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1. Allow is unchecked then the AirStation ignore SSID searches from wireless devices Always enabled and support all wireless security methods of the AirStation Security can be disabled if necessary SSID2 can use WPA PSK TKIP or WPA WPA2 Mixed for wireless security Security can be disabled if necessary SSID3 can use WPA PSK AES for wireless security SSID4 can use WEP for wireless security When Enablea wireless devices connected to the AirStation can communicate only with the Internet side not with each other This parameter does not function if WDS is enabled Set SSID using 1 32 alohanumeric character s Specifies an authentication method used when connecting to a wireless device 45 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Encryption WPA PSK Pre Shared Key WCR GN User Manual Meaning Select a type of data encryption for wireless communication from the following options No encryption Data is transmitted without encryption Avoid this option since any communication may be intercepted No encryption can be selected only when No authentication is selected for Wireless authentication WEP WEP is acommon encryption method supported by most devices Use an encryption key to communicate with a wireless device WEP can only be selected when No authentication is selected for Wireless authentication TKIP TKIP is an encryption method which is more secure than WEP but slower Use an p
2. WMM 11n g b MAC Filter WDS Logout a WDS 3 WDS Use 3 Connection Type Manual v To SE tation Go GE add a new Ajirstation slave to an SSID Search existing Airstation Master network Install the new AirStation Authentication No authentication Y between the existing Master aranan ane mreneo dea by j j using eature In this case Encryption for wireless No encryption the new AirStation slave that is not connected directly to the Apply Internet operates as a Hee When configuring set WD settinas tn match the master v Parameter Meaning WDS check to use WDS connection Connection type Select AirStation s connection method for WDS Manual Specify the target wireless AP s SSID and security information manually AOSS Connect with the AirStation using AOSS If this option is selected a special AOSS button will appear This button can be used for WDS connection only Refer to page 17 for setup process Once AOSS connection is set up WCR GN will have the same security setting as the target wireless AP WCR GN User Manual 52 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Connection Status SSID Search Authentication Encryption for wireless WPA PSK Pre shared KEY WEP encryption key setting WCR GN User Manual Meaning Displays the WDS connection status Configure the target Airstation s SSID Click this button to search the target AirStation s SSID Configure the
3. depending where you re using the AirStation WCR GN User Manual 83 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Windows XP includes a built in utility to connect to your AirStation Note Click View Available Wireless Networks i Wireless Network Connection Network Tasks Choose a wireless network Refresh network list ick an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more Auchan 2 Set up a wireless network 9001D73B991D4 DA For a home or small office u might need to enter Related Tasks GW Learn about wireless networking ve Change the order of AjirStation preferred networks H 7 Security enabled wireless network D r Change advanced settings Wireless Network Connection The network 001D73B991D4 requires a network key also called a WEP key or WPA key A network key helps prevent unknown intruders from connecting to this network Type the key and then click Connect Network key If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer Wireless Zero Configuration is disabled Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Configuration or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation Right click on the wireless network icon Si displayed in the system tray When the screen at left is displayed select the network to connect to and click Connect When the screen at left is dis
4. 6 Step through the wizard to complete the setup If you ve selected AOSS configuration during the setup the existing AOSS connection between the target wireless AP and computers has been disconnected Set up AOSS connection again page 77 WCR GN User Manual 19 Chapter 3 Installation Manual Setup To configure the WDS without using the utility CD follow the procedure below 1 Fix your computer s IP address For details please refer to Appnedix C page 96 ex IP address 192 168 11 80 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway blank Preferred DNS server blank Alternate DNS server blank 2 Turn off your computer 3 Connect your computer to one of the AirStation s LAN ports with the Ethenet cable Turn on the AirStation wait one minute and then turn on your computer AirStation wireless router rear side 1 connect 1 connect Ethernet cable 2 connect the power supply power outlet 4 Wait for a while and then make sure that the AirStation s LEDs are lit as described below POWER Green light is on WIRELESS Green light is on ROUTER Green light is on DIAG Off X Refer to page 8 and 10 for LED locations and other details WCR GN User Manual 20 Chapter 3 Installation 5 Open the web configuration screen Refer to page 23 for the instruction as necessary 6 In the Mode information menu select Bridge Mode and click Apply Mode information Router Mo
5. in lower case for the user name leave the password blank and click OK Follow the instructions on the screen to complete setup You ve completed initial setup of your AirStation Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings WCR GN User Manual 16 Chapter 3 Installation WDS Setup To extend Wireless coverage add a new Airstation to an existing Wireless network Install the new AirStation between the existing Wireless AP and wireless devices by using WDS feature Refer to the following procedure to set up WDS connection Note Confirm the target wireless AP supports WDS Extend the wireless coverage computer Ad e L WDS enabled computer WCR GN User Manual 17 Chapter 3 Installation CD Setup 1 Insert the CD into your PC and follow the instructions on the screen When the below screen appears click Start and follow the instruction on the screen by clicking Next Ver 32 0 Air Station Setup Wizard me 7 Select your language ae Please select your language and press thef Start button to begin setup 4 When the below screen appears click WDS Setup The wizard will guide you through connection and LED s meanings Ver 3 2 0 Air Station Setup Wizard wae me Select Connection Type 28 Select cable or ADSL modem to setup Internet connection Select WDS Setup to connect this Wireless Access Points AP via wireless to an existing wireless
6. Enable Syslog Server M Address Translation M Firewall M Dynamic DNS Transfer Logs DHCP Server M Wireless Client M Setting Changes MINTP Client MIP Filter M PPPoE Client M DHCP Client Maoss M Authentication M System Boot M Wired Link G IE A le Oe CT OO ae eee Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Logout a Syslog Setup Syslog transfers the AirStation s log information to a syslog server Log Transfer Checking Enable will instruct the AirStation to transmit log information to a SCH server The default is disabled Syslog Server Specify the name of your Syslog Server by host name host name with domain or IP Address Alphanumeric characters hyphen and dot may be used The Syslog Server Name cant start or end with a mper ordot e Parameter Log Transfer Syslog Server Transfer Logs WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enable to send logs to a syslog server Indentify the syslog server by host name host name with domain name or IP address You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters hyphens and underscores _ Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server 67 Chapter 4 Configuration Save Restore The screen to save to or restore from an AirStation configuration file Setup Internet AN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log
7. Ping Model AirStation Name Operational Mode Internet Wireless 802 11n g b WCR GN Ver 1 00 R1 20 81 13 AP002445460038 Router Mode ON Method of Acquiring S IP Address Auto Detect Mode PPPoE Wired Link 100Base Tx Full duplex MAC Address 00 24 45 46 00 38 IP Address 192 168 11 1 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 DHCP Server Enabled MAC Address 00 24 45 46 00 38 Wireless Status enabled GD 002445460038 Authentication Open Encryption Open SSID2 002445460038 2 Authentication Open Encryption Open Broadcast SSID Enable Privacy Separator Disable Wireless Channel 2 Auto 150Mbps Mode 20 MHz MAC Address 00 24 45 46 00 38 GAR EUR H ett Lol al ile ml Oli A Oae clullmeeaiiem Diagnostic Logout a System Information 1 Display the AirStation s main settings Model Displays the model name and firmware version of the AirStation AirStation Name Displays the AirStation s host name Operational Mode Displays the current mode of operation Internet AirStation s Internet port side information Method of Acquiring IP Address Acquiring a Internet IP address Name of the Connection The name of the PPPoE connection specified in the configuration Connection Status Displays the current Internet side status Operational Mode The Operational Mode will show if any DHCP or PPPoE configuration is active If DHCP is in use the following commands can be executed e Relea
8. zero day is set no periodic update is performed The WAN side IP address of the AirStation s Internet port This address is sent to the dynamic DNS service provider The domain name assigned by the dynamic DNS Service provider The AirStation can be accessed from the Internet using this domain name Display the status of dynamic DNS service 35 Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Configure the LAN side port and DHCP server settings InternetILAN WOCE i LAN Config Admin Config Security Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease NAT Route Logout a LAN Side Ethernet Settings IP Address 192 168 11 1 LAN Side IP Address DHCP Server Function V Enable Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Configure the AirStation s LAN IP Address Subnet Mask and local DHCP Server settings here Unless you re a networking expert the default settings are recommended 192 168 11 64 for up to 191 address es Note DHCP IP Address Pool Excluded IP Addresses Ifyou have an existing LAN the AirStation s DHCP Server Settings Advanced Settings Advanced Settings Display Parameter LAN Side IP Address DHCP Server Function Router Mode only DHCP IP Address Pool Router Mode only Advanced Settings Router Mode only Lease Period Router Mode only Default Gateway Router Mode only WCR GN User Manual configuration must be changed to connect to itPlease refer to here t
9. AC_VO Highest Cmax AIFSN TXOP Limit WCR GN User Manual For AP For STA 15 15 1023 1023 7 H D 0 For AP For STA 15 15 63 1023 3 3 0 0 For AP For STA 7 i 15 15 1 2 94 94 For AP For STA 3 3 7 G 1 2 47 47 Logout WMM Settings 11g Prioritized AirStation communication for specific transactions This settings provides some real time communication which can help improve the quality of YOIP or other streaming protocols WMM NOW PRINTING WMM EDCA Parameters It is usually not necessary to change this value Priority The prionty is ranked Highestj High 4 Normalj2 Low 1 for each packet Parameter CWmin CWmax The maximum and minimum value for the contention window The contention window is used to control the frame collision avoidance system in IEEE802 11 AIFSN Interval of the sending frame The unit defines a time slot similar to the window value of CVmin CVimax Lower values define a higher priority as the back off algorithm starts earlier TXOP Limit The time for the queue to obtain a 49 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning WMM Check WMM to enabe QoS features WMM is a standard that includes basic Quality of Service QoS features for wireless networks WMM EDCA Parameters You don t usually need to change these settings Using the default setting
10. Address Translation Log Output of Deleted Packets Routing Information Default Setting External Registrar AirStation PIN WPS Security Information Encryption level expansion function Dedicated WEP SSID isolation Enable Printed on the label of the AirStation Disable AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Enable WCR GN User Manual 92 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Extension Channel Separate feature SSID1 used SSID2 not used SSID1 Configure AirStation s MAC address SSID2 Configure AirStation s MAC address 1 SSID3 not used SSID4 not used Authorization Authorization No Authorization piled Ke WMM EDCA Parameters PL For AP For STA CWmax 1023 1023 AIFSN 7 7 mom p p pomm p p WCR GN User Manual 93 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature MAC Filter Firewall Router Mode only IP Filter Router Mode only VPN Pass Through Router Mode only Port Forwarding Router Mode only DMZ Router Mode only UPnP Router Mode only QoS Router Mode only Name Password Parameter WMM EDCA Parameters Priority AC Mi High Default Setting For STA 7 ech VO SS NTN lu N Sai WMM EDCA Parameters Priority AC_VO Highest For STA TXOP Limit 47 47 Enforce MAC Filter Disable none Prohibit NBT and Microsoft DS Routing Disable Reject IDENT Reques
11. Router functionality is disabled 6 DIAG LED Red This indicates the status of the unit depending on the number of blinks per cycle Note When the unit is first turned on or restarted the Diag LED will blink for almost a minute during boot This is normal WCR GN User Manual Chapter 1 Product Overview Diag LED status 2 blinks zl Flash ROM error Cannot read or write to the flash memory 3 blinks zl Ethernet wired LAN Ethernet LAN controller is malfunctioning error 4 blinks Wireless LAN error Wireless LAN controller is malfunctioning 5 blinks IP address setting error Because the network addresses of both the Ineternet port WAN port and the LAN port are the same it is not possible to establish communication Change the LAN side IP address of this unit Continuously Updating the firmware Updating the firmware blinking Saving settings Saving the settings Initializing settings Initializing the settings 1 Unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket wait for a few seconds and then plug it again If the light still flashes please contact technical support 2 Never unplug the AC adapter while the Diag LED is blinking continuously WCR GN User Manual 9 Chapter 1 Product Overview Back Panel WCR GN User Manual AOSS Button Hold down this button until the Security LED flashes about 1 second while the unit s power is on initiates AOSS WPS mode allowing th
