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

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Problem 3: The wireless connections speed is very slow.

Solution:

The wireless system will connect at the highest possible speed, depending on the distance and the environment. To obtain the highest possible connection speed, experiment with the following:

•Location of the APC 3-in1 Wireless Mobile Router

Try adjusting the location and orientation of the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router.

•Wireless Channel

If interference is the problem, changing to another channel may show a marked improvement.

•Radio Interference

Other devices may be causing interference. Try switching off other devices. Any “noisy” devices should be shielded or relocated.

•RF Shielding

The environment may block transmission between the wireless stations. Thus, high-access speed is possible only when close to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router.

Router Mode

Problem 1: A time-out error occurs when a URL or IP address is entered.

Solution:

A number of things could be causing this problem. Try the following troubleshooting steps.

•Check if other computers work. If they do, ensure that the computer’s IP settings are correct. If using a fixed (static) IP address, check the network mask, default gateway, and DNS as well as the IP address.

•If the computers are configured correctly, but are still not working, check the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router. Ensure that it is connected and on. Connect to it and check its settings. (If connection is not possible, check the LAN and power connections.)

•If the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router is configured correctly, check the Internet connection to see that it is working correctly.

Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router.

Solution:

The APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not transparent.

Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet applications which do not function correctly.

If this does solve the problem, use the DMZ function. This should work with almost every application. However, be aware of the following:

•It is a security risk, since the firewall is disabled.

•Only one (1) device can use this feature.

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Contents User’s Manual Page Contents Configuring the Router for Client Mode Configuring the Router for AP/Router ModeAP/Router Mode Advanced Features Operation and UsageAppendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance A-1 List of Figures Intended Audience Contents of this ManualPreface Conventions and Typefaces Used in This ManualDisclaimers Regulatory ApprovalsCompliance Statement TrademarksRouter Mode Features FeaturesWireless 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 ButtonsConnection Type Ethernet WAN Port Configuration ScreenConnection Type Travel Mode Hotel 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 Communication Applications AP/Router Mode Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Internet Screen Communication ApplicationsSend Application’s incoming calls to Enable DMZ usingPort Forwarding My PC is not listedIP Address Seen by Internet Users Port ForwardingService Port Forwarding ScreenProperties Create a new Server Using Self-defined ServersConnecting to User-defined Servers Modify Edit a ServerUsing Dynamic DNS Domain Name Server Ddns ScreenDdns Service Ddns DataNetwork Diagnostics Screen PingDNS Lookup Enable UPnP Services Backup DNSBackup DNS IP 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 Profile Name Wireless Client Profile ScreenGeneral 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 Wireless Access AP or AP/Router Mode Appendix a Troubleshooting and MaintenanceGeneral Problems 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