Technicolor Connected Home USA TG213 Wifi repeater User Manual
Technicolor Connected Home USA LLC Wifi repeater
User manual
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview ...................................................................... 4
1.1 Features ................................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Package Contents ................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Product Overview ................................................................................................. 5
1.3.1 Front Panel ............................................................................................ 5
1.3.2 Power Plug ............................................................................................ 6
1.3.3 How to Reset......................................................................................... 7
1.4 Modes ................................................................................................................... 8
1.4.1 Access Point........................................................................................... 8
1.4.2 Repeater ................................................................................................ 8
Chapter 2: Repeater Mode .......................................................................... 9
2.1 Setting as Repeater .............................................................................................. 9
2.2 Connecting Wireless Clients ............................................................................... 12
2.3 Modifying Extended Wi-Fi Settings ................................................................... 13
Chapter 3: AP Mode ................................................................................... 14
3.1 Using as Access Point ......................................................................................... 14
3.1.1 Connecting Wireless Devices .............................................................. 14
3.1.2 Wireless Settings of Your Device ....................................................... 16
3.2 Using as Station .................................................................................................. 17
3.2.1 Setting Your Device as AP Station ..................................................... 17
3.2.2 Connecting a Network ....................................................................... 19
Chapter 4: System Configuration .............................................................. 21
4.1 Login ................................................................................................................... 21
4.2 Using the Menu .................................................................................................. 22
4.3 Operation Menu ................................................................................................ 23
4.4 Network Menu ................................................................................................... 23
4.4.1 Lan Setting .......................................................................................... 23
4.4.2 IPV6 Setting ........................................................................................ 24
4.5 Wireless Menu .................................................................................................... 25
4.5.1 Repeater Mode ................................................................................... 25
4.5.2 AP Mode - Access Point ...................................................................... 28
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4.5.3 AP Mode – Station .............................................................................. 32
4.6 Administrator Menu .......................................................................................... 33
4.6.1 Management ...................................................................................... 33
4.6.2 Upload Firmware ................................................................................ 34
4.6.3 Settings Management ........................................................................ 35
4.6.4 Status ................................................................................................... 36
Appendix .................................................................................................. 37
A. Configure the Computer .................................................................................... 37
B. Wireless Considerations ..................................................................................... 39
C. Regulatory & Safety Information....................................................................... 40
D. Specifications ...................................................................................................... 43
Product Overview
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Chapter 1: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing Technicolor Power Wall Plug Repeater. You can use your
device as a Repeater to leverage your existing wireless network by repeating the
wireless network signal so that coverage range is extended. Or, use as an Access Point
to allow wireless clients to connect to a wired network. The various security features,
such as WPS, WPA2, and WPA protect your data and privacy online. The web-based
utility allows you to configure your Repeater easily.
1.1 Features
• Wireless AC gives high-speed wireless connectivity to devices
• Wireless 802.11n/g/b/a/ac backward compatibility
• Wireless speed of up to 750Mbps (300 2.4Ghz / 433 5Ghz)
• Dual-band connectivity for greater flexibility and reduced interference
• 1x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX port
• WPA2/WPA wireless encryption to keep wireless communication secure
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for secure setup with simple press of a button
• Web-based configuration tools and management via Web Browser
• Supports statistics information
• Supports Station/AP/Repeater mode
1.2 Package Contents
Check if the package contains the following items. If any item is missing or appears
damaged, contact your dealer.
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Power Plug
Note: Plug type may differ depending on the location
where the device is purchased
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1.3 Product Overview
1.3.1 Front Panel
1
2
4
5
3
No.
LED
Description
1
Power LED
Lights up when the device is powered on.
• Solid GREEN – Indicates the device is powered ON and
operating normally
• Flashing GREEN – Indicates Ethernet traffic in progress
• Solid RED – Indicates the device is powering ON or the
system is defective.
• Flashing RED – The device is in recovery mode or the
device has malfunctioned.
• Flashing ORANGE – Cannot connect or be assigned an IP
address from the router
• Off – The device is powered off.
Wireless LED
Lights up to indicate wireless connection.