12. Server AirStation will access the specified NTF server andadjust its internal Update Interval 24 hours L clock to conform with the NTP server s time NTP is an acronym of Network Time Protocol An NTP server distributes accurate time to network devices v Parameter NTP Functionality NTP Server Update Interval WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enable to use an NTP server to automatically set the AirStation s internal clock Enter the name of the NTP server as a host name host name with domain name or IP address Up to 255 alphanumeric characters hyphens and underscores _ may be used How often should the AirStation submit a time request to the NTP server Intervals of 1 24 hours may be set 65 Chapter 4 Configuration Access The screen to restrict access to the AirStation s settings screens GI 8 E UECHT OO e Ee ER Admin Config Restart Update Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Initialize Log Output Enable Enable Management Access go Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Fi Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Internet Side Remote Access Setting Enable Management Access o Permit configuration from wired Internet Number of Packets Logout a Management Access You may prohibit management of the AirStation in specific circumstances Enabling any of these limitations will prevent changes being made to the d AirStation s setti
13. be blank Note that all other settings will also revert to their default values User name root Password eeeeeeee Remember my password WCR GN User Manual 23 Chapter 4 Configuration 4 Setup InternetILAN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Admin Config Diagnostic The configuration screen IS Wizards amp Overview displayed Mode information Wizards amp Overview Easy Setup Ka F ply Basic Settings Router mode O Bridge Mode Wizards for Easy Setup ara on Run the Intemet Connection Wizard Easy internet Information the loft Setup Use PPPoE Client An overview of your AirStation s gt Wireless SSID amp Channel 1 int 0Mbps _EasySetup Defaulty system information is displayed on Ka RA GER Connection Condition Online the right Wireless Encryption WEP TKIP AES Ze a Ew pe cours gt gt lemel Games Pori Forvardind Modo information gt Windows Live MSN Messenger EH Help IS always displayed on the gt Wireless Multicast Ral WIRELESS Tne Alrstation may work as a H H i JEEE 802 11n gb Auto teh Iter ten vt Neh right side of the configuration e ba H SEU oras a gt Update AirStaliun Firmware Authentication Open simple bridge device between screen Refer to the Hel screens KSE Jee ee Zeg soting is Router modo H 881D 0024A5460038 5 Please do not change this setting Authentcation AOSE WPA PSK iyou ae not sre for more information on each page EE Werer
14. from the AirStation With a ping test you can determine whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device Destination Address Enter the network IP address that ER want to ping e g 92 168 11 3 or www buffalotech com Execute Ciel Exvaciutal ta nina tha Destination Address Enter an IP address or a host name of the device for which you try to verify the connection and click Execute The result will be displayed in the Result field WCR GN User Manual 76 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Automatic Secure Setup AOSS WPS AOSS and WPS are systems which enables you to automatically configure wireless LAN settings Just pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings Utilize this system to connect to wireless devices computers or game machines which support AOSS or WPS M AOSS AirStation One Touch Secure System is technology developed by BUFFALO WPS was created by the Wi Fi Alliance aoss Modem AirStation PC or Game console AOSS Devices e Before using AOSS WPS to connect to a Buffalo wireless client install Client Manager software from the included AirNavigator CD Consult your wireless client s documentation for more information e Buffalo s Client Manager software can be used with the wireless LAN devices built into your computer However it is not guaranteed to work with all wireless LAN devices available Note When setti
15. gea in th b based fi ti Authentication AOSS WPAWRAZ mxedmode This Wizard scans your Intemet in e web based con gura ion E ME Encryption AOSS TKIPIAES mixedmode tunnel aulurnalically when the screens Internet Connection Wizard Is run ISL modems may require PPPoE information to connect to the Internet ifyour connection requires a password or other PPPOE information have it reas can provide this information if you WCR GN User Manual 24 Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Menu Router Mode The menu structure for the AirStation in router mode is the following Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item NAT Network address translation settings used to connect LAN side devices Page 39 to the Internet Route Configure the IP communication route that the AirStation uses Page 40 Wireless Config WPS WPS settings and status Page 41 AOSS AOSS AirStation One touch Secure System settings and status Page 42 Basic Configure basic wireless settings Page 44 Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings Page 48 WMM Set priorities for Wireless Multimedia Extensions Wi Fi Multimedia Page 49 MAC Filter Limit access to specific devices Page 51 Firewall Protect your computer from outside intruders Page 54 IP Filter Edit IP filters which relates to the packets passing through the LAN side Page 56 and the Internet side VPN Configure IPv6 passthrough PPPoE passthrough and PPTP passthroug
16. isolation 802 11nigh Stop J Start AOSS button Enabled Se Click this button to start AOSS 802 11n g b Disabled The AOSS button on top of the ZS ben this function is enabled clients connectin ee ame aithis naa isolated from clients connecting via more secure for more details AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Enable wi ha Current Security Information 802 11n g b Disable AOSS button This button appears when AOSS is Encryption r enabled Click this button to Sg WPA PSK AES Now in use disable AOSS Connections to SE SE will be EA i A035 Information removed an SC E Encryption Type reset to its default Encryption value AES Current Encryption K spptwmndmjdsy Information will also be removed ey Wireless Setting and Wireless s Security are enabled in Advanced eee WPANWPA2 PSK mixed Now in use Settings when AOSS is disabled How to use AOSS Encryption RH KE or reboot the AirStation Key Spptwmndmj8sy and a wireless client that supports 2 Press AOSS buttons Encryption Type WvEP128 Biet rebooting press both product s AOSS buttons the lt il gt router s first then the client s The e Parameter Meaning Ga Initiates AOSS automatic wireless configuration Click this then AOSS press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS compatible wireless client Repeat for additional AOSS clients KM Click this button to disconnect AOSS connections 05 W
17. network Wireless Distribution System WDS is a way to connect two or more APs to extend wireless coverage over longer range E eee Cable or ADSL modem WDS Setup WCR GN User Manual 18 Chapter 3 Installation 5 When the below screen appears select AOSS configuration or Manual Configuration from Select WDS Setup method AirStation will attempt to connect to other wireless AP to set up WDS If the target wireless AP is the AirStation that supports WDS select AOSS configuration and push AOSS button on the target AP If the target AP is not the AirStation select Manual Configuration then click Scan for SSID A list of available wireless AP will be generated Select the target AP s SSID from the list and dick Next to continue with security information settings Ver 32 0 Air Station Setup Wizard ki H Select WDS Setup method There are two WDS setup options available Select AOSS option for easy setup Simply Select AOSS option and push the Next button in application to start WDS connection The other method is Manual Configuration option which requires security key details Push Scan button to get list of available APs in the network Next enter or select SSID of other AP From the list and push next button to enter security key information for the wireless connection a Scan for SSID Select WDS Setup method Manual Configuration Enter or Select SSID from list
18. settings Toei Wireless Config LAN Config Admin Config wes Aoss Advanced 11n g b MAC Filter Logout A Advanced Wireless Settings Multicast Rate 1 Mbps we i Specify Advanced Wireless DTIM Period H Settings Privacy Separator Enable Multicast Rate You can select 1 2 5 5 6 9 11 Apply 12 18 24 36 45 54Mbps Default Value is 1 Mbps v Parameter Meaning Multicast Rate Set the communication speed of multi cast packets DTIM Period Set the beacon responding interval 1 255 which is notified to a wireless device This setting is effective only when the power management feature is enabled on a wireless device Privacy Separator If enabled the Privacy Separator blocks communication between wireless devices connected to the AirStation Wireless devices will be able to connect to the Internet but not with each other Devices that are connected to the AirStation with wired connections will still be able to connect to wireless devices normally WCR GN User Manual 48 Chapter 4 Configuration WMM The screen to set the priorities for specific communications the AirStation performs Tame Wireless Config M ii2 lisamie oe melee a aKO aLi wes Aoss WMM 1in g b MAC Filter WMM Y Enable WMM EDCA Parameters Priority Parameter Cimin AC_BKiLow Cima AIFSN TXOP Limit Cimin AC_BE Norman Cima AIFSN TXOP Limit Cimin AC_ViI High cwmax AIFSN TXOP Limit Cimin
19. target AirStation s wireless authentication method Configure the target AirStation s Encryption method Set the target AP s Encryption key if necessary Set the target AP s WEP key if necessary 53 Chapter 4 Configuration Security Router Mode only Firewall Router Mode only The screen to configure firewall features of the AirStation le eeelaiiem Security Maa meelailc RR uam Olea Ree Firewall IP Filter VPN Pass Through Log Output Enable Enable Basic Rules Number of Packets oO Prohibit NBT and Microsoft DS Routing Reject IDENT Requests Block Ping from Internet Logout a Firewall Limits the type of packets allowed to der between the Internet and LAN When packets reach the AirStation the firewall evaluates the packets and forwards packets that dont match any filter to their destination The Firewall blacks unnecessary packets from the Internet side and prevents leaking SS information from the LAN side Log Output checking this box will record v Parameter Meaning Log Output Enable to output a log of firewall activity Basic Rules Enable to use any of the quick filters Preconfigured quick filters include Prohibit NBT and Microsoft DS Routing When this is enabled you cannot use the Microsoft network feature from the Internet side to the LAN side and from the LAN side to the Internet You can configure this with PPPoE if you select Use PPPoE Client or Use IP Unnumbered in
20. the wireless connection WCR GN User Manual 74 Chapter 4 Configuration Client Monitor This screen shows devices that are connected to the AirStation Setup InternetiLAN Wireless Config FAROT RR luede Diagnostic System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping Logout a Client Monitor Lease IP Communication Wireless MAC Address Address Hostname Method Authentication 02110 Displays the LAN side clients PCs that are accessing the 00 1D 73 92 08 7F 192 168 11 65 pe suzuki Wireless Authorized Enable Tesa 00 11 09 5C 86 F1 192 168 11 64 suzuki xp Wired The following nomaini displayed MAC address S g g v Parameter Meaning Client Monitor Displays information MAC address lease IP address host name communication method wireless authentication and 802 1 1n for devices that are connected to the AirStation WCR GN User Manual 75 Chapter 4 Configuration Ping A Ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device InternetiLAN Wireless Config Security System Info Logs Packet Info Client Monitor Ping Destination Address Result Destination 192 168 11 3 64 bytes from 192 168 11 3 icmp_seq 0 ttl 128 time 1 4 ms Result 64 bytes from 192 168 11 3 icmp_seq 1 ttl 128 time 3 0 ms 64 bytes from 192 168 11 3 icmp_seq 2 ttl 128 time 0 9 ms Parameter Meaning MKO a akea Diagnostic Logout Ping A Ping test can be performed
21. 688 3999 e mail digisupport msi ecs com ph TEL 02 205 7 2095 e mail support buffalotech co kr TEL 65 6297 2085 e mail buffalo blumm com TEL 0800 660 886 e mail support buffalo tech com tw TEL 02 7 16 6669 Please contact the shop or distributor where you purchased the unit re ferring to the attached warranty card issued by the distributor 108
22. A Initialize Restart Initialize Restart This reboots your AirStation This reboots your AirStation Settings affected This will restore your AirStation to the factory default settings eel bag rori Malalockig Initialize f hitialize Now i nl 8 v Parameter Meaning Restart Click Restart Now to restart the AirStation Initialize Click Initialize Now to initialize and restart the AirStation WCR GN User Manual 69 Chapter 4 Configuration Update The screen to update the AirStation s firmware Taga edu BC OO RE de iukeR Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout a Firmware Update Firmware Version OR ON Ver 1 00 R1 05 81 13 Update the AirStation s firmware EN Boss Firmware Version Ne Name Displays the firmware version of the AirStation Update Firmware Firmware file name Get updated firmware files from our website Use the browse button to find the e irmware file that will be applied to Download Service the AirStation v Parameter Meaning Firmware Version Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation Firmware File Name Click Browse to specify a firmware file and click Update Firmware This will update the firmware WCR GN User Manual 70 Chapter 4 Configuration Diagnostic System Info The screen to verify the system information of the AirStation System Info Logs PacketInfo Client Monitor
