter access to various services accessed over 9. the Internet, such as FTP or telnet. (You can block up to three applications per policy.)From the Applications list, select the application you want to block. Then click the >> button to move it to the  Blocked  List. To  remove  an application  from  the Blocked List, select it and click the << button.If the application you want to block is not listed or you 10. want to edit a service’s settings, enter the application’s name  in  the  Application  Name  field.  Enter  its  range in the Port Range fields. Select its protocol from the Protocol drop-down menu. Then click Add.To modify a service, select it from the Application list. Change its name, port range, and/or protocol setting. Then click Modify.To delete a service, select it from the Application list. Then click Delete.Click 11.  Save  Settings  to  save  the  policy’s  settings. To cancel the policy’s settings, click Cancel Changes.Applications and Gaming > Single Port ForwardingThe  Single Port Forwarding screen allows you to customize port services for common applications on this screen.When users send these types of requests to your network via the Internet, the Router will forward those requests to the appropriate  servers  (computers).  Before  using  forwarding, you  should  assign  static  IP  addresses  to  the  designated servers (use the DHCP Reservation feature on the Basic Setup screen).Applications and Gaming > Single Port ForwardingSingle Port ForwardingCommon  applications  are  available  for  the  first  five entries. Select the appropriate application. Then enter the IP address of the server that should receive these requests. Select Enabled to activate this entry.For additional applications, complete the following fields:Application Name  Enter the name you wish to give the application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration21Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterExternal  Port  Enter  the  external  port  number  used  by the server or Internet application. Check with the Internet application documentation for more information.Internal  Port  Enter  the  internal  port  number  used  by the server or Internet application. Check with the Internet application documentation for more information.Protocol  Select  the  protocol  used  for  this  application, either TCP or UDP, or Both.To IP Address  For each application, enter the IP address of the PC that should receive the requests. If you assigned a  static  IP  address  to  the  PC,  then  you  can  click  DHCP Reservation on the Basic Setup screen to look up its static IP address.Enabled  For each application, select Enabled to enable port forwarding.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Applications and Gaming > Port Range ForwardingThe  Port  Range  Forwarding  screen  allows  you  to  set  up public  services  on  your  network,  such  as  web  servers, ftp  servers,  e-mail  servers,  or  other  specialized  Internet applications.  (Specialized  Internet  applications  are  any applications that  use Internet  access  to  perform  functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some Internet applications may not require any forwarding.)When users send these types of requests to your network via the Internet, the Router will forward those requests to the appropriate  servers  (computers).  Before  using  forwarding, you  should  assign  static  IP  addresses  to  the  designated servers (use the DHCP Reservation feature on the Basic Setup screen).If you need to forward all ports to one computer, click the DMZ tab.Applications and Gaming > Port Range ForwardingPort Range ForwardingTo forward a port, enter the information on each line for the criteria required.Application  Name  In  this  field,  enter  the  name  you wish to give the application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.Start~End  Port  Enter  the  number  or  range  of  port(s) used  by  the  server  or  Internet  applications.  Check with  the  Internet  application  documentation  for  more information.Protocol  Select  the  protocol  used  for  this  application, either TCP or UDP, or Both.To IP Address  For each application, enter the IP address of the PC running the specific application. If you assigned a  static  IP  address  to  the  PC,  then  you  can  click  DHCP Reservation on the Basic Setup screen to look up its static IP address.Enabled  Select  Enabled  to  enable  port  forwarding  for the applications you have defined.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Applications & Gaming > Port Range TriggeringThe  Port  Range  Triggering  screen  allows  the  Router  to watch  outgoing  data  for  specific  port  numbers.  The  IP address of the computer that sends the matching data is remembered by the Router, so that when the requested data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to  the  proper  computer  by  way  of  IP  address  and  port mapping rules.Applications and Gaming > Port Range TriggeringPort Range TriggeringApplication  Name  Enter  the  application  name  of  the trigger.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration22Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterTriggered Range  For each application, enter the starting and ending port numbers of the triggered port number range. Check with the Internet application documentation for the port number(s) needed.Forwarded Range  For each application, enter the starting and ending port numbers of the forwarded port number range. Check with the Internet application documentation for the port number(s) needed.Enabled  Select Enabled to enable port triggering for the applications you have defined.