AirStation WHR-1166D User Manual www.buffalotech.
Contents Chapter 1 - Setup................................................................7 Introduction..........................................................................................7 Diagrams and Layout............................................................................7 Front Panel.......................................................................................................7 Back Panel.............................................................................................
LAN..................................................................................................................24 DHCP Lease....................................................................................................25 Routing...........................................................................................................25 2.4 GHz/5 GHz................................................................................................26 WPS...............................................
Chapter 3 - Wireless..........................................................49 Wireless Options.................................................................................49 Advanced Wireless Configuration.....................................................50 Manual Configuration (SSID and Password)................................................50 Automatic Secure Setup (WPS).....................................................................50 Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS)........................
Technical Specifications.....................................................................63 GPL Information..................................................................................64 Appendix B - Tutorials......................................................65 Configuring the AirStation for Optimal Performance and Security....65 Performance...................................................................................................65 Security.............................................
Connecting Wireless Devices Using AOSS.........................................75 Pushbutton Method......................................................................................75 Using AirStations with 2Wire Residential Gateways........................75 How to Use QoS...................................................................................76 Setting a QoS Priority Policy.........................................................................76 How to Configure TCP/IP..................
Chapter 1 - Setup Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Buffalo AirStation. The WHR-1166D AirStation is a dual-band wireless router with outstanding performance and range. It combines high data transfer speeds with a robust set of extra features like QoS, guest accouts, eco mode, and web filtering. This manual will help you set up and use your new wireless router. For advanced users, use a wired Ethernet connection to access the AirStation’s settings: • Default LAN-side IP address: 192.168.11.
1 2 AOSS button To initiate AOSS, hold down this button until the wireless LED flashes (about 3 second). Then, push or click the AOSS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on. Power/Diag LED (Green or Amber) On (Green): Power is on. Blinking (Green): Booting. Off: Power is off. 2 blinks (Amber)**: Flash ROM error. 3 blinks (Amber)**: Wired LAN error. 4 blinks (Amber)**: Wireless LAN error. 5 blinks (Amber)***: IP address setting error.
Off: Mode switch is in the “Bridge” position. Back Panel 1 2 3 Mode Switch This switch changes between router mode and bridge (access point) mode. Auto mode will enable or disable router functionality automatically. LAN Port Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps connections Internet Port 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps connections are supported.
Bottom 1 Setup Card Slot This is the slot where the AirStation setup card is stored. The initial settings for the username, password, SSID, and encryption type are provided on the card. How to Set Up AirStation for the First Time Connect to a PC and Power On To configure your AirStation, follow the procedure below. 1 Verify that you can connect to the Internet without the AirStation, then turn off your modem and computer. 2 Unplug the LAN cable which connects your computer and modem.
3 4 Confirm that the mode switch is in the “Auto” position. Plug one end of the LAN cable into your modem and the other end to the AirStation’s Internet (WAN) port. Turn on the modem. Turn on the AirStation and wait one minute.
5 6 7 If using a wired LAN, connect the AirStation LAN port and computer using a LAN cable. If using a wireless LAN, connect the computer to the wireless LAN as described in Chapter 3. Once your computer has booted, the AirStation’s LEDs should be lit as described below: Power/Diag: Lit green. Wireless: Lit green. Router: Lit green. Launch a web browser. If the home screen is displayed, setup is complete.
Opening Settings To configure the AirStation, log in to Settings 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. Notes: • The AirStation’s default LAN-side IP address depends on the mode. • In router mode: 192.168.11.1 • In bridge (access point) mode: 192.168.11.100 • In wireless bridge mode: 192.168.11.
4 This is the home page of Settings, where most AirStation settings can be configured. Connect Your Wireless Devices For each wireless device that you want to connect to the network, use the device’s built-in software to search for available networks. Find your SSID (the name of your wireless network) on the list of detected networks and select it. Enter the passphrase for the network and you’ll be connected. Repeat for any additional wireless client devices that you want to connect.
Chapter 2 - Settings Settings is the configuration GUI for the AirStation. You can configure all settings for the AirStation from here. Easy Admin Home When you first open Settings, the Easy Admin page is shown. From this page you can easily configure common settings. The examples below assume the AirStation is in router mode. Wireless AOSS/WPS Guest Accounts Web Filtering Network Devices Advanced Settings Displays current wireless status. Click the panel to configure wireless settings.
