Thrustmaster HWNR-300 Specification

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CONTENTS
Click a title in this table of contents to access the corresponding section
1.
YOUR HERCULES WIRELESS N ROUTER........................................................................................ 4
1.1. Recommendations ........................................................................................................................ 4
1.2. Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 4
1.3. Minimum system requirements ..................................................................................................... 5
1.4. Box contents.................................................................................................................................. 5
1.5. Front face overview ....................................................................................................................... 6
1.6. Connectivity overview ................................................................................................................... 6
2.
INSTALLING YOUR HERCULES WIRELESS N ROUTER ................................................................. 7
2.1. How to position your Hercules Wireless N Router........................................................................ 7
2.2. Uninstalling your modem or disabling the automatic connection to your modem ........................ 8
2.3. Getting past the Content Advisor (parental control) ..................................................................... 9
2.4. Launching the Hercules Wireless N Router installation Assistant .............................................. 10
2.5. Installing Hercules Wireless N Router only................................................................................. 11
2.6. Installing the Hercules pack (Hercules Wireless N Router + Wireless N USB Key) .................. 15
2.7. Installing the Wireless N USB key only....................................................................................... 19
2.8. Exploring the CD-ROM ............................................................................................................... 19
2.9. Connecting to a network with Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM .............................................................. 19
2.9.1. Connecting to a network in master mode ...................................................................... 20
2.9.2. Connecting to a network in client mode ........................................................................ 21
3.
WIFI MANAGER N, THE VERSATILE UTILITY................................................................................. 22
3.1. Opening the doors of WiFi Manager N ....................................................................................... 22
3.2. Changing the WiFi Manager N password! .................................................................................. 23
3.3. Navigating within the WiFi Manager N interface ......................................................................... 24
3.4. Easy customization of your Hercules Wireless N Router ........................................................... 24
3.4.1. Step 1: Change the password for accessing the interface............................................ 25
3.4.2. Step 2: Internet (WAN) connection ................................................................................ 25
3.4.3. Step 3: Enabling your WiFi network .............................................................................. 27
3.4.4. Step 4: Selecting security for your WiFi network........................................................... 28
3.5. Sharing your Internet connection via the Router ........................................................................ 30
3.5.1. Selecting your Internet connection ................................................................................ 30
3.5.2. Testing your Internet connection ................................................................................... 33
3.5.3. Resolving any difficulties accessing WiFi Manager N or the Internet ........................... 33
3.6. Mastering your WiFi network at your fingertips........................................................................... 37
3.6.1. Personalizing your WiFi network ................................................................................... 37
3.6.2. Securing your WiFi network........................................................................................... 38
3.6.3. Limiting access to your WiFi network to certain WiFi computers or devices ................ 42
3.6.4. Disabling your WiFi network .......................................................................................... 43
3.6.5. Re-enabling your WiFi network ..................................................................................... 43
3.7. The firewall: your ultimate protection against Internet attacks ................................................... 44
4.
WELCOME TO THE WIRELESS ATTITUDETM! ................................................................................ 45
4.1. A few important points to bear in mind before getting started .................................................... 45
4.2. Computers running Windows Vista: Sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection ............ 45
4.2.1. Enabling sharing ............................................................................................................ 45
4.2.2. Windows Vista: Sharing public or personal folders ....................................................... 48
4.2.3.
Computers running Windows Vista: Accessing shared folders .................................................... 50
4.2.4. Windows Vista: Sharing a printer ........................................................................................... 50
4.2.5.
Computers running Windows Vista : Accessing the shared printer ............................................... 52
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4.2.6. Windows Vista: Sharing an ADSL connection in an Infrastructure type network ......... 54
Computers running Windows XP: Sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection ............... 56
4.3.1. Windows XP: Using the Network Setup Wizard in an Infrastructure network .............. 56
4.3.2. Windows XP: Sharing folders........................................................................................ 60
4.3.3.
Windows XP: Accessing shared folders ............................................................................. 61
4.3.4. Windows XP: Sharing a printer ..................................................................................... 61
4.3.5. Windows XP: Modifying a workgroup name ................................................................. 63
4.3.6. Windows XP: Manually enabling or disabling your adapter’s WiFi connection
(advanced users)........................................................................................................... 64
4.4. Computers running Windows 2000: Sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection ............ 64
4.4.1. Creating a workgroup in Windows 2000 ....................................................................... 64
4.4.2. Windows 2000: Sharing folders .................................................................................... 65
4.4.3.
Windows 2000: Accessing shared folders............................................................................... 65
4.4.4. Windows 2000: Sharing a printer........................................................................................... 65
4.4.5. Windows 2000: Modifying a workgroup name .................................................................. 67
4.4.6. Windows 2000: Sharing an ADSL connection in an Infrastructure network ................. 68
4.4.7. Windows 2000: Manually enabling or disabling your adapter’s WiFi connection
(advanced users)........................................................................................................... 69
4.5. Computers running Windows Me: Sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection ............... 69
4.5.1. Windows Me: Using the Home Networking Wizard in an Infrastructure network ......... 69
4.5.2. Windows Me: Sharing folders ....................................................................................... 71
4.5.3.
Windows Me: Accessing shared folders ............................................................................... 72
4.5.4. Windows Me: Sharing a printer ..................................................................................... 72
4.5.5. Windows Me: Modifying a workgroup name ................................................................. 74
4.5.6. Windows Me: Manually enabling or disabling your adapter’s WiFi connection
(advanced users)........................................................................................................... 74
4.6. Computers running Windows 98 SE: Sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection .......... 75
4.6.1. Windows 98 SE: Creating a workgroup ........................................................................ 75
4.6.2. Windows 98 SE: Sharing folders................................................................................... 75
4.6.3.
Windows 98 SE: Accessing shared folders ............................................................................... 76
4.6.4. Windows 98 SE: Sharing a printer ................................................................................ 76
4.6.5. Windows 98 SE: Sharing an ADSL connection in an Infrastructure network ............... 78
4.6.6. Windows 98 SE: Manually enabling or disabling your adapter’s WiFi connection
(advanced users)........................................................................................................... 79
4.3.
5.
WIFI MANAGER N FOR ADVANCED USERS .................................................................................. 80
5.1. Configuring your WiFi network’s advanced options ................................................................... 80
5.2. Configuring your Internet firewall................................................................................................ 81
5.2.1. Opening doors in your firewall to put your camera online or authorize access for
a computer to certain Internet services ......................................................................... 81
5.2.2. Limiting access of one of your network computers to Internet services ....................... 84
5.2.3. Redirecting Internet requests to a specific computer.................................................... 85
5.2.4. Protecting yourself from Internet attacks with the DOS (Denial Of Service)
function .......................................................................................................................... 85
5.3. A toolbox with multiple facets ..................................................................................................... 87
5.3.1. Restarting your Hercules Router................................................................................... 87
5.3.2. Restoring your original settings ..................................................................................... 87
5.3.3. Updating firmware ......................................................................................................... 88
5.4. Other advanced options ............................................................................................................. 89
5.4.1. Assigning priority to a type of data in the event of an overloaded network .................. 89
5.4.2. Configuring the DHCP server........................................................................................ 90
5.4.3. Facilitating connection of devices with the UPnP protocol ........................................... 91
5.4.4. Selecting a primary and secondary domain name server ............................................ 91
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5.4.5. Linking an IP address to a dynamic domain name server ............................................ 92
5.4.6. Configuring your Router remotely.................................................................................. 92
5.4.7. Setting priorities for types of data according to available bandwidth ............................ 93
5.5. Product information ..................................................................................................................... 94
6.
GLOSSARY ......................................................................................................................................... 95
7.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT...................................................................................................................... 99
8.
WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................ 99
9.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION RECOMMENDATION .............................................................. 100
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1. YOUR HERCULES WIRELESS N ROUTER
Your Hercules N Router opens up the doors to a new world of WiFi for you: one of high-speed wireless
communications and extended coverage. In keeping with the trend of Web 2.0, your Hercules N Router takes
interactivity with users even further and allows you to share your Internet access to watch high-definition
videos or transfer large files without any worries. It also allows you to share your devices and your data
between several computers, while at the same time doing away with the need for kilometers worth of cables.
Great care has been taken in designing your product. Both simple to operate and user-friendly, it is well
suited to beginners and advanced users alike.
And now, it’s time to learn about your new product and join in the Wireless AttitudeTM!
1.1. Recommendations
- Never open up your Hercules Wireless N Router, as you risk damaging its internal components.
- In order to avoid the risk of fire or electrical discharge, keep your Router away from:
- rain or humidity, as well as all fluids (water, chemical products and any other liquids),
- sources of heat such as heaters, stoves and any other heat-producing devices (including amplifiers),
- direct sunlight.
- Do not cover your Router.
- Unplug the Router’s power cable if you do not plan on using it again for an extended period of time. To
unplug the power cable, take hold of and pull on the plug. Never pull on the cable itself.
- Disconnect the Router before cleaning. Use a soft cloth for cleaning and avoid using aerosol cleaners.
1.2. Specifications
Your Hercules Wireless N Router is equipped with several functionalities: (1) 802.11n wireless WiFi router,
(2) 10/100 LAN switch and (3) Internet firewall.
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Compatible with the following WiFi protocols:
802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5 and 11Mbits/s data rates in the 2.4GHz band
802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54Mbits/s data rates in the 2.4GHz band
802.11n draft 1.0 and 2.0: data rates in the 2.4GHz band, varying depending on the bandwidth of
the channel used (20 or 40MHz). Values are classified from MCS0 to MCS15 and vary from 7.2
to 144.44Mbits/s for 20MHz and from 15 to 300Mbits/s for 40MHz
DSSS/CCK frequency range and OFDM modulation from 2.412GHz to 2.484GHz (13 channels)
Compatible with the following security protocols:
WEP with 64 and 128-bit key length
WPA-PSK with TKIP or AES encryption (802.11i security protocol)
WPA2 with TKIP and AES encryption (802.11i security protocol)
Filtering by MAC address/IP address, URL blocking
SPI firewall
WMM mode support (Wi-Fi MultiMedia™)
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM)
WAN mode support (PPPoE, automatic DHCP, static IP)
LAN mode support
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Router mode support
802.11n wireless access point
RF specification: frequency band = 2.4GHz – 2.484GHz
Maximum transmission power: 100mW
3 removable, adjustable 3dBi antennas
4 RJ-45 connectors for a Fast Ethernet 10/100Mbps connection
Auto-MDIX support (automatic detection of crossed cabling)
Conforms to the IEEE 802.3u specification
IEEE 802.3x flow control support in Full Duplex mode
External DC power supply. Input: 200~240V, 50/60 Hz; output: 9V DC/1 A
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Software update via Ethernet port
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1.3. Minimum system requirements
To access configuration settings:
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Intel Pentium III, AMD Athlon/AMD-K6
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64MB RAM
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Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 network card
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CD-ROM drive
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Operating system: Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista
To access the Internet:
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Active Internet line
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Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape Navigator 4.7 or Mozilla Firefox 1.0 or higher
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ADSL Ethernet modem, cable modem, Internet “Box” (Livebox®, Freebox®, Neufbox®…)
1.4. Box contents
Please verify that the following elements are present in your Hercules Router box:
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Hercules Wireless N Router
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CD-ROM containing the installation Assistant and User Manual in PDF format
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Quick Start Guide in English
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Ethernet cable
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Power adapter
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Hercules Wireless N USB Key (optional)
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1.5. Front face overview
: Power LED
: WiFi LED: lit up when the WiFi connection is active. Flashes during
data transfer.
: 4 LEDs corresponding to the 4 Ethernet ports: the LED is lit up
when a device is connected to the corresponding port. The LEDs
flash during data transfer.
: Internet LED: lit up when the Ethernet cable is connected to the
WAN connector. Flashes during data transfer.
1.6. Connectivity overview
 Power plug to connect the power adapter.
 Four Ethernet ports allowing your Hercules Router to be connected to 4
desktop computers and/or laptop computers and/or game consoles equipped
with Ethernet (RJ-45) ports and/or devices (webcam...) in order to create a
network.
 RJ-45 WAN port allowing you to connect an ADSL modem, cable modem or
Internet “Box” to your Hercules Router.
 WPS button (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM).
 Return to factory default settings button.
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2. INSTALLING YOUR HERCULES WIRELESS N ROUTER
Your Hercules Wireless N Router has been designed to be simple to use and install. If you are new to
working with wireless products, we invite you to first follow the advice presented in chapters 2.1 to 2.3.
Otherwise, you can proceed directly to chapter 2.4. Launching the Hercules Wireless N Router installation
Assistant, which explains how to install your Hercules Wireless N Router step by step.
2.1. How to position your Hercules Wireless N Router
Remove the Router and the power adapter from the box.
To help you select the best spot to position your Hercules Router, we are pleased to offer you the following
tips, which you may adapt according to your environment (the number of rooms, computers, floors in your
home, the presence of any obstacles, the locations of power and telephone plugs…).
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Position the Router near your modem (ADSL, cable or Internet “Box”) and a power outlet.
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Try to place your Router in a room centrally located in relation to your other computers and WiFi
devices.
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Keep a minimum distance of 2m between the Router and any computers and WiFi devices.
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If you have several computers or WiFi devices on different floors in your home (on the ground floor and
the second floor, for example), you should ideally try to place your Hercules Router on the ground floor.
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Your Router’s WiFi performance may be greatly affected by certain obstacles, such as the presence
of paper (a bookcase), metal, water (an aquarium) or a wall made of reinforced concrete between the
Hercules Router and any WiFi adapters.
Moreover, do not hesitate to adjust each of the 3 antennas to different positions in order to achieve
optimum reception of the WiFi signal.
