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User Manual for Professional Firmware
WHR-HP-G300N
AirStation NFINITI HighPower Router and Access point
WHR-HP-GN
AirStation Wireless N Technology HighPower Router and Access point
www.buffalotech.com
35011411 ver.02
Configuration via the Web Interface
EoIP Tunnel [WZR-HP-G300-NH only]
FreeRadius [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
Milkfish SIP Router [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
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Access Point attached to a network / Internet gateway
GNU General Public License – Terms and Conditions or Copying,
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1. Introduction
1.1. Welcome
This AirStation wireless router comes with two different firmware packages. You may use either the dd-wrt-based Professional firmware or the simple User-friendly firmware. By default, the Professional firmware is installed.
1.2. Device Configuration
From the factory, the router is configured as a network bridge. That means that all network interfaces can communicate with each other using this default bridge. The router is ready to use with a few simple adjustments.
Because all interfaces are attached to the bridge by default, they all have the same IP configuration:
IP address 192.168.11.1
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
DHCP server enabled
DHCP-Range 192.168.11.2 - 66
The Wireless LAN interface is activated by default with a SSID generated from the device’s MAC address. For security, unused interfaces should be disabled. Wireless LAN interfaces that are not disabled should be configured with secure encryption (WPA2 or WPA is recommended) and a secure password.
Connect your computer to the router with an Ethernet LAN cable and power the router on. It will take about 30 seconds to boot. You can then access it via telnet or web browser at the IP address
192.168.11.1. The DHCP server in the router is enabled by default. If your PC’s Ethernet is configured for DHCP it should receive an IP address from the router’s DHCP server. If not, please configure the
Ethernet interface with an address from the 192.168.11.x subnet.
Because all relevant settings can be made using the web interface, this manual refers to configuration via the web GUI only.
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2. Configuration via the Web Interface
The router contains an integrated web server that provides an easy to use web interface. It allows configuration, administration, and status checking in a simple but effective way.
When accessing the web GUI for the first time, change the default username and password. By default, the router’s status page can be accessed without authentication, but this can be disabled.
The web interface was successfully tested on the following browsers:
Internet Explorer 7.x and newer versions
Firefox 2.x and newer versions
Safari 2.x and newer versions
2.1. Preparation
Connect your PC to the router and power the router on as described in
1.4.2. After the router has loaded its operating system, you can communicate with it via your LAN network interface.
The easiest way to test if your PC can communicate with the router is to ping 192.168.11.1.
2.2. Web Interface Access
Open a browser window. Enter the address http://192.168.11.1 into the address bar. The status page will be displayed.
When you click on a tab, the login window will pop up. Enter the username and password you previously set.
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2.3. Web Interface Structure
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2.3.1. Setup
Setup Assistant
The setup assistant provides a step-by-step interface for basic router configuration. This configures most common settings automatically.
WAN Setup
Here you’ll find the most important settings to configure your internet access and WAN port. DHCP is enabled by default, but you can also use PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, static IP, or HeartBeat Signal. If you don’t use a password to log in to your ISP, you may need to enter
“0000” for the password. Also, for some ISPs you should not enter the service name, as it will prevent establishing the connection. If you experience connection problems, then leave the service name empty.
WAN Connection Type Description
Disabled
Static IP
The WAN port is disabled.
A static IP address will be used – enter the
IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and server manually.
Automatic
Configuration - DHCP
PPPoE
PPTP
L2TP
The router obtains its WAN-side IP address from a DHCP server.
Configure as PPPoE-client. For VDSL, check the “VDSL-Tagging“ box.
Establishes connection via PPTP.
Establishes connection via L2TP.
HeartBeat Signal If you use a HeartBeat connection, consult your ISP for setup information. HeartBeat
Signal is used only in Australia.
3G/UMTS [WZR-HP-
G300NH only]
Configures Internet Access via 3G/UMTS.
Enable USB in the “Services” section and attach a 3g/UMTS USB stick to the router.
Network Setup
Network Setup configures the router’s basic settings to match the local network. By default these settings are valid for all network ports except the WAN because they are all attached to the default bridge. If ports are disassociated from the bridge they will have different settings.
2.3.1.2.
Dynamic DNS (DynDNS or DDNS)
Dynamic DNS allows the assignment of a DNS record to a dynamically assigned WAN-side IP address. A DynDNS client updates DNS records when your WAN-side IP address changes.
The router’s firmware offers presets for the most common DynDNS services plus an option to define individual settings.
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DynDNS Service
Disabled
Description
Default, no DynDNS
DynDNS.org freedns.afraid.org
ZoneEdit.com
No-IP.com
3322.org easyDNS.com
TZO.com
DynSIP.org
Custom Individual DynDNS service configuration
2.3.1.3. MAC Address Cloning
MAC address cloning lets you assign a different MAC address to the router than the one encoded in the hardware.
Operating Mode
The default operating mode of the router is Gateway. Other routing protocols are available.
Modus Description
BGP BGP Routing
Rip2 Router Rip2 Routing
Router Router
Static Routing
The Static Routing section lets you add static routes. The input parameters are equivalent to the parameters of the Linux command
“route”.
2.3.1.5. Networking
The Networking section allows detailed network configuration.
VLAN Tagging
Use this option to configure VLAN tagging.
Bridging
By default, one bridge (br0) is defined and active. In this section you can define additional bridges and change the interface assignment according to your requirements.
Bonding
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Bonding offers the ability to “bond” interfaces together. Bonding can be used to enhance throughput or provide failover capabilities.
Port Setup
The port setup section allows further configuration of the routers network interfaces. Network interfaces can be separated from the bridge and it is possible to assign separate network settings for each interface. If an interface is separated from the bridge, add routing rules to allow communication between the interface and the bridge or other unbridged interfaces.
DHCPD
Besides the default DHCP server, you can define additional DHCP servers.
2.3.1.6. EoIP Tunnel [WZR-HP-G300-NH only]
EoIP (Ethernet over IP) tunnels can transport Ethernet data packages via a tunnel over existing IP connections. You can define up to 10 tunnels that can also be bonded.
2.3.2. Wireless
Each Wireless LAN interface has its own section in the wireless basic settings screen. The wireless interfaces are labelled ath0 and ath0.1
– ath0.4 depending on the number of radios installed. To correctly identify the antenna connectors, please compare the MAC addresses printed on the enclosure with the addresses displayed in the web interface.
Wireless Mode
This parameter is used to define the operating mode of the Wireless
LAN interface. You can select among the following modes:
Modus Description
AP WLAN Access Point mode (default)
Client
Client-Bridge
AdHoc
WLAN Client mode
Client-Bridge mode allows connecting to another Wireless LAN access point and establishing a network bridge with that access point
AdHoc operating mode, required for building mesh networks
WDS Station
WDS AP
WDS Station is the client in a WDS-AP <-> WDS station bridge. This is a special wireless networking mode that offers better flexibility and security than the classical
MAC address based WDS.
WDS AP is the AP side for WDS AP <-> WDS
Station. A WDS AP allows connections from WDS
Stations and Wireless Clients.
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Wireless Network Mode
Defines the IEEE802.11 networking mode.
Mode Description
Disabled Interface is disabled
Mixed
B-Only
2.4 GHz 802.11b / 802.11g / 802.11n mixed mode
2.4 GHz 802.11b mode (802.11g and 802.11n devices cannot connect)
G-Only
BG-Mixed
2.4 GHz 802.11g mode (802.11b, and 802.11n devices cannot connect)
2.4 GHz 802.11b & 802.11g mixed mode (802.11n devices cannot connect)
NG-Mixed 2.4 GHz 802.11n & 802.11g mixed mode (802.11b devices cannot connect)
N-Only (2.4 GHz) 2.4 GHZ 802.11n mode (802.11a, 802.11b, and
802.11g devices cannot connect)
Channel Width
Some wireless network modes support wireless channel widths besides the standard 20 MHz. 802.11g & 802.11n offer the option to use 40 MHz channels for enhanced throughput. Both the AP and the client must support 40 MHz channels to use them.
Wireless Channel (AP only)
Set the desired wireless channel, or let the router choose a free channel automatically. If the router is in classic WDS (MAC address based) mode, then the wireless channel must be selected manually.
Wireless Network Name (SSID)
The name of the wireless network the radio transmits or connects to
(depending on the wireless mode)
Wireless SSID Broadcast (AP only)
The name of the wireless network (SSID) may be broadcasted or not.
This does not prevent the network from being detected by a wireless network sniffer; it just hides the name.
Advanced Settings
Check this box to get access to advanced wireless settings. These advanced parameters should be only modified by experienced users.
Because wireless data packets can easily be sniffed, wireless connections require a greater level of security to ensure that data cannot be read by unauthorized users.
Security Mode
Mode Description
Disabled No encryption set (not recommended!)
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WPA Personal
WPA Enterprise (AP only)
WPA2 Personal
WPA2 Enterprise (AP only)
WPA2 Personal Mixed
WPA encryption with a passphrase (text password)
WPA encryption with Radius Client authentication according to 802.1x
WPA2 encryption with a passphrase (text password)
WPA2 encryption with Radius Client authentication according to 802.1x
WPA & WPA2 encryption in WPA/WPA2 mixed mode with a passphrase (text password)
WPA2 Enterprise Mixed
(AP only)
WPA & WPA2 encryption in WPA/WPA2 mixed with
Radius Client authentication according to
802.1x
RADIUS
WEP WEP 64 Bit / 128 Bit encryption (insecure; not recommended!)
802.1x (Client only) Client side mode to connect to AP’s working with WPA Enterprise Modes via RADIUS authentication
When using WEP encryption (not recommended), the user can choose between 64 bit and 128 bit keys. Keys can be entered as passphrases that are used to generate the Hex keys. Theoretically 128 bit keys offer a higher level of security but because of design flaws, that’s not the case in actual use.
Key length Description
64 Bit (10
Hexadecimal characters)
Standard
128 Bit (26
Hexadecimal characters)
With WPA or WPA2 encryption, there are several encryption algorithms to choose from. AES is more secure but TKIP is more widely supported.
There is also a TKIP + AES setting, but that does not offer more security than TKIP.
Algorithm Description
TKIP
AES
TKIP encryption, supported by most clients devices
AES encryption offers a better level of security but might not be supported by a number of client devices and requires less cpu processing power.
TKIP + AES Mixed mode – offers best compatibility but doesn’t work in all environments
If RADIUS security is used, the MAC address format has to be set accordingly.
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RADIUS MAC format options
Description aabbcc-ddeeff Standard aabbccddeeff aa:bb:cc:dd:ee:ff aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff
2.3.2.3. AOSS
AOSS (AirStation Onetouch Secure Setup) is Buffalo Technology’s system to automatically connect wireless clients to an access point. AOSS can only be used in AP mode.
Enable AOSS
Enables the AOSS Service. When disabled AOSS cannot be used.
Start AOSS Negotiation
To initiate the AOSS process you can either click the AOSS button in the GUI or hold down the AOSS button on the front of the router for 3 seconds.
Security Modes
You may choose which security modes are offered in the AOSS negotiation process. The use of WEP in general is not recommended due to security concerns.
The MAC Filter defines a list of client MAC addresses that are allowed to connect wirelessly. MAC addresses that aren’t on the list aren’t allowed to connect.
2.3.2.5. WDS
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) is a special access point mode that allows the connection of several access points to form a combined network. Such a network can be used to extend wireless network coverage.
The MAC addresses of the access points nearest to the current access point are entered as WDS nodes. Avoid creating “double” connections, i.e. A <-> B + A <-> B <-> C. These modes are available to connect WDS nodes:
WDS Client Mode Description disabled Standard
Point-to-Point Commonly used mode
LAN
If WDS is enabled, then WDS NAT modes are also available.
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WDS NAT Mode
WLAN -> WDS
WDS -> WLAN
2.3.3. Services
Description
Standard
2.3.3.1. Services
The services section allows the configuration of basic service settings. Telnet and SSH can be configured this way. Remote access options are configured in the Administration section.
Available DHCP Server
Domains
Description
WAN Standard
LAN / WLAN
Rflow / MACupd
Interface Options
Description
LAN & WLAN Standard
LAN
WLAN
2.3.3.2. FreeRadius [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
Certain applications (for example, Chillispot hotspot software) benefit from a RADIUS server for management of user credentials and settings.
Server Certificate
This section contains the parameters to generate the RADIUS server certificate. The certificate needs to be generated before clients can be configured to connect to the RADIUS server.
Certificate Status
Displays the server certificate creation status.
Settings
Choose the port that the RADIUS server uses for client communication.
The default port is 1812.
Clients
This section is used to define RADIUS clients (required for HotSpot usage).
Users
Lists the users defined in the RADIUS servers. Allows creation and modification of accounts.
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Some applications require a PPPoE server on the router, which can be configured here. The PPPoE server is disabled by default.
2.3.3.4. VPN
The router can also be configured as VPN server or VPN client.
