EDIMAX Router BR-6208AC User Manual

User Manual for EDIMAX models including: Router, BR-6208AC

Joey Su

BR-6208AC User Manual

Manual configuration is only recommended for advanced users. 2. Connect the blue Internet port of your BR-6208AC to the LAN port of your modem using an Ethernet cable, and then click “Next”. 9 3. Please wait a moment while the BR-6208AC tests the connection. 4.

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CONTENTS

I. Product Information.............................................................................. 1

I-1.

Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1

I-2.

LED Status ......................................................................................................................2

I-3.

Back Panel......................................................................................................................3

I-4.

Safety Information.........................................................................................................4

II. Installation............................................................................................ 5

II-1.

Wi-Fi Router Mode ........................................................................................................8

II-2.

Access Point Mode.......................................................................................................13

II-3.

Range Extender Mode .................................................................................................18

II-4.

Wireless Bridge Mode..................................................................................................25

II-4.

Wireless Bridge Mode..................................................................................................25

II-5.

WISP Mode ..................................................................................................................31

II-6.

WPS Setup....................................................................................................................39

II-7.

Reset to Factory Default Settings ................................................................................39

III. Browser Based Configuration Interface.................................................40

III-1. III-2. III-3. III-3-1. III-3-2. III-3-3. III-3-3-1. III-3-3-1-1. III-3-3-1-2. III-3-3-1-3. III-3-3-1-4. III-3-3-1-5. III-3-3-2. III-3-4. III-3-5. III-3-5-1. III-3-5-1-1. III-3-5-1-2. III-3-5-1-3. III-3-5-1-4. III-3-5-2.

Login ............................................................................................................................. 40 Save Settings................................................................................................................42 Main Menu ..................................................................................................................43 Status ...........................................................................................................................44 Setup Wizard................................................................................................................45 Internet/WISP ..............................................................................................................47 WAN Setup...................................................................................................................48 Dynamic IP ...................................................................................................................48 Static IP ........................................................................................................................49 PPPoE ...........................................................................................................................51 PPTP .............................................................................................................................53 L2TP .............................................................................................................................. 55 DDNS ............................................................................................................................57 LAN ............................................................................................................................... 59 2.4GHz Wireless & 5GHz Wireless...............................................................................62 Basic .............................................................................................................................62 Disable .........................................................................................................................66 WEP .............................................................................................................................. 67 WPA Pre-Shared Key....................................................................................................68 WPA Radius..................................................................................................................69 Guest/ Multiple SSID....................................................................................................70

III-3-5-3. III-3-5-4. III-3-5-5. III-3-6. III-3-6-1. III-3-6-2. III-3-6-3. III-3-6-4. III-3-7. III-3-7-1. III-3-7-2. III-3-8. III-3-8-1. III-3-8-2. III-3-8-3. III-3-8-4. II-3-8-5. III-3-8-6. III-3-8-7. III-3-9. III-3-9-1. III-3-9-2. III-3-9-3. III-3-9-4. III-3-9-5. III-3-9-6. III-3-9-7. III-3-9-8. III-3-9-9.

WPS ..............................................................................................................................73 Access Control .............................................................................................................74 Schedule ....................................................................................................................... 76 Firewall ......................................................................................................................... 78 URL Blocking ................................................................................................................78 Access Control .............................................................................................................80 DMZ..............................................................................................................................84 DoS ...............................................................................................................................85 QoS ............................................................................................................................... 87 QoS ............................................................................................................................... 87 iQoS .............................................................................................................................. 90 Advanced .....................................................................................................................92 Static Routing...............................................................................................................92 Port Forwarding ...........................................................................................................93 Virtual Server ...............................................................................................................95 2.4GHz Wireless...........................................................................................................96 5GHz Wireless..............................................................................................................97 IGMP ..........................................................................................................................100 UPnP...........................................................................................................................101 Administration ...........................................................................................................102 Time Zone ..................................................................................................................102 Password ....................................................................................................................103 Remote Access ...........................................................................................................104 Backup/Restore .........................................................................................................105 Upgrade .....................................................................................................................105 Restart ........................................................................................................................106 Logs ............................................................................................................................106 Active DHCP Client .....................................................................................................107 Statistics .....................................................................................................................107

IV. Appendix ...........................................................................................108

IV-1. IV-1-1. IV-1-1-1. IV-1-1-2. IV-1-1-3. IV-1-1-4. IV-1-1-5. IV-1-2. IV-1-2-1. IV-1-2-2. IV-1-2-3.

Configuring your IP address.......................................................................................108 How to check that your computer uses a dynamic IP address .................................109 Windows XP ...............................................................................................................109 Windows Vista ...........................................................................................................111 Windows 7 .................................................................................................................113 Windows 8 .................................................................................................................116 Mac OS .......................................................................................................................120 How to modify the IP address of your computer ......................................................122 Windows XP ...............................................................................................................122 Windows Vista ...........................................................................................................124 Windows 7 .................................................................................................................125

IV-1-2-4. IV-1-2-5. IV-1-3. IV-1-3-1. IV-1-3-2. IV-1-4. IV-1-4-1. IV-1-4-2. IV-1-4-3. IV-2. IV-3.

Windows 8 .................................................................................................................128 Mac ............................................................................................................................132 How to Find Your Network Security Key ...................................................................135 Windows 7 & Vista.....................................................................................................135 Mac ............................................................................................................................137 How to Find Your Router's IP Address.......................................................................140 Windows XP, Vista & 7...............................................................................................140 Windows 8 .................................................................................................................142 Mac ............................................................................................................................145 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network ..................................................................................147 Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................149

V. Glossary .............................................................................................155

I. Product Information
I-1. Package Contents Before you start using this product, please check if there is anything missing in the package, and contact your dealer to claim the missing item(s):

BR-6208AC

CD-ROM

Ethernet Cable

Quick Installation Guide Power Adapter

I-2. LED Status

LED

Color LED Status Description

Power

On White
Off

BR-6208AC is on. BR-6208AC is off.

Internet

On Blue
Flashing

2.4GHz Wi-Fi 5GHz Wi-Fi

On Blue Flashing
Off
On Blue
Flashing Off

Internet connection is ready. Factory default state, or Ethernet cable not connected, or no Internet connection. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi wireless activity (transferring/receiving data). 2.4GHz WPS is active. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi not active.
5GHz Wi-Fi wireless activity (transferring/receiving data).
5GHz WPS is active. 5GHz Wi-Fi not active.

I-3. Back Panel
Antenna x 3

Reset/WPS Button

Wireless Radio ON/OFF Switch

LAN Ports 14

Internet/WAN Port

Power Port

I-4. Safety Information In order to ensure the safe operation of the device and its users, please read and act in accordance with the following safety instructions. 1. The device is designed for indoor use only; do not place it outdoors. 2. Do not place the device in or near hot/humid places, such as a kitchen or
bathroom. 3. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from the
BR-6208AC. 4. Handle the device with care. Accidental damage will void the warranty of
the device. 5. The device contains small parts which are a danger to small children under
3 years old. Please keep the device out of reach of children. 6. Do not place the device on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials. The
device may become hot during use. 7. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device. If you experience
problems with the device, please contact your dealer of purchase and ask for help. 8. The device is an electrical device and as such, if it becomes wet for any reason, do not attempt to touch it without switching the power supply off. Contact an experienced electrical technician for further help.
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II. Installation
1. Plug the included power adapter into the device's DC power port and the
other end into an electrical socket.
2. Ensure that the Wi-Fi On/Off switch is set to on and that three LEDs
(power, 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi) display on.
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3. Use a Wi-Fi device (e.g. computer, tablet, smartphone) to search for a
Wi-Fi network with the SSID "edimax.setup" and connect to it. iOS 4 or Android 4 and above are required for setup on a smartphone or tablet.
4. Open a web browser and if you do not automatically arrive at the "Get
Started" screen shown below, enter the URL http://edimax.setup and click "Get Started" to begin the setup process.
If you cannot access http://edimax.setup, please make sure your Wi-Fi device is set to use a dynamic IP address. This is a simple procedure and step-by-step instructions to do this on a computer can be found in IV Appendix.
5. Choose if you want to use your BR-6208AC in its default Wi-Fi router
mode or in a different mode.
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The BR-6208AC's five available modes are outlined below:

Wi-Fi Router Mode

The device connects to your modem and provides 2.4GHz and/or 5GHz Internet (wireless and Ethernet) access for your network devices.

Access Point Mode

The device connects to an existing router via Ethernet cable and provides 2.4GHz and/or 5GHz Internet (wireless and Ethernet) access for your network devices.

Range Extender Mode

The device connects wirelessly to your existing 2.4GHz and/or 5GHz network and repeats the wireless signal(s).

Wireless Bridge Mode The device connects to a network device for example: TV, gaming console, or media player via Ethernet cable and acts as a wireless receiver, allowing the network device to join your Wi-Fi network.

WISP Mode

The device connects wirelessly to your Wireless Internet Service Provider and provides 2.4GHz and/or 5GHz Internet (wireless and Ethernet) access for your network devices.

