User Manual for User-friendly Firmware Nfiniti High Power Wireless N Router & Access Point WZR-HP-G300NH www.buffalotech.com 35011575ver.
Contents Chapter 1 Product Overview............................................ 5 Features................................................................................... 5 Air Navigator CD Requirements............................................... 7 300 Mbps High Speed Mode.................................................... 7 Package Contents.................................................................... 7 Hardware Overview..................................................................
PPPoE (Router Mode only)............................................................. 29 DDNS (Router Mode only).............................................................. 32 VPN server (Router Mode Only)..................................................... 34 LAN................................................................................................. 36 DHCP Lease (Router Mode only)................................................... 38 NAT (Router Mode only)......................................
Admin Config............................................................................ 79 Name.............................................................................................. 79 Password........................................................................................ 80 Time/Date....................................................................................... 81 NTP................................................................................................. 82 ECO...........
You forgot AirStation’s SSID, Encryption Key, or Password..... 105 The link speed is slower than 300 Mbps (Maximum link speed is only 150Mbps).......................................................................... 105 Other Tips................................................................................. 106 Appendix A Specifications............................................... 109 Appendix B Default Configuration Settings.................... 111 Appendix C TCP/IP Settings in Windows..............
Chapter 1 Product Overview Installing Your AirStation To install your AirStation, insert the software CD from your package into your computer and follow the directions on the screen. For more infomation about installation, turn to chapter 3 of this manual. Professional or User-friendly? This AirStation wireless router comes with two different firmware packages. You may use either the dd-wrt-based Professional firmware or the simple User-friendly firmware. By default, the Professional firmware is installed.
Chapter 1 Product Overview • • • • • • WEP (128/64 bit) Privacy Separator MAC address access restriction Deny Any Connection/Stealth SSID Password protection for settings Firewall with easy rules Automatic Channel Selection Monitors wireless interference and automatically assigns the clearest, best channel. Roaming You can use multiple AirStations to cover a large area. Wireless clients can automatically switch AirStations for the best signal.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Air Navigator CD Requirements The AirStation wireless router and access point works with most wired and wireless devices. However, the automatic installation program on the CD requires a connected Windows 7, Vista or XP computer to run. If you use the AirStation with a different operating system, you will have to configure your network settings manually from a browser window. 300 Mbps High Speed Mode 300 Mbps is the link speed when using Wireless-N mode.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel LEDs 1 To initiate AOSS, hold down this button until the Security LED flashes (about 1 second). Then, push or click the AOSS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on for this to work. 1 2 3 2 4 Power LED (Green) On: Off: 5 3 6 The AC adapter is connected. The AC adapter is not connected. Security LED (Amber) Indicates security status. Off: AOSS or Encryption is not set.
Chapter 1 Product Overview 6 7 Diag LED (Red) This indicates the status of this 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. Diag LED status Meaning Status 2 blinks *1 Flash ROM error Cannot read or write to the flash memory. 3 blinks *1 Ethernet (wired) LAN error Ethernet LAN controller is malfunctioning.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Back Panel 10 ROUTER ON OFF AUTO 11 Switches router mode between enabled, disabled, and auto. On: Router functionality is enabled (router mode). Off: Router functionality is disabled (bridge/AP mode). Auto: This switches between modes automatically based on whether or not another router is detected on the Internet port. The default setting for this switch is Auto. 10 USB EJECT 12 13 USB LAN 1 11 15 3 12 4 16 USB LED (Blue) On: The USB disk is connected.
Chapter 1 Product Overview 16 Internet Port 17 Internet LED (Green) 10Mbps, 100Mbps, and 1000Mbps connections are supported. Note: I n bridge/AP mode (router switch off ), the Internet port becomes a regular LAN port, for a total of 5 usable LAN ports. On: The Internet port is connected. Flashing: The Internet port is transmitting data. 18 DC Connector Connect the included AC adapter here.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Bottom 13 13 Reset Button To reset all settings, hold down this button until the Diag LED comes on (about 3 seconds). Power must be on. Right Side 14 14 Factory Default Settings WZR-HP-G300NH User Manual Note: The right side of the unit may become hot. Please be careful not to place anything next to it that could be damaged by heat. This sticker shows the AirStation’s SSID, default encryption key, and WPS PIN code.
Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Vertical Placement If the AirStation is to be placed vertically, attach the stand as shown. AOSS ON OFF VIE MO GINE EN 1 2 stand Horizontal Placement The stand is not used if the AirStation is placed horizontally.
Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Wall-Mounting 1 To wall-mount the AirStation, attach the stand to the wall with the two screws (included). FRONT 8.6 cm (~3.4 inches) 2 Snap the center of the AirStation to the stand as shown.
Chapter 3 Installation CD Setup The AirNavigator CD can step you through installing your AirStation. To step through the setup program, insert the CD into your Windows 7/Vista/XP PC and follow the instructions on the screen. If your computer uses a different operating system, use manual setup instead. Manual Setup To configure your AirStation manually, follow the procedure below. 1 Turn off your computer and modem.
Chapter 3 Installation 5 Connect your computer to one of the AirStation’s LAN ports with the LAN cable. Wireless Router ROUTER ON OFF AUTO USB EJECT USB LAN 1 2 2) connect 1) connect 3 OFF 4 LAN cable INTERNET POWER 6 computer Turn on the AirStation, wait one minute, and then turn on your computer.
Chapter 3 Installation Firmware Differences You can choose between two different firmwares for your AirStation. By default, the Professional firmware (DD-WRT) is installed. If you prefer, you may install the User-friendly firmware instead. the two firmwares have slightly different features, as shown in the chart below.
Chapter 3 Installation 3 The procedure for wiring will be displayed. Step through the wizard to connect your AirStation. 4 When this screen is displayed, click [Change Firmware]. 5 If requested, enter the AirStation’s username and password. Note: By default, the Professional firmware doesn’t have a username and a password configured. Set them before you go to the next step.
Chapter 3 Installation 6 When the following screen is displayed, make sure that the firmware file name is displayed, click [Update] or [Update Firmware], and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If the firmware name is not displayed on the screen, click [Browse...] and select the desired firmware. Firmware files are in the root directory on the AirNavigator CD.
Chapter 4 Configuration The web-based configuration tool lets you change advanced settings for the AirStation. Don’t change these settings unless you know what you’re doing. How to Access the Web-Based Configuration Utility To configure the AirStation’s advanced settings manually, log in to the web-based configuration utility as shown below. 1 Launch a web browser. 2 Enter the AirStation’s LAN-side IP address in the address field, and press the [Enter] key.
Chapter 4 Configuration 4 This is the configuration utility, where most AirStation settings can be configured. Help is always displayed on the right side of each screen. Refer to the Help screens for more information on using the configuration utility. Note : This example, like others in this manual, shows the User-friendly firmware. The dd-wrt based Professional firmware is somewhat different. For more information on the Professional firmware, visit dd-wrt’s website at www.dd-wrt.com.
Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Utility Menus in Router Mode The menu structure for the AirStation in router mode is as follows. Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item. Main screen Descriptions Page Internet Configure Internet side port and settings. Page 28 PPPoE PPPoE settings (DSL login). Page 29 DDNS DNS settings. Page 32 VPN Server VPN server settings. Page 33 LAN LAN side port configuration. Page 36 DHCP Lease DHCP lease settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration DMZ Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a LAN side destination. Page 61 UPnP Configure UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). Page 62 QoS Configure priority for packets that require a guaranteed data flow. Page 63 Movie Engine Configure options for the Movie Engine feature. Page 62 Disk Management View the status and configure of attached USB disks. Page 67 Shared Folder Set the USB disk to use as shared folders.
Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration Utility Menus in Bridge Mode The menu structure in bridge mode is as follows. Please refer to the pages listed at right for explanations of each item. Main screen Descriptions Page LAN Configure LAN side ports and devices. Page 36 Route Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route. Page 40 WPS WPS settings and status. Page 41 AOSS AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System) settings and status. Page 42 Basic Configure basic wireless settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration NTP Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to automatically set the AirStation’s internal clock. Page 82 ECO Configure the AirStation’s ECO Mode. Page 83 Access Configure access restrictions to the AirStation’s configuration screens. Page 85 Log Check the AirStation’s logs. Page 86 Save/Restore Save or restore the AirStation’s configuration from a configuration file. Page 87 Initialize/Restart Initialize the AirStation or reboot it.
