LINKSYS WRT610NV2 Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router User Manual WRT610N User Guide

LINKSYS LLC Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router WRT610N User Guide

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USER GUIDESimultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router  Model: WRT610N
 About This GuideiSimultaneous Dual-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.linksysbycisco.comLinksys International  www.linksysbycisco.com/internationalGlossary www.linksysbycisco.com/glossaryNetwork Security www.linksysbycisco.com/securityCopyright and Trademarks©  2009  Cisco  Systems,  Inc.  All  rights reserved. Cisco, the Cisco logo, and Linksys are  trademarks  or  registered  trademarks of  Cisco Systems,  Inc.  and/or  its  affiliates in  the  United  States  and  certain  other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in  this  document  or  website  are  the property  of  their  respective  owners.  The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership  relationship  between  Cisco and any other company.
 Table of ContentsiSimultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterChapter 1: Product Overview  3Front Panel.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3Back Panel .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist  5General Network Security Guidelines .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  5Additional Security Tips   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  5Chapter 3: Advanced Conguration  6Setup > Basic Setup .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6Setup > MAC Address Clone.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  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 .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .27Applications and Gaming > DMZ   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .27Applications and Gaming > QoS .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .28Administration > Management.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .30Administration > Log .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Administration > Diagnostics .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Administration > Factory Defaults .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .32Administration > Firmware Upgrade  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  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 .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .37Create a Shortcut to a Shared Folder  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .38Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only).  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .40
 Table of ContentsiiSimultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAppendix C: Specications  43Appendix D: Warranty Information  44Limited Warranty.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .44Appendix E: Regulatory Information  46FCC Statement  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .46FCC Radiation Exposure Statement  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .46Safety Notices.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .46Industry Canada Statement .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .46Restrictions in the 5 GHz Band  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .46Avis d’Industrie Canada.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .47Restrictions dans la bande 5 GHz.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .47Wireless Disclaimer  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .47Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .47User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .48Appendix F: Software End User License Agreement  52Cisco Products  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .52Software Licenses  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .52
Chapter 1 Product Overview3Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterChapter 1:  Product OverviewThank  you  for  choosing  the  Simultaneous  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. With the  built-in  storage  link, you can easily add gigabytes of storage space onto your network using USB 2.0 hard drives, or plug in a USB flash disk to access your portable data files. The built-in media server streams music, video and photos from the attached storage  device  to  any  UPnP-compatible  media  adapter. Configuring  the  Router  is  easy  using  the  provided browser-based utility.For more wireless bandwidth, the Router can create two simultaneous  yet  separate  Wireless-N  networks,  one using the 5 GHz band and one using the 2.4 GHz band. For  example,  use  the  Wireless-N  2.4  GHz  network  to surf,  e-mail,  and  print  while  keeping  the  less  crowded, Wireless-N  5  GHz  network  free  for  time-sensitive  traffic like  music,  gaming,  and high-definition  video.  For more information, refer to Simultaneous Networks, page 12.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  continuously  lit  when  the  Router is connected  to a device  through  that port.  It flashes  to  indicate  network  activity  over  that port. The LED lights up green when the port is connected to a gigabit port or blue when the port is connected to a 10/100 port. Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  Button  If  you  have client  devices,  such  as  wireless  adapters, that  support  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup,  then  you can  use  the  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  to automatically  configure  wireless  security  for your wireless network(s).To  use  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup,  run  the  Setup Wizard,  or  refer  to  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup, page 13.Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED  (Blue/Amber)  The LED flashes blue for two minutes during the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process and lights up blue when the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process is successful.    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 when a Wi-Fi Protected Setup session  is  active.  The  Router  supports  one session at a time. Wait until the LED is solidly lit, or off before starting the next Wi-Fi Protected Setup session.Wireless  (Blue)  The  Wireless  LED  lights  up when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes when  the  Router  sends  or  receives  data  over the network.Internet  (Green/Blue)  The Internet LED lights up when there is a connection made through the Internet port. It flashes to indicate network activity over the Internet port. The LED lights up green when the port is connected to a gigabit port  or blue  when the  port  is  connected to  a 10/100 port. USB  (Blue) The USB LED lights up when a USB device is attached. It flashes when data is being sent to or received from this device.Power  (Blue)  The  Power  LED  lights  up  when the Router is powered on. When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, the LED flashes. When the diagnostic is complete, the LED is continuously lit.Back PanelUSB  Port  The  USB  port  connects  to  a  USB storage device. Internet  The  Internet  port  is  where  you connect your cable or DSL Internet connection. 1, 2, 3, 4  Using network cables, these Ethernet ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to computers on  your  wired  network  and  other  Ethernet network devices.
