American Power Conversion 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router Using Dynamic DNS Domain Name Server

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Using Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)

Using Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)

This free service is very useful when combined with the Port Forwarding feature. It allows Internet users to connect to user-defined servers using a URL, rather than an IP address. This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address, since these change when- ever a connection is made. The service works as follows:

1.Register for the service at one of the listed DDNS service providers.

2.After registration, follow the service provider's procedure to request a domain name.

3.Enter the DDNS data on the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router's DDNS screen.

4.The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router will then automatically ensure that the current IP address is recorded at the DDNS server.

If the DDNS Service provides software to perform this IP address update; disable the Update function, or do not use the software at all.

5.From the Internet, users will be able to connect to the user-defined servers (or DMZ PC) using the specified domain name.

When DDNS is selected, a screen similar to the following displays.

Figure 26. The DDNS Screen

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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