Table of Contents Introduction ..................................5 Features and Benefits.............................5 Package Contents..............................6 System Requirements.............................6 Applications................................7 Before you Begin .................................8 Considerations for Wireless Installation ........................8 Computer Settings (Windows XP/Windows 7) ......................9 Apple Mac X OS ..............................12 Hardware Installation ............................13 Configuring Your Client Bridge..........................15 Default Settings..............................15 Web Configuration ..............................16 Status ..................................18...
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6.1.3 PPPoE................................33 6.1.4 PPTP .................................35 LAN Settings .................................37 VPN Pass Through ...............................38 Port Forwarding ..............................39 Port Triggering ..............................41 DMZ ..................................43 MAC Filter ................................44 IP Filter..................................45 URL Filter................................47 Wireless ..................................48 Wireless Network ..............................48 Wireless Security ..............................52 Site Survey................................55 Wireless MAC Filter ..............................59 Wireless Advanced ...............................60 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) ..........................62 WDS Link Settings ..............................64...
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Client Bridge Mode ...............................78 Access Point Mode ...............................78 Access Point Mode with WDS Function (WDS AP mode)..................80 WDS Bridge Mode ..............................81 Repeater mode ..............................82 Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement........................83 Appendix B – IC Interference Statement .........................84 Appendix C – CE Interference Statement........................86...
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Revision History Version Date Notes 2011/12/15 First Release...
The ECB350 is a Wireless Network device that delivers up to 6x faster speeds and 7x extended coverage than 802.11b/g devices. The ECB350 supports use in the home network with superior throughput, performance, and unparalleled wireless range.
QoS (WMM) support Enhanced user performance and density. 1.2 Package Contents The ECB350 package contains the following items (all items must be in package to issue a refund): ECB350 12V/1A 100V~240V Power Adapter RJ-45 Ethernet LAN Cable CD-ROM with User's Manual Quick Guide 1.3 System Requirements...
1.4 Applications The wireless LAN products are easy to install and highly efficient. The following list describes some of the many applications made possible through the power and flexibility of wireless LANs: a) Difficult-to-Wire Environments There are many situations where wires cannot be laid easily. Historic buildings, older buildings, multiple buildings, and/or open areas make the installation of a Wired LAN impossible, impractical, and/or expensive.
Building materials makes a difference. A solid metal door and/or aluminum stubs may have a significant negative effect on the signal strength of the ECB350. Locate your wireless devices carefully so the signal can pass through a drywall and/or open doorways. Materials such as glass, steel, metal, concrete, water (example: fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets and/or brick can also lower your wireless signal strength.
2.2 Computer Settings (Windows XP/Windows 7) In order to use the ECB350, you must first configure the TCP/IPv4 connection of your computer system. Click Start button and open Control Panel. Windows XP Windows 7...
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In Windows XP, click Network Connections In Windows 7, click View Network Status and Tasks in the Network and Internet section, then select Change adapter settings Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and select Properties...
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Select Use the following IP address and enter IP address and subnet mask then click OK. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device. For example: Device IP address: 192.168.1.1 PC IP address: 192.168.1.2 – 192.168.1.254 PC subnet mask: 255.255.255.0...
Apple Mac X OS Go to System Preferences (can be opened in the Applications folder or selecting it in the Apple Menu) Select Network in the Internet & Network section Highlight Ethernet In Configure IPv4, select Manually Enter IP address and subnet mask then press OK Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.
2. Connect one end of the Category 5 Ethernet cable into RJ-45 port of the ECB350 and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the computer that will use the ECB350. Ensure that the cable is securely connected to both the ECB350 and the Computer.
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Front Panel Rear Panel Front Panel LED lights for Wireless, Ethernet port and Power. LED Lights Rear Panel DC IN for Power. DC IN One click for reset the device. Press over 10 seconds for reset to factory default. Reset Button Ethernet port for RJ-45 cable.
3 Configuring Your Client Bridge This section will show you how to configure the device using the web-based configuration interface. 3.1 Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the Client Bridge. Default Settings IP Address 192.168.1.1 Username / Password admin / admin...
Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the Access Point, ensure you enter the correct IP Address. The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click the Login button to open the web-base configuration page. If successful, you will see the ECB350 User Menu.
Status The Status section contains the following options: Main, Wireless Client List and System Log. The following sections describe these options. 4.1 Save/Reload This page lets you save and apply the settings shown under Unsaved changes list, or cancel the unsaved changes and revert to the previous settings that were in effect.