• Solid GREEN – A wired connection is established.
• Flashing GREEN – Data transmission is in progress.
Link LED
Lights up to indicate link activity.
• Solid GREEN – Wireless link between the Repeater and
the AP is above -55dBm RSSI
• Solid ORANGE – Wireless link between the Repeater and
the AP is above -75dBm and
-55dBm RSSI
• Solid RED – Wireless link between the Repeater and the
AP is below -75dBm RSSI
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No.
LED
Description
2
Ethernet port
Connects a computer and other Ethernet network devices to
the Repeater using RJ-45 cables.
3
Power/ Mode
Switch
Use the switch to select:
• AP – AP mode
• Repeater – Repeater mode
• Off – Turn off the device
4
Reset button
Press and hold this button for at least 10 seconds to restore
your device to its original factory default setting.
5
WPS Button and
LED
Press and hold for at least 5 seconds to enable WPS. The LED
lights up to indicate:
• Flashing GREEN – WPS connection in progress
• Solid GREEN – WPS connection is established
• Flashing ORANGE – WPS connection failed
1.3.2 Power Plug
Slide the bundled power plug into your device. The plug
type that comes with your device may vary depending on
the location where the device is purchased.
In case there is a need to replace the plug, press the lock
button and slide the plug upwards to remove the plug
from the device.
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1.3.3 How to Reset
Use the Reset button in case there is a need to reset the device and restore the
factory default settings.
Using a pointed object, press and hold the Reset button for at least 5 seconds to reset
the device.
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1.4 Modes
Your device can be used as:
• Access Point
• Repeater
1.4.1 Access Point
Use the AP (Access Point) mode to connect your device to a wired network and allow
other clients to connect to the network wirelessly.
1.4.2 Repeater
Use the Repeater mode to extend the coverage range of an existing wireless network.
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Chapter 2: Repeater Mode
Use the Repeater mode to extend the coverage range of your existing wireless
network.
2.1 Setting as Repeater
1. Press the Power/Mode switch to Repeater.
2. Plug your device to a power outlet.
3. Connect by WPS: The easiest way to setup your device in Repeater mode is to
connect to a router or access point using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). This
feature is used only if the WPS pairing process is available on the router or
access point. Otherwise, skip to step 4.
a. Press the WPS ( ) button on your wireless router or
access point.
b. Push the WPS button on your Repeater device.
The WPS LED will blink green while pairing is in
progress. When pairing is successful, the WPS LED
turns solid green.
c. After pairing, skip to “Connecting Wireless Clients” on page 12 to start
connecting wireless clients to your device.
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4. On your PC, search for available wireless networks.
The default SSID of your device is
“TCHREP2.4G958CD8” (2.4Ghz) or
“TCHREP5G958CD8” (5Ghz).
By default, the password is empty.
5. Once connected, open a web browser and type the default IP address of your
device http://192.168.0.50 on the URL address bar. The Login page appears.
NOTE:
• If you cannot connect to the web
configuration page, make sure your PC
belongs to the same network segment as
your device.
The easiest way to do this is to set the
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties of
your PC to automatic. If not, configure it
accordingly.
See “Configure the Computer” on page 37
for more information.
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6. Type the Username “admin” and leave the Password empty.
NOTE:
• The default user name is “admin” and password is an empty field. It is
advised to change the password see “Management” on page 33.
7. Once logged in, the Wi-Fi Settings screen appears. If you know the SSID of the
wireless network, type it on the SSID box and fill in the Authentication Type
and Password (if any). Otherwise, skip to step 3.
TIP:
• By default, the extended wireless network names (SSIDs) of your device are:
“TCHREP2.4G958CD8” (2.4Ghz) or “TCHREP5G958CD8” (5Ghz). It is
recommended to modify these SSIDs or set the security settings of these
SSIDs from the Extended Wi-Fi Setting page before connecting to the
wireless network you wish to extend. See “Extended Wi-Fi Setting” on page
26 for more information.
8. To scan for the wireless network to extend, click Site Survey. A list of available
networks is shown.
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9. Click the Select button of the network, and click Connect. The screen will
revert back to previous page.