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Applications and Gaming > DMZThe  DMZ  feature  allows  one  network  computer  to  be exposed  to  the  Internet  for  use  of  a  special-purpose service  such  as  Internet  gaming  or  videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports at the same time to one PC. The Port Range Forwarding feature is more secure because it only opens the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ hosting opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the computer to the Internet. Applications and Gaming > DMZDMZAny PC whose port is being forwarded must have its DHCP client function disabled and should have a new static IP address assigned to it because its IP address may change when using the DHCP function.Enabled/Disabled  To  disable  DMZ  hosting,  select Disabled.  To  expose  one  PC,  select  Enabled.  Then configure the following settings:Source IP Address  If you want any IP address to be the source, select Any IP Address. If you want to specify an IP address or range of IP addresses as the designated source, select and complete the IP address range fields.Destination  If  you  want to  specify  the DMZ  host by  IP address,  select  IP  Address  and  enter  the  IP  address  in the  field  provided.  If you  want  to specify  the  DMZ host by MAC address, select MAC Address and enter the MAC address in the field provided. To retrieve this information, click DHCP Client Table.DMZ > DHCP Client TableDHCP Client TableThe  DHCP  Client  Table  lists  computers  and  other devices that have been assigned IP addresses by the Router. The list can be sorted by Client Name, Interface, IP Address, MAC Address, and Expired Time (how much time is left for the current IP address). To select a DHCP client,  click  Select.  To  retrieve  the  most  up-to-date information,  click  Refresh.  To  exit  this  screen  and return to the DMZ screen, click Close. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Applications and Gaming > QoSQuality  of  Service  (QoS)  ensures  better  service  to high-priority  types  of  network  traffic,  which  may involve  demanding,  real-time  applications,  such  as videoconferencing. Applications and Gaming > QoSQoS (Quality of Service)WirelessYou can configure the support and No Acknowledgement settings in this section.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration23Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterWMM Support  If you have other devices that support Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) on your network, keep the default, Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled.No Acknowledgement  If you want to disable the Router’s Acknowledgement feature, so the Router will not re-send data if  an error  occurs,  then select  Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.Internet Access PriorityIn  this  section, you can  set  the bandwidth priority for a variety of applications and devices. There are four levels priority:  High,  Medium,  Normal,  or  Low.  When  you  set priority, do not set all applications to High, because this will defeat the purpose of allocating the available bandwidth. If you want to select below normal bandwidth, select Low. Depending  on  the  application,  a  few  attempts  may  be needed to set the appropriate bandwidth priority.Enabled/Disabled  To use the QoS policies you have set, keep the default, Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled. CategoryThere  are  four  categories  available.  Select  one  of  the following:  Applications,  Online  Games,  MAC Address, Ethernet Port, or Voice Device. Proceed to the instructions for your selection.ApplicationsApplications  Select  the  appropriate  application.  If  you select  Add  a  New  Application,  follow  the  Add  a  New Application instructions.Priority  Select  the  appropriate priority: High,  Medium, Normal, or Low.Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear in the Summary list.Add a New ApplicationQoS > Add a New ApplicationEnter a Name  Enter any name to indicate the name  of the entry.Port Range  Enter the port range that the application will be using. For example, if you want to allocate bandwidth for FTP, you can enter 21-21. If you need services for an application that uses from 1000 to 1250, you enter 1000-1250  as your  settings. You  can have up  to  three  ranges to  define  for  this  bandwidth  allocation.  Port  numbers can  range  from  1  to  65535.  Check  your  application’s documentation  for  details  on  the  service  ports  used.  Select the protocol TCP or UDP, or select Both. Priority  Select  the  appropriate  priority:  High,  Medium (Recommend), Normal, or Low.Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear in the Summary list.Online GamesQoS > Online GamesGames  Select the appropriate game.Priority  Select  the  appropriate  priority:  High,  Medium (Recommend), Normal, or Low.Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear in the Summary list.MAC AddressQoS > MAC AddressEnter a Name  Enter a name for your device.MAC Address  Enter the MAC address of your device.Priority  Select  the  appropriate  priority:  High,  Medium (Recommend), Normal, or Low.Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear in the Summary list.Ethernet PortQoS > Ethernet PortEthernet  Select the appropriate Ethernet port.Priority  Select  the  appropriate  priority:  High,  Medium (Recommend), Normal, or Low.Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear in the Summary list.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration24Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterVoice DeviceQoS > Voice DeviceEnter a Name  Enter a name for your voice device.MAC  Address  Enter  the  MAC  address  of  your  voice device.Priority  Select  the  appropriate  priority:  High (Recommend), Medium, Normal, or Low.Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear in the Summary list.SummaryThis  lists  the  QoS  entries  you  have  created  for  your applications and devices.Priority  This column displays the  bandwidth priority of High, Medium, Normal, or Low.Name  This  column  displays  the  application,  device,  or port name.Information  This  column  displays  the  port  range  or MAC address  entered for your entry. If  a pre-configured application or game was selected, there will be no valid entry shown in this section.Remove  Click this button to remove an entry.Edit  Click this button to make changes.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Administration > ManagementThe  Administration  >  Management  screen  allows  the network’s  administrator  to  manage  specific  Router functions for access and security.Administration > ManagementManagementRouter AccessTo ensure the Router’s security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Router’s web-based utility. The default is admin.Router Password  Enter a new password for the Router.Re-enter  to  confirm  Enter  the  password  again  to confirm.Web AccessWeb Utility Access  HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) is the communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secured Socket Layer)  to  encrypt  data  transmitted  for  higher  security. Select HTTP or HTTPS. HTTP is the default.Web  Utility  Access  via  Wireless  If  you  are  using  the Router in a public domain where you are giving wireless access to your guests, you can disable wireless access to the  Router’s  web-based  utility. You  will  only  be  able  to access  the  utility  via  a  wired  connection  if  you  disable the setting. Keep the default, Enabled, to allow wireless access to the utility, or select Disabled to block wireless access to the utility.Remote AccessRemote  Management  To  permit  remote  access  of  the Router, from  outside the  local  network,  select  Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.Web Utility Access HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) is the communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secured Socket Layer)  to  encrypt  data  transmitted  for  higher  security. Select HTTP or HTTPS. HTTP is the default.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration25Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterRemote Upgrade  If you want to be able to upgrade the Router  remotely,  from  outside  the  local  network,  select Enabled.  (You  must  have  the  Remote  Management feature  enabled  as  well.)  Otherwise,  keep  the  default, Disabled.Allowed Remote  IP  Address  If  you want to be  able  to access the Router from any external IP address, select Any IP Address. If you want to specify an external IP address or range of IP addresses, then select the second option and complete the fields provided.Remote Management Port  Enter the port number that will be open to outside access.NOTE:  When  you  are  in  a  remote  location and  wish  to  manage  the  Router,  enter  http://<Internet_IP_address>:port  or  https://<Internet_IP_address>:port, depending on whether you use HTTP or HTTPS. Enter the Router’s specific Internet IP address in place of <Internet_IP_address>, and enter the Remote Management Port number in place of the word port.UPnPUniversal Plug and Play (UPnP) allows Windows Me and XP to automatically configure the Router for various Internet applications, such as gaming and videoconferencing.UPnP  If you want to use UPnP, keep the default setting, Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled.Allow  Users  to  Configure  Keep  the  default,  Enabled, if  you  want to  be able  to  make  manual  changes to  the Router  while  using  the  UPnP  feature.  Otherwise,  select Disabled.Allow Users to Disable Internet Access  Select Enabled, if  you  want  to  be  able  to  prohibit  any  and  all  Internet connections.  Otherwise,  keep  the  default  setting, Disabled.Backup and RestoreBackup  Configurations  To  back  up  the  Router’s configuration settings, click this button and follow the on-screen instructions.Restore  Configurations  To  restore  the  Router’s configuration settings, click this button and follow the on-screen instructions. (You must have previously backed up the Router’s configuration settings.)Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.Administration > LogThe  Router  can  keep  logs  of  all  traffic  for your  Internet connection.Administration > LogLogLog  To  disable  the  Log  function,  select  Disabled.  To monitor  traffic  between  the  network  and  the  Internet, keep the default, Enabled. With logging enabled, you can choose to view temporary logs.View Log  To view the logs, click View Log. Administration > Log > View LogLogType  •Select Incoming Log, Outgoing Log, Security Log, or DHCP Client Log. <Type>  Log  •The  Incoming  Log  will  display  a  temporary  log  of  the  source  IP  addresses  and destination  port  numbers  for  the  incoming  Internet traffic.  The  Outgoing  Log  will  display  a  temporary log  of  the  local  IP  addresses,  destination  URLs/IP addresses, and service/port numbers for the outgoing Internet traffic. The Security log will display the login information  for  the  web-based  utility.  The  DHCP Client  Log  will  display  the  LAN  DHCP  server  status information.Click  Save  the Log to  save  this information to  a  file on your PC’s hard drive. Click Refresh to update the log.  Click  Clear  to  clear  all  the  information  that  is displayed.