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• USER GUIDE GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR • GUÍA DEL USUARIO Wireless G Router Routeur sans fil G Enrutador inalámbrico G DX-WGRTR2 Contents Dynex DX-WGRTR Wireless G Router Contents Introduction p. 2
• Product features p. 3
• Setting up your wireless router p. 8
• Troubleshooting p. 46
• Legal notices p. 57
• One year limited warranty p. 59
• Français p. 61
• Español Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Dynex DX-WGRTR Wireless G Router. The easy installation and setup will have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Be sure to read through this User Guide completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Product features” on page 3. Benefits of a home network Your home network will let you:• Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in your home• Share resources, such as files, and hard drives among all the connected computers in your home• Share a single printer with the entire family• Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures• Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another• Simultaneously play games online, check Internet e-mail, and chat Advantages of a wireless network Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Dynex wireless network: p. 127

• Mobility–you will no longer need a dedicated “computer room”— now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range
• Easy installation–Dynex Easy Installation Wizard makes setup simple

• Flexibility–set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from anywhere in your home
• Easy expansion–the wide range of Dynex networking products lets you expand your network to include devices such as printers and gaming consolesProduct features

• No cabling required–you can spare the expense and hassle of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office

• Widespread industry acceptance–choose from a wide range of interoperable networking products Product features In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Dynex Wireless G Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers—The router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS®, X v10.x, Linux®, Windows® 2000, XP, Vista™, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet). Front-Panel LED Display—Lighted LEDs on the front of the router indicate which functions are in operation. You'll know at-a-glance whether your router is connected to the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and status-monitoring procedures. Web-Based Advanced User Interface—You can set up the router's advanced functions easily through your web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. There are no disks to install or keep track of and you can make changes and perform 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 account. SPI 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, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment flooding. Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch—The router has a built-in, 4-port network switch to allow your wired computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and much more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of connected devices. The switch will transfer data between computers and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources. Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility—UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Support for VPN Pass-Through—If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection, your router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the Router and to your office network.4 Product features Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)—Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for the easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a complicated networking setup. Easy Install Wizard—The Easy Install Wizard takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). In a matter of minutes, your wireless router will be up and running on the Internet. Note: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Mac OS Mac OSx 10.4.x. If you are using another operating system, the Wireless Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Guide (see Alternate setup method on page 14. Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point—802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates up to 54 Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802.11b. MAC Address Filtering—For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique client identifiers) that are allowed access to your network. Every computer has its own MAC address. Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you can control access to your network. Package contents

• Installation software CD

• Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection

• At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter

• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer

Components The router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the router for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the router to provide you with information about network activity and status. Front panel # Component Description 1 Antenna Lets the router communicate with a wireless client (card or USB adapter). 2 Power/ready LED When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the Power/Ready LED blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the Power/Ready LED becomes a SOLID light, indicating the Router is ready for use. Off—Router is off Blinking Green—Router is booting up Solid Green—Router is ready 3 Security Sync button Push and hold this button for three seconds, then initiate the Security Sync (WPS) procedure on the client device within two minutes. Your client will automatically exchange the security information and be added to your wireless network. Pushing the Security Sync button will automatically enable WPS. See “Using Security Sync (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)” on page 26.

Product features 4 Security Sync LED Lights to indicate that WPS has been activated. Blinking Green—The router is searching for a WPS client to connect with. Solid Green—The secure connection has been established with the client. 5 Wireless network LED Off—The wireless network is off Solid Green—The wireless network is ready Blinking Green—Network activity 6 Internet LED This unique LED shows you when the router is connected to the Internet. When the light is OFF, the router is not connected to the Internet. When the light is blinking, the router is attempting to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid green, the router is connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature, this LED becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of your router's connection. Off—Router is not connected to the Internet Blinking Green—Router is attempting to connect to the Internet Solid Green—Router is connected to the Internet 7 Modem status LED This LED lights green to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the router. It blinks rapidly when information is being sent over the port between the router and the modem. Off—No WAN link Solid Green—Good WAN link Blinking Green—WAN activity 8 Wired computer status LEDs These LEDs are labeled 1-4 and correspond to the numbered ports on the rear of the router. When a computer is properly connected to one of the wired computer ports on the rear of the router, the LED will light. green means a 10Base-T device is connected, orange means a 100Base-T device is connected. When information is being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly. 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 # Component DescriptionProduct features

Back panel # Component Description 1 Wired computer ports - Blue Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ-45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the router. 2 Power jack The 5 V DC power supply plugs into this jack. 3 Modem port - Green This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that was provided with the modem to connect the modem to this port. Use of a cable other than the cable supplied with the cable modem may not work properly. 4 Reset button The Reset button is used in rare cases when the router may function improperly. Resetting the router restores the router's normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also restore the factory default settings by using the Reset button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password. Resetting the router—Push and release the Reset button. The lights on the router will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is complete. Restoring the Factory Defaults—Press and hold the Reset button for at least 10 seconds, then release it. The lights on the router will momentarily flash. The Power/ Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the restore is complete.

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Setting up your wireless router Modem requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ-45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ-45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ-45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ-45 Ethernet port on it. Important: Always install your router first! if you are installing numerous network devices for the first time, it is important that your router is connected and running before attempting to install other network components such as notebook cards and desktop cards. 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 Windows 2000 or XP computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Guide to configure your router. Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than Windows 2000 or XP, you must set up the router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Guide. Hardware connections To connect the hardware: 1 Unplug your modem's power cord. Put the router next to the modem and raise the router's antenna. 2 Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and computer. Unplug that cable from your modem, and plug it into any blue port on the back of the router. 3 Find your new networking cable (included in the box with your router) and connect it to the green port on the back of the router. Connect the other end to your modem, in the port that is now free. 4 Plug in your modem's power cord. Wait 60 seconds for the modem to start up. Plug the router's power supply into the black port on the back of the router. Plug the other end into the wall outlet. 5 Wait 20 seconds for the router to start up. Look at the display on the front of the router and make sure the Modem and one of the Wired Computers icons are lit up in green. If they are not, recheck your connections. Running the Setup Assistant software To run the Setup Assistant software: 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.Setting up your wireless route

3 Insert the Installation CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer's screen within 15 seconds. Double-click the Setup Assistant to run it, then follow the on-screen instructions. Important: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the router. Note: For Windows users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically, select your CD/DVD drive from My Computer and double-click the file named Setup Assistant to start the Setup Assistant. 4 When the Confirmation screen opens, verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow, then click Next to continue. The Setup Assistant will indicate each time a step in the setup has been completed. DYN EX10 Setting up your wireless route

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). This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect. 5 You can either accept the default name or change it to something unique. If you change it, write down the name for future reference. Click Next to continue. The Internet Account Info screen opens. 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 the router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the router while the router is rebooting. Doing so will render your router inoperable. After configuring the router, the Setup Assistant checks your connection to the Internet.Setting up your wireless route