6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup. For more
information, please refer to the appropriate following chapter:

II-1. Wi-Fi Router Mode
1. Select whether to use the iQ Setup wizard (recommended) to detect your
Internet connection type, or enter the settings manually. Manual configuration is only recommended for advanced users.
2. Connect the blue Internet port of your BR-6208AC to the LAN port of your
modem using an Ethernet cable, and then click "Next".
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3. Please wait a moment while the BR-6208AC tests the connection.
4. Click "Next" to continue and configure the device's wireless network.
5. Enter a name and password for your 2.4GHz & 5GHz wireless networks,
then click "Next" to continue.
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6. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Check that all of the details are correct and then click "Next" to proceed.
If you wish to backup the device's settings, click "Backup this configuration" to open a new window and save your current configuration to a .txt file.
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7. Please wait while the BR-6208AC applies your settings.
8. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. You can
now connect to the device's new SSID(s) which are shown on the screen then close the browser window.
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9. The BR-6208AC is working and ready for use. Refer to IV-2. Connecting to
a Wi-Fi network if you require more guidance.
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II-2. Access Point Mode
1. Select "Access Point" from the top menu and click "Next".
2. Connect the yellow LAN port of your BR-6208AC to the LAN port of your
existing router using an Ethernet cable, then click "Next".
3. Select whether to use the 5GHz wireless frequency, 2.4GHz wireless
frequency or both. If you are not sure, select both.
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4. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP
address" for your BR-6208AC. If you are using a static IP, enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. Click "Next" to proceed to the next step.
"Obtain an IP address automatically" is the recommended setting for most users. For more guidance on static IP addresses, please refer to IV-1. Configuring your IP address.
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5. Enter a name and password for your 2.4GHz & 5GHz wireless networks,
then click "Next" to continue.
6. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Check that all of the details are correct and then click "Next" to proceed.
If you wish to backup the device's settings, click "Backup this configuration" to open a new window and save your current configuration to a .txt file.
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7. Please wait a moment until the BR-6208AC is ready.
8. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. You can
now connect to the device's new SSID(s) which are shown on the screen then close the browser window.
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9. The BR-6208AC is working and ready for use. Refer to IV-2. Connecting to
a Wi-Fi network if you require more guidance.
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II-3. Range Extender Mode
1. Select "Range Extender" from the top menu and click "Next".
2. Please ensure your BR-6208AC is within Wi-Fi range of your existing
wireless router. Click "Next" to continue.
3. Select whether to use the 5GHz wireless frequency, 2.4GHz wireless
frequency or both. If you are not sure, select both and then click "Next".
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4. Select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) which you wish to connect to for
the specified frequency and click "Next" to continue. If the Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to does not appear, try clicking "Refresh".
To connect to a hidden SSID, check the "Setup extender manually" box and enter the details manually on the next page, as shown below.
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5. Enter your existing wireless network's security key/password in the
"Security Key" field and click "Next" to continue.
6. Wait a moment while the BR-6208AC tests the wireless connection.
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7. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP
address" for your BR-6208AC. If you are using a static IP, enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. Click "Next" to proceed to the next step.
"Obtain an IP address automatically" is the recommended setting for most users. The IP address will be displayed in brackets.
8. If you selected to use both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless frequencies in
step 3, then repeat steps 4 7 for the 2.4GHz wireless frequency.
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9. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Check that all of the details are correct and then click "Next" to proceed. The device will use the same wireless password/security key as the existing wireless network.
If you wish to backup the BR-6208AC's settings, click "Backup this configuration" to open a new window and save your current configuration to a .txt file.
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10. Please wait a moment until the BR-6208AC is ready.
11. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. You
can now connect to the device's new SSID(s) which are shown on the screen then close the browser window.
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12. The BR-6208AC is working and ready for use. Refer to IV-2. Connecting
to a Wi-Fi network if you require more guidance.
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II-4. Wireless Bridge Mode
1. Select "Wireless Bridge" from the top menu and click "Next".
2. Please ensure your BR-6208AC is within Wi-Fi range of your existing
wireless router. Click "Next" to continue.
3. Select the frequency (2.4GHz or 5GHz) of your existing wireless network.
In wireless client mode, the BR-6208AC can only connect to one wireless network/frequency i.e. 2.4GHz or 5GHz.
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4. Select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) which you wish to connect to and
click "Next" to continue. If the Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to does not appear, try clicking "Refresh".
To connect to a hidden SSID, check the "Setup extender manually" box and enter the details manually on the next page, as shown below.
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5. Enter your existing wireless network's security key/password in the
"Security Key" field and click "Next" to continue.
6. Wait a moment while the BR-6208AC tests the wireless connection.
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7. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP
address" for your BR-6208AC. If you are using a static IP, enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. Click "Next" to proceed to the next step.
"Obtain an IP address automatically" is the recommended setting for most users. The IP address will be displayed in brackets.
8. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Check that all of the details are correct and then click "Next" to proceed.
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If you wish to backup the BR-6208AC's settings, click "Backup this configuration" to open a new window and save your current configuration to a .txt file.
9. Please wait a moment until the BR-6208AC is ready.
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10. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete.
Please close the browser window.
11. The BR-6208AC is working and ready for use. You can now connect
the BR-6208AC to your network device using an Ethernet cable and connect to your network as usual.
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II-5. WISP Mode
1. Select "WISP" from the top menu and click "Next".
2. Please ensure your BR-6208AC is within Wi-Fi range of your WISP network
and click "Next" to continue.
3. Select whether to use the iQ Setup wizard (recommended) to detect your
Internet connection type, or enter the settings manually.
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Manual configuration is only recommended for advanced users.
4. Select the wireless frequency (2.4GHz or 5GHz) of your WISP network.
5. Select the WISP SSID which you wish to connect to and click "Next" to
continue. If the Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to does not appear, try clicking "Refresh".
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To connect to a hidden SSID, check the "Setup extender manually" box and enter the details manually on the next page, as shown below.
6. Enter your existing wireless network's security key/password in the
"Security Key" field and click "Next" to continue.
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7. Wait a moment while the BR-6208AC tests the wireless connection.
8. Click "Next" to continue your Internet service type configuration.
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9. Wait a moment while the BR-6208AC connects to the Internet.
10. When the Internet is connected, click "Next" to configure your
wireless network.
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11. Enter a name and password for your 2.4GHz & 5GHz wireless networks,
then click "Next" to continue.
12. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below.
Check that all of the details are correct and then click "Next" to proceed.
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If you wish to backup the device's settings, click "Backup this configuration" to open a new window and save your current configuration to a .txt file.
13. Please wait a moment until the BR-6208AC is ready.
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14. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. You
can now connect to the device's new SSID(s) which are shown on the screen then close the browser window.
15. The BR-6208AC is working and ready for use. Refer to IV-2. Connecting
to a Wi-Fi network if you require more guidance.
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II-6. WPS Setup
If your wireless device supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) then you can use this method to connect to the BR-6208AC's Wi-Fi network.
1. Press the WPS button on the BR-6208AC
for 2 5 seconds to activate WPS. The WLAN LED will be lighted on to indicate that WPS is active.
2. Within two minutes, press the WPS
button on the wireless device/client to activate its WPS.
3. The devices will establish a connection.
Repeat for additional wireless devices.
Please check the instructions for your wireless device for how long you need to hold down its WPS button to activate WPS.
II-7. Reset to Factory Default Settings
If you experience problems with your BR-6208AC, you can reset the device back to its factory settings. This resets all settings back to default.
1. Press and hold the WPS/Reset button found on the back panel for at least
10 seconds, until the power LED begins to flash.
2. Release the button when the power LED is flashing. 3. Wait for the BR-6208AC to restart. The BR-6208AC is ready for setup when
the power LED, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and 5GHz Wi-Fi LEDs display on.
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III. Browser Based Configuration Interface
After you have setup the BR-6208AC as detailed in II. Installation or the included Quick Installation Guide, you can use the browser based configuration interface to configure advanced settings.
Please ensure that your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address. Refer to IV-1. Configuring your IP address for more information. III-1. Login
1. To access the browser based configuration interface enter
http://edimax.setup into the URL bar of a browser on a network device connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the BR-6208AC.
If you can not access http://edimax.setup, connect the device to a computer using an Ethernet cable and try again.
2. You will be prompted for a username and password. The default
username is "admin" and the default password is "1234".
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3. You will arrive at the "Status" screen. Use the menu down the left side to
navigate.
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III-2. Save Settings
1. After you configure any settings, click the "Save Settings" button at the
bottom of the screen to save your changes.
The device needs to restart in order to bring any changes into effect.
2. Then, click "click here to restart" in order to restart the device and bring
the changes into effect.
3. To make several changes at once, use the "Save Settings" button after
each change and then click "click here to restart" after your final change. Only one restart is necessary as long as each change is saved with the "Save Settings" button.
After you click "click here to restart", all saved changes will come into effect.
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III-3. Main Menu
The main menu displays different options depending on your device's operating mode.

For Range Extender mode: WPS please refer to 2.4GHz Wireless & 5GHz Wireless WPS

Wi-Fi Router

Access Point

Range Extender

Wireless Bridge

WISP

III-3-1. Status

The "Status" page displays basic system information about the device, arranged into categories.

Screenshots displayed are examples.The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.

III-3-2. Setup Wizard
You can run the setup wizard again to reconfigure the basic settings of the device, or you can run a wizard to help you switch the device to a different operating mode. Select "Setup Wizard" or "Switch to Router/Access Point/Range Extender/Wireless Bridge/WISP mode" and then click "Run Wizard" to begin.

Setup Wizard
Switch to Router/Access Point/ Range Extender/ Wireless Bridge/ WISP mode

This wizard will help you to set up the basic functions and settings of the device. For guidance about using the setup wizard, please refer to II. Installation. This wizard will help you to switch the device to a different operating mode: Wi-Fi router mode, access point mode, range extender, wireless bridge, or WISP mode (see below).

Switch to Router/Access Point/ Range Extender/ Wireless Bridge/ WISP mode:
1. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your current settings and
then reset the device back to its factory default settings.
2. After the device has reset you will see the screen below. Close your
browser and open it again.

3. Follow the on-screen wizard to setup your device in a different mode.
Refer to II. Installation Step 3 onwards for help if needed. If you don't see the "Get Started" screen, try reconnecting to the edimax.setup SSID and go to http://edimax.setup in a web browser.
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III-3-3.

Internet/WISP
The "Internet" menu provides access to WAN and DDNS settings. Click on an item from the submenu to view and/or configure the settings.

