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    Wireless N Router DX-NRUTER USER GUIDE
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    your wireless router 8 Troubleshooting 55 Legal notices 67 One-Year Limited Warranty 69 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Dynex DX-NRUTER Wireless N Router. The easy installation and setup will have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Be sure to read through this User Guide completely
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    setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily. NAT IP Address Sharing-Your router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the cost of adding IP addresses to your Internet service
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    User Interface and you can control access to your network. Package contents • Dynex N Wireless Router • Quick Installation Guide • Installation software CD • RJ-45 Ethernet cable • Power supply • User Guide on Setup Assistant CD System requirements • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or
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    Product features 5 Setup Assistant software system requirements • A computer running Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista or running Mac OS X v10.x • Minimum 1 GHz processor and 128 MB RAM • Internet browser Components Your router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the
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    . When a computer is properly connected to one of the wired computer ports on the rear of your router, the LED will light. Off-The wireless network is off Solid Green-A 10base-T device is connected Solid Orange-A 100base-T device is connected Blinking-Port activity 7 Modem status LED This
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    Wired computer Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports default settings by using the Reset button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password. Resetting your router-Push and release the Reset button. The lights on your router
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    . Setup assistant Dynex has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your router up and running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet
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    your wireless router 9 Running the Setup Assistant To run the Setup Assistant: 1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. 2 Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer. 3 Insert the included CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant
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    10 Setting up your wireless router Setup Assistant will indicate each time a step in the setup has been completed. When it is time to name your network, the Setup Assistant will open the Naming your network screen. The default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name of
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    up your wireless router 11 6 If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration above. Select your country or ISP from the lists. The Setup Assistant will now configure your router by sending data to your router and restarting
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    opening your browser and going to any Web site. 7 You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to connect to the Internet by clicking Next. If you decide to add computers to your router later, select Exit the Assistant, then click Next. Troubleshooting the setup
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    Setting up your wireless router 13 To use the optional assistance to connect to other computers: 1 This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network. Follow the on-screen instructions. At this point, your router is set up and working properly. It
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    of your computers (wired and wireless) can successfully connect to the Internet through your router. To set up security: 1 On a computer that has a wired (cable) connection to your router, open a Web browser. In the address field, type 192.168.2.1 (or the IP address you customized), then click Enter
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    utility software on each to do the following (see you wireless adapter's user manual for more detailed instructions): a. Find your wireless network and connect to it. b. When prompted, enter the phrase you created above. Note: If a computer does not accept the phrase, it likely does not yet support
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    IP address, the IP address pool, DHCP settings, and more • Set your router router's internal password • Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) • Reset your router • Back up your configuration settings • Reset your router's default settings • Update your router's firmware To connect your router
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    DHCP server: • See "Manually configuring network settings" on page 46 for directions. Configuring your router using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface: 1 Open your Internet browser, then access your router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface by typing "192.168.2.1" in the address line (you do not
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    made to the settings by clicking any one of the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server) or by clicking the LAN quick-navigation link on the left side of the screen. Features-Shows the status of your router's NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking
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    Setting up your wireless router 19 Configure your router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) The Internet/WAN tab is where you will set up your router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Your router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP's system provided
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    wireless router Change WAN MAC Address If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the service, you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the current computer's MAC address through this link. Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) connection type to static IP A static IP
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    MTU setting can cause problems with your Internet connection including disconnection from the Internet, slow Internet access, and problems with Internet applications working properly. Disconnect after X-The Disconnect feature is used to automatically disconnect your router from your ISP when there
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    22 Setting up your wireless router Setting custom Domain Name Server (DNS) settings A Domain Name Server is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like "www.dynex.com" into IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter
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    click Apply Changes to save the changes. Your router's WAN MAC address is changed to the MAC address you specified. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using your Internet browser, you can access your router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface. Open your browser and enter 192.168.2.1 (do not
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    24 Setting up your wireless router Changing LAN settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of your router can be viewed and changed here. IP Address-The IP address is the internal IP address of your router. The default IP address is 192.168.2.1. To access the Web-Based Advanced User
