SMC SMCWBR14S-N4 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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Introduction

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Ethernet RJ-45 Ports

The

wireless AP/Router

has the following RJ-45 ports:

•

The four RJ-45 LAN ports are for connections to PCs or to a 10/100 Mbps network

switch.

•

The RJ-45 WAN port is for connection to a DSL or cable modem, or to a LAN or

other device that provides your Internet access.

All RJ-45 ports auto-negotiate the operating speed to 10/100 Mbps, the mode to

half/full duplex, and the pin signals to MDI/MDI-X. Automatic MDI/MDI-X support

enables you to use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs,

switches, or hubs.

Power Socket

The

wireless AP/Router

does not have a power switch. It is powered on when

connected to the AC power adapter, and the power adapter is connected to a power

source. The power adapter automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-240

volts at 50 or 60 Hz. No voltage range settings are required.

Reset Button

The Reset button can be used to restart the wireless AP/Router or restore the

factory default configuration. If you press the button for less than 5 seconds, the

wireless AP/Router

will restart. If you press and hold down the button for 5 seconds

or more, any configuration changes you may have made are removed and the

wireless AP/Router

is restored to its factory default configuration.

WPS Button

Use the WPS button on the wireless AP/Router to automatically connect devices to

the network. Within two minutes, press the physical or virtual button on a single

wireless client device to enable it to join the WLAN.

The WPS configuration process may be initiated on any device. Only one client

device can connect with the wireless AP/Router after the WPS button is pressed.

There is no restriction to the order in which buttons are pressed.

Note:

Any WPS-compatible devices could unintentionally join the WLAN if they are

within range during the two-minute set up period after the WPS button is pressed.

Note that only one device at a time can join the network when using the WPS

button.

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Hardware Installation

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Hardware Installation

1.

Select a Site

– Choose a proper place for the

wireless AP/Router

. In general,

the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of

sight of all wireless devices. For optimum performance, consider these points:

•

Mount the

wireless AP/Router

as high as possible above any obstructions in

the coverage area.

•

Avoid mounting next to or near building support columns or other

obstructions that may cause reduced signal or null zones in parts of the

coverage area.

•

Mount away from any signal absorbing or reflecting structures (such as those

containing metal).

Note:

When choosing a site for mounting the router on a wall, consider the accessibility

for network cabling.

2.

Mount the

Wireless AP/Router

– The

wireless AP/Router

can be mounted on

any horizontal surface.

Mounting on a wall or wood surface – The access point should be mounted

only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its

equivalent.

•

For wall or wood surface mounting, use a cross-head screwdriver and the

20-mm M4 tap screws (not included). Or, drill two holes and insert two hooks.

•

Mount the access point to the screws or hooks.

Note:

Mount the router with the front panel facing upward so that the status LED

indicators are clearly visible.

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Chapter 2: Installation

The wireless AP/Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the

web-based management interface. For information on setting the mode suitable for

your network environment, see “Operation Mode configuration” on page 5-4.

•

Gateway Mode

— A gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and wireless clients

to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL modem. This is the factory

set default mode.

•

Bridge Mode

— An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wireless

clients.

In addition to these basic operating modes, the wireless interface supports a

Wireless Distribution System (WDS) link to another wireless AP/Router. These

advanced configurations are not described in this section. See “Network Planning”

on page 3-1 for more information.

In a basic configuration, how the wireless AP/Router is connected depends on the

operating mode. The following sections describe connections for basic Gateway

Mode and Bridge Mode operation.

Gateway Mode

In its default Gateway Mode, the wireless AP/Router forwards traffic between an

Internet connected cable or ADSL modem, and wired or wireless PCs or notebooks.

The basic connections are illustrated in the figure below.

Figure 2-1.

Gateway Mode Connection

4.

Set up wireless

devices

Notebook PC

3.

Connect AC power

adapter to

power source

2.

Connect LAN port

to PC

Cable/DSL Modem

1.

Connect WAN port to

cable/DSL modem

Internet

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Installation

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To connect the wireless AP/Router in Gateway Mode for use as an Internet gateway,

follow these steps:

1.

Connect an Ethernet cable from the wireless AP/Router’s WAN port to your

Internet connected cable or ADSL modem.

2.

Connect an Ethernet cable from the wireless AP/Router’s LAN port to your PC.

Alternatively, you can connect to a workgroup switch to support multiple users.

The wireless AP/Router can support up to 253 wired and wireless users.

3.

Power on the wireless AP/Router by connecting the AC power adapter and

plugging it into a power source.

Caution:

Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the wireless AP/Router. Otherwise,

the product may be damaged.

When you power on the wireless AP/Router, verify that the Power LED turns on

and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under “LED

Indicators” on page 1-3.

4.

Set up wireless devices by pressing the WPS button on the wireless AP/Router

or by using the web interface. See “Initial Configuration” on page 4-1 for more

information on accessing the web interface.

Bridge Mode

In Bridge Mode, the wireless AP/Router operates as a wireless access point,

extending a local wired network to associated wireless clients (PCs or notebooks

with wireless capability). From any nearby location, you can then make a wireless

connection to the wireless AP/Router and access the wired network resources,

including local servers and the Internet.

In Bridge Mode, the wireless AP/Router does not support gateway functions on its

WAN port. Both the LAN port and the WAN ports can be connected to a local

Ethernet LAN.

Note:

Bridge Mode is not the factory default mode and must be manually set using the

web management interface.

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