2.2. Uninstalling your modem or disabling the automatic
connection to your modem
If you already have an Internet “Box” or Ethernet modem connected to your computer, we recommend that
you uninstall it or disable the automatic connection to this modem. The objective in doing so is to
establish the Internet connection via the TCP/IP local area network created by the Hercules Router, and no
longer directly via your ADSL modem.
This procedure only applies if you connect to the Internet via an Ethernet modem. If you have a USB
modem, you cannot connect the USB modem to your Hercules Router and access the Internet.
If you decide to uninstall the modem's drivers:
- Switch off and then disconnect your modem from your computer's Ethernet port.
- Uninstall the software supplied by your service provider, as well as the modem's drivers. For more
information, please refer to your modem's user manual.
- Now connect your modem to the Internet port on your Hercules Router.
If you decide to disable the automatic connection to the modem:
In order to avoid software conflicts, please follow the procedure described below:
- Open your Internet Explorer browser.
- Click Tools/Internet Options.
The Internet Options window is displayed.
- Select the Connections tab.
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Scenario 1: your ISP appears in the Internet
Options window.
- Disable the automatic connection to your modem
by selecting the Never dial a connection option.
- Click OK.
Scenario 2: your ISP does not appear in the
Internet Options window.
The automatic connection is managed directly by
the software furnished by your ISP.
- Refer to the user manual for your ADSL modem or
for the software furnished by your ISP for details
on how to disable the automatic connection
and/or for the Internet connection to be
established via a local area network (TCP/IP).
Reminder: it is the Hercules Router that will create
a local area network through which the computers
will access the Internet.
You can also find information on our website (FAQs etc.): www.hercules.com.
2.3. Getting past the Content Advisor (parental control)
If you have enabled the Content Advisor in your Internet browser in order to control access to certain sites
which may include contents of a violent or otherwise undesirable nature, you will not be able to immediately
connect to WiFi Manager N to configure and view the settings for your Hercules Wireless N Router.
After launching QuickAccess, the quick connection utility to WiFi Manager N, the Content Advisor will ask you
for authorization to view the site http://192.168.2.1. This site corresponds to the WiFi Manager N interface on
your Router. To access the site, simply give your authorization to Always allow this Web site to be viewed.
Once you have done so, the Router's address will be stored in your Internet browser and you will then be able
to access WiFi Manager N directly.
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2.4. Launching the Hercules Wireless N Router installation
Assistant
The Assistant, available on the CD-ROM included with the Router, will guide you through the different steps of
the installation. To help you with the installation, each of the steps is described below.
- Insert the included CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
The installation Assistant appears automatically.
If the installation menu is not launched automatically:
- Double-click My Computer (Windows 2000/XP) or Computer (Windows Vista).
- Double-click
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- Double-click Setup.exe, if necessary.
The Welcome page appears. Click Next (the arrow symbol).
The following page prompts you to install the product of your choice.
You can choose to install the Hercules pack (composed of the Hercules Wireless N Router and the Wireless
N USB Key), the Hercules Wireless N Router only or the WiFi Station N software only, which is required for
using your Hercules Wireless N Key.
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2.5. Installing Hercules Wireless N Router only
Step 1
- Click the
button.
The Assistant will launch the installation procedure for your Router, along with the associated software,
WiFi Manager N, specifically developed by Hercules to set, verify and configure all connection and security
settings for Hercules Wireless N series devices.
For more information on WiFi Manager N, please refer to section 3. WiFi Manager N, the versatile utility.
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Step 2
- Connect the Hercules Router's power adapter to the power plug and plug the power adapter into an electrical
outlet.
- Click Next (the arrow symbol).
Step 3
- Disconnect the cable connecting your modem to your computer, and connect it to the WAN port on your
Hercules Wireless N Router.
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The power LED lights up and the WiFi LED flashes. The Internet (WAN) LED lights up and flashes during
data transfer.
- Click Next (the arrow symbol).
Step 4
- Connect one end of the included Ethernet cable to one of the four Ethernet ports on your Hercules
Wireless N Router, and the other end to your computer's Ethernet port.
The LED corresponding to the number of the Ethernet port you have selected lights up.
- Click Next (the arrow symbol).
Step 5
The Assistant prompts you to install Hercules QuickAccess, the quick connection utility to WiFi Manager N.
Click the Install QuickAccess button if you wish to install this utility.
If you do not wish to install this utility, you will only be able to access your Router by manually
entering its address (please see section 3.1 Opening the doors of WiFi Manager N).
Step 6
Once QuickAccess has been installed, the WiFi Manager N installation Assistant is launched, allowing you
to automatically configure your Hercules Wireless N Router.
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For more information on the WiFi Manager N installation Assistant, please refer to section 3.4. Easy
customization of your Hercules Wireless N Router.
Step 7
- Disconnect the Ethernet cable from your computer, if you have already enabled WiFi in the WiFi Manager N
installation Assistant.
End of installation: WPS connection
Installation of your Hercules Wireless N Router is now complete. Before learning about advanced
functionalities and moving on to practical applications, the screen shown above demonstrates how you can
connect very easily using WPS. Click Close to exit this screen, then click Close again to exit the installation
Assistant.
For more information on connecting using WPS, please refer to section 2.9. Connecting to a network with
Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM.
To learn about all of your product's advanced functionalities, please refer to section 3. WiFi Manager N, the
versatile utility.
To learn about practical applications for your WiFi devices, please refer to section 4. Welcome to the
Wireless Attitude™.
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2.6. Installing the Hercules pack (Hercules Wireless N Router +
Wireless N USB Key)
Step 1
- Click the
button.
The Assistant will successively launch installation of your Router and your Key, as well as of the
associated software (WiFi Manager N for the Hercules Wireless N Router and WiFi Station N the Hercules
Wireless N USB Key), specifically developed by Hercules to set, verify and configure all connection and
security settings for Hercules Wireless N series devices.
For more information regarding WiFi Manager N, please refer to section 3. WiFi Manager N, the versatile
utility.
For more information regarding WiFi Station N, please refer to the PDF manual for your Hercules
Wireless N USB Key.
Step 2
- Connect the Hercules Router's power adapter to the power plug and plug the power adapter into an electrical
outlet.
- Click Next (the arrow symbol).
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Step 3
- Disconnect the cable connecting your modem to your computer, and connect it to the WAN port on your
Hercules Wireless N Router.
The power LED lights up and the WiFi LED flashes. The Internet (WAN) LED lights up and flashes during
data transfer.
- Click Next (the arrow symbol).
Step 4
- Connect one end of the included Ethernet cable to one of the four Ethernet ports on your Hercules
Wireless N Router, and the other end to your computer's Ethernet port.
The LED corresponding to the number of the Ethernet port you have selected lights up.
- Click Next (the arrow symbol).
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Step 5
The Assistant prompts you to install Hercules QuickAccess, the quick connection utility to WiFi Manager N.
Click the Install QuickAccess button if you wish to install this utility.
If you do not wish to install this utility, you will only be able to access your Router by manually
entering its address (please see section 3.1 Opening the doors of WiFi Manager N).
Step 6
Once QuickAccess has been installed, the WiFi Manager N installation Assistant is launched, allowing you
to automatically configure your Hercules Wireless N Router.
For more information on the WiFi Manager N installation Assistant, please refer to section
3.4. Easy customization of your Hercules Wireless N Router.
Step 7
The WiFi Station N installation Assistant then starts up to launch installation of your Hercules Wireless N USB
Key. Follow the on-screen instructions.
For more information on installing WiFi Station N, please refer to the PDF manual for your Hercules
Wireless N USB Key.
Step 8
- If you wish to install WiFi Station N on another computer, click Install WiFi Station N on another computer.
In that case, remove the CD-ROM from the computer and insert it into the CD-ROM drive of the computer on
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which you wish to install WiFi Station N. You should then launch installation of WiFi Station N on that
computer. Once installation is complete, remove the CD-ROM to complete installation of your Router.
- Otherwise, click Install WiFi Station N on this computer to launch installation of WiFi Station N.
End of installation: WPS connection
Installation of your Hercules Wireless N Router/Hercules Wireless N USB Key is now complete. Before
learning about advanced functionalities and moving on to practical applications, the screen shown above
demonstrates how you can connect very easily using WPS.
For more information on connecting using WPS, please refer to section 2.9. Connecting to a network with
Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM.
To learn about all of your product's advanced functionalities, please refer to section 3. WiFi Manager N, the
versatile utility or section 4. The WiFi Station N utility in the PDF manual for your Hercules Wireless N Key.
To learn about practical applications for your WiFi devices, please refer to section 4. Welcome to the
Wireless Attitude™.
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2.7. Installing the Wireless N USB key only
To install the Wireless N USB Key:
- Click the
button.
The WiFi Station N installation Assistant is launched. Follow the on-screen instructions
For more information on installing WiFi Station N, please refer to the PDF manual for your Hercules
Wireless N USB Key.
2.8. Exploring the CD-ROM
- Click the
button.
The CD-ROM's tree structure is displayed in the new window. You can browse through the contents of the
different folders.
2.9. Connecting to a network with Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM
If connecting to a WiFi network and configuring it seems like too much trouble to you, you can use the
integrated WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM) functionality, indicated on the product or packaging by one of the
following logos:
or
What is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM) ?
WPS is a technology which simplifies the connection procedure to a wireless network between a WPScompatible device (your Hercules Wireless N Key, for example) and your Hercules Wireless N Router.
Different connection methods are available to you: simply click a button located on the router or in WiFi
Manager N, or enter the PIN code of the device to be connected (your Hercules Wireless N Router or your
Hercules Wireless N Key, for example) in the WiFi Manager N interface.
About master and client modes
To get a better understanding of the two connection modes via WPS, it is important to grasp the concepts of
master and client. In master mode, the WPS device (your Hercules Wireless N Router, for example) is the
access point to which other WPS devices will connect (your Hercules Wireless N Key or another WPS
device). In client mode, it is the WPS device (your Hercules Wireless N Key or another WPS device) which
connects to the master (your Hercules Wireless N Router).
Note: The procedure detailed hereafter describes connecting your Hercules Wireless N Router with the
Hercules Wireless N USB Key; however, you can also connect other WPS devices. Should you wish to do
so, please refer to your WPS device's user manual
In order to enjoy using a simplified connection thanks to the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM)
functionality, devices which will be connecting to your Router must be WPS-compatible and certified.
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2.9.1. Connecting to a network in master mode
Note: by default, your Hercules Wireless N Router is configured to master mode, meaning that it will serve
as the access point to which other WPS devices will be able to connect.
1st option: use the WPS button located on the Router
- On your WiFi Router: press the WPS button  located on the back
of the Router.
You now have two minutes to connect your Hercules Wireless N USB
Key to the Router. You will not have to repeat this step the next time
you connect.
- Press the WPS button located on the side of the Hercules
Wireless N Key or the WPS button on a WPS-compatible device.
2nd option: use the WPS button accessible in WiFi Manager N
- On the WiFi Manager N home page, press the
Automatic WiFi client connection (WPS)
button.
Push-Button Configuration method (PBC) is
selected by default.
- Click the
connection button.
Alternatively:
- Select Personal Identification Number method
(PIN code).
- Enter the PIN code of the WPS device you wish to
connect.
- Click the
connection button.
To find out the PIN code for your WPS device,
please refer to section 4.3.3. Connecting to a
network with a PIN code in the user manual of
your Hercules Wireless N USB Key, or refer to
the manual supplied by the manufacturer of your
WPS device.
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You now have two minutes to connect your Hercules Wireless N USB Key or your device via WPS.
If the connection is not secure, a WPA or WPA2 type security key (depending on the client's capabilities) is
generated automatically.
For more information on connecting your device via WPS, please refer to the PDF user manual of your
Hercules Wireless N USB Key or to the manual supplied by the manufacturer of your WPS device.
2.9.2. Connecting to a network in client mode
Note: by default, your Hercules Wireless N Router is configured to master mode, meaning that it will serve
as the access point to which other WPS devices will be able to connect. By switching to client mode, your
Router will connect to a master WPS device which will become the access point. You should be aware,
however, that your Hercules Wireless N Router, with its router function, is not meant to connect to other
WPS devices.
- On the WiFi Manager N home page, press the
Automatic WiFi client connection (WPS)
button.
- Click the Advanced settings button.
Two options are available to you: Master mode or
Client mode.
- Select Client mode.
WiFi Manager N displays the PIN code for your
Hercules Wireless N Router. Make a note of this
code, as you will have to enter it in the client's
interface in order to connect your Router to other
devices.
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3. WIFI MANAGER N, THE VERSATILE UTILITY
With WiFi Manager N, nothing could be easier than combining your high-speed Internet modem with the
Hercules Router, thereby sharing your Internet access with all of the computers in your home or small
business, or simply creating a wireless network.
WiFi Manager N is the interface which allows you to communicate with your Hercules Router and configure
your wireless network or Internet firewall.
3.1. Opening the doors of WiFi Manager N
The Installation Assistant you have launched from the CD-ROM has installed a connection utility on your
Desktop, called “Hercules QuickAccess”. This utility will bring you straight to the door (locked with a key, for
the moment) to WiFi Manager N.
- To access the door to enter WiFi Manager N, simply double-click the Hercules
QuickAccess icon on your Desktop.
The connection window to the Router appears.
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Or, if you have chosen not to install the QuickAccess icon:
- Open up the browser of your choice (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Netscape Navigator) and enter the
address http://192.168.2.1.
You are now at the door to enter WiFi Manager N, which you must open using a password.
- To open the door, enter the default password or enter your own password if you have already defined one
(for information on how to define your own password, please refer to chapter 3.2. Changing the WiFi
Manager N password!).