PPTP
When defining the PPTP server’s IP range, avoid overlap with the range of IP addresses handed out by DHCP if DHCP is enabled. The IP range is defined using the following syntax:
xxx.xxx.xxx.<start-ip>-<end-ip> for example
192.168.1.20-30
Enter client login data follows:
<username> * <password> * for example testuser * test *
The encryption options can be set as follows
PPTP server type Settings
DD-WRT Router mppe required (Standard)
Windows PPTP Server mppe required,no40,no56,stateless or mppe required,no40,no56,stateful
OpenVPN [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
OpenVPN is a powerful and flexible VPN solution. OpenVPN security is based on certificates that cannot created on the router itself. Please refer to OpenVPN’s online documentation for instructions on creating certificates and configuring OpenVPN.
2.3.3.5. USB [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
The router’s USB port can be used for several purposes. Here the basic and advanced USB parameters are defined. Besides enabling USB and defining the USB hardware standard to use you can also define if printer and storage support for USB shall be enabled.
2.3.3.6. NAS [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
If USB hard drive support is enabled, you can start the integrated
ProFTPd server to share data on an attached hard disk via FTP.
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The User/Password data are entered as follows:
<username> * <password> * for example testuser * test *
Be careful enabling anonymous login. If anonymous login is enabled, everybody accessing your network has permission to read and write data.
2.3.3.7. Hotspot
Most hotspot software requires a server to store user settings and login information. Please note that Sputnik is a commercial hotspot service that requires an agreement with Sputnik for usage.
2.3.3.8. Milkfish SIP Router [WZR-HP-G300NH only]
This package is an implementation of the Milkfish SIP router.
2.3.3.9. My Ad Network
Allows the creation of an AnchorFree Hotspot that can be used to create revenue via AnchorFree.
2.3.4. Security
2.3.4.1. Firewall
Aside from enabling and disabling the firewall, you can also set additional filters, block certain network requests for the WAN interface, and manage logs.
VPN settings effect how the firewall handles IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP connections. By default, pass-through is enabled. Please note that disabling pass-through will usually prevent you from establishing VPN connections from computers located in your local network to VPN servers on the internet.
The WAN access settings allow the definition of time and service related access rules.
2.3.6. NAT / QoS
Port forwarding allows the assigning of WAN ports to specific internal
IP addresses and matching ports. Bidirectional external traffic can be
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forwarded to specific internal devices and computers. Each port forwarding entry defines a source port and a target IP address.
Before adding or removing a port forwarding entry, save all changed settings. Any changes not saved will be lost when a port forwarding entry is added or deleted.
2.3.6.2. Port Range Forwarding
Port range forwarding works similarly to port forwarding. Unlike port forwarding, instead of a single port, a range of ports is forwarded to the same range of ports at the internal target IP address.
Port triggering is a kind of port range forwarding where outgoing traffic on specific ports enables previously defined port forwards for the activating device. This temporarily opens required ports when specific applications are opened on computers on the LAN. This offers a greater level of security than port forwarding or port range forwarding because the ports are only opened when needed.
2.3.6.4. UPnP
UPnP allows UPnP capable applications and devices to open and close required ports automatically as needed. This is simple to use and does not require further configuration steps.
2.3.6.5. DMZ
A DMZ computer is a special computer in the internal network that gets all incoming traffic forwarded. The task of that computer is managing this traffic. When the DMZ feature is activated the internal firewall is activated. This can pose a security issue if not handled with care.
Furthermore, several services of the router, that have to be accessible from the WAN side, will not work because the associated traffic is forwarded to the DMZ computer.
2.3.6.6. QoS
QoS (Quality of Service) is a procedure to prioritise network traffic by application. Specific services can be assigned specific bandwidth.
Aside from upstream and downstream bandwidth, you can define settings for specific services and IP and MAC address ranges.
2.3.7. Administration
2.3.7.1. Management
The Management section contains settings for remotely accessing the router and other basic settings that are usually not changed. The settings for the language used in the Web GUI are also located here.
You may choose between Chinese (simplified & traditional), Dutch,
French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese,
Slovenian, Spanish, and Swedish. The default setting is English.
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Before using Telnet or SSH, activate the associated service(s) in this section.
Keep-Alive lets you configure monitoring options that automatically reboot the router if a service malfunction causes it to fail to respond.
2.3.7.3. Commands
Entering Linux commands is one of the most powerful ways to access the router’s functionality. This enables you to access services and configure options that are not accessible via the Web GUI. Using shell commands can lead to unexpected results. Use them with utmost care.
Aside from executing the shell commands directly you can also save custom start up and firewall scripts.
2.3.7.4. WOL
With Wake-on-LAN, you can send special data packets to compatable devices on your LAN, causing them to exit sleep mode.
WOL data packets can be triggered manually or scheduled automatically.
With this feature you can reset the router’s settings to factory defaults. After a reset, the router will restart.
The firmware upgrade option can be used to install a different firmware version. When doing this you can choose if the router’s settings will be restored to factory defaults or kept.
2.3.7.7. Backup
You can use this feature to store your current configuration into a backup file, or to restore from a previously stored configuration.
This also makes it simple to set up a number of routers with the exact same configuration.
2.3.8. Status
2.3.8.1. Router
The status screen displays information about the router, such as cpu load, memory consumption, and currently active IP connections. Status is updated automatically.
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2.3.8.2. WAN
If the WAN interface is enabled, this screen displays WAN settings and throughput statistics.
2.3.8.3. LAN
Here you can find LAN-related information like active clients and DHCP clients.
2.3.8.4. Wireless
The wireless LAN status screen displays the current wireless LAN interface configuration, wireless LAN clients (in AP modes), and access points (in client modes). If there’s more than one wireless LAN interface, you can switch between them via the interface pull down menu.
2.3.8.5. Bandwidth
Bandwidth monitoring displays real time diagrams for incoming and outgoing traffic for each network interface.
2.3.8.6. SysInfo
The SysInfo screen combines the most important information of the other status pages. By default, the SysInfo page can be accessed from
LAN devices without authentication. That can be changed in the
Management section of the Administration area.
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The following use cases relate to the most commonly used router configurations. The related router configuration is explained step by step.
3.1. Access Point
Access Point (AP, sometimes also called “Infrastructure Mode”) is the mode where the router is also the central wireless hub that connects to the LAN and provides access to wireless devices. These wireless clients of the AP can communicate with each other and with wired devices on the network such as the Internet.
Connect your computer to the router as described in 2.1. and access the web interface according to 2.2.
3.1.1. Access Point with NAT / DHCP
Setup -> Basic Setup
WAN Setup o In ”Connection Type”, choose the type of WAN connection you want to use and complete the related settings.
Network Setup o Enter the desired LAN IP address for the router into “Router IP“. o Set “DHCP Type“ to “DHCP Server“ (this is the default). o “Enable“ DHCP Server (this is the default). o Adjust the DHCP address range to match your requirements.
Time Settings o Choose your time zone.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Basic Settings
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Enter your country in “Regulatory Domain”
In the “Antenna Gain“ field, please enter the gain of the antenna on your router. The firmware will adjust the transmit power accordingly to meet regulatory requirements. Please keep in mind that very long cables can dampen the HF signal thus reducing the usable antenna gain.
Configure “Wireless Mode“ to “AP“
Set your desired wireless mode in “Wireless Network Mode“. Please note that mixed modes will lead to reduced performance because of maintaining compatibility.
Enter a name for your wireless network into “Wireless Network Name
(SSID)”
Click “Save“
Wireless -> Wireless Security
Choose and configure a security mode. Please note that WEP is insecure and should only be used if no other option is available.
Click “Apply Settings“
You can now connect the router to the Internet and your local network.
After you successfully connect wireless devices, they will then be displayed on the “SysInfo” and “WLAN Status” pages.
3.1.1. Access Point attached to a network / Internet gateway
Setup -> Basic Setup
WAN Setup o For “Connection Type“, choose “Disabled”.
Network Setup o Enter the desired LAN-side IP address for the router into “Router
IP“. o Set the “DHCP Type“ to “DHCP Server“ (this is the default). o “Disable” “DHCP Server“.
Time Settings o Choose your time zone.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Basic Settings
Enter your country in “Regulatory Domain”
In the “Antenna Gain“ field, please enter the gain of the antenna on your router. The firmware will adjust the transmit power accordingly to meet regulatory requirements. Please keep in mind that very long cables can dampen the HF signal thus reducing the usable antenna gain.
Configure “Wireless Mode“ to “AP“
Choose a wireless mode in “Wireless Network Mode“. Please note that mixed modes will lead to reduced performance because of maintaining compatibility.
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Enter a name for your wireless network into “Wireless Network Name
(SSID)”.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Wireless Security
Choose and configure your desired security mode. Please note that
WEP is insecure and should only be used if no other option is available.
Click “Apply Settings“
You can now connect the router to the Internet and your local network.
If you’re running a DHCP server in your LAN, connected wireless devices will get their IP addresses from the server.
3.2.
Wireless Client
The router can be also used as a wireless LAN client. This can be useful if you want to connect devices to your wireless LAN that do not have a wireless LAN interface. In this configuration, the wireless LAN interface acts as a wireless client. Attached wired Ethernet devices can also access the WAN through the wireless connection.
Setup -> Basic Setup
WAN Setup o Set “Connection Type“ to “DHCP” to have the AirStation get its IP address from a DHCP server, or to a “Static IP“ if no DHCP server is available.
Network Setup o Enter the desired LAN-side IP address for the router in “Router
IP“. o Set the “DHCP Type“ to “DHCP Server“ (this is the default setting). o “Enable” “DHCP Server“ (this is the default setting). o Adjust the DHCP address range to match your requirements.
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Time Settings o Choose your time zone.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Basic Settings
Enter your country in “Regulatory Domain”
In the “Antenna Gain“ field, please enter the gain of your
AirStation’s antenna. The firmware will adjust the transmit power automatically to meet regulatory requirements. Please note that the use of a long extension cable for your antenna will reduce the usable antenna gain.
Configure “Wireless Mode“ to “Client“.
Configure “Wireless Network Mode” to match the capabilities of the access point you want to connect to.
Enter the network name (SSID) of the AP you want to connect to into
“Wireless Network Name (SSID)”.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Wireless Security
Configure the security mode to match the security settings of the access point you want to connect to.
Click “Apply Settings“.
After the router reboots, please confirm that it has connected to the access point. If there is a DHCP server available on the access point side, and the router is configured to request an IP address, then it should receive an IP address for its WAN-side interface.
You can now either connect wired clients to the access point or configure another wireless network interface as an access point to grant access to wireless clients.
3.3.
Wireless Client Bridge
A wireless client bridge offers the ability to transparently integrate the router’s LAN into a different LAN that another access point is connected to. Clients connected to such a router can access devices in both LANs and vice versa. In that configuration the router’s WAN interface is disabled.
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Setup -> Basic Setup
WAN Setup o Choose “Disabled” for “Connection Type“ (this will be set automatically).
Network Setup o Enter the desired LAN-side IP address for the router into “Router
IP“. o “Disable“ “DHCP Server“.
Time Settings o Choose your time zone.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Basic Settings
Enter your country in “Regulatory Domain”.
In the “Antenna Gain“ field, please enter the gain of your
AirStation’s antenna. The firmware will adjust the transmit power automatically to meet regulatory requirements. Please note that the use of a long extension cable for your antenna will reduce the usable antenna gain.
Configure “Wireless Mode“ to “Client Bridge“.
Set “Wireless Network Mode” to match the access point you want to connect to.
Enter the network name (SSID) of the AP you want to connect to.
Click “Save“.
Wireless -> Wireless Security
Configure security to match the security settings of the access point you want to connect to.
Click “Apply Settings“.
After the router reboots, please confirm that it has connected to the access point. If there is a DHCP server available on the access point
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side, a pc in the router’s LAN configured to request an address from
DHCP should receive an IP address.
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The firmware that is used in this product includes software that is subject to the GNU Public Licence (GPL)/the GNU Lesser Public Licence
(LGPL). To the extent that it is applicable within the context of the
GPL and the LGPL, the conditions of the GPL and the LGPL, as well as the relevant source codes, are available from the manufacturer. The code underlying the GPL/LGPL for the software shall be provided, without any ensuing warranty or liability claims. Please see the conditions of the GPL/LGPL for further details.
4.1. GNU General Public License
Version 2, June 1991
Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin
Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301, USA
Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
4.1.1. Preamble
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General Public License applies to most of the Free Software
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When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not price.
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To protect your rights, we need to make restrictions that forbid anyone to deny you these rights or to ask you to surrender the rights.
These restrictions translate to certain responsibilities for you if you distribute copies of the software, or if you modify it.
For example, if you distribute copies of such a program, whether gratis or for a fee, you must give the recipients all the rights that you have. You must make sure that they, too, receive or can get the source code. And you must show them these terms so they know their rights.