This completes the router installation. You will see the Congratulations screen when your router can connect to the Internet. You can begin surfing by 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. To troubleshoot the setup: 1 If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the troubleshooting steps. 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 is now time to connect your other computers.12 Setting up your wireless route

Connecting computers wirelessly Computers with wireless network adapters can use this network. If you still need to install those adapters, do this now. Then follow their instructions on how to connect. When you do so, look for your network: John's Home Wi-Fi. Connecting computers with wired cables Computers with wired network adapters can use this network. If you still need to install those adapters, do this now. Then simply connect an Ethernet cable between your computer's network port and one of the available LAN ports (labeled connections to computers) on the back of this router.] Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are properly connected, your network is set up and working. You can now surf the Internet. Click Next to take you back to the main menu. Wireless Security Setup Be sure to complete the basic setup of your router before setting up security. Make sure that all 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 the Router, open up a web browser. In the address field, type 192.168.2.1 (or the IP address you customized), then click Enter. 2 In the menu at left, go to the wireless section and click Security. If asked to log in, enter your password or, if you have not yet set a custom password, leave this field blank. Then click, Submit.Setting up your wireless route

3 You will be asked to pick a security type. We recommend WPA2-PSK as the security mode and then WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK as the Authentication, as it is the most secure and easiest to use. Once you have made your choice, click Apply Changes. 4 In the Pre-shared key field, type a security key that is easy for you to remember. Using some punctuation will increase your network's security (for example, “My favorite team is the Tigers!”). Click Apply Changes. 5 Now go to each of your wireless computers. Use the wireless 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.14 Setting up your wireless route

Note: If a computer does not accept the phrase, it likely does not yet support WPA/WPA2. Go to your wireless adapter manufacturer's Web site and check for a driver update. 6 If you do not want to update your computer's wireless adapter to work wit h WPA/ WPA2, return to Step 4 and choose WEP. See the Dynex Wireless G Router Users Guide for instructions on setting up WEP. Alternate setup method The Web-Based Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up the router if you do not want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the router. From the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, you can perform the following tasks:

• View the router's current settings and status

• Configure the router to connect to your ISP with the settings that they provided you

• Change the current network settings such as the Internal IP address, the IP address pool, DHCP settings, and more

• Set the router's firewall to 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

• Update the router's firmwareSetting up your wireless route

To connect your router (step 1): 1 Turn off the power to your modem by unplugging the power supply from the modem. 2 Locate the network cable that is connected between your modem and your computer and unplug it from your computer, leaving the other end connected to your modem. 3 Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port on the back of the router labeled Modem. 4 Connect a new network cable (not included) from the back of the computer to one of the wired computer ports labeled 1-4. Note: It does not matter which numbered port you choose. 5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power supply to the modem. 6 Plug the power cord into the wall, then plug the cord into the router's power jack. 7 Make sure that your modem is connected to the router by checking the lights on the front of the router. The green light labeled Modem should be on if your modem is connected correctly to the router. If it is not, recheck your connections. 8 Make sure that your computer is connected properly to the router by checking the lights labeled 1-4. The light that corresponds to the numbered port connected to your computer should be on if your computer is connected properly. If it is not, recheck your connections. To set up your computer's network settings to work with a DHCP server:

• See “Manually configuring network settings” on page 43 for directions. Configuring the router using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface: 1 Open your Internet browser, the access the router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface by typing “192.168.2.1” in the address line (you do not need to type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”), then press Enter. The router's home page opens. Note: If you have difficulty accessing the Router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface, go to the section entitled “Manually Configuring Network Settings”. 2 To make any changes to the router's settings, you have to log in. Click Login, or click on any one of the links on the home page to go to the login screen. 3 In the login screen, leave the password blank (the router ships with no password entered) and click Submit to log in. One computer at a time can log into the router for the purposes of making changes to the settings of the router. 4 After you have logged in to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out. Clicking Logout will log the computer out. - OR - 5 The login will time out after a specified period of time. The default login time-out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from 1 to 99 minutes. For more information, see “Changing the Login Time-Out Setting” on page 41.16 Setting up your wireless route

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the Router's status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page. Quick-Navigation Links—You can go directly to any of the router's UI pages by clicking directly on these links. The links are divided into logical categories and grouped by tabs to make finding a particular setting easier to find. Clicking on the purple header of each tab will show you a short description of the tab's function. Home Button—The Home button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you back to the home page. Internet Status Indicator—This indicator is visible in all pages of the UI, indicating the connection status of the router. When the indicator says connection OK in green, the router is connected to the Internet. When the router is not connected to the Internet, the indicator will read no connection in red. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to the settings of the router. Login/Logout Button—This button enables you to log in and out of the router with the press of one button. When you are logged into the router, this button will change to read Logout. Logging into the router will take you to a separate login page where you will need to enter a password. When you are logged into the router, you can make changes to the settings. When you are finished making changes, you can log out of the router by clicking the Logout button. Help Button—The Help button gives you access to the router's help pages. Help is also available on many pages by clicking more info next to certain sections of each page. LAN Settings—Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the router. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on 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 the router's NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links or by clicking the Quick Navigation links on the left side of the screen. Internet Settings—Shows the settings of the Internet/WAN side of the router that connects to the Internet. Changes to any of these settings can be made by clicking on the links or by clicking on the Internet/WAN - Quick Navigation link on the left side of the screen.Setting up your wireless route

Version Info—Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the router. Page Name—The page you are on can be identified by this name. This User Guide will sometimes refer to pages by name. For instance LAN > LAN Settings refers to the LAN Settings page. 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). The router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP's system provided you have correctly configured the router's settings for your ISP's connection type. Your ISP connection settings are provided to you by your ISP. To configure the router with the settings that your ISP gave you: 1 Click Connection Type on the left side of the screen, then select the connection type you use. 2 If your ISP gave you DNS settings, clicking DNS lets you enter DNS address entries for ISPs that require specific settings. 3 Click MAC address to clone your computer's MAC address or type in a specific WAN MAC address, if required by your ISP. 4 When you have finished making settings, the Internet Status indicator will read connection OK if your router is set up properly. To set your Connection Type: 1 Click Connection Type from the menu on the left side of the screen. The Connection Type page opens. From this page you can select the type of connection you use by clicking the button next to your connection type and then clicking Next. Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type used with cable modems. Setting the connection type to dynamic in many cases is enough to complete the connection to your ISP. Some dynamic connection types may require a host name. You can enter your host name in the space provided if you were assigned one. Your host name is assigned by your ISP. Some dynamic connections may require that you clone the MAC address of the PC that was originally connected to the modem.18 Setting up your wireless route

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 address connection type is less common than other connection types. If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address. This information is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your ISP left with you. Type in your information, then click Apply Changes. After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will read connection OK if your router is set up correctly. Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that doesn't require a modem, you may also use PPPoE.Setting up your wireless route

Your connection type is PPPoE if:

• Your ISP gave you a user name and password, which is required to connect to the Internet;

• Your ISP gave you software such as WinPOET or Enternet300 that you use to connect to the Internet; or

• You have to double-click on a desktop icon other than your browser to get on the Internet. Enter the following: User Name–This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by your ISP. Password–Type in your password and re-type it into the Retype Password box to confirm it. Service Name–A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank. MTU–The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you a specific MTU setting. Making changes to the 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 minutes…–This feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this option and entering 5 into the minute field will cause the router to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet activity. This option should be used if you pay for your Internet service by the minute. 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 this information into the router. The Automatic from ISP box should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address. If you are using a static IP connection type, then you may need to enter a specific DNS address and secondary DNS address for your connection to work properly. If your connection type is dynamic or PPPoE, it is likely that you do not have to enter a DNS address. Leave the Automatic from ISP box checked. To enter the DNS address settings, uncheck the Automatic from ISP box and enter your DNS entries in the spaces provided. Click Apply Changes to save the settings.20 Setting up your wireless route

Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address All network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have a unique “serial number” called a MAC address. Your Internet Service Provider may record the MAC address of your computer's adapter and only let that particular computer connect to the Internet service. When you install the router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Dynex has provided the ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the computer into the router. This MAC address, in turn, will be seen by the ISP's system as the original MAC address and will allow the connection to work. If you are not sure whether your ISP needs to see the original MAC address, simply clone the MAC address of the computer that was originally connected to the modem. Cloning the address will not cause any problems with your network. To clone your MAC Address: 1 Make sure that you are using the computer that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before the router was installed. Click 2 Click Clone, then click Apply Changes. Your MAC address is now cloned to the router. To enter a specific MAC Address:

• Type in a MAC address in the spaces provided, then click Apply Changes to save the changes. The 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 the router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface. Open your browser and enter 192.168.2.1 (do not type in anything else such as “http:// ” or “www”), then press Enter. The router's home page opens in your browser window.Setting up your wireless route

Viewing the LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the LAN Setup tab will take you its header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click LAN Settings, or to view the list of connected computers, click DHCP Client List. Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. IP Address–The IP address is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is

192.168.2.1. To access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, type this IP address into the

address bar of your browser. This address can be changed if needed. To change the IP address, type in the new IP address and click Apply Changes. The IP address you choose should be a non-routable IP. Examples of a non-routable IP are: 192.168.x.x (where x is anywhere between 0 and 255), and 10.x.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255). Subnet Mask–There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced feature of your Dynex Router. It is possible to change the subnet mask if necessary; however, do NOT make changes to the subnet mask unless you have a specific reason to do so. The default setting is 255.255.255.0. DHCP Server–The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network automatically. The default setting is On. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so you must manually set a static IP address for each computer on your network. To turn off the DHCP server, select Off, then click Apply Changes.22 Setting up your wireless route

IP Pool–The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment to the computers on your network. The default is 2-100 (99 computers). If you want to change this number, you can do so by entering a new starting and ending IP address and clicking Apply Changes. The DHCP server can assign 100 IP addresses automatically. This means that you cannot specify an IP address pool larger than 100 computers. For example, starting at 50 means you have to end at 150 or lower so as not to exceed the 100-client limit. The starting IP address must be lower in number than the ending IP address. Lease Time–The length of time the DHCP server will reserve the IP address for each computer. We recommend that you leave the lease time set to Forever. The default setting is Forever, meaning that any time a computer is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server, the IP address will not change for that particular computer. Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one day or one hour frees IP addresses after the specified period of time. This also means that a particular computer's IP address may change over time. If you have set any of the other advanced features of the 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 network. There is no need to change this setting unless you have a specific advanced need to do so. You can name the network anything you want such as “MY NETWORK”. Viewing the DHCP Client List Page You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are connected to your network. You are able to view the IP address of the computer, the host name (if the computer has been assigned one), and the MAC address of the computer's network interface card (NIC). Pressing the Refresh button will update the list. If there have been any changes, the list will be updated.Setting up your wireless route

Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Clicking on the header of the Wireless tab will take you to the Wireless page. Under the Wireless tab, there are links that allow you to make changes to the wireless network settings. Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, an SSID (Service Set Identifier) is used. The default SSID of the router is “Dynex”. You can change this to anything you want to or you can leave it unchanged. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, you will want to make sure that your SSID is unique (does not match that of another wireless network in the area). To change the SSID, type in the SSID that you want to use in the SSID field and click Apply Changes. The change is immediate. If you make a change to the SSID, your wireless-equipped computers may also need to be reconfigured to connect to your new network name. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change. Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your router can operate in three different wireless modes: “g and b”, “g only”, and “b only”. The different modes are explained below. g and b Mode–In this mode, the router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and ensures successful operation with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. If you have a mix of 802.11b and 802.11g clients in your network, we recommend setting the router to g and b mode. This setting should only be changed if you have a specific reason to do so. g only Mode–g only mode works with 802.11g clients only. This mode is recommended only if you want to prevent 802.11b clients from accessing your network. To switch modes, select the desired mode from the Wireless Mode list, then click Apply Changes. b only Mode–We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very specific reason to do so. This mode exists only to solve unique problems that may occur with some 802.11b client adapters and is NOT necessary for interoperability of 802.11g and 802.11b standards.24 Setting up your wireless route

When to use b only Mode–In some cases, older 802.11b clients may not be compatible with 802.11g wireless. These adapters tend to be of inferior design and may use older drivers or technology. Switching to this mode can solve problems that sometimes occur with these clients. If you suspect that you are using a client adapter that falls into this category of adapters, first check with the adapter vendor to see if there is a driver update. If there is no driver update available, switching to b only mode may fix your problem. Please note that switching to b only mode will decrease 802.11g performance. QoS (Quality of Service) Configuration–QoS prioritizes important data on your network such as multimedia content and Voice over IP (VoIP) so it will not be interfered with by other data being sent over the network. Based on 802.11e, you can turn this feature on or off by selecting it from the drop-down menu (3) and choosing the acknowledgement mode you want to use. If you plan to stream multimedia content or use VoIP on your network, we recommend that you enable the QoS feature. Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the United States, there are 11 channels. In Australia, the United Kingdom, and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Router is configured to operate on the proper channels for the country you reside in. The default channel is 11 (unless you are in a country that does not allow channel 11). The channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel, select the channel from the list, then click Apply Changes. The change is immediate. Using the Broadcast SSID Feature Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network's SSID. Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that are scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the broadcast of the SSID, remove the check mark from the box next to Broadcast SSID, then click Apply Changes. The change is immediate. Each computer now needs to be set to connect to your specific SSID; an SSID of ANY will no longer be accepted. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change. Protected Mode Switch–As part of the 802.11g specification, Protected mode ensures proper operation of 802.11g clients and access points when there is heavy 802.11b traffic in the operating environment. When Protected mode is ON, 802.11g scans for other wireless network traffic before it transmits data. Therefore, using this mode in environments with HEAVY 802.11b traffic or interference achieves best performance results. If you are in an environment with very little-or no-other wireless network traffic, your best performance will be achieved with Protected mode OFF.Setting up your wireless route

