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... 1-1 1.1 Supported Features 1-1 1.2 Ports and Buttons 1-2 1.3 Indicators 1-4 2 Hardware Installation 2-1 2.1 Application Modes 2-1 2.1.1 WiFi Router Mode 2-1 2.1.2 WiFi Repeater Mode 2-1 2.1.3 WiFi Client Mode 2-2 2.2 Powering On 2-2 2.3 Setting the Computer IP Address 2-3 3 Wireless Connection Setup 3-1 3.1 Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection 3-1 3.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button ..... 3-5 4 Configuring WiFi Router Mode 4-1 4.1 Setting Internet Access Parameters 4-1 4.2 Wireless Connection Setup 4-5 4.2.1 Manually Setting...
... 1-1 1.1 Supported Features 1-1 1.2 Ports and Buttons 1-2 1.3 Indicators 1-4 2 Hardware Installation 2-1 2.1 Application Modes 2-1 2.1.1 WiFi Router Mode 2-1 2.1.2 WiFi Repeater Mode 2-1 2.1.3 WiFi Client Mode 2-2 2.2 Powering On 2-2 2.3 Setting the Computer IP Address 2-3 3 Wireless Connection Setup 3-1 3.1 Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection 3-1 3.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button ..... 3-5 4 Configuring WiFi Router Mode 4-1 4.1 Setting Internet Access Parameters 4-1 4.2 Wireless Connection Setup 4-5 4.2.1 Manually Setting...
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...1 Product Overview 1 Product Overview 1.1 Supported Features The WS323 300Mbps Mini Wireless Router (WS323 for short) is a high-speed wireless device designed for 5G 1-1 The WS323 can serve as a router that provides a WiFi access point, a repeater used with a wireless router to 13 or automatic channel ... signal detection and signal strength display in WiFi client and WiFi repeater modes FCC support band 1 and band 4 for 5G CE support band 1/2/3/4 for homes and business travelers. This chapter describes the features supported by the WS323: Wireless functions Service set identifier (SSID)...
...1 Product Overview 1 Product Overview 1.1 Supported Features The WS323 300Mbps Mini Wireless Router (WS323 for short) is a high-speed wireless device designed for 5G 1-1 The WS323 can serve as a router that provides a WiFi access point, a repeater used with a wireless router to 13 or automatic channel ... signal detection and signal strength display in WiFi client and WiFi repeater modes FCC support band 1 and band 4 for 5G CE support band 1/2/3/4 for homes and business travelers. This chapter describes the features supported by the WS323: Wireless functions Service set identifier (SSID)...
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Pictures shown in this document are only for your personal data. Remote device management using the TR069 Switch between WiFi router, WiFi repeater, and WiFi client modes on the web management page 1.2 Ports and Buttons Table 1-1 Lists the WS323's ports, indicators, and buttons, as well as their functions. 1 Product Overview WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Easy Configuration and Management The WS323 provides password-protected web management pages to protect your reference. 1-2
Pictures shown in this document are only for your personal data. Remote device management using the TR069 Switch between WiFi router, WiFi repeater, and WiFi client modes on the web management page 1.2 Ports and Buttons Table 1-1 Lists the WS323's ports, indicators, and buttons, as well as their functions. 1 Product Overview WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Easy Configuration and Management The WS323 provides password-protected web management pages to protect your reference. 1-2
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... starts blinking, the WS323 is a computing standard that attempts to automate secure wireless network setup and connection. Switching the working bands. The WPS function lets you securely add wireless clients to the 2.4 GHz band. indicator starts blinking to switch to WiFi Repeater WPS is switched to... a WLAN without entering the user name and password. 1.3 Indicators Table 1-3 Lists the WS323 indicators and their meanings. 1-4
... starts blinking, the WS323 is a computing standard that attempts to automate secure wireless network setup and connection. Switching the working bands. The WPS function lets you securely add wireless clients to the 2.4 GHz band. indicator starts blinking to switch to WiFi Repeater WPS is switched to... a WLAN without entering the user name and password. 1.3 Indicators Table 1-3 Lists the WS323 indicators and their meanings. 1-4
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... their meanings Item Status Meaning Status indicator Off Blinking The WS323 is connecting to the network in 2.4GHz mode. Blinking blue: the WS323 is powered off or faulty. Blinking green: the WS323 is powering on The WS323 is not connected to the network in WiFi repeater and WiFi client modes. 1-5 Blinking red: The WS323 is connecting to a network.
