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... the Internet. There is no need to make it as It Looks The EDIMAX BR-6258n complies with up to change without notice. Stated ranges are subject to 150Mbps and its signal coverage is greater than standard 802.11g/b routers. Its wireless data transmission rate can reach up to 253 Intranet users. Product specifications...
... the Internet. There is no need to make it as It Looks The EDIMAX BR-6258n complies with up to change without notice. Stated ranges are subject to 150Mbps and its signal coverage is greater than standard 802.11g/b routers. Its wireless data transmission rate can reach up to 253 Intranet users. Product specifications...
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... Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Stated ranges are based on network conditions and environmental factors. www.edimax.com 150Mbps Wireless Broadband Nano Router FEATURES & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BR-6258n FUNCTIONS HARDWARE INTERFACE MANAGEMENT Supports AP, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge+ WDS 1 x RJ-45 WAN port and Universal Repeater modes 1 x RJ-45 LAN port Port Triggering ...
... Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Stated ranges are based on network conditions and environmental factors. www.edimax.com 150Mbps Wireless Broadband Nano Router FEATURES & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BR-6258n FUNCTIONS HARDWARE INTERFACE MANAGEMENT Supports AP, AP Client, Bridge, Bridge+ WDS 1 x RJ-45 WAN port and Universal Repeater modes 1 x RJ-45 LAN port Port Triggering ...
User Manual
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...8208;1 Introduction and Safety Information 4 1‐2 Safety Information ...5 1‐3 System Requirements ...6 1‐4 Package Contents ...7 1‐5 Getting familiar with your new wireless broadband router 8 CHAPTER II: SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP 10 2‐1 Establishing a network connection...10 2‐2 Setting client computers to obtain IP addresses automatically 12... 3‐3‐2 LAN IP...60 3‐3‐3 DHCP Server...61 3‐3‐4 Static DHCP Leases ...62 3‐4 Wireless ...64 3‐4‐1 Basic Settings ...65 3‐4‐2 Security Settings ...82 2
...8208;1 Introduction and Safety Information 4 1‐2 Safety Information ...5 1‐3 System Requirements ...6 1‐4 Package Contents ...7 1‐5 Getting familiar with your new wireless broadband router 8 CHAPTER II: SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP 10 2‐1 Establishing a network connection...10 2‐2 Setting client computers to obtain IP addresses automatically 12... 3‐3‐2 LAN IP...60 3‐3‐3 DHCP Server...61 3‐3‐4 Static DHCP Leases ...62 3‐4 Wireless ...64 3‐4‐1 Basic Settings ...65 3‐4‐2 Security Settings ...82 2
User Manual
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...for anyone who is constantly on WPS‐compatible wireless devices and you will have a secure wireless connection in a matter of minutes. With the Edimax BR‐6258n Wireless Broadband Nano Router, all your computers and wireless‐enabled network devices (PDAs, cell phones, ...;use, web‐based GUI for purchasing the Edimax BR‐6258n Wireless Broadband Nano Router! The Edimax BR‐6258n Wireless Broadband Nano Router makes setting up to enjoy the fastest wireless experience ever! With a compatible wireless card installed, your computers and network devices can ...
...for anyone who is constantly on WPS‐compatible wireless devices and you will have a secure wireless connection in a matter of minutes. With the Edimax BR‐6258n Wireless Broadband Nano Router, all your computers and wireless‐enabled network devices (PDAs, cell phones, ...;use, web‐based GUI for purchasing the Edimax BR‐6258n Wireless Broadband Nano Router! The Edimax BR‐6258n Wireless Broadband Nano Router makes setting up to enjoy the fastest wireless experience ever! With a compatible wireless card installed, your computers and network devices can ...
User Manual
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1‐3 System Requirements z Internet connection via an xDSL or cable modem with an RJ‐45 Ethernet port z Computer or network devices with a wired or wireless network interface card z Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, or Safari) z An available AC power socket (100‐240V, 50/60Hz) 6
1‐3 System Requirements z Internet connection via an xDSL or cable modem with an RJ‐45 Ethernet port z Computer or network devices with a wired or wireless network interface card z Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, or Safari) z An available AC power socket (100‐240V, 50/60Hz) 6
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... and correctly powered WLAN WAN LAN Off On Off Flashing On Off Flashing On Off Flashing Router not powered (or not correctly powered) Wireless connectivity activated Wireless connectivity not activated Wireless LAN activity (transferring data) or WPS mode activated (LED flashes once every second) WAN port connected WAN port not connected WAN activity...
... and correctly powered WLAN WAN LAN Off On Off Flashing On Off Flashing On Off Flashing Router not powered (or not correctly powered) Wireless connectivity activated Wireless connectivity not activated Wireless LAN activity (transferring data) or WPS mode activated (LED flashes once every second) WAN port connected WAN port not connected WAN activity...
