American Power Conversion 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router user manual Feature Functionality, Modes

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Modes

Feature		Functionality
Power		Connect the supplied power adapter here.
Ethernet Port		Connect the 10/100BaseT ethernet cable here.
		In AP mode or AP/Router mode, this is connected to the LAN or WAN.
		In Config mode, this is connected to the computer.
		In Client mode, this is connected to the computer.

LEDs:
•	Power LED	On - Power is available.
		Off - No power.
•	Wireless LED
•	Wireless LED	On - Wireless interface available.
		Off - Wireless interface unavailable.
		Flashing - Data being transferred.
•	Ethernet LED
•	Ethernet LED	On - Ethernet connection established.
		Off - No Ethernet connection.
		Flashing - Data being transferred.

Mode Selector Switch		Switch position:
(4-position switch)		1 - AP mode
		2 - AP/Router mode
		3 - Config mode
		4 - Client mode
Reset Button		Restart (reboot) - press & release.
(2-function switch)		Set all settings to factory defaults - press & hold (for 8 seconds), then release.

Note: Do not perform this function while connected or using the APC 3-in-1

Wireless Mobile Router.

Modes

The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router an function in the following four modes:

•Switch position 1 - Access Point (AP) mode is used for 802.11g and 802.11b wireless stations.

•Switch position 2 - AP/Router mode provides Broadband LAN/WAN access for all wireless stations.

•Switch position 3 - Config (Configuration) mode, used only for configuration, makes it easy to connect to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router and change its configuration.

•Switch position 4 - Client mode is used to convert the Ethernet port on a computer to a wireless interface. The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router is connected to a computer's Ethernet port and converts that port to a wireless interface. The computer then uses the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router to join a wireless network.

The mode is set ONLY by the mode selector switch on the side of the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router (wait a few seconds after changing modes). It is important to understand these different modes, and the benefits and limitations of each.

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Contents User’s Manual Page Contents Operation and Usage Configuring the Router for AP/Router ModeAP/Router Mode Advanced Features Configuring the Router for Client ModeAppendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance A-1 List of Figures Conventions and Typefaces Used in This Manual Contents of this ManualPreface Intended AudienceTrademarks Regulatory ApprovalsCompliance Statement DisclaimersIntroduction FeaturesWireless Router Mode FeaturesPhysical Features Package ContentsModes Feature FunctionalityAP/Router Mode Access Point AP ModeClient Mode Config ModeModes Requirements Initial ConfigurationHow to Perform the Initial Configuration Mode Configuration Screen Admin Using The System Setup ScreenSystem Using The Config File ScreenUpgrading the Firmware Upgrade Firmware ScreenUpgrading the Firmware Connecting the Router to a Wired or Wireless Network Configuring the Router for Access Point AP ModeUsing the Wireless Security Screen WirelessWireless Security WEP Screen Wireless Security WPA-PSK Screen Using the Trusted Wireless Stations ScreenClear EditAdd Using the Trusted Wireless Stations Screen Connecting in AP/Router Mode Configuring the Router for AP/Router ModeAP/Router Setup Screen Using the AP/Router Setup ScreenEthernet WAN Port Wireless LANSecurity System WEP Wireless Security ScreenSecurity System WPA-PSK Buttons Trusted Wireless Stations ScreenIP Address Ethernet WAN Port Configuration ScreenConnection Type Travel Mode Hotel Connection TypeIdentification Connection Types PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and No LoginMAC Address Connection Behavior Ethernet Port Configuration All SettingsEthernet WAN Port Configuration Screen Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Ethernet WAN Port StatusInternet Connection Log ConnectionMessage Description Pptp Status Screen Pptp StatusL2TP Status Screen Connection Status L2TP ScreenEthernet WAN Port Status Communication Applications AP/Router Mode Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Internet Screen Communication ApplicationsMy PC is not listed Enable DMZ usingPort Forwarding Send Application’s incoming calls toPort Forwarding IP Address Seen by Internet UsersProperties ServicePort Forwarding Screen Modify Edit a Server Using Self-defined ServersConnecting to User-defined Servers Create a new ServerDdns Screen Using Dynamic DNS Domain Name ServerDdns Data Ddns ServiceDNS Lookup Network Diagnostics ScreenPing Options Screen Backup DNSBackup DNS IP Enable UPnP ServicesAdvanced PC Database Screen Advanced PC Database ScreenPC Properties Options Security ScreenFirewall Allow L2TP Allow PptpSecurity Screen Connecting the Computer to the Router Configuring the Router for Client ModeSet as Current Client Mode Setup ScreenWireless Profiles Network Type Wireless Client Profile ScreenGeneral Profile NameSecurity Sytem SecurityOperation and Usage When Changing ModesUsing AP Mode Connecting in AP/Router Mode Using AP/Router ModeAP/Router Setup Screen annotated Using Client Mode Solution Appendix a Troubleshooting and MaintenanceGeneral Problems Wireless Access AP or AP/Router ModeProblem 3 The wireless connections speed is very slow Router ModeBasic Service Set BSS and Extended Service Set ESS Appendix B About Wireless LANsModes for Wireless LANs Open System or Shared Key Wired Equivalent Privacy WEPOff, 64 Bit, 128 Bit Wireless Interface Specifications Appendix C SpecificationsTechnical Support Warranty