Chapter 1 Product Overview4Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterReset  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  the Administration > Factory  Defaults  screen  in the  Router’s  browser-based  utility  (refer  to Administration > Factory Defaults, page 32).Power Switch  Press I the end to power on the Router. Press the O end to power off the Router.Power  The Power port is where you  connect the power adapter.Horizontal PlacementThe Router has four rubber feet on its bottom panel. Place the Router on a level surface near an electrical outlet.Wall-Mounting PlacementThe  Router  has  two  wall-mount  slots  on  its  bottom panel.  The  distance  between  the  slots  is  175.56  mm  (6.91 inches). Two screws are needed to mount the Router.Suggested Mounting Hardware2.5-3.0 mm4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm † Note: Mounting hardware illustrations are not true to scale.NOTE:  Linksys is not  responsible  for  damages incurred  by  unsecured  wall-mounting hardware. Follow these instructions:1.  Determine where you want to mount the Router. Make sure  that  the  wall  you  use  is  smooth,  flat,  dry,  and sturdy. Also make sure the location is within reach of an electrical outlet.2.  Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are  175.56 mm (6.91 inches) apart.3.  Insert  a  screw  into  each  hole  and  leave  3  mm  (0.12 inches) of its head exposed.4.  Position  the  Router  so  the  wall-mount  slots  line  up with the two screws.5.  Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Router  down until the  screws  fit snugly into  the wall-mount slots.175.56 mm(6.91 in)Wall-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 Checklist5Simultaneous Dual-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 Tips •Keep 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.linksysbycisco.com/security
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration6Simultaneous Dual-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. If you would  like  to  change  its  advanced  settings,  use  the Router’s browser-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  browser-based  utility  has  these  main  tabs:  Setup, Wireless,  Security,  Storage,  Access  Restrictions, Applications  &  Gaming,  Administration,  and  Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.How to Access the Browser-Based UtilityTo  access  the  browser-based  utility,  launch  the  web browser on your computer, and enter the Router’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1 or WRT610N 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. Then  enter  the  password  you  set  up  during  the  Setup Wizard. (If you did not run the Setup Wizard, then use the default  password,  admin.  You  can  set  a  new  password on  the  Administration  >  Management  screen.  Refer  to Administration  >  Management, page  30.) Click  OK  to continue.Password ScreenSetup > Basic SetupThe first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings. Setup > Basic SetupLanguageLanguage To  use  a  different  language,  select  one  from the drop-down menu. The language of the browser-based utility  will  change  five  seconds  after  you  select  another language.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Internet SetupThe Internet Setup section configures the Router to your Internet  connection.  Most  of  this  information  can  be obtained through your Internet Service Provider (ISP).Internet Connection TypeSelect the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. The available types are: •Automatic Configuration - DHCP •Static IP •PPPoE •PPTP •L2TP •Telstra Cable
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration7Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAutomatic Configuration - DHCPThe default Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration  -  DHCP.  Keep  the  default  only  if  your ISP supports DHCP or if you connect using a dynamic IP Address. (This option usually applies to cable connections.)Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCPStatic IPIf  you  are  required  to  use  a  permanent  IP  address  to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.Internet Connection Type > Static IPIP  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 enter 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 Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.DNS  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 > PPPoEUser  Name  and  Password  Enter  the  User  Name  and Password provided by your ISP.Service Name (optional)  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  elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is 5 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, specify how  often the  Router  should  check  the  Internet  connection.  The default 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:Internet  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 Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration8Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterDNS  Your  ISP  will  provide  you  with  at  least  one  DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP address.Server  IP  Address  Your  ISP  will  provide  you  with  the Server IP Address.User  Name  and  Password  Enter  the  User  Name  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  elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is 5 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, specify how  often the  Router  should  check  the  Internet  connection.  The default 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.User  Name  and  Password  Enter  the  User  Name  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  elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is 5 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, specify how  often the  Router  should  check  the  Internet  connection.  The default 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  Telstra Cable. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.User  Name  and  Password  Enter  the  User  Name  and Password provided by your ISP.Optional SettingsSome of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.Optional SettingsHost  Name/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 host 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.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration9Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterSize  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: 1500 •PPPoE: 1492 •PPTP 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 (refer to Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings, page 12).Router AddressThis  presents  both  the  Router’s  IP  Address  and  Subnet Mask,  as  seen  by  your  network.  The  default  Router  IP address is 192.168.1.1.Router IP AddressDHCP Server SettingsThe 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. Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)DHCP Server  DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, or you do not want a DHCP server, then select Disabled (no other DHCP features will be available).DHCP Reservation  Click DHCP Reservation 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 Reservation •Select  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  clear  your  changes.  To  update the on-screen 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 is 192.168.1.100.Maximum  Number  of  Users  Enter  the  maximum number of computers 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  The range of available IP addresses is displayed.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 amount 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, or
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration10Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routerthe lease will be renewed. 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 computer’s interaction with the Internet. If you use a WINS server, enter that server’s IP address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.Time SettingTime SettingTime Zone  Select the time zone in which your network functions from this drop-down menu.Automatically  adjust  clock  for  daylight  saving changes  Select  this  option  to  have  the  Router automatically adjust for daylight saving time.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear 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, 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 > DynDNSUser Name  Enter the User Name for your DDNS account.Password  Enter the Password for your DDNS account.Host Name  The DDNS URL assigned by the DDNS service is displayed.WildCard  Select  Enabled  to  enable  this  feature  or Disabled to disable it.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.Update   To manually trigger an update, click Update.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.TZO.comSetup > DDNS > TZOE-mail  Address,  TZO  Password,  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.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration11Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterUpdate   To manually trigger an update, click Update.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Setup > MAC Address CloneSome  ISPs  will  require  you  to  register  a  MAC  address in  order  to  access  the  Internet.  A  MAC  address  is  a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. If  you  do  not wish to re-register the MAC address with your ISP, you can use the MAC Address Clone feature to assign the currently registered MAC address to the Router.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 clear 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.Route Entry  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.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration12Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterGateway  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.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 clear 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.Simultaneous NetworksFor more wireless bandwidth, the Router can create two simultaneous yet separate Wireless-N networks, one using the Wireless-N 5 GHz band and one using the Wireless-N 2.4  GHz  band.  You  can  use  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  to easily configure and  connect to  both  networks (refer to Wi-Fi Protected  Setup,  page 13),  or  you  can  manually configure the Router. If you use manual configuration, then set up each network with the following: •Unique Network Name (SSID) •Wireless  security  settings  (refer  to 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz Wireless Security, page 14)Decide  which  computers  and  other  wireless  devices should  join  which  network.  Wireless-N  devices  support both the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands, so they can join either the 5 GHz or 2.4 GHz network. Wireless-G and Wireless-B devices  support  only  the 2.4  GHz  band, so  they  should join the 2.4 GHz network. Wireless-A devices support only the 5 GHz band, so they should join the 5 GHz network.For the 5 GHz network, configure all computers and other wireless  devices  with  the  same  5  GHz  Network  Name (SSID)  and  wireless  security  settings.  For  the  2.4  GHz network,  configure  all  computers  and  other  wireless devices with the same 2.4 GHz Network Name (SSID) and wireless security settings. NOTE: Make sure each network uses a unique Network Name (SSID).Wireless > Basic Wireless SettingsConfiguration  View  To  manually  configure  your wireless networks, select Manual. Proceed to the Wireless Configuration  (Manual)  section.  To  use  Wi-Fi  Protected Setup,  select  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup.  Proceed  to Wi-Fi Protected Setup, page 13.Wireless Configuration (Manual)If  you  set  the  Configuration  View  to  Manual,  the  Basic Wireless Settings screen displays the following fields.5 GHz or 2.4 GHz Wireless SettingsThe same settings are available for the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz radio bands. The 5 GHz Wireless settings set up a network using the 5 GHz band, and the 2.4 GHz Wireless settings set up a network using the 2.4 GHz band.Network  Mode  (5  GHz)  Select  the  wireless  standards running on your 5 GHz network. If you have both Wireless-A and Wireless-N (5 GHz) devices in your network, keep the default, Mixed. If you have only Wireless-A devices, select Wireless-A  Only.  If  you  have  only  Wireless-N  (5  GHz)
