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... 1. Troubleshooting 78 10. Information 92 Product Overview 6 Product Features 6 3. Manually Configuring Network Settings 71 8. Table of your Wi-Fi Network 44 WEP Setup 49 WPA Setup 51 Setting WPA/WPA2 51 Guest Access (Optional 52 Using the Access Point Mode 55 Configuring the Firewall 56 Setting MAC Address Filtering 59 Enabling the DMZ 60 Utilities Tab 62 Restarting the Router 63 Updating the Firmware 67 7. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 25 Changing LAN Settings 36 Viewing the DHCP Client List Page 38 Configuring the Wireless Network Settings 39...
... 1. Troubleshooting 78 10. Information 92 Product Overview 6 Product Features 6 3. Manually Configuring Network Settings 71 8. Table of your Wi-Fi Network 44 WEP Setup 49 WPA Setup 51 Setting WPA/WPA2 51 Guest Access (Optional 52 Using the Access Point Mode 55 Configuring the Firewall 56 Setting MAC Address Filtering 59 Enabling the DMZ 60 Utilities Tab 62 Restarting the Router 63 Updating the Firmware 67 7. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 25 Changing LAN Settings 36 Viewing the DHCP Client List Page 38 Configuring the Wireless Network Settings 39...
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... Network Card's user guide for your Router and computers to sleep." Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are available (see your wireless adapter's or card's user manual), and move your Wireless Network In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as possible. • Experiment with more information. 5. Secure connections include: • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used where security is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN...
... Network Card's user guide for your Router and computers to sleep." Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are available (see your wireless adapter's or card's user manual), and move your Wireless Network In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as possible. • Experiment with more information. 5. Secure connections include: • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used where security is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN...
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... web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. Web-Based Advanced User Interface You can make your computers. NAT IP Address Sharing Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you can set up the Router's advanced functions easily through your Router is connected to the Internet. Product Overview Product Features In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your new Wireless G Router...
... web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. Web-Based Advanced User Interface You can make your computers. NAT IP Address Sharing Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you can set up the Router's advanced functions easily through your Router is connected to the Internet. Product Overview Product Features In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your new Wireless G Router...
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...: • Wireless G Router • Quick Installation Guide • MyEssentials Quick Installation Software CD with User Manual • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable (for connection of the Router to the computer) • Power Supply Modem Requirements Your DSL or cable modem must use the "Alternate Setup Method" section of this User Manual to configure your Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, or Mac OS X v10.1.x computer be equipped with both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. Many modems have a modem with an RJ45 Ethernet port. If you...
...: • Wireless G Router • Quick Installation Guide • MyEssentials Quick Installation Software CD with User Manual • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable (for connection of the Router to the computer) • Power Supply Modem Requirements Your DSL or cable modem must use the "Alternate Setup Method" section of this User Manual to configure your Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, or Mac OS X v10.1.x computer be equipped with both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. Many modems have a modem with an RJ45 Ethernet port. If you...
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Examining Settings The Wizard will now examine your modem from the list and click "Next". If you have not connected the Router at the top of the list. Click "Run the Quick Installation Software" when you are ready to your computer's network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router's connection to the modem. Select the network adapter that is connected to move to choose, select the adapter at this...
Examining Settings The Wizard will now examine your modem from the list and click "Next". If you have not connected the Router at the top of the list. Click "Run the Quick Installation Software" when you are ready to your computer's network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router's connection to the modem. Select the network adapter that is connected to move to choose, select the adapter at this...
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.... The service name is optional and is optional. Click "Next" if you to the Internet, then type that requires a user name and a password, the Wizard will not see this blank. Your user name looks something like "[email protected]" or simply "jsmith". Using this step, you can customize your wireless network settings if you by your user name and password. When you have a connection type...
.... The service name is optional and is optional. Click "Next" if you to the Internet, then type that requires a user name and a password, the Wizard will not see this blank. Your user name looks something like "[email protected]" or simply "jsmith". Using this step, you can customize your wireless network settings if you by your user name and password. When you have a connection type...
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... will flash during this time. The "Connected" light on the front of 2 the configuration information to the Internet. Your Router is now connected to your favorite web page. Connecting and Configuring your Router section Step 5 Configure the Router 1 The Wizard will now check for an Internet connection. 7 This can take approximately one minute. Now you can also add computers to set up the other computers in your new MyEssentials Router. You...
