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NetComm Wireless Router NB504

NetComm Wireless Router NB504
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User Guide
NB504
54Mbps Wireless Router
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NetComm Wireless Router NB504 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Device TypeWireless Router
Frequency Band2.4GHz
Maximum Wireless Speed150Mbps
Ethernet Ports4 x 10/100Mbps
WAN Port1 x 10/100Mbps
SecurityWEP, WPA, WPA2
Wireless Standards802.11b/g/n

Summary

Package Contents

Chapter 1: About This Guide

1.1 Purposes

Explains the guide's objective: how to use the NB504 54Mbps Wireless Router.

1.2 Conventions

Clarifies that "router" in the guide refers to the NB504 54Mbps Wireless Router.

1.3 Overview of this User Guide

Provides a summary of the user guide's chapters and appendices structure.

Chapter 2: Introduction

2.1 Overview of the Router

Introduces the NB504 router, its integrated features, and its purpose for SOHO networks.

2.2 Features

Lists the key technical specifications and capabilities of the NB504 54Mbps Wireless Router.

2.3 Panel Layout

Describes the physical ports and indicators on the router's panels for user reference.

Chapter 3: Connecting the Router

3.1 System Requirements

Lists the necessary hardware and software prerequisites for connecting the router.

3.2 Installation Environment Requirements

Specifies optimal conditions for placing and operating the router to ensure performance.

3.3 Connecting the Router

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically connecting the NB504 router to the network.

Chapter 4: Quick Installation Guide

4.1 TCPIP configuration

Explains how to configure TCP/IP settings on a PC for router connectivity, including DHCP or static IP.

4.2 Quick Installation Guide

Guides users through the initial web-based setup process for the router.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.1 login

Details how to access and log into the router's web-based utility for configuration.

5.2 Status

Describes how to view the router's current operational status and network configuration.

5.3 Quick Setup

Outlines the simplified setup wizard for basic network parameter configuration.

5.4 Network

Covers configuration settings for LAN, WAN, and MAC cloning.

5.5 Wireless

Details configuration for wireless network settings, security, and statistics.

5.6 DHCP

Explains DHCP settings, client lists, and IP address reservation for network management.

5.7 Forwarding

Covers port forwarding features like Virtual Servers, Port Triggering, and DMZ.

5.8 Security

Details security features including Firewall, IP/Domain/MAC filtering, and advanced settings.

5.9 IP & MAC Binding Setting

Explains how to bind IP addresses to MAC addresses for network security.

5.10 Static Routing

Details how to configure static routes for specific network traffic paths.

5.11 Dynamic DDNS

Covers the setup of Dynamic Domain Name System services for domain resolution.

5.12 System Tools

Provides access to system utilities for time, firmware, defaults, backup, reboot, password, and logs.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.4.1 LAN

Explains how to configure the Local Area Network (LAN) settings, including IP address and subnet mask.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.4.2 WAN

Details the configuration options for the Wide Area Network (WAN) connection type.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.4.3 MAC Clone

Describes how to copy a PC's MAC address to the router's WAN port for ISP requirements.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.5.1 Wireless Settings

Covers essential wireless network parameters such as SSID, security type, and channel.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.5.2 MAC Filtering

Explains how to control wireless access based on device MAC addresses for enhanced security.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.5.3 Wireless Statistics

Displays statistics for connected wireless stations, including MAC address and packet counts.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.6.1 DHCP Settings

Details the configuration of the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.6.2 DHCP Clients List

Shows a list of devices currently assigned IP addresses by the DHCP server.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.6.3 Address Reservation

Allows reserving specific IP addresses for devices on the LAN.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.7.1 Virtual Servers

Explains how to set up virtual servers to make LAN services accessible from the Internet.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.7.2 Port Triggering

Describes how to configure port triggering for applications requiring dynamic port mapping.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.7.3 DMZ

Details the DMZ host feature for exposing a local device to the Internet for specific services.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.7.4 UPnP

Explains the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) feature for automatic network device discovery.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.8.1 Firewall

Covers enabling and configuring the router's built-in firewall for network protection.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.8.2 IP Address Filtering

Details how to control Internet access based on specific IP addresses.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.8.3 Domain Filtering

Explains how to block or allow access to websites based on domain names or keywords.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.8.4 MAC Filtering

Describes how to control network access by filtering based on MAC addresses.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.8.5 Remote Management

Details how to configure the router for remote access and management over the Internet.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.8.6 Advanced Security

Covers advanced security features like DoS protection and ping filtering.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.9 IP & MAC Binding Setting

Explains how to bind IP addresses to MAC addresses for network security.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.9.2 ARP List

Displays the ARP list, showing the relationship between MAC and IP addresses on the LAN.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.10 Static Routing

Details how to configure static routes for specific network traffic paths.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.11 Dynamic DDNS

Covers the setup of Dynamic Domain Name System services for domain resolution.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.12 System Tools

Provides access to system utilities for time, firmware, defaults, backup, reboot, password, and logs.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.12.2 Firmware

Details the process for upgrading the router's firmware to the latest version.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.12.3 Factory Defaults

Explains how to restore the router to its original factory default settings.

5.12.4 Backup and Restore

Describes how to save and restore router configuration settings.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.12.5 Reboot

Guides on how to reboot the router to apply settings or resolve issues.

5.12.6 Password

Explains how to change the default administrator username and password for security.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.12.7 Log

Covers how to view and manage system logs for monitoring router activity.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

5.12.8 Statistics

Displays network traffic statistics for connected PCs on the LAN.

Appendix A: FAQ

1. How do I configure the router to access Internet by ADSL users?

Provides instructions for setting up the router for ADSL internet connections using PPPoE.

2. How do I configure the router to access Internet by Ethernet users?

Guides on configuring the router for Ethernet internet access, including MAC cloning.

3. I want to use Netmeeting, what do I need to do?

Explains how to configure Virtual Servers or DMZ Host for Netmeeting functionality.

5. The wireless stations cannot connect to the router.

Offers troubleshooting steps for resolving issues with wireless clients connecting to the router.

Appendix B: Configuring the PC

1. Install TCPIP component (If you use Windows 2000 or later, you can skip this step.)

Instructs on installing the TCP/IP protocol component in older Windows versions.

2. Configure TCPIP for your computer

Details how to configure TCP/IP settings (DHCP or static IP) on a PC for network access.

Appendix C: Specifications

Appendix D: Glossary

Appendix E: Legal & Regulatory Information

Product Warranty

Contact Information

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