American Power Conversion 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router user manual PC Properties

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The Advanced PC Database Screen

The following table describes the fields on the Advanced PC Database Screen.

Known PCs

PC Properties

Lists all current entries. The data displayed is the name, IP address, and type. The “type” indicates whether the computer is connected to the LAN.

Name

If adding a new computer to the list, enter its name here. This entry should match the computer's

 

hostname.

IP Address

Enter the IP address of the computer. The computer will be sent a ping to determine its hardware

 

address. If the computer is not available (not connected, or not powered on), it cannot be added. Select

 

the appropriate option:

 

Automatic - The computer is set to be a DHCP client (Windows: “Obtain an IP address

 

automatically”). The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router will allocate an IP address to this computer

 

when requested to do so. The IP address could change, but normally won't.

 

DCHP Client - Reserved IP Address - The computer is set to be a DCHP client, and a user wants to

 

guarantee that the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router will always allocate the same IP address to this

 

computer.

 

Enter the required IP address. Only the last field is required; the other fields must match the APC 3-in-1

 

Wireless Mobile Router's IP address.

 

Fixed IP Address - The computer is using a Fixed (Static) IP address. Enter the IP address allocated to

 

the computer. (The computer must be configured to use this IP address.)

MAC Address

Enter the MAC address of the computer. The computer will be sent a ping to determine its hardware

 

address. If the computer is not available (not connected, or not powered on), it cannot be added. Select

 

the appropriate option:

 

Automatic discovery - The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router contacts the computer and finds its

 

MAC address. This is only possible if the computer is connected to the LAN and powered on.

 

MAC address is - Enter the MAC address on the computer. The MAC address is also called the

 

Hardware Address, Physical Address, or Network Adapter Address. The APC 3-in-1 Wireless

 

Mobile Router uses this entry to provide a unique identifier for each computer. Because of this, the

 

MAC address can NOT be left blank.

Buttons:

 

Edit

Changes the data for the selected computer in the list. The data for the selected computer will then be

 

shown in the Properties area, where it may be edited. (Click Update to save any changes.)

Delete

Deletes the selected computer from the list. This should be done in 2 situations:

 

• The computer has been removed from the LAN.

 

• The entry is incorrect.

 

 

Clear Form

Clears the Properties box.

Add as New Entry

Adds a new computer to the list, using the data in the Properties box.

 

If Automatic discovery (for MAC address) is selected, the computer will be sent a ping to determine

 

its hardware address. The ping will fail unless the computer is connected to the LAN, and powered on.

Update Selected

Updates (modifies) the selected computer, using the data in the Properties box.

PC

 

 

 

Refresh

Updates the data on screen.

Standard Screen

Click to view the standard PC Database screen.

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Contents User’s Manual Page Contents AP/Router Mode Advanced Features Configuring the Router for AP/Router ModeConfiguring the Router for Client Mode Operation and UsageAppendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance A-1 List of Figures Preface Contents of this ManualIntended Audience Conventions and Typefaces Used in This ManualCompliance Statement Regulatory ApprovalsDisclaimers TrademarksWireless FeaturesRouter Mode Features IntroductionPhysical 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 ScreenConnection Type Travel Mode Hotel Ethernet WAN Port Configuration ScreenConnection Type IP AddressIdentification 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 Advanced Internet Screen AP/Router Mode Advanced FeaturesCommunication Applications Communication ApplicationsPort Forwarding Enable DMZ usingSend Application’s incoming calls to My PC is not listedPort Forwarding IP Address Seen by Internet UsersProperties ServicePort Forwarding Screen Connecting to User-defined Servers Using Self-defined ServersCreate a new Server Modify Edit a ServerDdns Screen Using Dynamic DNS Domain Name ServerDdns Data Ddns ServiceDNS Lookup Network Diagnostics ScreenPing Backup DNS IP Backup DNSEnable UPnP Services Options ScreenAdvanced 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 General Wireless Client Profile ScreenProfile Name Network TypeSecurity 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 General Problems Appendix a Troubleshooting and MaintenanceWireless Access AP or AP/Router Mode SolutionProblem 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
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