350 East Plumeria DriveSan Jose, CA 95134USAAugust 2012202-11000-01v1.0Easy, Reliable & Secure N150 WiFi Router (N150R)User Manual
Hardware Setup10N150 WiFi Router (N150R)LabelThe label on the bottom of the router shows the preset WiFi network name and password, login information,
1122. Getting StartedThis chapter contains the following sections:• Router Setup Preparation • Log In to the Router • Home Screen (Dashboard) • EZ S
Getting Started12N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Router Setup PreparationYou can set up your router with the Setup Wizard as described in EZ Setup Wizard on p
Getting Started13N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Log In to the Router Log in to the router to view or change settings or to set up the router.1. Type http://
Getting Started14N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Unsuccessful Login Do the following if you do not see the login prompt:1. Check the LEDs on the front of rou
Getting Started15N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Home Screen (Dashboard)The router interface lets you view or change the router settings. The left column has
Getting Started16N150 WiFi Router (N150R)EZ Setup WizardYou can log in to the router and use EZ Setup to set up your Internet connection. To use the
Getting Started17N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Join Your Wireless NetworkChoose either the WPS method or the manual method to join your wireless network.WPS
Getting Started18N150 WiFi Router (N150R)2. Look for your network and select it. The unique WiFi network name (SSID) and password is on the router lab
1933. Router SetupThis chapter contains the following sections:• Internet Setup (Basic Settings) • Preset Security • WiFi Security Basics • WiFi Set
2N150 WiFi Router (N150R) TrademarksBrand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subjec
Router Setup20N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Internet Setup (Basic Settings)The Basic Settings screen displays when you select No. I want to configure the Ro
Router Setup21N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Account Name (If required). Enter the account name that your ISP provided. This might also be called the host na
Router Setup22N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Preset SecurityThe router comes with preset security. This means that the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and the WiFi
Router Setup23N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Restrict Access by MAC AddressYou can enhance your network security by allowing access to only specific PCs base
Router Setup24N150 WiFi Router (N150R)• The security option on each wireless device in the network must match the router. For example, if you select a
Router Setup25N150 WiFi Router (N150R)• Name (SSID). The SSID is also known as the wireless network name. Enter a 32-character (maximum) name in this
Router Setup26N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Select Setup > Internet Port to view the following screen:The following information is displayed:• Disable Po
Router Setup27N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Default DMZ ServerThe default DMZ server feature is helpful when you are using some online games and videoconfer
Router Setup28N150 WiFi Router (N150R)- MSN portal- America Online’s DSL service• You use VPN and have severe performance problems.• You used a progra
Router Setup29N150 WiFi Router (N150R)LAN PortsThe LAN Ports screen allows configuration of LAN IP services such as Dynamic Host Configuration Protoco
3ContentsChapter 1 Hardware SetupUnpack Your Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Position Yo
Router Setup30N150 WiFi Router (N150R)• IP Subnet Mask. The LAN subnet mask of the router. Combined with the IP address, the IP subnet mask allows a d
Router Setup31N150 WiFi Router (N150R)192.168.1.2 and 192.168.1.254, although you might want to save part of the range for devices with fixed addresse
Router Setup32N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Quality of Service (QoS) SetupQoS is an advanced feature that can be used to prioritize some types of traffic ah
Router Setup33N150 WiFi Router (N150R)2. Click the Setup QoS Rule button to see the existing priority rules. You can edit or delete a rule by selectin
Router Setup34N150 WiFi Router (N150R)b. In the Connection Type list, select either TCP, UDP, or both (TCP/UDP). Specify the port number or range of
Router Setup35N150 WiFi Router (N150R)5. From the Priority list, select the priority for Internet access for this device’s traffic relative to other a
3644. Security SettingsThis chapter contains the following sections:• Firewall Rules to Control Network Access • Set Up Site Blocking • Set Up Servi
Security Settings37N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Firewall Rules to Control Network AccessYour router has a firewall that blocks unauthorized access to your
Security Settings38N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Set Up Site BlockingUse keyword blocking to prevent certain types of HTTP traffic from accessing your netwo
Security Settings39N150 WiFi Router (N150R) To specify a trusted computer:1. In the Trusted IP Address field, enter the IP address.Click Apply to sav
4N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Use the Router as a DHCP Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Address Reservation . . . . . . .