10. Enter the Authentication Type and Password (if any), then click Apply. The
device will reboot and establish your connection.
NOTE:
• Once your device is connected to the router, it will be assigned a new IP
address based on the router DHCP settings. See your router documentation
to determine the new IP address of your device. This address will be used to
access the web configuration page of your device, if needed.
2.2 Connecting Wireless Clients
To connect wireless devices, open the wireless utility on your wireless device and
select the default SSID of your device is “TCHREP2.4G958CD8” (2.4Ghz) or
“TCHREP5G958CD8” (5Ghz). By default, the password is empty.
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2.3 Modifying Extended Wi-Fi
Settings
Login to the web configuration page. The Wi-Fi Settings screen appears.
To access other wireless settings, click the menu on the left panel:
• Wi-Fi Settings – Allows you to connect to a router/network and extend its signal
to allow wireless clients to connect to the network via your device. See “Wi-Fi
Settings” on page 25 for more information.
• Extended Wi-Fi Setting – Allows you to modify the default SSIDs assigned to your
device and configure its authentication and password settings to protect it from
unauthorized access. See “Extended Wi-Fi Setting” on page 26 for more
information.
• Wireless Client – Allows you to view the wireless clients connected to your device.
See “Wireless Client” on page 27 for more information.
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Chapter 3: AP Mode
The AP mode of your device can be further configured as: Access Point or Station.
As an Access Point, you can use your device to connect to a wired network and allow
other clients to connect to the network wirelessly.
You can also use your device as a Station, wherein you can connect your device to a
non-wireless client via RJ-45 and allow other clients to connect to that client through
your device wirelessly.
3.1 Using as Access Point
3.1.1 Connecting Wireless Devices
1. Press the Power/Mode switch to AP.
2. Plug your device to a power outlet.
Below is a sample wireless connection illustration.
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3. Open the wireless utility of the PC and select the
wireless network name (SSID) of your deivce:
“TCHREP2.4G958CDB” (for 2.4Ghz band) or
“TCHREP5G958CDB” (for 5Ghz band). Click Connect.
4. Open a web browser and type the default IP address of your device
http://192.168.0.50 on the URL address bar. The Login page appears.
NOTE:
• If you cannot connect to the web
configuration page, make sure your PC
belongs to the same network segment as
your device.
The easiest way to do this is to set the
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties of
your PC to automatic. If not, configure it
accordingly.
See “Configure the Computer” on page 37
for more information.
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5. Type the Username “admin” and leave the Password empty.
NOTE:
• The default user name is “admin” and password is an empty field. It is
advised to change the password, see “Management” on page 33.
3.1.2 Wireless Settings of Your Device
Once logged in, the Wireless Basic page appears. This page allows you to configure
the basic wireless settings.
To access other wireless settings, click the menu on the left panel:
• Basic – Allows you to modify the SSID and select the channel, 802.11 mode, and
channel width of both the 2.4Ghz and 5.0Ghz band network. See “Basic” on page
28 for more information.
• Security – Allows you to configure the authentication and password settings of
your device to protect it from unauthorized access. See “Security” on page 29 for
more information.
• WiFi Protected Setup – Allows you to enable/disable the WPS function of your
device and allow wireless clients to connect to your device using the Push Button
(PBC). See “Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on page 30 for more information.
• Wireless Client – Allows you to view the wireless clients connected to your device.
See “Wireless Client” on page 31 for more information.
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3.2 Using as Station
3.2.1 Setting Your Device as AP Station
1. Press the Power/Mode switch to AP.
2. Connect your device to a computer using an RJ-45 cable.
3. Plug your device to a power outlet.
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4. The default IP address of your device is 192.168.0.50. Make sure your PC
belongs to the same network segment as your device.
The easiest way to do this is to set the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties of
your PC to automatic. If not, configure it accordingly. See “Configure the
Computer” on page 37 for more information.
5. Open a web browser and type http://192.168.0.50 on the URL address bar. The
Login page appears.
6. Type the Username “admin” and leave the Password empty.
Once logged in, the Operation screen appears.