Chapter 4 Configuration Setup Setup is the home page of the configuration utility. You can verify settings and the status of the AirStation here. Parameter Meaning Internet/LAN (LAN Config) Displays the configuration screen for the Internet port and LAN ports. Wireless Config Click this button to display the configuration screen for wireless settings. Security Click this button to display the configuration screen for security.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning NAS Click this button to display the configuration screen for NAS settings. Admin Config Click this button to display the configuration screen for administration settings. Diagnostic Click this button to display the status of the AirStation. Easy Setup Enables you to easily configure the AirStation’s network settings automatically. Internet Information Displays WAN-side system information for the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Internet/LAN (LAN Config) Internet (Router Mode only) Configure a WAN-side port. Parameter Meaning Method of Acquiring IP Address Specify how the WAN-side IP address is obtained. Default Gateway Configure an IP address for the default gateway. Address of DNS Name Server Specify an IP address for the DNS server. Internet MAC Address Configure the Internet side MAC address. Note: Configuring an improper MAC address may make the AirStation unusable.
Chapter 4 Configuration PPPoE (Router Mode only) Configure PPPoE settings. Parameter Meaning Default PPPoE Connection If you have registered multiple connection destinations in the PPPoE Connection List, connection destinations selected here have priority. You need to configure the route to which PPPoE is connected to if you don’t use the default settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning PPPoE Connection No.*-Add This is displayed when [Edit Connection List] is clicked. Name of Connection Enter the name to identify the connected destination. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols. User Name Enter the user name specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 32 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Password Enter the password specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning PPPoE Connection No. *-Add Keep Alive If Keep Alive is enabled, then the AirStation will issue an LCP echo request once a minute in order to maintain the connection with the PPPoE. If the server does not respond for more than 6 minutes, the line is recognized as disconnected and the AirStation will terminate the connection. [Disabled] is the recommended setting.
Chapter 4 Configuration DDNS (Router Mode only) Configure Dynamic DNS settings. Many settings are only available when the appropriate Dynamic DNS service is enabled. Parameter Meaning Dynamic DNS Service Select a provider (DynDNS or TZO) for Dynamic DNS. User Name Enter the Dynamic DNS user name. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Password Enter the Dynamic DNS password. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning IP Address Update Period Specifies the period to notify the dynamic DNS service provider of the current IP address. For DynDNS, set it between 0 and 35 days. For TZO, set it between 0 and 99 days. If 0 (zero) days is set, no periodic update is performed. Internet Side IP Address The WAN-side IP address of the AirStation’s Internet port. This address is sent to the dynamic DNS service provider.
Chapter 4 Configuration VPN server (Router Mode Only) Configure the VPN server.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Auto Input Click to generate a random IP address. LAN Side IP Address Set a LAN side IP address and subnet mask. DHCP Server Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns IP addresses automatically. DHCP IP Address Pool 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. PPTP Server Enable to use a PPTP server.
Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Configure LAN-side settings. Parameter Meaning LAN Side IP Address By default, the LAN side IP address is 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You may change it here. DHCP Server Function Enable or disable the DHCP server, which assigns LAN-side IP addresses automatically. DHCP IP Address Pool 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.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning DNS Servers Set the DNS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients. * Router Mode only WINS Server * Router Mode only Set the WINS server IP address for the DHCP server to issue to clients. * Router Mode only Set the domain name for the DHCP server to issue to clients. You may enter up to 127 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods. Default Gateway Set the default gateway IP address.
Chapter 4 Configuration DHCP Lease (Router Mode only) Configure DHCP Exceptions. Parameter Meaning IP Address 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. MAC Address Enter the MAC address which identifies the client. Current DHCP Client Information Displays information for current leases.
Chapter 4 Configuration NAT (Router Mode only) Configure network address translation settings. This enables LAN-side devices to communicate with the Internet. 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.
Chapter 4 Configuration Route Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route. 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.
Chapter 4 Configuration Wireless Config WPS WPS Status and Settings. Parameter Meaning WPS Enable to use WPS automatic configuration. External Registrar Enable to accept the external configure requests from other WPS devices. Note: External configure requests will not be accepted if AOSS is in use. AirStation PIN 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.
Chapter 4 Configuration AOSS AOSS Status and Settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Initiates AOSS automatic wireless configuration. Click this, then press or click the AOSS button on your AOSS-compatible wireless client. Repeat for additional AOSS clients. Click this button to disconnect AOSS connections. Note: If AOSS connections are disconnected, the SSID and encryption keys will be restored to their most recent settings before using AOSS.