Wireless Configure basic wireless settings here. 2.4 GHz (11n/g/b) 5 GHz (11ac/n/a) SSID 1 Encryption Encryption Key Channel Bandwidth You may enable or disable either wireless frequency range independently. If both wireless radios are disabled, the AirStation will not communicate wirelessly. Each SSID may contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The following types of encryption are available: WPA2-PSK AES WPA2 authentication with AES encryption is the best system available.
AOSS/WPS The following window appears when you click the panel. Click OK to start AOSS/WPS. Guest Accounts Configure guest account settings here. SSID Encryption Permitted Access Time The SSID for the guest accounts may contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Select an encryption mode for the guest accounts. This is the amount of time that guests will be permitted to access the Internet.
Web Filtering Configure web filtering. This is available in router mode only. Block Malicious Sites Block Malicious and Adult Sites Block Malicious, Adult, and Other Non-Family Friendly Sites No Filters I agree to Norton’s Terms of Service Blocks malware, phishing, and scam sites. Blocks malware, phishing, and sites that contain sexually explicit content.
Network Devices Check the status of each device connected to the network. This is available in router mode only. Displays the IP address of each device connected to this product. Displays the devices connected to the AirStation. Click the appropriate icon to open each device’s settings. Click the icon to send a Wake-on-LAN packet to the device.
Advanced Settings Internet Configure the WAN-side port (Internet port) here. Internet - Internet (Router Mode Only) Method of Acquiring IP Address Default Gateway DNS Name Server Address Internet MAC Address MTU Size of Internet Port Specify how the WAN-side IP address is obtained. Configure an IP address for the default gateway. Specify IP addresses for the DNS server. You may use the default MAC address or specify one manually.
PPPoE Configure PPPoE settings here. Internet - PPPoE (Router Mode Only) Default PPPoE Connection IP Unnumbered PPPoE Connection PPPoE Connection List Edit Connection List If you have registered multiple connection destinations in the PPPoE Connection List, connection destinations selected here have priority. Select the destination from the PPPoE Connection List to be used when Use IP Unnumbered is chosen as the method of acquiring IP address. Edit PPPoE destination. You can register up to 5 sessions.
PPPoE Connection Preferred Connections Edit Preferred Connections Preferred PPPoE Connection 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. Username Enter the username specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Password Enter the password specified by your ISP for PPPoE certification.
Dynamic DNS Configure dynamic DNS settings here. Many settings are only available when the appropriate dynamic DNS service is enabled. Internet - Dynamic DNS (Router Mode Only) Dynamic DNS Service Username Password Hostname Email Address TZO Key Domain Name IP Address Update Period Internet-side IP Address Domain Name Status Select a supported dynamic DNS provider (DynDNS or TZO). Enter the dynamic DNS username. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Enter the dynamic DNS password.
NAT Configure network address translation settings here. This enables LAN-side devices to communicate with the Internet. Internet - NAT (Router Mode Only) Address Translation Enable to use network address translation. LAN Configure LAN-side and DHCP server settings. LAN - LAN LAN-side IP Address DHCP Server DHCP IP Address Pool LAN-side IP Address (For IP Unnumbered) Advanced Settings Lease Period Default Gateway DNS Servers WINS Server Domain Name By default, the LAN-side IP address is 192.168.11.
DHCP Lease Configure DHCP exceptions here. LAN - DHCP Lease (Router Mode Only) Current DHCP Clients Displays information for current leases. An IP address which is leased automatically can be changed to manual leasing by clicking Add Client. Routing Configure the AirStation’s IP communication route here. LAN - Routing Routing Manual entries will appear here after being added.
2.4 GHz/5 GHz Configure basic wireless settings from here. Wireless - 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wireless Determines whether to allow wireless communication. If this is unchecked, no wireless connections will be allowed.
Wireless Channel High-Speed Mode Broadcast SSID SSID 1 SSID 2 SSID Isolation Wireless Authentication Encrypt Wireless Data WPA-PSK (Pre-shared Key) Key Renewal Interval WEP Encryption Key Settings Multicast Rate DTIM Period Sets a channel (a range of frequencies) for wireless connections. With Auto Channel selected, the AirStation will automatically use the best available channel. Configure the bandwidth for wireless communication. To increase communication rate, set the bandwidth to 80 or 40 MHz.
Wireless Client Isolation Output Power (5 GHz Only) WMM Settings WMM-EDCA Parameters If enabled, the wireless client isolation 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. This sets the output of the wireless signal.
WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) enables users to easily configure wireless networks and add new devices. Wireless - WPS WPS External Registrar AirStation PIN WPS PIN WPS Status Enable to use WPS automatic configuration. Enable to accept configure requests from other WPS devices. Note: 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.
Wireless - AOSS Exclusive SSID for WEP You may allow a separate SSID specifically for WEP connections. If Stop is selected, then clients will not be able to connect with WEP.
Allow WEP for Game Consoles Only AOSS Button on the AirStation Unit Current Security Information Random KEY Base Reset AOSS Client Information This allows game consoles that only support WEP to connect to the network. If Enable is unchecked, only WPS runs when you press the button. Displays the encryption type, SSID, and encryption key configured by AOSS. Click to enter random values for SSID, encryption key, and other settings.
MAC Filtering Restrict access to specific wireless devices here. Wireless - MAC Filtering Enforce MAC Filtering Registration List Edit Registration List Enter MAC Addresses Connected Client’s List Enable to restrict wireless connections to devices with registered MAC addresses. Displays the MAC addresses of registered devices which are permitted to connect wirelessly. Adds a wireless device to the list of permitted devices. Enter a MAC address of a wireless device to permit to connect to the AirStation.
Guest Accounts Configure the AirStation’s guest accounts here. Wireless - Guest Accounts Guest Accounts Guest User Authentication Guest Account LAN IP Address Guest Account DHCP Server Permitted Access Time SSID Wireless Authentication Wireless Encryption WPA-PSK (Pre-shared Key) Edit Guests Username Password Enable or disable the guest accounts. This sets whether authentication is performed for guest users. This sets the LAN-side IP address for the guest accounts.
WB Configure WB (wireless bridge) here. This function is only available when the AirStation is in bridge mode. Wireless - WB WB Connection Type Connection Status SSID Search Authentication Encryption If enabled, the AirStation can connect to the wireless master. Disabled by default. Select the connection method to connect to the master. You may use AOSS or WPS to connect push-button style, or specify an SSID to configure manually. Displays the connection status with the master.
Firewall Configure the AirStation’s firewall here. Security - Firewall (Router Mode Only) Basic Rules Enable to use any of the quick filters. Preconfigured quick filters include: Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS routing Enabling this blocks communication using these protocols from the WAN side to the LAN side or from the LAN side to the Internet.
IP Filter Create and edit IP filters here. Security - IP Filter (Router Mode Only) Action Direction IP Address Protocol IP Filter Specify how to process target packets. Specify the transmission direction of target packets. Specify the sender’s IP address and receiver’s IP address of the target packets. Select a protocol for target transmission packet. Display the list of IP filters which have been registered. VPN Passthrough Configure IPv6 passthrough, PPPoE passthrough, and PPTP passthrough here.
Port Forwarding Configure port translation here. Security - Port Forwarding (Router Mode Only) Group Internet-side IP Address Protocol LAN-side IP Address LAN-side Port Forwarded Ports 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 characters. Enter the Internet-side IP address (before translation) for the port translation table entry.
DMZ Configure a destination for packets that don’t have a LAN-side destination. Security - DMZ (Router Mode Only) Add IP Address to DMZ Enter the IP address of the destination for packets not routed by port translation table to be forwarded. Note: RIP protocol packets (UDP port number 520) will not be forwarded. UPnP Configure UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) here. Security - UPnP (Router Mode Only) UPnP Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play.
Web Filtering Security - Web Filtering (Router Mode Only) Norton ConnectSafe must be activated by the customer. Use of Norton ConnectSafe is subject to the terms of service found at https://dns.norton.com/dnsweb/terms.do . Filter Level Websites Excluded from Filter Computers Excluded from Filter Select the filter level. Specify a list of websites that will be unaffected by the web filter. Click Add and enter any website (up to 20 are allowed). You can edit or delete entered entries.
Access Control Security - Access Control (Router Mode Only) Access Control Add Access Control Permitted Access Time Register Check to enable access control. Click Add to configure the schedule. Enter the computer’s MAC address in the Target Computer field. You can add up to 20 network computers. Displays the time that the computer is allowed to access to the Internet. Configure the schedule, then click Edit Permitted Access Time. The schedule is registered.
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. eco Mode Configure eco Mode from this screen. Applications - eco Mode Power Saving Custom Mode Weekly Schedule Schedule Entry Enable to set the power saving schedule. If eco Mode is enabled, AOSS will function only when the AirStation is in normal operating mode. Individual power saving elements may be configured for custom mode.
