Buffalo AIRSTATION WBR-G54, User Manual

Page 1: ...User Manual wireless broadband router base station g WBR G54 Protected Access Interoperable with TM ...

Page 2: ...8 3 2 Setup Preparation 8 3 3 Setup Overview 8 3 4 Open the Setup Screen 8 3 5 Enter ISP Information 9 3 5 1 DSL Button 9 3 5 2 CATV Button 9 3 5 3 Line Test Tab 10 3 5 4 Security Tab 10 3 5 5 Application Tab 11 ADVANCED SETTINGS 11 4 1 LAN Setting 11 4 1 1 Wireless 11 4 1 2 Wireless Security 12 4 1 3 LAN Port 14 4 1 4 DHCP Server 14 4 1 5 Wireless LAN Computer Limitation 15 4 1 6 WDS 15 4 2 1 WAN...

Page 3: ...tion 22 4 4 5 Client Monitor 22 4 4 6 Ping Test 22 4 4 7 Log Information 22 4 4 8 Syslog Transmitting 23 4 4 9 Save Restore Settings 23 4 4 10 Initialization Reboot 23 4 4 11 Firmware Update 23 4 4 12 Logout 23 SPECIFICATIONS 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 26 GLOSSARY 28 FCC INFORMATION 29 WARRANTY INFORMATION 30 CONTACT INFORMATION 30 ...

Page 4: ... up to 54 Mbps DHCP client server function Auto roaming supports seamless roaming over multiple channels AutoVPN setup for secure communications Packet Filtering for eliminating unwanted communications SOHO SMB routing and firewall functions provide a safer private networking environment including MS NetMeet ing and MSN Messenger Additional Firewall Functions DMZ intrusion detection and notificati...

Page 5: ...te resources which enable the remote employee to handle information from clients or coworkers as if they were in the office IEEE 802 11g technology enables anticipated data intensive ap plications such as high security communication andVoIP Connect the Buffalo AirStation Broadband router AP to a CATV or DSL modem in order to Share broadband access Share files and printers Bridge between multiple n...

Page 6: ...ology USA does not recommend the use of AirNavigator with the WBR G54 or any other Buffalo AirStation G54 product Prior to copying or installing any software please read the Software License Agreement license txt located in the root folder of the CD By installing copying or using the AirStation software you are consenting to the terms of this agreement If you do not agree to all of the terms of th...

Page 7: ...provided Ethernet cable into a LAN port on the AirStation and plug the other end into your computer Ethernet adapter s NIC port If you plan to initially configure the AirStation via a wireless connection not recom mended you may skip this step 4 Power on your cable or DSL modem wait one full minute Power on theAirStation router wait another full minute and then power on the computer which will be ...

Page 8: ...ent Adapter CardBus USB or PCI to associate setup and configure the AirStation and for monitoring the wireless signal between the AirStation and Buffalo client Client Manager is currently not recommended for initial configuration of the AirStation Please refer to the Buffalo website for the latest information and software for the AirStation Advanced settings for security filtering and other featur...

Page 9: ...gnment by ISP The DHCP server of the ISP assigns an IP address automatically Enter IP address manually Enter the IP address given by the ISP PPPoE Connection Enter the PPPoE information provided by the ISP 3 5 2 CATV Button Select the appropriate connection method Automatic IP Assignment by ISP The DHCP server of the ISP assigns an IP address automatically Figure 3 5 Initial Settings Screen Figure...

Page 10: ...Tests the connection to the Internet 3 5 4 Security Tab The Security Tab offers three Simple Security Settings Follow the instruc tions in each screen to enter WEP keys MAC Address Filtering and the degree of firewall security for the AirStation Figure 3 5 3 Line Test Tab Figure 3 5 4 Security Tab Figure 3 5 4a Simple WEP Setup Figure 3 5 4b Simple MAC Address Filter Figure 3 5 4c Simple Security ...

Page 11: ... connect 11g 54M 11b 11M Auto Allows commu nication of 11g and 11b devices Communication speed will drop to 11Mbps when 11b devices are connected Default setting 11b 11M Wi Fi Uses only the IEEE 802 11b 11Mbps WiFi compatible standard ESS ID SSID Allows administrator to alter the ESS ID of the AirStation To communicate with a specific AP only the AP s ESS ID must be entered in the client computer ...

Page 12: ... larger number may conserve energy for the client computer when client power management is enabled but may delay wireless communication The default value of 1 is recommended Note Setting the DTIM period too high can cause detrimental effects to the network and power saving clients may lose their connections entirely Wireless output power Configure output power ofAirStation Decrease wireless output...

Page 13: ...thenticate with the AirStation and then encryption of the data takes place by TKIP or AES The wireless computer s settings must use the same encryption method and key Input Method 8 to 63 characters in ASCII or 64 digits hexadecimal key Example 1 airstation WPA PSK Example 2 0123456789abcdef0123456789abcdef0123456789abcdef0123456789abcdef WPA Group Rekey Interval When TKIP or AES is selected the e...

Page 14: ... must have unique static IP addresses and valid network settings manually entered Check with your LAN administrator for static IP information Assigned IP address Range Assignment Sets the beginning address and range of addresses to be assigned by theAirStation s DHCP server func tion Select up to 253 consecutive addresses nodes The IPs to be excluded from the range specification should be entered ...