Chapter 4 Configuration Basic The screen to configure a basic wireless settings. Parameter Meaning Wireless Radio Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, then no wireless connections will be allowed. Wireless Channel Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) used for wireless connections. With Auto Channel selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Broadcast SSID If [Allow] is checked, then the AirStation will respond to SSID searches from wireless devices by broadcasting its SSID. If [Allow] is unchecked, then the AirStation ignores SSID searches from wireless devices. [Use Multi Security function] [Do not use Multi Security function] Clicking [Use Multi Security function] will enable Multi Security, allowing the use of multiple SSIDs, each with different wireless security settings.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Wireless encryption You may use any of the following types of encryption: No encryption Data is transmitted without encryption. Avoid this option since any communication may be intercepted. [No encryption] can be selected only when [No authentication] is selected for Wireless authentication. WEP WEP is a common encryption method supported by most devices. Use an encryption key to communicate with a wireless device.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Set up WEP encryption key A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four different formats. An ASCII passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive). A hexadecimal passphrase may use either 10 or 26 digits using 0 to 9 and a to f (not case-sensitive).
Chapter 4 Configuration Advanced Configure advanced wireless settings. Parameter Meaning Multicast Rate Set the communication speed for multi-cast packets. DTIM Period Set the beacon responding interval (1 -255) for which the AirStation responds to a wireless device. This setting is effective only when power management is enabled for the wireless device. Privacy Separator If enabled, the Privacy Separator blocks communication between wireless devices connected to the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration WMM Set priorities for specific communications.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning WMM-EDCA Parameters You don't usually need to change these settings. Using the default settings is recommended. Priority The following priorities may be applied to individual transmission packets: (Highest) 8, (High) 4, (Normal) 2, and (Low) 1. From the queue, these packets are processed in order of priority. CWmin, CWmax The maximum and minimum value of the contention window.
Chapter 4 Configuration MAC Filter Restrict access to specific wireless devices. Parameter Meaning Enforce MAC Filtering Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses. Registration List Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly. [Edit Registration List] Click to add a wireless device to the list of permitted devices.
Chapter 4 Configuration Multicast Control Configure restrictions on unnecessary multicast packets sent to the wireless LAN port. Parameter Meaning Snooping If enabled, snooping supervises multicast administrative packets such as IGMP and restricts unnecessary multicast transfers to wired or wireless ports. Multicast Aging Time Set the time to hold the data from multicast snooping in the range of 1 to 3600 (seconds). Enter a value bigger than the IGMP/MLD query interval.
Chapter 4 Configuration WDS WDS bridging allows communication between AirStations. Parameter Meaning WDS Check to use WDS bridging. Specify Master/Slave Define this AirStation's role in a WDS bridge. Master This AirStation will the master in a WDS bridge. It will have the Internet connection, and other AirStations in the bridge will be connected through this AirStation. Slave Slave AirStations are connected to the master AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning SSID Configure the Master Airstation's SSID. ［ Search ］ Click to search for other AirStations' SSIDs. Wireless authentication Configure authentication method for the master AirStation Encryption for wireless Choose encryption type for the master AirStation. WPA-PSK (Pre Shared Key) Set the master AirStation's Encryption key. Notes: A master AirStation can communicate with two slaves only.
Chapter 4 Configuration Security (Router Mode only) Firewall (Router Mode only) Configure the AirStation’s firewall. 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 these protocols between the LAN and WAN sides of the router.
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 slow transfer speeds for network applications such as sending mail, using ftp, or browsing. If you have configured transfer of IDENT requests to the LAN side computer in the address translation settings (DMZ or TCP port:113), then that setting has higher priority, and overrides this setting.
Chapter 4 Configuration IP Filter (Router Mode only) Edit IP filters. 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 registered.
Chapter 4 Configuration VPN Pass Through (Router Mode only) Configure IPv6 pass through, PPPoE pass through, and PPTP pass through. 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.
Chapter 4 Configuration LAN Config (QoS) Port Forwarding (Router Mode only) Configure port translation. Parameter Meaning Group Specify a group name for a new rule to belong to. Select [New Group] and enter the new group name in the Group Name field to create a new group. A group name can include up to 16 alphanumeric letters. Internet Side IP Address Enter the Internet side IP address (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning LAN Side IP Address Enter the LAN side IP address (after translation) for the port translation table entry. LAN Side Port Select the LAN side (after translation) port number (1 - 65535) for the port translation table entry. Port Forwarding Registration Information Shows current entries in the port translation table.
Chapter 4 Configuration DMZ (Router Mode only) Configure a destination to transfer communication packets without a LAN side destination to. Parameter Meaning IP Address of DMZ Enter the IP address of the destination to which packets which are not routed by a port translation table are forwarded. Note: RIP protocol packets (UDP port number 520) will not be forwarded.