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Also, for each author's protection and ours, we want to make certain that everyone understands that there is no warranty for this free
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User Manual for User-friendly Firmware
WHR-HP-G300N
AirStation NFINITI HighPower Router and AccessPoint
WHR-HP-GN
AirStation Wireless N Technology HighPower Router and Access point
www.buffalotech.com
35011344 ver.03
Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction ...................................................5
Installing Your AirStation ......................................................... 5
Professional or User-friendly? ................................................. 5
Features .................................................................................. 5
Air Navigator CD Requirements .............................................. 6
300/150 Mbps High Speed Mode............................................ 7
Package Contents ................................................................... 7
Hardware Overview ................................................................. 8
Front Panel LED's .......................................................................... 8
Back Panel ..................................................................................... 10
Right Side ...................................................................................... 12
Chapter 2 - Placing Your AirStation ................................13
Antenna Placement ................................................................. 13
Vertical Placement .................................................................. 13
Horizontal Placement .............................................................. 14
Wall-Mounting ......................................................................... 15
Chapter 3 - Installation .....................................................16
Automatic Setup ...................................................................... 16
Windows 7 / Vista / XP ................................................................... 16
Mac OS X ....................................................................................... 16
Other OS ........................................................................................ 16
Manual Setup .......................................................................... 17
Firmware Differences .............................................................. 24
Changing Firmware ................................................................. 24
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Chapter 4 - Configuration ................................................29
Accessing the Web-based Configuration Interface ................. 29
Configuration Menu (Router Mode) ......................................... 31
Configuration Menu (Bridge Mode) ......................................... 33
Setup ....................................................................................... 35
Internet/LAN (LAN Config) ...................................................... 37
Internet (Router Mode only) ........................................................... 37
PPPoE (Router Mode only) ............................................................ 38
DDNS (Router Mode only) ............................................................. 41
VPN server (Router Mode Only) .................................................... 43
DHCP Lease (Router Mode only) .................................................. 47
NAT (Router Mode only) ................................................................ 48
Wireless Config ....................................................................... 50
Advanced ....................................................................................... 56
MAC Filter ...................................................................................... 59
Multicast Control ............................................................................ 60
Security (Router Mode only) ................................................... 63
Firewall (Router Mode only) ........................................................... 63
IP Filter (Router Mode only) .......................................................... 65
VPN Pass Through (Router Mode only) ........................................ 66
LAN Config (Router Mode only) .............................................. 67
Port Forwarding (Router Mode only) .............................................. 67
DMZ (Router Mode only) ............................................................... 68
UPnP (Router Mode only) .............................................................. 69
QoS (Router Mode only) ................................................................ 70
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Admin Config ........................................................................... 71
Password ....................................................................................... 72
Time/Date ...................................................................................... 73
Save/Restore ................................................................................. 77
Initialize/Restart ............................................................................. 78
Diagnostic ............................................................................... 80
System Info .................................................................................... 80
Packet Info ..................................................................................... 83
Client Monitor ................................................................................. 84
Chapter 5 - Connect to a Wireless Network ...................86
Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS) ................................... 86
Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V) ............................................. 87
Windows XP (Client Manager 3) .................................................... 88
Mac OS X (AOSS Assistant) .......................................................... 89
Other Devices (e.g. Game Console) .............................................. 90
Manual Setup .......................................................................... 90
Windows 7 (WLAN AutoConfig) ..................................................... 90
Windows Vista (WLAN AutoConfig) ............................................... 91
Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration) ................................... 94
Mac OS X (Wi-Fi) ........................................................................... 95
Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting ............................................96
Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection. ........... 96
Cannot access the web-based configuration utility. ................ 96
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Cannot connect to the network wirelessly. .............................. 97
You forgot AirStation's SSID, Encryption Key, or Password. ... 97
The link speed is slower than 300/150 Mbps
(Maximum link speed is only 130/65Mbps). ........................... 97
Other Tips ................................................................................ 98
Appendix A - Specifications ............................................101
WHR-HP-G300N ..................................................................... 101
WHR-HP-GN ........................................................................... 102
Appendix B - Default Configuration Settings ................103
Appendix C - Checking Wireless Signal Quality ...........108
Appendix D - TCP/IP Settings ..........................................111
Appendix E - Restoring the Default Configuration ........115
Appendix F - Regulatory Compliance .............................116
Appendix G - Environmental Information ......................123
Appendix H - GPL Information ........................................124
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Installing Your AirStation
To install your AirStation, insert the software CD from your package into your computer and follow the directions on the screen. For more infomation about installation, turn to chapter 3 of this manual.
Professional or User-friendly?
This AirStation wireless router comes with two different firmware packages. You may use either the dd-wrt-based Professional firmware or the simple User-friendly firmware. By default, the Professional firmware is preinstalled for US/EU products, and the User-friendly firmware is preinstalled for Asia-
Pacific products. Turn to page 24 for instructions on switching between the two firmware packages.
Note : Most of this manual documents the User-friendly firmware. For more information on the dd-wrt-based Professional firmware, consult the help files in its web-based configuration interface or go to www.dd-wrt.com/wiki.
Features
Supports IEEE802.11n and IEEE802.11b/g
With support for Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B standards, the AirStations can transfer data to and from all standard 2.4 GHz wireless clients. The WHR-HP-GN is a single stream, single antenna version, while the WHR-HP-G300N is a dual stream, dual antenna version, with faster Wireless-N performance.
Dual speed mode
Dual speed mode makes wireless transmission faster by using 2 channels, allowing 300 Mbps transmission.
Support for AOSS and WPS
Both AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System) and WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) are supported.
These automatic connection standards make connection with compatible wireless devices easier.
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Security Features
The AirStations are equipped with the following security features:
• AOSS
• WPS
• WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES)
• WPA2-PSK(TKIP/AES)
• WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK
• WEP(128-bit/64-bit)
• Privacy Separator
• MAC filtering
• Stealth SSID
• Firewall with easy rules
Automatic Channel Selection
Monitors wireless interference and automatically assigns the clearest, best channel.
Roaming
You can use multiple AirStations to cover a large area. Wireless clients can automatically switch
AirStations for the best signal.
Initialization
To restore settings back to the factory defaults, hold down the Reset button on the bottom of the unit.
Browser Based Administration
These units can be easily configured from a password-protected web page though a browser on your computer.
Auto Mode (Router/Bridge Automatic Recognition)
Auto mode detects whether your network has a router or not and automatically switches to the appropriate router or bridge mode. You can also manually switch between modes.
Air Navigator CD Requirements
The AirStation wireless router and access point works with most wired and wireless devices. The automatic installation program on the CD requires Windows 7, Vista, or Windows XP to run. Client
Manager software is included for Windows 7, Vista, and XP. The use of other operating systems may require that the AirStation be manually configured from a browser window.
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300/150 Mbps High Speed Mode
With Wireless-N connections, 300 Mbps is the maximum link speed for the WHR-HP-G300N and
150 Mbps is the maximum link speed for the WHR-HP-GN. The speeds are for the total wireless data transferred including overhead. Because the overhead is not available for transfer of user data, the wireless throughput usable by the user will be substantially slower.
Package Contents
The following items are included with your AirStation. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender.
• Main unit ..............................................................................................1
• Detachable antenna(s) ...................................................................2 for G300N / 1 for GN
• AC adapter ...........................................................................................1
• Stand for vertical/wall-mounting................................................1
• Screws for wall-mounting ..............................................................2
• LAN cable .............................................................................................1
• Air Navigator CD ................................................................................1
• Quick Setup Guide............................................................................1
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Hardware Overview
Front Panel LED's
1
4
5
6
2
3
1
AOSS Button
Hold down this button until the Security LED flashes
(approximately. 1 second) to initiate AOSS or WPS mode, allowing the unit to exchange security keys with other AOSS or WPS compatible devices. Power must be on for this to work.
2
Power LED (Green)
On: The AC adapter is connected
Off: The AC adapter is not connected
3
Security LED (Amber)
Indicates security status.
Off: Encryption is not set
On: Encryption has been set
Double blink: The unit is waiting for an AOSS or WPS security key
Blinking: AOSS/WPS error; failed to exchange security keys
Note: When the Security LED is lit, an encryption key has been set. Wireless clients will need the same key to connect.
4
Wireless LED (Green)
Indicates wireless LAN status.
Blinking: Wireless LAN is transmitting
On: Wireless LAN is connected but not active
5
ROUTER LED (Green) On:
Blinking:
Router functionality is enabled
Router functionality is disabled
6
DIAG LED (Red) This indicates the status of the unit by the number of blinks per cycle.
Note: When the unit is first turned on or restarted, the Diag LED will
blink for almost a minute during boot. This is normal.
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Diag LED status
2 blinks * 1
3 blinks *
4 blinks *
5 blinks
1
1
Continuously blinking *2
Meaning Status
Flash ROM error
Ethernet (wired) LAN error
Wireless LAN error
Cannot read or write to the flash memory.
Ethernet LAN controller is malfunctioning.
Wireless LAN controller is malfunctioning.
IP address setting error Because the network addresses of both the Internet port (WAN port) and the LAN port are the same, it is not possible to establish communication. Change the LAN side IP address of this unit.
Updating the firmware
Saving settings
Initializing settings
Updating the firmware.
Saving the settings.
Initializing the settings.
*1 Unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket, wait for a few seconds, and then plug it again. If the light still flashes, please contact technical support.
*2 Never unplug the AC adapter while the Diag LED is blinking continuously.
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Back Panel
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Router Switch
Switches router mode between enabled, disabled, and auto.
On: Router is enabled (router mode).
Off: Router is disabled (bridge/AP mode).
Auto: This switches between modes automatically based on whether or not another router is detected on the
Internet port. The default setting for this switch is
Auto.
8
LAN LED (Green)
On: An Ethernet device is connected.
Flashing: An Ethernet device is communicating.
9
LAN Port
Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps and 100
Mbps connections.
10
Internet LED (Green)
On: The Internet (WAN) port is connected.
Flashing: The Internet port is transmitting data.
11
Internet Port Connect your cable or DSL modem to this port. 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps connections are supported. In bridge/AP mode (router switch off), the
Internet port becomes a regular LAN port, for a total of 5 usable LAN ports.
12
DC Connector Connect the included AC adapter.
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Top
13
13
Antenna connector Screw on the antenna(s) here.
Bottom
14
14
Reset Button Hold in this button until the Diag LED comes on to initialize the AirStation’s settings. Power must be on for this to work.
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Right Side
15
15
Factory Default Settings This sticker shows the AirStation’s default SSID, encryption key, and WPS PIN code. By default, encryption is disabled for
AirStations sold in Asia Pacific.
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Chapter 2 - Placing Your AirStation
Note: Illustrations show the WHR-HP-G300N. The WHR-HP-GN is similar.
Antenna Placement
The antenna(s) are included in the package. The WHR-HP-G300N has two antennas; the WHR-HP-GN has one. Screw the antenna(s) clockwise to install.
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Vertical Placement
To stand the AirStation vertically, attach the base as shown.
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Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation
Horizontal Placement
To place the unit horizontally, adjust the antenna(s) as shown.
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Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation
Wall-Mounting
1
2
To wall-mount, attach the stand with screws as shown.
8.5 cm
(~3.3 inches)
Place the center of the AirStation on the center of the stand and slide downward to lock in place.
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Chapter 3 - Installation
Automatic Setup
Windows 7 / Vista / XP
The AirNavigator CD can guide you through installing your AirStation. To launch the setup program please insert the CD into your Windows 7/Vista/XP PC and follow the instructions on the screen. If you deactivated auto-run for CD’s please navigate to [CD drive]:\Win\ and launch ASSetWiz.exe.
Note: · To use a wireless client in Windows 7 or Vista, perform setup using the AirNavigator CD to automatically generate a profile for wirelessly connecting to the AirStation. After setup is complete, once the LAN cable is removed, you can connect from your wireless client to the AirStation.
· Before performing setup, enable your computer’s wireless client.
Mac OS X
For a Mac, open the Mac folder on the CD and launch the AirStation Configuration tool. Search and select the Buffalo AirStation you want to set up. You can either configure the IP or open the web interface for all settings. Please refer to “Manual Setup” in the next section.
Note: You can use the easy and simple setup via AOSS to connect the Mac wirelessly. Please press the AOSS button on the Buffalo router, start the AOSS assistant and follow the steps. The WLAN monitor in the same folder shows the wireless status regardless which method you use to connect.
Other OS
If your computer uses a different operating system, use manual setup instead. Please refer to the next section “Manual Setup”.
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Chapter 3 Installation
Manual Setup
Using AirStation As A Router or An Access Point
To use the AirStation as a router or an access point, configure as below.
1
Turn off your computer and modem.
2
2) disconnect
2) disconnect 1) turn off the computer
OFF
Unplug the LAN cable that connects your computer and modem.
computer modem
3
Make sure the mode switch on the back of the AirStation is in the [AUTO] position.
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ROUTER
ON
OFF
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LAN
Confirm that the switch is positioned to
AUTO.
１
4 Connect one end of the LAN cable to the modem, and connect the other end to the Internet port of the AirStation. Turn on your modem.
modem
1) connect
LAN cable
2) connect
２
３
ROUTER
ON
OFF
AUTO
LAN
１
４
INTERNET
POWER
INTERNET port
AirStation
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5
Connect the AirStation’s LAN port to your computer with another LAN cable.
Turn on the AirStation, wait 60 seconds, and then turn on your computer.
