MC-WR11 - Router ModeCom - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wireless Router (11n, 150Mbps)
Model	MC-WR11
Brand	ModeCom
Dimensions (L x W x H)	202 x 120 x 31 mm
Weight	324 g
Power Supply	9V DC, 1A
Maximum Power Consumption	13.5 W
Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11n (1T1R), backward compatible with 802.11b/g
Wireless Speed	Up to 150 Mbps
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz
Number of LAN Ports	4 x 10/100 Mbps RJ45
WAN Port	1 x 10/100 Mbps RJ45
Antenna	2 external detachable antennas
Wireless Modes	AP, Client, WDS, AP+WDS, Universal Repeater
Security Encryption	WEP 64/128-bit, WPA, WPA2, WPA2 Mixed, 802.1x, WPS
Firewall Features	NAT, SPI, DoS prevention, MAC/IP/URL filtering
Quality of Service (QoS)	WMM, bandwidth control per IP
WAN Connection Types	DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP
Dynamic DNS	DynDNS, TZO, 3322.org
Operating Temperature	-10°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C
Humidity	10% – 90% (non-condensing)
Default IP Address	192.168.1.1
Default Admin Credentials	Username: admin, Password: admin
Certifications	CE, FCC

Frequently Asked Questions - MC-WR11 ModeCom

What is the default IP address and login for the ModeCom MC-WR11?

The default IP address is 192.168.1.1 and the default username/password is admin/admin.

How do I reset the router to factory defaults?

Press and hold the RESET/WPS button on the back panel for more than 5 seconds. The router will reboot and restore factory settings.

Does the MC-WR11 support WPS?

Yes, the router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Press the RESET/WPS button for less than 2 seconds to activate WPS, and the WPS LED will flash for about two minutes.

What security modes are available?

The router supports WEP 64/128-bit, WPA, WPA2, WPA2 Mixed, 802.1x, and WPS. It also includes MAC address filtering.

How can I protect my wireless network from intruders?

Enable WPA2 encryption, use a strong password, disable SSID broadcast if needed, and enable MAC address filtering. The router also has a built-in firewall and DoS prevention.

What WAN connection types does the MC-WR11 support?

It supports DHCP Client, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, and L2TP. Choose the mode according to your ISP.

Can I use the router as a wireless repeater?

Yes, the router supports Universal Repeater mode (AP+Client) and WDS mode for extending wireless coverage.

How do I configure QoS on the MC-WR11?

Go to Advanced Setup > QoS Setup. You can set minimum or maximum bandwidth for specific IP addresses or ranges. The router also supports WMM for multimedia traffic.

What should I do if I forget the router’s password?

Perform a factory reset by holding the RESET button for more than 5 seconds. All settings will be erased, and the default password (admin) will be restored.

Does the MC-WR11 support IPv6?

The manual does not mention native IPv6 support. The router is designed for IPv4 networks with features like NAT and DHCP.

USER MANUAL MC-WR11 ModeCom

White wireless router with two black antennas, no visible text or symbols on body

user's manual

MODECOM

Contents

User's manual guide 4

Chapter 1 Introduction 4

Features 4

1.2 Operation Environment 5
1.3 System Requirements 6

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 6

2.1 Led indicators 6
2.2 Back Panel Features 6
2.3 Typical install 7

Chapter 3 Quick Install Guide 8

3.1 TCP/IP Settings 8

3.2 Getting Started 9

3.3 Setup Wizard 10

Chapter 4 Advanced Setup 18

4.1 Wireless Advanced setup 18
4.2 Service Setup 21
4.3 Security Setup 24
4.4 QoS Setup 29
4.5 Router Setup 29
4.6 System 30

User's manual guide

Latest versions of manuals, quick start guides, drivers and software are available on www.modecom.eu website.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Provided technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice. All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of this outstanding Wireless Router. The Wireless Router integrates 4-port switch, firewall, NAT-router and Wireless Access Point. This product is specifically designed for Home networks and Medium or Small Corporation needs. It will allow you to connect your network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet Access, files and fun, easily and securely. It is easy to configure and operate even for users without wide experience with network devices. Instructions for installing and configuring this product can be found the manual delivered with the product and also available at www.modecom.eu website. Before you install and use this product, please read this manual carefully to exploit all the functions of this product.