23. Acquire an IP Address Automatically from a DHCP Server IS Ee tee Use PPPoE Client Method of Acquiring IP Address O Use this address determines your internet connection type The correct setup wizard for your internet connection Static IP Address is then activated automatically Subnet Mask To set up PPPoE click here Advanced Settings Note e Auto line determination Easy Setup is effective only for a line on which PPPoE or DHCP is used such as anormal DSL or Cable high speed internet connection For other types of internet connections select Advanced Settings and enter line information obtained fram Default Gateway your Provider manually When a PPPoE server is Primary Address of DNS Name Server detected during Easy Setup the PPPoE server is added to Secondary the list as a communication destination If other PPPoE connection information is Use Default MAC Address 00 24 A5 46 00 38 already registered it will be Internet MAC Address Use this address overwritten by the detected PPPoE information MTU Size of Internet Port 1500 Bytes Apply Acquire an IP Address Automatically from a DHCP Server Acquire an IP address from a DHCP server on the Internet D Parameter Method of Acquiring IP Address Default Gateway Address of DNS Name Server Internet MAC Address MTU size of Internet Port WCR GN User Manual
24. BUFFALO User Manual WCR GN AirStation N Technology Wireless N150 Router Access Point amp Bridge www buffalotech com 35011144 ver 01 v1 0 Contents Chapter 1 Product Overview REENEN EEN 5 Een 5 Air Navigator CD Reourements 6 150 Mbps High Speed Mode 6 Package un E T Hardware TEE 8 Front Panel LED S erreien iini EEEE ena i ERE Enie 8 GT EE 10 ie tel EE 11 Sie 12 Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation ccceeseseeeeees 13 Vertical Placement nnnonnnannneennnennoennnonnnnnnrnerennnrernreserrnerene 13 Horizontal PlAGSMC EE 14 Chapter 3 Installation esessssesssgseseesEeeresEeeeresrgeeruergeeeg 19 re E de Mantak SetU EE 15 TR EE 17 Ee 18 ENT e E 20 Chapter A Configuration cccccceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeneneenees 23 How to Access the Web Based Configuration Utility 23 Configuration Menu Router Mode 25 Configuration Menu Bridge Mode 27 SD aor NA EEI ENE E E biaantatene aes 29 WCR GN User Manual Internet LAN LAN Config AA 31 Internet Router Mode onhy nnn 31 PPPOE Router Mode ONY sci ciccccecececseed censssssetiewersseanceeoceeecuesseuisss 32 DDNS Router Mode only cscs ccscccceaccceciccniseaatereanananeenbscccceereadddosee 34 EAN WE 36 DHCP Lease Router Mode only 38 NAT Router Mode only cccccetasescdzztecancacceannaccesasiaagdacccenssoceceacoses aces 39 Seit 40 Wireless OIG sss sissors inas a aaraa E ESAR 41 WN P S E E TEE SS E 41 AOSS ae e eee
25. CR GN User Manual Note If AOSS connections are disconnected the SSID and encryption keys will be restored to their most recent settings before using AOSS 42 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Encryption Type of Exclusive SSID for WEP Encryption level expansion function Dedicated WEP SSID isolation AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Current Encryption Information AOSS Connection only Random Reset AOSS Client Information AOSS Connection only WCR GN User Manual Meaning You may allow a separate SSID specifically for WEP connections If disabled is selected then clients will not be able to connect with WEP Expands security method from TKIP to WPA WPA2 PSK mixed mode Set a separate SSID and network segment specifically for WEP connections Devices connected with WEP will not be able to communicate with devices connected using AES TKIP All connected devices will be able to communicate with the internet Determine whether configure AOSS or not when the physical AOSS button is pressed Displays the encryption type SSID an encryption key configured by AOSS Click to enter random values for SSID encryption key and other settings Click to return the SSID encryption key and other wireless settings to their previous values Displays AOSS clients connected to the AirStation and information of the devices which are wirelessly communicated 43 Chapter 4 Configuration Basic T
26. DP Manual IP Address eT Protocol Number TCP Port Manual Setup v Specification method LAN Side IP Address 192 168 11 64 Port Number LAN Side Port TCP UDP Port Port Forwarding Registration Information Internet Side IP Address Proto GrOUP LAN Side IP Address Zei Customize LAN Side Port Port Forwarding has not been set up yet Logout a Port Forwarding Settings a Although the AirStation performs Address Translation only for communication which is started from the LAN side certain applications such as network games require that you allow communications from the Internet tne Internet side via Static NAT dit the rules for communicatin from outside the internal network to the LAN side network device Static NAT carefully consulting your internet game s documentation as necessary Up to 32 rules can be registered Add Edit Port Forwarding You can add Viel Mak forwarding information and edit existing information Group You can give a name group name to configured Static NATs and give multiple Static NATs one name and manage them together By giving names to groups you can Enable or eaba each separately To add a Static NAT rule to existing group select the group from the idiom box and v Parameter Group Internet Side IP Address Protocol WCR GN User Manual Meaning Specify a group name for a new rule to belo
27. IP address or network address If you re entering an IP address as destination eee 255 255 255 255 for the subnet mask In case of entering a network address as destination specifythe network address and subnet mask Gateway Suen the IP address of the Mi Parameter Meaning Destination Address Adds a destination IP address and subnet mask to a routing table Gateway Adds a gateway address to a routing table Metric The metric is the maximum number of router hops a packet may take on the way to its destination address Values between 1 and 15 may be entered The default value is 15 Routing Information Manual entries will appear here after being added WCR GN User Manual 40 Chapter 4 Configuration Wireless Config WPS The screen to see the detailed settings and status of WPS GUTT elle EC Wireless Config LAN Config Admin Config Diagnostic WPS AOSS EER UJE BUYER OR ARD ON MAC Filter WPS enable External Registrar enable Apply AirStation PIN 72267486 Generate PIN Enrollee PIN WPS Security Information WPS status unconfigured Logout AA WPS WiFi Protected Setup WPS Configuring WPS WPS is WIFi Protected Setup which corresponds to Windows Connect Now NET GWCNNET WPS is also known as the Wi Fi ell Configuration Protocol WPS function can safely and easily distribute wireless security information form an access point fal et to the WPS clients he WPS device which registers wireless
28. Meaning Specify how the Internet side IP address is obtained Configure an IP address for the default gateway Specify an IP address of the DNS server Configure the Internet side MAC address Note Configuring an improper MAC address may make the AirStation unusable Change this setting at your own risk Configure the MTU value of the Internet port from the range of 578 to 1500 bytes 31 Chapter 4 Configuration PPPoE Router Mode only The screen to configure PPPoE settings Setup InternetiLAN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Admin Config Diapnoste Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease NAT Route PPPoE Connection Logout A Edit PPPoE Connection This field lets you edit or add a line to the table below Name of Connection Easy Setup User Name Name of Connection Enter a unique name such as the J Provider name as the destination Password A name _ Confirmation This must be entered and you Service Name cannot enter an existing destination name Advanced Settings Connection on Demand Connection Type Disconnect Condition Automatic disconnection Disconnection Time ifthe Disconnection Time is set to 0 minutes then the AirStation will maintain the connection indefinitely Up to 32 alphanumeric characters can be entered Two byte characters cannot be used Example Yahoo B FLETS ADSL When both incoming and outgo
29. Method of Acquiring IP address on page 31 or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup WCR GN User Manual 54 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Reject IDENT Requests Enabling this option will answer IDENT requests from the Internet side with corresponding rejection packets Enable this option if you experienced slower transfer speed for network application such as sending mail using ftp or displaying on browser If you have configured transfer of IDENT requests to the LAN side computer in the address translation settings DMZ or TCP port 113 that setting has higher priority and overrides this setting Block Ping from Internet If this is enabled the AirStation will not respond to pings from the Internet side You can configure this with PPPoE if you select Use PPPoE Client in Method of Acquiring IP address page 25 or if Easy Setup identified a PPPoE connection during setup WCR GN User Manual 55 Chapter 4 Configuration IP Filter Router Mode only The screen to edit IP filters which relates to the packets passing through the LAN side and the Inter net side Setup InternetiLAN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Admin Config BIET OEL Firewall IP Filter VPN Pass Through Logout a IP Filter Settings F Limits the type of packets allowed Log Output Enable to pass between the Internet and Apply The maximum number of rules is 32 ifthe packet meets one of the monitoring con
30. One touch Secure System and WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup are supported These automatic connection standards make connection with compatable wireless devices easier Security Features The AirStation is equipped with following security features e AOSS e WPS e WPA PSK TKIP AES e WPA2 PSK TKIP AES e WPA WPA2 mixed PSK e WEP 128 64bit e Privacy Separator e MAC address access restriction e Deny Any Connection SSID stealth feature e Web configuration screen with password e Firewall feature with easy rules Automatic Channel Selection Monitors wireless interference and automatically assigns the clearest best channel WCR GN User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Product Overview Initialization To restore settings back to the factory defaults hold down the Reset button on the bottom of the unit Browser Based Administration This unit can be easily configured from a web browser on your computer Air Navigator CD Requirements The AirStation wireless router and access point works with most wired and wireless devices The automatic installation program on the CD requires Windows 7 Vista or XP to run Client Manager software is included for Windows 7 Vista and XP The use of other operating systems may require that the AirStation be manually configured from a browser window 150 Mbps High Speed Mode 150 Mbps is the link speed of WCR GN when using Wireless N mode It represents actual wireless data speeds including overhead Because the overh
31. P AES 128 64bit WEP Mac Address Filter Wired LAN Interface Standard Compliance IEEE802 3u 100BASE TX IEEE802 3 10BASE T Other Power Consumption Approx 5 8W Max Dimensions 110mm x 103mm x 23mm 4 6 x 4 1 x 0 9 in Weight 144g 4 50z stand not included Operating Environment 0 40 C 32 104 F 20 80 non condensing WCR GN User Manual 90 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Internet Method of Acquiring IP Address Perform Easy Setup Internet Connection Wizard Address of DNS Name Server internet MAC Address MTU Size of Internet Port PPPoE Name of Connection Automatic disconnection Disconnect Condition When both incoming and outgoing traffic stops Disconnect Time 5 Minutes LAN Side IP Address Router Mode 192 168 11 1 255 255 255 0 Bridge Mode 192 168 11 100 255 255 255 0 DHCP Server Function Enable Router Mode only DHCP IP Address Pool 192 168 11 2 for up to 64 Addresses Router Mode only Lease Period 48 hours Router Mode only WCR GN User Manual 91 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature DHCP Lease Router Mode only NAT Router Mode only Parameter Default Gateway Router Mode only DNS Servers Router Mode only WINZ Server Router Mode only Domain Name Router Mode only Default Gateway Bridge Mode only DNS Server Address Bridge Mode only Current DHCP Client Information
32. Password Only when DynDNS is selected Host Name Only when DynDNS is selected Email Address Only when selecting TZO TZO Key Only when selecting TZO WCR GN User Manual Meaning Select a provider DynDNS or TZO for Dynamic DNS Enter the user name which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service You may enter up to 64 alohanumerical characters and symbols Enter the user name which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols Enter the host name which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters hyphens and periods Enter the email address which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols Enter the TZO Key which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols 34 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Domain Name Only when selecting TZO IP Address Update Period Internet Side IP Address Domain Name Status WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enter the domain name which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters hyphens and periods Specifies the period to notify the dynamic DNS service provider of the current IP address When DynDNS is selected set it between 0 and 35 days When TZO is selected set it between 0 and 99 days If 0
33. Ping Test the AirStation s connection to other devices on the network Page 76 Logout Click this to log out of the AirStation s configuration screens WCR GN User Manual 28 Chapter 4 Configuration Setup The home page of the configuration screen You can verify settings and the status of the AirStation here Setup InternetiLAN Wizards amp Overview Easy Setup Basic Settings Wireless Config gt gt Run the Internet Connection Wizard Easy Setup gt gt Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n150Mbps Mode gt gt Wireless Encryption WEP TKIPIAES Internet gt gt Internet Games Port Forwarding gt Windows Live MSN Messenger gt gt Wireless Multicast Rate Other gt gt Update AirStation Firmware Initialize AirStation Parameter Internet LAN LAN Config Wireless Config Security LAN Config WCR GN User Manual Security Mode information Router Mode Bridge Mode Internet Information Use PPPoE Client Easy Setup Default Connection Condition WIRELESS SSID 002445460038 Authentication Open Encryption Open ssiD 0024a5460038 5 8 8 Authentication AOSS WPA PSK PS SC AEEA S AE E a Een SSID 002445460038 1 Authentication EE WPANVPA2 mixedmode Encryption AOSS TKIP JAES mixedmode Meaning LAN Config Admin Config BIET Diet Logout a Wizards amp Overview Wizards for Easy Setup are on the left An ov