Chapter 4 Configuration UPnP (Router Mode only) Configure UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). Parameter Meaning UPnP Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) functionality.
Chapter 4 Configuration QoS (Router Mode only) Configure the priority of packets sent to the Internet. Parameter Meaning QoS for transmission to the Internet Determine whether or not to prioritize packets sent to the Internet. Check this box to enable QoS. Upload bandwidth Specify the upstream bandwidth in kbps from the AirStation to the internet side. Set the actual value for the upstream bandwidth. Enable Enable or disable this entry. application name Enter an application name.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning priority Select high, medium or low. If packets do not qualify for classification as a type on the list, then their priority is treated as a level between medium and low.
Chapter 4 Configuration Movie Engine Configure Movie Engine options.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Movie Engine switch status Display the status of the Movie Engine switch. IPv6 Pass Through Set to enable the IPv6 Pass Through. Multicast Rate Select the rate of the Multicast Control. Multicast Control Set the Multicast Control setting to on. TCP Rwin Size Limit Configure TCP packets Rwin size limitation to pass AirStation’s wireless LAN.
Chapter 4 Configuration NAS Disk management View the status of and configure attached USB hard disks. Parameter Meaning Device Displays information for attached USB disks. Disks are removed when [Remove] in the Device column is clicked. Disk Assignment A disk number will be automatically assigned to the disk or you can choose a number. Select a disk number, or select [Do not assign], and then click [Apply] to assign a disk number.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Automatic USB Disk Assignment Check [Use] to automatically select an attached USB hard disk. The entire drive will be used as the shared folder. To configure your disk and share manually, uncheck [Use]. [Use] is selected by default. FAT format file name character code Select the file name character code used for FAT formatting. HDD power-saving function Set the HDD power saving function. HDD stop time Select a time duration after which to stop the HDD.
Chapter 4 Configuration Shared Folder Configure a USB hard disk for use with shared folders.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Shared Folder Name* Enter a name for the shared folder. Up to 18 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used. Shared Folder Description* Enter a description of the shared folder (optional). Up to 75 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used. Disk Partition Area* Displays the partition area, format type, and the capacity of the USB disk.
Chapter 4 Configuration User Management This screen lets you add users to the access list with the ability to access shared folders. Parameter Meaning User Name Enter the name of a user to be given access to the shared folder. Up to 20 alphanumeric characters, space, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used for each user. Up to 16 users may be entered. Password Enter the user’s password. Use of the same password that they use to log into their computer is recommended.
Chapter 4 Configuration Shared Service Assign AirStation and workgroup names to access shared folders. Parameter Meaning Shared Folder Enable to make a USB disk available on your local network. AirStation name Rename your AirStation if desired. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters, space, and hyphens (-), may be used. The AirStation name is also used as the host name that will be used with the shared service.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Shared Service Displays the status of the USB disk that is to be used with the shared service.
Chapter 4 Configuration Web Access The screen to set to use the Web Access function. Parameter Meaning Web Access Check [Enable] to use Web Access. Web Access Display Language Set the language to be used with Web Access. HTTPS/SSL Encryption Check [Enable] to use SSL encryption for protected data transfer. Web Access External Port Automatically sets the external port used for Web access. To select the port manually, select [Manual].
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Web Access Displays the status of web access. External Port Status Display the status of the external port. BuffaloNAS.com Display the status of BuffaloNAS.com.
Chapter 4 Configuration Media Server Media Server settings. Parameter Meaning Media Server Enable to use the media server. Status Displays the status of the media server.
Chapter 4 Configuration BitTorrent Configure the BitTorrent client. Parameter Meaning BitTorrent Function Enable to use the BitTorrent client. If the BitTorrent client is enabled, overall communication performance may decrease and the reactions to setting screens slow down. If that happens, reformat the USB disk with XFS. This may reverse the performance slowdown. External Port Number Select the external port number.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Bandwidth Restriction Set a bandwidth limit for BitTorrent. [Download Manager] Displays the BitTorrent download manager screen. Add a torrent and then click [Add] to download the file(s). [Delete BitTorrent information] Deletes all files, including the torrent files and files which are currently downloading. The downloaded file is not deleted. BitTorrent Status Display the status of the BitTorrent client.
Chapter 4 Configuration Admin Config Name Configure basic AirStation’s settings. Parameter Meaning AirStation Name Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-). List Network Services Enable or disable this item to display the computers and devices on your network with their supported services.