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    you have set any of the other advanced features of your router such as DMZ or client IP filters, these are dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not want the IP address to change. Local Domain Name-The default setting is Dynex. You can set a local domain name (network name) for your
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    26). The channel can be changed, if needed. Changing the wireless network name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name (SSID for Service Set Identifier) is used. The SSID is your network name. The default network name of your router is "Dynex" followed by six digits that are unique to your
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    solve some wireless problems. 20MHz/40MHz auto Setting your router to this mode lets it switch automatically between 20 MHz and 40 MHz operation. This mode enables 40 MHz operation, to maximize speed for N, draft 802.11n-compliant devices when conditions permit. When a legacy 802.11g access point is
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    the screen illustrated below. Enter the client's PIN into your router's internal registrar (accessed through this screen). The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless network within two minutes. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)-Enabled or Disabled. Personal Identification Number (PIN
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    Setting up your wireless router 29 WPA2 Requirements IMPORTANT: In order to use WPA2 security, all your computers and wireless client adapters must be upgraded with patches, driver, and client utility software that support WPA2. At the time of this User Manual's publication, a couple security
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    : To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be equipped with software that supports WPA. At the time this User Manual was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free download. This patch works only with Windows XP. Your router supports WPA-Personal (PSK), which uses
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    Setting up your wireless router 31 Setting WEP encryption Note to Mac users: The Passphrase option will not operate with Apple® AirPort®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next section. To set WEP encryption: 1 From the
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    as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In Access Point (AP) mode, your router will need to be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you will bridge to. The default IP address is
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    your wireless router 33 Setting MAC Address Control The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that lets you specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network. Note: This list applies only to wireless computers. This list can be configured so any computer attempting to access
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    34 Setting up your wireless router Configuring the firewall Your router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: • IP Spoofing • Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD) • Denial of Service (DoS) • IP with zero length • Smurf Attack •
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    wireless router 35 Configuring Internal Forwarding settings The Virtual Servers function lets you route external (Internet) calls for services such as a Web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications through your router one port per internal IP address. Opening ports in your
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    your wireless router Setting Client IP filters Your router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. To restrict Internet access to
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    host names, free to the Internet community. The Dynamic DNSSM service is ideal for a home Web site, file server, or to make it easy to access your home PC and stored files while you're at work. Using the service can ensure that your host name always points to your IP address, no matter how often
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    up your wireless router WAN ping blocking Computer hackers use what is known as pinging to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there. Your router can be
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    turn off the power to your router during the restart. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, your router will be restarted. Your router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type your router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation
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    configuration before performing a firmware update. To save a current configuration: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, click Save/Backup Settings. The Save/Backup Settings page opens. 2 Click Save. The File Download window opens. 3 Click Save. A window will open that lets you select
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    Setting up your wireless router 41 4 Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name "Config." Be click Restore Previous Settings. The Restore Previous Settings page opens. 2 Click Browse. A window opens that lets you select the location of the configuration
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    router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. Updating the firmware From time to time, Dynex may release new versions of your router's firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may exist. When Dynex releases new firmware
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    Setting up your wireless router 43 To update your router's firmware: 1 On the Firmware Update page, click Browse. A window will open that lets you select the location of the firmware update file. 2 Browse to the firmware file you downloaded, then select the file by double-clicking the file name.
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    44 Setting up your wireless router 5 Click OK. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, your router's firmware update will be complete. Your router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type your router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the
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    is to allow access to your router from anywhere on the Internet by selecting Any IP address can remotely manage the Router. By typing in your WAN IP address from any computer on the Internet, you will be presented with a login screen where you need to type the password of your router. The second
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    Setting up your wireless router UPnP-compliant, and want to take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature. Select Enable in the UPnP Enabling section of the Utilities page, then click Apply Changes to save the change. Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update This innovation
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    Setting up your wireless router 47 4 In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. The following screen opens. 5 If Use the following IP address (2) is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write
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    48 Setting up your wireless router Windows 98 To manually configure network adapters in Windows 98SE: 1 Right-click My Network Neighborhood, then select Properties from the list. 2 Click TCP/IP, then settings for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window.