34. R GN User Manual 192 168 11 80 255 255 255 0 blank blank blank 97 Appendix C TCP IP Settings in Windows Windows XP To perform the settings for Windows XP follow the procedure below 1 2 Click Start gt Settings gt Control Panel Double click Network Right click on Local Area Connection then click Properties Select Internet Protocol TCP IP then click Properties Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically and then dick Ok in normal situations If you fix the IP address enter the value as necessary ex Ifthe router s IP address is 192 168 11 1 IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Click Close WCR GN User Manual 192 168 11 80 255 255 255 0 blank blank blank 98 Appendix D Restoring the Default Configuration JI J S J J O aN LULL gt M C_D T HO Hold down this button for 3 seconds The AirStation will be initialized WCR GN User Manual 99 Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against h
35. Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout AA Save Restore AirStation E Settings Save Save current settings E C Encrypt the configuration file with a password Save Current Settings Once you ve got your AirStation set up the way you want it you may save the current configuration of the AirStation to a file on the PC Backup file Browse that you re using for configuration Restore Configuration from Backup File R C Enter password The AirStation will not be able ta restore configurations from the save file in the following v Parameter Meaning Save current settings Clicking Save will save the current configuration of the AirStation to a file If the Encrypt the configuration file with a password option is checked then the configuration file will be password protected with the specified password Restore Configuration from Backup Restore the configuration of the AirStation from a saved File configuration file by clicking the Browse button navigating to the configuration file and then clicking Restore If the configuration file was password protected then put a check next to To restore from the file you need the password enter the password and click Open WCR GN User Manual 68 Chapter 4 Configuration Initialize Restart The screen to initialize and restore the AirStation Taga ela e me ae e Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Update Logout
36. Windows standard utility The procedure varies depending on which version of Windows you are using Windows 7 WLAN AutoConfig Use Windows standard utility WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation 1 Click on the network icon in the system tray Select the target AirStation s name and click Connect For future use checking Connect automatically is recommended Currently connected to Network Internet access Wireless Network Connection manual_G V Connect automatically WAP G al 0018E76A1E6E wil 001D7390E9F9 Name 0018E76A1E6E Signal Strength Fair Open Network and Security Type WPA2 PSK Radio Type 802 11n WCR GN User Manual Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network If this screen is displayed enter the encryption key such as WEP key or pre shared key and click OK r Er Connect to a Network E N Type the network security key Security key E Hide characters You can also connect by pushing the Lo button on the router Windows Vista WLAN AutoConfig Use Windows standard utility WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the following AirStation 1 2 Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray Click Connect to a network When the screen at left is displayed select the network to connect to and click Connect EP Connect to a network Select a network to co
37. armful 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 en couraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two condi tions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any inter ference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC ID WCR GN FDI 09102082 0 Important Note FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for u
38. autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Italiano ltalian Con la presente Buffalo Technology Inc dichiara che questo AirStation WCR GN conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Latviski Latvian Ar o Buffalo Technology Inc deklar ka AirStation WCR GN atbilst Direkt vas 1999 5 EK b tiskaj m prasibam un citiem ar to saistitajiem noteikumiem WCR GN User Manual 102 Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Information Lietuviy Lithuanian iuo Buffalo Technology Inc deklaruoja kad Sis AirStation WCR GN atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Nederlands Dutch Hierbij verklaart Buffalo Technology Inc dat het toestel AirStation WCR GN in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Malti Maltese Hawnhekk Buffalo Technology Inc jiddikjara li dan AirStation WCR GN jikkonforma mal htigijiet essenzjali uma provvedimenti o rajn relevanti li hemm fid Dirrettiva 1999 5 EC Magyar Hungarian Alul rott Buffalo Technology Inc nyilatkozom hogy a AirStation WCR GN megfelel a vonatkoz alapvet k vetelm nyeknek s az 1999 5 EC ir nyelv egy b eldirasainak Polski Polish Niniejszym Buffalo Technology Inc deklaruj e AirStation WCR GN spe nia wymagania zasadnicze oraz stosowne postanowienia zawarte Dyrektywie 1999 5 EC Portugu s Portuguese Buf
39. chnology Buffalo Inc authorized alteration modifications or re pair All expressed and implied warranties for the Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc product line including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability and fitness of a particular purpose are limited in duration to the above period Under no circumstances shall Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc be liable in any way to the user for damages including any lost profits lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages aris ing out of the use of or inability to use the Buffalo products In no event shall Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of the product its accompanying software or its documentation Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc does not offer refunds for any product 2003 2009 Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc WCR GN User Manual 107 Appendix Contact Information Asia Pacific Australia China Hong Kong India Indonesia Malaysia Philippines Republic of Korea Singapore Taiwan Thailand Other Areas WCR GN User Manual TEL 1300 761 310 TEL 86 800 820 8262 e mail support buffalo china com TEL 852 2345 0005 e mail support hornington com TEL 1 8004256210 e mail csbuffalo accelfrontline in TEL 021 6231 2893 TEL 03 5032 0138 e mail buffalo ecsm com my TEL 2
40. ckets Save to file logfile log e PPPoE Client Internet side Date Time Type Log Content e Dynamic DNSiInternet side e DHCP Client Oct 5 7 14 CONFIGURE Setup gt Wizard amp Overview configuration change Internet side Ort 8 3 50 CONFIGURE Admin Config gt Time Date configuration change DHCP Server LAN side v Logout a v Parameter Display log info Logs WCR GN User Manual Meaning Choose the types of log information to display Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation 73 Chapter 4 Configuration Packet Info The screen to verify the total amount of packets the AirStation transfers Tecate edu a a ae e LLE Diagnostic System Info Logs PacketInfo Client Monitor Ping Logout A Packet Traffic Information Sent Received Interface The total numbers of packets sent Normal Errors Normal Errors and received by the AirStation ES 0 0 0 Q well as the errors sending an ICE Cte Amie receiving are displayed Wired LAN 2837 0 2149 0 Wireless LAN 802 1 1n g b 3178 O 115607 0 Refresh button o Displayed packet information is renewed with current information when this button is clicked v Parameter Meaning Sent Displays the number of packets sent to the Internet side of Ethernet the LAN side of the Ethernet and the LAN side of the wireless connection Received Displays the number of packet received from the Internet side of Ethernet the LAN side of the Ethernet and the LAN side of
41. contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores _ WCR GN User Manual 63 Chapter 4 Configuration Time Date The screen to configure the internal clock in the AirStation GIE UECHT WC OO e E Ce OCH Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout a Time Date f 1 SE 2009 Ve 10 Month 5 Day Set the AirStation s internal clock Set the internal clack manually Local Time 14 Hour 13 Minute 54 Seconds F 3 Note Time zone GMT 09 00 Tokyo Osaka Seoul x The Aistations intemal re resetto its default setting Appl Refresh Get Current Time from your PC whenever power is lost because it y doesnt have a battery However the AirStatian may be v Parameter Meaning Local Date You may manually set the date of the AirStation s internal clock Local Time You may manually set the time of the AirStation s internal clock Time Zone Specify the time zone offset of Greenwich Mean Time of the AirStation s internal clock WCR GN User Manual 64 Chapter 4 Configuration NTP The screen to configure an NTP server to automatically synchronise the AirStation s internal clock NTP Functionality Enable Te oR ada ie tt e Ile EC Die ep Brecht Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout a NTP E If an NTP server is configured the NTP
42. d communication will be established just by this basic setup Encryption is highly Ki recommended however Wireless Radio Un checking Enable will disable wireless LAN functionality When disabled all wireless functionality including broadcasting is halted Default value is enabled Wireless Channel You may specify a channel frequency band for your wireless communication If there are other wireless clients near the AirStation you may gei interference Change to a different and preferably non overlapping channel in this case Available channels vary with which wireless standard you re using When Auto channel is selected a vacant channel is selected automatically 11n g b Auto 1 11 Channel Default value Auto channel 150Mbps Mode Wireless communication commonly uses 20MHz per channel 150Mbps Mode is a method to increase wireless transmission throughput to 40MHz per channel When 150Mbps Mode is used the channel display on the wireless client is likely going to differ from the channel display on the AP The wireless client channel display may not display the Control Channel but the center frequency In this case the channel between the Wireless Channel and the Extension Channel is displayed Example When channel 3 is selected as Wireless Channel and channel 7 is selected as the Extension Channel channel 5 is displayed Band Width You can select weather 20MHz or 40MHz 150Mbps Mode a
43. de Bridge Mode Apply When this below screen appears re enter the user name root and password set up for web configuration screen Click OK The server 192 168 11 100 at AirStation Enter root for user name requires a username and password Warning This server is requesting that your username and password be sent in an insecure manner basic authentication without a secure connection User name root X Password E Remember my password L oe Il ces 8 Web configuration screen will open again Click Wireless Config then WDS Check Use option and select Manual from the Connection type Click Search WDS Use Connection Type Manual X ssiD WCR GN User Manual 21 Chapter 3 Installation A list of available wireless APs will be generated Select the target AP and click Select Click Search again if no APs are found Select AirStation Master to connect to Wireless g gt Wireless Select BSSID SSID ch Signal Encryption Deeg 0018E76A1E23 0018E76A1E23 1 Excellent bg nibig 0016010405D3 Buffalo_G 8 Good YES big 000D0BCA741B 000D0BCA741B 1 Good big Select Search again Cancel 11 Configure the security information of the target AP and click Apply WDS Use Connection Type Manual X SSID 0018E76A1E23 Authentication No authentication e Encryption for wireless No encryption v 12 Revertto the original IP adress setting Refer to Appendix C page 96 a
44. disconnection if the connection method is set to Connect on Demand or Manual You can enter up to 1440 minutes Configure an authorization method with a provider Configure MTU value in the range of 578 to 1492 which is used for communication on PPPoE Configure MRU Maximum Receive Unit value in the range of 578 to 1492 which is used for communication on PPPoE The AirStation will request LCP echo to the PPP server once ina minute Internet connection will be automatically cut off if the connection server does not respond for more than 6 minutes Disable this function if the PPP connection is cut at short intervals 33 Chapter 4 Configuration DDNS Router Mode only The screen to configure Dynamic DNS settings Internet AN BUGER ae Security LAN Config Admin Config Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease Dynamic DNS Service Disable Current Dynamic DNS Information Internet Side IP Address No IP Address was acquired Domain Name Disabled Status Disabled NAT Route Logout A Dynamic DNS Settings Dynamic DNS Setup Before configuring this settings gaa need to sign up for a dynamic NS serice provider Dynamic DNS Service Select a dynamic DNS service rovider ou can select DynDNS or TZON e DynDNS e TZO The following values are different depending on your dynamic DNS service provider v Parameter Dynamic DNS Service User Name Only when DynDNS is selected