Features

WAN: Gateway / Bridge / WISP / Static IP / DHCP / PPPoE / PPTP / L2TP / UPnP

LAN: RJ45 4port switch / DHCP Client, Server / Static DHCP / IP&MAC Bind

Wireless: Compliant with draft IEEE 802.11n standard (MC-WR22-2T2R / MC-WR11-1T1R)

Up to: 300Mbps (MC-WR22) / 150Mbps (MC-WR11) data transfer rates in IEEE 802.11n mode

Backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g

Supports both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc Networking Modes

Work modes: AP / Client / WDS / AP+WDS / Universal Repeater (AP+Client)

Supports WPS, WPA2 (802.11i), WPA, WPA2/WPA Mixed, 802.1x advanced security

Supports 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption

Quality of Service (QoS) - WMM, WMM-PS

Auto wireless transmission channel select for optimal performance

Wireless access control (MAC address filter)

Advanced Wireless control:

Fragment Threshold / RTS Threshold / Beacon Interval

Preamble Type: Long / Short

IAPP - Roaming (802.11f)

Protection / Aggregation / Short GI / WLAN Partition

RF Output Power control

Multiple BSSID

Dynamic DNS:

DynDNS.org / TZO / 3322.org

NAT:

NAT/NAPT IP sharing / DMZ / Port Forwarding / Port Trigger / UPnP

QoS:

Yes - IP (single or range) Grant MIN or MAX bandwidth

Firewall protection:

Ping Access on WAN / IGMP Proxy / Web Server Access on WAN / IPsec/

PPTP/L2TP VNP pass through /

Src MAC or IP Filter / URL Filter / Dst IP and Port Filter /

DoS Prevention:

Whole System Flood: SYN, FIN, UDP, ICMP

Per-Source IP Flood: SYN, FIN, UDP, ICMP

TCP/UDP Port Scan (High/Low Sensitivity)

ICMP Smurf, IP Land, IP Spoof, IP TearDrop, PingOfDeath, TCP Scan, TCP

SynWithData, UDP Bomb, UDP EchoChargen

Source IP Blocking (Block for a specified time)

System Management:

Access Schedule / NTP support / FW Upgrade / Save/Load Config / Reboot /

User name and password management

1.2 Operation Environment

Dimensions: 202 (L) x 120 (W) x 31 (H)mm

Unit Weight: 324g

Power Input: 9V DC, 1A

Consumption: 13.5W(Max)

Storage Temperature: -40°C \~70°C

Operating Temperature : -10°C \~50°C

Storage Humidity: 5% \~95% RH Non-condensing

Operating Humidity: 10% \~90% RH Non-condensing

1.3 System Requirements

An Ethernet-Based Cable or DSL modem

10/100M Ethernet Card on PC

TCP/IP network protocol for each PC

RJ45 Twisted-pair cable

Internet browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera or Chrome

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2.1 Led indicators

SYS/Power (Red): Flickering light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.

While resetting the SYS LED will flash differently (shine for 2 seconds and stop for 1 second).

WPS (Green): The Led will flicker for about two minutes when WPS session is active.

WLAN (Wireless LAN) (green): The LED is flickering during wireless activity. LAN 1,2,3,4 (green): The Link/Act LED serves two purposes. If the LED is continuously illuminated, the Router is successfully connected to a device through the corresponding port. If the LED is flickering, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

WAN (Green): The Link/Act LED serves two purposes. If the LED is continuously illuminated, the Router is successfully connected to a device through the corresponding port. If the LED is flickering, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

2.2 Back Panel Features

LAN(1,2,3,4): 10/100Mbps RJ45 Auto-sensing. These four LAN ports are where you will connect other network devices, such as PCs/Laptops, print servers, remote hard drives, and anything else you want to put on your network. If you connect this product with the Network adapter, Hub (or Switch) correctly, the Router's corresponding LED and the Adapter's, Hub's (or the Switch) will illuminate.

WAN: 10/100Mbps RJ45 port. The WAN port is where you will connect Cable/DSL Modem or other LAN.

RESET(WPS): The Reset Button has three functions, WPS, reboot and Factory Default. When press it less than 2 seconds, it is WPS function and the SYS LED will flash two minutes (as long as WPS session is active); 2 to 5 seconds, the router will reboot; and more than 5 seconds, the router will restore to factory default settings.

