American Power Conversion 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router Ethernet WAN Port Configuration Screen

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	The Ethernet (WAN) Port Configuration Screen

IP Address
IP Address is	Also called Dynamic IP Address. This is the default, and the most common.
assigned	Only change this if advised to do so by the person or organization providing the LAN/WAN port
automatically	connection.
automatically

Specified	Also called a Static IP Address. If this option is selected, the following data must be entered.
IP Address	• IP Address - The IP address on the LAN or WAN.
	• Network Mask - The subnet mask associated with the IP address above.
	• Gateway - The address of the router or gateway on the LAN or WAN that the user is connecting to.
	Note: If using PPPoE, enter only the IP Address.

DNS
Automatically	The DNS (Domain Name Server) address is normally obtained automatically from the DHCP Server
obtain from Server	which provides the IP address.
	Note: This option cannot be used with a fixed IP address, since no server is used.

Use this DNS	If this option is selected, enter the IP address of the DNS (Domain Name Server) to use.
	Note: Select this option when using a Specified (Static) IP address.

MAC Address
MAC Address	Also called Network Adapter Address or Physical Address. This is a low-level network identifier, as
	seen from the WAN port.
	Normally there is no need to change this field, but if necessary, use the Copy from PC button to copy
	the computer's address into this field. This is only necessary if the computer’s MAC address has been
	recorded.
	Use the Default button to insert the default value, or enter a value directly, if desired.
	Note: To avoid problems regarding the MAC address, do NOT swap the LAN/WAN connection
	from the computer to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router, or from the APC 3-in-1
	Wireless Mobile Router to the computer.

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Contents User’s Manual Page Contents Configuring the Router for AP/Router Mode AP/Router Mode Advanced FeaturesConfiguring the Router for Client Mode Operation and UsageAppendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance A-1 List of Figures Contents of this Manual PrefaceIntended Audience Conventions and Typefaces Used in This ManualRegulatory Approvals Compliance StatementDisclaimers TrademarksFeatures WirelessRouter Mode Features IntroductionPackage Contents Physical FeaturesFeature Functionality ModesAccess Point AP Mode AP/Router ModeConfig Mode Client ModeModes Initial Configuration How to Perform the Initial ConfigurationRequirements Mode Configuration Screen Using The System Setup Screen AdminUsing The Config File Screen SystemUpgrade Firmware Screen Upgrading the FirmwareUpgrading the Firmware Configuring the Router for Access Point AP Mode Connecting the Router to a Wired or Wireless NetworkWireless Using the Wireless Security ScreenWireless Security WEP Screen Using the Trusted Wireless Stations Screen Wireless Security WPA-PSK ScreenEdit AddClear Using the Trusted Wireless Stations Screen Configuring the Router for AP/Router Mode Connecting in AP/Router ModeUsing the AP/Router Setup Screen AP/Router Setup ScreenWireless LAN Ethernet WAN PortWireless Security Screen Security System WEPSecurity System WPA-PSK Trusted Wireless Stations Screen ButtonsEthernet WAN Port Configuration Screen Connection Type Travel Mode HotelConnection Type IP AddressConnection Types PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and No Login MAC AddressIdentification Ethernet Port Configuration All Settings Connection BehaviorEthernet WAN Port Configuration Screen Ethernet WAN Port Status InternetFixed/Dynamic IP Address Connection Connection LogMessage Description Pptp Status Pptp Status ScreenConnection Status L2TP Screen L2TP Status ScreenEthernet WAN Port Status AP/Router Mode Advanced Features Advanced Internet ScreenCommunication Applications Communication ApplicationsEnable DMZ using Port ForwardingSend Application’s incoming calls to My PC is not listedIP Address Seen by Internet Users Port ForwardingService Port Forwarding ScreenProperties Using Self-defined Servers Connecting to User-defined ServersCreate a new Server Modify Edit a ServerUsing Dynamic DNS Domain Name Server Ddns ScreenDdns Service Ddns DataNetwork Diagnostics Screen PingDNS Lookup Backup DNS Backup DNS IPEnable UPnP Services Options ScreenAdvanced PC Database Screen Advanced PC Database ScreenPC Properties Security Screen FirewallOptions Allow Pptp Allow L2TPSecurity Screen Configuring the Router for Client Mode Connecting the Computer to the RouterClient Mode Setup Screen Wireless ProfilesSet as Current Wireless Client Profile Screen GeneralProfile Name Network TypeSecurity Security SytemWhen Changing Modes Using AP ModeOperation and Usage Using AP/Router Mode Connecting in AP/Router ModeAP/Router Setup Screen annotated Using Client Mode Appendix a Troubleshooting and Maintenance General ProblemsWireless Access AP or AP/Router Mode SolutionRouter Mode Problem 3 The wireless connections speed is very slowAppendix B About Wireless LANs Modes for Wireless LANsBasic Service Set BSS and Extended Service Set ESS Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP Off, 64 Bit, 128 BitOpen System or Shared Key Appendix C Specifications Wireless Interface SpecificationsWarranty Technical Support