AirStation
２
３
ROUTER
ON
OFF
AUTO
LAN
１
４
INTERNET
POWER
1) connect
LAN cable
PC
1) connect
2) connect the power supply power outlet
6
Confirm that the devices are connected correctly as shown below. computer
ON modem power outlet
7 After the computer has booted, the LEDs on the AirStation should be in the following condition:
POWER
WIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
LAN
INTERNET
Green light on
Green light on or blinking
Green light on or off depending on your network
Off
Green light on or blinking
Green light on or blinking
※ Refer to page 8 and 10 for LED locations and other details.
8
Launch a web browser. If the home page is displayed, setup is complete.
If a user name and password screen is displayed, enter [root] (in lower case) for the user name, leave the password blank, and click [OK]. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete setup.
You’ve completed initial setup of your AirStation. Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings.
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Chapter 3 Installation
Using AirStation As An Ethernet Converter or A Repeater
To use the AirStation as an Ethernet converter or a repeater, follow the directions below.
Using as an Ethernet Converter: wireless
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AirStation wired computer wireless wireless
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In this section, manual configuration is described. However, you can also use AOSS/WPS to configure it.
1
Set your computer’s IP address settings as follows (Appendix D).
IP Address
Subnet mask
192.168.11.80
255.255.255.0
Default gateway 192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1
Alternate DNS server blank
2
Shut down your computer.
3
POWER
SECU
RIT
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WEIREL
ES
S
TER
ROU
DIA G
ROUTER
ON
OFF
AUTO
LAN
１
Change the switch position from AUTO to
OFF.
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Change the switch position from AUTO to
OFF.
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4
Connect the AirStation’s LAN port to your computer with another LAN cable.
Turn on the AirStation, wait 60 seconds, and then turn on your computer.
AirStation
２
３
ROUTER
ON
OFF
AUTO
LAN
１
４
INTERNET
POWER
1) connect
LAN cable
PC
1) connect
2) connect the power supply power outlet
5
Confirm that the devices are connected correctly as shown below. computer
ON power outlet
6 After the computer has booted, the LEDs on the AirStation should be in the following condition:
POWER
WIRELESS
ROUTER
DIAG
LAN
Green light on
Green light on or blinking
Off
Off
Green light on or blinking
※ Refer to page 8 and 10 for LED locations and other details.
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Launch a web browser.
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Enter the LAN IP address of the AirStation in the address field, then press the [Enter] key.
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Notes: • The default IP address of the AirStation is 192.168.11.100 on access point mode.
• If you have changed the IP address of the AirStation, enter that IP address.
When this screen appears, enter [root] (in lower case) for the user name and the password that you set during initial setup. Click [OK].
Notes: • By default, the password is blank (not set).
• If you forget your password, hold down the reset button (page 11) to initialize all settings. The password will then be blank. Note that all other settings will also revert to their default values.
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Click [Wireless Config] > [WDS].
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11 If the device you connect supports WDS such as WHR-G300N, WHR-HP-G300N and WZR-HP-
G300NH, select [Slave] from [Specify Master/Slave] menu and click [Search].
If the device you connect doesn’t support WDS, select [Slave(EC)] from [Specify Master/Slave] menu and click [Search].
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If the access point you are going to connect to is not displayed, click [Search again].
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13 Enter the encryption settings and password (“key”) for the access point you are connecting to, then click [Apply].
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Change your computer’s IP address settings back to their former values. ex) IP Address
DNS server
Obtain an IP address automatically
Obtain DNS server address automatically
Note: If using the AirStation as a repeater, unplug the LAN cable from your computer. You’re now connected to the AirStation wirelessly.
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Launch a web browser. If your home page is displayed, setup is complete.
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Firmware Differences
You can choose between two different firmwares for your AirStation. By default, the Professional firmware (DD-WRT) is installed. If you prefer, you may install the User-friendly firmware instead. the two firmwares have slightly different features, as shown in the chart below.
Function
Router switch function
Default administrator name
Default administrator password
AOSS
WPS
WDS
Professional firmware (DD-WRT) User-friendly firmware
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Changing Firmware
To change between the professional firmware (dd-wrt) and the user-friendly firmware, follow the steps below.
Windows
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Insert the AirNavigator CD into your computer. The setup wizard will automatically launch.
Note: If the Setup Wizard does not launch, open the CD and double-click [ASSetWiz.exe] in the “Win” folder.
2
Click [Change Firmware].
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The procedure for wiring will be displayed.
Step through the wizard to connect your
AirStation.
When this screen is displayed, click
[Change Firmware].
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If requested, enter the AirStation’s username and password.
Note: By default, the Professional firmware doesn’t have a username and a password configured. Set them before you go to the next step.
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When the following screen is displayed, make sure that the firmware file name is displayed, click [Upgrade] or [Apply], and follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: If the firmware name is not displayed on the screen, click [Browse...] and select the desired firmware. The firmware files are contained in the “Firmware” folder of the AirNavigator CD.
Professional firmware (dd-wrt) update screen:
User-friendly firmware update screen:
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Macintosh
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Open the configuration Interface of the AirStation.
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To replace the professional firmware with the user-friendly firmware, click [Administration] >
[Firmware Upgrade].
To replace the user-friendly firmware with the professional firmware, go to [Easy Setup] and click [Update AirStation Firmware].
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Click [Browse...] to select the firmware file, and click [Upgrade] or [Apply].
Note: The firmware files are contained in the “Firmware” folder of the AirNavigator CD.
Professional firmware (dd-wrt) update screen:
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The web-based configuration interface lets you change AirStation settings. Don’t change these settings unless you know what you’re doing.
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Accessing the Web-based Configuration Interface
To configure the AirStation’s advanced settings manually, log in to the web-based configuration interface as shown below.
Launch a web browser.
Enter the AirStation’s LAN-side IP address in the address field, and press the enter key.
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Note: · The AirStation’s default LAN-side IP address depends on the position of the mode switch.
In router mode: 192.168.11.1
In bridge mode: 192.168.11.100
If the router switch is set to AUTO and the unit is in bridge mode, then the AirStation’s IP address was assigned by an external DHCP server.
· If you changed the IP address of the AirStation, then use the new IP address.
When this screen appears, enter [root]
(in lower case) for the user name and the password that you set during initial setup.
Click [OK].
Note: · By default, the password is blank (not set).
· If you forget your password, hold down the
Reset button (page 11) to initialize all settings. The password will then be blank.
Note that all other settings will also revert to their default values.
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4 The configuration interface is displayed.
Help is always displayed on the right side of the configuration utility. Refer to the Help screens for more information on each page in the web-based configuration interface.
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Configuration Menu (Router Mode)
In router mode, the AirStation’s web-based configuration interface has the following menu screens.
See the pages listed at right for more information about a menu screen.
Main screen
Internet/LAN
Internet
PPPoE
DDNS
VPN Server
LAN
DHCP Lease
NAT
Route
Wireless Config
WPS
AOSS
Basic
Advanced
WMM
MAC Filter
Multicast Control
WDS
Security
Firewall
IP Filter
VPN
Pass Through
Descriptions Page
Configure Internet side port and settings
PPPoE settings (DSL login)
DNS settings
VPN server settings
LAN side port and DHCP server configuration
DHCP lease settings
Network address translation settings, used to connect LAN side devices to the Internet
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WPS settings and status
AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System) settings and status
Configure basic wireless settings
Configure advanced wireless settings
Set priorities for Wireless Multimedia Extensions (Wi-Fi Multimedia)
Limit access to specific devices
Configure limits on sending unnecessary multicast packets to the wireless LAN port
Configure communication among AirStation
Protect your computer from outside intruders Page 63
Edit IP filters which relates to the packets passing through the LAN side and the Internet side
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Configure IPv6 passthrough, PPPoE passthrough, and PPTP passthrough Page 66
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LAN Config
Port Forwarding
DMZ
UPnP
QoS
Admin Config
Name
Password
Time/Date
NTP
Access
Log
Save/Restore
Initialize/Restart
Update
Diagnostic
Configure port translation and exceptions for games and other programs Page 67
Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a
LAN side destination.
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Configure priority for packets that require a certain data flow
Configure the AirStation’s name
Configure the AirStation’s login password for access to configuration utilities
Configure the AirStation’s internal clock
Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to automatically set the AirStation’s internal clock
Configure access restrictions to the AirStation’s configuration utilities
Configure a syslog server to manage the AirStation’s logs
Save or restore the AirStation’s configuration from a configuration file
Initialize the AirStation or reboot it
Update the AirStation’s firmware
System Info
Logs
Packet Info
Client Monitor
View current system information for the AirStation
Check the AirStation’s logs
View all packets transferred by the AirStation
View all devices currently connected to the AirStation
Ping
Logout
Test the AirStation’s connection to other devices on the network
Click this to log out of the AirStation’s web-based configuration interface
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Configuration Menu (Bridge Mode)
In bridge mode, the AirStation’s web-based configuration interface has the following menu screens.
See the pages listed at right for more information about a menu screen.
Main screen
LAN Config
LAN
Route
Wireless Config
WPS
AOSS
Basic
Advanced
WMM
MAC Filter
Multicast Control
WDS
Admin Config
Name
Password
Time/Date
NTP
Access
Log
Save/Restore
Initialize/Restart
Update
Diagnostic
System Info
Descriptions
Configure LAN side ports and devices
Configure the IP communication route that the AirStation uses
WPS settings and status
AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System) settings and status
Configure basic wireless settings
Configure advanced wireless settings
Set priorities for Wireless Multimedia Extensions (Wi-Fi Multimedia)
Limit access to specific devices
Configure limits on sending unnecessary multicast packets to the wireless LAN port
Configure communication among AirStation
Configure the AirStation’s name
Configure the AirStation’s login password for access to configuration utilities
Configure the AirStation’s internal clock
Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to automatically set the AirStation’s internal clock
Configure access restrictions to the AirStation’s configuration utilities
Configure a syslog server to manage the AirStation’s logs
Save or restore the AirStation’s configuration from a configuration file
Initialize the AirStation or reboot it
Update the AirStation’s firmware
View current system information for the AirStation
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Logs
Packet Info
Client Monitor
Ping
Check the AirStation’s logs
View all packets transferred by the AirStation
View all devices currently connected to the AirStation
Test the AirStation’s connection to other devices on the network
Logout
Click this to log out of the AirStation’s web-based configuration interface.
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Setup
This is the home page of the configuration interface. You can verify settings and the status of the
AirStation here.
Parameter
Internet/LAN
Wireless Config
Security
LAN Config
Admin Config
Diagnostic
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Configure WAN side network settings.
Configure wireless settings.
Configure security settings.
Open ports for games and applications.
Open the Admin configuration screen.
Gives information and tools for troubleshooting the network.
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Parameter
Easy Setup
Internet Information
Check Connection
Refresh
WIRELESS
AOSS
WPS
Network Service List
Language
Logout
Meaning
Automatically configures the AirStation’s internet connection.
Displays the current internet connection.
Checks if the AirStation is connected to the Internet properly.
Click to refresh the display.
Displays current wireless settings.
Click to display the AOSS configuration screen.
Click to display the WPS configuration screen.
Shows a list of network services.
Select the language you use.
Log out of the AirStation’s web-based configuration interface. After
5 minutes of inactivity, the AirStation will log off automatically.
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Internet/LAN (LAN Config)
Internet (Router Mode only)
The screen to configure a port of the Internet side.
Parameter
Method of Acquiring IP Address
Default Gateway
Address of DNS Name Server
Internet MAC Address
MTU size of Internet Port
Meaning
Specifies how the current WAN side IP address was obtained.
Specify an IP address for the default gateway.
Specify an IP address for the DNS server.
Configure the Internet side MAC address.
Note: Configuring an improper MAC address may make the AirStation unusable. Change this setting at your own risk.
Values between 578 to 1500 bytes may be entered.
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PPPoE (Router Mode only)
The screen to configure PPPoE settings.
Parameter
Default PPPoE Connection
IP Unnumbered PPPoE Connection
PPPoE Connection List
[Edit Connection List]
Meaning
If you have registered multiple connection destinations in
PPPoE Connection List, connection destinations selected here have priority. You need to configure the route to which PPPoE is connected to if you don’t use the default setting.
Select the destination from the PPPoE Connection List which is used when specifying [Use IP Unnumbered] in Method of Acquiring
IP Address (page 37).
Edit PPPoE destination. You can register up to 5 sessions.
Click this button to display the screen to edit the settings of destination.
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Parameter
PPPoE Connection No.*-Add
Preferred Connections
[Edit Preferred Connections]
Meaning
Click [Edit Connection List] to display.
Name of Connection
Enter a name to identify the connection. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
User Name
Enter the user name specified by your provider for PPPoE. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Password
Enter the password specified by your provider for PPPoE. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Service Name
Fill in this field only when your provider specifies a Service Name.
Leave blank otherwise. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Connection Type
Specifies the timing for the AirStation to connect to your provider.
Automatic disconnection
Set time to disconnect after communication is stopped when the connection method is set to [Connect on Demand] or [Manual].
You can enter up to 1440 minutes.