45. ditions see below before it is routed the specified action will be taken If multiple Add IP Address Based Filter conditions see below are met the e approriate action will be pertomag Operation Ignored J once the packet meets the me condition Direction Internet gt LAN ze Log Output IP Address Source Address gt Destination Checking this box will record IP filtering information to a log If OAll Operation is Accepted log output is disabled O ICMP The default is Disabled Protocol Manual Protocol Number TCP Port Manual Setting Specification method Add Edit IP Address Based TCPIUDP en SE Port Number o Add Rule pe area is for adding or editing a Operation Select Wh action to be performed IP Filter Information mesi erete thal S Add eae ket and do not rout i i ource Fess otop the packet an D not route Operation Direction EE EE Protocol Count Customize SES The IP Filter has not been configured yet Raum the rejected packet to the point of origin esnips vi Parameter Meaning Log Output If enabled IP filter activity is saved to a log Operation Specify how to process target packets Direction Specify the transmission direction of target packets IP Address Specify the sender s IP address and receiver s IP address of the target packets Protocol Select a protocol for target transmission packet IP Filter Information Display the list of IP filters which have been regist
46. e unit to exchange security keys with AOSS or WPS compatible devices LAN Port Connect your computer hub or other Ethernet devices to these ports This switching hub supports 10Mbps and 100Mbps connections INTERNET Port 10Mbps and 100Mbps connections are supported Note In bridge AP mode the Internet port becomes a regular LAN port for a total of 5 usable LAN ports 10 Power Connector Connect the included AC adapter 10 Chapter 1 Product Overview Bottom 14 RESET Button Holding this button until the Diag LED comes on while the unit s power is on will initialize its settings WCR GN User Manual 11 Chapter 1 Product Overview Right Side 15 Factory Default Settings This sticker shows the default information of AirStation s SSID and WPS PIN WCR GN User Manual 12 Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Note all the illustrations refer to WCR GN Vertical Placement To place unit vertically refer to the following figure to place the vertical stand WCR GN User Manual Horizontal Placement Place the unit horizontally as the figure below WCR GN User Manual 14 Chapter 3 Installation CD Setup You can set up this unit with the included software CD Insert the CD into your PC and follow the instructions on the screen CD Setup is supported for Windows 7 Vista XP onl
47. ead is not available for user data transfer usable wireless throughput will be substantially slower WCR GN User Manual 6 Chapter 1 Product Overview Package Contents Following items are included in your AirStation If any of the items are missing please contact your vender Mai UMi sessirnar tua enema 1 ET ee 1 AC BOAO CON sskacctaccacestateiarntiaeaw aaa oiai aan rs 1 E Ca 2s cesscsassisescssnssecssacossecanioeuncssee estan nase iene 1 AIG Navi Gar Ol CD E 1 s Quick Setup Guid cn icrssectoniatianaloianaaneeun 1 WCR GN User Manual Chapter 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel LED s 1 Oo Ul 5 ROUTER LED Green On Off Flexible antenna Adjust the angle for the best signal as needed Turning the unit so that the antenna points straight up will probably give the strongest signal POWER LED Green On The AC adapter is connected Off The AC adapter is not connected SECURITY LED Amber Indicates security status Off Encryption is not set On Encryption has been set Double blink The unit is waiting for an AOSS or WPS security key Blinking AOSS WPS error failed to exchange security keys Note When the Security LED is lit an encryption key has been set Wireless clients will need the same key to connect WIRELESS LED Green Indicates wireless LAN status Blinking Wireless LAN is transmitting On Wireless LAN is connected but not active Router functionality is enabled
48. ective page for expla nations regarding to each item LAN Config LAN Configure LAN side ports and devices Page 36 Route Configure the IP communication route that the AirStation uses Page 40 Wireless Config AOSS AirStation One touch Secure System settings and status Set priorities for Wireless Multimedia Extensions Wi Fi Multimedia WDS Configure communication among AirStatiion Page 52 Admin Config Name Configure the AirStation s name Page 62 Password Configure the AirStation s login password for access to configuration Page 63 screens Time Date Configure the AirStation s internal clock Page 64 NTP Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to Page 65 automatically set the AirStation s internal clock Access Configure access restrictions to the AirStation s configuration screens Page 66 Log Configure a syslog server to manage the AirStation s logs Page 67 Save Restore Save or restore the AirStation s configuration from a configuration file page 68 Initialize Restart Initialize the AirStation or reboot it Page 69 Update Update the AirStation s firmware Page 70 Diagnostic System Info View current system information for the AirStation Page 71 Logs Check the AirStation s logs Page 73 Packet Info View all packets transferred by the AirStation Page 74 WCR GN User Manual 27 Chapter 4 Configuration Client Monitor View all devices currently connected to the AirStation Page 75
49. eenneeees 85 Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection 85 Cannot access the web based configuration utility 85 Cannot connect to the network wirelessly 0 cceeeesseeeees 85 You forgot AirStation s SSID Encryption Key or Password 86 The link speed is slower than 150 Mbps Maximum link speed is ony 2D DS EE 86 ner UE 86 Appendix A Specifications cccccccceseeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeees 90 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings 91 WCR GN User Manual Appendix C TCP IP Settings in Windows Een 96 Appendix D Restoring the Default Configuration 99 Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Information 100 Appendix F Environmental Information 00 105 Appendix G GPL Information ek EENS KEREN E En 106 Appendix H Warranty Information SEENEN E En 107 Appendix Contact Information cccccccceeeeeeeeeees 108 WCR GN User Manual 4 Chapter 1 Product Overview Features Supports IEEE802 11n and IEEE802 11b g With support for Wireless N Wireless G and Wireless B standards the AirStation can transfer data to and from all standard 2 4 GHz wireless clients Supports WDS connection Extend the coverage of wireless connection using WDS feature Dual speed mode Dual speed mode makes wireless transmission faster by using 2 channels allowing 150Mbps data transmission Support AOSS and WPS Both AOSS AirStation
50. eg ee ee eee een 42 ENEE 44 PROVE e ER 48 EE 49 MAC Filters oore LLa 51 WDS Bridge Mode only E 52 Security Router Mode only ccccccccsssseeeeeceeeesseeeeeseneesees 54 Firewall Router Mode ONY wi sicccccccessaaev ateendeesseecsiasvaccdaceeedsccsa acs 54 IP Filter Router Mode only 56 VPN Pass Through Router Mode only AAA 57 LAN Config Router Mode only 58 Port Forwarding Router Mode only 58 DMZ Router Mode rn A 59 UPnP Router Mode ongdurk eetnrnie iegggggeE ebe 60 QoS Router Mode ORY cvcccesescsehsezceosseccecansesnsecsceccnccecnncntdgedecnnsenass 61 AEO a i o E E E T P 62 Vie 62 PSS ele EE 63 legt 64 KN GE 65 ee 66 LOO EE 67 AVG RASLI LO Ke PE sosbbadeoeddaneetanacccccateietesatticc 68 Initialize Restart eee eee meee eee nea ane Rene tor ene nen eee an nn CR TER ES aes 69 WCR GN User Manual Re tere 71 SY SUN e E 71 ENEE 73 Packet IMO E 74 EE eege 75 PINO EEN 76 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network 0 77 Automatic Secure Setup ACHGSGIWPS Z Windows 7 Vista Client Manager V ccccccssssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaes 78 Windows XP Client Manager 3 cccccccccceecessssssseeeeeeeeeeeseeeeaaes 79 Other Devices e g Game Consolel rreren 79 Manual SUN E 80 Windows 7 WLAN AUloC e e ET 80 Windows Vista WLAN Autor ong 81 Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration ccccceeeeeeeeeees 84 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting cc sssceeeeeeeeeeeee
51. ered WCR GN User Manual 56 Chapter 4 Configuration VPN Pass Through Router Mode only The screen to configure IPv6 pass through PPPoE pass through and PPTP pass through GI EE CR UC Reide Security SAAK mm laali ET ale ile Firewall IP Filter VPN Pass Through Logout AA VPN Pass Through Specify VPN Pass Through IPv6 Pass Through Enable unas S PPPoE Pass Through Jenable IPv6 Pass Through PPTP Pass Through Enable Select whether to use ID GE EE translation The default setting is opel disabled g v Parameter Meaning IPv6 Pass Through Enable to use IPv6 Pass Through for address translation PPPoE Pass Through Enable to use PPPoE bridge Using PPPoE bridge lets you automatically obtain an IP address from your provider using the PPPoE protocol from your computer connected to the LAN side because all PPPoE packets can pass through between the Internet and LAN PPTP Pass Through Enable to use the PPTP Pass Through for address translation WCR GN User Manual 57 Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Config Router Mode only Port Forwarding Router Mode only The screen to configure the port translation Setup Internet AN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Riluiiv eiuts Port Forwarding DMZ UPnP Qos Add Port Forwarding Group New Group Group Name AirStation s Internet IP Address Internet Side IP Address OAI O ICMP Protocol O Manual TCP U
52. erview of your AirStation s system information is displayed on the right E Basic Settings Mode information Choose here to decide operation mode of the AirStation The AirStation may work as a router device with Network Address Translation when connecting to the Internet or as a simple bridge device between N and LAN ports Default setting is Router mode Please do not change this setting if you are not sure Run Internet Connection Wizard Easy Setup This Wizard scans your Internet connection and connects to the Internet Most cable modems will connect automatically when the Internet Connection Wizard is run DSL modems may require PPPoE information to connect to the Internet If your connection requires a password or other PPPoE information have it ready Your ISP can provide this information if you dont have it Click this tab to display the configuration screen for the Internet port and LAN ports Click this tab to display the configuration screen for wireless set tings Click this tab to display the configuration screen for security Click this tab to display the configuration screen to open ports for games and applications 29 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Admin Config Diagnostic Easy Setup Mode Information Internet Information Router mode only Check Connection Router mode only Refresh Router mode only WIRELESS AOSS WPS Language Logout WCR GN User Man
53. ese steps an Internet connection is still unavailable power off the Cable or DSL modem and computer again and directly connect your computer to the Cable or DSL modem with a cable between the computer and the port on the modem Power on the modem and wait one minute Power on the computer and again check for an Internet connection If an Internet connection IS NOT available with a direct connection to the computer please call the Internet Service Provider who installed the modem If an Internet connection IS available with a direct connection to the computer please call our customer support WCR GN User Manual 88 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Issue Where can download the latest drivers firmware and instructions for my Buffalo wireless products Answer The latest drivers and firmware are available online at www buffalotech com WCR GN User Manual 89 Appendix A Specifications Wireless LAN Interface Transmission Method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS OFDM SISO Frequency Range 2 412 2 462MHz Channels 1 11 Transmission Rate 802 11b g 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 11 5 5 2 1Mbps 802 11n 20MHz Channel LongGl 65 58 5 52 39 26 19 5 13 6 5 1 stream ShortGl 72 2 65 57 8 43 3 28 9 21 7 14 4 7 2 1steam 40MHz Channel LongGl 135 121 5 108 61 54 40 5 27 13 5 1stream ShortGl 150 135 120 90 60 45 30 15 1stream Access Mode Infrastructure Mode Security AOSS WPA2 PSK TKIP AES WPA WPA2 mixed PSK WPA PSK TKI
54. falo Technology Inc declara que este AirStation WCR GN est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Slovensko Slovenian Buffalo Technology Inc izjavlja da je ta AirStation WCR GN v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi dolo ili direktive 1999 5 ES Slovensky Slovak Buffalo Technology Inc t mto vyhlasuje e AirStation WCR GN spina z kladn po iadavky a v etky pr slu n ustanovenia Smernice 1999 5 ES Suomi Finnish Buffalo Technology Inc vakuuttaa t ten ett AirStation WCR GN tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Svensk Swedish H rmed intygar Buffalo Technology Inc att denna AirStation WCR GN star verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG WCR GN User Manual 103 Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Information For Taiwan 22 RAY SN aa a et TABS Se JEISETE gt AFL Pepe HEA SS MH DE AAS gt D KRUSE En at CPE Ou IL DIDIER A ae RE RT ES REA HRS gt EISH gt WAE RETER NRHA o BIR Sa gt Pek ee le Se Zee a EYE ER EFS SZ A SY a is TS ASL SE eee FT E Se Zo WCR GN User Manual 104 Appendix F Environmental Information e The equipme
55. gain ex IP address obtain an IP address automatically Subnet mask obtain DNS server address automatically You ve completed the WDS setup Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings WCR GN User Manual 22 Chapter 4 Configuration This chapter explains the advanced settings for the AirStation To change advanced settings use the AirStation s web based configuration utility How to Access the Web Based Configuration Utility To display the configuration of the AirStation follow the procedure below 1 Launch a web browser 2 eo eye orl Enter the router s LAN side IP address in the address field and press the Enter key JIQ 192 168 11 1 w di f Blank Page Note The AirStation s default LAN side IP address depends on its mode setting In router mode 192 168 11 1 In bridge mode 192 168 11 100 If you change the IP address of this unit use the new IP address When this screen appears enter root in lower case for the user name and the password that you set during initial setup Click Ok The server 192 168 11 1 at AirStation requires a username and password Warning This server is requesting that your username and password be sent in an insecure manner basic authentication without a secure connection Note By default the password is blank not set If you forget your password hold down the Reset button page 11 to initialize all settings The password will then