Chapter 4 Configuration Password Configure the password to log in to the AirStation’s configuration screen. Parameter Meaning Administrator Name The Administrator name is used to log in to the AirStation’s configuration utility. This name is fixed as [root]. Administrator Password The password is required to log in. It may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).
Chapter 4 Configuration Time/Date Configure the AirStation’s internal clock. 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. DST(Daylight Saving Time) You may configure the AirStation to use DST(Daylight Saving Time).
Chapter 4 Configuration NTP Configure an NTP server to automatically synchronise the AirStation’s internal clock. Parameter Meaning NTP Functionality Enable to use an NTP server. The default is Enabled. NTP Server 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. The default is [time. nist.gov].
Chapter 4 Configuration ECO Configure Eco mode from this screen.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Schedule feature Enable to schedule Eco mode. Note: If Schedule is enabled, AOSS will only function while the AirStation is in Normal Operating Mode. Weekly schedule Graphically displays the configured schedule. Register schedule Configure operational mode for time periods in the weekly schedule. If User Defined mode is chosen, configure it below. User Define Mode Individual power saving elements may be configured individually for User Defined mode.
Chapter 4 Configuration Access Restrict access to the AirStation’s settings screens. Parameter Meaning Log Output Enabling outputs a log of changes to access settings. Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN If enabled, prevents access to settings screens from wirelessly connected devices (only wired devices may configure). Prohibit configuration from wired LAN If enabled, prevents access to settings screens from wired devices (only wirelessly connected devices may configure).
Chapter 4 Configuration Log Transfer the AirStation’s logs to a syslog server. Parameter Meaning Log Transfer Enable to send logs to a syslog server. Syslog Server Identify the syslog server by host name, host name with domain name, or IP address. You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_). Transfer Logs Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server.
Chapter 4 Configuration Save/Restore Save AirStation settings as a file, and restore from them later. 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 current Administrator Password.
Chapter 4 Configuration Initialize/Restart Initialize or restart the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Restart Click [Restart Now] to restart the AirStation. Initialize Click [Initialize Now] to initialize and restart the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Update Update the AirStation’s firmware. Parameter Meaning Firmware Version Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation. Update method Specify Local File Updates the firmware stored on your computer. Automatic Update (On Line Version Up) Automatically updates the latest firmware that is available online. Firmware File Name WZR-HP-G300NH User Manual Click [Browse...] to specify a firmware file and click [Update Firmware.
Chapter 4 Configuration Diagnostic System Info View system information for the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Parameter Meaning Model Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version. AirStation Name Displays the AirStation Name. Mode Switch Status Displays the status of the mode switch on the back of the AirStation. Operational Mode Displays the current operational mode of the AirStation. Movie Engine Status Displays the current Movie Engine Status. Internet Displays the information about the Internet port. LAN Displays the information about the LAN port.
Chapter 4 Configuration Logs The AirStation’s logs are recorded here. Parameter Meaning Display log info Choose the types of logs to display. Logs Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Packet Info Viewpacket transfer information. 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 packets received from the Internet side of Ethernet, the LAN side of the Ethernet, and the LAN side of the wireless connection.
Chapter 4 Configuration Client Monitor This screen shows devices that are connected to the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Client Monitor Displays information ( MAC address, lease IP address, host name, communication method, wireless authentication and 802.11n) for devices that are connected to the AirStation.
Chapter 4 Configuration Ping A Ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device. Parameter Meaning 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. Note : Examples in this manual show the [User-friendly] firmware. The dd-wrt based Professional firmware is somewhat different.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS) AOSS and WPS are systems which enable you to automatically configure wireless LAN settings. Just pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings. Easily connect to any wireless devices, computers, or game machines which support AOSS or WPS. AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) was developed by Buffalo Technology. WPS was created by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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. 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 3 When the screen at left is displayed, click [Create Profile]. When the message [A Program needs your permission to continue] appears, click [Continue]. 4 Click the [WPS AOSS] button. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Windows XP (Client Manager 3) If you are using Windows XP, use Client Manager 3 to connect wirelessly with AOSS/WPS. 1 Right-click on the icon in the system tray, and select [Profile]. 2 Click the [WPS AOSS] button. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stops flashing and is lit steadily, the connection is complete.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Other Devices (e.g. Game Console) If you are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS, refer to that device’s manual to initiate AOSS/WPS. When instructed, hold down the AOSS button on the AirStation for 1 second. When the Security LED stops blinking and is lit steadily, the connection is complete. Manual Setup You can also connect to the AirStation without installing Client Manager V or Client Manager 3 by using the utility built-in to Windows.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network 3 Enter the encryption key and click [OK]. Windows Vista (WLAN AutoConfig) With Vista, use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation. 1 Right-click on the wireless network icon 2 Click [Connect to a network]. 3 WZR-HP-G300NH User Manual in the system When the screen at left is displayed, select the network to connect to and click [Connect].