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration13Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routerdevices, select Wireless-N Only. If  you do not  have any Wireless-A and Wireless-N (5GHz) devices in your network, select Disabled. Network Mode (2.4 GHz)  Select the wireless standards running  on  your  2.4  GHz  network.  If  you  have  both Wireless-B, Wireless-G and Wireless-N (2.4 GHz) devices in your network, keep the default, Mixed. If you have only Wireless-B  devices,  select  Wireless-B  Only.  If  you  have only  Wireless-G  devices,  select  Wireless-G  Only.  If  you have only Wireless-N (2.4 GHz) devices, select Wireless-N Only. If you do  not have any Wireless-B, Wireless-G  and Wireless-N  (2.4  GHz)  devices  in  your  network,  select Disabled.Network  Name  (SSID)  The  SSID  is  the  network name  shared  by  all  devices  in  a  wireless  network.  It is  case-sensitive  and  must  not  exceed  32  keyboard characters.  For  added  security,  you  should  change  the default network name to a unique name.Channel  Width  (5  GHz)  For  best  performance  in  a network using Wireless-A and Wireless-N (5 GHz) devices, keep the default, Auto (20MHz or 40MHz). For a channel width of 40 MHz, select 40MHz only. For a channel width of 20 MHz, select 20MHz only. Channel  Width  (2.4  GHz)  For  best  performance  in  a network  using  Wireless-B,  Wireless-G  and  Wireless-N (2.4  GHz)  devices,  select  Auto  (20MHz  or  40MHz).  For a  channel  width  of  40  MHz,  select  40MHz  only.  For  a channel width of 20 MHz, keep the default, 20MHz only. Wide Channel (5 GHz)  If you selected 40MHz only or Auto (20MHz or 40MHz) for the Channel Width setting, then this setting will be available for your primary Wireless-N (5GHz) channel. If you are not sure which channel to select, keep the default, Auto.Wide Channel (2.4 GHz)  If you selected 40MHz only or Auto  (20MHz  or  40MHz)  for  the  Channel  Width  setting, then  this  setting  will  be  available  for  your  primary Wireless-N  (2.4  GHz)  channel.  If  you are  not  sure  which channel to select, keep the default, Auto.Standard  Channel  (5  GHz)  Select  the  channel  for Wireless-A  and  Wireless-N  (5GHz)  networking.  If  you selected 40MHz only or Auto (20MHz or 40MHz) for the Channel Width setting, then the Standard Channel will be a secondary channel for Wireless-N (5GHz). If you are not sure which channel to select, keep the default, Auto.Standard  Channel  (2.4  GHz)  Select  the  channel for  Wireless-B,  Wireless-G,  and  Wireless-N  (2.4  GHz) networking. If you selected 40MHz only or Auto (20MHz or 40MHz) for the Channel Width setting, then the Standard Channel will  be a  secondary  channel for Wireless-N (2.4 GHz). If you are not sure which channel to select, keep the default, Auto.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 Router’s  SSID,  keep  the  default,  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 clear 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 #1  Use this  method if your client device  has  a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.1.  Click  or  press  the Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  on the client device.2.  Click  the  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  on  the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.3.  After the client device has been configured, click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. Then refer back  to  your  client  device  or  its  documentation  for further instructions.Method #2  Use this  method if your client device  has  a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN number.1.  Enter  the  PIN  number  from  the  client  device  in  the field on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.2.  Click  the  Register  button  on  the  Router’s  Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration14Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router3.  After the client device has been configured, click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. Then refer back  to  your  client  device  or  its  documentation  for further instructions.Method #3  Use this method if your client device asks for the Router’s PIN number. 1.  On the client device, enter the PIN number listed on the  Router’s  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  screen.  (It  is  also listed on the label on the bottom of the Router.)2.  After the client device has been configured, click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. Then refer back  to  your  client  device  or  its  documentation  for further instructions.The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Status, Network Name (SSID), Security, 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  settings  configure  the  security of  your  wireless  network(s).  The  Router  supports  the following wireless security options: WPA2 Personal, WPA Personal, WPA2 Enterprise, WPA Enterprise, RADIUS, and WEP. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is a stronger security standard  than  WEP  (Wireless  Equivalent  Privacy),  and WPA2 is even more secure than WPA. RADIUS is Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service.5 GHz or 2.4 GHz Wireless SecurityWireless security is strongly recommended, and WPA2 is the strongest method available. Use WPA2 if it is supported by all of your wireless devices.Security ModeSelect  the security method for each wireless network.  