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    Setting up your wireless router 49 3 If Specify an IP address is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write down the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this information into your router. • Write in the IP address and subnet mask
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    50 Setting up your wireless router 3 Next to Configure (2), if Manually is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this information into your router. 4 If not already set, at Configure,
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    Setting up your wireless router 51 Mac OS X Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST using these steps. You can also use these steps to add computers to your router after your router has been set up to connect to the Internet. To manually configure network adapters in
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    NOT selected. If it is, you will need to configure your router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password. 5 If Manually is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this
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    Setting up your wireless router 53 To change settings in Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher: 1 Start your Web browser. Open the Tools menu, then click Internet Options. The Internet Options page opens. 2 Click the Connections tab. 3 Select Never dial a connection. If you cannot make a selection, go
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    wireless router 4 Click LAN Settings. The LAN Settings page opens. 5 Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: Automatically detect settings, Use automatic configurational script, Use a proxy server. Click OK to close the page, then click OK again in the Internet
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    Troubleshooting 55 Troubleshooting Placement of your router for optimal performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your router. Typical indoor operating range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection
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    User Guide. These guidelines should let you cover the maximum possible area with your router. If you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Dynex Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point. 5. Secure connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and
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    items: To solve the problem: 1 If the Setup Assistant is not able to find your router during the installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet. Examples of third-party firewall software are ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC
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    cannot connect my router to the Internet. Solution: If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect your router to the Internet, check the following items: To solve the problem: 1 Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Setup Assistant. 2 If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure
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    on changing this setting. You may need to configure your router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP. If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these settings, contact Dynex Technical Support. Problem: The Setup Assistant completed, but my Web browser doesn't work. I am
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    60 Troubleshooting Problem: I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly. Solution: If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, do the following. To solve the problem: 1 Look at the lights on your router. They should be as follows: • The "router" LED should be on. • The "
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    on your router's wireless Channel and SSID configuration page. If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall software, please contact Dynex Technical Support. Problem: My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Signal strength
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    To solve the problem: 1 Log into your router. 2 Open your Web browser and type the IP address of your router. (Your router's default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your router by clicking the Login button in the top, right-hand corner of the screen. You will be asked to enter your password. If you never
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    the manufacturer's user manual for that wireless client card. Problem: Do Dynex products support WPA/WPA2? Solution: Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this publication, a security patch download is available, for
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    64 Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on my router for a home network. To solve the problem: 1 Select WPA-PSK (no server) from the Security Mode drop-down menu. 2 For Encryption Technique, select TKIP or AES. This setting will have
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    Troubleshooting 65 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security and I am NOT using a Dynex client card for a home network. Solution: If you are NOT using a Dynex wireless N USB or wireless N notebook network card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software,
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    network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11g, can transmit information up to 54 Mbps. 802.11a also supports up to 54 Mbps, but and Internet sharing range through put *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. ****This Router is
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    Dynex Corporation, of 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A., declare under our sole responsibility that the product, DX U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and also with FDA Radiation Performance and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
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    68 Legal notices this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving
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    Dynex Products ("Dynex") warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new DX-NRUTER receipt and the Product to the address listed on the web site. . To obtain in-home warranty service for a television with a screen warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction • Installation • Set up adjustments
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    due to incorrect operation or maintenance • Connection to an incorrect voltage supply • Attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Dynex to service the Product • Products sold as is or with all faults • Consumables, such as fuses or batteries • Products where the factory applied
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    ENGLISH 08-1501 www.dynexproducts.com (800) 305-2204 PM01437 © 2008 Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. All rights reserved. DYNEX is a trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Registered in some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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USER GUIDE
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