Securing your Wi-Fi® Network Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from prying eyes and ears. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of this User Manual's publication, there are four encryption methods available. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) WEP is a common protocol that adds security to all Wi-Fi-compliant wireless products. WEP gives wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a comparable wired network. 64-Bit WEP—64-bit WEP was first introduced with 64-bit encryption, which includes a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (64 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 64-bit as 40-bit encryption. Shortly after the technology was introduced, researchers found that 64-bit encryption was too easy to decode. 128-Bit Encryption—As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption. Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All wireless products from Dynex will support both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP. 64-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 128-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy Wi-Fi Protected Access-TKIP Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit WEP WPA-TKIP/AES (or just WPA) WPA2-AES (or just WPA2) Security Good Better Best Best Features Static keys Static keys Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication Encryption keys based on RC4 algorithm (typically 40-bit keys) More secure than 64-bit WEP using a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system generated data TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) added so that keys are rotated and encryption is strengthened AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss26 Setting up your wireless route

WEP Encryption Keys—After selecting either the 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless networking devices will be unable to communicate with one another. You can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type a passphrase into the Passphrase field, then click Generate to create a key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex characters. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex characters. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key The WEP passphrase is NOT the same as a WEP key. Your card uses this passphrase to generate your WEP keys, but different hardware manufacturers might have different methods on generating the keys. If you have multiple vendors’ equipment in your network, the easiest thing to do is to use the hex WEP key from your wireless router and enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your card’s configuration screen. Security Sync (WPS) Your router is equipped with the latest security standard, called Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2), and the legacy security standard, called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your router also supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wireless network. WPS uses familiar methodologies, such as typing in a Personal Identification Number (PIN) or pushing a button, to enable users to automatically configure network names and strong WPA/WPA2 data encryption and authentication. By default, wireless security is disabled. To enable security, you need to determine which standard you want to use. To access the security settings, click Security on the Wireless tab. Using Security Sync (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Security Sync (WPS) uses WPA2 for encryption. It does not provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for securing your wireless network. You may use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to let a device access to your wireless network. Conceptually, the two methods work as follows: PBC: Push and hold the Security Sync (WPS) button located on the top of your router for three seconds. Then initiate the Security Sync (WPS) procedure on the client device within two minutes. Your client will automatically exchange the security information and be added to your wireless network. The client has now been securely added to your wireless network. Pushing the Security Sync button will automatically enable WPS. The PBC method can also be initiated from the notebook computer.Setting up your wireless route

PIN: The client device has a PIN number (either four or eight digits) that is associated with WPS. Enable WPS through the GUI shown below. Enter the client's PIN into the Router's internal registrar (accessed through this GUI). The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless network within two minutes.

1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Enabled or Disabled.

2. Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method: In this method, a wireless client wishing to

access your network must supply a 4- or 8-digit PIN to the router. After clicking "Enroll", you must start the WPS handshaking procedure from the client within two minutes.

3. Router PIN: If an external registrar is available, you can enter in the router's PIN to the

registrar. Click Generate New PIN to change the PIN from the default value, or click Restore Default PIN to reset the PIN value.

4. Push Button Configuration (PBC) Method: PBC is an alternate method to connect to a

WPS network. Push the Security Sync button located on the back of the router for three seconds, and then initiate the PBC on the client device. Alternatively, push the "Start PBC" soft button to start this process.

5. Manual Configuration Method: This section lists the default security settings if not using

WPS. The router features WPA2, which is the second generation of the WPA-based 802.11i standard. It offers a higher level of wireless security by combining advanced network authentication and stronger Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption methods. Wi-Fi Protected Areas (WPA) WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that improves upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be found on your wireless vendor’s Web site. There are three types of WPA security: WPA-PSK (no server), WPA (with radius server), and WPA2. WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the network key. A network key is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network. Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment. WPA (with radius server) is a system where a radius server distributes the network key to the clients automatically. This is typically found in a business environment. WPA2 requires Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for encryption of data, which offers much greater security than WPA. WPA uses both Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) and AES for encryption.28 Setting up your wireless route

Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure all your wireless devices are sharing the same network key. IMPORTANT: You must now set all wireless network cards/adapters to match these settings. Sharing the Same Network Keys Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure your wireless networking devices are sharing the same network key. The wireless G desktop card cannot access the network because it is using a different network key than the network key that is configured on the wireless G router. Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a combination of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. 64-bit keys are five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 two-digit numbers. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key Note to Mac users: Original Apple® AirPort® products support 64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Please check your product to see which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption. WEP Setup To set up 64-Bit WEP encryption: 1 Click Security under the Wireless heading on the left menu. The Wireless > Security page opens. 2 Select 64-bit WEP from the Security Mode list. 3 Enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in Passphrase, then type in your passphrase. 4 Click Generate to generate four different hex keys. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For example: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP keySetting up your wireless route

5 Click Apply Changes to save the setting. Caution: If you are configuring the Wireless G Router or access point from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to make sure that security is turned ON for this wireless client. If this is not done, your client will lose its wireless connection. To set up 128-Bit 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. 1 Click Security under the Wireless heading on the left menu. The Wireless > Security page opens. 2 Select 128-bit WEP from the Security Mode list. 3 Enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in Passphrase, then type in your passphrase. 4 Click Generate to generate four different hex keys. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. For example: C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key 5 Click Apply Changes to save the setting. Caution: If you are configuring the Wireless G Router or access point from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to make sure that security is turned ON for this wireless client. If this is not done, your client will lose its wireless connection. Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your router is equipped with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), the latest wireless security standard. It also supports the legacy security standard, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). By default, wireless security is disabled. To enable security, you must first determine which standard you want to use. To access the security settings, click Security under the Wireless heading on the left menu. WPA Setup Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this User Manual's publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft®. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. You also need to download the latest driver for your Dynex Wireless G Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Dynex support site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsoft's patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Dynex 802.11g products. WPA uses a so-called pre-shared key as the security key. A pre-shared key is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, and other characters. Each client uses the same key to access the network. Typically, this mode will be used in a home environment. WPA2 is the second generation of WPA, offering a more advanced encryption technique over WPA.30 Setting up your wireless route

To set up WPA/WPA2: 1 Click Security under the Wireless heading on the left menu. The Wireless > Security page opens. 2 Select WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK) from the Security Mode list. 3 Select WPA-PSK for just WPA authentication, or WPA2-PSK for just WPA2 authentication, or you may select WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK for WPA and WPA2 as the authentication type. 4 Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. This pre-shared key will allow users full access to your network including shared files and printers. 5 Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now set all clients to match these settings depending on the type of access you want them to have. Note: If your wireless card is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access is available for free download. The file that Microsoft has made available works only with Windows XP. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Important: You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver from their support site. To set up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to use WPA-PSK: 1 Under Windows XP, click Start, Control Panel, Network Connections. 2 Right-click Wireless Network Connection Properties, then click Properties. 3 Click the Wireless Networks tab. The following screen opens. 4 Make sure that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings box is checked.Setting up your wireless route