If you do not want to use wireless security, keep the default, Disabled.WPA2 PersonalNOTE:  If  you  are  using  WPA2  or  WPA,  each device in your wireless network MUST use the same WPA method and shared key, or else the network will not function properly.]WPA2 PersonalEncryption  WPA2  supports  two  encryption  methods with  dynamic  encryption  keys,  AES  or  WPA-TKIP/WPA2-AES. The default is 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 is 3600 seconds.WPA PersonalNOTE:  If  you  are  using  WPA2  or  WPA,  each device in your wireless network MUST use the same WPA method and shared key, or else the network will not function properly. WPA PersonalEncryption   WPA uses TKIP, an encryption method with dynamic encryption keys.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 period is 3600 seconds.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration15Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterWPA2 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.)WPA2 EnterpriseEncryption  WPA2  supports  two  encryption  methods with  dynamic  encryption  keys,  AES  or  WPA-TKIP/WPA2-AES. The default is AES.RADIUS Server  Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server.RADIUS  Port    Enter  the  port  number  of  the  RADIUS server. The default is 1812.Shared  Key  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 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.)  WPA EnterpriseEncryption   WPA uses TKIP, an encryption method with dynamic encryption keys.RADIUS Server  Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server.RADIUS  Port    Enter  the  port  number  of  the  RADIUS server. The default is 1812.Shared  Key  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 is 3600 seconds.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration16Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterRADIUSThis  option  features  WEP  used  in  coordination  with  a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) IMPORTANT:  If  you  are  using  WEP  encryption, 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.RADIUSRADIUS Server  Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server.RADIUS  Port    Enter  the  port  number  of  the  RADIUS server. The default is 1812.Shared  Key  Enter  the  key  shared  between  the  Router and the server.Encryption  Select  a  level  of  WEP  encryption,  64 bits 10  hex  digits or  128  bits 26  hex  digits. The  default  is 64 bits 10 hex digits.Passphrase  Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click Generate.Key 1-4  If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key(s) manually.TX Key  Select a default TX (Transmit) Key (choose which Key to use). The default is 1.WEPWEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA. IMPORTANT:  If  you  are  using  WEP  encryption, 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.WEPEncryption  Select  a  level  of  WEP  encryption,  64 bits 10  hex  digits or  128  bits 26  hex  digits. The  default  is 64 bits 10 hex digits.Passphrase  Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click Generate.Key 1-4  If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key(s) manually.TX Key  Select a default TX (Transmit) Key (choose which Key to use). The default is 1.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration17Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterWireless > Wireless MAC FilterWireless  access can  be filtered (restricted)  by specifying the MAC addresses of the devices in your wireless network.Wireless > Wireless MAC FilterWireless MAC FilterEnabled/Disabled To filter wireless users by MAC address, either  permitting  or  blocking  access,  click  Enabled.  If  you do not wish to filter users by MAC address, keep the default setting, Disabled.Access RestrictionPrevent PCs listed below from accessing the wireless network  Select  this to  block  wireless  access  by  MAC address. This option is enabled by default.Permit  PCs  listed  below  access  to  the  wireless network  Select  this  to  allow  wireless  access  by  MAC address. This option is disabled 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  update  the  on-screen  information,  click  Refresh. To exit this screen and return to the Wireless MAC Filter screen, click Close.MAC XX  Enter the MAC addresses of the devices whose wireless access you want to control.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Wireless > Advanced Wireless SettingsThe  Advanced  Wireless  Settings  screen  is  used  to  set  up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should  only  be  adjusted  by  an  advanced  user  because incorrect  settings  can  reduce  wireless  performance.  In most cases, keep the default settings.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
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration18Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Routerwith 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 the Frame Burst option, keep the default, Enabled.Authentication Type  The default is 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.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  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.) 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, for transmission at all standard wireless rates (1-2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps, 18 Mbps, and 24 Mbps).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 connection  speed  between  the  Router  and  a  wireless client. The default value 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.Transmission  Power  Select  the  appropriate  level  of transmission  power:  High,  Medium,  or  Low.  In  most cases, keep the default, High.CTS  Protection  Mode  The  Router  automatically uses  CTS  (Clear-To-Send)  Protection  Mode  when  your Wireless-N and Wireless-G devices are experiencing severe problems and are not able to transmit to the Router in an environment with heavy 802.11b traffic. This option boosts the Router’s ability to catch all Wireless-N and Wireless-G transmissions but severely decreases performance. To use this option, keep the default, Auto. To disable this option, select Disabled. Beacon Interval  A beacon is a packet broadcast by the Router to synchronize the wireless network. Enter a value between 20  and  1000 milliseconds. The Beacon Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. The default value is 100. DTIM Interval  This value, between 3 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 3.