In WISP mode, the screen below will be displayed:

Enable / Disable SSID
Site Survey Security Setting

Enable or disable your WISP connection.
The name of the WISP network which your
BR-6208AC is connected to. Manually enter an SSID if you wish or use "Site Survey" below. Select wireless frequency and click "Select Site List" to open a new window and select your WISP network.
Please refer to III-3-5-1. Basic for a
description of security settings.

III-3-3-1. WAN Setup Select a Wide Area Network (WAN) connection mode and configure the settings. If you are unsure about your connection type, contact your ISP.
In WISP mode, only Dynamic IP, Static IP & PPPoE are available for WAN Connection Mode.
III-3-3-1-1. Dynamic IP Select "Dynamic IP". If your Internet service provider assigns IP address automatically using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol).
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Host Name

Enter the host name of your computer.

MAC Address

For some applications, you may need to

designate a specific MAC address for the

router. Please enter the MAC address here. If

DNS Address

you are connecting the router to a computer, press "Clone Mac" to automatically enter your computer's MAC address. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP address". Check with

your ISP if you are unsure.

DNS Address 1,2 & 3 Enter the DNS address(es) assigned by your

ISP here.

MTU

Enter the maximum transmission unit (MTU)

value of your network connection. The

default value is 1500.

TTL

Enable/Disable time to live (TTL) function

which limits the lifespan of network data to

improve performance.

III-3-3-1-2. Static IP
Select "Static IP" if your ISP provides Internet access via a fixed IP address. Your ISP will provide you with such information as IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address.

Fixed IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address MAC Address
DNS Address 1, 2 & 3 MTU TTL

Input the IP address assigned by your ISP here. Input the subnet mask assigned by your ISP here. Input the default gateway assigned by your ISP here. Some ISPs may call this "Default Route". For some applications, you may need to designate a specific MAC address for the router. Please enter the MAC address here. If you are connecting the router to a computer, press "Clone Mac" to automatically enter your computer's MAC address. Enter the DNS address(es) assigned by your ISP here. Enter the maximum transmission unit (MTU) value of your network connection. The default value is 1500. Enable/Disable time to live (TTL) function which limits the lifespan of network data to improve performance.

III-3-3-1-3. PPPoE
Select "PPPoE" if your ISP is providing you Internet access via PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet).

User Name Password MAC Address
DNS Address

Enter the user name assigned by your ISP here. Enter the password assigned by your ISP here. For some applications, you may need to designate a specific MAC address for the router. Please enter the MAC address here. If you are connecting the router to a computer, press "Clone Mac" to automatically enter your computer's MAC address. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP address". Check with your ISP if you are unsure.

DNS Address 1, 2 & 3 Enter the DNS address(es) assigned by your

ISP here.

TTL

Enable/Disable time to live (TTL) function

Service Name MTU Connection Type
Idle Time Out Enable Dual-WAN Access

which limits the lifespan of network data to improve performance. Give this Internet service a name (optional).
Enter the maximum transmission unit (MTU) value of your network connection. The default value is 1392. Specify a connection type:
1. "Continuous": Connected all the time. 2. "Connect on Demand": Connect when
you initiate an Internet connection. 3. "Manual": Connect/disconnect manually
using the "Connect" and "Disconnect" buttons. Specify the amount of time the router waits before shutting down an idle connection. Only available when "Connect on Demand" (above) is selected. Enable/disable dual WAN access. When you enable dual WAN access, select an IGMP source and enter a "Host Name" and "MAC Address".

III-3-3-1-4. PPTP Select "PPTP" if your ISP is providing you Internet access via PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol). Then select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP address" depending on your ISP.
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Host Name MAC Address
Static IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address MAC Address
DNS Address
DNS Address 1,2 & 3 Enable Dual-WAN Access User ID Password PPTP Gateway Connection ID MTU
BEZEQ-ISRAEL Connection Type

Enter the host name of your computer here If required.
For some applications, you may need to designate a specific MAC address for the router. Please enter the MAC address here. If you are connecting the router to a computer, press "Clone Mac" to automatically enter your computer's MAC address. Input the IP address assigned by your ISP here.
Input the subnet mask assigned by your ISP here.
Input the default gateway assigned by your ISP here. Some ISPs may call this "Default Route". If your ISP filters access by MAC addresses, enter your computer's MAC address here. Click "Clone MAC" to automatically enter your computer's MAC address. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP address". Check with your ISP if you are unsure.
Enter the DNS address(es) assigned by your ISP here.
Enable/disable dual WAN access. When you enable dual WAN access, select an IGMP source and enter a "Host Name" and "MAC Address". Input the user name assigned by your ISP here.
Input the password assigned by your ISP here.
Input the PPTP gateway assigned by your ISP here.
Specify a reference name/ID for the connection.
Enter the maximum transmission unit (MTU) value of your network connection. The default value is 1392. Check the "Enable" box if you are using BEZEQ network services (Israel users only).
Specify a connection type:

Idle Time Out

1. "Continuous": Connected all the time. 2. "Connect on Demand": Connect when you
initiate an Internet connection. 3. "Manual": Connect/disconnect manually using
the "Connect" and "Disconnect" buttons. Specify the amount of time the router waits before
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shutting down an idle connection. Only available when "Connect on Demand" (above) is selected.
III-3-3-1-5. L2TP Select "L2TP" if your ISP is providing you Internet access via L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol).

Host Name MAC Address

Static IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address MAC Address
DNS Address
DNS Address 1,2 & 3
Enable Dual-WAN Access
User ID Password L2TP Gateway Connection ID MTU
Connection Type

Input the IP address assigned by your ISP here. Input the subnet mask assigned by your ISP here. Input the default gateway assigned by your ISP here. Some ISPs may call this "Default Route". If your ISP filters access by MAC addresses, enter your computer's MAC address here. Click "Clone MAC" to automatically enter your computer's MAC address. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" or "Use the following IP address". Check with your ISP if you are unsure.
Enter the DNS address(es) assigned by your ISP here.
Enable/disable dual WAN access. When you enable dual WAN access, select an IGMP source and enter a "Host Name" and "MAC Address". Input the user name assigned by your ISP here. Input the password assigned by your ISP here. Input the L2TP gateway assigned by your ISP here. Specify a reference name/ID for the connection.
Enter the maximum transmission unit (MTU) value of your network connection. The default value is 1392. Specify a connection type:

Idle Time Out

III-3-3-2. DDNS
Dynamic DNS (DDNS) is a service which provides a hostname-to-IP service for dynamic IP users. The changing nature of dynamic IPs means that it can be difficult to access a service provided by a dynamic IP user; a DDNS service though can map such dynamic IP addresses to a fixed hostname, for easier access. The router supports several DDNS service providers, for more details and to register for a DDNS account please visit the DDNS providers website(s), examples of which are listed below.

Enable/Disable Provider Domain Name
Account/Email
Password/Key

Enable or disable DDNS Select DDNS service provider. Enter the domain name provided by the DDNS provider. Please enter the DDNS registration account/email. Enter the DDNS service password/key.

The following DDNS services are supported:

3322

http://www.3322.org

DHS

http://www.dhs.org

DynDNS

http://www.dyndns.org

ODS

http://ods.org

TZO

http://www.tzo.com

GnuDIP

http://gnudip2.sourceforge.net

DyNS

http://www.dyns.cx/

ZoneEdit http://www.zoneedit.com

DHIS CyberGate NS2GO NO-IP

http://www.dhis.org/ http://cybergate.planex.co.jp/ddns/ http://www.ns2go.com/ http://www.noip.com/

III-3-4. LAN
You can configure your Local Area Network (LAN) on this page. You can enable the router to dynamically allocate IP addresses to your LAN clients, and you can modify the IP address of the device. The device's default IP address is 192.168.2.1.
You can access the browser based configuration interface using the device's IP address instead of using the URL http://edimax.setup.

IP Address Subnet Mask 802.1d Spanning Tree
DHCP Server Lease Time

Specify the IP address here. This IP address will be assigned to the BR-6208AC and will replace the default IP address. Specify a subnet mask. The default value is 255.255.255.0 Select "Enable" or "Disable" to enable/disable 802.1d Spanning Tree. This creates a tree of connected layer-2 bridges (typically Ethernet switches) within a mesh network, and disables those links that are not part of the tree, leaving a single active path between any two network nodes. Enable or disable the DHCP server. Select a lease time for the DHCP leases here. The DHCP client will obtain a new IP address after the period expires.

Your device's DHCP server automatically assigns IP addresses to computers on its network, between a defined range of numbers.

Start IP End IP

Enter the start IP address for the DHCP server's IP address leases. Enter the end IP address for the DHCP server's IP address leases.

Your device's DHCP server can be configured to assign static (fixed) IP addresses to specified network devices, identified by their unique MAC address.

Enable Static DHCP Leases
MAC Address
IP Address
Add
Clear Delete Selected / Delete All

Enable/disable static DHCP leases. This must
be enabled in order to assign any network
device a static IP address. Enter the specified network device's MAC address here.
Assign a fixed IP address for the specified
network device here. Add the information to the "Static DHCP Leases Table". Clear the MAC address and IP address fields.
Delete selected or all entries from the table.

The LAN IP page will be displayed as below when your device is set to access point mode. You can set theBR-6208AC to obtain an IP address automatically or you can specify an IP address.

III-3-5.

2.4GHz Wireless & 5GHz Wireless
The "2.4GHz Wireless" & "5GHz Wireless" menu allows you to configure SSID and security settings for your Wi-Fi network along with a guest Wi-Fi network. WPS, access control and scheduling functions can also be managed from here.
Access Point Mode:

In Access Point mode, the "Guest" feature in the menu is replaced by "Multiple SSID".
III-3-5-1. Basic The "Basic" screen displays settings for your primary 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi network.