- Click Connection.
The password ensures that you are the only one who can access your WiFi Manager N interface, and
therefore your Hercules Router’s settings. For this reason, it is important that you change the password
when using WiFi Manager N for the first time (see below).
3.2. Changing the WiFi Manager N password!
When opening the door to WiFi Manager N for the first time, we strongly recommend that you change the
default password, 123456, during your first use directly via the Connect to Router window.
- Click the Change password button.
- Enter the old password (123456, if you are doing
this for the first time), the new password, which
you will select, and then confirm the new
password.
- Click Confirm and Connect to store your new
password and connect.
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The door to WiFi Manager N opens to the Home page depicted below. You can now explore all of your
Hercules Router’s functionalities.
3.3. Navigating within the WiFi Manager N interface
The WiFi Manager N interface has been designed to simplify navigation through the different menus.
Nevertheless, should you ever feel a bit lost, you can always click the General settings button at any time to
return to the Home page, the starting point for all of your Hercules Router’s functionalities.
3.4. Easy customization of your Hercules Wireless N Router
Thanks to the Installation Assistant available in WiFi Manager N (launched automatically during the Flash
installation), you can very easily configure all of your settings (password, Internet connection, WiFi network,
security...) in a few easy steps.
To launch the Installation Assistant
- Click the Installation Assistant button.
- Click Next to move on to step 1: Change the
password for accessing the interface.
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3.4.1. Step 1: Change the password for accessing the interface
- Enter the new password, and then confirm it.
- Click Next to move on to step 2 : Internet (WAN)
connection.
3.4.2. Step 2: Internet (WAN) connection
- Indicate how you connect to the Internet: Internet
"Box" or cable modem, ADSL Ethernet
(PPPoE) modem, or Other connection.
If you connect to the Internet via a "Box", cable modem or Router:
- Select the Assign IP type: Static IP or
Automatic DHCP.
- If you select Automatic DHCP, the DHCP server
will be responsible for assigning the IP address.
- Select Static IP if you have subscribed to an
Internet line with a fixed IP address.
This information can be found in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
- Enter the IP address, subnet mask and default
gateway.
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- Click Next to move on to step 3: Enabling your
WiFi network.
If you connect to the Internet via an ADSL Ethernet modem:
- Select the PPPoE connection type.
- Enter your connection username (login) and
password.
This information can be found in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
- Also enter a valid MTU value.
The MTU value corresponds to the maximum
value, in bytes, of transmitted data packets (for
example, 1500 bytes on an ADSL WiFi network).
- If you wish, you can always stay connected,
thereby leaving your Internet connection enabled
all the time; you can also choose to disconnect
automatically after a certain length of time.
- Click Next to move on to step 3: Enabling your
WiFi network.
If you use another connection mode (PPTP or L2TP)
- For information on your connection mode, please verify your connection information found in the
membership details sent to you by your ISP.
- If you select the PPTP connection type:
- Select PPTP in the drop-down list.
- Enter the host name supplied when subscribing
to the service.
- If necessary, click the Clone button to clone your
PC's MAC address.
- Enter your connection username (login) and
password.
- Also enter the PPTP gateway and, if you wish, a
connection ID for this gateway.
This information can be found in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
- Enter a valid MTU value.
The MTU value corresponds to the maximum
value, in bytes, of transmitted data packets (for
example, 1500 bytes on an ADSL WiFi network).
- Click Next to move on to step 3: Enabling your
WiFi network.
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- If you select the L2TP connection type:
- Select L2TP in the drop-down list.
- Enter the host name supplied when subscribing
to the service.
- If necessary, click the Clone button to clone your
PC's MAC address.
- Enter your connection username (login) and
password.
- Also enter the L2TP gateway and, if you wish, a
connection ID for this gateway.
This information can be found in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
- Enter a valid MTU value.
The MTU value corresponds to the maximum
value, in bytes, of transmitted data packets (for
example, 1500 bytes on an ADSL WiFi network).
- Click Next to move on to step 3: Enabling your
WiFi network.
3.4.3. Step 3: Enabling your WiFi network
If you do not wish to enable your WiFi network:
- Deselect the Enable the WiFi network box.
If you wish to enable your WiFi network:
- Leave the Enable the WiFi network box
selected.
- Enter the network name.
Once your network has been enabled, it will be
visible to other WiFi devices. We therefore
recommend that you define a security key (please
see the following screen).
- Click Next.
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3.4.4. Step 4: Selecting security for your WiFi network
- Choose whether to select Automatic or Manual
security for your WiFi network.
In WiFi Manager N, you must not select a higher level of security than that supported by your
computers or other WiFi devices. For example, if your computers or other devices only support the MEDIUM
level (WEP 128), you should not select the HIGH (WPA-PSK) or VERY HIGH (WPA2) levels.
If you wish to automatically define security for your WiFi network:
- Click the Automatic button.
Your network will be automatically protected via a
WPA2-WPA2 key (TKIP and AES).
- Click Next.
On the page displayed, you can view a summary
of your WiFi connection. Make a note of the
network name, security type and key used.
- Click Close to exit the Assistant and return to the
home page.
Your settings are immediately saved and applied.
If you wish to manually define security for your WiFi network:
- Click the Manual button.
- Read the text explaining the concept of security.
- Select your level of security: MEDIUM
(WEP 128), HIGH (WPA), VERY HIGH (WPA2)
or None (no security).
- Click Next.
For more information on security levels, please
refer to section 3.6.2. Securing your WiFi
network.
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On the page displayed, you can view a summary
of your WiFi connection. Make a note of the
network name, security type and key used.
- Click Close to exit the Assistant and return to the
home page.
Your settings are immediately saved and applied.
If you select the "HIGH (WPA)" or "VERY HIGH (WPA2)" security type:
- Enter the password of your
alphanumeric characters minimum).
choice
(8
An alphanumeric character corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter (a-z or A-Z).
- Click Next.
On the page displayed, you can view a summary
of your WiFi connection. Make a note of the
network name, security type and key used.
- Click Close to exit the Assistant and return to the
home page.
Your settings are immediately saved and applied.
If you select the "MEDIUM (WEP 128)" security type:
- Enter a WEP key composed of 26 hexadecimal or
13 alphanumeric characters.
A hexadecimal key is composed of numbers from 0
to 9 and letters from A to F (example:
123456789ABCD for a 128-bit key).
An alphanumeric character corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter (a-z or A-Z).
- Click Next.
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On the page displayed, you can view a summary
of your WiFi connection. Make a note of the
network name, security type and key used.
- Click Close to exit the Assistant and return to the
home page.
Your settings are immediately saved and applied.
If you select NO SECURITY (not recommended):
If you do not apply any security, your network
will not be protected. Any user, whether with bad
intentions or not, will be able to connect.
- Click Next.
On the page displayed, you can view a summary of
your WiFi connection. Make a note of the network
name, security type and key used.
- Click Close to exit the Assistant and return to the
home page.
Your settings are immediately saved and applied.
If you have mastered the concept of WiFi security, you can use the (less user-friendly) method of
directly entering your security criteria. This method is accessible via the home page, by clicking the Your
WiFi connection settings button.
3.5. Sharing your Internet connection via the Router
You can easily pair your Hercules Router with your modem, thereby sharing your Internet connection with your
other computers and/or game consoles.
Once installation of your Router is complete, your WiFi connection and firewall are enabled. However, you
must still select your type of Internet connection (via Ethernet modem, "Box" or other method) and enter the
required information. To do so, simply consult the items of information supplied by your ISP, typically found in
the membership details sent to you (connection username (login), connection password...).
3.5.1. Selecting your Internet connection
With WiFi Manager N, you don't have to be a computer expert to share your Internet connection via WiFi with
your Router: just get together the information sent to you by your service provider.
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- On the home page, click WAN settings
(Internet connection).
- Select the Internet connection mode:
ADSL Ethernet modem or Internet "Box",
Cable Modem or Router.
If you select the ADSL Ethernet modem
mode:
- Select the PPPoE connection type.
- Enter your connection username (login)
and password.
This information can be found in the
membership details sent to you by your
ISP.
- Also enter a valid MTU value.
The MTU value corresponds to the
maximum value, in bytes, of transmitted
data packets (for example, 1500 bytes on
an ADSL WiFi network).
- If you wish, you can always stay
connected, thereby leaving your Internet
connection enabled all the time; you can
also choose to disconnect automatically
after a certain length of time.
If you select the Internet "Box", Cable
Modem or Router mode
- Select the Assign IP type: Static IP or
Automatic DHCP.
- If you select Automatic DHCP, the DHCP
server will be responsible for assigning the
IP address.
- Select Static IP if you have subscribed to
an Internet line with a fixed IP address.
This information can be found in the
membership details sent to you by your
ISP.
- Enter the IP address, subnet mask, and
default gateway.
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If you select another connection type:
- If you select the PPTP connection type:
- Select PPTP in the drop-down list.
- Enter the host name supplied when subscribing
to the service.
- If necessary, click the Clone button to clone your
PC's MAC address.
- Enter your connection username (login) and
password.
- Also enter the PPTP gateway and, if you wish, a
connection ID for this gateway.
This information can be found in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
- Enter a valid MTU value.
The MTU value corresponds to the maximum
value, in bytes, of transmitted data packets (for
example, 1500 bytes on an ADSL WiFi network).
- If you select the L2TP connection type:
- Select L2TP in the drop-down list.
- Enter the host name supplied when subscribing
to the service.
- If necessary, click the Clone button to clone your
PC's MAC address.
- Enter your connection username (login) and
password.
- Also enter the L2TP gateway and, if you wish, a
connection ID for this gateway.
This information can be found in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
- Enter a valid MTU value.
The MTU value corresponds to the maximum
value, in bytes, of transmitted data packets (for
example, 1500 bytes on an ADSL WiFi network).
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Once you have selected your connection mode, don't forget to click the Apply and Save button to
save your settings.
3.5.2. Testing your Internet connection
Once you have selected your Internet connection mode for your Hercules Router, you can carry out a first test
and verify that you are able to access the Internet.
On the General settings page, you can also view the Earth icon
connected), or red (Router not connected).
to see your status: green (Router
During this test, leave the Ethernet cable connected to your Hercules Router.
- Launch an Internet browser (Internet Explorer,
Netscape Navigator or Mozilla Firefox) on your
computer.
- Enter the address www.hercules.com.
The Hercules website homepage should appear.
If your Internet connection is working properly:
It is now time for you to learn how to master your WiFi network (please see section 3.6. Mastering your WiFi
network at your fingertips).
Do not disconnect your Ethernet cable just yet, so long as your WiFi network has not been created;
you will need it in order to communicate with your Router.
3.5.3. Resolving any difficulties accessing WiFi Manager N or the
Internet
If you have not managed to connect to the WiFi Manager N interface or to the Internet, your computer’s
settings may not be properly configured. The instructions below will help you to resolve this problem.
Note: the access paths mentioned below may vary slightly if you have modified the default display
configuration in Windows XP or Vista (meaning the Start menu properties and Control Panel display).
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Windows XP or Vista
1. Click Start/Control
Connections.
Panel.
Double-click
Network
2. In the LAN or High-Speed Internet section, right-click the
icon corresponding to your network adapter (or network
bridge, if you have created one) and select Properties.
3. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection
Properties window, scroll through the list and highlight
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
4. Click Properties, select Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically.
5. Click OK to close the windows, then exit the Control
Panel.
The Hercules Router will now be able to assign an IP address
to your computer.
An IP address is a unique address assigned by the router to
the computer. Each computer has its own identity, via its IP
address, allowing it to be identified within the network.
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Windows 2000
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel. Doubleclick Network and Dial-Up Connections.
2. Right-click the appropriate connection and
select Properties.
3. In the General tab, highlight Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP).
4. Click Properties and select Obtain an IP
address automatically and Obtain DNS
server address automatically.
5. Click OK to close the windows, then exit the
Control Panel.
The router will now be able to assign an IP
address to your computer.
An IP address is a unique address assigned by
the router to the computer. Each computer has its
own identity, via its IP address, allowing it to be
identified within the network.
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Windows 98 SE/Me
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel. Doubleclick Network.
2. In the Configuration tab of the Network
window, highlight the name of your network
adapter.
3. Click Properties and select Obtain an IP
address automatically in the IP Address tab.
4. Click OK to close the windows, then exit the
Control Panel.
The Router will now be able to assign an IP
address to your computer.
An IP address is a unique address assigned by
the router to the computer. Each computer has its
own identity, via its IP address, allowing it to be
identified within the network.
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3.6. Mastering your WiFi network at your fingertips
In this chapter, you will learn how to personalize your WiFi network and secure it against unwelcome intrusion
attempts.
Configuration of your network is carried out via the Ethernet cable connecting your Router to your
computer. Once you have finished, you can disconnect this cable and explore all the subtleties of WiFi,
described in chapter 4. Welcome to the Wireless AttitudeTM!
3.6.1. Personalizing your WiFi network
When the wireless access point (your Hercules Router’s WiFi function) is enabled, WiFi Manager N displays
the name of your network, the Radio Frequency (RF) channel and security type used. These settings may be
modified, subject to certain conditions.
Should you decide to modify certain settings, we recommend that you take care to follow the
recommendations below.
To personalize your WiFi network:
- On the Home page, select Your WiFi
connection settings.
Various items of information are displayed,
such as the name of your network and the RF
channel used.
- Before personalizing your WiFi network,
verify that the WiFi network enabled box is
ticked.
- If you wish, you may personalize the
Network name (SSID) (Hercules, by default).
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the unique
name shared by the WiFi adapters and the
access point in a wireless network. Make
sure that you do not lose or forget this
name, as you will need it to connect your WiFi
devices.