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 clear your changes.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration19Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterSecurity > 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 FiltersFilter  Anonymous  Internet  Requests  This  feature makes  it  more  difficult  for  outside  users  to  work  their way into your network. This option is enabled by default. Disable it 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 option to enable the filter. Filter Internet NAT  Redirection  This feature is used to prevent  a  local  computer  from  using  a  URL  or  Internet address  to  access  the  local  server.  Select  this  option  to enable the filter. Filter IDENT (Port 113)  This feature keeps port 113 from being scanned by devices outside of your local network. Select this option to enable the filter.Web FiltersProxy  Use  of WAN  proxy  servers  may  compromise  the Gateway’s security. Denying Proxy will  disable access  to any WAN proxy servers. Select this option 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 sites  created  using  this  programming  language.  Select this option 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 option 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 option to filter cookies. Deselect the feature to allow cookie usage.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Security > VPN PassthroughThe  VPN  Passthrough  screen  allows  you  to  enable  VPN tunnels using IPSec, L2TP, or PPTP 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. 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.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. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration20Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterStorage > DiskThe  storage  options  are  available  when  a  USB  storage device is connected to the USB port of the Router. The Disk screen describes the disk currently attached to the Router. Use this screen to create shared folders, safely remove a disk, or format a disk (any data on the disk will be deleted during formatting).Shared folders are folders you create to manage access to the folders on the disk.Storage > DiskDisk DetailIf a formatted disk is connected to the Router, then its name is displayed. For each partition of the disk, the Partition, File  System,  Capacity,  and  Free  Space  information  are displayed.Safely  Remove  Disk  Before  physically  disconnecting  a disk from the Router, click Safely Remove Disk first. This prevents the possible loss of data, which may occur if you remove the disk while it is transferring data.Create Share  To create a shared folder, click this option for the appropriate partition, and the Shared Folder screen appears.  Proceed  to  Create  or  Edit  a  Shared  Folder, page 20.Shared FolderShared  Disk  IP  Address  The  IP  address  of  the  disk  is displayed.Summary  To view a list of shared folders, click this option. For each shared folder, the Display Name, Partition, and Shared Folder location are displayed.Edit  To change the access settings of a shared folder, click this option, and the Shared Folder screen appears. Proceed to Create or Edit a Shared Folder, page 20.Delete  To delete a shared folder, click this option.Format DiskDisk  To format a disk and create a new partition, select the disk you want to format, and then click Format Disk. (If your disk was formatted with multiple partitions, then the formatting will delete them and create a single partition.) Proceed to Format Disk, page 21.Create or Edit a Shared FolderUse this screen to add a shared folder.Shared FolderShared FolderDisplay  Name  Create  a  name  for  the  folder.  This  will appear in the Shared Folder table on the Disk screen.Partition  The name of the partition is displayed.Location  The location of the folder is displayed.New Folder  Create a  name  for  the  physical  location of the folder. Then click Create.Share  entire  Partition  Select  this  option  if  the  folder should include the entire partition.If you do not want to share the entire partition, then select the folder you do want to share.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration21Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterCurrent Folder  The current folder is displayed. Folder  Name  The  available  folders  are  listed  by  Folder Name.Enter into Folder  To display sub-folders, click this button.Select   Select a folder.Return to Upper Folder  To return to the previous folder, click this button.AccessSpecify which  user groups  have read-and-write or  read-only access to the folder. (To create user groups, refer to Create or Edit a Group Account, page 24.)Available Groups  To allow a group access to the folder, select it, and then click the >> button.Groups with Access  To block a group from accessing the folder, select it, and then click the << button.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Can-cel Changes to clear your changes. Click Close to exit the screen.Format DiskEnter a partition’s name  Create a name for the partition. (If  your  disk  was  formatted  with  multiple  partitions, then the formatting will delete them and create a single partition.)To format the disk as FAT32, click Format and follow the on-screen  instructions.  To  cancel  the  formatting,  click Cancel. Format DiskStorage > Media ServerThe  storage  options  are  available  when  a  USB  storage device is connected to the USB port of the Router. If you have UPnP AV-enabled (or DLNA-certified) devices in  your home,  then  you  can  use  the  Router  as  a media server.  