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ISY INW5000 User Manual

ISY INW5000
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User Manual
Wireless Range Extender
INW5000

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ISY INW5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandISY
ModelINW5000
CategoryWireless Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions and Usage Guidelines

Guidelines for safe operation, heat dissipation, environmental conditions, and placement of the device.

Overview

Product Introduction

Introduction to the ISY Wireless Range Extender, its features, speed, compatibility, and modes.

Packing List

Lists the items included in the package for the ISY Wireless Range Extender.

Mode Introduction

Bridge Mode

Explanation of Bridge mode where the extender acts as a wireless router for wired LAN.

Router Mode

Explanation of Router mode where the extender acts as a domestic gateway.

Wireless Universal Repeater/WDS Mode

Extending wireless coverage of an existing AP in Repeater/WDS mode.

Client Mode

Providing Internet access for set-top boxes or computers via network adapter.

Hardware Description and Installation

Hardware Description

Detailed description of the device's hardware components and LED indicators.

Front Panel and LED Status

Details on the 4 LED indicators on the front panel and their meanings.

Hardware Installation

Information and steps for installing the hardware, including system requirements.

Rear/Side Panel and Interface Description

Description of the rear/side panel interfaces and buttons like WAN/LAN, Reset, AP/Repeater/Client, WPS.

System Requirements

Lists the necessary items and software for installing the ISY Wireless Range Extender.

Before You Begin

Important considerations and precautions before starting the hardware installation.

Operation Range

Information on the operational range of the ISY Wireless Range Extender, including indoor and outdoor distances.

Configuring Your Computer and Wireless Connection

Configuring Your Computer

Step-by-step guide for manually configuring network adapter settings on a computer (using Windows XP as example).

Configuring Wireless Configuration

Steps to connect a PC's wireless network adapter to the ISY Wireless Range Extender.

Configuring ISY Wireless Range Extender

Bridge Mode Configuration

Step-by-step guide to configure the ISY Wireless Range Extender in Bridge mode using the setup wizard.

Router Mode Configuration

Steps for configuring the extender in Router mode for DHCP, Static IP, and PPPoE connections.

Repeater Mode Configuration

Guide to setting up the ISY Wireless Range Extender in Repeater mode, including selecting the mode and surveying networks.

WDS Mode Configuration

Steps to configure the extender in WDS Mode, focusing on repeater setup.

Repeater Configuration in the WDS Mode

Details on setting SSID, channel, and security for WDS repeater configuration.

Central Base Station Configuration in the WDS Mode

Instructions for configuring the ISY Wireless Range Extender as a central base station in WDS mode.

WDS Application

Example scenario and steps for configuring wireless routers A, B, and C for WDS application.

Client Mode Configuration

Steps to configure the ISY Wireless Range Extender to function as a wireless client.

Web Configuration general instructions

Running Status

Overview of the Running Status menu and how to access configuration pages.

Router Status (General)

Detailed view of system, LAN port, and wireless network status of the extender.

Clients List

Displays information about connected wired and wireless devices.

Setup Wizard (General)

Reference to Bridge Mode Configuration for setup wizard settings.

Mode Setting (General)

Selecting the operating mode (Bridge or Router) of the ISY Wireless Range Extender.

Network Settings

LAN Interface Settings

Configuration of the extender's LAN IP address and subnet mask.

DHCP Server

Configuration options for the DHCP server, including IP address assignment.

Using the Router as a DHCP Server

Enabling the extender to act as a DHCP server and setting the IP address pool.

Using Address Reservation

How to reserve specific IP addresses for devices using their MAC addresses.

Wireless Settings

Wireless Basic Settings

Configuration of basic wireless parameters like SSID, channel, and mode.

Security Options (General)

Explanation of security options: None, WEP, and WPA/WPA2 authentication types.

WPA-PSK(TKIP] or WPA2-PSK(TKIP]

Configuration for WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK using TKIP encryption.

WPA-PSK(AES] or WPA2-PSK[AES]

Configuration for WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK using AES encryption.

Guest Network

Setting up a guest network to provide Internet access without revealing the main network's security key.

Wireless Advanced Settings

Advanced wireless settings including DTIM, Beacon Interval, MAX Clients, and CTS/RTS Threshold.

Restricting wireless access by MAC address

Steps to configure MAC address filtering to control wireless access.

WPS Setup (General)

Introduction to WPS and methods for setting up WPS connections.

Using the WPS Button

Procedure for establishing WPS connection using the physical WPS button.

Using the Web Page (General)

Procedure for setting up WPS connection via the web interface.

Management Function

Backup Settings

Options to backup, restore, or erase router configuration settings.

Reboot Router

Procedure to reboot the ISY Wireless Range Extender.

Set Password

Changing the login password and setting the web idle time out.

Router Upgrade

Steps for upgrading the router's firmware using the web interface.

Web Configuration for the Bridge Mode

Router Status (Bridge Mode)

Displays system, LAN port, and wireless network status for the Bridge mode.