- Select the transmission power (100 % by
default).
- If necessary, change the Radio Frequency
(RF) channel used by the local area WiFi
network to communicate (from 1 to 13).
Change this setting only if another transmitter
is using the same channel, which may result
in a drop in your Router’s WiFi performance.
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Don't forget to protect your network by
selecting a security key; otherwise, any user,
whether with bad intentions or not, will be able
to connect to it.
For details on how to protect your network,
please refer to section 3.6.2. Securing your
WiFi network.
- Click the Modify button to validate your
settings.
The access point restarts. All computers or
devices connected via WiFi are disconnected.
The ADSL connection, however, remains
active.
3.6.2. Securing your WiFi network
Creating a WiFi network is very useful if you have several wireless computers or devices, but how can you
avoid having someone on the outside connect to your network without permission or intercept your
unencrypted data exchanges? Thanks to the WiFi Manager N, you can define your own security choices. To
help you select the best level of security for your network, we invite you to consult the table below, which sums
up the 5 types of security supported by WiFi Manager N.
Type
Level of security
Key used
Authentication
WEAK (WEP
64)
The lowest level of security, whereby
simple encryption is carried out on
exchanged data. Each wireless client
in the network must use the same key
to decode the transmission.
64-bit key in hexadecimal
format (10 characters), or in
alphanumeric format with 5
ASCII characters (e.g.:
hello).
Open (no authentication),
Shared
(authentication
method via shared key) or
Auto (authentication when
requested by the device).
A hexadecimal key is
composed of numbers 0 to 9
and letters A to F (example:
A123BCD45E for a 64-bit
key).
An alphanumeric character
corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter
(a-z or A-Z).
MEDIUM
(WEP 128)
Level of security identical to that of
WEP 64. Only the key length is
different.
128-bit key in hexadecimal
format (26 characters), or in
alphanumeric format with 13
ASCII characters.
A hexadecimal key is
composed of numbers 0 to 9
and letters A to F.
An alphanumeric character
corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter
(a-z or A-Z).
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Open (no authentication),
Shared
(authentication
method via shared key) or
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Type
Level of security
Key used
HIGH (WPAPSK)
Latest-generation heightened level of
security, specially designed for
environments such as a small office or
the home, based on a pre-shared key.
Password with a minimum of
8 alphanumeric
characters.
Latest-generation very heightened level
of security, specially designed for
environments such as a small office or
the home, based on a pre-shared key.
Password with a minimum of
8 alphanumeric
characters.
Level of security selected by the router
depending on the maximum level of
security supported by the devices on
the network.
Password with a minimum of
8 alphanumeric
characters.
VERY HIGH
(WPA2)
WPA ou
WPA2
Authentication
TKIP
An alphanumeric character
corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter
(a-z or A-Z).
AES
An alphanumeric character
corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter
(a-z or A-Z).
TKIP or AES
An alphanumeric character
corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter
(a-z or A-Z).
You must not select a level of security in WiFi Manager N more advanced than that supported by your
computers or other WiFi devices. For example, if your computers or other devices only support the WEAK
(WEP 64) or MEDIUM (WEP 128) levels, you should not select the HIGH (WPA-PSK) or VERY HIGH (WPA2) level.
If you have used the WPS function to connect, a WPA or WPA2 type security key has automatically
been generated.
To secure your WiFi network:
- Before enabling security for your WiFi network,
verify that the Enable WiFi network box is ticked.
- Select your level of security: MEDIUM (WEP 128),
HIGH (WPA) or VERY HIGH (WPA2).
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If you select the "VERY HIGH (WPA2)" security type:
- Select the level of security: WPA2 (AES).
- Enter a password (8 alphanumeric characters
minimum) or a key with 64 hexadecimal
characters.
An alphanumeric character corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter (a-z or A-Z).
A hexadecimal key is composed of numbers 0 to 9
and letters A to F (example: A123BCD45E for a 64-bit
key).
In the status zone, you can consult the overview of
your WiFi settings. Make a note of the network
name, security type and key used.
- Click Modify to validate the new settings.
If you select the "VERY HIGH (WPA-WPA2)" security type:
- Select the level of security: WPA-WPA2.
- Enter a password (8 alphanumeric characters
minimum) or a key with 64 hexadecimal
characters.
An alphanumeric character corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter (a-z or A-Z).
A hexadecimal key is composed of numbers 0 to 9
and letters A to F (example: A123BCD45E for a 64-bit
key).
In the status zone, you can consult the overview of
your WiFi settings. Make a note of the network
name, security type and key used.
- Click Modify to validate the new settings.
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If you select the "HIGH (WPA)" security type:
- Enter a password with 8 alphanumeric characters
minimum, or a key with 64 hexadecimal characters
of your choice.
An alphanumeric character corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter (a-z or A-Z).
A hexadecimal key is composed of numbers 0 to 9
and letters A to F (example: A123BCD45E for a 64-bit
key).
In the status zone, you can consult the overview of
your WiFi settings. Make a note of the network
name, security type and key used.
- Click Modify to validate the new settings.
If you select the "MEDIUM (WEP 64-WEP 128)" security type:
- Enter a key with 10 hexadecimal characters or a
password with 5 alphanumeric characters for
WEP 64 security, or a key with 26 hexadecimal
characters or a password with 13 alphanumeric
characters for WEP 128 security.
A hexadecimal key is composed of numbers 0 to 9
and letters A to F (example: A123BCD45E for a 64-bit
key).
An alphanumeric character corresponds either to a
number (0-9), or to a letter (a-z or A-Z).
In the status zone, you can consult the overview of
your WiFi settings. Make a note of the network
name, security type and key used.
- Click Modify to validate the new settings.
If you select NO (Disabled) security (not recommended):
If you don't apply any security, your network
will not be protected. Any user, whether with bad
intentions or not, will be able to connect to it.
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In the status zone, you can consult the overview of
your WiFi settings. Make a note of the network
name, security type and key used.
- Click Modify to validate the new settings.
3.6.3. Limiting access to your WiFi network to certain WiFi
computers or devices
Filtering by MAC address is a complement to your security settings, allowing you to select the wireless
computers and devices authorized to connect to your local area WiFi network.
A MAC address is a unique address created by the builder of the network device (WiFi or Ethernet), serving
to identify this element within a network.
Before enabling filtering, we recommend that you connect via WiFi all computers you wish to authorize.
To enable filtering by MAC address:
- Before you can enable filtering by MAC address,
verify that the Enable WiFi network box is ticked.
- Click the Enable MAC address filtering button.
- Tick the Enable MAC address filtering box.
To add a WiFi computer or device (webcam, game console or other) to the list:
If you are using this function for the
first time:
Any new computer or device must be added
manually.
- Manually enter its MAC address
AAAAAAAAAAAA format, without separators).
(in
- Click the Add button.
This address has been added to the list of WiFi
computers and devices authorized to connect.
- If you wish, add a comment in the corresponding
zone.
- Click the Modify button to validate your settings,
or Cancel to cancel the settings you have entered.
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Once you have enabled the filtering by MAC address function, only the computers and devices
appearing in this list will be authorized to connect to your Hercules Router.
If your friends visit you with their WiFi computer or device, or if you wish to connect new WiFi devices,
don’t forget to add their MAC address to the filtering list, or else they will never be able to connect.
To remove a WiFi computer or device (webcam, game console or other) from the
list:
- In the Remove column, click
next to the
computers or devices you wish to remove from the
filtering list.
- Confirm the removal in the dialog box which
appears.
- Click the Modify button to validate your settings,
or Cancel to cancel the settings you have entered.
3.6.4. Disabling your WiFi network
If you wish to use your Hercules Router as a wired router only (that is to say, connected to the computer via
the Ethernet port and not by WiFi), simply disable your WiFi network by clicking the
WiFi LED
button. The
on the router switches off.
3.6.5. Re-enabling your WiFi network
If you wish to re-enable your WiFi network, click the
button again or proceed as follows:
- Click the Your WiFi connection settings button.
You will note that your WiFi network, your WiFi
security settings and filtering by MAC address are
disabled.
- Tick the Enable WiFi network box if you wish to
re-enable your WiFi network.
- Confirm that you wish to re-enable your WiFi
network.
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3.7. The firewall: your ultimate protection against Internet
attacks
Like a secure fortress, your network is protected by a drawbridge and ramparts that are impossible to scale.
On top of this, all of your defenses are in a state of alert to repel any intrusion attempts. It is possible,
however, to lower these defenses from time to time, in order to authorize your computers to access specific
Internet services (P2P, web/FTP servers, IP or WiFi camera…), to simply limit access on a specific computer
to certain Internet services, or to redirect all Internet requests to a designated computer. For more
information, please refer to chapters 5.2.1. Opening doors in your firewall to put your camera online or
authorize access for a computer to certain Internet services, 5.2.2. Limiting access of one of your
network computers to Internet services and 5.2.3. Redirecting Internet requests to a specific computer.
If your computer is equipped with a software firewall (Norton Personal Firewall, Windows Service
Pack 2 Firewall, McAfee Personal Firewall…), disable it when you connect to the Router, as your Router’s
firewall is sufficiently strong on its own, or adopt the same configuration settings as those established for
your Router in order to avoid any possible conflicts. If you go somewhere else with your computer, however,
and have to connect to other networks, you can re-enable your software firewall.
Be careful not to confuse a firewall with an antivirus program!
An antivirus program analyzes the contents of your computer, your emails, files you have downloaded from
the Internet, etc., and detects, blocks and/or removes any viruses, worms and Trojans in order to ensure that
your computer functions properly.
Your firewall hides your computer on the network, monitors the Internet data arriving at your computer and
blocks intrusion attempts to stop computer hackers from stealing your personal information.
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4. WELCOME TO THE WIRELESS ATTITUDETM!
Now that you have mastered the main functionalities of WiFi Manager N, it is time to move on to a few
practical applications. In the following chapters, we will show you how wireless computing is closely linked to
user-friendliness and ease of use. Sharing your folders, your printer, or letting friends use your ADSL
connection for online gaming are some examples of the things we will help you to do. Enter the world of
wireless and join in the Wireless AttitudeTM!
4.1. A few important points to bear in mind before getting
started
We advise you to follow the instructions provided hereinafter for each of your computers:
- The procedures described in this chapter differ according to the various operating systems discussed.
Please ensure that you refer to the chapters corresponding to your operating system.
- These procedures also apply to the computers or devices directly connected to your Router via an Ethernet
cable.
- To share an ADSL connection, your Hercules Router and your modem (ADSL Ethernet, cable or Internet
"Box") must be switched on and your ADSL line must be active.
Reminder: the WiFi network you have just finished setting up is an Infrastructure type network (as opposed
to Ad hoc mode), as it is composed of an access point and one or more computers.
4.2. Computers running Windows Vista: Sharing folders, a
printer or an ADSL connection
To create a network of computers, share data, a printer or an ADSL connection between computers
running Windows Vista, it is not imperative that the computers belong to the same workgroup. However, if
you wish to share between Windows Vista and an earlier operating system, make sure to define the same
workgroup on all computers. For information on how to create a workgroup, please refer to the manual of
your Hercules product.
Note: The access paths described hereafter may vary slightly if you have modified the default display in
Windows Vista (that is to say, the Start menu properties and the Control Panel display).
You have connected your computer to a private network (as opposed to a public network). Therefore, the
discovery options (namely, the ability to view outside devices and computers and to be seen by other
networks) are enabled, but sharing options are not. You must therefore enable them manually before you
can share your folders, your Internet connection or your printer.
4.2.1. Enabling sharing
Before setting up sharing for your folders, your printer or your Internet connection, you must enable sharing in
the Network and Sharing Center.
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Note: To open the Network and Sharing Center, click the network icon in the Windows taskbar, then the
Network and Sharing Center link.
Enabling file sharing
- In the Sharing and Discovery zone, click the Off link or the
button located opposite File sharing.
- Select the Turn on file sharing radio button.
- Click Apply. In the Windows Vista confirmation window, click Continue.
Enabling public folder sharing
Note: A public folder is a folder which can be shared by other users of the same computer or of the same
network.
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- In the Sharing and Discovery zone, click the Off link or the
sharing.
button located opposite Public folder
- Select the Turn on sharing so anyone with network access can open files radio button (they will only be
able to consult files) or select Turn on sharing so anyone with network access can open, change, and
create files (there will be no limitations on the contents of these folders in terms of viewing, making changes
and additions or other actions).
- Click Apply. In the Windows Vista confirmation window, click Continue.
Enabling printer sharing
Note: To enable printer sharing, you must first have installed a printer.
- In the Sharing and Discovery zone, click the Off link or the
button located opposite Printer sharing.
- Select the Turn on printer sharing radio button.
- Click Apply. In the Windows Vista confirmation window, click Continue.
Enabling media file sharing
Note: This option allows you to enable sharing of your music, videos and images.
- In the Sharing and Discovery zone, click the Off link or the
button located opposite Media sharing.
- Click Change…
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- In the Media Sharing window that appears, tick the Share my media box.
- Click OK. In the Windows Vista confirmation window, click Continue.
- In the following window, you can define the different settings, such as: authorize or refuse groups of users,
set parental controls, select media types to be shared, and so on.
- When you’re done, click Apply, then OK.
4.2.2. Windows Vista: Sharing public or personal folders
Reminder: In Windows Vista, there are two types of folders: personal or local folders and public folders.
A personal folder is a folder belonging to a specific user created on the computer, whereas a public folder is
a folder that can be shared by any other user of the same computer or the same network. In essence, a
public folder is shared, and therefore available to everyone for viewing (minimum authorization level). For
sharing personal folders (your folder of your own images, for example), you must select the users who will be
able to access their contents and set the authorization level, as indicated in the following procedure.