Authorization
Configure an authorization method with a provider.
MTU Size
Configure the MTU value between 578 and 1492 bytes.
MRU Size
Configure the MRU (Maximum Receive Unit) value between 578 and 1492 bytes.
Displays connections that you’ve added to the preferred connection list.
Click this button to display the screen to edit the settings of connection destination route.
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Parameter
PPPoE Connection No. *-Add
Preferred PPPoE Connection -Add
Meaning
Keep Alive
If Keep Alive is enabled, the AirStation issues LCP echo requests to maintain the connection with the PPPoE server once a minute.
If the server does not respond after 6 minutes, then the line is considered disconnected and the AirStation will terminate the connection. If your PPPoE connection is often disconnected, disable Keep Alive.
This is displayed when clicking [Edit Preferred Connections].
Name
The name of destination to connect by PPPoE if [Destination address] and [Source address] of the communication match.
Select the destination registered to PPPoE Connection List.
Destination address
Destination address to communicate. When communicating to this destination address, the AirStation will communicate with
[Name of Connection].
Source address
Source address to communicate. When communicating from this source address, the AirStation will communicate with [Name of
Connection].
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DDNS (Router Mode only)
Configure Dynamic DNS settings.
Parameter
Dynamic DNS Service
User Name
Only when DynDNS is selected
Password
Only when DynDNS is selected
Host Name
Only when DynDNS is selected
Email Address
Only when selecting TZO
TZO Key
Only when selecting TZO
Domain Name
Only when selecting TZO
Meaning
Select a provider (DynDNS or TZO) for Dynamic DNS.
Enter the user name for the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Enter the password for the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Enter the host name for the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.
Enter the email address which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Enter the TZO Key which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service.
You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Enter the domain name which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.
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Parameter
IP Address Update Period
Internet Side IP Address
Domain Name
Status
Meaning
Specifies the period to notify the dynamic DNS service provider of the current IP address. When DynDNS is selected, set it between 0 and 35 days. When TZO is selected, set it between 0 and 99 days. If
0 (zero) day is set, no periodic update is performed.
The WAN-side IP address of the AirStation’s Internet port. This address is sent to the dynamic DNS service provider.
The domain name assigned by the dynamic DNS Service provider.
The AirStation can be accessed from the Internet using this domain name.
Displays the status of dynamic DNS service.
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VPN server (Router Mode Only)
Configure a VPN server.
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Parameter
Auto Input
LAN Side IP Address
DHCP Server
DHCP IP Address Pool
PPTP Server
Authorization Type
Server IP Address
Client IP Address
DNS Server IP Address
WINS Server IP Address
[Edit User Information]
User Name
Password
Method of Acquiring IP Address
PPTP User List
Meaning
Click to generate a random IP address.
Set a LAN side IP address and subnet mask.
If enabled, the DHCP server will assign LAN-side IP addresses automatically.
You may choose the range of IP addresses assigned by the DHCP server and select IP addresses to be excluded from that range.
Values from 0-253 may be entered.
Enable to use a PPTP server.
Select the authentication method for PPTP connection.
Select the server IP address.
Select the IP address range.
Set the DNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
Click to edit user information.
Enter the user name to connect to the PPTP server. You may enter up to 16 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Enter the password to connect to the PPTP server. You may enter up to 16 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Select the method to be used to assign the client’s IP address.
Displays the PPTP connection user information.
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LAN
Configure LAN-side IP address settings.
Parameter
LAN Side IP Address
DHCP Server Function
Router Mode only
Meaning
Set a LAN side IP address and subnet mask.
Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns IP addresses automatically.
DHCP IP Address Pool
Router Mode only
Configure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range. Values from
0-253 may be entered.
LAN Side IP Address (IP Unnumbered)
Router Mode only
Set a LAN side IP address for IP unnumbered.
Note: A PC with a normal LAN side IP address and a PC with an LAN side
IP address for IP Unnumbered cannot communicate each other.
Advanced Settings
Router Mode only
Lease Period
Router Mode only
Select Display to display the advanced settings options for the
DHCP server.
Set the effective period of an IP address assigned by the DHCP server. Up to 999 hours may be entered.
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Parameter
Default Gateway
Router Mode only
DNS Servers
Router Mode only
WINS Server
Router Mode only
Domain Name
Router Mode only
Default Gateway
Bridge Mode only
DNS Server Address
Bridge Mode only
Meaning
Set the default gateway IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
Set the DNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients.
Set the domain name for the DHCP server to issue to clients. You may enter up to 127 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods.
Set the default gateway IP address.
Set the DNS server IP address.
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DHCP Lease (Router Mode only)
Configure DHCP leases.
Parameter
IP Address
MAC Address
Current DHCP Client Information
Meaning
Enter an IP address to lease manually. The IP address should be from the same subnet as the DHCP scope, but not be within the range that DHCP is assigning to other devices.
Enter the MAC address which identifies the client.
Displays information for current leases. An IP address which is leased automatically can be changed to be leased manually by clicking [Manual Assignment].
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NAT (Router Mode only)
NAT (network address translation) allows your private LAN side network devices to communicate with the Internet.
Parameter
Address Translation
Log Output of Deleted Packets
Meaning
Enable to use Network Address Translation.
Enable to log deleted packets (such as errors) from address translation.
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Route
Configure the AirStation’s IP communication routes.
Parameter
Destination Address
Gateway
Metric
Routing Information
Meaning
Adds a destination IP address and subnet mask to a routing table.
Adds a gateway address to a routing table.
The metric is the maximum number of router hops a packet may take on the way to its destination address. Values between 1 and 15 may be entered. The default value is 15.
Manual entries will appear here after being added.
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Wireless Config
WPS
Configure WPS settings.
Parameter
WPS
External Registrar
AirStation PIN
Enrollee PIN
WPS status
Meaning
Enable to use WPS automatic configuration.
Enable to accept external configure requests from other WPS devices.
Note: External configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use.
Displays the PIN code of the AirStation. Clicking [Generate PIN] will generate a new PIN code. This code can be entered into other wireless devices that support WPS.
Enter the PIN code for the other wireless device and click [OK].
Displays [configured] if all available wireless bands are configured. Displays [unconfigured] if at least one wireless band is unconfigured.
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AOSS
Configure and use AirStation One-touch Secure System (AOSS).
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Parameter Meaning
Initiates AOSS automatic wireless configuration. Click this, then press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS-compatible wireless client. Repeat for additional AOSS clients.
Click this button to disconnect all AOSS connections.
Note: If AOSS connections are disconnected, the SSID and encryption keys will be restored to their most recent settings before using AOSS.
Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID for
WEP
You may allow a separate SSID specifically for WEP connections. If
[disabled] is selected, then clients will not be able to connect with
WEP.
Encryption level expansion function Expands security method from TKIP to WPA/WPA2-PSK-mixed mode.
Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Set a separate SSID and network segment specifically for WEP connections. Devices connected with WEP will not be able to communicate with devices connected using AES/TKIP. All connected devices will be able to communicate with the internet.
AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit
Current Encryption Information
AOSS Connection only
Normally, pressing the physical AOSS button on the AirStation initiates AOSS. If this box is unchecked, it will not, and the button on this page will be the only way to initiate AOSS.
Displays the encryption type, SSID, and encryption key that AOSS has configured.
[Random] Click to enter random values for SSID, encryption key, and other settings.
[KEY base] Click to return the SSID, encryption key, and other wireless settings to the values on the case sticker.
[Reset]
AOSS Client Information
AOSS Connection only
Click to return the SSID, encryption key, and other wireless settings to their previous values.
Displays basic information for AOSS clients connected to the
AirStation.
AOSS Ethernet Converter Information
AOSS Connection only
Displays basic information for Ethernet converters connected to the
AirStation via AOSS.
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Basic
Configure basic wireless settings.
Parameter
Wireless Radio
Wireless Channel
300 Mbps Mode (WHR-HP-G300N)
150 Mbps Mode (WHR-HP-GN)
Meaning
Determines whether or not to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no wireless connections will be allowed.
Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) used for wireless connections. Channels 1-11 are available. If Auto Channel selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel.
300/150 Mbps mode uses twice the normal frequency range, 40
MHz instead of 20 MHz. In uncongested areas this can increase performance. To use 300/150 Mbps mode, set the Bandwidth to 40
MHz and choose an Extension Channel.
Note: If using Auto Channel for the wireless channel, then the Extension
Channel is set automatically.
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Parameter
Broadcast SSID
[Use Multi Security function]
[Do not use Multi Security function]
SSID1
SSID2
SSID3
Separate feature
SSID
Wireless authentication
Meaning
If [Allow] is checked, then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless devices by broadcasting its SSID. If [Allow] is unchecked, then the AirStation ignore SSID searches from wireless devices.
Clicking [Use Multi Security function] will enable Multi Security, allowing the use of multiple SSIDs, each with different wireless security settings. Clicking [Do not use Multi Security function] will disable the Multi Security function. The AirStation will then allow one SSID and one type of wireless security.
Note: When using Multi Security, you need to enable at least one of the following SSID1, SSID2, or SSID3.
Multi Security SSID1 can use WPA-PSK-TKIP or WPA/WPA2-Mixed for wireless security.
Multi Security SSID2 can use WPA-PSK-AES for wireless security.
Multi Security SSID3 can use WEP for wireless security.
When [Use] is checked, wireless devices connected to the AirStation can communicate only with the Internet side, not with each other.
SSIDs may contain 1-32 alphanumeric characters.
Choose an authentication method for wireless connections.
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Parameter
Wireless encryption
WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key)
Rekey interval
Setup WEP encryption key
Meaning
Select a type of data encryption for wireless communication from the following options:
No encryption
Data is transmitted without encryption. Avoid this option since any communication may be intercepted.
[No encryption] can be selected only when [No authentication] is selected for wireless authentication.
WEP
WEP is a common encryption method supported by most devices.
It uses an encryption key. WEP can only be selected when [No authentication] is selected for wireless authentication.
TKIP
TKIP is an encryption method which is more secure than WEP, but slower. Use an pre-shared-key to communicate with a wireless device. TKIP can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for wireless authentication.
AES
AES is more secure than TKIP, and faster. Use a pre-shared-key to communicate with a wireless device.
AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for wireless authentication.
TKIP/AES mixed mode
TKIP/AES mixed mode allows both TKIP and AES authentication.
TKIP/AES mixed mode can be selected only when WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK is selected for wireless authentication.
There are two different ways to enter pre-shared keys. Character keys may contain between 8 and 63 case-sensitive alphanumeric characters. Hexadecimal keys contain exactly 64 characters. Only 0 -
9 and a - f (not case-sensitive) should be used in hexadecimal keys.
The rekey interval determines how often an encryption key is updated. Values from 0 to 1440 minutes may be entered.
There are two different ways to enter WEP encryption keys.
Character keys may contain either 5 or 13 case-sensitive alphanumeric characters. Hexadecimal keys may contain either 10 or 26 digits. Only 0 - 9 and a - f (not case-sensitive) should be used in hexadecimal keys.
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Advanced
Don’t change advanced wireless settings unless you know what you’re doing.
Parameter
Multicast Rate
DTIM Period
Privacy Separator
Meaning
Set the communication speed of multi-cast packets.
Set the interval (1 -255) for the beacon to respond to a wireless device. This setting is only effective when power management is enabled on the wireless device.
If enabled, the Privacy Separator blocks communication between wireless devices connected to the AirStation. Wireless devices will be able to connect to the Internet but not with each other. Devices that are connected to the AirStation with wired connections will still be able to connect to wireless devices normally.
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WMM
Configure QoS priorities here.
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Parameter
WMM-EDCA Parameters
Meaning
You don't usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is recommended.
Priority
The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8, (High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order of priority.
CWmin, CWmax
The maximum and minimum value of the contention window.
The contention window is used in the frame collision avoidance structure performed in IEEE802.11, and generally the smaller the value in the window, the higher the probability that the queue obtains the right to send.
AIFSN
The interval to send frames. The unit of the AIFSN is a slot, just as the window defined by CWmin and CWmax is. The smaller the interval of sending frames, the faster the algorithm can restart. As a result, the priority of the queue is higher.
TXOP Limit
The period of time that the queue can use after obtaining the right to send. The unit is 32 ms. The longer this time, the more frames can be sent per right to send. However, the que may interfere with other packet transmissions. If TXOP Limit is set to 0
(zero), only one frame can be sent per right to send.
Admission Control
Restricts new frames from interfering with a previous queue. New packets are prioritized lower until a queue of them is collected. As the new queue accumulates more packets, its priority increases.
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MAC Filter
This screen lets you restrict wireless access to wireless devices with specific MAC addresses.
Parameter
Enforce MAC Filtering
Registration List
[Edit Registration List]
MAC Addresses to be Registered
List of all clients that are associated with this AirStation
Meaning
Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered
MAC addresses.
Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly.
Click this button to add a MAC address of a wireless device to the list of permitted devices.
Enter a MAC address of a wireless device you permit to connect to the AirStation. Click [Register] to add that MAC address to the list.
Display the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected to the AirStation.