User Manual
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... of the WAN port Displays the IP address of the first DNS server Displays the IP address of the second (backup) DNS server Wireless Configuration Mode ESSID Channel Number Security Displays the operation mode of the wireless access point Displays the name of the access point Displays the channel number of the... wireless network Displays the security authentication mode of the access point LAN Connection IP Address Subnet Mask DHCP Server MAC Address Displays the IP address of ...
... of the WAN port Displays the IP address of the first DNS server Displays the IP address of the second (backup) DNS server Wireless Configuration Mode ESSID Channel Number Security Displays the operation mode of the wireless access point Displays the name of the access point Displays the channel number of the... wireless network Displays the security authentication mode of the access point LAN Connection IP Address Subnet Mask DHCP Server MAC Address Displays the IP address of ...
User Manual
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... can perform advanced configuration of this broadband router in . 2. The following are instructions on how to the following list for further instructions: z System z WAN z LAN z Wireless z Advance Settings z NAT z Firewall (See section 3‐1) (See section 3‐2) (See section 3‐3) (See section 3‐4) (See section 3‐5) (See section 3‐6) (See section 3‐...
... can perform advanced configuration of this broadband router in . 2. The following are instructions on how to the following list for further instructions: z System z WAN z LAN z Wireless z Advance Settings z NAT z Firewall (See section 3‐1) (See section 3‐2) (See section 3‐3) (See section 3‐4) (See section 3‐5) (See section 3‐6) (See section 3‐...
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...'s access point. In this button to scan for wireless access points. Click this mode, BR‐6258n broadband router will act as a wireless client and connect to another wireless access point to establish Internet connection. the name of wireless access point) of the wireless 56 3‐2‐6 WISP WISP (Wireless ISP) is not in the list, click 'Refresh...
...'s access point. In this button to scan for wireless access points. Click this mode, BR‐6258n broadband router will act as a wireless client and connect to another wireless access point to establish Internet connection. the name of wireless access point) of the wireless 56 3‐2‐6 WISP WISP (Wireless ISP) is not in the list, click 'Refresh...
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... type, click 'Back'; If you can reconnect to this is normal and is required to connect to wireless access point with security setting. You can click 'OK' to finish with quick setup. Please ask your wireless ISP for correct WEP key / WPA passphrase. access point you with to connect, you'll be...
... type, click 'Back'; If you can reconnect to this is normal and is required to connect to wireless access point with security setting. You can click 'OK' to finish with quick setup. Please ask your wireless ISP for correct WEP key / WPA passphrase. access point you with to connect, you'll be...
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...addresses for every computer manually), and dynamic IP address (IP address of computers will be used, so other computer and users that both wired and wireless LAN uses the same LAN IP address settings, too. 3‐3 LAN (Wired) You can locate the server. This broadband router has a built...‐in 'LAN' menu. Please also note that come from Internet, static IP address should be assigned by Ethernet cable) or wireless connection can let this broadband router in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server, and can help you can communicate with DHCP, and you to...
...addresses for every computer manually), and dynamic IP address (IP address of computers will be used, so other computer and users that both wired and wireless LAN uses the same LAN IP address settings, too. 3‐3 LAN (Wired) You can locate the server. This broadband router has a built...‐in 'LAN' menu. Please also note that come from Internet, static IP address should be assigned by Ethernet cable) or wireless connection can let this broadband router in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server, and can help you can communicate with DHCP, and you to...
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... 'c' field) should be greater than 20 computers) Start IP: 192.168.1.1 End IP: 192.168.1.200 Domain Name: (leave it blank. These settings will affect wireless clients, too. 61 Here are descriptions of every setup items: Item Name Start IP End IP Domain Name DNS1 address DNS2 address Description Please input...
... 'c' field) should be greater than 20 computers) Start IP: 192.168.1.1 End IP: 192.168.1.200 Domain Name: (leave it blank. These settings will affect wireless clients, too. 61 Here are descriptions of every setup items: Item Name Start IP End IP Domain Name DNS1 address DNS2 address Description Please input...
User Manual
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If you wish to go back to proceed. 3‐4 Wireless You can setup Wireless LAN connection parameters of this broadband router in 'Wireless' menu: Please select one setting in this menu, then click 'Apply' to previous page, click 'Previous'. 64
If you wish to go back to proceed. 3‐4 Wireless You can setup Wireless LAN connection parameters of this broadband router in 'Wireless' menu: Please select one setting in this menu, then click 'Apply' to previous page, click 'Previous'. 64
User Manual
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... to expand the scope of network. f. Universal Repeater: This broadband router will repeat other wireless access point's signal to extend its wireless signal coverage, and also acts as both wireless communication client and server ‐ connects to another broadband router, to expand the scope of... wireless LAN here. c. AP Bridge‐Point to serve other wireless clients as client, and serves other wireless clients. 65 3‐4‐1 Basic Settings You can set basic settings of network....
... to expand the scope of network. f. Universal Repeater: This broadband router will repeat other wireless access point's signal to extend its wireless signal coverage, and also acts as both wireless communication client and server ‐ connects to another broadband router, to expand the scope of... wireless LAN here. c. AP Bridge‐Point to serve other wireless clients as client, and serves other wireless clients. 65 3‐4‐1 Basic Settings You can set basic settings of network....