NOTE:
• The default user name is “admin” and password is an empty field. It is
advised to change the password, see “Management” on page 33.
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3.2.2 Connecting a Network
After setting your device as an AP Station, now you can connect to a wireless router.
1. Click the Wireless from the left panel menu.
2. If you know the SSID of the wireless network, type it on the SSID box and fill in
the Authentication Type and Password (if any). Otherwise, skip to step 3.
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3. To scan for a wireless network in range, click Site Survey. A list of available
networks is shown.
4. Click the Select button of the network, and click Connect. The screen will
revert back to previous page.
5. Enter the Authentication Type and Password (if any), then click Apply. The
device will reboot and establish your connection.
NOTE:
• Once your device is connected to the router, it will be assigned a new IP
address based on the router DHCP settings. See your router documentation
to determine the new IP address of your device. This address will be used to
access the web configuration page of your device, if needed.
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Chapter 4:
System Configuration
Use the Web Configurations utility to configure your Repeater.
4.1 Login
1. On your PC, launch the web browser.
2. On the address bar, type the default IP address http://192.168.0.50 then press
Enter. The Login screen appears.
3. Type the Username “admin” and leave the Password empty.
Once logged in, the Operation screen appears.
NOTE:
• The default user name is “admin” and password is an empty field. It is
advised to change the password, see “Management” on page 33.
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4.2 Using the Menu
Click a menu from the left panel to access the functions of your Repeater.
The following menu items are available:
• Operation — Allows you to select the device mode: Access Point or Station.
• Network — Allows you to configure the LAN and IPV6 settings.
• Wireless — Allows you to remotely configure the wireless settings.
• Administrator — Allows you to configure more advanced functions, such as
managing the admin and user passwords, setting of device name, upgrading the
firmware, restoring configuration settings, and others.
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4.3 Operation Menu
The Operation menu is available only when the Power / Mode switch is set to AP
mode. Select Access Point or Station, then click Apply.
4.4 Network Menu
The Network menu allows you to manually configure the LAN and IPV6 settings of
your device.
4.4.1 Lan Setting
This page allows you manually configure the LAN connection of your device.
Properties
Description
Connection Type
Select the connection type:
•
Static IP
: Select to assign a specific IP address to your
device. If Static IP is selected, the following properties
must be configured:
IP Address
,
Subnet Mask
,
Gateway
,
DNS 1
, and
DNS 2
.
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Properties
Description
NOTE: Ask your network service provider for these
information.
•
DHCP Client
: Select to allow the router to assign a
dynamic IP address to your device.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
4.4.2 IPV6 Setting
This page allows you to configure the IPV6 settings of your device.
Properties
Description
My IPv6 Connection is
Select IPv6 connection:
•
Link-local only
: Select to link to local network only when
IPv6 address is used. If selected, the IPv6 local address is
shown.
•
Static IPv6
: Select to manually configure the IPv6 settings
of your device. If
Static IPv6
is selected, the following
properties must be configured:
IPv6 Address
,
Subnet
Prefix Length
,
Default
Gateway
,
Primary
DNS Server
, and
Secondary
DNS Server
.
•
Autoconfiguration
: Select to allow the router to assign
the IPv6 address to your device and automatically or
manually assign the IPv6 DNS servers.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
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4.5 Wireless Menu
The Wireless menu varies depending on the selected mode.
4.5.1 Repeater Mode
Wi-Fi Settings
The Wi-Fi Settings page allows you to connect to a router/network and extend its
signal to allow wireless clients to connect to the network via your device.
Properties
Description
Wireless Mode
Click Site Survey to search for the wireless network you wish
to extend. The list of available network appears, select and
click
Connect
.
SSID
Displays the SSID of the wireless network selected from
Site
Survey
or the last connected network.
Authentication Type
Select the authentication type needed to connect to the
wireless network.
•
Disable
: Select if authentication is not required to
connect to the wireless network.
•
WEP
: Select if the network uses the WEP security setting.
Select
WEP
,
Mode
, and
WEP Key
, and then type the
Key
on the allotted box.