5 Click the Wireless Networks tab, then click Configure. The following screen opens. 6 For a home or small business user, select WPA-PSK under Network Authentication. Note: Select WPA if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server. Consult your network administrator for further information. 7 Select TKIP or AES under Data Encryption. This setting must be identical to the router that you set up. 8 Type in your encryption key in the Network key box. Important: Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. 9 Click OK to apply settings. Using the Access Point Mode Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In Access Point (AP) mode, the 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 192.168.2.254 and subnet mask is

255.255.255.0. These can be customized for your needs.32

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To use the Access Point mode: 1 Click Use as access point under the Wireless heading on the left menu. The Wireless > Use as Access Point page opens. 2 Select Enable. When you select this option, you will be able to change the IP settings. 3 Set your IP settings to match your network, then click Apply Changes. 4 Connect a cable from the Modem port on the router to your existing network. The router is now acting as an access point. To access the router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface again, type the IP address you specified into your browser's navigation bar. You can set the encryption settings, MAC address filtering, SSID, and channel normally. Configuring the Firewall Your router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including:

• Denial of Service (DoS)

• TCP Null ScanSetting up your wireless route

The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks. These ports appear to be Stealth, meaning that for all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker. You can turn the firewall function off if needed, however, it is recommended that you leave the firewall enabled. Disabling the firewall protection will not leave your network completely vulnerable to hacker attacks, but it is recommended that you leave the firewall enabled. 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 to your internal network. Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall, computers outside your network (over the Internet) cannot get to them because they cannot be seen. You will need to contact the application vendor to find out which port settings you need. To enter settings into the virtual server: 1 Open the Virtual Servers page, then enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal (server) machine, and the port(s) required to pass. 2 Select the port type (TCP or UDP), check the Enable box, then click Apply Changes. Each inbound port entry has two fields with five characters maximum per field that allows a start and end port range, e.g. [xxxxx]-[xxxxx]. For each entry, you can enter a single port value by filling in the two fields with the same value (for example, [7500]-[7500]) or a wide range of ports (for example [7500]-[9000]). If you need multiple single port values or a combination of ranges and a single value, you must use multiple entries up to the maximum of 20 entries (for example, 1. [7500]-[7500],

2. [8023]-[8023], 3. [9000]-[9000]). You can only pass one port per internal IP

address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a security risk. You can enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended that you disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.34 Setting up your wireless route

Setting Client IP Filters The 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 a single computer: 1 Open the Firewall > Client IP filters page, then enter the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields. 2 Enter 80 in both the port fields, select Both, then select Block. You can also select Always to block access all of the time. 3 Select the day to start on top, the time to start on top, the day to end on the bottom, and the time to stop on the bottom. 4 Select Enable, then click Apply Changes. The computer at the IP address you specified will now be blocked from Internet access at the times you specified. Be sure you have selected the correct time zone under Utilities> System Settings> Time Zone. Setting MAC Address Filtering The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to access the network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access. When you enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client (computer) on your network to allow network access to each. To set MAC Address Filtering: 1 Open the Firewall > MAC Address filters page, then click Enable MAC Address Filtering. 2 Enter the MAC address of each computer on your network by clicking in the space provided and entering the MAC address of the computer you want to add to the list.Setting up your wireless route

3 Click Add, then click Apply Changes to save the settings. You can have a MAC-address-filtering list of up to 32 computers. Note: You will not be able to delete the MAC address of the computer you are using to access the Router's administrative functions (the computer you are using now). Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) The DMZ feature lets you specify one computer on your network to be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary basis. The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks. If your ISP subscription provides you with additional public (WAN) IP addresses, additional computers can be placed outside the firewall provided each computer uses a different public (WAN) IP. To set up a DMZ for a computer:

• Open the Firewall > DMZ page and enter the last digits of the computer’s IP address in the IP field, click Enable, then click Apply Changes for the change to take effect. 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. The router can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens the level of security of your router. To turn off the ping response

• Open the Firewall > WAN Ping Blocking page and select Block ICMP Ping, then click Apply Changes. The router will not respond to an ICMP ping.36 Setting up your wireless route

Utilities tab This screen lets you manage different parameters of the router and perform certain administrative functions. Restarting the router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. To restart the router to restore normal operation: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, click Restart Router. The Restart Router page opens. 2 Click the Restart Router button. The following message appears. 3 Click OK. The following message appears. 4 Click OK. Restarting the router can take up to 25 seconds. It is important not to turn off the power to the router during the restart. A 25-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the router will be restarted. The router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser.Setting up your wireless route

Restoring factory default settings Using this option will restore all of the settings in the router to the factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before you restore all of the defaults. To restore factory default settings: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, click Restore Defaults. The following warning will appear. 2 Click OK. The following message appears. 3 Click OK. Restoring the defaults includes restarting the router. Restarting the router can take up to 25 seconds. It is important not to turn off the power to the router during the restart. A 25-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the router will be restarted. The router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. Saving a current configuration You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current 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 the location where you want to save the configuration file.38 Setting up your wireless route

4 Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “Config.” Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location and name of the file, click Save. 5 When the save is complete, you will see the following window. 6 Click Close. The configuration is now saved. Restoring a previous configuration This option will let you restore a previously saved configuration. To restore a previously saved configuration: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, 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 file. All configuration files end with a “.bin”. Locate the configuration file you want to restore, then double-click on it. The following message opens. 3 Click OK. A reminder window appears. It will take up to 35 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete.Setting up your wireless route

4 Click OK. A 35-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the router's configuration will be restored. The router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the 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 the router's firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may exist. When Dynex releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Dynex update Web site and update your router's firmware to the latest version. To search for and download a new version of the firmware: 1 Under the Utilities heading on the left menu, click Firmware Update. The Utilities > Firmware updates page opens. 2 Click Check Firmware. The utility checks to see if there is an updated version of the firmware available. 3 If a new version of the firmware is available, a window will open that lets you select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location, click Save. Note: We suggest saving this to your desktop to make it easy to locate the file. 4 When the save is complete, you will see the following window. 5 Click Close. The download is complete. To update the firmware, follow the steps in To updating the router's firmware.40 Setting up your wireless route

To update the 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 on the file name. 3 The Update Firmware box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click Update. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. 4 Click OK. You will see one more message. This message tells you that the router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the router and the router is rebooted. 5 Click OK. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the router's firmware update will be complete. The router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router's address (default =

192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser.