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed, click [I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead]. Otherwise, go to step 4.
Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network 4 Enter the encryption key and click [Connect]. Step through the wizard to finish configuration. If the Set Network Location screen is displayed, select [Home], [Work], or [Public location] depending where you’re using the AirStation.
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: If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Configuration is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Configuration, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation. 1 Right-click on the wireless network icon 2 Click [View Available Wireless Networks]. displayed in the system tray.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Cannot connect to the Internet over wired connection. • Make sure that your AirStation is plugged in! • Check that the status LEDs of your AirStation are lit as below: Power Wireless Router Diag LAN Internet Green light is ON Green light is ON or flashing Green light is ON or OFF (depending on your environment) OFF Green light is ON or flashing Green light is ON or flashing • Make sure that your computer is set to [obtain an IP address automatically].
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Cannot connect to the network wirelessly. • Configure your wireless client with the same SSID, encryption type, and encryption key as set on the AirStation. The factory defaults are: SSID - Encryption Type Encryption Key - The AirStation’s MAC address (printed on the label) WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK (Connect with either WPA-PSK TKIP or WPA2-PSK AES). Printed on the label of the AirStation (if not, the AirStation is not encrypted in the default configuration.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Other Tips Issue: I reset my wireless router to factory settings and forgot how to log in to the configuration utility. Answer: Open your browser and enter 192.168.11.1 in the address bar. Hit the Enter key. You will be prompted to log in. Enter “root” for the username and leave the the password box empty (no password). Click [OK] to complete the login and the option to reset your password will be available on the first page.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting 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. Issue: What can I do if my wireless connection drops randomly or seems slow? Answer: There are many environmental factors that may cause this.
Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Where can I download the latest drivers, firmware and instructions for my Buffalo wireless products? Answer: The latest drivers and firmware are available online at www.buffalotech.
Appendix A Specifications Wireless LAN Interface Standard Compliance IEEE802.11b / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11n Transmission Method Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO 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 BW (LongGI) 130, 117, 104, 78, 52, 39, 26, 13Mbps (2 stream) 65, 58.5, 52, 39, 26, 19.5, 13, 6.5Mbps (1 stream) (ShortGI) 130, 115.5, 86.6, 57.7, 43.3, 28.8, 14.
Appendix A Specifications Compliance 5.0 V 500 mA (Max. 1000 mA) Other Power Supply External AC 100-240 V Universal, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption About 14.0 W (Max) Dimensions 165 mm x 158 mm x 30 mm (6.5” x 6.2” x 1.2”) Weight 338 g (12 oz.
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Internet Method of Acquiring IP Address Perform Easy Setup (Internet Connection Wizard) (Router Mode only) Default Gateway none Address of DNS Name Server none Internet MAC Address Use Default MAC Address MTU Size of Internet Port 1500 Bytes PPPoE Default PPPoE Connection No Active Session (Router Mode only) IP Unnumbered PPPoE Connection No Active Session PPPoE Connection List none Preferred Connections non
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting LAN LAN Side IP Address Router Mode (Router Switch AUTO/ON): 192.168.11.1 (255.255.255.0) Bridge Mode (Router Switch OFF): 192.168.11.100 (255.255.255.0) Bridge Mode (Router Switch AUTO): Obtain automatically from DHCP Server DHCP Server Function Enabled (Router Mode only) DHCP IP Address Pool 192.168.11.
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting WPS WPS Enabled External Registrar Enabled AirStation PIN An 8-digit random value (Printed on the label of the AirStation) WPS Security Information WPS status: configured SSID: AirStation's MAC Address Security: WPA/WPA2 mixedmode - PSK TKIP/AES mixedmode Encryption key: A 13-digit random value or disabled. (Printed on the label of the AirStation if enabled.
