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

Using Client Mode

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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 W ireless 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.

Contents

Main Page Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Chapter 2: The Initial Configuration 1 Chapter 3: Configuring the Router for Access Point (AP) Mode 3-1 Chapter 4: Configuring the Router for AP/Router Mode 4-1 Chapter 5: AP/Router Mode - Advanced Features 5-1 Chapter 6: Configuring the Router for Client Mode 6-1 Chapter 7: Operation and Usage 7-1 APPENDIX A. TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE A-1 APPENDIX B. ABOUT WIRELESS LANS B-1 APPENDIX C. SPECIFICATIONS C-1 Page Preface Intended Audience Contents of this Manual Conventions and Typefaces Used in This Manual Copyright Page Chapter 1: Introduction Features Package Contents Physical Features Modes Feature Functionality Access Point (AP) Mode AP/Router Mode Config Mode Client Mode Page Chapter 2: The Initial Configuration Requirements How to Perform the Initial Configuration Page Using The System Setup Screen Admin Using The Config File Screen System Upgrading the Firmware Page Chapter 3: Configuring the Router for Access Point (AP) Mode Connecting the Router to a Wired or Wireless Network Using the Wireless Security Screen Wireless The Wireless Security (WEP) Screen The Wireless Security (WPA-PSK) Screen Using the Trusted Wireless Stations Screen Page Page Chapter 4: Configuring the Router for AP/Router Mode Connecting in AP/Router Mode Using the AP/Router Setup Screen Wireless Ethernet (WAN) Port Wireless LAN The Wireless Security Screen Security System: WEP Security System: WPA-PSK The Trusted Wireless Stations Screen The Ethernet (WAN) Port Configuration Screen Connection Type: Travel Mode (Hotel) Connection Type IP Address DNS MAC Address Identification Connection Type IP Address DNS MAC Address The Ethernet (WAN) Port Status Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Internet Connection Status - PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) Screen Message Description Connection Status - PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) Screen Connection Status - L2TP Screen Page Chapter 5: AP/Router Mode - Advanced Features The Advanced Internet Screen Communication Applications Communication Applications Port Forwarding DMZ MTU Page The Port Forwarding Screen Service Properties Using Self-defined Servers Connecting to User-defined Servers Using Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) DDNS Service DDNS Data The Network Diagnostics Screen Ping DNS Lookup Page The Advanced PC Database Screen PC Properties The Security Screen Firewall Options Page Page Chapter 6: Configuring the Router for Client Mode Connecting the Computer to the Router The Client Mode Setup Screen The Wireless Client Profile Screen General Security Chapter 7: Operation and Usage When Changing Modes Using AP Mode Using AP/Router Mode Connecting in AP/Router Mode Page Using Client Mode Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Maintenance General Problems Problem 1: Cannot connect to the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router to configure it. Wireless Access AP or AP/Router Mode Problem 1: The computer cannot locate the wireless access point. Router Mode Problem 1: A time-out error occurs when a URL or IP address is entered. Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router. Appendix B: About Wireless LANs Modes for Wireless LANs Ad hoc Mode Infrastructure Mode Basic Service Set (BSS) and Extended Service Set (ESS) Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) Appendix C: Specifications Multi-Function APC 3-in-1 Wireless Mobile Router Specifications Wireless Interface Specifications Regulatory Approvals CE Standards