The firmware update is complete.Setting up your wireless route

Changing system settings The System Settings page is where you can enter a new administrator password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on and off the NAT function of the Router. Setting or changing the Administrator Password The router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if you need to log into the router in the future. It is also recommended that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management feature of your router. Changing the Login Time-Out Setting The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you can be logged into the router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface. The timer starts when there has been no activity. For example, you have made some changes in the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then left your computer alone without clicking “Logout.” Assuming the time-out is set to 10 minutes, then 10 minutes after you leave, the login session will expire. You will have to log into the Router again to make any more changes. The login time-out option is for security purposes and the default is set to 10 minutes. Note: Only one computer can be logged into the router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface at one time. Setting the time and time zone The router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) server. This allows the router to synchronize the system clock to the global Internet. The synchronized clock in the router is used to record the security log and control client filtering. Select the time zone that you reside in. If you reside in an area that observes daylight saving, then place a check mark in the box next to Automatically Adjust Daylight Saving. The system clock may not update immediately. Allow at least 15 minutes for the router to contact the time servers on the Internet and get a response. You cannot set the clock yourself.42 Setting up your wireless route

Enabling Remote Management Before you enable this advanced feature of your router, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote management allows you to make changes to your router's settings from anywhere on the Internet. There are two methods of remotely managing the router. The first is to allow access to the 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 in the password of your router. The second method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage the router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method, enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the router from in the space provided and select Only this IP address can remotely manage the Router. Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that you set your administrator password. Leaving the password empty will potentially open your router to intrusion. Enabling/Disabling Network Address Translation (NAT) Note: This feature should only be modified by advanced users. NAT is the method by which the router shares the single IP address assigned by your ISP with the other computers on your network and is enabled by default. NAT should only be disabled if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or you need NAT disabled for an advanced system configuration. If you have a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may also occur. Turning off NAT will disable your firewall functions. Enabling/Disabling UPnP UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some applications require the router's firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports. An application that is UPnP-compliant has the ability to communicate with theSetting up your wireless route

router, basically “telling” the router which way it needs the firewall configured. The router ships with the UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that are UPnP-compliant, and wish 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 provides the router with the built-in capability to automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available. When you log into the router's Web-Based Advanced User Interface, the router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available. If so, you will be notified. You can choose to download the new version or ignore it. The router ships with this feature enabled. If you want to disable it, select Disable, then click Apply Changes. Manually configuring network settings In order for your computer to properly communicate with your router, you will need to change your PC's TCP/IP settings to DHCP. To manually configure network adapters in Windows 2000, NT, XP, or Vista: 1 Click Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click the Network and dial-up connections icon (Windows 2000) or the Network icon (Windows XP or Vista). 3 Right-click the Local Area Connection associated with your network adapter, then select Properties from the list. 4 Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. The following screen opens.44 Setting up your wireless route

5 If Use the following IP address is selected, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information down. You will need to enter this information into the router. 6 If not already selected, select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically, then click OK. Your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the router. To manually configure network adapters in Windows 98SE or Me: 1 Right-click My Network Neighborhood, then select Properties from the list. 2 Select TCP/IP, then settings for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window. 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. You will need to enter this information into the router.

• Write in the IP address and subnet mask from the IP Address tab.

• Click the Gateway tab. Write the gateway address down in the chart.

• Click the DNS Configuration tab. Write the DNS address(es) in the chart. 4 If not already selected, click Obtain IP address automatically in the IP Address tab, then click OK. 5 Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the router. 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 the Router has been set up to connect to the Internet. To manually configure network adapters in Mac OS X: 1 Click the System Preferences icon. The System Preferences menu opens.Setting up your wireless route

2 Click Network. The Network window opens. 3 Select Built-in Ethernet from the Show list. 4 Click the TCP/IP tab. Next to Configure:, you should see Manually or Using DHCP. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab to make sure that Connect using PPPoE is NOT selected. If it is, you will need to configure your router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password. Note: If Manually is selected in the Configure list, your router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write down the address information. You will need to enter this information into the router. 5 Select Using DHCP from the Configure: list, then click Apply Now. Your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the router. Recommended Web browser settings In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your Web browser's settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser's settings to the recommended settings in this section. To change settings in Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher: 1 Start your Web browser. Open the Tools menu, then select Internet Options. The Internet Options page opens.46 Troubleshooting 2 Click the Connections tab, then select Never dial a connection. If you cannot make a selection, go to the next step. 3 Click LAN Settings…. The LAN Settings page opens. 4 Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options. Click OK to close the page, then click OK again in the Internet Options page to exit. To change settings in Netscape® Navigator® 4.0 or higher: 1 Start Netscape, then open the Edit menu and click Preferences. The Preferences page opens. 2 Click Advanced, then click Proxies. 3 Select Direct connection to the Internet, then click OK to exit. Troubleshooting Placement of your router for optimal performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your wireless router. Typical indoor operating range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as the distance between your wireless router and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move farther from your wireless router, connection speed may decrease.Troubleshooting

Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a position between five and 10 feet from the wireless router in order to see if distance is the problem. Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning. If you are concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.

1. Placement of your wireless router

Place your wireless router, the central connection point of your network, as close as possible to the center of your wireless network devices. To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients,” (for example, computers enabled by Wireless Notebook Cards, Wireless Desktop Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):

• Make sure that your wireless router’s antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction.

• In multistory homes, place the wireless router on a floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the wireless router on an upper floor.

• Try not to place the wireless router near a cordless 2.4 GHz phone.

2. Avoid obstacles and interference

Avoid placing your wireless router near devices that may emit radio “noise”, such as microwave ovens. Other objects that can inhibit wireless communication can include:

• Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path between your computers and wireless router.

3. Cordless phone placement

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

• Try moving cordless phones away from the wireless router and your wireless-enabled computers.

• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4 GHz band (check manufacturer’s information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering.48 Troubleshooting

• If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network as possible. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your wireless router to channel 11. (Your channel selection will vary depending on your region.) See your phone’s user guide for detailed instructions.

• If necessary, consider switching to a 900 MHz or 5 GHz cordless phone.

4. Choose the “quietest” channel for your wireless network

In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless networks nearby that can conflict with yours. Use the Site Survey capabilities of your Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible. Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices. For more wireless networking products from Dynex, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your 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 are used where security is important. Secure connections include:

• Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect remotely to an office network

• The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL), which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another DSL or cable service

• Most online banking Websites

• Many commercial Websites that require a user name and password to access your account Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by re-running the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure Web site. A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management settings so it does not go to sleep. However, this may not be appropriate for portable computers. To change your power management setting in Windows, see the Power Options item in the Control Panel. If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, review the items above to be sure you have addressed these issues.Troubleshooting

Problem: Installation CD does not automatically start. Solution: If the CD does not start the Easy Install Wizard automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.

1. If the Easy Install Wizard screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your CD

drive by double-clicking the My Computer icon located on your desktop.