... their meanings Item Status Meaning Status indicator Off Blinking The WS323 is connecting to the network in 2.4GHz mode. Blinking blue: the WS323 is powered off or faulty. Blinking green: the WS323 is powering on The WS323 is not connected to the network in WiFi repeater and WiFi client modes. 1-5 Blinking red: The WS323 is connecting to a network.
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...to do is pressing the WPS buttons on the WS323 and the wireless client. WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 2 Hardware Installation 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Application Modes 2.1.1 WiFi Router Mode When working in WiFi repeater mode, the WS323 is wirelessly connected to the Internet, providing Internet ... as phones and computers. Best used in: one-story houses, apartments, hotels, and similar structures. 2.1.2 WiFi Repeater Mode When working in WiFi router mode, the WS323 is connected to do is used in a home, providing Internet access for wireless clients, such as phones ...
...to do is pressing the WPS buttons on the WS323 and the wireless client. WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 2 Hardware Installation 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Application Modes 2.1.1 WiFi Router Mode When working in WiFi repeater mode, the WS323 is wirelessly connected to the Internet, providing Internet ... as phones and computers. Best used in: one-story houses, apartments, hotels, and similar structures. 2.1.2 WiFi Repeater Mode When working in WiFi router mode, the WS323 is connected to do is used in a home, providing Internet access for wireless clients, such as phones ...
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... Login. To set up a wireless connection, press and hold the WS323's WPS button until the shortest signal strength indicator blinks. To change into WiFi Repeater mode, press and hold the WS323's WPS button more than 1 second and less than 3 seconds, .... Then the WS323 will restart and change the WS323 into WiFi Repeater mode. For details, see chapter 8.1 "Changing the Administrator Password of the Web Management Page". WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode The WS323 can work as a repeater together with a...
... Login. To set up a wireless connection, press and hold the WS323's WPS button until the shortest signal strength indicator blinks. To change into WiFi Repeater mode, press and hold the WS323's WPS button more than 1 second and less than 3 seconds, .... Then the WS323 will restart and change the WS323 into WiFi Repeater mode. For details, see chapter 8.1 "Changing the Administrator Password of the Web Management Page". WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode The WS323 can work as a repeater together with a...
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5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Step 3 Click Next. 5-2
5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Step 3 Click Next. 5-2
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The configuration succeeded. 5-3 WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Step 4 Click SCAN to scan the network. 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode Step 5 Choose the network SSID and configure the network connection parameters.
The configuration succeeded. 5-3 WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Step 4 Click SCAN to scan the network. 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode Step 5 Choose the network SSID and configure the network connection parameters.
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... 5.2.1 Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection On Windows 7 Step 1 Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings. Click Connect. 5-4 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide After the configuration, the WS323's SSID and password will be synchronized to those of the WLAN when connecting the...
... 5.2.1 Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection On Windows 7 Step 1 Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings. Click Connect. 5-4 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide After the configuration, the WS323's SSID and password will be synchronized to those of the WLAN when connecting the...
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WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode Step 3 In the displayed dialog box, enter the WLAN password, and click OK. Step 4 In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected, the computer is wirelessly connected to the WS323. 5-5
WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode Step 3 In the displayed dialog box, enter the WLAN password, and click OK. Step 4 In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected, the computer is wirelessly connected to the WS323. 5-5
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On Windows XP Step 1 Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections. Step 2 From the wireless network list, select the WLAN provided by the wireless device you want to connect. Click Connect. 5-6 Right-click Wireless Network Connection, and choose View Available Wireless Networks from unauthorized access, change the SSID and key promptly. To protect your WLAN from the shortcut menu. 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide The default SSID and key are printed on the router's rear label.
On Windows XP Step 1 Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections. Step 2 From the wireless network list, select the WLAN provided by the wireless device you want to connect. Click Connect. 5-6 Right-click Wireless Network Connection, and choose View Available Wireless Networks from unauthorized access, change the SSID and key promptly. To protect your WLAN from the shortcut menu. 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide The default SSID and key are printed on the router's rear label.
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Step 4 In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected, the computer is wirelessly connected to the WS323. 5-7 WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode Step 3 In the displayed dialog box, enter the WLAN password, and click Connect.
Step 4 In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected, the computer is wirelessly connected to the WS323. 5-7 WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode Step 3 In the displayed dialog box, enter the WLAN password, and click Connect.