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Multicast Control
Restrict unnecessary multicast packets from wireless LAN ports.
Parameter
Snooping
Multicast Aging Time
Meaning
If enabled, snooping supervises multicast administrative packets such as IGMP and restricts unnecessary multicast transfers to wired or wireless ports.
Set the time to hold the data from multicast snooping in the range of 1 to 3600 (seconds). Enter a value larger than the interval of a
IGMP/MLD query.
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WDS
WDS bridging allows communication between AirStations.
Parameter Meaning
WDS Check to use WDS bridging.
Specify Master/Slave Define this AirStation's role in a WDS bridge.
Master
This AirStation will the master in a WDS bridge. It will have the
Internet connection, and other AirStations in the bridge will be connected through this AirStation.
Slave
Set AirStation as a slave.
This can be connected with the AirStation which is set as a master by using WDS feature only if the Master AirStation supports WDS.
Slave (EC)
Set AirStation as a slave.
This uses Ethernet Converter to connect with the AirStation which is set as a master, so it can be connected even though Master
AirStation does not support WDS.
Auto
Automatically switches between Master and Slave modes depending on the surrounding network.
If an AirStation works as a router, it will automatically be set as a master.
If the Airstation works as a bridge and a DHCP server exists in the network, it will automatically be set as a master . If the
AirStation works as a bridge and no DHCP server is available, it will automatically be set as a slave.
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Parameter
SSID
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Wireless authentication
Encryption for wireless
WPA-PSK (Pre Shared Key)
Meaning
Configure the Master Airstation's SSID.
Click to search for other AirStations' SSIDs.
Configure authentication method for the master AirStation
Choose encryption type for the master AirStation.
Set the master AirStation's Encryption key.
Notes: A master AirStation can communicate with two slaves only.
A slave AirStation cannot communicate with any AirStation other than its master.
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Security (Router Mode only)
Firewall (Router Mode only)
Parameter
Log Output
Basic Rules
Meaning
Enable to output a log of firewall activity.
Enable to use any of the quick filters. Preconfigured quick filters include:
Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS Routing
When enabled, this prevents Microsoft networking from communicating between the LAN side and the WAN side. You can configure this with PPPoE if you select [Use PPPoE Client] or
[Use IP Unnumbered] in Method of Acquiring IP address, or if Easy
Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup.
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Parameter Meaning
Reject IDENT Requests
Enabling this option will answer IDENT requests from the Internet side with corresponding rejection packets. Enable this option if you experience slow transfer speeds for network applications such as email, ftp, or browsing. If you have configured transfer of
IDENT requests to the LAN side in the address translation settings
(DMZ or TCP port:113), that setting has higher priority, and overrides this setting.
Block Ping from Internet
If this is enabled, the AirStation will not respond to pings from the
Internet side. You can configure this with PPPoE if you select [Use
PPPoE Client] or [Use IP Unnumbered] in Method of Acquiring IP address (page 37), or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup.
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IP Filter (Router Mode only)
Create and edit IP filters.
Parameter
Log Output
Operation
Direction
IP Address
Protocol
IP Filter Information
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Meaning
If enabled, IP filter activity is saved to a log.
Specify how to process target packets.
Specify the transmission direction of target packets.
Specify the sender's IP address and receiver's IP address of the target packets.
Select a protocol for target transmission packet.
Display the list of IP filters which have been registered.
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VPN Pass Through (Router Mode only)
Configure IPv6 pass through, PPPoE pass through, and PPTP pass through.
Parameter
IPv6 Pass Through
PPPoE Pass Through
PPTP Pass Through
Meaning
Enable to use IPv6 Pass Through for address translation.
Enable to use PPPoE bridge. Using PPPoE bridge lets you automatically obtain an IP address from your provider using the
PPPoE protocol from your computer connected to the LAN side because all PPPoE packets can pass through between the Internet and LAN.
Enable to use PPTP Pass Through for address translation.
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LAN Config (Router Mode only)
Port Forwarding (Router Mode only)
Configure port translation.
Parameter
Group
Internet Side IP Address
Protocol
Meaning
Specify a group name for a new rule to belong to. Select [New
Group] and enter the new group name in the Group Name field to create a new group. A group name can include up to 16 alphanumeric letters.
Enter the Internet side IP address (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
Select the Internet side protocol (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
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Parameter
LAN Side IP Address
LAN Side Port
Port Forwarding Registration
Information
Meaning
Enter the LAN side IP address (after translation) for the port translation table entry.
Select the LAN side (after translation) port number (1 - 65535) for the port translation table entry.
Shows current entries in the port translation table.
DMZ (Router Mode only)
Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a LAN side destination.
Parameter
IP Address of DMZ
Meaning
Enter the IP address of the destination to which packets which are not routed by a port translation table are forwarded.
Note: RIP protocol packets (UDP port number 520) will not be forwarded.
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UPnP (Router Mode only)
Configure Universal Plug and Play.
Parameter
UPnP
Meaning
Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) functionality.
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QoS (Router Mode only)
Configure the priority of packets sent to the Internet.
Parameter Meaning
QoS for transmission to the Internet Enable to give priority to specific types of Internet traffic.
Upload bandwidth Specify the upstream bandwidth in kbps from the AirStation to the internet side. Set the actual value for the upstream bandwidth.
Enable application name protocol
Check to enable desired entries, then click [apply].
Enter an application name. Names may use up to 32 alpha numerical characters, double or single tick marks ("'), quotation marks (“), and semicolons (;).
Select either TCP or UDP.
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Parameter destination port priority
Meaning
Specify a destination port with the value of 1 - 65535. If this field is empty, a random port is selected.
Select high, medium or low. If packets do not qualify for classification as a type on the list, then their priority is treated as a level between medium and low.
Admin Config
Name
Configure the AirStation’s name.
Parameter
AirStation Name
List Network Services
Meaning
Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-).
Enable display the computers and devices on your network with their supported services.
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Password
Configure the login password for the AirStation’s configuration utility.
Parameter
Administrator Name
Administrator Password
Meaning
[root] is the configuration utility’s user name for login. This name is fixed.
Enter a password for logging in to the AirStation’s configuration utility. The password may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).
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Time/Date
Configure the AirStation’s internal clock.
Parameter
Local Date
Local Time
Time Zone
Meaning
You may manually set the date of the AirStation’s internal clock.
You may manually set the time of the AirStation’s internal clock.
Specify the time zone (offset of Greenwich Mean Time) of the
AirStation's internal clock.
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NTP
Configure the AirStation’s internal clock to automatically synchronize with an NTP server.
Parameter
NTP Functionality
NTP Server
Update Interval
Meaning
Enable to use an NTP server to automatically set the AirStation's internal clock.
Enter the name of the NTP server as a host name, host name with domain name, or IP address. Up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used.
How often should the AirStation submit a time request to the NTP server? Intervals of 1 - 24 hours may be set.
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Access
You may restrict access to the AirStation’s settings screens.
Parameter
Log Output
Prohibit configuration from wireless
LAN
Prohibit configuration from wired
LAN
Permit configuration from wired
Internet
Permitted IP address
Permitted Port
Meaning
Enabling outputs a log of changes to access settings.
If enabled, prevents access to settings screens from wirelessly connected devices (only wired devices may configure).
If enabled, prevents access to settings screens from wired devices
(only wirelessly connected devices may configure).
If enabled, allows access to settings screens from network devices on the Internet side.
Displayed only if Internet side configuration is enabled. Enter the IP address of the device that is permitted to configure the AirStation remotely from the Internet side.
Displayed only if Internet side configuration is enabled. Set a port number (1 - 65535) if configuring the AirStation from the Internet side.
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Log
You may use a syslog server to manage the AirStation’s logs.
Parameter
Log Transfer
Syslog Server
Transfer Logs
Meaning
Enable to send logs to a syslog server.
Identify the syslog server by host name, host name with domain name, or IP address. You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_).
Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server.
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Save/Restore
You may save your AirStation’s settings as a file and restore settings from that file later.
Parameter
Save current settings
Restore Configuration from Backup
File
Meaning
Clicking [Save] will save the current configuration of the AirStation to a file. If the [Encrypt the configuration file with a password] option is checked, then the configuration file will be password protected with the current Administrator Password.
Restore the configuration of the AirStation from a saved configuration file by clicking the [Browse...] button, navigating to the configuration file, and then clicking Restore. If the configuration file was password protected, then put a check next to [To restore from the file you need the password], enter the password, and click
[Open].
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Initialize/Restart
Reboot or initialize the AirStation.
Parameter
Restart
Initialize
Meaning
Click [Restart Now] to restart the AirStation.
Click [Initialize Now] to initialize and restart the AirStation.
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Update
Update the AirStation’s firmware.
Parameter
Firmware Version
Firmware File Name
Meaning
Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation.
Click [Browse...] and navigate to a firmware update file. Click [Update
Firmware].
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Diagnostic
System Info
This screen displays the AirStation’s system information.
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Parameter
Model
AirStation Name
Mode Switch Status
Operational Mode
Internet
LAN
Wireless
Meaning
Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version.
Displays the AirStation’s Name.
Displays the status of the mode switch on the back of the
AirStation.
Displays the current operational mode of the AirStation.
Displays the information about the Internet port.
Displays the information about the LAN port.
Displays the wireless status.
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Logs
Check the AirStation’s logs.
Parameter
Display log info
Save to file
Meaning
Choose the types of log information to display.
Saves selected logs to the file logfile.log.
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Packet Info
Verify transferred packets.
Parameter
Sent
Received
Meaning
Displays the number of packets sent to the Internet side of
Ethernet, the LAN side of the Ethernet, and the LAN side of the wireless connection.
Displays the number of packet received from the Internet side of
Ethernet, the LAN side of the Ethernet, and the LAN side of the wireless connection.
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Client Monitor
This screen list connected devices.
Parameter
Client Monitor
Meaning
Displays information ( MAC address, lease IP address, host name, communication method, wireless authentication and 802.11n) for devices that are connected to the AirStation.
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Ping
A Ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device.
Parameter
Destination Address
Meaning
Enter an IP address or a host name for the target device and click
[Execute]. The AirStation will attempt to communicate with that device and the result will be displayed in the [Result] field.
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Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS)
AOSS and WPS are systems which enable you to automatically configure wireless LAN settings. Just pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings. Easily connect to any wireless devices, computers, or game machines which support AOSS or WPS.
AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) was developed by Buffalo Technology. WPS was created by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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• Before using AOSS or WPS to connect to a Buffalo wireless client, install Client Manager software from the included AirNavigator CD. Consult your wireless client’s documentation for more information.
• Buffalo’s Client Manager software can be used with the wireless LAN devices built into your computer. However, it is not guaranteed to work with all wireless LAN devices available. Some wireless clients may require manual setup.
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Windows 7/Vista (Client Manager V)
If you are using Windows 7 or Windows Vista, use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS.
1
2
Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].
Click [Create Profi le].
3
If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue].
4 Click the [WPS AOSS] button.
Follow any instructions displayed on the screen. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stops fl ashing and is lit steadily, the connection is complete.
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Windows XP (Client Manager 3)
If you are using Windows XP, use Client Manager 3 to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS.
1 Right click on the icon in the system tray, and select [Profi le].
2
Click the [WPS AOSS] button.
Follow any instructions displayed on the screen. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stops fl ashing and is lit steadily, the connection is complete.
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Mac OS X (AOSS Assistant)
If you are using Mac OS X 10.7 / 10.6 / 10.5 / 10.4, use the included AOSS Assistant software to connect wirelessly with AOSS.
1
Load the AirNavigator CD in your Macintosh.
2
From the menu bar, click [Go] > [Computer].
3
Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click [AOSS Assistant] in the “Mac” folder.
4
The software license screen is displayed. Click [Agree] to proceed.
5
Click [Start AOSS ].
6 Enter the Mac’s username and password and click [OK].
It will take several seconds for your wireless connection to be configured. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop flashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.
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Other Devices (e.g. Game Console)
If you are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS, refer to that device’s manual to initiate AOSS/WPS. When instructed, hold down the AOSS button on the AirStation for 1 second.
When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stop flashing and glows steadily, the connection is complete.
Manual Setup
You can also connect to the AirStation without installing Client Manager V or Client Manager 3 by using the utility built-in to Windows. The procedure varies depending on which version of Windows you are using.
Note: · If the AirNavigator CD is used to perform setup when making the initial settings of AirStation, the wireless connection settings for the AirStation are completed during the Setup process. As a result, you do not need to make the settings below. After setup is complete, once the LAN cable is removed, you can connect from your wireless client to the AirStation.
· Before performing setup, make the settings to enable the wireless client of the computer.
Windows 7 (WLAN AutoConfig)
With Windows 7, use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation.
1
Click on the network icon in the system tray .
2 Select the target AirStation’s name and click
[Connect]. If you will be connecting to this device in the future, checking [Connect automatically] is recommended.
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3 Enter the encryption key and click [OK].
Windows Vista (WLAN AutoConfig)
With Windows Vista, use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation.
1
Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray .
2 Click [Connect to a network].
3 When the screen at left is displayed, select the network to connect to and click [Connect].
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If the screen below is displayed, click [I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead].