Page 15: ...list of all MAC addresses allowed to communicate with the AirStation 4 1 6 Wireless Bridge WDS The Wireless Distribution System supports peer to peer AP communication Wireless Bridge WDS Function Select Enable to allow Bridge WDS mode between AirStations or Disable to block communication between AirStations Wireless Bridge WDS dedicated mode Select Enable to restrict wireless computer communicatio...

Page 16: ...Allows administrator to use PPPoE as specified by the ISP The following parameters should be entered for PPPoE Settings Name of Connection Enter the name of your connection User Name Enter the user name up to 64 alphanumeric characters for PPPoE authorization Password Enter password provided by ISP up to 64 alphanumeric characters Re enter password in the Confirmation box Service Name Enter the PP...

Page 17: ...Do not use Section 4 1 4 leave blank If Auto IP assignment from DHCP Server was selected DNS addresses are assigned automatically provided the DHCP server is set to provide them Port Number for WEB Settings Set a specific port number when remote setup of the AirStation is planned PING from WAN Allows a PING test from WAN side Select Do not respond or Respond 4 3 Network Setting 4 3 1 Routing Setup...

Page 18: ...f WAN or Manual setting For Manual setting enter the IP address used by the WAN computer to connect to the local computer Some network applications online games or streaming software require adding Address Translation tables Protocol WAN All Selects all IP protocols ICMP Network Diagnostic Protocol 1 Manual Specify the protocol number 0 255 TCP UDP Enter port number IP address of LAN Select Manual...

Page 19: ...If administrator selects Packet from LAN is Deny or Reject the administrator will no longer have access to the AirStation configuration screens This function prohibits setup from a wireless computer The AirSta tion can be returned to the factory default settings by holding down the INIT button on the back of the unit for five seconds Protocol Mark and select a specific protocol Select from all pro...

Page 20: ...ender email server address Enter SMTP server address Receiving email server authorization En ter POP3 Server address User name and Password Send test Click Send to test notification Pop up notification Pop up window alert of unwanted activity Client Manager must be on to use this feature not recommended Destination IP address Enter address to be notified Intrusion Detector information displays log...

Page 21: ...AirStation name When using multiple AirSta tions select a unique name to make it easier to identify each AirStation Administrator name root cannot be changed Administrator password Allows the adminis trator to enter an administrator password to restrict access to the setting screens New Password Enter new password Enter up to eight alphanumeric characters case sensitive Confirm Password Reenter th...

Page 22: ...wired depending on the client Note Wired computers that have static IP addresses will not appear in the Client Monitor list 4 4 6 PING Test Performs a PING test from the AirStation to a LAN or WAN address Enter the target IP address and click OK e g 192 168 11 2 OR www buffalotech com 4 4 7 Log Information Display log info level Select Error and or Notify to specify the types of reports to be logg...

Page 23: ...ngs 4 4 10 Initialization Reboot Click Restart to reboot AirStation Click Restore to reset the AirStation to default factory settings Note Resetting to default factory settings will erase all settings and passwords previously entered 4 4 11 Firmware Update Firmware file name Click Choose file to browse the path and filename for new firmware Click Firmware Update to load firmware to the AirStation ...

Page 24: ...ns may impose limitations on the use of wireless communication equipment Networking Characteristics Compatibility IEEE 802 11g and IEEE802 11b Standards for Wireless LANs Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance Host Operating System Microsoft Windows 98SE ME NT4 0 2000 XP Unix Linux and MacOS Media Access Protocol Wired CSMA CD Collision Detection Wireless CSMA CA Collision Avoidan...

Page 25: ...high density materials and obstacles in the signal path Note The range values listed in Table Radio Characteristics are typical distances as measured at Buffalo Technology AirStation laboratories These values are provided for your guidance but may vary according to the actual radio conditions at the location where the AirStation product is installed AirStation IEEE 802 11 Channel Sets The range of...

Page 26: ...Starting A problem in the wired LAN side Red flash 4 times Starting A problem in the wireless LAN side Red flash 5 times Starting A problem with the AirStation B 1 2 LEDs Work But Client PC Cannot Connect to Network If the LEDs indicate that the network is working properly Power LED is on Transmit Receive LED blinks check the TCP IP settings of the network Changing Client TCP IP Settings in Window...

Page 27: ...uble click TCP IP 3 Select Airport 4 Select DHCP or input static IP Address B 1 3 Other Problems Please refer to www buffalotech com for further reference materials or call Buffalo sToll FreeTech Support 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 866 752 6210 B 1 3 Other Problems Please refer to www buffalotech com for further reference materials ...

Page 28: ...sub network ESS ID is user identifica tion used in the ESS LAN configuration Ethernet The most widely used architecture for Local Area Networks LANs It is a shared media network architecture The IEEE 802 3 standard details its function ality Ethernet cable A wire similar to telephone cable that carries signals between Ethernet devices Firmware Programming inserted into programmable read only memor...

Page 29: ...puter that makes files or peripheral de vices available to users of the network and has a resident Network OS SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol The protocol used to define and deliver electronic mail E mail from one location to another SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol An ap plication layer protocol that outlines the formal structure for communication among network devices Static IP Address...

Page 30: ...ny interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation IMPORTANT NOTE FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body This transmitter must not be co locat...

Page 31: ...e period Under no circumstances shall Buffalo Technology Melco Inc be liable in any way to the user for damages including any lost profits lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the Buffalo products In no event shall Buffalo Technology Melco Inc liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct indirect special incidental o...