KEEBOX Wireless 11n Router

VCI

Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) used in

conjunction with the VPI to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your

computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the

VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can

be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface.

VCI

Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) used in

conjunction with the VPI to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your

computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the

VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can

be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface.

Information you will need about the Router

Username

This is the Username needed access the Router’s management interface. When you attempt to connect

to the device through a web browser you will be prompted to enter this Username. The default Username

for the Router is “admin.” The user cannot change this.

Password

This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you access the Router’s management interface.

The default Password is blank The user may change this.

LAN IP addresses for the Router

This is the IP address you will enter into the Address field of your web browser to access the Router’s

configuration graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser. The default IP address is 192.168.10.1.

This may be changed to suit any IP address scheme the user desires. This address will be the base IP

address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled.

LAN Subnet Mask for the Router

This is the subnet mask used by the Router, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet

mask is 255.255.255.0. This can be changed later.

Information you will need about your LAN or computer

Ethernet NIC

If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the Router to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet

cable. You can also use the Ethernet ports on the Router to connect to other computer or Ethernet

devices.

DHCP Client status

The ADSL Router is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server. This means that it can assign an IP

address, subnet mask, and a default gateway address to computers on your LAN. The default range of IP

addresses the Router will assign are from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254. Your computer (or computers)

needs to be configured to obtain an IP address automatically (that is, they need to be configured as

DHCP clients.)

It is recommended that your collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in

case you have to re-configure your ADSL connection in the future.

Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure the Router.

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Wireless Tips

The following are some general wireless tips to help minimize the impact of interference within an

environment.

Assign your network a unique SSID.

Do not use anything that would be identifying like “Smith Family

Network”.

Choose something that you would easily identify when searching for available wireless

networks.

Do

not

turn off the SSID broadcast.

The SSID broadcast is intended to be on and turning it off can cause

connectivity issues.

The preferred method of securing a wireless network is to choose a strong form of

encryption with a strong and varied encryption key.

Note: after setting up the SSID, encryption type and encryption key/passphrase, please make a note of

them for future reference. You will need this information to connect your wireless computers to the

wireless router/access point.

Change the channel.

Most wireless access points and routers are defaulted to channel 6.

If you have a

site survey tool that will display the channels you can plan your channel selection around neighboring

access points to minimize interference from them.

If your site survey tool does not display the channel try

using channels 1 or 11.

If using 802.11n you should be securing the network with WPA2 security.

Note:

Due to Wi-Fi certification considerations if you choose WEP, WPA or WPA2-TKIP encryption this

device may operate in legacy wireless mode (802.11b/g).

You may not get 802.11n performance as

these forms of encryption are not supported by the 802.11n specification.

Please also make sure that the wireless hardware is not placed in any type of shelving or enclosures.

Avoid stacking hardware on top of each other to prevent overheating issues.

Maintain enough free space

around the hardware for good ventilation and airflow. There should also be plenty of free space around

the antennas to allow the wireless signal to propagate.

There are a number of other environmental factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.

1.

Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather than at an

angle.

The more material the signal has to pass through the more signal you will lose.

2.

Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the range of a

wireless device.

Position the wireless devices in a manner that will minimize the amount of

obstructions between them.

3.

Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor environment, try

to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through less dense material such as

dry wall.

Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass or even furniture may block or

degrade the signal.

4.

Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the wireless

adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for your wireless devices.

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5.

Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact your signal.

Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF noise, such as

microwaves, HAM radios, Walkie-Talkies and baby monitors.

6.

Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such as 2.4GHz

cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz frequency can potentially

drop the wireless signal.

Although the phone may not be in use, the base can still transmit

wireless signal.

Move the phone’s base station as far away as possible from your wireless

devices.

If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices or

installing additional access points.

The use of higher gain antennas may also provide the

necessary coverage depending on the environment.

D

The Router connects two separat

evice Installation

e physical interfaces, an ADSL (WAN) and an Ethernet (LAN) interface.

see the LED indicators on

Power on Router

power adapter included with the device.

the rear panel of the Router

cators to make sure the

Factory Reset Button

tory default settings by using a ballpoint or paperclip to gently

evice for approximately 5 to 8 seconds.

n flash memory including user account information

Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power

source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. Make

sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard.

As with any electrical appliance, observe common sense safety procedures.

he Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to

T

the front if you need to view them for troubleshooting.

The Router must be used with the

.

Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on

1

and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source.

2.

You should see the Power LED indicator light up green.

ck the LAN LED indi

3.

If the Ethernet port is connected to a working device, che

connection is valid. The Router will attempt to establish the ADSL connection, if the ADSL line is

connected and the Router is properly configured this should light up after several seconds. If this is

the first time installing the device, some settings may need to be changed before the Router can

establish a connection.

The Router may be reset to the original fac

push down the reset button in the following sequence:

1.

Ensure the Router is powered on.

the back of the d

2.

Press and hold the reset button on

3.

This process should take around 1 to 2 minutes.

em

R

ember that this will wipe out any settings stored i

and LAN IP settings. The device settings will be restored to the factory default IP address

192.168.10.1

and the subnet mask is

255.255.255.0

, the default management Username is “admin” and the default

Password is “admin.”

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Network Connections

Connect ADSL Line

Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug

one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Router and insert the

other end into the RJ-11 wall socket. If you are using a low pass filter device, follow the instructions

included with the device or given to you by your service provider. The ADSL connection represents the

WAN interface, the connection to the Internet. It is the physical link to the service provider’s network

backbone and ultimately to the Internet.

Connect Router to Ethernet

The Router may be connected to a single computer or Ethernet device through the 10BASE-TX Ethernet

port on the rear panel. Any connection to an Ethernet concentrating device such as a switch or hub must

operate at a speed of 10/100 Mbps only. When connecting the Router to any Ethernet device that is

capable of operating at speeds higher than 10Mbps, be sure that the device has auto-negotiation (NWay)

enabled for the connecting port. Use standard twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port

on the Router is a crossed port (MDI-X). Follow standard Ethernet guidelines when deciding what type of

cable to use to make this connection. When connecting the Router directly to a PC or server use a normal

straight-through cable. You should use a crossed cable when connecting the Router to a normal (MDI-X)

port on a switch or hub. Use a normal straight-through cable when connecting it to an uplink (MDI-II) port

on a hub or switch. The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Router connection. Be

sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Router does not exceed 100 meters.

Hub or Switch to Router Connection

Connect the Router to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable. If

you wish to reserve the uplink port on the switch or hub for another device, connect to any on the other

MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable.

Computer to Router Connection

You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC

using the Ethernet cable provided.

Package Contents

•

Keebox Wireless 11n Router

•

Power Adapter

•

Ethernet Cable

•

Manual and Warranty on CD

Warning:

Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the Router will

cause damage and void the warranty for this product.

System Requirements

•

Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem

•

Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed

Ethernet adapter

•

Internet Explorer 6 or Firefox 2.0 or above (for configuration)

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Hardware Overview

Connections

Reset Button

Press the button to restore

the Router to its original

factory default settings.

Power Insert

Use the adapter shipped with

the Router to connect to

power source.

Antenna

WAN Port

The Auto MDI/MDIX WAN port is the

connection for the Ethernet cable to

the Cable or DSL modem.

LAN Ports

Connect Ethernet devices such as

computers, switches and hubs.

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