Otherwise, go to step 4.
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4 Enter the encryption key and click [Connect].
Step through the wizard to finish configuration. If the Set Network Location screen is displayed, select [Home], [Work], or [Public location] depending where you’re using the AirStation.
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Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration)
Windows XP includes a built-in utility to connect to your AirStation.
Note: If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Configuration is disabled. Uninstall Client
Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Configuration, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation.
1
Right click on the wireless network icon displayed in the system tray.
2 Click [View Available Wireless Networks].
3 Select the network to connect to and click
[Connect].
4 Enter the encryption key (twice) and click
[Connect].
Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to finish configuration.
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Mac OS X (Wi-Fi)
Use Wi-Fi on a Mac to connect to the AirStation.
Note: In Mac OS X 10.6 and earlier, “Wi-Fi” appears as “AirPort”.
1
Refer to the label on the side of the AirStation.
Make a note of the SSID and KEY printed on the label.
Click the icon in the top section of the screen and select [Turn Wi-Fi On].
Find the SSID from step 1 on the list.
Click it to highlight it.
4
Enter the KEY from step 1 into the
Password entry box, check [Remember this network], and click [Join].
It will take several seconds for configuration to complete.
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Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection.
• Make sure that your AirStation is plugged in!
• Check that the status LEDs of your AirStation are lit as below:
Power Green light on
Wireless Green light on or flashing
Router
Diag
LAN
Green light may be on or off depending on your network off
Green light on or flashing
Internet Green light on or flashing
• Make sure that your computer is set to [obtain an IP address automatically] (see appendix D).
• Restart your AirStation.
Cannot access the web-based configuration utility.
• See chapter 4 for instructions to open the AirStation’s configuration utility.
• Enter the correct user name and password to login to the configuration screen. The factory defaults are [root] (in lower case) for the user name and a blank password (enter nothing). If you changed the password, enter the new password that you set.
• Verify that your web browser is not set to use proxies.
• Make sure that your computer is configured to [Obtain an IP Address Automatically] (see appendix D).
• Restart your AirStation.
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Cannot connect to the network wirelessly.
• Configure your wireless client with the same SSID, encryption type, and encryption key as set on the AirStation.
The factory defaults are:
SSID - The AirStation’s MAC address (printed on the label)
Encryption Type - WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK (Connect with either WPA-PSK TKIP or
WPA2-PSK AES).
Encryption Key - Printed on the label of the AirStation.
Note: Encryption is disabled by default in Asia Pacific.
• Place your AirStation and wireless devices 2 - 10 feet apart.
• Restart your AirStation.
You forgot AirStation's SSID, Encryption Key, or
Password.
Hold down the Reset button on the base of your AirStation for 3 seconds to initialize its settings. All settings, including your password, SSID, and encryption key will be initialized to their defaults. The factory defaults are:
SSID -
Encryption Type -
Encryption Key -
The AirStation’s MAC address (printed on the label)
WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK (Connect with either WPA-PSK TKIP or
WPA2-PSK AES).
Printed on the label of the AirStation.
(Encryption is disabled by default for Asia Pacific AirStations.)
The link speed is slower than 300/150 Mbps (Maximum link speed is only 130/65Mbps).
By default, the AirStation’s 300/150 Mbps mode is not enabled. You may enable it with the following procedure:
1. Open the configuration utility (chapter 4).
2. Click [Wireless SSID & Channel (11n 300(150)Mbps Mode)] in Easy Setup.
3. Change the value in [300(150) Mbps Mode] - [Band Width] to 40 MHz and click [Apply].
If you still cannot connect at 300/150 Mbps, check the settings of your wireless client device.
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Other Tips
Issue:
I reset my wireless router to factory settings and forgot how to log in to the configuration utility.
Answer:
Open your browser and enter 192.168.11.1 as the browser address and hit Enter. You will be prompted to log in. Enter the user name as root and the password box is left empty (no password).
Click [OK] to complete the login and the option to reset your password will be available on the first page.
Issue:
How do I forward ports on my wireless router for my gaming console?
Answer:
Log in to the router's configuration utility. From the home page, go to the Internet Game/ Port
Mapping section. Enter the port that needs to be forwarded, and the IP address of the gaming console.
Issue:
How do I enable or modify security encryption settings on the wireless router?
Answer:
Log in to the configuration utility with your browser. Go to the Wireless Config tab and then select the Security tab. Buffalo recommends WPA for wireless encryption. The passphrase/key should be at least 8 characters in length.
Issue:
How do I change my wireless router's broadcasted network name (SSID)?
Answer:
Log in to the configuration utility. Go to the Wireless Config tab and then select the Basic tab if necessary. Find the settings area for SSID. Select the [Use] radio button and enter the name you wish to use for your network in the text field provided. Click [Apply] to save the settings. Once the wireless router has rebooted, you will need to manually select the new network name for all wireless devices and enter your encryption key if necessary.
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Issue:
What can I do if my wireless connection drops randomly or seems slow?
Answer:
There are many environmental factors that may cause this. First, ensure the issue is not range related by moving the wireless router and the client device closer together. If the the connection drops continue, continue, then range is probably not the issue.
Other 2.4 GHz devices such as microwaves, other wireless networks, and 2.4 GHz wireless phones may impact performance. Try a different wireless channel for your wireless router. Log in to the wireless router with your browser. Click on the Wireless Config tab and then the Basic tab. Wireless channels from 1 - 11 may be selected. Try the Auto-Channel option if available. Otherwise, manually select an alternate channel and click [Apply].
Issue:
Though I am able to successfully make a connection with my wireless router, I am unable to access the Internet with my web browser.
Answer:
First, power off the Cable or DSL modem, the wireless router, and your computer. Move the router's mode switch to the ON position. Verify that the modem is connected to the wireless router with an
Ethernet cable to the WAN port. Power on the modem and wait one minute. Power on the wireless router and wait another minute. Power on the computer. Open a browser on the computer and navigate to a familiar website to verify whether the Internet connection is functioning normally.
If after these steps, an Internet connection is still unavailable, power off the Cable or DSL modem and computer again and directly connect your computer to the Cable or DSL modem with a cable between the computer and the port on the modem. Power on the modem and wait one minute.
Power on the computer and again check for an Internet connection.
If an Internet connection IS NOT available with a direct connection to the computer, please call the
Internet Service Provider who installed the modem.
If an Internet connection IS available with a direct connection to the computer, please call our customer support.
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Issue:
Where can I download the latest drivers, firmware and instructions for my Buffalo wireless products?
Answer:
The latest drivers and firmware are available online at www.buffalotech.com
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Appendix A - Specifications
WHR-HP-G300N
Wireless LAN Interface
Standard Compliance
Transmission Method
Frequency Range
Transmission Rate
Access Mode
Security
IEEE802.11b / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11n
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO
2,412 - 2,462 MHz (Channels 1 - 11)
802.11b/g:
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6, 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
802.11n:
20 MHz Channel
(LongGI) 130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13 Mbps (mcs15-8) (2 stream)
65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (mcs7-0) (1 stream)
40 MHz Channel
(LongGI) 270.0/243.0/216.0/162.0/108.0/81.0/54.0/27.0 Mbps (mcs15-8)
(2 streem)
135/121.5/108.0/81.0/54.0/40.5/27.0/13.5 Mbps(mcs7-0) (1 streem)
(ShortGI) 300.0 Mbps (mcs15) (2 streem)
150.0 Mbps (mcs7) (1 streem)
Infrastructure Mode
AOSS, WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES),
128/64bit WEP, Mac Address Filter
Wired LAN Interface
Standard Compliance
Transmission Rate
Transmission Encoding
Access Method
IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX), IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T)
10 / 100 Mbps
100BASE-TX 4B5B/MLT-3, 10BASE-T Manchester Cording
CSMA/CD
Speed and Flow Control 10/100, Auto Sensing, Auto MDIX
Number of LAN Ports 4
LAN Port Connector
Other
RJ-45
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Dimensions
Weight
External AC 100-240 V Universal, 50/60 Hz
Approx. 5.7 W (Max)
142 mm x 124 mm x 25 mm (5.6 x 4.9 x 1.0 in.)
230 g (7.4 oz. ) not included base
Operating Environment 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) , 20-80 % (non-condensing)
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Appendix A Specifications
WHR-HP-GN
Wireless LAN Interface
Standard Compliance
Transmission Method
Frequency Range
Transmission Rate
Access Mode
Security
IEEE802.11b / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11n specification
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, SISO
2,412 - 2,462 MHz (Channels 1 - 11)
802.11b/g:
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6, 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
802.11n:
20 MHz Channel
(LongGI) 65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (mcs7-0) (1 streem)
40 MHz Channel
(LongGI) 135.0/121.5/108.0/81.0/54.0/40.5/27.0/13.5 Mbps (mcs7-0) (1 streem)
(ShortGI) 150.0 Mbps (mcs7) (1 streem)
Infrastructure Mode
AOSS, WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES),
128/64bit WEP, Mac Address Filter
Wired LAN Interface
Standard Compliance
Transmission Rate
Transmission Encoding
Access Method
IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX), IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T)
10 / 100 Mbps
100BASE-TX 4B5B/MLT-3, 10BASE-T Manchester Cording
CSMA/CD
Speed and Flow Control 10/100, Auto Sensing, Auto MDIX
Number of LAN Ports 4
LAN Port Connector
Other
RJ-45
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Dimensions
Weight
External AC 100-240 V Universal, 50/60 Hz
Approx. 5.5 W (Max)
142 mm x 124 mm x 25 mm (5.6 x 4.9 x 1.0 in.)
210 g (6.8 oz.) not including base
Operating Environment 0 - 40° C (32 - 104° F) , 20 - 80% (non-condensing)
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Appendix B - Default Configuration Settings
Feature
Internet
(Router Mode only)
PPPoE
(Router Mode only)
DDNS
(Router Mode only)
VPN Server
(Router Mode only)
LAN
Parameter
Method of Acquiring IP Address
Default Gateway
Address of DNS Name Server
Internet MAC Address
MTU Size of Internet Port
Default PPPoE Connection
IP Unnumbered PPPoE
Connection
PPPoE Connection List
Preferred Connections
Dynamic DNS Service
Current Dynamic DNS
Information
LAN Side IP Address
DHCP Server Function
DHCP IP Address Pool
PPTP Server Function
Authorization Type
Server IP Address
Client IP Address
DNS Server IP Address
WINS Server IP Address
PPTP User List
LAN Side IP Address
Default Setting
Easy Setup (Internet Connection Wizard) none none
Use Default MAC Address
1500 Bytes
No Active Session
No Active Session none none
Disabled none
192.168.11.1(255.255.255.0)
Enabled
192.168.11.2 for up to 64 Address(es)
Disabled
MS-CHAPv2 (40/128-bit Encryption)
Auto
Auto
LAN IP address of the AirStation
None
None
Router Mode:
192.168.11.1 (255.255.255.0)
Bridge Mode (Router Switch off):
192.168.11.100 (255.255.255.0)
Bridge Mode (Router Switch set to Auto):
Obtain automatically from DHCP Server
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Appendix B Default Configuration Settings
Feature
DHCP Lease
(Router Mode only)
NAT
(Router Mode only)
Route
WPS
Parameter
DHCP Server Function
(Router Mode only)
DHCP IP Address Pool
(Router Mode only)
LAN Side IP Address
(IP Unnumbered)
(Router Mode only)
Default Setting
Enabled
192.168.11.2 - 192.168.11.65
none
Lease Period
(Router Mode only)
Default Gateway
(Router Mode only)
DNS Servers
(Router Mode only)
WINZ Server
(Router Mode only)
48 Hours
AirStation's IP Address
AirStation's IP Address
Do Not Specify
Domain Name
(Router Mode only)
Default Gateway
(Bridge Mode only)
Assigned Domain Name none
DNS Server Address
(Bridge Mode only) none
Current DHCP Client Information none
Address Translation
Log Output of Deleted Packets
Routing Information
WPS
External Registrar
AirStation PIN
WPS Security Information
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Enabled
Disabled none
Enabled
Enabled
An 8-digit random value
(Printed on the label of the AirStation)
WPS status:
SSID:
Security: configured
AirStation's MAC Address
WPA/WPA2 mixedmode - PSK
TKIP/AES mixedmode or none
Encryption key: Either a 13-digit random value or disabled. Printed on the label of the AirStation. Encryption is disabled by default settings on
AirStation for Asia Pacific.
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Appendix B Default Configuration Settings
Feature
AOSS
Basic
Advanced
WMM
Parameter
Encryption level expansion
Dedicated WEP SSID isolation
Enabled
Disabled
AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Enabled
Wireless Radio
Wireless Channel
300(150)Mbps Mode
Broadcast SSID
Separate feature
SSID
Wireless authentication
Wireless encryption
WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key)
Rekey interval
Multicast Rate
DTIM Period
Privacy Separator
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_BK (Low) )
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_BE (Normal) )
Default Setting
Enabled
Auto Channel
Band Width: 20 MHz
Extension Channel: -
Allow not used
Configure AirStation's MAC address
WPA/WPA2 mixedmode - PSK, or no authentication
TKIP/AES mixedmode, or no encryption
A 13-digit random value or disabled
(Printed on the label of the AirStation. Encryption is disabled in default settings on AirStation for Asia
Pacific.)
