Manual Setup ................14 Gathering Information ............. 17 Chapter 4 - Configuration ..........19 How to Access the Web-Based Configuration Utility ....19 Configuration Utility Menus ............. 21 Setup ..................23 Internet/LAN ................25 Internet ................... 25 WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Time/Date ..................52 NTP ....................53 ECO ....................54 Access ................... 56 Log ....................57 Save/Restore ................. 58 Initialize/Restart ................59 Update ................... 60 Diagnostic ................61 System Info ..................61 Logs ....................63 Packet Info ..................64 WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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You forgot AirStation’s SSID, Encryption Key, or Password..78 The link speed is slower than 150 Mbps (Maximum link speed is only 65 Mbps)................78 Other Tips ................79 Appendix A - Specifications ..........81 Appendix B - Default Configuration Settings ....82 WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Appendix D - Restoring the Default Configuration ..91 Appendix E - Regulatory Compliance Information ..92 Appendix F - Environmental Information ....... 96 Appendix G - GPL Information ........97 Appendix H - Warranty Information ........ 98 WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Monitors wireless interference and automatically assigns the clearest, best channel. Initialization To restore settings back to the factory defaults, hold down the Reset button on the bottom of the unit. Browser Based Administration This unit can be easily configured from a web browser on your computer. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Package Contents The following items are included in your AirStation package. If any of the items are missing, please contact your vender. • WBMR-HP-GNV2 .......................... 1 • Detachable antenna........................1 • AC adapter ............................. 1 • Stand for vertical/horizontal/wall-mounting ..............1 •...
2 blinks (Red) Flash ROM error. 3 blinks (Red) Wired Ethernet LAN error. 4 blinks (Red) Wireless LAN error. 5 blinks (Red) Network error. 9 blinks (Red) System error. Continuously Updating firmware, saving settings, or initializing settings. blinking (Red) WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Blinking : An Ethernet device is communicating. LAN Port Connect your computer, hub, or other Ethernet devices to these ports. This switching hub supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps connections. DSL Port Connect your ADSL line to this port. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To initiate AOSS, hold down this button until the Security LED flashes (about 1 second). Then, push or click the AOSS button on your wireless client device to complete the connection. Both devices must be powered on for this to work. Antenna connector Screw on the antenna here. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To reset all settings, hold down this button until the Power LED comes on (about 3 seconds). Power must be on. Right Side Factory Default Settings This sticker shows the AirStation’s SSID, default encryption key, and WPS PIN code. By default, encryption is disabled for AirStations sold in Asia Pacific. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 2 - Placing Your AirStation Antenna Placement The antenna is included in the package. Screw the antenna clockwise to install. Vertical Placement To place unit vertically, attach the stand as shown below. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 2 Placing Your AirStation Wall-Mounting To wall-mount the AirStation, attach the stand to the wall with the two screws (included). 8.5 cm (~3.3 inches) Snap the center of the AirStation to the stand as shown. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To configure your AirStation manually, follow the procedure below. Power off your computers and networking equipment. Connect your computer to one of the LAN ports on the rear of the AirStation with the supplied Ethernet network cable. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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DSL port on the back of the AirStation. Connect your computer to one of the AirStation’s LAN ports with the LAN cable. AirStation 1) connect 2) connect computer LAN cable WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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If a user name and password screen is displayed, enter [root] (in lower case) for the user name, leave the password blank, and click [OK]. Step through the wizard to complete setup. You’ve completed initial setup of your AirStation. Refer to Chapter 4 for advanced settings. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
The table below is a quick reference guide for configuring your ADSL Internet connection. You may try the settings for the ISPs shown. Country Encapsulation VPI / VCI Multi plexing ISPs France RFC2516 PPPoE 8/35 Various RFC2516 PPPoE 8/67 RFC2364 PPPoA 8/35 Germany RFC2516 PPPoE 1/32 T-Online, Various WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
· By default, the password is blank (not set). · If you forget your password, hold down the Reset button (page 10) to initialize all settings. The password will then be blank. Note that all other settings will also revert to their default values. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Chapter 4 Configuration This is the configuration utility, where most AirStation settings can be configured. Help is always displayed on the right side of each screen. Refer to the Help screens for more information on using the configuration utility. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Configure the AirStation’s login password for access to the configuration Page 51 utility. Time/Date Configure the AirStation’s internal clock. Page 52 Configure the AirStation to synchronize with an NTP server to Page 53 automatically set the AirStation’s internal clock. Configure the AirStation’s ECO Mode. Page 54 WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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View all devices currently connected to the AirStation. Page 65 Ping Test the AirStation’s connection to other devices on the network. Page 66 DSL Connection View DSL Connection for the AirStation. Page 67 Logout Click this to log out of the AirStation’s configuration screens. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Click this button to display the configuration screen for administration settings. Diagnostic Click this button to display the status of the AirStation. Easy Setup Enables you to easily configure the AirStation’s network settings automatically. Internet Information Displays WAN-side system information for the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Click this button to display the WPS configuration screen. Language Enables you to select the language you use. Logout Log out from the configuration screen of the AirStation. If the AirStation does not communicate for 5 minutes, it will log out automatically. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Internet/LAN Internet The Internet settings are made here. For details on the settings, refer to the documentation provided by your ADSL provider. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Set the Gateway address specified by the provider. Primary DNS / Second DNS Set the DNS server address specified by the provider. Service Name Set the service name specified by the provider in 64 or less single- byte alphanumeric characters. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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DHCP server for local machines. When this setting is used, you can set a range of IP addresses to be assigned by DHCP. Addresses outside this range can be assigned manually to machines set to use fixed IP settings. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Static DNS 1 / Static DNS 2 / Static DNS Enter the IP address(es) of one to three name servers. WINS Enter the IP address of a Windows Internet Name Service server, if such a server is available to you. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Enter the TZO Key which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 64 alphanumerical characters and symbols. Domain Name Enter the domain name which is registered to the Dynamic DNS service. You may enter up to 255 alphanumerical characters, hyphens, and periods. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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DNS service provider. Domain Name The domain name assigned by the dynamic DNS Service provider. The AirStation can be accessed from the Internet using this domain name. Status Display the status of dynamic DNS service. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
The metric is the maximum number of router hops a packet may take on the way to its destination address. Values between 1 and 15 may be entered. The default value is 15. Routing Information Manual entries will appear here after being added. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
WPS. Enrollee PIN Enter the PIN code for the other wireless device and click [OK]. WPS status Displays [configured] if all available wireless bands are configured. Displays [unconfigured] if at least one wireless band is unconfigured. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration AOSS AOSS Status and Settings. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Displays the encryption type, SSID, an encryption key configured * AOSS Connection only by AOSS. AOSS Client Information Displays AOSS clients connected to the AirStation and information * AOSS Connection only of the devices which are wirelessly communicated. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Basic The screen to configure a basic wireless settings. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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When [use] is enabled, wireless devices connected to the AirStation can communicate only with the Internet side, not with each other. SSID Set SSID using 1-32 alphanumeric characters. Wireless authentication Specifies an authentication method used when connecting to a wireless device. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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AES can be selected only when WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is selected for Wireless authentication. TKIP/AES mixed mode TKIP/AES mixed mode allows both TKIP and AES authentication and communication. TKIP/AES mixed mode can be selected only when WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK is selected for Wireless authentication. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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A WEP encryption key (passphrase) may have any of four different formats. A [character] (ASCII) passphrase may use either 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters (case-sensitive). A [hexadecimal] passphrase may use either 10 or 26 digits using 0 to 9 and a to f (not case-sensitive). WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
You may reduce the wireless radio power output. The power of a radio wave and the distance that that radio wave reaches are almost proportional, so if the output power is reduced, the distance that the signal reaches also becomes smaller. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Set priorities for specific communications. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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The unit is 32 ms. The longer this time, the more frames can be sent per right to send. However, the queue may interfere with other packet transmissions. If TXOP Limit is set to 0 (zero), only one frame can be sent per right to send. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Enter a MAC address of a wireless device to permit to connect to the AirStation. Click [Register] to add that MAC address to the list. List of all clients that are associated Display the list of all MAC addresses of wireless devices connected with this AirStation to the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
(DMZ or TCP port:113), then that setting has higher priority, and overrides this setting. Block Ping from Internet If this is enabled, the AirStation will not respond to pings from the Internet side. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Specify the transmission direction of target packets. IP Address Specify the sender's IP address and receiver's IP address of the target packets. Protocol Select a protocol for target transmission packet. IP Filter Information Display the list of IP filters which have been registered. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