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration26Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAdministration > DiagnosticsThe  diagnostic tests  (Ping  and Traceroute)  allow you  to check the connections of your network devices, including connection to the Internet. This screen also allows you to reset the router.Administration > DiagnosticsRebootReboot  Click Reboot to reset the router.DiagnosticsPing TestThe Ping test checks the status of a connection. IP  or  URL Address  Enter  the  address  of  the  PC  whose connection you wish to test.Packet Size  Enter the packet  size you want to use. The default is 32 bytes.Times to Ping  Enter many times you wish to test it. Start to Ping  To run the test, click this button. The Ping Test screen will show if the test was successful. Click Close to return to the Diagnostics screen.Diagnostics > PingTraceroute TestThe  Traceroute  test  tests  the  performance  of  a connection.IP  or  URL Address  Enter  the  address  of  the  PC  whose connection you wish to test.Start to Traceroute  To run the test, click this button. The Traceroute Test screen will show if the test was successful. Click Close to return to the Diagnostics screen.Diagnostics > TracerouteAdministration > Factory DefaultsThe  Administration  >  Factory  Defaults  screen  allows  you to restore the Router’s configuration to its factory default settings. Administration > Factory DefaultsNOTE: Do not restore the factory defaults unless you are having difficulties with the Router and have  exhausted  all  other  troubleshooting measures. Once the Router is reset, you will have to re-enter all of your configuration settings.Factory DefaultsRestore All Settings  To reset the Router’s settings to the default values, click this button and  then  follow the on-screen instructions. Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration27Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAdministration > Firmware UpgradeThe  Firmware  Upgrade  screen  allows  you  to  upgrade  the Router’s  firmware.  Do  not  upgrade  the  firmware  unless you are experiencing problems with the Router or the new firmware has a feature you want to use. Administration > Firmware UpgradeNOTE:  The  Router  may  lose  the  settings  you have  customized.  Before  you  upgrade  its firmware, write down all of your custom settings. After you upgrade its firmware, you will have to re-enter all of your configuration settings.Firmware UpgradeBefore  upgrading  the  firmware,  download  the  Router’s firmware  upgrade  file  from  the  Linksys  website,  www.linksys.com. Then extract the file.Please  select  a  file  to  upgrade  the  firmware  Click Browse and select the extracted firmware upgrade file.Start  to  Upgrade  After  you  have  selected  the appropriate file, click this button, and follow the on-screen instructions.Status > RouterThe Router screen displays information about the Router and its current settings.Status > RouterRouter InformationFirmware  Version  This  is  the  version  number  of  the Router’s current firmware.Firmware  Verification  This  shows  the  MD5  value generated during code compilation.Current Time  This shows the time set on the Router.Internet MAC Address  This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen by your ISP.Host Name  If required by your ISP, this was entered on the Basic Setup screen.Domain Name  If required by your ISP, this was entered on the Basic Setup screen.Internet ConnectionThis  section  shows  the  current  network  information stored in the Router. The information varies depending on the Internet connection type selected on the Basic Setup screen.Click Refresh to update the on-screen information.Status > Local NetworkThe Local Network screen displays information about the local, wired network.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration28Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterStatus > Local NetworkLocal NetworkLocal  MAC  Address  The  MAC  address  of  the  Router’s local, wired interface is displayed here.Router IP Address  This shows the Router’s IP address, as it appears on your local network.Subnet Mask  This shows the Subnet Mask of the Router.DHCP ServerDHCP  Server  The  status  of  the  Router’s  DHCP  server function is displayed here.Start IP Address  For the range of IP addresses used by devices on your local network, the starting IP address is shown here.End  IP Address  For the  range  of  IP  addresses used  by devices on  your local  network,  the  ending  IP  address is shown here.DHCP Clients Table  Click this button to view a list of PCs that are using the Router as a DHCP server.DHCP Clients TableDHCP Client TableThe  DHCP  Client  Table  lists  computers  and  other devices that have been assigned IP addresses by the Router. The list can be sorted by Client Name, Interface, IP  Address,  MAC  Address,  and  Expired  Time  (how much time is left for the current IP address). To remove a DHCP client, click Delete. To retrieve the most up-to-date information, click Refresh. To exit this screen and return to the Local Network screen, click Close. Status > Wireless NetworkThe  Wireless  Network  screen  displays  information  about your wireless network.Status > WirelessWireless NetworkMAC  Address  The  MAC  address  of  the  Router’s  local, wireless interface is displayed here.Mode  Displayed here is the wireless mode used by the network.Network Name (SSID)  Displayed here is the name of the wireless network, which is also called the SSID.Channel  Width  Shown  here  is  the  Radio  Band  setting selected on the Basic Wireless Settings screen.Channel  Shown here is the Channel setting selected on the Basic Wireless Settings screen.Security  Displayed here is the wireless security method used by the Router.SSID Broadcast  Displayed here is the status of the SSID Broadcast feature.

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