2. Next, double-click on the CD drive containing the Easy Install Wizard Software CD.

3. The Easy Install Wizard should start within a few seconds. If a window opens showing the

files on the CD, double-click EasyInstall.exe.

4. If the Easy Install Wizard still does not start, see “Manually configuring network settings”

on page 43 for an alternate setup method. Problem: The Easy Install Wizard cannot find my router. Solution: If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the router during the installation process, please check the following items:

1. If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the 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 Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, and Norton Personal Firewall. If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, please make sure that you properly configure it. You can determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you will need to change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow Internet access.

2. Unplug the AC adapter r from the router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power back into

the router. Make sure that the router's Power light is on and solid green. If not, make sure that the AC adapter is correctly connected to the router and plugged into a wall outlet.

3. Make sure that you 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 LAN ports, labeled “1” through “4”, on the back of the router. Note: The computer should NOT be connected to the port labeled “Internet/WAN” on the back of the router.

4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer, then rerunning the Easy Install Wizard.

If the Easy Install Wizard is still unable to find the router, see “Manually configuring network settings” on page 43 for an alternate setup method. Problem: The Easy Install Wizard cannot connect my router to the Internet. Solution: If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to connect the router to the Internet, check the following items:50 Troubleshooting

1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Easy Install Wizard. If the troubleshooting

screen does not open automatically, click the Troubleshoot button in the lower, right-hand corner of the Easy Install Wizard window.

2. If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure that you have typed in your user

name and password correctly. Some user names require that the ISP's domain be at the end of the name. For example: [e-mail]. The @myisp.com part of the user name may need to be typed as well as your user name. If you continue to have no Internet connection, see “Manually configuring network settings” on page 43 for an alternate setup method. Problem: The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my Web browser doesn't work. - OR - I am unable to connect to the Internet. The router's WAN light is off and the Connected light is blinking. Solution: If you cannot connect to the Internet, the WAN light is off, and the Connected light is blinking, the problem may be that your modem and router are not connected properly.

1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the router is connected. We

strongly recommend using the cable that was supplied with your cable or DSL modem for this purpose. The cable should be connected at one end to the router's Internet/WAN port, and at the other end to the network port on your modem.

2. Unplug the cable or DSL modem from its power source for three minutes. After three

minutes, plug the modem back into its power source. This may force the modem to properly recognize the router.

3. Unplug the power to your router, wait 10 seconds, and then reconnect the power. This will

cause the router to reattempt communication with the modem.

4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer.

Problem: The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my Web browser doesn't work. -OR- I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router's WAN light is on and the Connected light is blinking. Solution: If you cannot connect to the Internet, the WAN light is on, and the Connected light is blinking, the problem may be that your connection type may not match the ISP's connection.

• If you have a static IP address connection, your ISP must assign you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. See”Alternate setup method” on page 14 for details on changing this setting.

• You may need to configure your router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP. To search our Knowledge Base for ISP-specific issues, go to: http://www.dynexsupport.com and type in “ISP.”Troubleshooting

Problem: The Easy Install Wizard completed, but my web browser doesn't work. - OR - I am unable to connect to the Internet. The WAN light on my router is blinking and the Connected light is solid. Solution: If the WAN light is blinking and the Connected light is solid, but you are unable to access the Internet, 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 Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, and Norton Personal Firewall. If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, please make sure that you properly configure it. You can determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is disabled and Internet access works properly, you will need to change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on. Refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow Internet access. Problem: I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly. Solution: If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please do the following:

1. Look at the lights on your router. They should be as follows:

• The Power light should be on.

• The Connected light should be on and not blinking.

• The WAN light should be either on or blinking.

2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom,

right-hand corner of the screen. If you are also using a Dynex wireless card or adapter with this router, the tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green):

3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of wireless card you have;

however, any of the utilities should have a list of Available Networks-those wireless networks it can connect to. Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results? Yes, my network name is listed-go to the troubleshooting solution titled “I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed”. No, my network name is not listed-go to the troubleshooting solution titled “I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is not listed”.52 Troubleshooting Problem: I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed. Solution: If the name of your network is listed in the Available Networks list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly:

1. Click on the correct network name in the Available Networks list.

2. If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will need to enter the network key.

For more information regarding security, see “Securing your Wi-Fi® Network” on page 25.

3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower, left corner of your screen should turn

green, indicating a successful connection to the network. Problem: I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is not listed. Solution: If the correct network name is not listed under Available Networks in the wireless configuration utility, please attempt the following troubleshooting steps:

1. Temporarily move your computer, if possible, 5 to 10 feet away from the router. Close the

wireless configuration utility, and reopen it. If the correct network name now appears under Available Networks, you may have a range or interference problem. See the suggestions discussed in “Product features” on page 3.

2. Using a computer that is connected to the router through a network cable (as opposed to

wirelessly), make sure that Broadcast SSID is enabled. This setting is found on the router's wireless Channel and SSID configuration page. Problem: My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Signal strength is poor. I am having difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. Solution: Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you move farther away from the router or access point. In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet away from the router. Changing the Wireless Channel Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the router is shipped with is channel 11. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region (see “Changing the Wireless Channel” on page 24 for instructions on how to choose other channels).Troubleshooting

Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open Network Connections and double-click on your wireless card's connection. In the Properties dialog box, select the Configure button on the General tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the wireless card in the list box and then click Properties), then choose the Advanced tab and select the rate property. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless card's user manual. Problem: How do I extend the range of my wireless network? Solution: Dynex recommends using one of the following products to extend wireless network coverage throughout large homes or offices:

• Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively double the coverage area of your wireless network. An access point is typically placed in the area not currently covered by your wireless G router, and is connected to the router using either an Ethernet cable or through your home's power lines using two Powerline ethernet adapters. Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Dynex wireless router or Dynex access point. Solution:

1. Log into your wireless router or access point.

Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the wireless router or access point. (The router's default is 192.168.2.1, the access point's default is 192.168.2.254.) Log into your router by clicking on Login button in the top, right-hand corner of the screen. You will be asked to enter your password. If you never set a password, leave the password field blank, then click Submit. Click the Wireless tab on the left of your screen. Select the Encryption or Security tab to get to the security settings page.

2. Select 128-bit WEP from the list.

3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can type in your hex WEP key manually, or

you can type in a passphrase in the Passphrase field, then click Generate to create a WEP key from the passphrase. Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now set all of your clients to match these settings. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. For example: C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key54 Troubleshooting

4. Click Apply Changes to finish. Encryption in the wireless router is now set. Each of your

computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings. Caution: If you are configuring the wireless router or Access Point from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to ensure that security is turned on for this wireless client. If this is not done, you will lose your wireless connection. Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Check your Apple AirPort product to see which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption. Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Dynex client card (wireless network card or adapter). Solution: The client card must use the same key as the wireless G router or access point. For instance, if your wireless router or access point uses the key 00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the exact same key.

1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Network Utility screen.

