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Package Contents
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• Two Setup
• Two User Guides on
• Power Adapter
• Ethernet Network Cable
• Quick Installation Guide
• Registration Card
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| Notebook Adapter | Quick Installation |
Model No. | WKPC54G |
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There are two ways to configure the Router. Choose one of the following:
•Run the Setup Wizard
•Use this Quick Installation guide - If you wish, you can use the Router’s
Instructions for installing the
1 Connect the Broadband Router
A Before you begin, make sure that you have the setup information for your specific type of Internet connection. The installation technician from your ISP should have left this information with you after installing your broadband connection. If not, you can call your ISP to request the settings.
B Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Router, PCs, and cable or DSL modem.
C Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the ports (labeled
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D Repeat step C to connect additional PCs or other network devices to the Router.
E Connect a different Ethernet network cable from your cable or DSL modem to the Internet port on the Router’s back panel. This is the only port that will work for your modem connection. (Figure E)
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G Connect the AC power adapter to the Router’s Power port and the other end into an electrical outlet. (Figure G)
H Make sure the Power and Internet LEDs on the front panel light up green.
I The Power LED will flash green for a few seconds when the Router goes through its self- diagnostic test. This LED will stay solidly lit when the
J Power on the PC you wish to use to configure the Router.
Proceed to Step 2.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter that is supplied with the Router. Use of a different power adapter could damage the Router.
2 Configure the Broadband Router
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NOTE: Make sure your PC’s Ethernet |
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adapter is set to obtain an IP address |
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automatically. For more information, |
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refer to Windows Help. |
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A Open your web browser. Enter |
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http://192.168.1.1 in its |
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Address field. Press the Enter |
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key. (Figure A) |
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B A password request screen will |
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appear. Leave the User Name |
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field empty, and enter the |
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default password, admin, in |
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lowercase letters in the |
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Password field. (For added |
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security, you should later set a |
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new password, using the |
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Administration tab’s |
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Management screen of the |
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the OK button. |
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C The |
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appear with the Setup tab |
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selected. If requested by your |
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ISP (usually cable ISPs), |
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complete the Host Name and |
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Domain Name fields. |
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Otherwise, leave them blank. |
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D For the Internet Connection Type setting, five connection types are offered through the
Internet Configuration Type
DHCP: If you are connecting through DHCP or a dynamic IP address from your ISP, keep the default setting Obtain an IP automatically. (D1)
Static IP: If your ISP assigns you a static IP address, select Static IP from the
Complete the Internet IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Static DNS fields. You need to enter at least one DNS address. (D2)
PPPoE: If you are connecting through PPPoE, select PPPoE from the
RAS: (for SingTel Users) RAS is a service used in Singapore only. If you are using a RAS connection check with your ISP for the necessary setup information. (D4)
PPTP: PPTP is a service used in Europe only. If you are using a
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PPTP connection, check with your ISP for setup information. (D5)
HeartBeat Signal: HeartBeat Signal is a service used in Australia only. If you are using a HeartBeat Signal connection, check with your ISP for setup information. (D6)
E When you have finished entering your Internet connection settings, click the Save Settings button to save your changes.
F To configure the Router for your wireless network, select the Wireless Tab’s Basic Wireless Settings screen. (Figure F)
G Wireless Network Mode. Select the mode you are using from the
H Wireless Network Name (SSID). The SSID is the network name shared among all devices in a wireless network. The SSID must be identical for all devices in the wireless network. It is case- sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters (use any keyboard character). For added security, you should
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