Power inlet: 9V DC, 1A Power supply.

2.3 Typical install

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    A["Wireless PCMCIA Adapter"] -->|Signal| B["Cable/DSL Modem"]
    C["Wireless PCI Adapter"] -->|Signal| D["11n Router"]
    B --> E["Power"]
    D --> E
    E --> F["Internet"]

1. Make sure all devices, including your PCs, modem, and Router, are turned on.
2. Using an Ethernet network cable, connect the LAN device or Ethernet network port of the cable or DSL modem to the Router's WAN port.

Chapter 3 Quick Install Guide 3.1 TCP/IP Settings

Before you can access and configure router, you have to setup your network adapter IP address. According to the following steps to obtain IP address automatically from router DHCP Server, The following instruction set up the computer running windows operation system.

Note: The router default IP address is 192.168.1.1

1. Click Start button and choose Settings, then click Control Panel.
2. Double click Network icon and select Configuration tab in the Network window.
3. Choose the connection you want to use and click it with right mouse button and choose "Properties".
4. Double click TCP/IP Protocol.
5. Make sure that option "Obtain IP address automatically" is chosen.
6. Click OK to complete the install procedure.

After all is successful, you can check the TCP/IP information via the following command. Start -> run. Type cmd and in the window like the one below enter command: ipconfig /all.

To access configuration panel open your web browser (MS Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera or Chrome) and type the router's IP address: 192.168.1.1 Default User / Password: admin

If successful, you can see the status page.

3.3 Setup Wizard

Click on "Wizard", it will guide you to setup your router in six simple steps.

Please follow the steps and complete the router configuration.

Step 1 - Setup Operation Mode

The router supports three operation modes, Gateway, Bridge and Wireless ISP. And each mode is suitable for different use, please choose correct mode.

Step 2 - Time Zone Settings

The Time Configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the internal system clock.

Time Zone Select: Select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu.

NTP Server: Select the NTP Server from the drop-down menu.

Step 3 - LAN Settings

Setup the IP address and Subnet mask for the LAN interface.

Step 4 - WAN Settings

The Router support five access modes in the WAN side, please choose correct mode according to your ISP Service.

Mode 1: DHCP Client

Select DHCP Client to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. This mode is commonly used for Cable modem services.

Mode 2: Static IP

Select Static IP Address if all IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four numbers (from 0 to 255) separated by dots (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the IP address if it is not typed in this format.

IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned by your ISP Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet Mask assigned by your ISP. Default Gateway: Enter the Gateway assigned by your ISP. DNS: Enter the DNS server assigned by your ISP.

Mode 3: PPPoE

Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password.

User Name: Enter your PPPoE user name.

Password: Enter your PPPoE password.

Mode 4: PPTP

Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with IP information and PPTP Server IP Address, of course it also includes a username and password.

IP Address: Enter the IP address.

Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet Mask.

Server IP Address: Enter the PPTP Server IP address provided by your ISP.

User Name: Enter your PPTP username.

Password: Enter your PPTP password.

Mode 5: L2TP

Choose L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) if your ISP uses a L2TP connection. Your ISP should provide you with a username, password and all necessary data.

IP Address: Enter the IP address.

Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet Mask.

Server IP Address: Enter the PPTP Server IP address provided by your ISP.

User Name: Enter your PPTP username.

Password: Enter your PPTP password.

Step 5: WLAN Settings

Wireless Interface: If you do not want to use wireless, uncheck the box to disable all the wireless connections.

Band: Supported standards: 802.11B, 802.11G, 802.11N and mixed. Please choose its band according to standards used by devices which will be connected to router.

Mode: Support AP, Client, WDS and AP+WDS mode.

Network TYPE: This type is only valid in client mode.

SSID: Service Set Identifier, it identifies your wireless network.

Channel width: Select 40MHz if you use 802.11n or 802.11n mixed mode, otherwise 20MHz, it is default value.

Control Sideband: it is only valid when you choose channel width 40MHz.

Channel Number: Indicates the channel setting for the router. By default the channel is set to 6.

Step 5: WLAN Security Settings

Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. This section you can set WEP, WPA, WPA2 and mixed security mode.

The following picture shows how to set the WEP security.