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User Manual
AirStation G54
54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router
WYR-G54
Rev B
www.buffalotech.com/wireless
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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05 Installation / Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Antenna Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Advanced Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Wireless L
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Table of Contents UPnP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Client Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Log Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Save or Restore Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Restore Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Table of Contents Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 4
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Introduction AirStation G54 Wireless Cable/DSL Router (WYR-G54) This manual introduces you to the AirStation Cable/DSL Router, and will help you connect to your network quickly. The WYR-G54 router, is a wireless 4-port router network device that complies with the 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11g standard specification on wireless LANs. It also supports various advanced router technologies. The WYR-G54 supports enhanced built-in NAT/SPI firewall functions and is used as a multi-functional router/link b
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Introduction - Dynamic packet filtering. - Wireless encryption via TKIP and WEP. - VPN pass-through for IPSec and PPTP connections. - Packet monitoring and filtering by MAC address, IP address and port. - PPPoE support • Buffalo’s easy web interface configuration • Broadband router static and dynamic routing methods between WAN and LAN based on updated routing tables. An economical way to bridge multiple networks. • Web based setup wizards for both Cable and DSL broadband connections. Home Ne
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Introduction networks that require secure, high-speed access to the corporate LAN. Tools that play an integral part in Buffalo’s solutions include VPN connectivity for secure access to corporate resources, which enable the remote employee to handle information from clients or coworkers as if they were in the office. Connect the Buffalo AirStation Broadband router AP to a Cable or DSL modem in order to: •Share broadband access •Share files and printers •Bridge between multiple networks and mu
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Introduction 5. Quick Setup Guide 6. Warranty Statement Product Views Power - Lit when the device is powered on. Wireless - Lit when the wireless radio is on. Flashes when wireless traffic is present. WAN - Lit when connection to Cable/DSL modem is present. Flashes when internet traffic is present. Status - Flashes red when performing diagnostic functions or when an error exists. Link/Act - Indicates an active link between the corresponding LAN port and another network device. 100 - Lit orange w
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Introduction About the AirStation CD The AirStation does not require any software to be installed on your computer for confi guration. The AirStation CD contains client drivers for Buffalo Wireless Adapters (i.e. Notebook Adapter and Desktop PCI Adapter) and the AirStation documentation. Prior to copying or installing any software, please read the Software License Agreement “license. 9
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Introduction txt”, located in the root folder of the CD. By installing, copying or using the AirStation software, you are consenting to the terms of this agreement. If you do not agree to all of the terms of the Software License Agreement, do not download, copy or install the AirStation software. It is the policy of Buffalo Technology to improve products as new technology, components, software and firmware become available. Please consult the AirStation wireless website (http://www.buffalotec
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Installation / Setup AirStation router. 2. Plug the Cable or DSL’s LAN Ethernet cable into the AirStation’s WAN port. Initially, you may need to unplug this cable from your computer, hub or other router. 3. Plug the provided Ethernet cable into a LAN port on the AirStation and plug the other end into your computer Ethernet adapter’s (NIC) port. If you plan to initially configure the AirStation via a wireless connection, (not recommended), you may skip this step. 4. Power on your cable or DSL
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Installation / Setup Buffalo recommends using a wired connection, meaning your computer is physically connected to the AirStation with a CAT5 straight cable plugged into one of the four LAN ports This type of setup will eliminate possible setup problems due to any issues with the wireless adapter on the computer being used to configure the AirStation. A Web browser version 4.5 or later can be used to configure the AirStation. Advanced settings for security, filtering and other features will b
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Antenna The WYR-G54 has one internal omnidirectional antenna. The transmission of wireless signals is isotropic, meaning that the waves are emitted much like the sun distributes light in every direc- tion. However, connection problems can occasionally be remedied by simply adjusting the posi- tion of the antenna. External antennas come in all shapes and sizes. Antennas also come with different connectors. The WHR2-G54 has an ‘TNC Connector (male)’ on it. Thus, the antenna must also have
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Logging In Enter “root” as the User ID and leave the password field blank. n Note: These are the factory default settings 14
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Setup Wizard - Launch Internet Setup Initial Settings • Click the Internet Setup arrow button to begin Screen the Internet Setup Wizard. • Advanced users have the option of skipping this step and begin manually confi guring the access point. Choosing a Connection Type Choosing a Connection Click on the type of broadband connection your Type ISP is providing. Note: If you are unsure of whether you are using cable or DSL broadband, please contact your ISP. DSL users can now skip to Pag
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Setup Wizard - Setup Cable Cable Connection Options Connection - Choose the type of connection confi guration Options as provided by your ISP - Most Cable operators provide the fi rst type of confi guration - Automatic (DHCP) DSL PPPoE Automatic IP Assignment by ISP Settings - Select ‘Automatic IP Assignment by ISP’ if Screen your ISP’s DHCP server assigns an IP address automatically. 16
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Setup Wizard - Cable Manual IP Manual Entry of IP Information Address - If your IP Information is provided by your ISP, Settings fi elds are provided to fi ll in the information. - Some ISPs also require that a certain MAC Address is used. If this is not specifi cally re- quired, just use the default MAC Address. Automatic IP The IP Address is Acquired Address Au to mat i cal ly but DNS Server Address Settings with is Entered Manually Manually Entered DNS Settings - If the ISP provides y
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Setup Wizard - DSL DSL DSL Connection Options Connection - Choose the type of connection confi guration Options as provided by your ISP - Most DSL operators provide the fi rst type of confi guration - Automatic (DHCP) - When using a LAN connection type of DSL, network settings are automatically delivered by your ISP. DSL PPPoE PPPo PPPoE Setup Settings - Enter the requested information into the fi - Enter the requested information into the fi elds elds Screen provided. N
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Setup Wizard - Line Test Line Test Line Test Once the Setup Wizard is complete a line test to the Internet will launch to verify successful entry of settings. If the connection fails, please verify the accu- racy of the entered information with the ISP. If the Line Test is successful, the AirStation is now fi nished with basic setup and client devices should be able to connect to the Internet through the AirStation. The next step involves setting up wireless security, which is optional. 19
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Setup Wizard - Security Security Wireless Security Setup Setup Encrypting your wireless data is important to prevent other devices from being able to moni- tor your wireless data transmissions. There are two options available TKIP or WEP. One or the other may be selected, or you can choose not to enable security and allow open movement of traffi c. TKIP - check with your client adapter vendors to make sure that ALL of your wireless adapters sup- port this method of WPA encryption. WEP - whil