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1. Select the folder that you wish to share, without
opening it. Here, your Pictures folder.
2. Right-click the folder. Select Share.
3. In the File Sharing window, select the user(s) who will be able to access this folder, then click Add.
Note: You can provide access to all users with no restrictions (Everyone option) or select specific users
previously created on your PC. You can also create new users by clicking Create a new user… in the dropdown list.
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4. Select the Permission Level you wish to assign by clicking on the line for that user: Reader (authorization
to view only), Contributor (authorization to view, add and delete) or Co-owner (authorization to view,
modify, add and delete).
5. Click Share. Be sure to note the path indicated, which will allow for access to the shared folder on the
network from another computer. For example: \\PC-WIFI\Users\My documents\Shared Pictures
Folders.
6. Click Done.
The folder is now shared. You can now display all shared folders and files on the computer or the shared files
on the network by clicking the links in the Network and Sharing Center.
4.2.3. Computers running Windows Vista: Accessing shared folders
1. In the file explorer, accessible via
Start/Computer,
double-click
Network.
You access the list of the computers
on the same network. Use the path
indicated by Windows when setting up
sharing
(for
example :
\\PCWIFI\Users\My documents\Shared
Pictures Folders).
2. Double-click the computer sharing
the folders you wish to access.
3. If a password has been defined,
enter your user name and your
password.
All shared folders appear. Depending
on your authorization level, you can
display, modify, add and/or delete
shared folders and files.
4.2.4. Windows Vista: Sharing a printer
You can put a printer on the network and thereby share it with all computers in your home equipped with a
WiFi adapter.
To access a printer on the network, sharing for the printer must first be set up in the Network and
Sharing Center (please refer to chapter 4.2.1 Enabling sharing). The printer must then be set up for
sharing on the computer to which is connected and on which it is installed.
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On the computer connected to the printer:
1. Click Start/Control Panel.
2. Under the Hardware and Sound heading, click the Printer link.
The list of installed printers is displayed.
3. Right-click the printer and select the Sharing…
option.
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4. In the Printer Properties window, click the
Change sharing options button.
5. In the Windows Vista confirmation window, click
Continue.
6. Tick the Share this printer box.
7. Select the name of the printer which will be
displayed on the network under Share name.
8. Click Apply, then OK.
4.2.5. Computers running Windows Vista : Accessing the shared printer
On the computers that will use the shared printer:
1. Click Start/Control Panel.
2. Under the Hardware and Sound heading, click the Printer link.
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3. Click the Add a printer button.
The Add a printer assistant appears.
4. Click Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth
printer.
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5. Windows searches for the shared printers on your
network. Select the shared printer.
6. Click Next.
7. If necessary, accept installation of the printer’s
drivers when you are being prompted by
Windows.
8. Validate the name of your printer, then click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the assistant.
4.2.6. Windows Vista: Sharing an ADSL connection in an
Infrastructure type network
Reminder: If you have a Livebox, a modem router or a router connected to a modem and one or more
computers, your network will be in Infrastructure mode by default. In this mode, the WiFi adapters are
connected to your access point, which might be your Livebox, your Hercules Modem Router or your Hercules
Router connected to a modem. Infrastructure mode is ideal for exchanging data, online gaming, and also for
sharing an Internet connection and/or printer among several computers. Follow the instructions below to
finally free yourself from the cable that connects you to your modem… without cutting the links to your ADSL
connection. Viva the Wireless Attitude!
Proceed as follows for each computer that will use the shared Internet connection:
1. Connect to your wireless network (Hercules or
Livebox_AAAA, for example).
2. Access the Network and Sharing Center. To do
so, click the network icon on the Windows
taskbar, then click the Network and Sharing
Center link.
3. Click the View status link.
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4. In the Wireless Network Connection Status
window, click Properties.
5. In the Windows Vista confirmation window, click
Continue.
6. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties
tab, select Internet Protocol version 4
(TCP/IPv4).
7. Click Properties.
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8. In the Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4)
window, select Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically.
9. Click OK to validate.
10. Do the same for Internet Protocol version 6
(TCP/IPv6).
To access the Internet, simply launch your Internet
browser.
4.3. Computers running Windows XP: Sharing folders, a printer
or an ADSL connection
A simple solution for sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection in Windows XP is to use the Network
Setup Wizard. This Wizard will help you create a real home network.
Note: the access paths mentioned below may vary slightly if you have modified the default display
configuration in Windows XP (meaning the Start menu properties and Control Panel display).
4.3.1. Windows XP: Using the Network Setup Wizard in an
Infrastructure network
Proceed as follows for each computer:
1. Click
Start/All
Programs/Accessories/
Communications/ Network Setup Wizard.
The Network Setup Wizard is launched.
2. Click Next twice.
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The window opposite may appear if The Wizard
found disconnected network hardware.
3. If your Hercules Wireless Adapter wireless
network connection is not displayed in the list,
tick the Ignore disconnected network
hardware box, then click Next. Otherwise,
exit the Wizard by clicking Cancel and
establish the connection from your network
device to your router (if you use a Hercules
Wireless G PCI, USB or PCMCIA adapter,
please refer to the “The WiFi Station utility”
chapter of your User Manual).
The window opposite may appear if The Wizard
found a shared Internet connection on the
computer.
4. Select No, let me choose another way to
connect to the Internet, then click Next.
5. In the Select a connection method window,
select the Other option.
6. In the following window, select This
computer connects to the Internet directly
or through a network hub, then click Next.
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7. If the window opposite appears, select the
Hercules Wireless network connection, then
click Next.
8. When this warning screen appears, ignore it
by clicking Next.
If you are using the Hercules Router, your
computers are already protected by the integrated
firewall.
9. If your computer has at least three
connections (or network devices), the window
opposite appears. In this case, let the Wizard
determine the appropriate connections.
10. Click Next.
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11. Enter the computer name and a description, if
required.
Give the computer a name that is unique and
sufficiently distinctive, making it easy to recognize
on your network (my-computer, wifi-computer or
julie, for example).
12. Click Next.
13. Enter the workgroup name (HOME, OFFICE
or HERCULES, for example) and a
description, if required.
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to
respect the case of letters) for all computers you
wish to link together in a network.
14. Click Next.
15. Verify the configuration settings you have
entered in the window that appears, then click
Next.
The Wizard configures the computer for the home
network. This may take a few minutes.
16. Before completing the procedure, you may
select the Create a Network Setup Disk
option. This consists of copying this Wizard
onto a storage medium (your choice of floppy
disk or USB key) so that it can be launched on
computers equipped with operating systems
other than Windows XP.
This operation is carried out automatically, once
you have selected a medium for saving the
Wizard.
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17. Click Finish to exit the Wizard.
Once the procedure is finished, Windows XP may
prompt you to restart your computer.
The procedures described in this chapter are specific to Windows XP. For all other questions
related to sharing folders, a printer or an Internet connection, or on using Windows, please refer to the
Windows online help utility.
4.3.2. Windows XP: Sharing folders
After having configured all of your computers using the Network Setup Wizard, you can now share data
located on different disk drives, as long as the user has authorized access.
1. Select the folder you wish to share, without opening it.
2. Right-click the folder. Select Sharing and Security.
3. In the Network sharing and security section of the
Sharing tab, tick the Share this folder on the network
box.
4. On the Share name line, enter the folder name as it will be
displayed on the network (12 characters maximum to
ensure compatibility with other operating systems).
You can also tick the Allow network users to change my
files box. In this case, the user will be able to read files and
save any changes. If this box is not ticked, the shared files
can only be read, and not changed.
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The [Shared folder name] Properties window is divided into two sections. Local sharing and
security only allows for the sharing of files among several users on the same PC. The files are then placed
in a Shared Documents folder. Network sharing and security, however, allows for the sharing of files
among more than one computer.
5. Click Apply to validate your choices, then click OK to
close the window.
An icon representing a hand beneath the folder indicates that
the folder is now shared.
You can only share the contents of a folder, and not an individual file. We therefore recommend that
you create a folder specifically for this purpose where you will put files to be shared.
4.3.3. Windows XP: Accessing shared folders
To easily access folders set up for sharing by several computers, it is preferable that the computers belong to
the same workgroup. In Windows XP, the workgroup name has been defined using the Network Setup
Wizard.
1. Click Start/My Computer.
2. Click My Network Places, then click View workgroup
computers.
You directly access the list of computers in your workgroup.
3. Double-click the computer that is sharing the folders you
wish to access.
All shared folders appear.
4.3.4. Windows XP: Sharing a printer
It is possible to put a printer on the network and share it with all computers in the house equipped with a WiFi
adapter.
To access a printer on the network, the printer must be set up for sharing on the computer where it is
connected and installed.
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On the computer connected to the printer:
1. Click Start/Control Panel/Printers and Other Hardware/
Printers and Faxes.
2. Right-click the printer and select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select the Share this printer radio
button and enter a name for your printer.
Give the printer a name that is unique and sufficiently
distinctive, making it easy to recognize (my-printer or home
laser printer, for example). If one of your computers is running
Windows 98 SE, we recommend that the sharing name not
exceed 12 characters (without spaces) in order to ensure its
compatibility with this operating system.
4. Click Apply, then OK.
On the computers that will use the shared printer:
1. Click Start/Control Panel/Printers and Other Hardware/
Printers and Faxes. In the Printer Tasks section, select
Add a printer.
2. The Add Printer Wizard is launched. Click Next.
3. Select the A network printer, or a printer attached to
another computer option, then click Next.
4. In the window that appears, click Next to launch the
search for shared printers.
5. In the list displayed, double-click the computer connected
to the printer.
6. Select the shared printer, then click Next.
7. If you wish, set the shared printer as the default printer,
then click Next.
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8. Click Finish to exit the Wizard.
You can now use the network printer thanks to your WiFi
connection. For more information on sharing a printer, please
refer to your printer’s manual.
4.3.5. Windows XP: Modifying a workgroup name
It may happen that you need to change the name of your workgroup (advanced users only). To do so,
proceed as follows:
1. Click
Start/Control
Maintenance/System.
Panel/Performance
and
2. In the System Properties window, select the Computer
Name tab.
3. Click the Change… button.
4. In the Computer Name zone, enter a name sufficiently
distinctive that it can easily be recognized in the list of
computers for the workgroup (my-computer, wificomputer or julie, for example).
5. In the Workgroup zone, enter a name for the group
(HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES, for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to respect the
case of letters) for all computers you wish to link together in a
network.
6. A Windows message indicates that the task has been
carried out successfully and that you must restart the
computer.
7. Repeat this procedure for each computer.
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4.3.6. Windows XP: Manually enabling or disabling your adapter’s
WiFi connection (advanced users)
You can manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection for a variety of reasons: to temporarily
avoid connecting to networks, save battery power, etc.
- Click Start/Connections/Show All Connections.
Verify that your Hercules Wireless network connection is
listed.
- If its status is Disabled, right-click your Wireless Network
Connection and select Enable.
- If its status is Enabled, right-click your Wireless Network
Connection and select Disable.
4.4. Computers running Windows 2000: Sharing folders, a
printer or an ADSL connection
To create a network of computers, share data, a printer or an ADSL connection in Windows 2000, it is
preferable that the computers belong to the same workgroup.
4.4.1. Creating a workgroup in Windows 2000
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel. Double-click System.
2. In the System Properties window, select the Network
Identification tab.
3. Click the Properties button.
4. In the Computer name zone, enter a name sufficiently
distinctive that it can easily be recognized in the list of
computers for the workgroup (my-computer, wificomputer or julie, for example).
5. In the Workgroup zone, enter a name for the group
(HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES, for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to respect the
case of letters) for all computers you wish to link together in a
network.
6. Click OK. A Windows message indicates that the task has
been carried out successfully and that you must restart the
computer.
7. Click OK once more.
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4.4.2. Windows 2000: Sharing folders
1. Select the folder you wish to share, without opening it.
2. Right-click the folder. Select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select Share this folder.
4. On the Share name line, enter the folder name as it will
be displayed on the network (12 characters maximum to
ensure compatibility with other operating systems).
You can also limit access to the folder by selecting a limited
number of users and the type of access by clicking the
Permissions button.
5. Click Apply, then OK.
4.4.3. Windows 2000: Accessing shared folders
1. Click Start/Programs/Accessories/Windows Explorer.
2. Double-click My Network Places, Entire Network, then
Microsoft Windows Network.
3. Double-click your workgroup.
You access the list of the computers in your workgroup.
4. Double-click the computer that is sharing the folders you
wish to access.
All shared folders appear.
4.4.4. Windows 2000: Sharing a printer
It is possible to put a printer on the network and share it with all computers in the house equipped with a WiFi
adapter.
To access a printer on the network, the printer must be set up for sharing on the computer where it is
connected and installed.
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On the computer connected to the printer:
1. Click Start/Settings/Printers.
2. Right-click the printer and select Sharing….
3. In the Sharing tab, select the Shared as: radio button and
enter a name for your printer.
Give the printer a name that is unique and sufficiently
distinctive, making it easy to recognize (my-printer or home
laser printer, for example). If one of your computers is running
Windows 98 SE, we recommend that the sharing name not
exceed 12 characters (without spaces) in order to ensure its
compatibility with this operating system.
4. Click Apply, then OK.
On the computers that will use the shared printer:
1. Click Start/Settings/Printers. Double-click the Add
Printer icon.
2. The Add Printer Wizard is launched. Click Next.
3. Select the Network printer option, then click Next.
4. Click Next to locate the shared printer.
5. In the list displayed, double-click the computer connected
to the printer.
6. Select the shared printer, then click Next.
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7. If you wish, set the shared printer as the default printer,
then click Next.
