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Mercusys MW302R - User Manual

Mercusys MW302R
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User Guide
300Mbps Multi-Mode Wireless N Router
MW302R
REV1.0.0
1910080049

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Mercusys MW302R Specifications

General IconGeneral
DSL WANNo
Ethernet WANYes
WAN connection typeRJ-45
Wi-Fi bandSingle-band (2.4 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
WLAN data transfer rate (max)300 Mbit/s
Product typeTabletop router
Product colorWhite
Networking standards-
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface typeFast Ethernet
Transmit power20 dBmW
Antenna gain level (max)5 dBi
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports3
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)5 - 90 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Output current0.6 A
Output voltage5 V
Power source typeDC
Security algorithmsWPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Cables includedLAN (RJ-45)
Package typeBox
Number of products included1 pc(s)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth94 mm
Width114 mm
Height26 mm

Summary

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1. Product Overview

Overview of the router's integrated features and capabilities, highlighting its performance for SOHO networks.

1.2. Product Appearance

Details the physical appearance of the router, including its front and rear panels.

1.2.1. The Front Panel

Describes the front panel of the router, focusing on the location and function of LEDs.

1.2.2. The Rear Panel

Details the components and ports located on the rear panel of the router.

Chapter 2. Connect to the Internet

2.1. Position Your Router

Provides guidelines on the optimal placement of the router for performance and safety.

2.2. Connect to the Internet

Explains the process of connecting the router to the internet, outlining available working modes.

2.2.1. Wireless Router Mode

Details how to set up the router in Wireless Router Mode for internet access for wired and wireless devices.

2.2.2. Access Point Mode

Guides on configuring the router to convert an existing wired network into a wireless one.

2.2.3. Range Extender Mode

Explains how to set up the router to boost existing wireless coverage in a home.

2.2.4. WISP Mode

Provides instructions for connecting the router to an ISP network wirelessly in areas without wired service.

Chapter 3. Log In to the Router

Chapter 4. Configure the Router in Wireless Router Mode

4.1. Operation Mode

Instructions on how to select and configure the router's operating mode (Router, AP, Extender, WISP).

4.2. Network

Covers network-related configurations, including status, internet connection, LAN, and DHCP settings.

4.2.1. Status

Displays current status information for Internet, LAN, DHCP Server, and Dynamic DNS.

4.2.2. Internet

Details how to set up the internet connection using Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, and PPTP.

4.2.3. MAC Clone

Explains how to clone a device's MAC address for the router, useful for ISP compatibility.

4.2.4. LAN

Covers configuration of the router's Local Area Network (LAN) IP address and subnet mask.

4.2.5. IPTV;VLAN

Guides on setting up IPTV or VoIP services and VLAN tags as required by the ISP.

4.2.6. DHCP Server

Details how to configure the DHCP server for dynamic IP assignment and address reservation.

4.2.7. Dynamic DNS

Instructions for setting up Dynamic DNS to access servers with a fixed domain name.

4.2.8. Static Routing

Explains how to manually configure routing tables for network traffic forwarding.

4.3. Wireless

Covers wireless network settings, including basic configuration, guest network, and scheduling.

4.3.1. Wireless Settings

Details how to configure the 2.4GHz wireless network, including SSID, security, and channel settings.

4.3.2. Guest Network

Guides on creating and customizing a separate Wi-Fi network for guests, ensuring privacy.

4.3.3. Wireless Schedule

Explains how to schedule the wireless network to automatically turn on or off.

4.3.4. WPS

Instructions on using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect wireless devices.

4.3.5. Additional Settings

Covers advanced wireless settings like WMM, AP Isolation, and Beacon Interval.

4.4. NAT Forwarding

Explains Network Address Translation (NAT) and its forwarding rules: Port Forwarding, Triggering, UPnP, DMZ.

4.4.1. Port Forwarding

Guides on setting up public services in the local network by forwarding specific ports.

4.4.2. Port Triggering

Details on configuring port triggering for applications like online games and VoIP.

4.4.3. UPnP

Instructions for enabling Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for seamless network communication.