• WPA/WPA-2Personal: Select if the network uses the
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Properties
Description
WPA/WPA-2 security setting. Then, type the Passphrase
on the allotted boxes.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
Extended Wi-Fi Setting
The Extended Wi-Fi Setting menu allows you to modify the default SSIDs assigned to
your device and configure its authentication and password settings to protect it from
unauthorized access.
Properties
Description
2.4g Extended
Wi-Fi Setting
If you wish to modify the default SSID assigned to the
2.4Ghz band, type the preferred network name on this box.
2.4g Wi-Fi
Security Mode
To prevent unauthorized access to the network, select and
configure the authentication type for your device.
•
Disable
: Select if you will not require authentication to
connect to the wireless network.
•
WEP
: Select if you wish to use the WEP security for
authentication. Select
WEP
,
Mode
, and
WEP Key
, and
then type the
Key
on the allotted box. Connecting
devices must enter the correct WEP key to establish
connection.
•
WPA/WPA
-
2Personal
: Select if you wish to use the
WPA/WPA-2 security for authentication. Then, type the
Passphrase on the allotted boxes. Connecting devices
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Properties
Description
must enter the correct WPA/WPA-2 passphrase to
establish connection.
5g Extended
Wi-Fi Setting
If you wish to modify the default SSID assigned to the 5Ghz
band, type the preferred network name on this box.
5g Wi-Fi
Security Mode
To prevent unauthorized access to the network, select and
configure the authentication type for your device.
•
Disable
: Select if you will not require authentication to
connect to the wireless network.
•
WEP
: Select if you wish to use the WEP security for
authentication. Select
WEP
,
Mode
, and
WEP Key
, and
then type the
Key
on the allotted box. Connecting
devices must enter the correct WEP key to establish
connection.
•
WPA/WPA
-
2Personal
: Select if you wish to use the
WPA/WPA-2 security for authentication. Then, type the
Passphrase
on the allotted boxes. Connecting devices
must enter the correct WPA/WPA-2 passphrase to
establish connection.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
Wireless Client
This page allows you to view the wireless clients connected to your device.
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4.5.2 AP Mode - Access Point
Basic
The Basic page allows you to configure the basic wireless settings.
Properties
Description
2.4g Basic
SSID
If you wish to modify the default SSID assigned to the
2.4Ghz band, type the preferred network name on this box.
AutoChannel
Check the box to select auto channel option.
Channel
If
AutoChannel
is not selected, you may select the
Channel
from this box.
802.11 Mode
Limit the type of wireless clients that can connect to your
device by selecting the 802.11 protocol.
Channel Width
Select the channel width.
5g Basic
SSID
If you wish to modify the default SSID assigned to the 5Ghz
band, type the preferred network name on this box.
AutoChannel
Check the box to select auto channel option.
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Properties
Description
Channel
If AutoChannel is not selected, you may select the Channel
from this box.
802.11 Mode
Limit the type of wireless clients that can connect to your
device by selecting the 802.11 protocol.
Channel Width
Select the channel width.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
Security
The Security page allows you to configure the authentication and password settings
of your device to protect it from unauthorized access.
Properties
Description
2.4g Security
Authentication Type
To protect your device from unauthorized access, select and
configure the authentication type that connecting devices
must use to connect to the 2.4Ghz band.
•
Disable
: Select if you will not require authentication to
connect to your device.
•
WEP
: Select if you wish to use the WEP security for
authentication. Select
WEP
,
Mode
, and
WEP Key
, and
then type the
Key
on the allotted box. Connecting
devices must enter the correct WEP key to establish
connection.
•
WPA/WPA
-
2Personal
: Select if you wish to use the
WPA/WPA-2 security for authentication. Then, type the
Passphrase
on the allotted boxes. Connecting devices
must enter the correct WPA/WPA-2 passphrase to
establish connection.
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Properties
Description
5g Security
Authentication Type
To protect your device from unauthorized access, select and
configure the authentication type that connecting devices
must use to connect to the 2.4Ghz band.
•
Disable
: Select if you will not require authentication to
connect to your device.
•
WEP
: Select if you wish to use the WEP security for
authentication. Select
WEP
,
Mode
, and
WEP Key
, and
then type the
Key
on the allotted box. Connecting
devices must enter the correct WEP key to establish
connection.
