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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Home Router
Overview
Wireless-N Home Router
•
Wireless MAC Filter. Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices
transmitting within your network’s radius.
•
Advanced Wireless Settings. For advanced users, you can alter data transmission settings on this screen.
Security
•
Firewall. You can enable or disable the Router’s firewall, as well as various filters.
•
VPN Passthrough. To enable or disable IPSec, L2TP, and/or PPTP Passthrough, use this screen.
Access Restrictions
Internet Access Policy. Create policies to control Internet access for your local network users.
Applications & Gaming
•
Single Port Forwarding. This allows you to do port mapping and forwarding for a single service port.
•
Port Range Forwarding. Set up public services or other specialized Internet applications on your network.
•
Port Range Triggering. Configure the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers.
•
DMZ. Click this tab to allow one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of special-purpose services.
•
QoS. Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic.
Administration
•
Management. On this screen, alter the Router’s password, access privileges, and UPnP settings. You can also
use this screen to back up and restore the Router’s configuration file.
•
Log. If you want to view activity logs, click this tab.
•
Diagnostics. If you want to run a ping or traceroute test, then use this screen.
•
Factory Defaults. If you want to restore the Router’s factory defaults, then use this screen.
•
Firmware Upgrade. Click this tab if you want to upgrade the Router’s firmware.
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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Home Router
How to Access the Web-based Utility
Wireless-N Home Router
Status
•
Router. This screen provides status information about the Router.
•
Local Network. This provides status information about the local network.
•
Wireless Network. This provides status information about the wireless network.
How to Access the Web-based Utility
To access the Web-based Utility of the Router, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the
Router’s default IP address,
192.168.1.1
, in the
Address
field. Press the
Enter
key.
A screen will appear asking you for your User name and Password. Leave the
User Name
field blank. Enter
admin
in the
Password
field. Then click the
OK
button.
Make the necessary changes through the Utility. When you have finished making changes to a screen, click the
Save Settings
button to save the changes, or click the
Cancel Changes
button to undo your changes. For
information on a tab, click
Help
.
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
The
Basic Setup
screen is the first screen you see when you access the Web-based Utility.
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router for your Internet connection type. This information can be
obtained from your ISP.
Internet Connection Type
The Router supports six connection types: Automatic Configuration - DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, Telstra Cable,
and L2TP. Each
Basic Setup
screen and available features will differ depending on what kind of connection type
you select.
Automatic Configuration - DHCP
By default, the Router’s Internet Connection Type is set to
Automatic Configuration - DHCP
, and it should be
used only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.
Figure 5-1: Router Login
Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup
(Automatic Configuration - DHCP)
NOTE:
Some of these connection types may not
be available in your area.
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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Home Router
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
Wireless-N Home Router
Static IP
If you are required to use a permanent IP address, then select
Static IP
.
Internet IP Address
. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will
provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask
. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external users on the Internet (including your
ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway
. Your ISP will provide you with the Default Gateway Address.
DNS 1-3
. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address.
PPPoE
Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections for
end-users. If you use a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to
enable it.
User Name and Password
. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Service Name
. If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name.
Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time
. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it
has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your
connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter
0
in the
Max Idle Time
field.
Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.
Keep Alive and Redial Period
. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it
sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection
is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio
button next to
Keep Alive
. The default Redial Period is
30
seconds.
Click the
Save Settings
button. Then click the
Status
tab, and click the
Connect
button.
Figure 5-3: Static IP
Figure 5-4: PPPoE
IMPORTANT:
For DSL users, if you need to enable PPPoE support, remember to remove any
PPPoE applications that are installed on your PCs.
static ip address
: a fixed address
assigned to a computer or device
connected to a network.
pppoe
: a type of broadband connection that
provides authentication (username and
password) in addition to data transport
subnet mask
: an address code that
determines the size of the network
default gateway
: a device that forwards
Internet traffic from your local area network
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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Home Router
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
Wireless-N Home Router
PPTP
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe and Israel only.
Server IP Address
. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will
provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask
. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external users on the Internet (including your
ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway
. Your ISP will provide you with the Default Gateway Address.
User Name and Password
. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time
. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it
has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your
connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter
0
in the
Max Idle Time
field.
Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.
Keep Alive and Redial Period
. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it
sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection
is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio
button next to
Keep Alive
. The default Redial Period is
30
seconds.
Click the
Save Settings
button. Then click the
Status
tab, and click the
Connect
button.
Telstra Cable
Telstra Cable is a service used in Australia only. Check with your ISP for the necessary setup information.
Server IP Address
. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will
provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
User Name and Password
. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Click the
Save Settings
button. Then click the
Status
tab, and click the
Connect
button.
Figure 5-5: PPTP
Figure 5-6: Telstra Cable
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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Home Router
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
Wireless-N Home Router
L2TP
Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that tunnels Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) across the Internet. It
is used mostly in European countries. Check with your ISP for the necessary setup information.
Server IP Address
. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will
provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
User Name and Password
. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time
. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it
has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your
connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter
0
in the
Max Idle Time
field.
Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.
Keep Alive and Redial Period
. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it
sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection
is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio
button next to
Keep Alive
. The default Redial Period is
30
seconds.
Click the
Save Settings
button. Then click the
Status
tab, and click the
Connect
button.
Optional Settings
Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.
Host Name and Domain Name
. Some ISPs require these names as identification. You may have to check with
your ISP to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most
cases, leaving these fields blank will work.
MTU
. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for network
transmission. To manually set a value, select
Manual
and enter the value desired in the
Size
field. You should
leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. Most DSL users should use the value 1492. The default is
Auto
, which
allows the Router to select the best MTU for your Internet connection.
packet
: a unit of data sent over a network.
Figure 5-7: L2TP

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