56. h Page 57 Pass Through LAN Config Port Forwarding Configure port translation and exceptions for games and other programs Page 58 WCR GN User Manual 25 Chapter 4 Configuration DMZ Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a Page 59 LAN side destination UPnP Configure UPnP Universal Plug and Play Page 60 QoS Configure priority for packets that require a certain data flow Page 61 Admin Config Configure the AirStation s name Page 62 Configure the AirStation s login password for access to configuration Page 63 screens Configure the AirStation s internal clock Page 64 NTP Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to Page 65 automatically set the AirStation s internal clock Access Configure access restrictions to the AirStation s configuration screens Page 66 Configure a syslog server to manage the AirStation s logs Page 67 Save Restore Save or restore the AirStation s configuration from a configuration file page 68 Initialize Restart Initialize the AirStation or reboot it Page 69 Update Update the AirStation s firmware Page 70 Diagnostic Ping Test the AirStation s connection to other devices on the network Page 76 Logout Click this to log out of the AirStation s configuration screens WCR GN User Manual 26 Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Menu Bridge Mode The menu structure during a bridge mode is the following Please refer to resp
57. he screen to config Internet LAN ure a basic wireless settings Wireless Config Security LAN Config WPS AOSS Basic 11n g b CUA Mac Filter Wireless Radio M Enable Wireless Channel Auto Channel ze Current Channel 2 150Mbps Mode Extension Broadcast SSID M Allow SSsID1 Separate feature Use Band Width Channel 2 Channel SSID Name SSID based on MAC address 002445460038 O Enter 1002445460038 Authentication No authentication x Encryption No authentication No encryption SSsID2 WPA Mixed PSK Muse Separate feature Ouse SSID Name SSID based on MAC address 0024A5460038 1 Authentication Encryption SSID3 AES Separate feature SSID WPA PSK Pre Shared Key S55ID4 WEP Separate feature SSID Setup WEP encryption key Rekey interval WCR GN User Manual Enter 002445460038 2 No authentication No encryption Ouse Use Name SSID based on MAC address 0024A5460038 2 Enter 0024A5460038 2 Ouse Use Name SSID based on MAC address 002445460038 3 Enter 002445460038 3 Character Input 13 characters vVEP128 1 eeee00 2 3 eeeeee 4 60 minutes Admin Config Diagonoste Logout Basic Wireless Setting 11n q b You can set basic configuration information for your wireless LAN manually here If encryption is not use
58. icking Manual Assignment 38 Chapter 4 Configuration NAT Router Mode only The screen to configure settings relating to the network address translation function which is used to connect the LAN side to the Internet Internet AN WOH ei Tu RO e a Che ie RE lila mOcelalile Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease NAT Route Logout A Network Address Translation Settings Address Translation M Enable g Log Output of Deleted Packets Enable Configure address translation to connect the Internet side to the Internet Apply Address Translation E Parameter Meaning Address Translation Enable to use Network Address Translation Log Output of Deleted Packets Enable to log deleted packets such as errors during address translation WCR GN User Manual 39 Chapter 4 Configuration Route The screen to configure the communication IP route that the AirStation uses Internet AN Pdi Cletela item eT el Add Routing AG IP Address Destination Address Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 ei Gateway Metric 15 Routing Information Destination Address Subnet Mask Gateway Metric Operation Routing Configuration is not Registered LAN Config Admin Config Diagnostic Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease NAT Route Logout A Routing Information Configure Routing Information Add Edit Routing hig area is for adding or editing a ine Destination Address Specify the destination
59. ification as a type on the list then their priority is treated as a level between medium and low Admin Config Name The screen to configure the AirStation s name G IE UE le Oe REECH Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout a AirStation Name AirStation Name AP002445460038 Eegen P This can be used to assign a Apply specific descriptive rena crite AirStation v Parameter Meaning AirStation Name Enter a name for the AirStation Names may include up to 64 alpha numeric characters and hyphens WCR GN User Manual 62 Chapter 4 Configuration Password The screen to configure the password to login to the configuration screen of the AirStation G IE UE le Oe meld e Ee OR Admin Config Name Password Time Date NTP Access Log Save Restore Initialize Restart Update Logout a AirStation Administrator E Password Administrator Name root fixed op Administrator name AuminisiratorEassward This is the user name used to log KConfirm into the AirStation s configuration screens It cannot be changed Apply from root Administrator eg v Parameter Meaning Administrator Name The user name to log in to the configuration screen of the AirStation This name is fixed as root Administrator Password The password to log in to the configuration screen of the AirStation The password may
60. ing traffic stops x Flet s square 20 Minutes Note Authorization Automatic Authorization MTU Size MES Bytes MRU Size IER bytes Keep Alive Enable Apply Parameter Name of Connection User Name Password Service Name Connection Type WCR GN User Manual The Easy Setup configures the Internet side IP address If the PPPoE server is detected the AUTO connection is added to the connection list User Name Enter the user name exactly as provided by your Provider A maximum of 64 characters may be entered Also use the given name full name including charactare aftar tha A evmboall if Meaning Enter the name to identify the connected destination You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols Set the user name which is specified by your provider used for a PPPoE certification You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols Set the password specified by your provider for PPPoE certification You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols Fill in this field only when your provider specifies a Service Name Leave blank otherwise You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols Specifies the timing for the AirStation to connect to your provider 32 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Automatic disconnection Authorization MTU Size MRU size Keep Alive WCR GN User Manual Meaning Sets the timer for
61. ncontrolled equipment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radia tor and your body This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or trans mitter The availability of some specific channels and or operational frequency bands are country depen dent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user WCR GN User Manual 100 Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Information European Union Notice This device complies with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC The follow ing test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC e EN60950 1 2006 Safety of Information Technology Equipment e EN 50385 2002 Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of radio base stations and fixed terminal sta tions for wireless telecommunication systems with the basic restrictions or the reference levels related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields 110MHz 40 GHz Gen eral public e EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 10 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters ERM Wideband transmission sys tems Data transmission equipment operating in the 2 4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques Harmonized EN covering essen
62. nfiguration DHCP Lease Router Mode only The screen to configure DHCP lease Add Client Information IP Address MAC Address InternetILAN Wie uge Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease NAT Route Security LAN Config Admin Config Diagnostic Logout a DHCP Lease Settings Add manual IP address assignment delete automatic IP Address assignment or set automatic assignment to manual Manual assignment p Assign an IP address to specified MAC address manually Add Edit Client information Current DHCP Client Information IP Address MAC Address Lease Period Status Customize No IP Addresses have been assigned The IP Address of the client that is configuring this AirStation is 192 168 11 64 This area is for adding or editing a line IP Address Enter an IP address for manual assignment The default is blank in append mode The current IP address is displayed in edit mode The IP address shouldn t Se the v Parameter IP Address MAC Address Current DHCP Client Information WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enter an IP address to lease manually The IP address should be from the same subnet as the DHCP scope but not be within the range that DHCP is assigning to other devices Enter the MAC address which identifies the client Displays information for current leases An IP address which is leased automatically can be changed to be leased manually by cl
63. ng WDS connection only the AOSS button displayed in the WDS configuration screen functions properly Refer to the setup process in page 17 If you ve completed WDS setup by AOSS method the existing AOSS connection between the target AP and computers has been disconnected Refer to the following procedure to set up the connection again WCR GN User Manual 77 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows 7 Vista Client Manager V If you are using Windows 7 Vista use the included Client Manager V software to connect wirelessly with AOSS WPS y 1 Click the icon ke in the system tray or navigate through Start menu gt All Programs gt BUFFALO gt AirStation Utility gt ClientManagerV 2 When the screen at left is displayed click Create BUFFALO Profile Client Manager Y 1 BUFFALO VWLI UC G300N Profile Disconnected X Transmission Speed Signal Strength Tx Ka Sie vance 3 When the message A Program needs your permission to continue appears click Continue Q SI Create profite When the screen shown at left is displayed click the WPS AOSS button Perform setup of wireless connection to the AirStation Wireless Adapter BUFFALO WLI UC G300N gt Select the Setup Method Automatic Secure Setup Perform connection and security configuration automatically Advanced Setup Select a Network Name SSID or enter the SSID then connect manuall
64. ng to Select New Group and enter the new group name in the Group Name field to create a new group A group name can include up to 16 alphanumeric letters Enter the Internet side IP address before translation for the port translation table entry Select the Internet side protocol before translation for the port translation table entry 58 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter LAN Side IP Address LAN Side Port Port Forwarding Registration Information DMZ Router Mode only Meaning Enter the LAN side IP address after translation for the port translation table entry Select the LAN side after translation port number 1 65535 for the port translation table entry Shows current entries in the port translation table The screen to configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a LAN side destination Internet AN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Eecken m IET EL Port Forwarding DMZ UPnP QoS Logout a DMZ Settings IP Address of DMZ Meader ora The IP Address of the client that is configuring this AirStation is Specify the address of a LAN side 192 168 11 64 network device to which rejected communication packets are to be ADI transfered When an IP address is entered for the DMZ it becomes possible ta access the device at Parameter Meaning IP Address of DMZ Enter the IP address of the destination to which packets which are WCR GN User Manual n
65. ngs from PCs that meet the listed limitation criteria 0 Note that checking all of these boxes at once will make it very difficult to make future changes to the AirStation s settings Log Output Checking this box will record Management Access information to a log Logging is disabled by default v Parameter Log Output Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Permit configuration from wired Internet Router mode only Permitted IP address Router mode only Permitted Port Router mode only WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enabling outputs a log of changes to access settings If enabled prevents access to settings screens from wirelessly connected devices only wired devices may configure If enabled prevents access to settings screens from wired devices only wirelessly connected devices may configure If enabled allows access to settings screens from network devices on the Internet side Displayed only if Internet side configuration is enabled Enter the IP address of the device that is permitted to configure the AirStation remotely from the Internet side Displayed only if Internet side configuration is enabled Set a port number 1 65535 if configuring the AirStation from the Internet side 66 Chapter 4 Configuration Log The screen to transfer the log information of the AirStation by the syslog Initialize Restart Update Log Transfer
66. nnect to A 001073899104 Security enabled network Ke 001073299104 Security enabled network Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center WCR GN User Manual 81 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed click I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead If this screen is not displayed go to step 4 Press the configuration button on your access point Press the configuration button on the access point before continuing I can t find the configuration button Enter the PIN for BUFFALO INC WHR G300N on 001D73B991D4 You can find this PIN displayed on the BUFFALO INC WHR G300N PIN Display characters I don t have the PIN WCR GN User Manual 82 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network When the screen at left is displayed enter an encryption key such as WEP key or pre shared key and click Connect E Ka Connect to a network Type the network security key or passphrase for 001D73B991D4 The person who setup the network can give you the key or passphrase Security key or passphrase Display characters ea you have a USB flash drive with network settings for 001D73B991D4 insert it now Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to finish configuration If the Set Network Location screen is displayed select Home Work or Public location