Disable Wireless Mode

Check the box to disable the wireless function of your device. Keep the default "AP" value for the device to
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Band Wireless Network Name (SSID) Broadcast SSID
Enable Wireless Clients Isolation
Channel Number Site Survey
Wireless Clients

act as a standard wireless access point, or select "AP Bridge-WDS" for the device to function in WDS mode (see below).
Displays the wireless standard used for the BR-6208AC's "2.4GHz (B+G+N)" means that 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless clients can connect to the BR-6208AC.
This is the name of your Wi-Fi network for identification, also sometimes referred to as "SSID". The SSID can consist of any combination of up to 32 alphanumerical characters.
Enable or disable SSID broadcast. When enabled, the SSID will be visible to clients as an available Wi-Fi network. When disabled, the SSID will not be visible as an available Wi-Fi network to clients clients must manually enter the SSID in order to connect. A hidden (disabled) SSID is typically more secure than a visible (enabled) SSID.
Check the box to enable wireless clients isolation. This prevents wireless clients connected to the BR-6208AC from communicating with each other and improves security. Typically, this function is useful for corporate environments or public hot spots and can prevent brute force attacks on clients' usernames and passwords. Select a wireless radio channel or use the default "Auto" setting from the drop-down menu. Click "Select Site List" to display a new window showing information about the surrounding wireless environment. This information is useful to select an effective wireless channel number. Click "Show List" to display a new window showing information about wireless clients. Please disable any pop-up blockers if you have difficulty using this function.

AP Bridge-WDS:
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) can bridge/repeat access points together in an extended network. WDS settings can be configured as shown below.
When using WDS, configure the IP address of each access point to be in the same subnet and ensure there is only one active DHCP server among connected access points, preferably on the WAN side. WDS must be configured on each access point, using correct MAC addresses. All access points should use the same wireless channel.

MAC Address 1 - 4 Set Security

Enter the correct MAC address for other
access points in WDS mode. Click "Set Security" to open a new window and enter the security settings for WDS (shown below). Click "Save" when finished.

Please ensure you setup and save wireless security settings before you click "Set Security" to set WDS security settings.

Wireless Security:
Select an encryption type from the drop-down menu: "WPA Pre-shared Key" is the recommended and most secure encryption type. In WISP mode, WPA RADIUS is unavailable for the wireless band that is used to connect to WISP's AP.
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III-3-5-1-1. Disable

Encryption is disabled and no password/key is required to connect to the BR-6208AC.

Disabling wireless encryption is not recommended. When disabled, anybody within range can connect to your device's SSID.

Enable 802.1x Authentication

Check the box to enable the 802.1x authentication. A RADIUS server is required to perform 802.1x authentication: enter the RADIUS server's information in the relevant fields (below).

III-3-5-1-2. WEP
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a basic encryption type. For a higher level of security consider using WPA encryption.

Key Length Key Format Encryption Key
Enable 802.1x Authentication

Select 64-bit or 128-bit. 128-bit is more secure than 64-bit. Choose from "ASCII" (any alphanumerical character 0-9, a-z and A-Z) or "Hex" (any characters from 0-9, a-f and A-F).
Enter your encryption key/password according to the format you selected above. A complex, hard-to-guess key is recommended. Check the "Hide" box to hide your password from being displayed on-screen. Check the box to enable the 802.1x authentication. A RADIUS server is required to perform 802.1x authentication: enter the RADIUS server's information in the relevant fields (below).

III-3-5-1-3. WPA Pre-Shared Key
WPA pre-shared key is the recommended and most secure encryption type.

WPA Unicast Cipher Suite
Pre-shared Key Format Pre-shared Key

Select from WPA (TKIP), WPA2 (AES) or WPA2 Mixed. WPA2 (AES) is safer than WPA (TKIP), but not supported by all wireless clients. Please make sure your wireless client supports your selection. WPA2 (AES) is recommended followed by WPA2 Mixed if your client does not support WPA2 (AES). Choose from "Passphrase" (8-63 alphanumeric characters) or "Hex" (up to 64 characters from 0-9, a-f and A-F).
Please enter a key according to the format you selected above. A complex, hard-to-guess key is recommended. Check the "Hide" box to hide your password from being displayed on-screen.

III-3-5-1-4. WPA Radius
WPA RADIUS is a combination of WPA encryption and RADIUS user authentication. If you have a RADIUS authentication server, you can authenticate the identity of every wireless client against a user database.

WPA Unicast Cipher Suite
RADIUS Server IP address

RADIUS Server Port Input the port number of the RADIUS authentication server here. The default value is 1812.

RADIUS Server Password

Input the password of the RADIUS authentication server here.

III-3-5-2. Guest/ Multiple SSID
You can setup an additional "Guest" Wi-Fi network so guest users can enjoy Wi-Fi connectivity without accessing your primary network. The "Guest" screen displays settings for your guest Wi-Fi network.
The guest network is separate from your primary network. The settings for your primary network can be found in the "Basic" menu.
In access point mode, the "Guest" feature in the menu is replaced by "Multiple SSID". The BR-6208AC supports up to four additional SSIDs for each wireless band in access point mode.

802.1x authentication is unavailable in WISP mode for the wireless band that is used to connect to WISP's AP.

Enable Guest SSID Wireless Guest Name Enable Wireless Clients Isolation
Band

Check/uncheck the box to enable/disable the guest Wi-Fi network. Enter a reference/ID name for your guest wireless network. Check the box to enable wireless clients isolation. This prevents wireless clients connected to the BR-6208AC from communicating with each other and improves security. Typically, this function is useful for corporate environments or public hot spots and can prevent brute force attacks on clients' usernames and passwords. Displays the wireless standard used for the
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Channel Number Encryption

BR-6208AC's frequency band: 2.4GHz (B+G+N): Allows 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless clients to connect to the BR-6208AC. Channel number for the guest network is the same as the main SSID and cannot be adjusted independently.
Please refer to III-3-5-1. Basic: Wireless Security for details about security settings.

WPA RADIUS encyrption type is not available for the guest network.
MULTIPLE SSID: The BR-6208AC supports up to four additional SSIDs for each wireless band in access point mode. Once configured, these SSIDs are displayed in the "Multiple SSID Status" table as shown below. Use the "Multiple SSID Basic Settings" box to configure additional SSIDs.

Multiple SSID Wireless Network Name (SSID) Enable Multiple SSID Enable Wireless Clients Isolation
Band
Channel Number
VLAN ID

Use the drop down menu to select which SSID ( numbered 1 4) to configure. Enter a reference/ID name to separate your wireless network. Check/uncheck this box to enable/disable the specified SSID. Must be checked for the SSID to function. Check the box to enable wireless clients isolation. This prevents wireless clients connected to the BR-6208AC from communicating with each other and improves security. Typically, this function is useful for corporate environments or public hot spots and can prevent brute force attacks on clients' usernames and passwords. Displays the wireless standard used for the BR-6208AC's frequency band: 2.4GHz (B+G+N): Allows 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless clients to connect to the BR-6208AC. Channel number for the guest network is the same as the main SSID and cannot be adjusted independently. Set a VLAN ID for the specified SSID (see below).

A VLAN is a local area network which maps workstations virtually
instead of physically and allows you to group together or isolate users from each other. VLAN IDs 0 4094 are supported.

III-3-5-3. WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a simple way to establish connections between WPS compatible devices. WPS can be activated on compatible devices by pushing a WPS button on the device or from within the device's firmware/configuration interface. When WPS is activated in the correct manner and at the correct time for two compatible devices, they will automatically connect. PIN code WPS includes the use of a PIN code between the two devices for verification.

Enable WPS WPS Status
Self PIN Code

Check/uncheck this box to enable/disable WPS. Displays "Configured" or "unConfigured" depending on whether WPS and SSID/security settings for the device have been configured or not, either manually or using the WPS button. Displays the WPS PIN code of the device.

SSID

Displays the SSID of the device.

Authentication

Displays the wireless security authentication

Mode

mode of the device.

Authentication Key Displays the wireless security authentication

key.

Configuration Mode

The configuration mode of the device's WPS setting is displayed here. "Registrar" means

the device acts as an access point for a wireless

client to connect to and the wireless client(s)

will follow the device's wireless settings.

Configure via Push Click "Start PBC" (Push-Button Configuration)

Button

to activate WPS on the access point. WPS will

be active for 2 minutes.

Configure via Client Enter the wireless client's PIN code here and

PIN Code

click "Start PIN" to activate PIN code WPS.

Refer to your wireless client's documentation if

you are unsure of its PIN code.

III-3-5-4. Access Control
Access Control is a security feature that can help to prevent unauthorized users from connecting to your wireless router.
This function allows you to define a list of network devices permitted to connect to the BR-6208AC. Devices are each identified by their unique MAC address. If a device which is not on the list of permitted MAC addresses attempts to connect to the BR-6208AC, it will be denied.
To enable this function, check the box labeled "Enable Wireless Access Control".

MAC address

Select a PC name from the drop-down list and click ">>" to add enter it into the blank field to the right.
Click "Refresh' in the drop-down menu to refresh the list of available MAC addresses. If the address you wish to add is not listed, enter it manually.

Comment Add

Enter a MAC address of computer or network
device manually without dashes or colons e.g. for MAC address `aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff' enter `aabbccddeeff'. Enter a comment for reference/identification
consisting of up to 16 alphanumerical
characters. Click "Add" to add the MAC address to the MAC address filtering table.

MAC address entries will be listed in the table as shown below. Select an entry using the "Select" checkbox.

Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All

III-3-5-5. Schedule The schedule feature allows you to automate the wireless radio to switch on/off at specified times. Multiple schedules can be configured. Check/uncheck the box "Enable Schedule Settings" to enable/disable the wireless on/off scheduling function.
The BR-6208AC must remain connected to the Internet and use an NTP server for the schedule feature to function correctly.
Wireless scheduling can save energy and increase the security of your network.
1. Use the checkboxes to select which day(s) to include in the schedule. 2. Specify a time (hour and minute) for the schedule using the drop-down
menu.
3. Select which command applies to this schedule from the drop-down menu,
either "Wireless On" or "Wireless Off".
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Add

Add the schedule to the table of active

schedules.

Active schedules will be displayed in the table as shown below. Select an entry using the "Select" checkbox.

Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All

III-3-6. Firewall

The "Firewall" menu provides access to URL blocking, access control, DMZ and DoS functions to improve
the security of your wireless network.

SPI firewall

Enable or disable the Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall.

III-3-6-1. URL Blocking This function can block Internet access by either specific URLs or keywords. Check/uncheck the "Enable URL Blocking" box to enable/disable URL blocking.

URL/Keyword Add

Enter the URL or keyword to be blocked. Add the URL or keyword to the blocked table.

Blocked URLs/keywords entries will be listed in the table as shown below. Select an entry using the "Select" checkbox.

Delete Selected / Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All

III-3-6-2. Access Control Access Control (MAC filtering) can also be configured from III-3-5-4. Access Control.
Access Control is a security feature that can help to prevent unauthorized users from connecting to your wireless router. This function allows you to define a list of network devices permitted or denied to connect to the BR-6208AC. Devices are each identified by their unique MAC address or IP address. Specific services can also be allowed/denied for IP addresses. Check/uncheck the "Enable MAC Filtering" and/or "Enable IP Filtering" box to enable/disable MAC filtering and/or IP filtering.
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MAC Filtering:

Enable MAC Filtering Client PC MAC Address Computer Name
Comment Add

Check the box to enable MAC filtering and select whether to "Deny" or "Allow" access for specified MAC address. Enter a MAC address of computer or network device manually without dashes or colons e.g. for MAC address `aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff' enter `aabbccddeeff'. Select a computer name from the drop-down list and click "<<" to add its MAC address into the "Client PC Mac Address" field.
Click "Refresh' in the drop-down menu to refresh the list of available MAC addresses. If the address you wish to add is not listed, enter it manually. Enter a comment for reference/identification consisting of up to 16 alphanumerical characters. Click "Add" to add the MAC address to the MAC address filtering table.

MAC address entries will be listed in the table as shown below. Select an entry using the "Select" checkbox.

Delete Selected / Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All

IP Filtering:

Enable IP Filtering Add PC

Check the box to enable IP filtering and select whether to "Deny" or "Allow" access for specified IP address.
Opens a new window to add a new IP to the list, to deny or allow access/services according to above.

Client PC

Enter a description for reference/identification

Description

of up to 16 alphanumeric characters.

Client PC IP address Enter a starting IP address in the left field and

the end IP address in the right field to define a

range of IP addresses; or enter an IP address in

the left field only to define a single IP address.

Service Name

Various services are listed here with a short

description. Check/uncheck the box for each

Protocol

service you wish to select. Select protocol "TCP" or "UDP" or "Both" for a service not included in the "Client PC Service"

list.

Port Range

Enter the port range for the service not included in the "Client PC Service" list.

Enter a single port number e.g. 110, a range of

port numbers e.g. 110-120, or multiple port

numbers separated by a comma e.g.

110,115,120.

Add

Click "Add" to add selected services or a user

defined service to the IP filtering table.

IP filtering entries will be listed in the IP filtering table shown below.

Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All
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III-3-6-3. DMZ
A Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is an isolated area in your local network where private IP addresses are mapped to specified Internet IP addresses, allowing unrestricted access to the private IP addresses but not to the wider local network.
You can define a virtual DMZ host here. This is useful for example, if a network client PC cannot run an application properly from behind an NAT firewall, since it opens the client up to unrestricted two-way access.

Enable DMZ Public
Client PC Computer Name Add

Check/uncheck the box to enable/disable the device's DMZ function. Select "Dynamic IP" or "Static IP" here.
For "Dynamic IP" select an Internet connection session from dropdown menu.
For "Static IP" enter the IP address that you want to map to a specific private IP address. Enter the private IP address that the internet IP address will be mapped to. Select a computer name from the list and click "<<" to enter its IP address into the "Client PC" field (above). Click "Add" to add the client to the "Current DMZ Table".
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DMZ entries will be displayed in the table shown below:
Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All III-3-6-4. DoS Denial-of-Service (DoS) is a common form of malicious attack against a network. The router's firewall can protect against such attacks. If you are not familiar with these functions, it is recommended you keep the default settings.
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Ping of Death
Discard Ping from WAN Port Scan
Sync Flood

Specify the frequency of ping of death packets which will trigger the router's DoS protection function.
Check this box and the router will not answer
ping requests from the Internet. Intruders use "port scanners" to detect open Internet IP address ports. Check each type of
port scan to prevent.
Specify the frequency of sync flood packets
which will trigger the DoS protection function.

III-3-7. QoS
Quality of Service (QoS) is a feature to manage Internet bandwidth efficiently. Some applications require more bandwidth than others to function properly, and QoS allows you to ensure that sufficient bandwidth is available. Minimum or maximum bandwidth can be guaranteed for a specified application.
QoS can improve the BR-6208AC's performance. QoS is recommended to optimize performance for online gaming.
III-3-7-1. QoS
Check/uncheck the box "Enable QoS" to enable/disable the QoS function. Click "Add" to open a new window and setup a QoS rule. The "Current QoS Table" displays all QoS rules.

Total Download Bandwidth
Total Upload Bandwidth Add

Enter your total download bandwidth limit from your Internet service provider (ISP) in kbits. Enter your total upload bandwidth limit from your Internet service provider (ISP) in kbits. Opens a new window to add a new QoS rule to the current QoS table.

Rule Name Bandwidth
Local IP Address

Enter a name for the QoS rule for reference/identification. Set the bandwidth limits for the QoS rule:

(1)

(2)

(3)

1. Select "Download" or "Upload" for the QoS rule.

2. Enter the bandwidth limit.

3. Select whether the bandwidth is a "Guarantee" (minimum) or "Max" (maximum).
Enter the IP address range to which the QoS rule will be applied. Enter a starting IP address in the left field and the end IP address in the right field to define a range of IP addresses; or enter an IP address in the left field only to define a single IP address.
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Local Port Range Remote IP Address
Remote Port Range Traffic Type Protocol Save

Enter the port range to activate the QoS rule. Enter a single port number e.g. 110 or a range of port numbers e.g. 110-120 Enter the remote IP address range which will activate the QoS rule. Enter a starting IP address in the left field and the end IP address in the right field to define a range of IP addresses; or enter an IP address in the left field only to define a single IP address. Enter the remote port range to activate the QoS rule. Enter a single port number e.g. 110 or a range of port numbers e.g. 110-120 Select traffic type as an alternative to specifying a port range above. Select a "TCP" or "UDP" protocol type. Click `add' button to add a new QoS rule (detailed instructions will be given below).

QoS rule entries will be listed in the "Current QoS Table" as shown below. Select a rule using the "Select" checkbox.

When using the "Edit" button only one rule can be selected each time.

QoS rules will be processed in the order that they are listed i.e.
the rule at the top of the list will be applied first, and then the second rule etc. The order can be adjusted using the "Move Up/Down" buttons.

Edit Delete Selected/ Delete All Move Up/Down

Edit a selected rule. Delete selected or all entries from the table. Move selected rule up or down the list.
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III-3-7-2. iQoS
iQoS is a more intuitive and automated tool to manage internet bandwidth than manually configuring the settings using QoS. For online gamers or users with bandwidth requirements for audio/video, iQoS is a useful function.
iQoS cannot be used in conjunction with QoS and vice-versa. When one is enabled, the other is automatically disabled.

Check/uncheck the box "Enable iQoS" to enable/disable the iQoS function, and then enter your bandwidth limits and arrange the network application icons in priority order in the "Current iQoS Table". Icons with higher priority will be assigned bandwidth more efficiently for better performance.

Total Download Bandwidth
Total Upload Bandwidth

Enter your total download bandwidth limit from your Internet service provider (ISP) in kbits. Enter your total upload bandwidth limit from your Internet service provider (ISP) in kbits.

The icons represent the following categories: Internet Browsing P2P/BT Downloads FTP Multimedia Online Gaming
The iQoS table is ordered left to right, high to low priority. Click a small icon below the table to insert it into the table, and click a large icon in the table to remove it. All spaces in the priority table must be filled.
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III-3-8. Advanced

Advanced features of the BR-6208AC can be configured from the "Advanced" menu.

III-3-8-1. Static Routing
Static routing is a method of configuring path selection of routers, characterized by the absence of communication between routers regarding the current topology of the network. The opposite of static routing is dynamic routing, sometimes also referred to as adaptive routing.
You can configure static routing and manually add routes to the routing table shown below.

Enable Static Routing Destination LAN IP Subnet Mask Default Gateway Hop Count
Interface Add

Check/uncheck the box to enable/disable static routing. Enter the destination network's IP address. Enter the subnet mask of the destination network. Enter the default gateway of the destination network. Enter the hop count (the distance between destination network and this broadband router) here. Enter the interface which leads to destination network. Add the route to the current static routing table.

Static Routing Table entries will be displayed in the table shown below:

Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All
III-3-8-2. Port Forwarding
This function allows you to redirect a single port or consecutive ports of an Internet IP address to the same port of a local IP address. The port number(s) of the Internet IP address and local IP address must be the same.
If the port number of the Internet IP address and local IP address is different, please use the "Virtual Server" function instead.

Private IP Computer Name
Type Port Range
Comment

Enter the IP address of the computer on the local network. Windows computers on the local network will be listed here select a computer from the list and click << to automatically add the IP address to the "Private IP" field. Select the type of connection, "TCP", "UDP" or "Both". Input the starting port number in the left field, and input the ending port number in the right field. If you only want to redirect a single port number, only enter a port number in the left field. Enter a comment for reference or identification.