System Configure basic AirStation settings here. Admin - System AirStation Name Administrator Administrator Password Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Permit configuration from wired Internet Permitted IP address Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-). The name of the administrator account is “admin”. The administrator password may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_).
Permitted Port NTP Functionality NTP Server Update Interval Local Date Local Time Time Zone Displayed only if Internet-side configuration is enabled. Set a port number (1 - 65535) to configure the AirStation from the WAN (Internet) side. Enable to use an NTP server. Enter the name of the NTP server as a hostname, hostname with domain name, or IP address. Up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_) may be used. The default is time.nist.gov.
Reset / Reboot From this page you can save and restore the AirStation’s settings, initialize the AirStation, or reboot the AirStation. Admin - Reset / Reboot Operation Restart Select an operation. Back up settings Save this product’s settings to a file. Click Execute. You can encrypt the setting file by checking Use Password and clicking Execute. Restore settings Restore this product’s settings from the setting file. Click Browse... and specify a setting file, then click Execute.
Update Firmware Update the AirStation’s firmware here. Admin - Update Firmware Firmware Version Update Method Firmware File Name Displays the current firmware version of the AirStation. Specify a file on your PC updates from a firmware file stored on your computer. Automatic update updates to the latest firmware automatically. Click Browse... to navigate to the firmware file on your computer if Specify a file on your PC is selected.
System Information View system information for the AirStation. Status - System Information Model AirStation Name Hardware Mode Switch Status Mode Internet LAN Wireless (5 GHz) Wireless (2.4 GHz) Guest Accounts Web Filtering WB eco Mode Displays the product name of the AirStation and the firmware version. Displays the name of the AirStation. Displays the status of the AirStation’s mode switch. Displays the AirStation’s current operational mode. Displays information about the Internet port.
Logs The AirStation’s logs are recorded here. Status - Logs Display logs Logs Choose the types of logs to display. Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation. Packets View packet transfer information. Status - Packets Sent Received Displays the number of packets sent to the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN. Displays the number of packets received from the WAN, the LAN, and the wireless LAN.
Ping A ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device. Status - Ping Destination Address Enter the IP address or hostname of the device that you are testing communication with, then click Execute. The result will be displayed below.
Chapter 3 - Wireless Wireless Options You may use any of the following methods to connect devices to the AirStation wirelessly. Manual Configuration On your device, search for available networks and find the AirStation. If a password is required, enter the AirStation’s encryption key. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS is an automatic connection method created by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Two different versions of WPS are supported: pushbutton and PIN.
Advanced Wireless Configuration Manual Configuration (SSID and Password) 1 Click the wireless icon. 2 Select your AirStation’s SSID from the list. Note: Your AirStation’s default SSID and encryption key are on the setup card stored in the base of the AirStation. 3 Enter the AirStation’s encryption key. 4 The connection will be established. Automatic Secure Setup (WPS) 1 Click the wireless icon. 2 Select your AirStation’s SSID from the list.
3 Without entering a password, press the AOSS button on the AirStation. Notes: • WPS supports Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista Service Pack 2 only. • Mac OS is not supported. 4 The connection will be established. Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS) 1 Windows users should download Client Manager from Buffalo’s website and install it. Mac users should download AOSS Assistant and install it. 2 Initiate AOSS from Client Manager or AOSS Assistant. 3 Press your AirStation’s AOSS button.
Chapter 4 - Utilities How to Download Utilities You can download utilities for your AirStation from Buffalo’s website. http://d.buffalo.
List of Utilities with Description of Each AirStation Configuration Tool You can enter AirStation’s Settings and change its IP address with this tool. Compatible with: WIndows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP OS X 10.9, 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.
Client Manager Use this software to let your Windows PC connect to the AirStation with AOSS. Client Manager V supports Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista. Client Manager 3 supports Windows XP. Note: If Client Manager 3 is installed on your computer, Wireless Zero Config is disabled. Uninstall Client Manager 3 to use Wireless Zero Config, or just use Client Manager 3 to connect to the AirStation. Compatible with: Windows 8.
AOSS Assistant Use this software to let your Mac connect to the AirStation with AOSS. Compatible with: OS X 10.9, 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.4 WLAN Monitor You can check the radio wave condition, connection speed, signal quality, and signal level with this tool. Compatible with: OS X 10.9, 10.8, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5, 10.
Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting Finding Your AirStation on the Network By default, your AirStation is accessible on your local network at the IP address 192.168.11.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. If this address has been changed and you don’t know the new address, you can reset the AirStation to its default settings by holding down the reset button for 3 seconds. You can also find your AirStation on the network with the AirStation Configuration Tool.
Open a browser (such as Firefox) on your computer and type 192.168.11.1 into the URL window. Click Go. The router’s settings page should open. Enter the router’s username and password (“admin” and “password” by default). You should now be able to reconfigure your settings and change your password for the router. Basic Router Troubleshooting from a Mac If your router is not behaving normally, begin by using the resetting all settings.
Appendix A - Supplemental Information Package Contents The following items are included in your AirStation package. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender. AirStation.....................................................1 AirStation setup card...............................1 AC adapter...................................................1 Ethernet cable...........................................1 Quick setup guide...................................1 Warranty statement......................
Feature Parameter LAN-side IP Address LAN DHCP Lease Routing DHCP Server DHCP IP Address Pool LAN-side IP Address (For IP Unnumbered) Advanced Settings Lease Period Default Gateway DNS Servers WINS Server Domain Name Current DHCP Clients Routing Wireless Wireless Channel High-Speed Mode Broadcast SSID SSID 1 SSID Isolation SSID Wireless Authentication Encrypt Wireless Data 2.
Feature Parameter WMM Settings WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BK (Low)) WMM-EDCA Parameters (Priority AC_BE (Normal)) 2.
Feature WB Parameter Snooping Multicast Aging Time Guest Accounts Guest User Authentication Guest Account LAN IP Address Permitted Access Time SSID Wireless Authentication Wireless Encryption Show Guests WB Firewall Basic Rules IP Filter IP Filter IPv6 Passthrough PPPoE Passthrough PPTP Passthrough Forwarded Ports Add IP Address to DMZ UPnP Filter Level Access Control QoS Power Saving LED Wired LAN Wireless LAN Weekly Schedule Mode Start Time End Time Day of Week Multicast Control Guest Accounts VP
Feature Parameter AirStation Name Administrator Administrator Password Access System NTP Functionality NTP Server Update Interval Local Date Local Time Time Zone Transfer Logs Syslog Server Syslog Settings Update Firmware Logs Detailed logs Update Method Firmware File Name Default Setting “AP” + AirStation’s MAC Address admin (fixed) password Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN: Disabled Prohibit configuration from wired LAN: Disabled Permit configuration from wired Internet: Disabled Enabled time
Technical Specifications Wireless LAN Interface Standard Compliance Transmission Method Frequency Range Transmission Rate 802.11ac Transmission Rate 802.11n/a/g/b Access Mode Security IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11n / IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11b Direct sequence spread spectrum (DSSS), OFDM, MIMO Available frequencies depend on the country of purchase. IEEE 802.11ac 20 MHz BW : 156/130/117/104/78/52/39/26/13 Mbps (2 streams) 78/65/58.5/52/39/26/19.5/13/6.5 Mbps (1 stream) IEEE 802.
Wired LAN Interface Standard Compliance Transmission Rate Transmission Encoding Access Method Speed and Flow Control Number of LAN Ports Other Power Supply Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Operating Environment LAN Side: IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)/IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T) Internet Side: IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T)/IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)/IEEE 802.
Appendix B - Tutorials Configuring the AirStation for Optimal Performance and Security Some basic configuration tips to help improve your router performance and security. Performance • Put the AirStation in an elevated spot near the center of your house or coverage area, but away from other devices that might cause interference. • Experiment with strategic locations to improve signal strength. To reduce interference, keep the router away from cordless phones and microwaves.
Configuring the Web Filter You can apply a web content filter to prohibit access to sites that contain objectionable content. You can access the web filter settings from the Easy Admin page, or by navigating to Security - Web Filtering. You must first accept the Symantec terms of use before you can use web filtering. Content Filter You can select a filter level to set what kind of sites are blocked by the AirStation.
Computers Excluded from Filter Excluded computers can access any website without being affected by the content filter. You can register up to 20 excluded computers. To add a computer: 1 2 3 On the Web Filtering screen, click Add under Computers Excluded from Filter to open the Exclude Computer page. Enter a computer’s MAC address. If you need help locating a computer’s MAC address, consult the computer’s manual, or visit the next section. Click Add.
