American Power Conversion 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router user manual Using Client Mode

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Using Client Mode

Using Client Mode

In Client mode, the Ethernet port of the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router must be connected to the Ethernet port of the computer.

Before using Client mode, ensure that the Client mode configuration is correct. Configuration must be performed in Config mode. (Admin connections are not possible while in Client mode.) See Chapter 6, “Configuring the Router for Client Mode” for information about Client mode setup. If the configuration is correct, follow these steps to use Client mode:

1.Use a standard LAN cable to connect the Ethernet port on the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router to the computer.

2.Use the mode selector switch on the side of the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router to select Client mode.

3.Wait for the restart to complete, and the Ethernet LED to come on.

4.The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router will then connect, if possible, to the Wireless LAN specified by the current client profile.

Notes: 1. It is not possible to connect to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router while in Client mode. Specify the desired Wireless LAN using Config mode.

2.In Client mode, the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router is transparent; it does not have an IP address.

3.Check the properties of the computer's Ethernet connection to see if it has obtained a valid IP address.

If using Infrastructure mode (connecting to an access point) — The IP address must be a valid IP address on the LAN to which the access point is connected.

If using Ad hoc mode — The IP address should be self-assigned (“Auto-configuration”). If other computers in the Ad hoc Wireless LAN behave the same way, everyone will have compatible IP addresses.

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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 How to Perform the Initial Configuration 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 ScreenAdd EditClear 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 AddressMAC Address Connection Types PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and No LoginIdentification Ethernet Port Configuration All Settings Connection BehaviorEthernet WAN Port Configuration Screen Internet Ethernet WAN Port StatusFixed/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 ForwardingPort Forwarding Screen ServiceProperties 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 DataPing Network Diagnostics ScreenDNS Lookup Backup DNS Backup DNS IPEnable UPnP Services Options ScreenAdvanced PC Database Screen Advanced PC Database ScreenPC Properties Firewall Security ScreenOptions Allow Pptp Allow L2TPSecurity Screen Configuring the Router for Client Mode Connecting the Computer to the RouterWireless Profiles Client Mode Setup ScreenSet as Current Wireless Client Profile Screen GeneralProfile Name Network TypeSecurity Security SytemUsing AP Mode When Changing ModesOperation 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 slowModes for Wireless LANs Appendix B About Wireless LANsBasic Service Set BSS and Extended Service Set ESS Off, 64 Bit, 128 Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy WEPOpen System or Shared Key Appendix C Specifications Wireless Interface SpecificationsWarranty Technical Support