IP address from your provider using the PPPoE protocol from your computer connected to the LAN side because all PPPoE packets can pass through between the Internet and LAN. PPPTP Pass Through Enable to use the PPTP Pass Through for address translation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Group] and enter the new group name in the Group Name field to create a new group. A group name can include up to 16 alphanumeric letters. Protocol Select the Internet side protocol (before translation) for the port translation table entry. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Enter the LAN side IP address (after translation) for the port translation table entry. LAN Side Port Select the LAN side (after translation) port number (1 - 65535) for the port translation table entry. Port Forwarding Registration Shows current entries in the port translation table. Information WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Note: RIP protocol packets (UDP port number 520) will not be forwarded. UPnP (Router Mode only) Configure UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). Parameter Meaning UPnP Enable or disable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) functionality. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Enable or disable this entry. application name Enter an application name. Names may use up to 32 alpha numerical characters, double or single tick marks ("'), quotation marks (“), and semicolons (;). protocol Select either TCP or UDP. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Admin Config Name Configure basic AirStation’s settings. Parameter Meaning AirStation Name Enter a name for the AirStation. Names may include up to 64 alphanumeric characters and hyphens (-). WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
The Administrator name is used to log in to the AirStation’s configuration utility. This name is fixed as [root]. Administrator Password The password is required to log in. It may contain up to 8 alphanumeric characters and underscores (_). WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
You may manually set the date of the AirStation’s internal clock. Local Time You may manually set the time of the AirStation’s internal clock. Time Zone Specify the time zone (offset of Greenwich Mean Time) of the AirStation’s internal clock. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
(-), and underscores (_) may be used. The default is [time. nist.gov]. Update Interval How often will the AirStation check the NTP server for the correct time? Intervals of 1 - 24 hours may be set. The default is 24 hours. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Configure Eco mode from this screen. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Graphically displays the configured schedule. Register schedule Configure operational mode for time periods in the weekly schedule. If User Defined mode is chosen, configure it below. User Define Mode Individual power saving elements may be configured individually for User Defined mode. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
IP address of a device that is permitted to configure the AirStation remotely from the WAN (Internet) side. Permitted Port Displayed only if Internet side configuration is enabled. Set a port number (1 - 65535) to configure the AirStation from the WAN (Internet) side. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Identify the syslog server by host name, host name with domain name, or IP address. You may enter up to 255 alphanumeric characters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_). Transfer Logs Choose which logs will be transferred to the syslog server. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
[Browse...] button, navigating to the configuration file, and then clicking Restore. If the configuration file was password protected, then put a check next to [To restore from the file you need the password], enter the password, and click [Open]. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Initialize/Restart Initialize or restart the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Restart Click [Restart Now] to restart the AirStation. Initialize Click [Initialize Now] to initialize and restart the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Click [Browse...] to navigate to the firmware file on your computer if [Specify Local File] was selected. You don’t need to specify the firmware location if you’re using [Automatic Update]. Click [Update Firmware] to update the firmware. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Diagnostic System Info View system information for the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Displays the current operational mode of the AirStation. Internet Displays the information about the Internet port. Displays the information about the LAN port. Wireless Displays the wireless status. ECO Mode This indicates the operating status of ECO Mode. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Chapter 4 Configuration Logs The AirStation’s logs are recorded here. Parameter Meaning Display log info Choose the types of logs to display. Logs Displays the log information recorded in the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Ethernet, the LAN side of the Ethernet, and the LAN side of the wireless connection. Received Displays the number of packets received from the Internet side of Ethernet, the LAN side of the Ethernet, and the LAN side of the wireless connection. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
This screen shows devices that are connected to the AirStation. Parameter Meaning Client Monitor Displays information ( MAC address, lease IP address, host name, communication method, wireless authentication and 802.11n) for devices that are connected to the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
A Ping test checks whether the AirStation can communicate with a specific network device. Parameter Meaning Destination Address Enter an IP address or a host name of the device for which you try to verify the connection, and click [Execute]. The result will be displayed in the [Result] field. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
If a DSL link has been established, technical information about it is shown here. PCV Connection This section reflects settings in the Internet Connection Type and VC settings sections of the Internet/LAN setup panel. See that panel’s Help page for detailed descriptions. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
PC or Game console (AOSS Devices) • Before using AOSS or WPS to connect to a Buffalo wireless client, install Client Manager software from the included AirNavigator CD. Consult your wireless client’s documentation for more information. • Buffalo’s Client Manager software can be used with the wireless LAN devices built into your computer.