60 minutes
Auto
1
Disable
CWmin
CWmax
AIFSN
TXOP Limit
Admission Control
CWmin
CWmax
AIFSN
TXOP Limit
Admission Control
For AP
15
1023
3
0
15
63
7
0
-----
For AP
-----
For STA
15
1023
7
0
Disable
For STA
3
0
15
1023
Disable
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Appendix B Default Configuration Settings
Feature
MAC Filter
Multicast
Control
WDS
Firewall
(Router Mode only)
IP Filter
(Router Mode only)
VPN Pass
Through
(Router Mode only)
Port Forwarding
(Router Mode only)
DMZ
(Router Mode only)
UPnP
(Router Mode only)
UPnP
Parameter
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_VI (High) )
WMM-EDCA Parameters
(Priority AC_VO (Highest) )
Enforce MAC Filter
Registration List
Snooping
Multicast Aging Time
WDS
Specify Master/Slave
Log Output
Basic Rules
Log Output
IP Filter Information
IPv6 Pass Through
PPPoE Pass Through
PPTP Pass Through
Port Forwarding Registration Information
IP Address of DMZ none
Default Setting
CWmin
CWmax
AIFSN
TXOP Limit
Admission Control
CWmin
CWmax
AIFSN
TXOP Limit
Admission Control
Disabled none
Enabled
300 Sec.
Use
Master
Disabled
Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS Routing
Reject IDENT Requests
Block Ping from Internet
Disabled
3
7
1
47
-----
For AP
7
15
1
94
-----
For AP none
Disabled
Disabled
Enabled none
Enabled
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Disabled
Enabled
Enabled
For STA
7
15
2
94
Disable
For STA
3
7
2
47
Disable
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Appendix B Default Configuration Settings
Feature
QoS
(Router Mode only)
Name
Password
Time/Date
Parameter
QoS for transmission to the
Internet
AirStation Name
List Network Services
Administrator Name
Administrator Password
Local Date
Local Time
Time Zone
NTP
Access
NTP Functionality
NTP Server
Update Interval
Log Output
Access Limits
Log Log Transfer
Syslog Server
Transfer Logs
Default Setting
Disabled
AP + AirStation's MAC Address
Enabled root (fixed) none
2011 Year 1 Month 1 Day
0 Hour 0 Minute 0 Seconds
(GMT−06:00) Central Standard Time: CST or
(GMT+00:00) Greenwich Mean Time,London
Enabled time.nist.gov
24 hours
Disabled
Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN
Prohibit configuration from wired LAN
Permit configuration from WAN
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled none
Router Mode:
Address Translation, IP Filter, Firewall, PPPoE Client, Dynamic DNS, DHCP Client, DHCP Server,
AOSS, Wireless Client, Authentication, Setting
Changes, System Boot, NTP Client, and Wired
Link
Bridge Mode:
IP Filter, DHCP Client, AOSS, Wireless Client, Authentication, Setting Changes, System Boot, NTP
Client, and Wired Link
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Appendix C - Checking Wireless Signal Quality
For users of Windows 7, Vista, or Mac OS X (10.4 and later), software supplied with the AirStation can be used to check the quality and strength of the wireless signal.
Windows 7/Vista
Note: · If Client Manager V is not already installed, install it from the AirNavigator CD. Click [Install Wireless Client Driver and Application] > [Options] > [Advanced Installation], and install Client Manager V.
· Client Manager V does not support Windows XP.
1 Click [Start] > [All Programs] > [BUFFALO] > [AirStation Utility] > [Client Manager V].
2
Click [Advanced Setup].
3
When the Client Manager V status screen is displayed, click .
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Appendix C Checking Wireless Signal Quality
4
Parameter
Connection status
Usage status by channel
Meaning
Signal strength (dBm), link speed (Mbps), and signal quality (%) are displayed in one-minute intervals on a real-time graph.
The 11b/11g display shows usage in the 2.4 GHz band channels 1 to 11.
Colors are used to indicate the signal strength of the access point. Colors closer to red indicate an access point with a stronger signal strength, and colors closer to blue indicate an access point with a weaker signal strength.
Mac OS X
1
Load the AirNavigator CD into your Macintosh.
2
From the menu bar, click [Go] > [Computer].
3
Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click [WLAN Monitor] in the “Mac” folder.
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Appendix C Checking Wireless Signal Quality
4
The software license screen is displayed when starting for the first time only. Click [Agree] to proceed.
5
Parameter
Network name (SSID)
Status
IP Address
Security
Encryption
Band
Channel
Link Speed (Mbps)
Quality (%)
Signal Level (dBm)
Meaning
This displays the SSID of the AirStation that is currently connected.
This indicates the current connection status.
This indicates the IP address of the current wireless network port
(AirPort).
This indicates the authentication method for the current connection target.
This displays the encryption type for the current connection target.
This displays the wireless band for the current connection target.
This displays the wireless channel for the current connection target.
This displays the current link speed.
This displays the current signal quality.
This indicates the strength of the current signal.
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Appendix D - TCP/IP Settings
Windows 7
To configure TCP/IP in Windows 7, follow the procedure below.
1
Click [Start] > [Control Panel] > [Network and Internet].
2
Double click [Network and Sharing Center].
3
Click [Change Adapter Settings] on the left side menu.
4
Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties].
5
If the message “Windows needs your permission to continue” appears, click [Continue].
6
Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] then click [Properties].
7
To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically].
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Example:
If the AirStation’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway
Preferred DNS server
Alternate DNS server
192.168.11.1
192.168.11.1
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8
Click [OK].
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Appendix D TCP/IP Settings
Windows Vista
To configure TCP/IP in Windows Vista, follow the procedure below.
1
Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel].
2
Double click [Network and Sharing Center].
3
Click [Manage network connections] on the left side menu.
4
Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties].
5
When the message “Windows needs your permission to continue” appears, click [Continue].
6
Select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)], then click [Properties].
7
To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically].
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Example:
If the AirStation’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway
Preferred DNS server
Alternate DNS server
192.168.11.1
192.168.11.1
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8
Click [Close].
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Appendix D TCP/IP Settings
Windows XP
To configure TCP/IP in Windows XP, follow the procedure below.
1
Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel].
2
Double click [Network].
3
Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties].
4
Select [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)], then click [Properties].
5
To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically].
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Example:
If the AirStation’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP address 192.168.11.80
Subnet mask
Default gateway
255.255.255.0
192.168.11.1
Preferred DNS server
Alternate DNS server
192.168.11.1
blank
6
Click [Close].
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Appendix D TCP/IP Settings
Mac OS X
To configure TCP/IP in Mac OS X, follow the procedure below.
1
Click [Apple menu] > [System Preferences…].
2
Click [Network].
3
Click [Ethernet].
4
To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, select [Using DHCP] in the Configure
IPv4 field.
To set your IP address settings manually, select [Manually] in the Configure IPv4 field and enter values for each setting. Examples:
If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1,
IP Address 192.168.11.80
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Router
DNS Server
Search Domains
192.168.11.1
192.168.11.1
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5
Click [Apply].
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Appendix E - Restoring the Default Configuration
Hold down this button for 3 seconds. The
AirStation will be initialized.
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Appendix F - Regulatory Compliance
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 the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID:
WHR-HP-G300N: FDI-09101621-0
WHR-HP-GN : FDI-09101567-0
Important Note - FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
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Appendix F Regulatory Compliance
European Union Notice:
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
• EN60950-1:
2006 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• EN 50385: 2002
Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of radio base stations and fixed terminal stations for wireless telecommunication systems with the basic restrictions or the reference levels related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields (110MHz - 40 GHz) - General public
• EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the
R&TTE Directive
• EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements
•EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2 (2008-04)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for
2,4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment
This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies.
In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.
This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the
RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.
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Appendix F Regulatory Compliance
Česky[Czech]
Buffalo Technology Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Dansk[Danish]
Undertegnede Buffalo Technology Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr AirStation WHR-HP-GN/
G300N overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch[German]
Hiermit erklärt Buffalo Technology Inc. dass sich das Gerät AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N in
Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen
Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti[Estonian]
Käesolevaga kinnitab Buffalo Technology Inc. seadme AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
English
Hereby, Buffalo Technology Inc. declares that this AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Español[Spanish]
Por medio de la presente Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que el AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Ελληνική[Greek]
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Buffalo Technology Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N
ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Français[French]
Par la présente Buffalo Technology Inc. déclare que l’appareil AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/
CE.
Italiano[Italian]
Con la presente Buffalo Technology Inc. dichiara che questo AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
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Appendix F Regulatory Compliance
Latviski[Latvian]
Ar šo Buffalo Technology Inc. deklarē, ka AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuvių[Lithuanian]
Šiuo Buffalo Technology Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands[Dutch]
Hierbij verklaart Buffalo Technology Inc. dat het toestel AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/
EG.
Malti[Maltese]
Hawnhekk, Buffalo Technology Inc. , jiddikjara li dan AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N jikkonforma malħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Magyar[Hungarian]
Alulírott, Buffalo Technology Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski[Polish]
Niniejszym, Buffalo Technology Inc. , deklaruję, że AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N spełnia wymagania zasadnicze oraz stosowne postanowienia zawarte Dyrektywie 1999/5/EC.
Português[Portuguese]
Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que este AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko[Slovenian]
Buffalo Technology Inc. izjavlja, da je ta AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky[Slovak]
Buffalo Technology Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi[Finnish]
Buffalo Technology Inc. vakuuttaa täten että AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
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Svensk[Swedish]
Härmed intygar Buffalo Technology Inc. att denna AirStation WHR-HP-GN/G300N står I
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Industry Canada statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
Industry Canada ID:
WHR-HP-G300N: 6102A-025
WHR-HP-GN: 6102A-024
For Taiwan 警語
第十二條：
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加
大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條：
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，
並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率
射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
기종별
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로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며 , 모든
지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다 .
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CONDICIONES (Mexico)
PRIMERA
-El certificado provisional tiene vigencia de un año a partir de esta fecha y prodrá ser renovado hasta en dos ocasiones por el mismo período, para lo cual, previo a la fecha de vencimiento del Certificado deberá solicitar por escrito a esta Comisión su renovación. El Ceritificado definitivo tiene vigencia indefinida.
SEGUNDA
-El Certificado de Homologación, podrá ser cancelado a petición del solicitante a cuando la
Comisión Federal de Telecomunicaciones así lo determine con fundamento en el Artículo 149 del
Reglamento de Telecomunicaciones, o bien de acuerdo a lo señalado en el Capítulo Segundo de la
Ley Federal de Procedimiento Administrativo.
TERCERA
-Los equipos amparados por este Certificado de Homologación deberán tener indicado en alguna parte visible, firmemente adherido, el númerode Certificado de Homologación correspondiente, así como la marca y modelo con la que se expide este Certificado.
CUARTA
-La Comisión Federal de Telecomunicación podrá requerir en cualquier momento a la empresa presentación de información ténica adicional, así como las muestras del equipo para realizar pruebas de comportamiento y verificar las caraterísticas del mismo.
QUINTA
-Cualquier modificación estructural o de configuración ténica deberá someterse a consideración de la Comisión, para que ésta determine si procede el otorgamiento de una ampliación del Certificado de Homologación o si requiere de un nuevo Certificado.
SEXTA
-El equipo que ampara el presente certificado deberá operar conforme a las regulaciones ténicas, reglas,reglamentos y otras disposiciones administrativas vigente o que llegara a emitir o adoptar la
Comisión Federal de Telecomunicaciones y/o la Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes.
SEPTIMA
-El equipo de radiocomunicación que ampara el presente certificado deberá operar de conformidad con el Reglamento de Radiocomunicaciones de la Unión Internacional de Telecomunicaciones y el
Cuadro Nacional de Atribución de Frequencias México vigente.
OCTAVA
-Las antenas de las estaciones terrenas deberán cumplir con el patrón de radiación Recomendado por la Unión Internacional de Telecomunicaciones, Sector de Radio Frequencia UIT-R, en el casdo de sistemas de microondas las antenas de los mismos deberán cumplir con las recomendaciones del
UIT-R, conforme a su banda de operación.
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NOVENA
-La homologación de este equipo no implica la autorización para prestar servicios públicos de telecomunicaciones ni para establecer aplicaciones que obstruyan o invadan cualquier via general de comunicación.
DECIMA
- El inclumplimiento de las condiciones estipuladas en este Certificado será motivo de sanción con base a lo dispuesto en la Ley de Vías General de Comunicación, Ley Fedreal de Telecomunicación y en el Reglamento de Telecomunicaciones.
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Appendix G - Environmental Information
• The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production.
• The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
• In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
• The take-back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way.
• The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems.
• If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration.
WHR-HP-GN / WHR-HP-G300N User Manual 123
Appendix H - GPL Information
Source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp/ .
WHR-HP-GN / WHR-HP-G300N User Manual 124
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