... will flash during this time. The "Connected" light on the front of 2 the configuration information to the Internet. Your Router is now connected to your favorite web page. Connecting and Configuring your Router section Step 5 Configure the Router 1 The Wizard will now check for an Internet connection. 7 This can take approximately one minute. Now you can also add computers to set up the other computers in your new MyEssentials Router. You...
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... work with specific applications (port forwarding) • Set up security features such as client restrictions, MAC address filtering, WEP, and WPA • Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network • Change the Router's internal password • Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) • Reset the Router • Back up your ISP with the settings that they provided you don't want to use it to manage advanced functions of the Router. You can also use the Quick Installation Software...
... work with specific applications (port forwarding) • Set up security features such as client restrictions, MAC address filtering, WEP, and WPA • Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network • Change the Router's internal password • Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) • Reset the Router • Back up your ISP with the settings that they provided you don't want to use it to manage advanced functions of the Router. You can also use the Quick Installation Software...
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... connection" in RED. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. Changes can be made by clicking on the links or by clicking the "Quick Navigation" links on the left side of the screen. 9. Changes to log in all pages of the UI, indicating the connection status of these settings can be made to the settings. Version Info Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router's NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Login/Logout Button This button enables...
... connection" in RED. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. Changes can be made by clicking on the links or by clicking the "Quick Navigation" links on the left side of the screen. 9. Changes to log in all pages of the UI, indicating the connection status of these settings can be made to the settings. Version Info Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router's NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Login/Logout Button This button enables...
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... "Connection Type" page, you can select the type of connecting to your connection type and then clicking "Next" (2). 27 Your ISP connection 4 settings are provided to enter DNS address 5 entries for ISPs that your ISP gave you DNS settings, clicking "DNS" (B) allows you to you will set up your Router to connect to 3 your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Step 4 Configure your Router for Connection to your Internet 1 Service Provider (ISP) 2 The "Internet/WAN" tab...
... "Connection Type" page, you can select the type of connecting to your connection type and then clicking "Next" (2). 27 Your ISP connection 4 settings are provided to enter DNS address 5 entries for ISPs that your ISP gave you DNS settings, clicking "DNS" (B) allows you to you will set up your Router to connect to 3 your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Step 4 Configure your Router for Connection to your Internet 1 Service Provider (ISP) 2 The "Internet/WAN" tab...
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... "Apply Changes" (5). After you apply the changes, the "Internet Status" indicator will need 2 your subnet mask here. 3. Enter the ISP gateway address here. 29 section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting your Router is set up properly. 4 (1) 5 (2) 6 (3) 7 8 9 10 1. Subnet Mask Provided by your ISP. IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter your ISP left with you will read "connection OK" if 3 your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Static IP A static IP address connection type is available...
... "Apply Changes" (5). After you apply the changes, the "Internet Status" indicator will need 2 your subnet mask here. 3. Enter the ISP gateway address here. 29 section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting your Router is set up properly. 4 (1) 5 (2) 6 (3) 7 8 9 10 1. Subnet Mask Provided by your ISP. IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter your ISP left with you will read "connection OK" if 3 your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Static IP A static IP address connection type is available...
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... Mode In some 802.11b client adapters and is a driver update. To switch modes, select the desired mode from accessing your problem. The different modes are using a client adapter that falls into this mode can operate in your network, we recommend setting the Router to b only mode may occur with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface section Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your Router can solve problems that sometimes occur with these clients. Then, click "Apply Changes...
... Mode In some 802.11b client adapters and is a driver update. To switch modes, select the desired mode from accessing your problem. The different modes are using a client adapter that falls into this mode can operate in your network, we recommend setting the Router to b only mode may occur with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface section Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your Router can solve problems that sometimes occur with these clients. Then, click "Apply Changes...
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... set all your Wireless G Notebook Network Card from Microsoft®. This same key must now set up. section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is the second generation of WPA, offering a more advanced 9 encryption technique over WPA. 10 Setting WPA/WPA2 1. By default, wireless security is available, for free, from the MyEssentials support site. Click "Apply Changes" to access the network. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Enter your network including shared files and printers...
... set all your Wireless G Notebook Network Card from Microsoft®. This same key must now set up. section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is the second generation of WPA, offering a more advanced 9 encryption technique over WPA. 10 Setting WPA/WPA2 1. By default, wireless security is available, for free, from the MyEssentials support site. Click "Apply Changes" to access the network. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Enter your network including shared files and printers...