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter WMM WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BK (Low) ) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BE (Normal) ) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_VI (High) ) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_VO (Highest) ) MAC Filter Default Setting For AP For STA CWmin 15 15 CWmax 1023 1023 AIFSN 7 7 TXOP Limit 0 0 Admission Control ----- Disabled For AP For STA CWmin 15 15 CWmax 63 1023 AIFSN 3 3 TXOP Limit 0 0 Admission Control ----- Disa
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting IP Filter Log Output Disabled (Router Mode only) IP Filter Information none VPN Pass Through IPv6 Pass Through Disabled PPPoE Pass Through Disabled PPTP Pass Through Enabled Port Forwarding Registration Information none (Router Mode only) DMZ IP Address of DMZ none UPnP Enabled QoS for transmission to the Internet Disabled (Router Mode only) Movie Engine Movie Engine switch status OFF IPv6 Pass Through
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting Shared Service Shared Folder Enabled AirStation Name AP + AirStation’s MAC Address AirStation Description None Workgroup Name WORKGROUP Windows Client Language North America (CP437) Shared Service None Web Access Disabled Web Access Display Language English HTTPS/SSL Encryption Disabled Web Access External Port Auto (Port Number:9000) DNS Service Host Name Use BuffaloNAS.
Appendix B Default Configuration Settings Feature Parameter Default Setting ECO schedule Feature Disabled Register schedule Operational Mode: Normal Start time: 0:00 End time: 0:30 The day of week: none LED: Off Wired LAN: ECO (Slow operation) Wireless LAN: Off User Define Mode Access Log Log Output Disable Limitation Item Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Disabled Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Disabled Permit configuration from wired Internet Disabled Log Transfe
Appendix C TCP/IP Settings in Windows Windows 7 To configure TCP/IP in Windows 7, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Start] > [Control Panel] > [Network and Internet]. 2 Double click [Network and Sharing Center]. 3 Click [Change Adapter Settings] on the left side menu. 4 Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties]. 5 If the message “Windows needs your permission to continue” appears, click [Continue].
Appendix C TCP/IP Settings in Windows Windows Vista To configure TCP/IP in Windows Vista, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel]. 2 Double click [Network and Sharing Center]. 3 Click [Manage network connections] on the left side menu. 4 Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties]. 5 When the message “Windows needs your permission to continue” appears, click [Continue].
Appendix C TCP/IP Settings in Windows Windows XP To configure TCP/IP in Windows XP, follow the procedure below. 1 Click [Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel]. 2 Double click [Network]. 3 Right click on [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties]. 4 Select [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)], then click [Properties]. 5 6 Select [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically], and then click [OK]. Click [Close].
Appendix D Restoring the Default Configuration With the AirStation powered on, hold down this button for 3 seconds to return it to factory default settings.
Appendix E Shared Folders and the USB Port There are several restrictions on using the AirStation’s USB port: • Bus-powered hard drives are not supported. Always use the hard drive’s AC adapter. • When using two-byte characters (such as Japanese), keep folder and file names within 80 characters (160 bytes). You may not be able to copy a folder or a file whose name length is more than 80 characters. • The AirStation doesn’t support hidden or read-only attributes for files and folders.
Appendix E Technical Detail of the USB port • The web-based configuration interface shows the size of hard drives in gigabytes (1,000,000,000 bytes); Windows drive properties shows hard drive sizes in gibibytes (1,073,741,824 bytes). The Windows value will be a smaller number. • If you have logged in using a “guest” account from Windows 7, Vista, XP or 2000, access restrictions may not work properly. A “guest” account already exists on the AirStation by factory default.
Appendix F 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, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Industry Canada statement: This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Important Note - Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Transmitting Systems. 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.
Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Ελληνική[Greek] ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Buffalo Technology Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ AirStation WZR-HP-G300NH ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ. Français[French] Par la présente Buffalo Technology Inc. déclare que l’appareil AirStation WZR-HP-G300NH est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/ CE. Italiano[Italian] Con la presente Buffalo Technology Inc.
Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information Slovensko[Slovenian] Buffalo Technology Inc. izjavlja, da je ta AirStation WZR-HP-G300NH v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Slovensky[Slovak] Buffalo Technology Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že AirStation WZR-HP-G300NH spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. Suomi[Finnish] Buffalo Technology Inc.
Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information 來自台灣 NCC 的警告 第十二條： 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加 大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條： 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停 用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低 功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 이 기기는 가정용으로 전자파적합등록을 한 기기로서 주거지역에서는 물론 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.
Appendix G Environmental Information • The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. • The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. • In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
Appendix H GPL Information The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp/ .
Appendix I 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 operating 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.