67. nt that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production e The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment e In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources we encourage you to use the appropriate take back systems e The take back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way e The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems sees e If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration WCR GN User Manual 105 Appendix G GPL Information The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http opensource buffalo jp WCR GN User Manual 106 Appendix H Warranty Information Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc products come with a two year limited warranty from the date of purchase Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc warrants to the original purchaser the product good op erating condition for the warranty period This warranty does not include non Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc installed components If the Buffalo product malfunctions during the warranty period Buffalo Technology Buffalo Inc will replace the unit provided the unit has not been subjected to misuse abuse or non Buffalo Te
68. o set up your AirStation on an existing network LAN Side IP Address Configure the AirStation s LAN IP Address The default is 192 168 11 1 If you want to connect the AirStation to an existing LAN specify a unique unused IP Address from the LAN s range of IP v Meaning Set a LAN side IP address and subnet mask Enable or disable the DHCP server which assigns IP addresses automatically Configure the range of IP addresses to be assigned by the DHCP server and IP addresses to be excluded from that range Values from 0 253 may be entered Select Display to display the advanced settings options for the DHCP server Set the effective period of an IP address assigned by the DHCP server Up to 999 hours may be entered Set the default gateway IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients 36 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter DNS Servers Router Mode only WINS Server Router Mode only Domain Name Router Mode only Default Gateway Bridge Mode only DNS Server Address Bridge Mode only WCR GN User Manual Meaning Set the dDNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients Set the domain name for the DHCP server to issue to clients You may enter up to 127 alphanumerical characters hyphens and periods Set the default gateway IP address Set the DNS server IP address 37 Chapter 4 Co
69. od se zakladnimi po adavky a dal mi p slu n mi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Dansk Danish Undertegnede Buffalo Technology Inc erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr AirStation WCR GN overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Deutsch German Hiermit erkl rt Buffalo Technology Inc dass sich das Ger t AirStation WCR GN in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschl gigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet Eesti Estonian K esolevaga kinnitab Buffalo Technology Inc seadme AirStation WCR GN vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EU pdhin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele English Hereby Buffalo Technology Inc declares that this AirStation WCR GN is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Espa ol Spanish Por medio de la presente Buffalo Technology Inc declara que el AirStation WCR GN cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE EAAnvikny Greek ME THN MAPOYZA Buffalo Technology Inc AHAONEI OTI AirStation WCR GN gt YMMOPQONETAI NPOX TIX OYTIOAEIZ ANAITHZEI gt KAI TIX AOINES ZXETIKEY AIATA EIZ TH OAHTIAZ 1999 5 EK Francais French Par la pr sente Buffalo Technology Inc d clare que l appareil AirStation WCR GN est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux
70. ot routed by a port translation table are forwarded Note RIP protocol packets UDP port number 520 will not be forwarded 59 Chapter 4 Configuration UPnP Router Mode only The screen to configure UPnP Universal Plug and Play Port Forwarding DMZ UPnP Qos Logout a UPnP Settings UPnP M Enable e 8 Setting up the internet gateway function of UPnP On a PC which Apply supports UPnP WindowsXP etc The AirStation is automatically recognized on the LANas an z Parameter Meaning UPnP Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play UPnP functionality WCR GN User Manual 60 Chapter 4 Configuration QoS Router Mode only The screen to configure the priority control of packets sent to the Internet setup Internet AN Wireless Config Security LAN Config Admin Config Diaonoste Port Forwarding DMZ UPnP QoS QoS for transmission to the Internet Y Enable Upload bandwidth 1000 Kbps Logout A QoS Setting QoS is a technology to use the bandwidth on the network more effectively When two or more pasket arrive at the same time the packet with higher priority is processed first No Enable application name protocol destination port priority This can be used to give priority to communications that require real 1 Fi VoIP UDP ze high v time processing such as VOIP 2 Oo ssh tcp sel 22 medium QoS for transmis
71. played enter the encryption key such as WEP key or pre shared key and click Connect Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to finish configuration WCR GN User Manual 84 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection e Make sure that your AirStation is plugged in e Check that the status LEDs of your AirStation are lit as below POWER Green light is ON WIRELESS Green light is ON or flashing ROUTER Green light is ON or OFF the status varies depending on your environment DIAG OFF e Make sure that your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically Refer to page 96 e Restart your AirStation Cannot access the web based configuration utility e Display the configuration screen by following the procedure on page 23 e Enter the correct user name and password to login to the configuration screen If you are using AirStation in factory default settings enter root in lower case for the user name and leave the password blank enter nothing e Verify that your web browser is not set to use proxies e Make sure that your computer is configured to Obtain an IP Address Automatically page 96 e Restart your AirStation Cannot connect to the network wirelessly Configure your wireless device with the same SSID encryption type and encryption key as used for your AirStation WCR GN User Manual 85 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting The following are
72. r the user name as root and the password box is left empty no password Click OK to complete the login and the option to reset your password will be available on the first page Issue How do forward ports on my wireless router for my gaming console Answer Log in to the router From the home page go to the Internet Game Port Mapping section Enter the port that needs to be forwarded and the IP address of the gaming console Issue How do enable or modify security encryption settings on the wireless router Answer Log in to the wireless router with your browser Go to the Wireless Config tab and then select the Basic tab Buffalo recommends the use of WPA WPA2 mixed for wireless encryption The passphrase key should be at least 8 characters in length Issue How do change my wireless router s broadcasted network name SSID Answer Log in to the wireless router with your browser Go to the Wireless Config tab and then select the Basic tab if necessary Find the settings area called SSID Select the Use check box and enter the name you wish to use for your network in the text field provided Click Apply to save the settings Once the wireless router has rebooted you will need to manually select the new network name for all wireless devices and enter your encryption key if necessary WCR GN User Manual 87 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Issue What can do if my wireless connection drops randomly or seems
73. re shared key to communicate with a wireless device TKIP can be selected only when WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK is selected for Wireless authentication AES AES is more secure than TKIP and faster Use a pre shared key to communicate with a wireless device AES can be selected only when WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK is selected for Wireless authentication TKIP AES mixed mode TKIP AES mixed mode allows both TKIP and AES authentication and communication TKIP AES mixed mode can be selected only when WPA WPA2 mixed mode PSK is selected for Wireless authentication Enter a pre shared key for use with wireless authentication Use 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters case sensitive for a preshared key when you select character type as an input method Enter 64 digits using 0 to 9 and a to f not case sensitive when you select hexadecimal type as an input method 46 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Setup WEP encryption key Rekey interval WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enter an encryption key to encrypt wireless data Use 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters case sensitive for an encryption key when you select character type as the input method Enter 10 or 26 digits using 0 to 9 and a to f not case sensitive when you select hexa decimal type as the input method Set the interval between 0 and 1440 minutes to update a communication encryption key 47 Chapter 4 Configuration Advanced The screen to configure the advanced wireless
74. re used for wireless communication Default value is 2OMHz Extension Channel When 40MHz has been selected under Band Width two channels are used A Control Channel and an Extension Channel The Control Channel is specified by the Wireless Channel setting and the Extension Channel is specified by the Extension Channel l setting s 44 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Wireless Radio Wireless Channel 150Mbps Mode Broadcast SSID SSID1 SSID2 SSID3 SSID4 Separate feature SSID Authentication WCR GN User Manual Meaning Determines whether to allow wireless communication If this is unchecked then no wireless connections will be allowed Sets a channel a range of frequencies used for wireless connections Available range of the channel is 1 11 With Auto Channel selected the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel This parameter is disabled if WDS feature is activated 150 Mbps mode uses twice the normal frequency range 40 MHz instead of 20 MHz In uncongested areas this can increase performance To use 150 Mbps mode set the Bandwidth to 40 MHz and choose an Extension Channel Note If using Auto Channel for the wireless channel then the Extension Channel is set automatically This parameter is disabled if WDS feature is activated If Allow is checked then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless devices by broadcasting its SSID If
75. s is recommended Priority The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets Highest 8 High 4 Normal 2 and Low 1 From the queue these packets are processed in order of priority CWmin CWmax The maximum and minimum value of the contention window The contention window is used in the frame collision avoidance structure performed in IEEE802 11 and generally the smaller the value in the window the higher the probability that the queue obtains the right to send AIFSN The interval to send frames The unit of the AIFSN is a slot just as the window defined by CWmin and CWmax is The smaller the interval of sending frames the faster the algorithm can restart As a result the priority of the queue is higher TXOP Limit The period of time that the queue can use after obtaining the right to send The unit is 32 ms The longer this time the more frames can be sent per right to send However the que may interfere with other packet transmissions If TXOP Limit is set to 0 zero only one frame can be sent per right to send WCR GN User Manual 50 Chapter 4 Configuration MAC Filter The screen to configure the access restrictions from wireless devices STi ecu IERCH Wireless Config Hi a S Oaie Rhett wes Aoss COE Mac Filter Enforce MAC Filtering Enable Logout A Wireless MAC Filtering Wireless connections to the AirStation can be limited to specific client MAC addresses to enhance
76. se Releases the IP address assigned by the DHCP Server e Renew Renews the IP address from the DHCP v WCR GN User Manual 71 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Model AirStation Name Operational Mode Internet Router mode only LAN Wireless WDS Brdige mode only WCR GN User Manual Meaning Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version Displays AirStation Name refer to page 62 Displays the current operational mode of the AirStation Displays the information about the Internet port Displays the information about the LAN port Displays the wireless status Displays the WDS status 72 Chapter 4 Configuration Logs The screen to check log information recorded by the AirStation GLACE kel al ile Telesis a A a e aea Diagnostic System Info Logs Packetinfo Client Monitor Ping A Log M Address Translation IP Filter Bes F i Display log information recorded in Firewall Y PPPoE Client the AirStation Dynamic DNS DHCP Client The oldest information is overwritten by new logs Display log info DHCP Server Maoss M Wireless Client M Authentication Display log info Setting Changes System Boot Select the types of information that A g should be logged by the AirStation NTP Client M Wired Link The default is All The following items can be selected Display Select All Clear All e Address Translation e IP Filter Logs e ayr Teles IP asquerade pa