4.2 Main Clicking the Main link under the Status menu or clicking Home at the top-right of the Web Configurator shows status information about the current operating mode. - The System Information section shows general system information such as device name, MAC address, current time, firmware version and management VLAN ID (Note: VLAN ID is only in Access Point and WDS AP mode).
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- The Current Wireless Settings section shows wireless information such as operating mode, frequency and channel. Since the ECB350 supports multiple-SSIDs, information about each SSID, such as its ESSID and security settings, are displayed (Note: Profile Settings is only in Access Point, WDS AP and Router mode).
4.3 Connection Status Click on the Connection Status link under the Status menu. This page displays the current status of the network, including Network Type, SSID, BSSID, Connection Status, Wireless Mode, Current Channel, Security, Data Rate, Noise Level and Signal Strength. Note: Only in Client Bridge, Client Router, WDS Station and Repeater mode.
4.4 Wireless Client List Clicking the Wireless Client List link under the Status menu displays the list of clients associated to the ECB350, along with the MAC addresses and signal strength for each client. Clicking the [Refresh] button updates (refreshes) the client list.
4.5 System Log The ECB350 automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in its internal memory. To view the logged information, click the System Log link under the Status menu. If there is not enough internal memory to log all events, older events are deleted from the log.
5 System 5.1 Operation Mode The ECB350 supports 8 operating modes: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station, Universal Repeater, Router and Client Router. System Properties Enter a name for the device. The name you type appears in SNMP management. This name is Device Name not the SSID and is not broadcast to other devices.
5.2 IP Settings This page allows you to modify the device's IP settings. Note: Only in Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station and Repeater mode. IP Settings Select whether the device IP address will use the static IP address specified in the IP IP Network Setting Address field or be obtained automatically when the device connects to a DHCP server.
5.3 Spanning Tree Setting This page allows you to modify the Spanning Tree settings. Enabling Spanning Tree protocol will prevent network loops in your LAN network. Note: Only in Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station and Repeater mode. Spanning Tree Enable or disable the Spanning Tree function.
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Specify the Priority number. Smaller number has greater priority. Priority Click [Accept] to confirm the changes or [Cancel] to cancel and return previous settings. Accept / Cancel...
6 Router This section is only available for AP Router Mode and Client Router Mode. 6.1 WAN Settings There are four types of WAN connections: Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE and PPTP. Please contact your ISP to find out which settings you should choose. 6.1.1 Static IP If your ISP Provider has assigned you a fixed IP address, enter the assigned IP address, Subnet mask, Default Gateway...
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Specify the second DNS server’s IP address. Secondary DNS Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on Discard Ping on WAN the ECB350 WAN interface. Note: Pinging IP addresses is a common method used by hackers to test whether the IP address is valid.
6.1.2 DHCP Select DHCP as your WAN connection type to obtain an IP address automatically. You will need to enter account name as your hostname and, optionally, DNS information. DHCP...
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Click the radio button to set up the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS servers manually. Use These DNS Servers Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on Discard Ping on WAN the ECB350 WAN interface.
Select Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This selection is typically used for DSL services. Remove your PPPoE software from your computer, as it is not needed and will not work with your ECB350. PPPoE...
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Click the radio button to set up the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS servers manually. Use These DNS Servers Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on Discard Ping on WAN the ECB350 WAN interface.
6.1.4 PPTP Select PPTP as your WAN connection type if your ISP uses a Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) connection. You will need to provide the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway (optional), DNS (optional), server IP, username, and password provided by your ISP. PPTP...
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Click the radio button to set up the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS servers manually. Use These DNS Servers Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on Discard Ping on WAN the ECB350 WAN interface.
6.2 LAN Settings This page allows you to modify the device's LAN settings. LAN Settings The LAN IP Address of this device. IP Address The LAN Subnet Mask of this device. IP Subnet Mask Check this option to enable the internal DHCP server. Use Router As DHCP Server The range of IP addresses of the DHCP server will allocate to LAN device.
6.3 VPN Pass Through VPN Passthrough allows a secure virtual private network (VPN) connection between two computers. Enabling the options on this page opens a VPN port and enables connections to pass through the ECB350 without interruption.
Port forwarding can be used to open a port or range of ports to a device on your network. Using port forwarding, you can set up public services on your network. When users from the Internet make certain requests on your network, the ECB350 can forward those requests to computers equipped to handle the requests.
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Port Forwarding Enables or disables the Port Forwarding feature. Port Forwarding Enter a name or description to help you identify this entry. Service Name Select a protocol for the application. Choices are Both, TCP, and UDP. Protocol The port range that the server is running on the local computer. Start / End Port The local IP address of the computer the server is hosted on.