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...In AP mode, the following options: 2.4 GHz (B): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11b wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). 2.4 GHz (N): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11n wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 300Mbps). 2.4 GHz (B+G): 2.4GHz band, ... rate 11Mbps for 802.11b clients, and maximum 54Mbps for 802.11g clients). 2.4 GHz (G): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11g wireless network client to connect this band to select this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). This is the name of following settings will appear:...
...In AP mode, the following options: 2.4 GHz (B): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11b wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). 2.4 GHz (N): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11n wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 300Mbps). 2.4 GHz (B+G): 2.4GHz band, ... rate 11Mbps for 802.11b clients, and maximum 54Mbps for 802.11g clients). 2.4 GHz (G): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11g wireless network client to connect this band to select this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). This is the name of following settings will appear:...
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... rate is used to identify your pop‐up blocker installed, you 're using the same channel, which is meaningful to use , some wireless client supports manual channel number select, and this would help in certain scenario when there is some radio communication problem. You can choose any problem.... TIPS: You can try to change default ESSID value to see the wireless client list window. Please note that if you have pop‐up blocker to 13. Click 'Show Active Clients' button to close the window...
... rate is used to identify your pop‐up blocker installed, you 're using the same channel, which is meaningful to use , some wireless client supports manual channel number select, and this would help in certain scenario when there is some radio communication problem. You can choose any problem.... TIPS: You can try to change default ESSID value to see the wireless client list window. Please note that if you have pop‐up blocker to 13. Click 'Show Active Clients' button to close the window...
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...band from one of following options (must be the same with the wireless access point you can select a wireless access point to become its wireless client, and also acts as wireless access point to serve other wireless clients. It's recommends to select this band to 69 3‐4‐... mode, you wish to connect): 2.4 GHz (B): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11b wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). 2.4 GHz (N): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11n wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 300Mbps). 2.4 GHz (B+G): 2.4GHz band...
...band from one of following options (must be the same with the wireless access point you can select a wireless access point to become its wireless client, and also acts as wireless access point to serve other wireless clients. It's recommends to select this band to 69 3‐4‐... mode, you wish to connect): 2.4 GHz (B): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11b wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). 2.4 GHz (N): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11n wireless network client to connect this router (maximum transfer rate 300Mbps). 2.4 GHz (B+G): 2.4GHz band...
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... the web management interface currently). All reachable wireless access points will be shown in the same area. If the wireless access point you wish to connect is meaningful to you wish to the access point you , like myhome, office_room1, etc. Some wireless access points will appear. This is 'default... to the one you can input the MAC address that will be accepted by the wireless access point you wish to establish connection. Select the wireless access point you can 't find the wireless access point you wish to connect, please move the broadband router to the place nearer...
... the web management interface currently). All reachable wireless access points will be shown in the same area. If the wireless access point you wish to connect is meaningful to you wish to the access point you , like myhome, office_room1, etc. Some wireless access points will appear. This is 'default... to the one you can input the MAC address that will be accepted by the wireless access point you wish to establish connection. Select the wireless access point you can 't find the wireless access point you wish to connect, please move the broadband router to the place nearer...
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...router (maximum transfer rate 300Mbps). 2.4 GHz (B+G): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11b and 802.11g wireless network client to connect this broadband router will act as a wireless network bridge and let all computers connected to the LAN ports of every setup items: Item Name Band Description... Please select the radio band from one wireless access point peer. Here are descriptions of both wireless access points to communicate with each other wireless clients. 3‐4‐1‐3 AP Bridge: Point to Point In this mode, you ...
...router (maximum transfer rate 300Mbps). 2.4 GHz (B+G): 2.4GHz band, only allows 802.11b and 802.11g wireless network client to connect this broadband router will act as a wireless network bridge and let all computers connected to the LAN ports of every setup items: Item Name Band Description... Please select the radio band from one wireless access point peer. Here are descriptions of both wireless access points to communicate with each other wireless clients. 3‐4‐1‐3 AP Bridge: Point to Point In this mode, you ...
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...other settings later. Channel Number MAC address 1 Set Security 2.4 GHz (B+G+N): 2.4GHz Band, Allows 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11N wireless clients. Please refer to improve security. When you finished with the settings in this page, you can click 'Apply' button to save ...changes you made will stop responding (this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). both access points must use ; Input the MAC address of this wireless connection to chapter 3‐2‐1‐7 for detailed instructions. Select the channel number you 'll see the following messages: Please click 'Apply...
...other settings later. Channel Number MAC address 1 Set Security 2.4 GHz (B+G+N): 2.4GHz Band, Allows 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11N wireless clients. Please refer to improve security. When you finished with the settings in this page, you can click 'Apply' button to save ...changes you made will stop responding (this router (maximum transfer rate 11Mbps). both access points must use ; Input the MAC address of this wireless connection to chapter 3‐2‐1‐7 for detailed instructions. Select the channel number you 'll see the following messages: Please click 'Apply...