Examples  of  UPnP  AV-enabled  devices  include  a digital  media  adapter,  a  gaming  console  with  a  built-in media player, or a digital picture frame. For example, if you have a digital media adapter that sends content  to  your  entertainment  system,  then  the  digital media adapter can locate the Router using the UPnP AV standard. The  folders  you specify  can  then  be  accessed and played by the digital media adapter.Storage > Media ServerSetupServer Name  The  default server name  of the  Router is WRT610N. UPnP  Media  Server  To  use  the  Router’s  media  server function, select Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled.DatabaseThis section lets you select content to add to the database of the Router’s media server. Specify  Folder  to  Scan  To  add  a  media  folder  to the  database  of  the  Router’s  media  server,  click  this button.  The  Media  Folder  screen  appears.  Proceed  to Add a Media Folder, page 22.Last  scanning  time  The  last  time  the  media  server scanned for content is displayed.Auto-scan  every  __  To  automatically  scan  the  media folders,  select  this  option.  Then  select  the  appropriate interval: 2 Hours (default), 6 Hours, 12 Hours, 24 Hours, or 48 Hours.Scan All  To scan all media files, click this button.The  database  table  lists  the  media  folders  with  the following information: Display Name, Partition, and Folder.Scan  To scan a folder, click Scan.Delete  To delete a folder, click Delete.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration22Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAdd a Media FolderUse this screen to add a media folder.Media Folder Media FolderDisplay  Name  Create  a  name  for  the  folder.  This  will appear in the Database table on the Media Server screen.Partition  The name of the partition is displayed.Location  The location of the folder is displayed.New Folder  Create a  name  for  the  physical  location of the folder. Then click Create.Share  entire  Partition  Select  this  option  if  the  folder should include the entire partition.If you do not want to share the entire partition, then select the folder you do want to share. Current Folder  The current folder is displayed. Folder  Name  The  available  folders  are  listed  by  Folder Name.Enter into Folder  To display sub-folders, click this button.Select   Select a folder.Return to Upper Folder  To return to the previous folder, click this button.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes  to  clear  your  changes.  Click  Close  to  exit  the screen.On the Media Server screen, click Save Settings to apply your  changes,  or  click  Cancel  Changes  to  clear  your changes.Storage > FTP ServerThe  storage  options  are  available  when  a  USB  storage device is connected to the USB port of the Router. The  FTP  Server  tab  creates  an  FTP  server  that  can  be accessed from the Internet or your local network.Storage> FTP Server SetupServer Name  The  default server name  of the  Router is WRT610N. FTP Server  Select Enabled to use the Router as an FTP server. Otherwise, select Disabled. An external USB hard drive or USB disk must be connected to the USB port to use this service.Internet  Access  Select  Enabled  to  allow  access  of  the FTP server from the Internet. Otherwise, select Disabled to only allow local network access.FTP Port  Enter the FTP Port number to use. The default is 21. AccessThis section lets you add FTP folders that can be accessed through the FTP client.Specify  Folder  to  Access  To  add  an  FTP  folder  to  the Access  table,  click  this  button.  The  FTP  Folder  screen appears.  Proceed  to  Create  or  Edit  an  FTP  Folder, page 23.Summary  To view a list of FTP folders, click this option. For  each  FTP  folder,  the  Display  Name,  Partition,  and Folder location are displayed.The database table lists the FTP folders with the following information: Display Name, Partition, and Folder.Edit  To change the access settings of an FTP folder, click this option, and the FTP Folder screen appears. Proceed to Create or Edit an FTP Folder, page 23.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration23Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterDelete  To delete an FTP folder, click this option.Create or Edit an FTP FolderUse this screen to add an FTP folder.FTP Folder ScreenDisplay  Name  Create  a  name  for  the  folder.  Enter  a display name that will appear in the Access table of the FTP Server screen. Partition  The name of the partition is displayed.Location  The location of the folder is displayed.New Folder  Create a  name  for  the  physical  location of the folder. Then click Create.Share  entire  Partition  Select  this  option  if  the  folder should include the entire partition.If you do not want to share the entire partition, then select the folder you do want to share. Current Folder  The current folder is displayed. Folder  The available folders are listed by Folder name.Enter into Folder  To display sub-folders, click this button.Select   Select a folder.Return to Upper Folder  To return to the previous folder, click this button.AccessSpecify which  user groups  have read-and-write or  read-only access to the folder. (To create user groups, refer to Create or Edit a Group Account, page 24.)Available Groups  To allow a group access to the folder, select it, and then click the >> button.Groups with Access  To block a group from accessing the folder, select it, and then click the << button.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes  to  clear  your  changes.  Click  Close  to  exit  the screen.On the FTP Server screen, click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Storage > AdministrationThe Administration screen allows you to manage the user groups and  individual  users  who  can access  the shared folders.Storage > Administration InformationServer Name  The  default server name  of the  Router is WRT610N. Workgroup  Name  Enter  the  workgroup  name  for  the Router;  it  should  match  the  workgroup  name  of  the computers on your local network. The Router’s default is workgroup.Server  LAN  IP  Address  The  local  IP  address  of  the Router’s media and FTP server is displayed.Server  Internet  IP  Address  The  Internet  IP  address  of the Router’s FTP server is displayed.