Port Forwarding Table entries will be displayed in the table shown below:

Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All
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III-3-8-3. Virtual Server
This function allows you to set up an internet service on a local computer, without exposing the local computer to the internet. You can also build various sets of port redirection, to provide various internet services on different local computers via a single internet IP address.

Private IP Computer Name
Private Port Type Public Port Comment

Specify the IP address of the computer on your local network. Select the name of a Windows computer from the drop-down menu and click to auto-input its IP address in the "Private IP" field. Specify the private port you wish to use on the computer in your local network. Select the type of Internet Protocol. Specify a public port to access the computer on your local network. Enter a comment for reference or identification.

Current Virtual Table entries will be displayed in the table shown below:

Delete Selected/ Delete selected or all entries from the table. Delete All
III-3-8-4. 2.4GHz Wireless
These settings are for experienced users only. Please do not change any of the values on this page unless you are already familiar with these functions.

Fragment Threshold RTS Threshold Beacon Interval DTIM Period Data Rate N Data Rate

Channel Width Preamble Type CTS Protect Tx Power
WMM

Select wireless channel width (bandwidth used by wireless signals from the device) the recommended value is Auto 20/40MHz. Set the wireless radio preamble type. The default value is "Short Preamble". Enabling this setting will reduce the chance of radio signal collisions between 802.11b and 802.11g wireless access points. It's recommended to set this option to "Auto". Set the power output of the wireless radio. You may not require 100% output power. Setting a lower power output can enhance security since potentially malicious/unknown users in distant areas will not be able to access your signal. WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) technology can improve the performance of certain network applications, such as audio/video streaming, network telephony (VoIP) and others. When WMM is enabled, the device will prioritize different kinds of data and give higher priority to applications which require instant responses for better performance.

II-3-8-5. 5GHz Wireless
These settings are for experienced users only. Please do not change any of the values on this page unless you are already familiar with these functions.

Fragment Threshold RTS Threshold Beacon Interval DTIM Period Data Rate N Data Rate Channel Width
Preamble Type

Set the Fragment threshold of the wireless radio. The default value is 2346. Set the RTS threshold of the wireless radio. The default value is 2347. Set the beacon interval of the wireless radio. The default value is 100. Set the DTIM period of wireless radio. The default value is 3. Set the wireless data transfer rate. The default is set to Auto. Set the data rate of 802.11n. The default is set to Auto. Select wireless channel width (bandwidth used by wireless signals from the device) the recommended value is 20/40/80MHz. Set the wireless radio preamble type. The default value is "Short Preamble".

CTS Protect Tx Power WMM

Enabling this setting will reduce the chance of radio signal collisions between 802.11b and 802.11g wireless access points. It's recommended to set this option to "Auto". Set the power output of the wireless radio. You may not require 100% output power. Setting a lower power output can enhance security since potentially malicious/unknown users in distant areas will not be able to access your signal. WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) technology can improve the performance of certain network applications, such as audio/video streaming, network telephony (VoIP) and others. When WMM is enabled, the device will prioritize different kinds of data and give higher priority to applications which require instant responses for better performance.

III-3-8-6. IGMP
IGMP is a communications protocol used to establish multicast group memberships. It allows for a more efficient use of resources and better performance for applications such as IPTV video streaming.

IGMP Snooping IGMP Proxy

IGMP snooping monitors traffic between hosts and multicast routers to facilitate bandwidth conservation. Select enable or disable. IGMP proxy enables intelligent multicast forwarding based on IGMP snooping information. Select enable or disable.

It is recommended to set "IGMP Snooping" and "IGMP Proxy" to "Enable".

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III-3-8-7. UPnP Universal plug-and-play (UPnP) is a set of networking protocols which enables network devices to communicate and automatically establish working configurations with each other. Select "Enable" or "Disable".
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III-3-9. Administration Various administrative functions can be accessed from the "Administration" menu.

III-3-9-1. Time Zone

Set Time Zone Time Server Address
Daylight Saving

Select the time zone of your country or region. The travel router supports NTP (Network Time Protocol) for automatic time and date setup. Input the host name of the IP server manually. If your country/region uses daylight saving time, please check the "Enable Function" box, and select the start and end date.

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III-3-9-2. Password
You can change the password used to login to the browser-based configuration interface here. It is advised to do so for security purposes.
Please make a note of the new password. In the event that you forget the password and are unable to login to the browser based configuration interface, see II-7. Reset to factory default settings for how to reset the device.

Current Password Enter your current password.

New Password

Enter your new password.

Confirmed Password Confirm your new password.

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III-3-9-3. Remote Access
Check "Enabled" to enable the remote access feature and then enter the appropriate values.

Host IP Address Port

Specify the IP address which is allowed remote access.
Specify a port number (065535) used for remote access.

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III-3-9-4. Backup/Restore

Backup Settings Restore Settings
Restore to Factory Default

Click "Save" to save the current settings on your computer as config.bin file. Click "Browse" to find a previously saved config.bin file and then click "Upload" to replace your current settings. Click "Reset" to restore settings to the factory default. A pop-up window will appear and ask
you to confirm and enter your log in details.
Enter your username and password and click "Ok". See below for more information.

III-3-9-5. Upgrade
The upgrade page allows you to upgrade the system firmware to a more recent version. You can download the latest firmware from the Edimax website. After the upgrade, the system will restart.
Do not switch off or disconnect the device during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device. It is recommended that you use a wired Ethernet connection for a firmware upgrade.

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III-3-9-6. Restart In the event that the router malfunctions or is not responding, then it is recommended that you restart the device.
III-3-9-7. Logs You can view the system log and security log here. Use the drop down menu in the top-right corner to select which log to view.
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Save
Clear Refresh

Click "Save" to save the log on your computer
as .txt file. Click "Clear" to clear/erase the existing log. Click "Refresh" to refresh the log and update any
activity.

III-3-9-8. Active DHCP Client
Information about active DHCP clients is shown in the table, which displays the DHCP server assigned IP address, MAC address and time expired for each computer or device on the local network.

III-3-9-9. Statistics Displays sent and received packet network statistics.