Setup Wizard (Bridge Mode)

Reference to Bridge Mode Configuration for setup wizard settings.

Mode Setting (Bridge Mode)

Selecting the operating mode (Bridge or Router) for the extender.

Web Configuration for the Router Mode

Router Status (Router Mode)

Displays system, Internet, LAN port, and wireless status in Router mode.

WAN Interface Settings (DHCP)

Configuration for Dynamic IP (DHCP) WAN connection.

WAN Interface Settings (Static IP)

Configuration for Static IP WAN connection, including IP, subnet, gateway, and DNS.

WAN Interface Settings (PPPoE)

Configuration for PPPoE WAN connection, including login, password, and connection modes.

WAN Interface Settings (PPTP)

Configuration for PPTP WAN connection, including login, password, and connection modes.

WAN Interface Settings (L2TP)

Configuration for L2TP WAN connection, referencing PPTP settings.

WDS Function

Enabling and configuring the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) for interconnection between APs.

Port Forwarding

Configuring port forwarding to allow external access to specific PCs in the LAN.

Port Triggering

Configuring port triggering for applications requiring multiple connections.

UPnP

Enabling and configuring Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for resource access.

IGMP Proxying

Enabling IGMP proxying for receiving multicast traffic from the Internet.

DMZ Server

Configuring a DMZ server to allow specific external access while protecting the internal network.

Dynamic DNS

Setting up Dynamic DNS for achieving resolution between fixed domain names and dynamic IP addresses.

Static Routes

Configuring static routing rules to improve packet forwarding speed.

Security Options

Block Sites

Restricting access to specific websites or domains based on keywords.

Block Services

Blocking specific internet services by computers on the network.

Protection

Configuring port scan, DoS protection, and NAT filtering for network security.

Management Function

Backup Settings

Options to backup, restore, or erase router configuration settings.

Remote Management

Enabling and configuring remote web management for the router from the WAN.

Schedules

Setting schedules for blocking internet sites or services based on specific times and days.

SNTP

Configuring Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) for automatic time synchronization.

Reboot Router

Procedure to reboot the ISY Wireless Range Extender.

Set Password

Changing the login password and setting the web idle time out.

Router Upgrade

Steps for upgrading the router's firmware using the web interface.

Web Configuration for the Wireless Universal Repeater Mode

Router Status (Repeater Mode)

Displays system, LAN port, and wireless repeater status in Universal Repeater mode.

Clients List (Repeater Mode)

Displays information about connected wired and wireless devices.

Setup Wizard (Repeater Mode)

Reference to Repeater Mode Configuration for setup wizard settings.

Repeater Mode Setting

Selecting the repeater mode: WDS Mode or Wireless Universal Repeater Mode.

Wireless Universal Repeater

Configuring the extender as an AP and client simultaneously in Universal Repeater mode.

WPS Setup (Repeater Mode)

Setting up WPS connections for the Universal Repeater mode.

Using the WPS Button (Repeater Mode)

Procedure for establishing WPS connection using the physical WPS button.

WPS Setup via Web Page (AP Mode)

Configuring WPS connection via the web interface for AP role.

Wireless Client Function (Repeater Mode)

Steps to search for wireless networks and connect as a wireless client.

Web Configuration for the WDS Mode

Router Status (WDS Mode)

Displays system, LAN port, and wireless repeating status in WDS mode.

Setup Wizard (WDS Mode)

Reference to WDS Mode Configuration for setup wizard settings.

Mode Setting (WDS Mode)

Selecting WDS Mode for repeater configuration.

Web Configuration for the Client Mode

Router Status (Client Mode)

Displays system, LAN port, and wireless client status in Client mode.

Clients List (Client Mode)

Displays information about connected wireless devices.

Setup Wizard (Client Mode)

Reference to Client Mode Configuration for setup wizard settings.

Network Settings (Client Mode)

Network settings for the client mode, including LAN interface and DHCP server.

WPS Setup (Client Mode)

Setting up WPS connections for the Client mode.

WPS Setup via Web Page (Client Mode)

Steps for WPS configuration via the web interface (PBC and PIN modes).

Wireless Client Function (Client Mode)

Steps to search for wireless networks and connect as a wireless client.

Appendix A FAQ

Wireless Network Adapter Fails to Find Signals

Troubleshooting guide for wireless network adapter not finding signals.

Wireless Network Adapter Fails to Connect

Troubleshooting connection issues, including WPA2 authentication.

Repeater/Client Mode Fails to Connect to AP

Troubleshooting connection failures to the uplink AP or Internet.

Abnormal Wired Connection

Troubleshooting abnormal wired connections, checking Ethernet indicators and cables.

Cannot Access the Internet

Troubleshooting Internet access issues, checking IP address and DHCP settings.

Web Page Configuration Failure

Troubleshooting web configuration issues, checking IP addresses and network segments.

WPS Connection Failure

Troubleshooting WPS connection failures, checking WPS devices and settings.