4.4.4. DMZ

Explains how to set up a DMZ host for unlimited bidirectional communication, useful for online gaming.

4.5. Parental Controls

Guides on setting unique internet access restrictions for family members, including content blocking and time limits.

4.6. QoS

Details on configuring Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize network traffic for efficient operation.

4.7. Security

Covers security features to protect the home network from cyber attacks and unauthorized access.

4.7.1. Firewall

Explains the Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) Firewall for protecting the router from cyber attacks.

4.7.2. Access Control

Guides on blocking or allowing specific client devices to access the network using Blacklist or Whitelist.

4.7.3. IP & MAC Binding

Details on binding IP and MAC addresses to prevent ARP spoofing and other ARP attacks.

4.8. IPv6

Covers enabling and configuring IPv6 functionality for WAN and LAN connections.

4.8.1. IPv6 Status

Guides on checking the current IPv6 status and selecting the connection mode (Router or Pass-Through).

4.9. System

Covers system management functions including firmware upgrades, backup/restore, and administration.

4.9.1. Firmware Upgrade

Instructions on downloading and upgrading the router's firmware to the latest version.

4.9.2. Backup & Restore

Guides on backing up current configuration settings and restoring them from a file.

4.9.3. Change Password

Details on changing the router's local management password for enhanced security.

4.9.4. Local Management

Covers settings for managing the router locally, allowing specific devices or all LAN devices.

4.9.5. Remote Management

Instructions on enabling remote management to access the router over the internet.

4.9.6. System Log

Guides on viewing and saving system logs to monitor router activities.

4.9.7. Diagnostics

Details on using diagnostic tools like Ping and Tracert to test network connectivity.

4.9.8. Time

Covers setting the router's system time manually or automatically via NTP server.

4.9.9. Reboot

Instructions on manually rebooting the router or scheduling regular reboots.

4.9.10. LED Control

Guides on enabling Night Mode to turn off router LEDs during specific periods.

Chapter 5. Configure the Router in Access Point Mode

5.1. Operation Mode

Instructions on selecting and configuring the router's operation mode to Access Point.

5.2. Firmware Upgrade

Guides on downloading and upgrading the router's firmware.

5.2.1. Backup & Restore

Details on backing up and restoring router configuration settings.

5.3. Administration

Covers administrative tasks like changing passwords and managing local access.

5.3.1. Change Password

Instructions on changing the router's local management password.

5.3.2. Local Management

Details on managing the router locally, allowing specific devices or all LAN devices.

5.3.3. System Log

Guides on viewing and saving system logs.

5.4. Diagnostics

Details on using diagnostic tools to test network connectivity.

5.4.1. Time

Covers setting the router's system time manually or automatically.

5.5. Reboot

Instructions on rebooting the router manually or scheduling reboots.

5.6. LED Control

Guides on enabling Night Mode to turn off router LEDs during specific periods.

Chapter 6. Configure the Router in Range Extender Mode

6.1. Operation Mode

Instructions on selecting and configuring the router's operation mode to Range Extender.

6.2. Firmware Upgrade

Guides on downloading and upgrading the router's firmware.

6.3. Backup & Restore

Details on backing up and restoring router configuration settings.

6.4. Administration

Covers administrative tasks like changing passwords and managing local access.

6.4.1. Change Password

Instructions on changing the router's local management password.

6.4.2. Local Management

Details on managing the router locally, allowing specific devices or all LAN devices.

6.5. System Log

Guides on viewing and saving system logs.

6.5.1. Time

Covers setting the router's system time manually or automatically.

6.6. Reboot

Instructions on rebooting the router manually or scheduling reboots.

6.7. LED Control

Guides on enabling Night Mode to turn off router LEDs during specific periods.

Chapter 7. Configure the Router in WISP Mode

7.1. Operation Mode

Instructions on selecting and configuring the router's operation mode to WISP.

7.2. Network

Covers network configurations including status, internet, MAC clone, LAN, and DHCP settings.

7.2.1. Status

Displays current status information for Internet, LAN, DHCP Server, and Dynamic DNS.