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IV. Appendix
IV-1. Configuring your IP address For first time access to the URL http://edimax.setup please ensure your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address. This means your computer can obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server. You can check if your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address by following IV-1-1. How to check that your computer uses a dynamic IP address. Static IP users can also temporarily modify your computer's IP address to be in the same IP address subnet e.g. 192.168.2.x (x = 3 254) as the BR-6208AC in order to access http://edimax.setup.
The BR-6208AC's default IP address is 192.168.2.1. The procedure for modifying your IP address varies across different operating systems; please follow the guide appropriate for your operating system in IV-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer.
Static IP users please make a note of your static IP before you change it. You can assign a new IP address to the device which is within the subnet of your network during setup or using the browser based configuration interface (refer to III-3-4. LAN). Then you can access the URL http://edimax.setup in future without modifying your IP address. Please remember to change your IP address back to its original value after the device is properly configured.
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IV-1-1. How to check that your computer uses a dynamic IP address Please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. IV-1-1-1. Windows XP
1. Click the "Start" button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of
your computer), then click "Control Panel". Double-click the "Network and Internet Connections" icon, click "Network Connections", and then double-click "Local Area Connection". The "Local Area Connection Status" window will then appear, click "Properties".
2. "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server address
automatically" should be selected.
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IV-1-1-2. Windows Vista
1. Click the "Start" button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of
your computer), then click "Control Panel". Click "View Network Status and Tasks", then click "Manage Network Connections". Right-click "Local Area Network", then select "Properties". The "Local Area Connection Properties" window will then appear, select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)", and then click "Properties".
2. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server
address automatically" should be selected.
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IV-1-1-3. Windows 7
1. Click the "Start" button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of
your computer), then click "Control Panel".
2. Under "Network and Internet" click "View network status and tasks".
3. Click "Local Area Connection".
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4. Click "Properties". 5. Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click "Properties".
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6. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server
address automatically" should be selected.
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IV-1-1-4. Windows 8
1. From the Windows 8 Start screen, you need to switch to desktop mode.
Move your curser to the bottom left of the screen and click.
2. In desktop mode, click the File Explorer icon in the bottom left of the
screen, as shown below.
3. Right click "Network" and then select "Properties".
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4. In the window that opens, select "Change adapter settings" from the left
side.
5. Choose your connection and right click, then select "Properties".
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6. Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click "Properties".
7. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server
address automatically" should be selected.
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IV-1-1-5. Mac OS
1. Have your Macintosh computer operate as usual, and click on "System
Preferences".
2. In System Preferences, click on "Network". 3. Click on "Wi-Fi" in the left panel and then click "Advanced" in the lower
right corner.
4. Select "TCP/IP" from the top menu and "Using DHCP" in the drop down
menu labeled "Configure IPv4" should be selected.
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IV-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer Please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. In the following examples we use the IP address 192.168.2.10 though you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.2.x (x = 3 254) in order to access iQ Setup/browser based configuration interface.
Please make a note of your static IP before you change it. IV-1-2-1. Windows XP
1. Click the "Start" button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of
your computer), then click "Control Panel". Double-click the "Network and Internet Connections" icon, click "Network Connections", and then double-click "Local Area Connection". The "Local Area Connection Status" window will then appear, click "Properties".
2. Select "Use the following IP address" and "Use the following DNS server
addresses", then input the following values:
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Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the "IP address" field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses. IP address: 192.168.2.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Preferred DNS Server: 192.168.2.1 Click `OK' when finished.
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IV-1-2-2. Windows Vista
1. Click the "Start" button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of
your computer), then click "Control Panel". Click "View Network Status and Tasks", then click "Manage Network Connections". Right-click "Local Area Network", then select "Properties". The "Local Area Connection Properties" window will then appear, select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)", and then click "Properties".
2. Select "Use the following IP address" and "Use the following DNS server
addresses", then input the following values: Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the "IP address" field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses.
IP address: 192.168.2.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Preferred DNS Server: 192.168.2.1 Click `OK' when finished.
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IV-1-2-3. Windows 7
1. Click the "Start" button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of
your computer), then click "Control Panel".
2. Under "Network and Internet" click "View network status and tasks".
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3.Click "Local Area Connection". 4. Click "Properties".
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5.Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click "Properties".
6. Select "Use the following IP address" and "Use the following DNS server
addresses", then input the following values: Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the "IP address" field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses.
IP address: 192.168.2.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Preferred DNS Server: 192.168.2.1 Click `OK' when finished.
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IV-1-2-4. Windows 8
1. From the Windows 8 Start screen, you need to switch to desktop mode.
Move your curser to the bottom left of the screen and click.
2. In desktop mode, click the File Explorer icon in the bottom left of the
screen, as shown below.
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3. Right click "Network" and then select "Properties".
4. In the window that opens, select "Change adapter settings" from the left
side.
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5. Choose your connection and right click, then select "Properties".
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6. Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click "Properties".
7. Select "Use the following IP address" and "Use the following DNS server
addresses", then input the following values: Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the "IP address" field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses.
IP address: 192.168.2.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Preferred DNS Server: 192.168.2.1 Click `OK' when finished.
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IV-1-2-5. Mac
1. Have your Macintosh computer operate as usual, and click on "System
Preferences"
2. In System Preferences, click on "Network". 3. Click on "Wi-Fi" in the left panel and then click "Advanced" in the lower
right corner.
4. Select "TCP/IP" from the top menu and select "Manually" from the drop
down menu labeled "Configure IPv4", then click "OK".
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Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the "IP address" field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses.
5. In the "IPv4 Address" and "Subnet Mask" field enter IP address
192.168.2.10 and subnet mask 255.255.255.0. Click on "OK".
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6. Click "Apply" to save the changes.
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IV-1-3. How to Find Your Network Security Key To find your network security key, please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system.
If you are using Windows XP or earlier, please contact your ISP or router manufacturer to find your network security key. IV-1-3-1. Windows 7 & Vista
1. Open "Control Panel" and click on "Network and Internet" in the top
menu.
2. Click on "View network status and tasks" which is under the heading
"Network and Sharing Center".
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3. Click on "Manage wireless networks" in the left menu. 4. You should see the profile of your Wi-Fi network in the list. Right click on
your Wi-Fi network and then click on "Properties".
5.Click on the "Security" tab, and then check the box labeled "Show
characters". This will show your network security key. Click the "Cancel" button to close the window.
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IV-1-3-2. Mac
1. Open a new Finder window, and select "Applications" from the menu on
the left side. Open the folder labeled "Utilities" and then open the application "Keychain Access".
2. Select "Passwords" from the sub-menu labeled "Category" on the left side,
as shown below. Then search the list in the main panel for the SSID of your network. In this example, the SSID is "EdimaxWireless" though your SSID will be unique to your network.
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3. Double click the SSID of your network and you will see the following
window.
4. Check the box labeled "Show password" and you will be asked to enter
your administrative password, which you use to log into your Mac. Enter your password and click "Allow".
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Your network security password will now be displayed in the field next to the box labeled "Show password". In the example below, the network security password is "edimax1234". Please make a note of your network security password.
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IV-1-4. How to Find Your Router's IP Address To find your router's IP address, please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. IV-1-4-1. Windows XP, Vista & 7
1. Go to "Start", select "Run" and type "cmd", then press Enter or click "OK".
2. A new window will open, type "ipconfig" and press Enter.
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3. Your router's IP address will be displayed next to "Default Gateway".
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IV-1-4-2. Windows 8
1. From the Windows 8 Start screen, move your curser to the top right
corner of the screen to display the Charms bar.
2. Click "Search" and enter "cmd" into the search bar. Click the "Command
Prompt" app which be displayed on the left side.
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3. A new window will open, type "ipconfig" and press Enter.
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4.Your router's IP address will be displayed next to "Default Gateway".
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IV-1-4-3. Mac
1. Launch "System Preferences" and click on "Network". 2. If you are using an Ethernet cable to connect to your network, your
router's IP address will be displayed next to "Router".
3. If you are using Wi-Fi, click "Wi-Fi" in the left panel, and then "Advanced"
in the bottom right corner.
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4. Click the "TCP/IP" tab and your router's IP address will be displayed next
to "Router".
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IV-2. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network For help connecting to your device's Edimax.Setup SSID for initial setup, or to connect to your device's new Wi-Fi network (SSID) after setup is complete, follow the guide below:
Below is an example of how to connect using Windows Vista the process may vary slightly for other versions of Windows.
1. Click the network icon ( , or ) in the system tray and select "Connect
to a network".
2. Search for the SSID of your BR-6208AC and then click "Connect". If you set
a password for your network, you will then be prompted to enter it.
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3. After correctly entering your password, you will be successfully connected
to the BR-6208AC's wireless network.
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IV-3. Troubleshooting
1. In range extender mode, is my BR-6208AC dual-band?
a. Yes. The BR-6208AC can extend 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi signals concurrently, but you must connect your BR-6208AC to each (2.4GHz & 5GHz) network separately during iQ setup. During iQ Setup, you will be asked to select both a 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi network to extend, as well as specify a new SSID (name) and password for each of the networks that your BR-6208AC's will broadcast/extend.
You can disable either 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi during iQ setup if there is no appropriate source network available, or if you do not wish to use it. If either the 2.4GHz or 5GHz frequency band is disabled, wireless clients/devices on the same frequency band will be unable to connect to your range extender.
2. In range extender mode, if my BR-6208AC is set up as a dual-band extender, what happens when I connect a wired Ethernet client?
a. When you connect a network device to your BR-6208AC in range extender mode via Ethernet cable, by default the network device will connect to the 5GHz network. If there is no 5GHz network available, the network device will connect to the 2.4GHz network instead.
3. In range extender mode, how do I connect to a network which has a hidden SSID?
a. During iQ Setup, you can manually enter a SSID in the "Wi-Fi network name" field as shown below, for either/both 2.4GHz and 5GHz, along with the relevant encryption information.
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Wi-Fi network name Range extender SSID
Encryption

Enter the SSID (network name) of your existing, hidden network.
Enter an SSID for the BR-6208AC or leave it blank to use a default which consists of your existing router's SSID (above) +"_2EX". Select and enter the encryption information for your existing, hidden network.

4. What do the LEDs mean?
The LEDs can be identified by icons on the underside of the BR-6208AC.

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LED

Color LED Status Description

Power Internet

On White
Off
On
Blue Flashing

2.4GHz Wi-Fi 5GHz Wi-Fi

On Blue Flashing
Off
On Blue
Flashing Off

BR-6208AC is on.
BR-6208AC is off.
Internet connection is ready. Factory default state, or Ethernet cable not connected, or no Internet connection. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi wireless activity (transferring/receiving data). 2.4GHz WPS is active. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi not active. 5GHz Wi-Fi wireless activity (transferring/receiving data). 5GHz WPS is active. 5GHz Wi-Fi not active.

5. I can't access the Internet.
a. Ensure that all cables are connected properly. Try a different Ethernet cable. b. Check if you can access the web based configuration interface. If not, please
ensure your Wi-Fi device is set to use a dynamic IP address. If you are unsure how to do this, try using a computer and refer to the user manual for guidance. c. Login to the web based configuration interface and go to Internet > WAN Setup and check that the connection type is correct. If you are unsure which internet connection type you have, please contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). d. Connect a computer directly to your modem and check if you can access the internet. If you can't, please contact your Internet service provider for assistance.
6. I can't open the web based configuration interface.
a. Please ensure your Wi-Fi device is set to use a dynamic IP address. If you are unsure how to do this, try using a computer and refer to IV-1-1. How to check that your computer uses a dynamic IP address.

7. How do I reset my device to factory default settings?
a. To reset the device back to its factory default settings, press and hold the WPS/Reset button for over 10 seconds, until the white power LED begins to
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flash. Please wait a few minutes for the product to restart. When the device restarts, all settings will be reset. Default settings are displayed on the product label on the bottom of the device, as shown below:

Router Login

Enter this URL in a web browser to run iQ Setup or

configure advanced settings. You must be

connected to the device by Wi-Fi or Ethernet

cable.

Username/Password This is the default username and password to

access the browser based configuration interface when you go to the "Router Login" URL (above).

Wi-Fi Network

This is the default Wi-Fi network name for the

Name

device. Search for this name (SSID) and connect to it in order to access the "Router Login" URL

(above).

MAC

A MAC address is unique to every device and is

PIN CODE

used for identification within a network. Your device's unique MAC address is displayed here. This is your device's PIN code for Wi-Fi Protected

Setup (WPS).