77. security against unwanted network visitors When enabled only wireless client adapters with registered MAC Registration List MAC Address Connection Status No Registered MAC Addresses Edit Registration List Parameter Enforce MAC Filtering Registration List Edit Registration List MAC Addresses to be Registered List of all clients that are associated with this AirStation WCR GN User Manual addresses will be allowed to connect to the AirStation The wireless MAC filter is ignored while AOSS is in use Enforce MAC Filtering Check Enable to use MAC filtering Then any wireless clients with registered MAC Addresses v Meaning Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly Click this button to add a MAC address of a wireless device to the list of permitted devices Enter a MAC address of a wireless device you permit to connect to the AirStation Click Register to add that MAC address to the list Display the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected to the AirStation 51 Chapter 4 Configuration WDS Bridge Mode only The screen to configure WDS settings which supports communication between Wireless AP Refer to page 17 for setup process Setup LAN Config Wireless Config Admin Config Diaopnostte WPS Aoss Basic 11n g b Advanced 11n g b
78. security information is called Registrar The Airstation has an internal Registrar built in it but can also E use an External pagent v Parameter WPS External Registrar AirStation PIN Enrollee PIN WPS status WCR GN User Manual Meaning Enable to use WPS automatic configuration Enable to accept the external configure requests from other WPS devices Note External configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use Displays the PIN code of the AirStation Clicking Generate PIN will generate a new PIN code This code can be entered into other wireless devices that support WPS Enter the PIN code for the other wireless device and click Ok Displays WPS security information configured or unconfigured will appear depending on the connection status Refer to the online help for more detail 41 Chapter 4 Configuration AOSS The screen to see the detailed settings and status of AOSS Setup lan Cen Wireless Config Security LAN Config Admin Config Diaonoste WPS AOSS EESKIRI UJE COCUGA IKRES KOOIOIWKNIIGUOU MAC Filter Logout A A AOSS AirStation One Touch Secure System AOSS is Buffalo s unique technology for quickly forming a secure wireless connection You can see AOSS s configuration and AOSS Settings Edit AOSS Client Information status from this screen Encryption Type of Excusive SSID for WEP Encryption level expansion function Dedicated WEP SSID
79. sion to the Internet 3 Oo telnet TCP m i 23 medium ze If checked this gives priority to ackets being EE to hei nternet When enabled you will be A fja ftp TCP el 21 lm RB eo add four levels cf increased f FE E Ire F riority for specific applications 5 a TCP WS high xi By default this is disabled G fha i TCP high Uplink Bandwidth p Specify the bandwidth transfered jia TCP J high G en this unit to the Internet in Ir ps 8 Oo TCP e high S The real uplink bandwidth should be entered Ant lf a bandwidth value larger than the teal line speed is entered the Parameter Meaning QoS for transmission to the Internet Upload bandwidth Enable application name protocol WCR GN User Manual Determine whether or not control the priority of packets to send to the Internet Check this box to enable QoS Specify the upstream bandwidth in kbps from the AirStation to the internet side Set the actual value for the upstream bandwidth Enable or disable this entry Enter an application name Names may use up to 32 alpha numerical characters double or single tick marks quotation marks and semicolons Select either TCP or UDP 61 Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning destination port Specify a destination port with the value of 1 65535 If this field is empty a random port is selected priority Select high medium or low If packets do not qualify for class
80. slow Answer There are many environmental factors that may affect this behavior First ensure the issue is not range related by locating the wireless router and the device dropping connection in closer proximity and check whether the connection drops continue In some cases interference from other wireless networks or sources such as 2 4 GHz wireless phones may impact performance To work around this scenario change the wireless channel used by your wireless router Log in to the wireless router with your browser Click on the Wireless Config tab and then the Basic tab The Wireless Channel setting can be selected from channels 1 to 11 If an Auto Channel option is available attempt to use this option to remedy the problem If Auto Channel is unavailable manually select an alternate channel and click Apply Issue Though am able to successfully make a connection with my wireless router I am unable to access the Internet with my web browser Answer First power off the Cable or DSL modem the wireless router and your computer Move the router s mode switch to the on position Verify that the modem is connected to the wireless router with an Ethernet cable to the WAN port Power on the modem and wait one minute Power on the wireless router and wait another minute Power on the computer Open a browser on the computer and navigate to a familiar website to verify whether the Internet connection is functioning normally If after th
81. the factory default settings of the AirStation SSID Printed on the label of the AirStation Encryption Method No Authenticate Encryption Key No Encryption Place your AirStation and wireless devices 2 10 feet apart Restart your AirStation You forgot AirStation s SSID Encryption Key or Password Hold down the RESET button page 99 on your AirStation for 5 seconds to initialize its settings All settings including your password SSID and encryption key will be initialized to their defaults The followings are the factory default settings of the AirStation SSID Printed on the label of the AirStation Encryption Method No Authenticate Encryption Key No Encryption The link speed is slower than 150 Mbps Maximum link speed is only 72Mbps By default the AirStation s 150 Mbps mode is not enabled To enable it use the following procedure 1 Open the configuration screen of your AirStation page 23 2 Click Wireless SSID amp Channel 11n 150Mbps Mode in Easy Setup 3 Change the value in 150 Mbps Mode Band Width to 40 MHz and click Apply If you still cannot connect at 150 Mbps check the settings of your wireless client device Other Tips WCR GN User Manual 86 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Issue reset my wireless router to factory settings and forgot how to log in Answer Open your browser and enter 192 168 11 1 as the browser address and hit Enter You will be prompted to log in Ente
82. tial requirements under article 3 2 of the R amp TTE Directive e EN 301 489 1 V1 8 1 2008 04 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters ERM ElectroMagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 1 Common technical requirements EN 301 489 17 V1 3 2 2008 04 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters ERM ElectroMagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 17 Specific conditions for 2 4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment This device is a 2 4 GHz wideband transmission system transceiver intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies In Italy the end user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and or for supplying public access to telecommunications and or network services This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 2483 5 MHz For detailed information the end user should contact the national spectrum authority in France WCR GN User Manual 101 Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Information C 0560 Cesky Czech Buffalo Technology Inc timto prohlasuje Ze tento AirStation WCR GN je ve sh
83. to continue appears click Continue Select Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 then click Properties Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically then click OK in normal situations If you fix the IP address enter the value as necessary ex Ifthe router s IP address is 192 168 11 1 IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Click OK WCR GN User Manual 192 168 11 80 255 255 255 0 blank blank blank 96 Appendix C TCP IP Settings in Windows Windows Vista To perform the settings for Windows Vista follow the procedure below 1 2 Click Start gt Control Panel Double click Network and Sharing Center Click Manage network connections on the left side menu Right click on Local Area Connection then click Properties When the message Windows needs your permission to continue appears click Continue Select Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 then click Properties Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically then click OK in normal situations If you fix the IP address enter the value as necessary ex Ifthe router s IP address is 192 168 11 1 IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Click Close WC
84. ts Enable Block Ping from Internet Enable Registration List WDS Log Output Basic Rules Log Output Disable Port Forwarding Registration Infor none mation net AirStation Name AP AirStation s MAC Address root fixed IP Filter Information IPv6 Pass Through UPnP Administrator Name Administrator Password WCR GN User Manual 94 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting GMT 00 00 Greenwich Mean Time London Limitation Item Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Disable Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Disable Permit configuration from wired Internet Disable Transfer Logs Router Mode Address Translation IP Filter Firewall PPPoE Cli ent Dynamic DNS DHCP Client DHCP Server AOSS Wireless Client Authentication Setting Changes System Boot NTP Client and Wired Link Bridge Mode IP Filter DHCP Client AOSS Wireless Client Au thentication Setting Changes System Boot NTP Client and Wired Link WCR GN User Manual 95 Appendix C TCP IP Settings in Windows Windows 7 To perform the settings for Windows 7 follow the procedure below 1 2 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet Double click Network and Sharing Center Click Change Adapter Settings on the left side menu Right click on Local Area Connection then click Properties If the message Windows needs your permission
85. ual Meaning Click this tab to display the configuration screen which is related to the administration of the AirStation Click this tab to display the status of the AirStation Enable you to configure the AirStation easily such as an encryption method of the wireless signal or changing a wireless channel Switches router mode and bridge mode Displays the current information where the AirStation is connected on the Internet side Clicking this button to check if the AirStation is connected to the Internet properly Clicking this button to refresh the screen which is currently displayed Displays the current wireless settings Click this button to display the AOSS configuration screen Click this button to display the WPS configuration screen Enable you to select the language you use If Auto is selected the same language displayed on the browser will be selected automatically Log out from the configuration screen of the AirStation If the web configuration screen is not used for 5 minutes it will log out automatically 30 Chapter 4 Configuration Internet LAN LAN Config Internet Router Mode only The screen to configure a port of the Internet side InternetILAN al elt Security LAN Config Admin Config Diaponoste Internet PPPoE DDNS LAN DHCP Lease HAT Route Logout A OYSLE WUT atu SLIBE Perform Easy Setup Internet Perform Easy Setup Internet Connection Wizard louie A
86. y Manual Setup To configure your AirStation manually follow the procedure below 1 Turn off your computer and modem 2 2 disconnect 1 turn off the computer Unplug the LAN cable which connects 2 disconnect your computer and modem computer modem 3 Plug one end of the LAN cable into your modem and the other side to the Internet port of the AirStation Turn on your modem LAN cable 1 connect PN Eo INTERNET port AirStation wireless router rear side WCR GN User Manual 15 Chapter 3 Installation 4 Connect your computer to one of the AirStation s LAN ports with the Ethernet cable Turn on the AirStation wait one minute and then turn on your computer AirStation wireless router rear side LQ 1 connect 1 connect Ethernet cable 2 connect the power supply power outlet 5 Confirm the devices are connected correctly as the below diagram shows computer 6 Wait for a while and then make sure that the AirStation s LEDs are lit as described below POWER Green light is on WIRELESS Green light is on ROUTER Green light is on DIAG Off LAN Green light is on or blinking INTERNET Green light is on or blinking X Refer to page 8 and 10 for LED locations and other details 7 Launch a web browser If the home setup screen is displayed setup is complete If a user name and password screen are displayed enter root
87. y pp Otherwise connect with WPS PIN method Option Expert only Client Manager Y BUFFALO Follow the instructions displayed on the screen After you configure the settings and the Security LED page 8 stops flashing and is lit the AOSS WPS connection is completed WCR GN User Manual 78 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP Client Manager 3 If you are using Windows XP use the included Client Manager 3 software to connect wirelessly with AOSS WPS 1 Right click on the icon displayed in the system tray and select Profile 2 BUFFALO Air Statior Create profile and display priority level Profile Name S When the screen shown at left is displayed click WPS AOSS button Follow the instructions displayed on the screen After you configure the settings and the SECURITY LED on page 8 stops flashing and is lit the AOSS WPS connection is completed Other Devices e g Game Console If you are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS refer to that device s manual to initiate AOSS WPS When instructed hold down the AOSS button page 10 on the AirStation for 1 second After you configure the settings and the SECURITY LED on page 8 stops blinking and is lit the AOSS WPS connection is completed WCR GN User Manual 79 Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Manual Setup You can also connect to the AirStation without installing Client Manager V or Client Manager 3 by using

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