Security Settings40N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Set the Time ZoneThe router uses the Network Time Protocol (NTP) to obtain the current time and date from o
Security Settings41N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Schedule ServicesIf you enabled service blocking in the Block Services screen or port forwarding in the Por
Security Settings42N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Set Up Email AlertsTo receive logs and alerts by email, provide your email information in the E-mail screen
Security Settings43N150 WiFi Router (N150R)- Time. This setting specifies the time of day to send the log. This is relevant when the log is sent daily
Security Settings44N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Destination port number. 80, which is the standard port number for a web server process.3. Your router crea
Security Settings45N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Port Triggering to Open Incoming PortsIn the preceding example, requests are sent to a remote computer by y
Security Settings46N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Note: Only one computer at a time can use the triggered application.Port Forwarding to Permit External Host
Security Settings47N150 WiFi Router (N150R)To configure port forwarding, you need to know which inbound ports the application needs. You usually can d
Security Settings48N150 WiFi Router (N150R)1. Select Advanced > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering to display the following screen:Port Forwarding is
Security Settings49N150 WiFi Router (N150R)6. In the Starting Port field, enter the beginning port number. • If the application uses a single port
5N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Chapter 6 Advanced SettingsAdvanced WiFi Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security Settings50N150 WiFi Router (N150R)the specified incoming port or ports, and forwards incoming traffic on the triggered ports to the triggerin
Security Settings51N150 WiFi Router (N150R)5. This value controls the inactivity timer for the designated inbound ports. The inbound ports close when
5255. Network ManagementThis chapter contains the following sections:• Upgrade the Firmware • Manually Check for Firmware Upgrades • Backup Settings
Network Management53N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Upgrade the FirmwareThe router firmware (routing software) is stored in flash memory. By default, when you
Network Management54N150 WiFi Router (N150R)2. Clear the Check for new version upon login check box.Manually Check for Firmware UpgradesYou can use th
Network Management55N150 WiFi Router (N150R)4. Log in to your router and select Management > Upgrade Firmware.5. Click Browse, and locate the firmw
Network Management56N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Change PasswordFor security reasons, the router has its own user name and password that default to admin a
Network Management57N150 WiFi Router (N150R)3. Click Apply to save your changes.When you use your browser to access the router, the login window displ
Network Management58N150 WiFi Router (N150R)DHCP server. If Off, the router does not assign IP addresses to PCs on the LAN. If On, the router does ass
Network Management59N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Connection StatusIn the Router Status screen, click the Connection Status button:• Connection Time. The ti
611. Hardware SetupGetting to know your routerThis chapter explains how to set up your hardware. If you have already set up your N150R router, you c
Network Management60N150 WiFi Router (N150R)LogsThe router logs security-related events such as denied incoming service requests, hacker probes, and a
6166. Advanced SettingsThis chapter describes the advanced features of your router. The information is for readers with advanced networking knowledg
Advanced Settings62N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Advanced WiFi SettingsSelect Advanced > WiFi Settings to display the following screen:The following sett
Advanced Settings63N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Restrict Wireless Access by MAC AddressYou can set up a list of computers and wireless devices that are all
Advanced Settings64N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Tip: You can copy and paste the MAC addresses from the Attached Devices screen into the MAC Address field o
Advanced Settings65N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Note: If you use the wireless repeating function, you need to select either WEP or None as a security optio
Advanced Settings66N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Disable Wireless Client Association. If your router is the repeater, selecting this check box means that wi
Advanced Settings67N150 WiFi Router (N150R)2. Select Advanced > WiFi Repeating to display the Wireless Repeating Function screen.3. In the Wireless
Advanced Settings68N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Dynamic DNSIf your Internet service provider (ISP) gave you a permanently assigned IP address, you can regi
Advanced Settings69N150 WiFi Router (N150R)For example, the wildcard feature causes *.yourhost.dyndns.org to be aliased to the same IP address as your
Hardware Setup7N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Unpack Your RouterOpen the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide.Ethernet cableN150R WiFi R
Advanced Settings70N150 WiFi Router (N150R)3. Select the Private check box if you want to limit access to the LAN only. If Private is selected, the st
Advanced Settings71N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Note: For enhanced security, restrict access to as few external IP addresses as practical.• To allow access
Advanced Settings72N150 WiFi Router (N150R) To turn on Universal Plug and Play:1. Select Advanced > UPnP. The UPnP screen displays. 2. The availab
7377. TroubleshootingThis chapter provides information about troubleshooting your N150 WiFi Router (N150R). After each problem description, instruct
Troubleshooting74N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Quick TipsThis section describes tips for troubleshooting some common problemsSequence to Restart Your Networ
Troubleshooting75N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Troubleshooting with the LEDsAfter you turn on power to the router, the following sequence of events should o
Troubleshooting76N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Cannot Log In to the RouterIf you are unable to log in to the router from a computer on your local network, c
Troubleshooting77N150 WiFi Router (N150R)If your router cannot obtain an IP address from the ISP, you might need to force your cable or DSL modem to r
Troubleshooting78N150 WiFi Router (N150R)2. Select Management > Router Status.3. Click Connection Status. If all of the steps indicate OK, then you
Troubleshooting79N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Wireless ConnectivityIf you are having trouble connecting wirelessly to the router, try to isolate the proble
Hardware Setup8N150 WiFi Router (N150R)• Away from electrical devices that are potential sources of interference. Equipment that might cause inter
Troubleshooting80N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping UtilityMost network devices and routers contain a ping utility that
Troubleshooting81N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote DeviceAfter verifying that the LAN path works correctly, test th
82AA. Supplemental InformationThis appendix covers the following topics: • Default Factory Settings • Technical Specifications
Supplemental Information83N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Default Factory SettingsTable 1. N150R Router Default Factory Settings Feature Default SettingRoute
Supplemental Information84N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Technical SpecificationsTable 2. N150R Router Technical Specifications Feature DescriptionData and
85BB. Notification of ComplianceWireless Routers, Gateways, APsRegulatory Compliance InformationNote: This section includes user requirements for op
86N150 WiFi Router (N150R)Español [Spanish]Por medio de la presente On Networks Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cu
87N150 WiFi Router (N150R)This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA count
88N150 WiFi Router (N150R)• For product available in the USA market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.•
89IndexAaccessremote 70access controlturning on 64access points 64accessing remote computer 43addingcustom service 48priority rules 33address reservat
Table 1. Front panel LED descriptions LED DescriptionPower/Check• Solid green.Power is supplied to the router.• Blinking green. The router is star
90N300 WiFi Router (N300R)firewallsinbound rules 37firmware, upgrading 53at log in 13automatic check 53manually 54fragmentation length 62fragmented da
91N300 WiFi Router (N300R)portsfiltering 37forwarding 37ports,listed, back panel 9positioning the router 7Power LED, troubleshooting and 75PPPoE (PPP
92N300 WiFi Router (N300R)wireless radio 62wireless region 25wireless repeating 64, 65base station 66repeater unit 67wireless security 22wireless secu
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