8. I forgot my password.
a. Reset the router to its factory default settings and use the default username admin and default password 1234. Default settings are displayed on the product label on the bottom of the device, as shown above.
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9. My BR-6208AC has a weak wireless signal.
Weak signals are usually caused by interference from other devices or obstacles blocking the BR-6208AC's wireless signal:
a. Keep the device away from other radio devices such as microwaves or cordless phones.
b. Do not put the device in the corner of a room or under/nearby metal. c. Ensure there are as few obstacles as possible between the BR-6208AC and your
wireless network device.
In range extender mode, the BR-6208AC's weak wireless signal may be in turn caused by a weak signal from your existing router. It's important to choose a good location for the BR-6208AC in relation to your existing wireless router. The best location is roughly in the middle between your existing wireless router and the area you would like to be covered by the BR-6208AC. If you are too far away from your existing router, then it is difficult for the BR-6208AC to receive a wireless signal.
10.Do the Internet and LAN ports work the same when the device is in different modes?
No, the Internet and LAN ports have slightly different functions depending on the operating mode of the device.
a. In Wi-Fi router mode, the Internet port is for a direct connection to your xDSL modem. The LAN ports are for wired network clients.
b. In access point mode, the Internet port is not functional. Connect your existing router to the device's LAN port, and the other LAN ports can connect wired network clients.
c. In range extender mode, the Internet port is not functional and the all of LAN ports are for wired network clients. Do not connect your existing router to the device's Internet or LAN ports, as this can cause the device to malfunction.
d. In wireless bridge mode, the Internet port is not functional and the all of LAN ports are for wired network clients.
e. In WISP mode, the Internet port is not functional and the all of LAN ports are for wired network clients.
11. A firmware upgrade failed and the BR-6208AC isn't working.
Firmware upgrade failures can happen occasionally due to power cuts or unstable connections. In this scenario, you need to first connect a computer to one of your BR-6208AC's LAN ports using an Ethernet cable. Then you need to modify your computer's IP address to 192.168.2.x where x is any value between 3 and 254. Refer to IV-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer if you
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need guidance to do so. From there, you need to go to 192.168.2.1 in a web browser, and you will see the page below: Click "Browse" to locate the firmware file on your computer and then click "Upload" to upload the new firmware. It may take several minutes to complete, please wait and follow the instructions on screen.
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V. Glossary
Default Gateway (Wireless bridge): Every non-access point IP device needs to configure a default gateway's IP address. When the device sends out an IP packet, if the destination is not on the same network, the device has to send the packet to its default gateway, which will then send it out towards the destination.
DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically gives every computer on your home network an IP address.
DNS Server IP Address: DNS stands for Domain Name System, which allows Internet servers to have a domain name (such as www.Broadbandaccess point.com) and one or more IP addresses (such as 74.125.128.104). A DNS server keeps a database of Internet servers and their respective domain names and IP addresses, so that when a domain name is requested (as in typing "Broadbandaccess point.com" into your Internet browser), the user is sent to the proper IP address. The DNS server IP address used by the computers on your home network is the location of the DNS server your ISP has assigned to you.
DSL Modem: DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. A DSL modem uses your existing phone lines to transmit data at high speeds.
Ethernet: A standard for computer networks. Ethernet networks are connected by special cables and hubs, and move data around at up to 10/100 million bits per second (Mbps).
IP Address and Network (Subnet) Mask: IP stands for Internet Protocol. An IP address consists of a series of four numbers separated by periods, that identifies a single, unique Internet computer host in an IP network. Example: 192.168.2.1. It consists of 2 portions: the IP network address, and the host identifier.
The IP address is a 32-bit binary pattern, which can be represented as four cascaded decimal numbers separated by ".": aaa.aaa.aaa.aaa, where each "aaa" can be anything from 000 to 255, or as four cascaded binary numbers separated by ".": bbbbbbbb.bbbbbbbb.bbbbbbbb.bbbbbbbb, where each "b" can either be 0 or 1.
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A network mask is also a 32-bit binary pattern, and consists of consecutive leading 1's followed by consecutive trailing 0's, such as 11111111.11111111.11111111.00000000. Therefore sometimes a network mask can also be described simply as "x" number of leading 1's. When both are represented side by side in their binary forms, all bits in the IP address that correspond to 1's in the network mask become part of the IP network address, and the remaining bits correspond to the host ID.
For example, if the IP address for a device is, in its binary form, 11011001.10110000.10010000.00000111, and if its network mask is, 11111111.11111111.11110000.00000000 It means the device's network address is 11011001.10110000.10010000.00000000, and its host ID is, 00000000.00000000.00000000.00000111. This is a convenient and efficient method for access points to route IP packets to their destination.
ISP Gateway Address: (see ISP for definition). The ISP Gateway Address is an IP address for the Internet access point located at the ISP's office.
ISP: Internet Service Provider. An ISP is a business that provides connectivity to the Internet for individuals and other businesses or organizations.
LAN: Local Area Network. A LAN is a group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area (such as a house or an office). Your home network is considered a LAN.
MAC Address: MAC stands for Media Access Control. A MAC address is the hardware address of a device connected to a network. The MAC address is a unique identifier for a device with an Ethernet interface. It is comprised of two parts: 3 bytes of data that corresponds to the Manufacturer ID (unique for each manufacturer), plus 3 bytes that are often used as the product's serial number.
NAT: Network Address Translation. This process allows all of the computers on your home network to use one IP address. Using the broadband access point's NAT capability, you can access the Internet from any computer on your home network without having to purchase more IP addresses from your ISP.
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Port: Network Clients (LAN PC) uses port numbers to distinguish one network application/protocol over another. Below is a list of common applications and protocol/port numbers:

Application Protocol Port Number

Telnet

TCP 23

FTP

TCP 21

SMTP

TCP 25

POP3

TCP 110

H.323

TCP 1720

SNMP

UCP 161

SNMP Trap UDP 162

HTTP

TCP 80

PPTP

TCP 1723

PC Anywhere TCP 5631

PC Anywhere UDP 5632

Access point: A access point is an intelligent network device that forwards packets between different networks based on network layer address information such as IP addresses.
Subnet Mask: A subnet mask, which may be a part of the TCP/IP information provided by your ISP, is a set of four numbers (e.g. 255.255.255.0) configured like an IP address. It is used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network (as opposed to valid IP address numbers recognized by the Internet, which must be assigned by InterNIC).
TCP/IP, UDP: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP). TCP/IP is the standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet. Both TCP and UDP are transport layer protocol. TCP performs proper error detection and error recovery, and thus is reliable. UDP on the other hand is not reliable. They both run on top of the IP (Internet Protocol), a network layer protocol.
WAN: Wide Area Network. A network that connects computers located in geographically separate areas (e.g. different buildings, cities, countries). The Internet is a wide area network.

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Web-based management Graphical User Interface (GUI): Many devices support a graphical user interface that is based on the web browser. This means the user can use the familiar Netscape or Microsoft Internet Explorer to Control/configure or monitor the device being managed.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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 or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the authority to operate equipment.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 2.5cm (1 inch) during normal operation.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Exposure Requirements This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1999 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C. The equipment version marketed in US is restricted to usage of the channels 1-11 only.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of March 9, 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE). The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8, 2000.
Safety This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
EU Countries Intended for Use The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, and United Kingdom. The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.
EU Countries Not Intended for Use None
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EU Declaration of Conformity

English: This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC.

Français: Cet équipement est conforme aux exigences essentielles et autres dispositions de la

Cestina: Polski: Român:

directive 1999/5/CE, 2009/125/CE. Toto zaízení je v souladu se základními pozadavky a ostatními píslusnými ustanoveními smrnic 1999/5/ES, 2009/125/ES. Urzdzenie jest zgodne z ogólnymi wymaganiami oraz szczególnymi warunkami okrelonymi Dyrektyw UE 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC. Acest echipament este în conformitate cu cerinele eseniale i alte prevederi relevante ale

Directivei 1999/5/CE, 2009/125/CE. :

Magyar:

1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC. Ez a berendezés megfelel az alapvet követelményeknek és más vonatkozó irányelveknek

Türkçe:

(1999/5/EK, 2009/125/EC). Bu cihaz 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC direktifleri zorunlu istekler ve dier hükümlerle ile

uyumludur. : 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC. Slovencina: Toto zariadenie spa základné poziadavky a alsie príslusné ustanovenia smerníc

1999/5/ES, 2009/125/ES.

Deutsch: Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Voraussetzungen gemäß den Richtlinien 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC.

Español: El presente equipo cumple los requisitos esenciales de la Directiva 1999/5/EC,

2009/125/EC.

Italiano: Questo apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti essenziali e alle altre disposizioni applicabili

della Direttiva 1999/5/CE, 2009/125/CE.

Nederlands: Dit apparaat voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en andere van toepassing zijnde bepalingen

van richtlijn 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC.

Português: Este equipamento cumpre os requesitos essênciais da Directiva 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC.

Norsk:

Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de viktigste kravene og andre relevante regler i Direktiv

1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC.

Svenska: Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga kraven och övriga relevanta

bestämmelser i direktiv 1999/5/EG, 2009/125/EG.

Dansk:

Dette udstyr er i overensstemmelse med de væsentligste krav og andre relevante

forordninger i direktiv 1999/5/EC, 2009/125/EC.

Suomi: Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 1999/5/EY, 2009/125/EY oleelliset vaatimukset ja muut

asiaankuuluvat määräykset.

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WEEE Directive & Product Disposal
At the end of its serviceable life, this product should not be treated as household or general waste. It should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment, or returned to the supplier for disposal.
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Declaration of Conformity

We, Edimax Technology Co., Ltd., declare under our sole responsibility, that the equipment described below complies with the requirements of the European R&TTE directives.
Equipment: AC750 Multi-Function Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router Model No.: BR-6208AC

The following European standards for essential requirements have been followed:

Directives 1999/5/EC

Spectrum

EMC

Safety (LVD)

ETSI EN 300 328 V1.8.1 (2012-06); ETSI EN 301 893 V1.7.1 (2012-06) EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 (2011-09); EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1 (2012-09); IEC 60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition);Am 1:2009 EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

Recommendation19 99/5/EC

EMF

: EN 62311:2008

Directives 2006/95/EC

Safety (LVD)

: IEC 60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition);Am 1:2009

EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

Edimax Technology Co., Ltd. No. 3, Wu Chuan 3rd Road,
Wu-Ku Industrial Park, New Taipei City, Taiwan
Date of Signature: March, 2014 Signature:

Printed Name: Title:

Albert Chang Director Edimax Technology Co., Ltd.

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