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... support site. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Guest Access (Optional) The guest pre-shared key allows guest users an Internet-only access to restrict them from entering your network and having access to files on your pre-shared key for free download. Enter your PCs. This can be letters, numbers, or symbols. Important: You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that Microsoft has made available works only with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called "Windows...
... support site. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Guest Access (Optional) The guest pre-shared key allows guest users an Internet-only access to restrict them from entering your network and having access to files on your pre-shared key for free download. Enter your PCs. This can be letters, numbers, or symbols. Important: You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that Microsoft has made available works only with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called "Windows...
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... can enter a new administrator password, set a password here. If you wish to add a password for greater security, you need to the latest version. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Changing System Settings The "System Settings" page is also recommended that may release new versions of the Router. When MyEssentials releases new firmware, you 2 can download the firmware from the MyEssentials update website and update your Router. 67 Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to use the remote management feature of your Router's firmware to log into the Router...
... can enter a new administrator password, set a password here. If you wish to add a password for greater security, you need to the latest version. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Changing System Settings The "System Settings" page is also recommended that may release new versions of the Router. When MyEssentials releases new firmware, you 2 can download the firmware from the MyEssentials update website and update your Router. 67 Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to use the remote management feature of your Router's firmware to log into the Router...
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... turning it . If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you properly configure it off. You can determine if the 6 firewall software is turned on your computer, please make sure that you do have a cable (use the cable included with the Router) connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and (2) one of the Router. Note: The computer should be connected to make sure that the Router's Power light...
... turning it . If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you properly configure it off. You can determine if the 6 firewall software is turned on your computer, please make sure that you do have a cable (use the cable included with the Router) connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and (2) one of the Router. Note: The computer should be connected to make sure that the Router's Power light...
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... not open automatically, click on the "Troubleshoot" button in your user name and password correctly. Some user names require that you continue to the Internet, please check the following items: 1. If you have no Internet connection, reference the section titled "Manually Configuring Network Settings" (page 75 of the Quick Installation Software window. 2. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Quick Installation Software. Solution: If the Quick Installation Software is not able to connect the Router to have typed in...
... not open automatically, click on the "Troubleshoot" button in your user name and password correctly. Some user names require that you continue to the Internet, please check the following items: 1. If you have no Internet connection, reference the section titled "Manually Configuring Network Settings" (page 75 of the Quick Installation Software window. 2. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Quick Installation Software. Solution: If the Quick Installation Software is not able to connect the Router to have typed in...
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... WEP, you cannot configure your password. If you need to enter your network with the same security settings. Solution: 1. You will lose your web browser and type in your hex WEP key manually, or you will be asked to be configured with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption. 86 A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of the Wireless Router (the Router's default is now set all of your screen. Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting...
... WEP, you cannot configure your password. If you need to enter your network with the same security settings. Solution: 1. You will lose your web browser and type in your hex WEP key manually, or you will be asked to be configured with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption. 86 A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of the Wireless Router (the Router's default is now set all of your screen. Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting...
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... a home network. Microsoft's patch only supports devices with the Windows XP operating system. For example, your PSK might be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. For "Encryption Technique", select "TKIP" or "AES". Download the patch here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details. Enter your clients must be something like: "Smith family network key". 4. This patch works only with WPA-enabled drivers such as MyEssentials 802.11g products. This setting...
... a home network. Microsoft's patch only supports devices with the Windows XP operating system. For example, your PSK might be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. For "Encryption Technique", select "TKIP" or "AES". Download the patch here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details. Enter your clients must be something like: "Smith family network key". 4. This patch works only with WPA-enabled drivers such as MyEssentials 802.11g products. This setting...
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... network administrator. 6. Under "Network Authentication", select "WPA". 5. Once the "Advanced" button is available for a home network. Double-click the "Signal Indicator" icon to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that are not supported at this time. You also need to bring up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a client card from MyEssentials. 3. Solution: If you to save the settings. Supported Operating Systems: • Windows XP Professional • Windows XP Home Edition 90 Troubleshooting Problem...
... network administrator. 6. Under "Network Authentication", select "WPA". 5. Once the "Advanced" button is available for a home network. Double-click the "Signal Indicator" icon to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that are not supported at this time. You also need to bring up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a client card from MyEssentials. 3. Solution: If you to save the settings. Supported Operating Systems: • Windows XP Professional • Windows XP Home Edition 90 Troubleshooting Problem...