6.5 Port Triggering If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the device’s firewall. Port Triggering will be required for these applications to work.
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Port Triggering Enables or disables the Port Triggering feature. Port Triggering Enter a name or description to help you identify this entry. Service Name This is the outgoing (outbound) port numbers for this application. Trigger Port Select whether the application uses TCP, UDP or Both types of protocols for outbound transmissions. Trigger Type These are the inbound (incoming) ports for this application.
6.6 DMZ If you have a computer that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the ECB350, you can allow the computer to have unrestricted Internet access. Enter the IP address of that computer as a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) host with unrestricted Internet access.
6.7 MAC Filter You can choose whether to Deny or Allow only those devices listed in the MAC Filtering table to access the Internet. MAC Filter Enables or disables the MAC Filter function. MAC Filter When selected, the computers listed in the MAC Filter table will be Denied to access Deny all clients with MAC addresses the Internet.
6.8 IP Filter You can choose whether to Deny or Allow only devices with those IP Addresses listed on the IP Filter Table from accessing certain ports. This can be used to control which Internet applications the computers can access. Note: You will need to have knowledge of what Internet port numbers each application uses.
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Enables or disables the IP Filter function. IP Filter When selected, the computers listed in the IP Filter table will be Denied to access Deny all clients with IP addresses the Internet. listed below to access the network When selected, only the computers listed in the IP Filter table will be Allowed to Allow all clients with IP addresses access the Internet.
6.9 URL Filter You can deny access to certain websites by blocking keywords in the URL web address. For example, “gamer” has been added to the URL Filter Table. Any web address that includes “gamer” will be blocked.
7 Wireless 7.1 Wireless Network This page shows the current status of the device's Wireless settings. Access Point / WDS AP / Router mode:...
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Wireless Network (Access Point / WDS AP / Router mode) Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode. Wireless Mode The default channel bandwidth is 20/40MHz. The larger the channel, the better the transmission Channel HT Mode quality and speed. Select upper or lower channel. Your selection may affect the Auto channel function. Extension Channel Select the channel and frequency appropriate for your country’s regulation.
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SSID Profile Specify the SSID for the current profile. SSID Specify the VLAN tag for the current profile. VLAN ID Check this option to hide the SSID from clients. If checked, the SSID will not appear in the site Suppressed SSID survey.
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Wireless Network (Client Bridge / Client Router / WDS Station / Repeater mode) Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode. Wireless Mode The SSID is a unique named shared amongst all the points of the wireless network. The SSID SSID must be identical on all points of the wireless network and cannot exceed 32 characters. You may specify an SSID or select one from the Site Survey.
7.2 Wireless Security The Wireless Security section lets you configure the ECB350's security modes: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK Mixed, WPA, WPA2, and WPA Mixed. We strongly recommend you use WPA2-PSK. WEP Encryption: WEP Encryption Select Open System or Shared Key.
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others are optional. WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption: WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption Select the WPA encryption you would like. Encryption Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Wireless clients must use the same key to associate the device. Passphrase If using passphrase format, the Key must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.
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WPA Encryption Select the WPA encryption you would like. Encryption Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Enter the IP address of the Radius Server Radius Server Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius server. Radius Port Enter the secret required to connect to the Radius server.
7.3 Site Survey Use this feature to scan nearby Access Points. Note: Only in Client Bridge, Client Router and Repeater mode. 1. Click Site Survey. 2. Scanning the nearby Access Points...
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3. Access Point list after site survey Site Survey (Client Bridge / Client Router / Repeater mode)
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Access Point's wireless MAC address. BSSID SSID that the Access Point is broadcasting. SSID Channel that the Access Point is using. Channel Signal strength from the Access Point to your station. Signal Level (dBm) The band that the Access Point is using. Type Encryption method that the Access Point is using to secure data over the WLAN.
Wireless MAC Filters are used to allow or deny network access to wireless clients according to their MAC addresses. You can manually add a MAC address to restrict the permission to access ECB350. The default setting is Disable Wireless MAC Filter.
7.5 Wireless Advanced This page allows you to configure wireless advance settings. It is recommended the default settings are used unless the user has experience with these functions. Wireless Advanced...
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Select a data rate from the drop-down list. The data rate affects throughput. If you select a low Data Rate data rate value, for example, the throughput is reduced but the transmission distance increases. Specify the threshold package size for RTC/CTS. A small number causes RTS/CTS packets to be RTS/CTS Threshold sent more often and consumes more bandwidth.