Configuring Access Control You can set up a schedule that dictates when a target computer on the network can (or cannot) access the Internet. To configure this, navigate to Security - Access Control. 1 Open Access Control options by clicking Add. 2 Under Target Computer, enter the computer’s MAC address. 3 For the added computer, select Internet Access or No Internet Access. 4 Set the start time, end time, and day(s) for the computer’s permitted access time. “0” refers to midnight.
7 Click Add. You will be returned to the Access Control screen, and the computer’s access settings will be displayed. You can click Edit to modify the permitted access time or other settings, or Delete to remove the entry. You can have up to 20 target computers under Access Control. Port Forwarding Basics Port forwarding is a way of configuring the AirStation so that incoming data is automatically directed to specific IP addresses on the network based on the data type.
Setting Up Port Forwarding Rules If UPnP is enabled, most programs will configure this for you automatically. Otherwise, you can manually set rules for port forwarding. You can access port forwarding options by opening the AirStation’s Settings page and then navigating to Security - Port Forwarding. Creating Port Forwarding Rules The AirStation can register up to 32 rules. Rules can be managed using the group feature.
Managing Port Forwarding Rules Individual rules cannot be turned off. Only a rule group can be shut off. You can click Edit to make any changes to individual rules, or Delete to remove the rule entry. Adding the AirStation to a Wireless Network If you have an existing wireless network, you can connect the AirStation to extend the wireless network range. Other client devices (wired and wireless) will be able to connect to the AirStation to use the Internet.
7 8 If the access point supports WPS or AOSS, you can use either to connect the AirStation. Once the access point is connected and its settings are displayed on the page, click Apply. You can also manually select the access point. Click Search and select the access point from the available list of detected wireless access points, then click Select. If the access point is not displayed, click Search again to refresh the list.
Saving and Restoring Settings with a Backup File Once you have finished configuring your AirStation to your needs, you can save the current configuration to a backup file. This file can be used to restore the AirStation’s settings when needed. For example, the AirStation will initialize its settings after a hard reset. Instead of re-configuring the unit, simply use the backup file to restore its previous settings.
Restoring Settings with a Backup File Restore settings can be found on the same tab. 1 On the Reset / Reboot page, select Restore settings. 2 The Browse field appears. Click Browse... to locate the backup file on the system. 3 Click Execute. The Restore dialog appears. 4 Enter the password if prompted. The password will be the one set when the backup file was created. Please wait as the saved settings are restored to the AirStation. When settings are restored, all values (e.g.
Connecting Wireless Devices Using AOSS You can use the physical AOSS button on your AirStation to easily connect wireless devices that support AOSS or WPS. Consult your wireless device’s documentation for the location of its AOSS or WPS button. If you already have a wireless network that was configured without using AOSS or WPS, connecting a new device with AOSS will change its settings, disconnecting any previously connected wireless devices.
How to Use QoS QoS (quality of service) is a feature that allows the AirStation to prioritize traffic by type. QoS applies to both upstream and downstream data flow, and ensures consistent performance when using certain high-traffic applications, such as video streaming. Setting a QoS Priority Policy 1 Open the AirStation’s Settings page. 2 Navigate to Applications - QoS. 3 Enable QoS. 4 Enter the Upload Bandwidth. By default, this is set at 1,000 kbps, and values of 1–1,000,000 kbps may be entered.
Once an entry has been saved, you can make additional changes to any entry and click Apply to save them. A policy can be turned on or off by checking the Enable box next to its Application Name. How to Configure TCP/IP Windows 8.1/Windows 8 To configure TCP/IP in Windows 8.1 or Windows 8, follow the procedure below. 1 Open Control Panel. 2 Click Network and Internet. 3 Click Network and Sharing Center. 4 Click Change Adapter Settings on the left side menu.
4 Right-click the network adapter, then click Properties. 5 If the “User Account Control” screen opens, click Yes or Continue. 6 Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” then click Properties. 7 8 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”. Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP address: 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask: 255.
Windows XP To configure TCP/IP in Windows XP, follow the procedure below. 1 Open Control Panel. 2 Double-click Network. 3 Right-click the network adapter, then click Properties. 4 Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” then click Properties. 5 6 To have DHCP set your IP address settings automatically, check “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”. Alternately, you can configure the settings manually. Example: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.
Appendix C - Regulatory Compliance Information Only use the cables and accessories that are included in the package. Don’t use other accessories or cables unless specifically instructed to in the documentation. The information below is only for US and Canada region. Company Information Buffalo Americas, Inc.
IC statement (IC déclaration) 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. Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d’Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.