7.2.2. Internet

Details setting up the internet connection using Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, and PPTP.

7.2.3. MAC Clone

Explains how to clone a device's MAC address for the router, useful for ISP compatibility.

7.2.4. LAN

Covers configuration of the router's Local Area Network (LAN) IP address and subnet mask.

7.2.5. DHCP Server

Details how to configure the DHCP server for dynamic IP assignment and address reservation.

7.2.6. Dynamic DNS

Instructions for setting up Dynamic DNS to access servers with a fixed domain name.

7.2.7. Static Routing

Explains how to manually configure routing tables for network traffic forwarding.

7.3. Wireless

Covers wireless network settings, including basic configuration, guest network, and scheduling.

7.3.1. Wireless Settings

Details how to configure the 2.4GHz wireless network, including SSID, security, and channel settings.

7.3.2. Guest Network

Guides on creating and customizing a separate Wi-Fi network for guests, ensuring privacy.

7.3.3. Wireless Schedule

Explains how to schedule the wireless network to automatically turn on or off.

7.3.4. WPS

Instructions on using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect wireless devices.

7.3.5. Additional Settings

Covers advanced wireless settings like WMM, AP Isolation, and Beacon Interval.

7.4. NAT Forwarding

Explains Network Address Translation (NAT) and its forwarding rules: Port Forwarding, Triggering, UPnP, DMZ.

7.4.1. Port Forwarding

Guides on setting up public services in the local network by forwarding specific ports.

7.4.2. Port Triggering

Details on configuring port triggering for applications like online games and VoIP.

7.4.3. UPnP

Instructions for enabling Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for seamless network communication.

7.4.4. DMZ

Explains how to set up a DMZ host for unlimited bidirectional communication, useful for online gaming.

7.5. Parental Controls

Guides on setting unique internet access restrictions for family members, including content blocking and time limits.

7.6. QoS

Details on configuring Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize network traffic for efficient operation.

7.7. Security

Covers security features to protect the home network from cyber attacks and unauthorized access.

7.7.1. Firewall

Explains the Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) Firewall for protecting the router from cyber attacks.

7.7.2. Access Control

Guides on blocking or allowing specific client devices to access the network using Blacklist or Whitelist.

7.7.3. IP & MAC Binding

Details on binding IP and MAC addresses to prevent ARP spoofing and other ARP attacks.

7.8. IPv6

Covers enabling and configuring IPv6 functionality for WAN and LAN connections.

7.8.1. IPv6 Status

Guides on checking the current IPv6 status and selecting the connection mode (Router or Pass-Through).

7.9. System

Covers system management functions including firmware upgrades, backup/restore, and administration.

7.9.1. Firmware Upgrade

Instructions on downloading and upgrading the router's firmware to the latest version.

7.9.2. Backup & Restore

Guides on backing up current configuration settings and restoring them from a file.

7.9.3. Change Password

Instructions on changing the router's local management password.

7.9.4. Local Management

Details on managing the router locally, allowing specific devices or all LAN devices.

7.9.5. Remote Management

Instructions on enabling remote management to access the router over the internet.

7.9.6. System Log

Guides on viewing and saving system logs.

7.9.7. Diagnostics

Details on using diagnostic tools like Ping and Tracert to test network connectivity.

7.9.8. Time

Covers setting the router's system time manually or automatically.

7.9.9. Reboot

Instructions on rebooting the router manually or scheduling reboots.

7.9.10. LED Control

Guides on enabling Night Mode to turn off router LEDs during specific periods.

Appendix: FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?

Troubleshooting steps for forgetting the wireless network password.

Q2. What should I do if I forget my login password of the web management page?

Instructions on resetting the router to recover the web management login password.

Q3. What should I do if I cannot log in to the router’s web management page?

Troubleshooting steps for common login issues with the router's web management interface.

Q4. What should I do if I cannot access the internet even though the configuration is finished?

Troubleshooting steps for internet access issues after configuration, including DNS and modem restart.

Q5. What should I do if I cannot find my wireless network or I cannot connect to the wireless network?

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to finding or connecting to the wireless network.

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