8. Click Finish to close the Wizard.
You can now use the network printer thanks to your WiFi
connection. For more information on sharing a printer, please
refer to your printer’s manual.
4.4.5. Windows 2000: Modifying a workgroup name
It may happen that you need to change the name of your workgroup (advanced users only). To do so,
proceed as follows:
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
System.
Double-click
2. In the System Properties window, select the
Network Identification tab.
3. Click the Properties button.
4. In the Computer name zone, enter a name
sufficiently distinctive that it can easily be recognized
in the list of computers for the workgroup (mycomputer, wifi-computer or julie, for example).
5. In the Workgroup zone, enter a name for the group
(HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES, for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to
respect the case of letters) for all computers you wish to
link together in a network.
6. Click OK. A Windows message indicates that the
task has been carried out successfully and that you
must restart the computer.
7. Repeat this procedure for each computer.
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4.4.6. Windows 2000: Sharing an ADSL connection in an
Infrastructure network
Proceed as follows for each computer that will use the shared Internet connection:
1. Click Start/Settings/Network and Dial-up Connections.
2. Select the connection to the local area network
corresponding to your Hercules Wireless G device.
3. Right-click the connection and select Properties.
4. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, select
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
5. Click Properties.
6. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window,
select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain
DNS server address automatically.
7. Click OK to close the windows.
Windows may prompt you to restart your computer.
To access the Internet, you can now simply launch your
Internet browser.
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4.4.7. Windows 2000: Manually enabling or disabling your
adapter’s WiFi connection (advanced users)
You can manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection for a variety of reasons: to temporarily
avoid connecting to networks, save battery power, etc.
To manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection in Windows 2000:
- Access the Device Manager.
- Select your WiFi adapter in the list of network adapters.
- Right-click your adapter and select Properties.
- To enable your adapter, select Enable. To disable it, select the Disable option.
For more information on manually enabling or disabling the adapter in Windows 2000, please refer to the
Windows online help utility.
4.5. Computers running Windows Me: Sharing folders, a printer
or an ADSL connection
A simple solution for sharing folders, a printer or an ADSL connection in Windows Me is to use the Home
Networking Wizard. This Wizard will help you create a real home network.
4.5.1. Windows Me: Using the Home Networking Wizard in an
Infrastructure network
1. Click
Start/Programs/Accessories/Communications/
Home Networking Wizard.
The Wizard is launched.
2. Click Next.
If you have already used this Wizard on this computer,
the Setup Options panel appears. Select I want to edit my
Home Networking settings on this computer, then click
Next.
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3. In the Internet Connection window, select the A direct
connection to my ISP using the following device:
option.
4. Select your Hercules Wireless G adapter in the dropdown list, then click Next.
5. If the Internet Connection Sharing window appears,
select No, I do not want to share my Internet
connection.
6. Click Next.
7. Enter the computer name.
Give the computer a name that is unique and sufficiently
distinctive, making it easy to recognize in the list of
workgroup computers (my-computer, wifi-computer or julie,
for example).
8. Select the Use this workgroup name option and enter
the workgroup name (HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES,
for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to respect
the case of letters) for all computers you wish to link
together in a network.
9. Click Next.
10. If you wish, you can enable sharing for the My
Documents folder by ticking the My Documents folder
and folders in it box. In this case, the Wizard will
prompt you to enter a password.
11. If you wish, you can enable sharing of your printer by
selecting it in the list.
12. Click Next.
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13. Before completing the procedure, you may copy this
Wizard onto a setup disk so that it can be launched on
computers equipped with operating systems other than
Windows Me. In this case, select the Yes, create a
Home Networking Setup disk option.
This operation is carried out automatically, once you have
selected a medium for saving the Wizard.
14. Click Finish to exit the Wizard.
Once the procedure is finished, Windows Me prompts you
to restart your computer. Once your computer has
restarted, a message invites you to configure your other
computers.
4.5.2. Windows Me: Sharing folders
After having configured all of your computers using the Home Networking Wizard, you can now share data
located on different disk drives, as long as the user has authorized access.
1. Select the folder you wish to share, without opening it.
2. Right-click the folder. Select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select Shared As.
4. On the Share Name line, enter the folder name as it
will be displayed on the network (12 characters
maximum).
You can also limit access to the folder by selecting the
type of access and a password.
If the Sharing tab does not appear, you must
enable file sharing.
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1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
Network.
Double-click
2. In the Network window, click the File and Print
Sharing… button.
3. Tick the I want to be able to give others access to
my files box.
Windows may prompt you to insert the installation CDROM.
4.5.3. Windows Me: Accessing shared folders
To easily access folders set up for sharing by several computers, it is preferable that the computers belong to
the same workgroup. In Windows Me, the workgroup name has been defined using the Home Networking
Wizard.
1. Click Start/Programs/Windows Explorer.
2. Double-click Network Neighborhood and expand it.
You access the list of the computers in your workgroup.
3. Double-click the computer that is sharing the folders you
wish to access.
All shared folders appear.
4.5.4. Windows Me: Sharing a printer
It is possible to put a printer on the network and share it with all computers in the house equipped with a WiFi
adapter.
To access a printer on the network, the printer must be set up for sharing on the computer where it is
connected and installed.
On the computer connected to the printer:
1. Click Start/Settings/Printers.
2. Right-click the printer and select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select the Shared As radio button and
enter a name for your printer.
Give the printer a name that is unique and sufficiently
distinctive, making it easy to recognize (printer or wifi printer,
for example).
4. Click Apply, then OK.
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If the Sharing tab does not appear, you must enable file
sharing.
1. Click Start/Settings/Control
Network.
Panel.
Double-click
2. In the Network window, click the File and Print Sharing…
button.
3. Tick the I want to be able to allow others to print to my
printer(s) box.
Windows may prompt you to restart your computer.
On the computers that will use the shared printer:
1. Click Start/Settings/Printers.
Printer icon.
Double-click the Add
2. The Add Printer Wizard is launched. Click Next.
3. Select the Network printer option, then click Next.
4. Click Browse… to locate the shared printer.
5. In the list displayed, double-click the computer connected
to the printer.
6. Select the shared printer, then click OK.
7. Click Next.
8. If you wish, set the shared printer as the default printer,
then click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the Wizard.
You can now use the network printer thanks to your WiFi
connection. For more information on sharing a printer, please
refer to your printer’s manual.
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4.5.5. Windows Me: Modifying a workgroup name
It may happen that you need to change the name of your workgroup (advanced users only). To do so,
proceed as follows:
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
Network.
Double-click
2. Select the Identification tab.
3. In the Computer name zone, enter a name
sufficiently distinctive that it can easily be recognized
in the list of computers for the workgroup (mycomputer, wifi-computer or julie, for example).
4. In the Workgroup zone, enter a name for the group
(HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES, for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to
respect the case of letters) for all computers you wish to
link together in a network.
5. Click OK. A Windows message indicates that the
task has been carried out successfully and that you
must restart the computer.
6. Repeat this procedure for each computer.
4.5.6. Windows Me: Manually enabling or disabling your
adapter’s WiFi connection (advanced users)
You can manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection for a variety of reasons: to temporarily
avoid connecting to networks, save battery power, etc.
To manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection in Windows Me:
- Access the Device Manager.
- Select your WiFi adapter in the list of network adapters.
- Right-click your adapter and select Properties.
- To enable your adapter, select Enable. To disable it, select the Disable option.
For more information on manually enabling or disabling the adapter in Windows Me, please refer to the
Windows online help utility.
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4.6. Computers running Windows 98 SE: Sharing folders, a
printer or an ADSL connection
To create a network of computers, share data, a printer or an ADSL connection in Windows 98 SE, it is
preferable that the computers belong to the same workgroup.
4.6.1. Windows 98 SE: Creating a workgroup
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
Network.
Double-click
2. Select the Identification tab.
3. In the Computer name zone, enter a name sufficiently
distinctive that it can easily be recognized in the list of
computers for the workgroup (my-computer, wificomputer or julie, for example).
4. In the Workgroup zone, enter a name for the group
(HOME, OFFICE or HERCULES, for example).
The workgroup name must be identical (be sure to respect
the case of letters) for all computers you wish to link
together in a network.
5. Click OK.
computer.
Windows prompts you to restart your
6. Repeat this procedure for each computer.
Note: to modify the name of a workgroup, follow the same procedure.
4.6.2. Windows 98 SE: Sharing folders
1. Select the folder you wish to share, without opening it.
2. Right-click the folder. Select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select Shared As.
4. On the Share Name line, enter the folder name as it
will be displayed on the network (12 characters
maximum).
You can also limit access to the folder by selecting the
type of access and a password.
If the sharing tab does not appear, you must enable
file sharing.
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1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
Network.
Double-click
2. In the Network window, click the File and Print
Sharing… button.
3. Tick the I want to be able to give others access to
my files box, then click OK.
4. Click OK to close the window.
Windows may prompt you to insert the installation CDROM and restart the computer.
4.6.3. Windows 98 SE: Accessing shared folders
1. Click Start/Programs/Windows Explorer.
2. Double-click Network Neighborhood and expand it.
You access the list of the computers in your workgroup.
3. Double-click the computer that is sharing the folders you
wish to access.
All shared folders appear.
4.6.4. Windows 98 SE: Sharing a printer
It is possible to put a printer on the network and share it with all computers in the house equipped with a WiFi
adapter.
To access a printer on the network, the printer must be set up for sharing on the computer where it is
connected and installed.
On the computer connected to the printer:
1. Click Start/Settings/Printers.
2. Right-click the printer and select Sharing.
3. In the Sharing tab, select Shared As and enter a name
for your printer.
Give the printer a name that is unique and sufficiently
distinctive, making it easy to recognize (printer or wifi
printer, for example).
4. Click Apply, then OK.
If the Sharing tab does not appear, you must enable
file sharing.
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1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
Network.
Double-click
2. In the Network window, click the File and Print
Sharing… button.
3. Tick the I want to be able to allow others to print to
my printer(s) box.
Windows prompts you to restart your computer.
On the computers that will use the shared printer:
1. Click Start/Settings/Printers.
Printer icon.
Double-click the Add
2. The Add Printer Wizard is launched. Click Next.
3. Select the Network printer option, then click Next.
4. Click Browse… to locate the shared printer.
5. In the list displayed, double-click the computer connected
to the printer.
6. Select the shared printer, then click OK.
7. Click Next.
8. If you wish, set the shared printer as the default printer,
then click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the Wizard.
You can now use the network printer thanks to your WiFi
connection. For more information on sharing a printer, please
refer to your printer’s manual.
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4.6.5. Windows 98 SE: Sharing an ADSL connection in an
Infrastructure network
Proceed as follows for each computer that will use the shared Internet connection:
1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel.
Network.
Double-click
2. In the Configuration tab of the Network window,
select the TCP/IP -> Hercules Wireless G component.
3. Click Properties.
4. In the IP Address tab, select Obtain an IP address
automatically.
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5. In the Gateway tab, if there are gateways installed,
select them and click Remove.
6. Click OK to close the windows.
Windows may prompt you to restart your computer.
To access the Internet, you can now simply launch your
Internet browser.
4.6.6. Windows 98 SE: Manually enabling or disabling your
adapter’s WiFi connection (advanced users)
You can manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection for a variety of reasons: to temporarily
avoid connecting to networks, save battery power, etc.
To manually enable or disable your adapter’s WiFi connection in Windows 98 SE:
- Access the Device Manager.
- Select your WiFi adapter in the list of network adapters.
- Right-click your adapter and select Properties.
- To enable your adapter, select Enable. To disable it, select the Disable option.
For more information on manually enabling or disabling the adapter in Windows 98 SE, please refer to the
Windows online help utility.
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5. WIFI MANAGER N FOR ADVANCED USERS
WiFi Manager N has been designed to respond to the needs of the widest cross-section of the public. Thus,
after having explained the most useful functionalities in the previous chapters, we dedicate this chapter to
users who wish to take advantage of the subtleties of WiFi, and explore their Router’s more advanced
functionalities. But be careful! Modifying certain settings may have a negative impact on the proper
functioning of your network, and therefore on your Router. You should bear in mind, however, that nothing is
irreversible, and that you can always return to the original configuration or reload a personalized configuration.
In certain cases, your settings will only be taken into account after WiFi Manager N has restarted.
5.1. Configuring your WiFi network’s advanced options
This window contains the settings which affect the functioning of your Hercules Router. If you do not
know their functions, we recommend that you keep the default settings.
- In the General settings window, click the Your
WiFi connection settings button.
- In the Your WiFi connection settings window,
click the Expert WiFi settings button.
- The Fragmentation threshold consists of defining
the size at which data packets are fragmented. If
the size is less than the predefined amount, the
packet is not fragmented. By contrast, if the size is
greater, the packet is fragmented before being
transmitted, then reconstituted at the access point.
Fragmentation lets you improve the success of
transmissions.
- When an RTS threshold is defined, the wireless
device asks the access point for authorization to
transmit data, thereby avoiding data arriving
simultaneously (risk of collision).
Modifying the RTS threshold may affect your
Router’s performance.
- The Beacon Period allows you to define the
wireless network detection interval.
- The DTIM interval corresponds to the
interval between two synchronous frames containing
information on the transmission messages.
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- The Data Rate corresponds to the speed at which
data packets are transferred, both being sent and
received. It is set to Auto by default, but can be
adjusted from 1Mbps (min) to 54Mbps (max).
- The N Data Rate is specific to the transfer of data
in the 802.11n standard. The values vary from
MCS0 to MCS15.
- Select the channel bandwidth.