If the User Account Control screen opens, click [Yes] or [Continue]. Click the [WPS AOSS] button. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen. When the Security LED on the front of the AirStation stops fl ashing and is lit steadily, the connection is complete. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
If you are using a game machine which supports AOSS or WPS, refer to that device’s manual to initiate AOSS/WPS. When instructed, hold down the AOSS button on the AirStation for 1 second. When the Security LED stops blinking and is lit steadily, the connection is complete. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
With Windows 7, use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation. Click on the network icon in the system tray. Select the target AirStation’s name and click [Connect]. If you will be connecting to this device in the future, checking [Connect automatically] is recommended. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
With Vista, use WLAN AutoConfig to connect to the AirStation. Right click on the wireless network icon in the system tray. Click [Connect to a network]. When the screen at left is displayed, select the network to connect to and click [Connect]. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network If the screen below is displayed, click [I want to enter the network key or passphrase instead]. Otherwise, go to step 4. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Chapter 5 Connect to a Wireless Network Enter the encryption key and click [Connect]. Step through the wizard to finish configuration. If the Set Network Location screen is displayed, select [Home], [Work], or [Public location] depending where you’re using the AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Click [View Available Wireless Networks]. Select the network to connect to and click [Connect]. Enter the encryption key (twice) and click [Connect]. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to finish configuration. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Enter the value for the KEY that was noted in step 1 into the Password entry box, insert a check mark into [Remember this network], and click [OK]. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to finish configuration. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
• Verify that your web browser is not set to use proxies. • Make sure that your computer is configured to [Obtain an IP Address Automatically]. (see appendix • Restart your AirStation. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
• Configure your wireless client with the same SSID, encryption type, and encryption key as set on the AirStation. The factory defaults are: SSID - BUFFALO-XXXXXX (the last 6 digits of the AirStation’s MAC address) Encryption Type - WPA/WPA2 mixed mode - PSK (Connect with either WPA-PSK TKIP or WPA2-PSK AES).
How do I enable or modify security encryption settings on the wireless router? Answer: Log in to the configuration utility with your browser. Go to the Wireless Config tab and then select the Security tab. Buffalo recommends WPA for wireless encryption. The passphrase/key should be at least 8 characters in length. Issue:...
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1 - 11 may be selected. Try the Auto-Channel option if available. Otherwise, manually select an alternate channel and click [Apply]. Issue: Where can I download the latest drivers, firmware and instructions for my Buffalo wireless products? Answer: The latest drivers and firmware are available online at www.buffalotech.com...
165 mm x 128 mm x 29 mm (6.5 x 5.0 x 1.1 in.) (not including the antenna and stand) Weight 202g (7.1 oz.) (not including the antenna and stand) Operating Environment 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) , 10-85 % (non-condensing) WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Starting IP Address 192.168.11.64 Maximum Number of DHCP Users Client Lease Time 2880 minutes Static DNS 1 - 3 0.0.0.0 WINS 0.0.0.0 DDNS DDNS Service Disabled (Router Mode only) Current Dynamic DNS none Information Route Routing Information none WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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(Printed on the label of the AirStation) WPS Security Information WPS status: configured or unconfigured SSID: BUFFALO-XXXXXX (the last 6 digits of the AirStation’s MAC address) Security: WPA/WPA2 mixedmode - PSK TKIP/AES mixedmode or none Encryption key: A 13-digit random value or disabled.
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Firewall Log Output Disabled (Router Mode only) Basic Rules Prohibit NBT and Microsoft-DS Routing Disabled Reject IDENT Requests Enabled Block Ping from Internet Enabled IP Filter Log Output Disabled (Router Mode only) IP Filter Information none WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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The day of week: none User Define Mode LED: Wired LAN: ECO (Slow operation) Wireless LAN: Access Log Output Disable Limitation Item Prohibit configuration from wireless LAN Disabled Prohibit configuration from wired LAN Disabled Permit configuration from wired Internet Disabled WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Parameter Default Setting Log Transfer Disabled Syslog Server none Transfer Logs Address Translation, IP Filter, Firewall, PPPoE Client, Dynamic DNS, DHCP Client, DHCP Server, AOSS, Wireless Client, Authentication, Setting Changes, System Boot, NTP Client, and Wired Link WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Examples: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP address 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.11.1 Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1 Alternate DNS server blank Click [OK]. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each settings. Example: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP address 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.11.1 Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1 Alternate DNS server blank Click [Close]. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To set your IP address settings manually, enter values for each setting. Examples: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP address 192.168.11.80 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.11.1 Preferred DNS server 192.168.11.1 Alternate DNS server blank Click [Close]. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
To set your IP address settings manually, select [Manually] in the Configure IPv4 field and enter values for each setting. Examples: If the router’s IP address is 192.168.11.1, IP Address 192.168.11.80 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Router 192.168.11.1 DNS Server 192.168.11.1 Search Domains blank Click [Apply]. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Appendix D - Restoring the Default Configuration With the AirStation powered on, hold down this button for 3 seconds to return it to factory default settings. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
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Directive 1999/5/EC. Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que el AirStation WBMR-HP-GNV2 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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Buffalo Technology Inc. declara que este AirStation WBMR-HP-GNV2 está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovensko [Slovenian] Buffalo Technology Inc. izjavlja, da je ta AirStation WBMR-HP-GNV2 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Slovensky [Slovak] Buffalo Technology Inc.
• The take-back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way. • The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems. • If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Appendix G - GPL Information The source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp/ . WBMR-HP-GNV2 User Manual...
Appendix H - Warranty Information Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) products come with a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) warrants to the original purchaser the product; good operating condition for the warranty period. This warranty does not include non-Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) installed components.