•
WPA/WPA
-
2Personal
: Select if you wish to use the
WPA/WPA-2 security for authentication. Then, type the
Passphrase
on the allotted boxes. Connecting devices
must enter the correct WPA/WPA-2 passphrase to
establish connection.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup page allows you to enable/disable the WPS function of
your device and allow wireless clients to connect to your device using the Push
Button (PBC).
Properties
Description
WPS Configuration
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) allows wireless clients to
connect to your device by pressing the WPS button on your
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Properties
Description
device and the WPS button on the connecting device. Once
connected, the wireless connection settings, such as SSID,
password, etc., are automatically sync on both devices.
Select
Enable
to enable WPS function or
Disable
to disable
the function, then click
Apply
.
PushButton
Configuration (PBC)
Instead of pressing the WPS button on your device
physically, you may click
Start PBC
to activate the WPS
function of your device and start pairing with a wireless
client.
Wireless Client
The Wireless Client page allows you to view the wireless clients connected to your
device.
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4.5.3 AP Mode – Station
The AP-Station mode is used when a client device, for example a PC, has no wireless
function but wish to connect to a wireless network. Connect the PC to your device
using an RJ-45 cable and access the web configuration page of your device.
The Wireless Settings page on AP - Station mode allows your PC to connect to a
wireless network.
Properties
Description
Wireless Mode
Click Site Survey to search for the wireless network you wish
to connect to. The list of available network appears, select
and click
Connect
.
SSID
Displays the SSID of the wireless network selected from Site
Survey
or the last connected network. If you know the SSID
of the wireless network that you want to connect to, you
can also directly type it on this box.
Authentication Type
Select the authentication type needed to connect to the
wireless network.
•
Disable
: Select if authentication is not required to
connect to the wireless network.
•
WEP
: Select if the network uses the WEP security setting.
Select
WEP
,
Mode
, and
WEP Key
, and then type the
Key
on the allotted box.
•
WPA/WPA
-
2Personal
: Select if the network uses the
WPA/WPA-2 security setting. Then, type the
Passphrase
on the allotted boxes.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
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4.6 Administrator Menu
The Administrator menu allows you to configure more advanced functions, such as
managing the admin and user passwords, setting of device name, upgrading the
firmware, restoring configuration settings, and others.
4.6.1 Management
The Management page allows you to set the administrator and user password and
configure the device name setting.
Properties
Description
Administrator
There is only one administrator account for your device. The
administrator account has all the rights to modify all o the
device settings. The default name is “admin”. The
administrator account name cannot be modified. By default,
the administrator account’s password is blank.
New Password
Type a password to access the administrator account.
Confirm Password
Re-type the administrator account password to confirm.
User
There is only one user account for your device. The user
account can only view the device settings, modification of
any setting is not allowed. The default name is “user”. The
administrator account name cannot be modified. By default,
the user account’s password is blank.
New Password
Type a password to access the user account.
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Properties
Description
Confirm Password
Re-type the user account password to confirm.
Device Name Settings
Host Name
Type the preferred name for your device.
After modifying any of the above properties, click Apply to save and apply changes.
4.6.2 Upload Firmware
The Upload Firmware page allows you to upgrade the firmware of your device.
1. Download the latest firmware from the website and save it to your PC.
2. On the Upload Firmware page, click Browse and select the firmware.
3. Click Upload to start the upgrade.
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4.6.3 Settings Management
Properties
Description
Save Configuration
Settings
To save the current device configuration settings, click
Save
.
Restore Configuration
Settings
Use this setting to restore a previously saved configuration
settings. Click
Browse
to browse for the saved configuration
file and click
Load
to start the restoration process.
Restore Factory
Default Settings
Click Restore to restore the device to its default factory
settings.
System Reboot
Click
Restart
to reboot the device.
Home Network
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4.6.4 Status
The Status page allows you to view all the device information.
Configure the Computer
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Appendix
A. Configure the Computer
This chapter will guide you on how to configure your computer according to the
operating system you are using.