Select bandwidth of 20MHz (on one channel) to limit
interference, or define a higher bandwidth, 40MHz
(two channels), for transmission of your data in total
comfort.
- The Preamble type defines the size of WiFi
packets. A Short preamble optimizes transfer rates
at the expense of WiFi coverage. A Long preamble
(selected by default) favors WiFi coverage by way of
longer latency times.
- If you do not wish for your network to broadcast its
name, select the Disabled radio button.
If the SSID is hidden, the name of the network will
not be displayed during detection by a WiFi client
(the Network name (SSID) is empty in Hercules WiFi
Station N, for example).
Be sure to remember this name, as you will need it
to connect your WiFi devices.
- CTS (Clear-To-Send) protection guarantees the
connection of wireless B, G and N devices to the
Hercules Wireless N Router when using wireless B,
G and N devices at the same time on the network.
Enabling this function may reduce the speed of your
Hercules Wireless N Router.
5.2. Configuring your Internet firewall
In this chapter, you will learn how to lower certain defenses in order to authorize access to your computers or
your IP or WiFi camera for specific Internet services (P2P, web/FTP servers, viewing your camera on the
Internet…), or shore up other defenses to limit access on a specific computer to certain remote or Internet
services. Finally, you also have the possibility of redirecting all Internet requests to a computer whose
address you have specified.
5.2.1. Opening doors in your firewall to put your camera online or
authorize access for a computer to certain Internet services
If you wish to put a camera online, or if you would like for your computers to be able to either provide specific
Internet services (P2P, web/FTP servers…), or access specific services, you will have to open up minidrawbridges (referred to as ports) in your firewall using port forwarding.
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To put your camera online or authorize access to one or more of your computers
for specific Internet services (automatic mode):
- On the home page, select Your Internet
firewall settings.
- Click the Port Forwarding button.
- In the Add a rule list, select a predefined
application: Webcam or IP camera, Peer to
Peer, Online gaming...
- Select the name of the computer,
connected to the Router, on which the
service will be applied, or enter its IP
address.
- The other
automatically.
settings
are
filled
in
If you wish to modify the default number of ports and save the rule with different values than those
predefined, click the
icon.
Next, enter the new port numbers.
This procedure does not modify the default values entered in the Router, but rather creates a new rule.
If you subsequently remove this rule, then add it again, the modifications you have made will be lost and the
default values will apply.
- Click the Add button.
The computer is added to the list. You can
then modify, remove or view the contents
of the list.
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To put your camera online or authorize access to one or more of your computers
for specific Internet services (manual mode):
- On the home page, select Your Internet
firewall settings.
- Click the Port Forwarding button.
- In the Add a rule list, select Other rules.
- Enter the service name in the dedicated
zone (for example, peer to peer).
- Select the name of the computer,
connected to the Router, on which the
service will be applied, or enter its IP
address.
- Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or TCP
and UDP).
Scenario 1: you enable the range of ports
- Enter a value in the Start port and End
port fields (between 1 and 65535).
You can specify a single port by entering the
same start and end port.
The fields for external and internal ports will
be inaccessible and will take on the same
value.
Scenario 2: you disable the range of
ports
The fields for start and end ports will be
inaccessible.
- Enter a value in the External port and
Internal port fields.
The external port corresponds to the port on
the Router at which the request arrives
(connection to the Internet, for example). It
is supplied by your ISP. The internal port
corresponds to the port to which the request
is redirected.
You can specify a single port by entering the
same external and internal ports.
- Click the Add button.
The computer is added to the list. You can
then modify, remove or view the contents
of the list.
- Click the Modify button to validate your
settings and return to the home page.
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5.2.2. Limiting access of one of your network computers to
Internet services
By default, the computers are able to access all Internet services. If you wish to limit access on one specific
computer to certain Internet services, however (Internet access, Peer to Peer sites…), you can use the IP
address filtering and website blocking system.
To limit access on a specific computer to an Internet service (filtering method by
IP address):
- On the home page, select Your Internet firewall
settings.
- Click the IP Filtering button.
- Enter the service name (for example, FTP
server).
- Enter the IP address or the range of IP
addresses of the computers in question.
- In the drop-down list, select the service type that
will be blocked.
- Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or TCP and
UDP).
- Enter a value in the Start port and End port
fields.
If you only open one port, the Start port and End
port (external port) will have the same value.
- Click the Add button.
The service is added to the list. You can then
modify, remove or view the contents of the list.
- Click the Modify button to validate your settings
and return to the home page.
To limit access on a specific computer to an Internet service (website blocking
method):
- On the home page, select Your Internet firewall
settings.
- Click the IP Filtering button.
- Enter the website you wish to block by entering
its URL (www.example.com).
Or:
- Enter a keyword (for example, violence), which
will block access to any site containing this word.
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- Click the Add button.
The website or keyword is added to the list. You
can then remove contents from the list .
- Click the Modify button to validate your settings
and return to the home page.
5.2.3. Redirecting Internet requests to a specific computer
To protect the computers on your network from any unwelcome Internet requests, you can create a
demilitarized zone (or DMZ) which will redirect these requests, on whatever port, to a specific computer. This
computer will process the requests according to the type (game server, FTP server…).
Although this operation allows you to protect the computers on the network, the computer to which the
requests are directed itself becomes vulnerable to attacks.
- On the home page, select Your Internet firewall
settings.
- Select DMZ.
- Enter the IP address of the computer to which
Internet requests will be directed or select its
name in the drop-down list.
- Deselect the applications you do not wish to
include.
- Click the Add button.
The table displays the rules applied to the Router.
- Click the Close button to validate your settings
and return to the home page.
5.2.4. Protecting yourself from Internet attacks with the DOS
(Denial Of Service) function
The DOS (Denial of Service) function protects you from external attacks. When this function is enabled, your
firewall is able to send large volumes of requests in order to saturate the hacker's bandwidth and prevent the
hacker from continuing to send or receive data.
- On the home page, click the Advanced settings
button.
- Select Denial Of Service.
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- Ping of Death consists of sending ping packets
of more than 65535 bytes.
- Block WAN ping allows you to disable the WAN
ping.
- Scan ports consists of detecting possible
vulnerabilities on the ports.
- Sync Flood sends a flood of TCP/SYN packets,
often accompanied by a false issuing address,
with each of these packets being treated as a
connection request.
- Click the Modify button to validate your choices.
To customize the DOS function:
- On the home page, click the Advanced settings
button.
- Click the Advanced DOS settings button.
- Select the number of ping packets sent per
hour/minute/second.
By default, all entries under Scan ports are
enabled, although you can disable those you do
not wish to use.
- Select the number of ping packets sent per
hour/minute/second.
- Click the Modify button to validate your choices.
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5.3. A toolbox with multiple facets
WiFi Manager N functions as a toolbox which can help you to correct any mistakes you might make.
5.3.1. Restarting your Hercules Router
The Restart the Router function cuts off all of the Hercules Router’s functions (WiFi and ADSL connections,
firewall, router) and restarts WiFi Manager N.
All computers or devices connected via WiFi or Ethernet will be disconnected.
To restart the Router:
- On the home page, click the Toolbox button.
- Select Restart the Router.
An explanatory text explains the function of this
button.
- Click YES to confirm the restart.
The Router restarts with the last settings saved. No data is lost.
5.3.2. Restoring your original settings
If you have modified certain settings – whether intentionally or not – and wish to restore the original settings,
follow the instructions below.
During the restoration, all settings that you have previously modified (Internet connection mode, WiFi
security key, filtering by MAC address…) will be lost!
To restore the original settings:
- On the home page, click the Toolbox button.
- Select Restore original settings.
- Click YES to confirm restoration of the original
settings.
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You can also use the Reset button
located on the Router:
- Disconnect the Router.
- Press the Reset button  for 5 seconds using
an object with a pointed tip, while at the same time
reconnecting the Router.
- Release the button, then wait.
Your Router will load its original settings and then
restart.
5.3.3. Updating firmware
If you wish to take advantage of new functionalities or improved functionalities for your Hercules Router, we
recommend that you regularly visit the www.hercules.com website to check whether any firmware updates
are available.
We strongly recommend that you carry out firmware updates while connected by the Ethernet cable
(and not via WiFi).
During the update, all settings that you have previously modified (Internet connection settings, WiFi
security key…) will be lost!
If a firmware update is available:
- On the www.hercules.com website, click the Support/FAQ link.
- Follow the on-screen instructions provided. Then:
- On the WiFi Manager N homepage, click the
Toolbox button.
- Select Update firmware.
- Click the Browse button.
- Select your firmware file, then click Open.
- Click Update to import the data.
Your Hercules Router will now use this new
firmware version.
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5.4. Other advanced options
5.4.1. Assigning priority to a type of data in the event of an
overloaded network
WiFi Manager N, using the QOS (Quality of Service) function, allows you to ensure the continuity of data
streams, even on an overloaded network, by giving priority to a specific stream in relation to other data
streams. To access the QOS function:
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select QOS.
- Enable the QOS function.
- If you wish, add a priority rule by clicking the
Add a rule button.
- In the window which opens, enter the name of
the rule.
- Select the transfer
downstream.
type,
upstream
or
- Enter the speed you wish to use.
- Select a priority: guaranteed or maximum.
Maximum priority corresponds to the highest
level of priority. The principle consists of using
the required bandwidth for the immediate transfer
of data.
Guaranteed priority guarantees data traffic
according to the availability of bandwidth.
Your network serves as a bridge between two
networks, the local network (the computers and
devices connected at your home) and the
Internet network.
- If you wish, enter a local IP address and a
local port.
The local IP address and local port correspond
to the local network. The QOS rules only apply to
the computers communicating within this network.
- If you wish, enter a remote IP address and a
remote port.
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The remote IP address and remote port
correspond to the computers which communicate
with the Internet. In this case, the QOS rules only
apply to data streams coming from the Internet to
a computer in the local network.
- Select a traffic type: FTP, HTTP (websites),
SMTP and POP3 (email management).
- Select the protocol: TCP, UDP or both.
- Click Apply to validate the new settings.
Rules applied to the Router are displayed in the
table.
- Click Modify to apply the rule.
5.4.2. Configuring the DHCP server
This chapter will explain how to configure the internal DHCP server which manages the IP addresses of your
computers.
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select Router's IP configuration.
- You can modify the Router's IP address
(192.168.2.1, by default) and its subnet mask
(255.255.255.0, by default).
Be sure to make a note of this IP address.
Without it, you will not be able to reconnect to
your Router.
- If you enable DHCP, you can modify the start
IP address (192.168.2.2, by default), the end IP
address (192.168.2.128, by default) and the
lease time for these addresses (Forever is the
default value).
- If you do not enable DHCP, you decide to set
the IP address for each computer yourself.
- You can assign a domain name to this server
and a specific IP address according to the
computer's MAC address.
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The table displays the list of IP and MAC
addresses added.
- Click the Modify button to validate your settings.
5.4.3. Facilitating connection of devices with the UPnP protocol
WiFi Manager N’s UPnP protocol has the objective of facilitating the connection of devices on the network for
the sharing of files or of the Internet connection, for example, by carrying out an automatic identification of the
computer's components.
To enable the UPnP protocol:
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select Universal Plug and Play.
- Tick the Enable the UPNP function on the
router box.
- Click the Modify button to validate your choice.
5.4.4. Selecting a primary and secondary domain name server
In order for you to access the Internet, your ISP may sometimes require you to enter an IP address
corresponding to a primary and/or secondary DNS server.
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select DNS.
- Enter the primary DNS server address, along
with that of the secondary DNS server, which
takes over from the primary DNS server if it
should fail.
This information is included in the membership
details sent to you by your ISP.
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- Click the Modify button to validate your choice.
5.4.5. Linking an IP address to a dynamic domain name server
Thanks to the Dynamic DNS (or DDNS) function in WiFi Manager N, your IP address is always known to your
domain name server. Simply enter the supplied password and username and the Dynamic DNS service takes
care of regularly sending your Router's public IP address (that assigned to your Router's Internet connection
by your service provider).
Note: You must have subscribed to a Dynamic DNS service.
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select DDNS.
- Tick the Enable DDNS box.
- Select the DDNS server to which you have
subscribed, then enter the required information
(username and password).
These items of information were supplied when
you subscribed to the service.
- Click the Modify button to validate your choice.
5.4.6. Configuring your Router remotely
Thanks to a computer connected to the Internet, WiFi Manager N allows you to remotely control the Router.
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select Remote management.
- Enter the IP address and communication port
of the computer which can remotely configure the
Router.
- Click the Modify button to validate your choice.
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5.4.7. Setting priorities for types of data according to available
bandwidth
WMM allows you to assign priority in relation to the types of data circulating on the network. If this option is
ticked, the priorities are assigned as follows:
Priority
Type
1
Voice over IP (telephone calls via the
Internet)
2
Video data
3
Other applications frequently using
the network (Web browser...)
4
Background task applications
(printing jobs, downloads,
email/messaging...)
For example, if bandwidth is insufficient to allow for the simultaneous transit of a phone call via the Internet,
watching a video, surfing the Internet and a download, the WMM function will hold off on the download, surfing
the Internet, and the video. The objective is to guarantee optimal comfort of use for the main task at hand.
You can freely enable or disable this option. Be aware, however, that if you disable this option, bandwidth will
be split up between all current tasks, without order of priority, which can be detrimental to your comfort of use
(for example, untimely disruptions in your phone calls via the Internet or your videos, or a slowdown in terms
of your downloads).
The WMM function is only compatible with other WMM devices.
- On the home page, click the Advanced
settings button.
- Select WMM.
By default, the WMM function is enabled. Un-tick
this box to disable the function.
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5.5. Product information
WiFi Manager N allows you to view all of the information relating to the functioning of your Hercules Router.