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration24Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterUser ManagementBy default the Router creates two users, admin and guest.The users are listed by User Name and Group.Create  New  User  To  create  a  new  user,  click  this button.  The  User  Account  screen  appears.  Proceed  to Create or Edit a User Account, page 24.Edit  To  change  the  settings  of  a  user  account,  click Edit,  and  the  User  Account  screen  appears.  Proceed  to Create or Edit a User Account, page 24.Delete  To delete a user, click this button.Group ManagementBy default the Router creates two user groups, admin and guest. The groups  are  listed by  Group  Name and  Access  level. There are two levels of access, r & w (read-and-write) and r (read-only).Create New Group  To create a new group of users, click this button. The Group Account screen appears. Proceed to Create or Edit a Group Account, page 24.Edit  To change the description or access rights of a group, click Edit, and the Group Account screen appears. Proceed to Create or Edit a Group Account, page 24.Delete  To delete a group, click this button.Create or Edit a User AccountUser AccountUser AccountUser Name  Create a name for the user.Full Name  Enter the actual name of the user.Description  Enter keywords to describe the user.Password  Enter the password that the user will use for loginConfirm Password  Enter the password again to confirm.Group Member  Select the appropriate user group.Account  Disabled  To  temporarily  disable  an  account, select this option.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel to clear your changes. Click Close to exit the screen.On  the  Administration  screen,  click  Save  Settings  to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Create or Edit a Group AccountGroup AccountGroup AccountGroup Name  Create a name for the group.Description  Enter keywords to describe the group.Access  Select the appropriate level of access, read and write or read only.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel to clear your changes. Click Close to exit the screen.On  the  Administration  screen,  click  Save  Settings  to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration25Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterAccess Restrictions > Internet AccessThe  Internet  Access  screen  allows  you  to  deny  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 clear your changes. To return to the Internet Access Policy screen, click Close. Status  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.1.  Select  a  number  from  the  Access  Policy  drop-down menu.2.  Enter a Policy Name in the field provided. 3.  To enable this policy, select Enabled.4.  Click 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 clear your changes. Then click Close. List of PCs5.  Select  the  appropriate  option,  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.6.  Decide  which  days  and  what  times  you  want  this policy 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.7.  You can  block  websites  with  specific URL  addresses. Enter each URL in a separate Website Blocking by URL Address field.8.  You can also block websites using specific keywords. Enter each keyword in a separate Website Blocking by Keyword field. 9.  You  can  filter  access  to  various  services  accessed over  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.10. If the application you want to block is not listed or you 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.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration26Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterTo 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.11. Click  Save  Settings  to  save  the  policy’s  settings,  or click Cancel Changes to clear the changes.Applications  and  Gaming  >  Single  Port ForwardingThe Single Port Forwarding  screen allows you to  customize port services for common applications.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; refer to DHCP Reservation, page 9).Applications and Gaming > Single Port ForwardingSingle Port ForwardingCommon applications are available for the first five entries. Application Name  Select the appropriate application.To  IP  Address  Enter  the  IP  address  of  the  server  that should receive these requests. Enabled  For each application, select Enabled to activate port forwarding.For additional applications, complete the following fields:Application Name  Enter the name you wish to give the application. Each name can have up to 12 characters.External  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(s) used for this application, TCP, UDP, or Both.To IP Address  For each application, enter the IP address of the computer that should receive the requests. If you assigned a static IP address to the computer, then you can look up its static IP address; refer to DHCP Reservation, page 9.Enabled  For each application, select Enabled to enable port forwarding.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear 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; refer to DHCP Reservation, page 9).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.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration27Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit RouterApplication  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(s) used for this application, TCP, UDP, or Both.To IP Address  For each application, enter the IP address of the  computer running  the specific application. If you assigned a static IP address to the computer, then you can look up its static IP address; refer to DHCP Reservation, page 9.Enabled  Select Enabled to enable port forwarding.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear 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.Triggered 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.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear 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 computer whose port is being forwarded should have its DHCP client function disabled and 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. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.

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