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...WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5.2.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button Push the WPS button once to start WPS negotiation. The WPS indicator blinks. Step 1 Step 2 Press the WPS button on for 1 second or more. When the WPS indicator on the WS323 is steady on the WS323...; The wireless device (laptop, tablet, or mobile phone) to connect to the WS323 is on the wireless device to quickly set up. Before you set up a wireless connection between the WS323 and any WPS-capable device. The WPS indicator is WPS-capable. For details, ...
...WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5.2.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button Push the WPS button once to start WPS negotiation. The WPS indicator blinks. Step 1 Step 2 Press the WPS button on for 1 second or more. When the WPS indicator on the WS323 is steady on the WS323...; The wireless device (laptop, tablet, or mobile phone) to connect to the WS323 is on the wireless device to quickly set up. Before you set up a wireless connection between the WS323 and any WPS-capable device. The WPS indicator is WPS-capable. For details, ...
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For details, see section 2.3 "Setting the Computer IP Address." Set the computer to your computer. Click OK. 5-9 WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode 5.2.3 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using a Network Cable Step 1 Step 2 Use a network cable to connect the WS323 to automatically obtain an IP address. On Windows 7 Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS address automatically.
For details, see section 2.3 "Setting the Computer IP Address." Set the computer to your computer. Click OK. 5-9 WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode 5.2.3 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using a Network Cable Step 1 Step 2 Use a network cable to connect the WS323 to automatically obtain an IP address. On Windows 7 Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS address automatically.
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Click OK. 5-10 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide On Windows XP Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS address automatically.
Click OK. 5-10 5 Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide On Windows XP Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS address automatically.
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Click Submit. 7-1 In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WIFI Router (WiFi router mode) or Basic > Management WIFI (WiFi repeater mode) to the WS323 maintenance SSID only. WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 7 Network Security 7 Network Security 7.1 Hiding the WLAN Name This function is available in to Enable. In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to display the WLAN configuration page...
Click Submit. 7-1 In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WIFI Router (WiFi router mode) or Basic > Management WIFI (WiFi repeater mode) to the WS323 maintenance SSID only. WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide 7 Network Security 7 Network Security 7.1 Hiding the WLAN Name This function is available in to Enable. In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to display the WLAN configuration page...
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..., enter a new WLAN name. In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WIFI Router (WiFi router mode) or Basic > Management WIFI (WiFi repeater mode) to modify. In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to confirm it. 7-2 This function is available in... to the web management page. In WPA pre-shared key, enter a new WLAN password, and re-enter the new password to the WS323 maintenance SSID only. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Log in WiFi router and WiFi repeater...
..., enter a new WLAN name. In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WIFI Router (WiFi router mode) or Basic > Management WIFI (WiFi repeater mode) to modify. In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to confirm it. 7-2 This function is available in... to the web management page. In WPA pre-shared key, enter a new WLAN password, and re-enter the new password to the WS323 maintenance SSID only. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Log in WiFi router and WiFi repeater...
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.... Step 4 Click WLAN. Step 6 In WPA pre-shared key, enter the WLAN password you specified. 7-3 In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to display the WLAN configuration page. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Log in WiFi router and WiFi repeater modes. WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Step 7 Click Submit. 7 Network Security 7.3 Using High Secure Encryption This function...
.... Step 4 Click WLAN. Step 6 In WPA pre-shared key, enter the WLAN password you specified. 7-3 In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to display the WLAN configuration page. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Log in WiFi router and WiFi repeater modes. WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router User Guide Step 7 Click Submit. 7 Network Security 7.3 Using High Secure Encryption This function...
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...prevent unauthorized access to your WLAN, you specify which MAC addresses can specify which devices are allowed to the WS323 maintenance SSID only. Each network device is available in WiFi router and WiFi repeater modes. This function is assigned with the specified MAC addresses can connect to access your WLAN, only those... address. Step 1 View and record the MAC address of the laptop. 7-4 Step 8 Click Submit. After you can be used to your WLAN. In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to access your WLAN. 7 Network Security Step 7 In WPA Encryption, select AES.
...prevent unauthorized access to your WLAN, you specify which MAC addresses can specify which devices are allowed to the WS323 maintenance SSID only. Each network device is available in WiFi router and WiFi repeater modes. This function is assigned with the specified MAC addresses can connect to access your WLAN, only those... address. Step 1 View and record the MAC address of the laptop. 7-4 Step 8 Click Submit. After you can be used to your WLAN. In WiFi repeater mode, this function applies to access your WLAN. 7 Network Security Step 7 In WPA Encryption, select AES.