Windows XP, see below.
Windows Vista, see page 16.
Windows 7, see page 16.
Windows XP
If you are using Windows XP, follow the instructions below to configure your
computer.
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network
Connections.
2. Right-click Local Area Connection, then click
Properties.
3. On the network components list, make sure
that
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
is checked. If
not, check it to enable the
Properties
button.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then
click Properties.
5. On the General tab, select Obtain an IP
Address automatically and Obtain DNS
server address automatically.
6. Click
OK
.
General Page
Configure the Computer
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Windows Vista
If you are using Windows Vista, follow the instructions below to configure your
computer.
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and
Internet Connections > Network
Connections.
2. Right-click Local Area Connection, then click
Properties.
3. On the General tab, make sure that
Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP)
is checked. If not, check it
to enable the
Properties
button.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then
click Properties.
5. Select Obtain an IP Address automatically
and Obtain DNS server address
automatically.
6. Click
OK
.
General Page
Windows 7
If you are using Windows 7, follow the instructions below to configure your
computer.
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network &
Sharing Center.
2. Click Local Area Connection.
3. Click Properties.
4. On the network components list, make sure
that
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
is checked. If
not, check it to enable the
Properties
button.
5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then
click Properties.
6. On the General tab, select Obtain an IP
Address automatically and Obtain DNS
server address automatically.
7. Click
OK
.
General Page
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B. Wireless Considerations
Connection Performance
A number of factors affect wireless connections. To ensure high-range and stable
connectivity, do the following:
1. Keep the Repeater and other wireless devices away from obstructions, such as
walls or buildings. Each obstruction can reduce the range of a wireless device.
2. Keep the Repeater and other wireless devices away from devices that produce
radio frequency (RF) noise, such as microwave ovens or radios.
3. Keep the Repeater and other wireless devices away from any device operating
on the 2.4GHz frequency, such as cordless phones or remote controls.
Security Checklist
Wireless network signals can be intercepted easily. To prevent unauthorized users
from connecting to your wireless network, follow the guidelines below.
1. Change the default wireless network name.
Your device has a default Service Set Identifier (SSID) which is the wireless
network name. Change the SSID with a unique name to identify your network.
The SSID can be up to 32 characters in length.
2. Change the default password.
Your device has a default password. You have to enter this password to
change your network settings. Change the password to prevent unauthorized
users from hacking into your network and changing the settings.
3. Enable MAC address filtering.
Your device supports Media Access Control (MAC) address filtering. You can
assign a MAC address on each computer that you want to connect to your
wireless network. When MAC address filtering is enabled, only the computers
with the specified MAC addresses are allowed access.
4. Enable encryption
Your device supports Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), and Wi-Fi Protected
Access (WAP/WPA2) encryption. To ensure a high level of security, enable the
highest security encryption and use strong passphrases, avoid using words that
can be found in the dictionary.
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C. Regulatory & Safety Information
Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization
Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The
energy levels of these emissions however are far much less than the electromagnetic
energy emissions from wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Wireless LAN
devices are safe for use frequency safety standards and recommendations. The use of
Wireless LAN devices may be restricted in some situations or environments for
example:
Onboard airplanes, or
In an explosive environment, or
In case the interference risk to other devices or services is perceived or identified as
harmful
In case the policy regarding the use of Wireless LAN devices in specific organizations
or environments (e.g. airports, hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial plants, private
buildings etc.) is not clear, please ask for authorization to use these devices prior to
operating the equipment.
Disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the
instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any
changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The
Manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of this device, of the substitution or attachment.
Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for
any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply
with these guidelines.
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that my
cause undesired operation of this device.
Operation of this device is restricted to indoor use only.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are
country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the
intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
RF Exposure Notice:
To comply with FCC/IC RF Exposure Limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment,
the product must be installed and operated with a minimum separation distance
(between nearby person(s) and radiating antenna) according to the following
scenarios:
1. 20cm minimum when the product is operated alone without co-transmitting
with a plug-in 3G USB dongle device.
2. 45cm minimum when the product is operated with a plug-in 3G USB device
which has a maximum of 7W ERP output power.