Click the Advanced button to view and configure more options of your client card. The Wireless LAN Utility opens. This utility lets you manage all the advanced features of the client card.

2. Click the Wireless Network Properties tab, then select a network name from the

Available Networks list and click the Properties button.

3. Select WEP, on the Data Encryption list.

5. Make sure that the The key is provided for me automatically box at the bottom is

unchecked. If you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network, consult your network administrator if this box needs to be checked.

6. Type your WEP key in the Network key box.

Important: A WEP key is a combination of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-7. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your wireless G router or access point. For example: C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key

8. Click OK, then click Apply to save the settings.

If you are NOT using a Dynex wireless client card, please consult the manufacturer's user manual for that wireless client card. Problem: Do Dynex products support WPA? 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 free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. Download the patch here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details.aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-274845dc9e91&displaylang=enTroubleshooting

You also need to download the latest driver for your Dynex wireless 802.11g desktop or notebook network card from the Dynex support site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsoft's patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Dynex 802.11g products. Download the latest driver at http://www.dynexproducts.com. Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Dynex wireless router or Dynex access point for a home network. Solution:

1. Select WPA-PSK (no server) from the Security Mode list.

2. Select TKIP or AES for Encryption Technique. This setting will have to be identical on

the clients that you set up.

3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters,

numbers, symbols, or spaces. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. For example, your PSK might be something like: “Smith family network key”.

4. Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now set all clients to match these settings.

Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Dynex client card (wireless network card or adapter) for a home network. Solution: Clients must use the same key that the wireless G router or access point uses. For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the wireless G router or access point, the clients must also use that same key.

1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Network Utility screen.

2. Click the Advanced button, the Dynex Wireless LAN Utility will open. This Utility lets you

manage all the advanced features of the Dynex client card.

3. Click the Wireless Network Properties tab, then select a network name from the

Available Networks list, then click the Properties button. The Properties page opens.

4. Select WPA-PSK (no server) from the Network Authentication list.

5. Type your WPA key in the Network key box.

Important: WPA-PSK is a combination of numbers and letters from A-Z and 0-9. For WPA-PSK, you can enter eight to 63 characters. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your wireless G router or access point.

6. Click OK, then Apply to save the settings.56

Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Dynex client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a business. Solution:

1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon. The Wireless Network Utility screen opens.

2. Click the Advanced button is clicked, the Dynex Wireless LAN Utility opens. This Utility lets

you manage all the advanced features of the Dynex client card.

3. Click the Wireless Network Properties tab, then select a network name from the

Available Networks list, then click the Properties button. The Properties page opens.

4. Select WPA from the Network Authentication list.

5. Click the Authentication tab, then select the settings that are indicated by your network

6. Click OK, then Apply to save the settings.

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 WPA wireless desktop or wireless notebook network card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available for free download: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/search.aspx?displaylang=en Note: The file that Microsoft has made available works only with Windows XP. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver from their support site. Supported Operating Systems:

1. In systems running Windows XP, click Start, Control Panel, Network Connections.

2. Right-click the Wireless Networks tab. The Wireless Network Connection Properties screen

opens. Make sure that the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings box is checked.

3. Back on the Wireless Networks tab, click the Configure button. The Client Card

Properties screen opens.

4. For a home or small business user, select WPA-PSK under Network Administration.

5. Select TKIP or AES on the Date Encryption list. This setting will have to be identical to

the wireless G router or access point that you set up.

6. Type in your encryption key in the Network key box.

Important: Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters (letters, numbers, or symbols). The same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up.

7. Click OK to apply settings.Legal notices

What's the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802.11n? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at 11 Mbps; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54 Mbps; and 802.11n works at 108 Mbps. The 802.11n release, has speeds that exceed 802.11g, and up to twice the wireless coverage area. See the following chart for more detailed information. *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. Legal notices FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, the Dynex Corporation, of 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A., declare under our sole responsibility that the product, DX-WGRTR, to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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. Wireless Technology802.11b 802.11g 802.11a 802.11nSpeed 11Mbps 54Mbps 54Mbps 600% faster than standard 802.11g* Frequency Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz 5GHz- uncrowded band Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Compatibility Compatible with 802.11g Compatible with 802.11b Incompatible with 802.11b or 802.11g Compatible with 802.11g or 802.11b Coverage* Depends on interference-typically 100-200 ft. indoors Depends on interference-typicall y 100-200 ft. indoors Interference range is typically 50-100 ft. Up to 800% wider coverage than standard 802.11g* Advantage Mature-legacy technology Common-widesprea d use for Internet sharing Less interference- great for multimedia application Leading edge- best coverage and throughput58 Legal notices Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be placed in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8 inches) during normal operation. FCC warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. DHHS and FDA safety certification This product is made and tested to meet safety standards of the FCC, requirements and compliance with safety performance of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and also with FDA Radiation Performance Standards 21 CFR Subchapter J. Canada ICES-003 statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If 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 antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help. RSS 310 statement To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.Legal notices

One year limited warranty Dynex Products (“Dynex”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new DX-WGRTR (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacture of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”). This Product must be purchased from an authorized dealer of Dynex brand products and packaged with this warranty statement. This warranty does not cover refurbished Product. If you notify Dynex during the Warranty Period of a defect covered by this warranty that requires service, terms of this warranty apply. How long does the coverage last? The Warranty Period lasts for one year (365 days) from the date you purchased the Product. The purchase date is printed on the receipt you received with the product. What does this warranty cover? During the Warranty Period, if the original manufacture of the material or workmanship of the Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Dynex repair center or store personnel, Dynex will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Dynex and are not returned to you. If service of Products and parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges. This warranty lasts as long as you own your Dynex Product during the Warranty Period. Warranty coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the Product. How to obtain warranty service? If you purchased the Product at a retail store location, take your original receipt and the Product to the store you purchased it from. Make sure that you place the Product in its original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original packaging. If you purchased the Product from an online web site, mail your original receipt and the Product to the address listed on the web site. Make sure that you put the Product in its original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original packaging. To obtain in-home warranty service for a television with a screen 25 inches or larger, call 1-888-BESTBUY. Call agents will diagnose and correct the issue over the phone or will have a Dynex-approved repair person dispatched to your home. Where is the warranty valid? This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser of the Product in the United States and Canada. What does the warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction

• Damage due to acts of God, such as lightning strikes

• Modification of any part of the Product

• Plasma display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for lengthy periods (burn-in). This warranty also does not cover:

• Damage 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 serial number has been altered or removed60 Legal notices REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. DYNEX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR THE BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST DATA, LOSS OF USE OF YOUR PRODUCT, LOST BUSINESS OR LOST PROFITS. DYNEX PRODUCTS MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD. SOME STATES, PROVINCES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE. Contact Dynex: For customer service please call 1-800-305-2204 www.dynexproducts.com DYNEX

is a registered trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC. Dynex, 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A.Table des matières

• ICMP defect (Defecto de ICMP)