7.6 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS feature is following the Wi-Fi Alliance WPS standard and it eases the set up of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks in the home and small office environment. It reduces the user steps required to configure a network and supports two methods that are familiar to most consumers to configure a network and enable security.
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Select Enable or Disable the WPS feature. Shows whether the WPS function is Configured or unConfigured. WPS Current Status Configured means that WPS has been used to authorize connection between the device and wireless clients. The PIN code of this device. Self Pin Code The SSID (wireless network name) used when connecting using WPS.
7.7 WDS Link Settings Using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) to connect Access Point wirelessly, and in doing so extend a wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not possible or inefficient to implement. Note that compatibility between different brands and models is not guaranteed. It is recommended that the WDS network be created using the same models for maximum compatibility.
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Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down list. Mode Click [Accept] to confirm the changes or [Cancel] to cancel and return previous settings. Accept / Cancel...
8 Management 8.1 Administration This page allows you to change the system password and to configure remote access. By default, the user name is admin and the password is: admin. Password can contain 0 to 12 alphanumeric characters and are case sensitive. Note: Remote Access is only in AP Router and Client Router mode.
Accept / Cancel Note: 1. If you reconfigure the Management VLAN ID, you may lose your connection to the ECB350. Verify that the DHCP server supports the reconfigured VLAN ID and then reconnect to the ECB350 using the new IP address.
8.3 SNMP Settings This page allows you to assign the contact details, location, community name and trap settings for SNMP. This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network-attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to various parts of a network. Upon receiving these messages, SNMP-compatible devices (called agents) return data stored in their Management Information Bases.
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Trap Specify the IP address of the computer that will receive the SNMP traps. Trap Destination Address Specify the password for the SNMP trap community. Trap Destination Community Name...
To restore settings that have been previously backed up, click [Browse], select Restore Saved Settings the file, and click [Restore]. from A File Click [Factory Default] button to restore the ECB350 to its factory default Revert to Factory Default settings. Settings...
8.5 Firmware Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the device's firmware. To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Click the [Browse] button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file. 2. Select the upgrade file. Its name will appear in the Upgrade File field. 3.
8.6 Time Setting This page allows you to set the system time. Time Manually specify the date and time. Manually Set Date and Time Select a time zone from the drop-down list and check whether you want to Automatically Get Date and enter the IP address of an NTP server or use the default NTP server.
8.7 Log This page allows you to setup Syslog and local log functions. Enable or disable the syslog function. Syslog Enter the IP address of the log server. Log Server IP Address Enable or disable the local log service. Local Log Click Save/Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
8.8 Diagnosis This page allows you to ascertain connection quality and trace the routing table to the target. Diagnosis Enter the IP address you would like to search. Target IP Enter the packet size of each ping. Ping Packet Size Enter the number of times you want to ping.
9.1 Client Bridge Mode In Client Bridge Mode, the ECB350 acts as a wireless dongle that connects to an Access Point to gain wireless access to the Internet. This mode requires you to connect the Ethernet port on your PC to the ECB350 LAN port.
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Stations and client must be configured to use the same SSID and security password to associate with the ECB350. The ECB350 supports four SSIDs at the same time for secure guest access.
9.3 Access Point Mode with WDS Function (WDS AP mode) The ECB350 also supports WDS AP mode. This operating mode allows wireless connections to the ECB350 using WDS technology. In this mode, configure the MAC addresses in both Access Points to enlarge the wireless area by enabling...
ECB350 device. Use this mode when two wired LANs located a small distance apart want to communicate with each other. The best solution is to use the ECB350 to wirelessly connect two wired LANs, as shown in the following figure.
9.5 Repeater mode Repeater is used to regenerate or replicate signals that are weakened or distorted by transmission over long distances and through areas with high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This radio transmitter (IC: 10103A-ECB350 / Model: ECB350) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna type, maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this user’s manual, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
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àl'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante. Le présent émetteur radio (IC: 10103A-ECB350 / Modèle: ECB350) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus...
Appendix C – CE Interference Statement Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: EN60950-1:2006 A11:2009+A1:2010 Safety of Information Technology Equipment EN50385 : 2002...
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0560 Česky [Czech] [Jméno výrobce] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [typ zařízení] je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede [fabrikantens navn] erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr [udstyrets typebetegnelse] overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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Nederlands [Dutch] Hierbij verklaart [naam van de fabrikant] dat het toestel [type van toestel] in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, [isem tal-manifattur], jiddikjara li dan [il-mudel tal-prodott] jikkonforma mal- ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
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