To consult product information:
- On the home page, click the Product information
button.
The following items of information are displayed:
MAC address of your Hercules Router, status of
the ADSL connection, of the local area network and
wireless network, as well as the firmware and
hardware versions.
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6. GLOSSARY
802.11
Standard established in 1997 by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an American
organization), defining wireless networks in the 2.4 – 2.48GHz frequency range and offering transfer speeds of
between 1 and 2Mbits/s. Revisions have been made to the original standard in order to optimize transfers
(this is the case for the 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g standards, referred to as physical 802.11 standards) or
to ensure better security or improved interoperability of equipment.
802.11b
Standard established by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an American organization)
in the 802.11 family, allowing for theoretical transfer rates of 11Mbits/s in the 2.4GHz frequency range with a
physical range of up to 300m in an environment free from obstructions. The frequency range used is the
2.4GHz band, with 3 radio channels available.
802.11g
Standard established by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an American organization)
in the 802.11 family, allowing for theoretical transfer rates of 54Mbits/s in the 2.4GHz frequency range with a
physical range of up to 300m in an environment free from obstructions. The 802.11g standard offers
backwards compatibility with the 802.11b standard, which means that equipment compliant with the 802.11g
standard will also work with 802.11b.
802.11i
Standard established by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an American organization)
in the 802.11 family, whose goal is to improve security by integrating WPA-PSK authentication into AES
encryption. This Hercules adapter is compatible with this standard.
802.11n
Standard established by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an American organization)
in the 802.11 family, allowing for theoretical transfer rates of 300Mbits/s in the 2.4GHz frequency band with a
physical range of up to 300m in an environment free from obstructions. The 802.11n standard offers
backwards compatibility with the 802.11b and g standards, which means that equipment compliant with the
802.11n standard will also work with 802.11b and/or g.
Access point
The access point is the heart of your local WiFi network. The system access point is a wireless router whose
function is to bring several clients together, which is to say link together all computers equipped with WiFi
adapters, thanks to its radio antenna.
Ad hoc mode
Mode allowing several computers equipped with WiFi to communicate directly with one another. This mode is
also referred to as Peer to Peer.
ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line)
This equipment, connected to a standard telephone line, offers great speed in terms of sending and receiving
data.
AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
A symmetrical block-based encryption standard supporting different key lengths, this is a powerful, quick and
efficient encryption method.
ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode)
High-speed transfer mode for fixed-size data.
CCK (Complementary Code Keying)
Advanced encoding scheme for radio waves in wireless networks allowing for high transfer speeds.
Client
Computer equipped with a PCI, USB or PCMCIA WiFi adapter.
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DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
Protocol managing the allocation of IP addresses to computers.
DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Technique for using radio frequencies in broad-spectrum wireless networks meant to increase the range of
transmissions.
ESSID (Service Set Identifier)
8 to 32-character identifier, often abbreviated as SSID, serving as the unique name for a network shared by
clients and the access point.
Ethernet port (or RJ-45)
Port allowing for the connection of two devices via a cable, such as a PC and a router, in order to exchange
data packets without collision.
Filter
Device placed between the telephone plug and the modem to improve the quality of telephone
communications, which are often degraded by ADSL signals.
Firewall
Combination of software and security devices protecting a network connected to the Internet.
Infrastructure mode
Communication mode consisting of grouping together several computers equipped with WiFi in a network via
a wireless access point such as the Hercules ADSL router.
IP address
Unique computer address assigned by the router. Each computer has its own IP address, allowing it to be
identified within the network.
LEAP (Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol)
Security protocol developed by the company Cisco for the world of Windows.
identifier/password.
The format used is
MAC address (Message Authentication Code)
Unique address created by the builder of the client adapter or router, serving to identify this element within a
network.
MIMO technology (Multiple In, Multiple Out)
Technology used in the 802.11n standard, allowing for the WiFi signal to be shared over several antennas
with a corresponding increase in terms of signal range and transfer speeds. Transmission can take place on
one channel in the 20MHz frequency band (for theoretical maximum transfer speeds of 144.44Mbits/s) or two
channels simultaneously (for theoretical maximum transfer speeds of 300Mbits/s) with 40MHz bandwidth. In
both cases, the WiFi signal's coverage and range are the same. The choice of one mode or the other (20 or
40MHz) depends solely on the transmitter used. The Hercules Wireless N key will automatically adapt to the
signal received.
NAT (Network Address Translation)
Technique allowing for the masking of IP addresses of local area network computers with respect to the
Internet.
OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing)
Radio transmission technique providing very high transfer speeds widespread within DSL technology, in the
wireless terrestrial distribution of television signals and adopted for the high-speed 802.11 wireless
communication standard.
PPPoA (Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM)
Protocol allowing for connection to the Internet of computers linked over an ATM network, while still identifying
the user.
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PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet)
Protocol allowing for connection to the Internet of computers linked over an Ethernet network via a high-speed
modem.
Static IP
Permanent IP address assigned to a computer by the access provider.
Subnet mask
Part of an IP address indicating the class of the network used (class C, type 255.255.255.0 for a local area
network).
TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
The WPA standard uses the TKIP protocol, which consists of regenerating new keys for each data packet,
whereas WEP uses a system based on a fixed key.
UPnP (Universal Plug n’ Play)
Protocol allowing for the connection to one another of many computers and peripherals available on a
network.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
Security protocol for wireless networks using encryption based on a 64-bit, 128-bit or 256-bit fixed key used
only once, at the start of the decryption phase. To decode a transmission, each wireless network client must
use the same 64, 128 or 256-bit key. WEP is part of the 802.11 standard with a view to ensuring
authentication (access is only authorized for those who know the WEP key) and confidentiality (encryption).
An encryption key is composed of numbers 0 to 9 and letters A to F (example: A123BCD45E).
WiFi (Wireless Fidelity)
An abbreviation of Wireless Fidelity, WiFi is the commercial name adopted by the WECA (Wireless Ethernet
Compatibility Alliance), an organization responsible for maintaining the interoperability of equipment in a
wireless local area network (WLAN) compliant with the IEEE 802.11 standard. Thus, a WiFi network is
actually a 802.11 network. In practice, WiFi allows for the connection of laptop computers, desktop computers
or Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) many tens of meters distant from one another via an access point,
allowing them to communicate with one another without any cables and exchange data at high speeds.
WiFi Manager N
Utility developed by Hercules to configure and view settings for the Hercules Wireless N Router.
WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia)
Functionality certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance, whose goal is to define levels of priority according to available
bandwidth. Thus voice over IP (priority 1) will take precedence over transmission of video data (priority 2),
which will itself take precedence over applications making use of the network, such as Internet browsing
(priority 3), and then lastly come background applications, such as printing jobs or downloads (priority 4).
WiFi Router
Device installed at the heart of a WiFi network, allowing for the connection of several computers equipped with
WiFi adapters for the exchange of data.
WiFi Station N
Utility developed by Hercules to define, verify and configure all connection and security settings regarding your
WiFi installation.
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)
Wireless local area network, generally employing the 802.11b, g or n standards.
Workgroup
Group of computers with which you wish to communicate or share resources such as folders, a printer or an
Internet connection. To be part of a workgroup, computers must have the same group name.
WPA (WiFi Protected Access)
Wireless network security standard put in place by manufacturers, employing a data encryption algorithm
relying on dynamic key management, which was lacking in WEP, the difference being that once
communication is established, the key changes randomly for enhanced security.
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WPA2 (WiFi Protected Access 2)
Security standard for wireless networks based on the WPA standard, which adds support for the TKIP or AES
encryption algorithm, for heightened security.
WPA-PSK (WiFi Protected Access-Pre-Shared Key)
Latest-generation heightened security protocol specially designed for use in environments such as a small
office or the home, based on a pre-shared key (a single password). This key is also used for TKIP or AES
data encryption.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™)
Technology standardized by the Wi-Fi Alliance, which aims to simplify the connection and configuration of a
wireless network while at the same time maintaining a high level of security. This technology allows the user
to enable protection of a WiFi network via a single button located on the WiFi client, or via entry of a PIN code
in the software supplied with the router.
Log on now to our website (www.hercules.com) to download the latest driver and software versions, consult
the list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) relating to your product and access User Manual updates. You
can also discover the entire Hercules range and get information on upcoming products.
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7. TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If you encounter a problem with your product, please go to http://ts.hercules.com and select your language. From there you
will be able to access various utilities (Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), the latest versions of drivers and software) that
may help to resolve your problem. If the problem persists, you can contact the Hercules products technical support service
(“Technical Support”):
By email:
In order to take advantage of technical support by email, you must first register online. The information you provide will help
the agents to resolve your problem more quickly.
Click Registration on the left-hand side of the Technical Support page and follow the on-screen instructions.
If you have already registered, fill in the Username and Password fields and then click Login.
By telephone:
United Kingdom
08450800942
Charges
at local rate
Monday to Friday from Noon to 4pm and 5pm to 10pm
Saturday from 9am to Noon and 1pm to 7pm
Sunday from 9am to Noon and 1pm to 4pm
United States
1-866-889-5036
Free
Monday to Friday from 7am to 11am and from Noon to 5pm
Saturday and Sunday from 7am to Noon
(Eastern Standard Time)
Canada
1-866-889-2181
Free
Monday to Friday from 7am to 11am and from Noon to 5pm
Saturday and Sunday from 7am to Noon
(Eastern Standard Time)
Denmark
80887690
Free
Monday to Friday from 1pm to 5pm and 6pm to 11pm (English)
Saturday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 8pm
Sunday from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Sweden
0200884567
Free
Monday to Friday from 1pm to 5pm and 6pm to 11pm (English)
Saturday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 8pm
Sunday from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Finland
0800 913060
Free
Monday to Friday from 2pm to 6pm and 7pm to Midnight (English)
Saturday from 10am to 2pm and 3pm to 9pm
Sunday from 11am to 2pm and 3pm to 6pm
8. WARRANTY
Worldwide, Guillemot Corporation S.A. (“Guillemot”) warrants to the consumer that this Hercules product will be free from
material defects and manufacturing flaws for a period of two (2) years from the original date of purchase. Should the product
appear to be defective during the warranty period, immediately contact Technical Support, who will indicate the procedure to
follow. If the defect is confirmed, the product must be returned to its place of purchase (or any other location indicated by
Technical Support).
Within the context of this warranty, the consumer’s defective product will, at Technical Support’s option, be either repaired or
replaced. Where authorized by applicable law, the full liability of Guillemot and its subsidiaries (including for indirect
damages) is limited to the repair or replacement of the Hercules product. The consumer’s legal rights with respect to
legislation applicable to the sale of consumer goods are not affected by this warranty.
This warranty shall not apply: (1) if the product has been modified, opened, altered, or has suffered damage as a result of
inappropriate or abusive use, negligence, an accident, normal wear, or any other cause not related to a material defect or
manufacturing flaw; (2) in the event of failure to comply with the instructions provided by Technical Support; (3) to software not
published by Guillemot, said software being subject to a specific warranty provided by its publisher.
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9. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION RECOMMENDATION
At the end of its working life, this product should not be disposed of with standard household waste, but rather dropped off at
a collection point for the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) for recycling.
This is confirmed by the symbol found on the product, user manual or packaging.
Depending on their characteristics, the materials may be recycled. Through recycling and other forms of
processing Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, you can make a significant contribution towards
helping to protect the environment.
Please contact your local authorities for information on the collection point nearest you.
Trademarks
Hercules® is a registered trademark of Guillemot Corporation S.A. Intel® and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Wireless
AttitudeTM ! is a trademark of Guillemot Corporation S.A. Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP and Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and brand names are hereby acknowledged and are
property of their respective owners. Illustrations not binding.
Declaration of conformity with EU directives
This device can be used in: AT, BE, FR, DE, IE, IT, LU, NL, PL, ES, SE, GB, FI, CH.
Hereby, GUILLEMOT CORPORATION, Carentoir France, declares that this Hercules HWNR 300 is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformity can be consulted
at this website address:
ftp://ftp.hercules.com/wifi/DoC/HWNR-300/DoC-eng_Hercules_HWNR-300.pdf
Hercules is a division of Guillemot Corporation.
EUROPEAN USERS:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. After
assessment, the equipment has been found to comply with the following standards: EN 300.328 (radio), EN 301 489-1, EN
301 489-17 (electromagnetic compatibility) and EN 60950 (safety). This equipment may be used in all European Union
countries and in all countries applying Directive 1999/5/EC, without restriction, with the exception of the following countries:
FRANCE:
When this equipment is used outdoors, output power is limited to within the frequency bands listed below. For more
information, consult the ART website: www.art-telecom.fr.
Location
Frequency band (MHz)
Power (EIRP)
Indoor (no restrictions)
2400 – 2483.5
100mW (20dBm)
Outdoor
2400 – 2454
100mW (20dBm)
2454 – 2483.5
10mW (10dBm)
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment may give rise to radio interference; if so, it is incumbent upon the
user to rectify the situation.
ITALY:
This device complies with the National Radio Interface and the requirements of the Frequency Allocation Table. Use of this
wireless product outside of the boundaries of the owner’s property requires a general authorization. For more information,
consult the website www.comunicazioni.it.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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.
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. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC 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.
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This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part, summarized, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,
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Disclaimer
Guillemot Corporation S.A. reserves the right to make changes to specifications at any time and without notice. The
information provided by this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by
Guillemot Corporation S.A. either for its use or for the infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its
use. This product may exist in a light or special version for PC integration or other purposes. Certain functions detailed in this
manual may not be available in these versions. Wherever possible, a README.TXT will be included on the installation CDROM detailing the differences between the supplied product and the product described in the present documentation.
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