3. For co-transmission scenario which is not covered above, please consult the RF
technician or device supplier.
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CE statement
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of
conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
EN60950-1: 2006
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
EN 50385: 2002
Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of radio base stations and fixed
terminal stations for wireless telecommunication systems with the basic restrictions or
the reference levels related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic
fields (110MHz - 40 GHz) - General public
EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband
transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM
band and using wide band modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential
requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive
EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common
technical requirements
EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 (2009-05)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment; Part 17: Specific conditions for
Broadband Data Transmission Systems.
This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use
in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where
restrictive use applies.
In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in
order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links
and/or for supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.
This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some
areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of
2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the
national spectrum authority in France.
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D. Specifications
Interface
•
LAN: 1 x 10/100Mpbs Auto-MDIX Ethernet port
• Reset Button
• WPS Button
•
On/Off Switch
LEDs
•
Power LED
• Wireless LED
• Link LED
• WPS LED
Standards
IEEE 802.11ac/n/g/b/a
Transmission
Rate
•
802.11a: up to 54Mpbs
• 802.11b: up to 11Mpbs
• 802.11g: up to 54Mpbs
• 802.11n: up to 300Mpbs (for 2.4GHz)
• 802.11n: up to 150Mpbs (for 5GHz)
• 802.11ac: up to 433Mpbs
Receiver
Sensitivity
•
11ac VHT80 MCS9: Typical - 51dBm @ 10% PER
• 11a/n HT40 MCS7: Typical - 61dBm @ 10% PER
• 11a/n HT20 MCS7: Typical - 64dBm @ 10% PER
• 11a/g 54Mbps: Typical - 65dBm @ 10% PER
•
11b 11Mbps: Typical - 83dBm @ 8% PER
Wireless LAN
Frequency Range
•
5GHz: FCC 5.180 – 5.240 + 5.745 – 5.825, ETSI: 5.180 – 5.725
GHz
•
2.4GHz: FCC: 2.412 – 2.462, ETSI:2.412 – 2.472 GHz
Modulation
Schemes
• DBPSK/DQPSK/CCK for DSSS technique
• BPSK/QPSK/16-QAM/64-QAM/256-QAM for OFDM technique
Media Access
Protocol
• CSMA/CA with ACK
Transmit Power
2.4G Mode
• FCC:20dBm,ETSI:16.5dBm (max) @ 802.11b
• FCC:20dBm,ETSI:16.5dBm (max) @ 802.11g
• FCC:20dBm,ETSI:13.5dBm (max) @ 802.11n HT20
• FCC:17dBm,ETSI:13.5dBm (max) @ 802.11n HT40
5G Mode
• FCC:20dBm,ETSI:18dBm (max) @ 802.11a
• FCC:20dBm,ETSI:18dBm (max) @ 802.11n HT20 / 802.11ac
VHT20
• FCC:18dBm,ETSI:18dBm (max) @ 802.11n HT40 / 802.11ac
VHT40
• FCC:14dBm,ETSI:14dBm (max) @ 802.11ac VHT80
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Antenna Type
• 2.4G 2dBi Single Band PIFA antenna x 1
• 2.4G & 5G 3dBi Dual Band PIFA antenna x 1
Protocol
TCP/IP
Network
Management
Web base configuration utility via Ethernet
Channel
2.4Ghz
• Channel 1 ~ 11(FCC)
• Channel 1 ~ 13(ETSI)
5Ghz
• Channel 36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161 and 165(FCC)
• Channel 36, 40, 44, 48(ETSI)
Security
• 64/128-bits WEP Encryption
• WPA, WPA2
• WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
• MAC address filtering
Range Coverage
• Indoor: Up to 100 meters (depends on environment)
• Outdoor: Up to 300 meters (depends on environment)
Power
Power Input: AC 100~240V
Max. Power Consumption: 3.2W (Full load)
Temperature
Operating: 0°C ~ 40° C
Storage: -10°c ~ 70°C
Humidity
Operating: 10% ~ 95%, RH, no condensation
Dimensions
87 x 56 x 47 mm (plug excluded)
