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BR-6228nS V2
BR-6228nC V2
User Manual
09‐2013 / v1.1
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CONTENTS I. Product Information ............................................................................... 1 I‐1. Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 1 I‐2. LED Status ...................................................................................................................... 1 I‐3. Back Panel ..............................................................................................
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III‐3‐6. Firewall ......................................................................................................................... 57 III‐3‐6‐1. URL Blocking ................................................................................................................ 57 III‐3‐6‐2. Access Control.............................................................................................................. 59 III‐3‐6‐3. DMZ ........................................................
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IV‐1‐3‐2. Mac ............................................................................................................................112 IV‐1‐4. How to Find Your Router’s IP Address .......................................................................115 IV‐1‐4‐1. Windows XP, Vista & 7 ...............................................................................................115 IV‐1‐4‐2. Windows 8 ................................................................................
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I. Product Information I‐1. Package Contents Before you start using this product, please check if there is anything missing in the package, and contact your dealer to claim the missing item(s): BR‐6228nS V2 Power Adapter or BR‐6228nC V2 (5dBi Antenna x 1) (9dBi Antenna x 1) Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide CD‐ROM 1
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I‐2. LED Status LED LED Status Description PWR On Device is on. Off Device is off. On Wi‐Fi is active (or WPS is active). WLAN Flashing Wi‐Fi activity (transferring data). Off Wi‐Fi is not active. On WAN port connected. WAN Flashing WAN activity. Off WAN port not connected. Ethernet port is connected to a network On device. LAN (1–4) Flashing LAN activity. Ethernet port is not connected to a Off network device. 2
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I‐3. Back Panel Power Port LAN Ports 1–4 WAN Port WPS/Reset Button BR 6228nS V2: Fixed 5dBi Antenna BR 6228nC V2: Detachable 9dBi Antenna 3
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I‐4. Safety Information In order to ensure the safe operation of the device and its users, please read and act in accordance with the following safety instructions. 1. The device is designed for indoor use only; do not place it outdoors. 2. Do not place the device in or near hot/humid places, such as a kitchen or bathroom. 3. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from the BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2. 4. Handle the device with care. Accidental damage will vo
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II. Installation 1. Plug the included power adapter into the device’s 5V DC power port and the other end into an electrical socket. 2. Ensure that the power LED is lit. If not, the device is not properly connected. 3. Use a Wi‐Fi device (e.g. computer, tablet, smartphone) to search for a Wi‐Fi network with the SSID “edimax.setup” and connect to it. iOS 4 or Android 4 and above are required for setup on a smartphone or tablet. 4. Open a web browser and if you do not aut
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If you cannot access http://edimax.setup, please make sure your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address. Refer to IV‐1. Configuring your IP address for more information. 5. Select the mode for your BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 and click “Next” to continue. Wi‐Fi Router The device connects to your modem and enables Internet (wireless and Ethernet) access on your network devices. Access Point The device connects to an existing router via Ethernet cable and provides Internet (wireles
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and Ethernet) access for your network devices. Range Extender The device connects wirelessly to your existing network and repeats the wireless signal. Follow the appropriate instructions for your operating mode: 7
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II‐1. Wi‐Fi Router Mode 1. Connect the blue WAN port of your BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 to the LAN port of your modem using an Ethernet cable, and then click “Next”. 2. Please wait a moment while the BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 tests the connection. 8
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3. Click “Next” to continue and configure the device’s wireless network. 4. Enter a name and password for your wireless network, then click “Next” to continue. 9
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5. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below. Check that all of the details are correct and then click “Next” to proceed. If you wish to backup the device’s settings, click “Backup this configuration” to open a new window and save your current configuration to a router.txt file. 10
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6. Please wait a moment until the device is ready. 7. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. Please close the browser window. 8. The BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 is working and ready for use. You can now connect to the device’s new SSID. Please refer to IV‐2. Connecting to a Wi‐Fi network if you require more guidance. 11
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II‐2. Access Point Mode 1. Connect the yellow LAN port of your BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 to the LAN port of your existing router using an Ethernet cable, then click “Next”. 2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” or “Use the following IP address” for your BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2. If you are using a static IP, enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. Click “Next” to proceed to the next step. 12
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“Obtain an IP address automatically” is the recommended setting for most users. For more guidance on static IP addresses, please refer to IV‐1. Configuring your IP address. 3. Enter a name and password for your wireless network, then click “Next” to continue. 4. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below. Check that all of the details are correct and then click “Next” to proceed. 13
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If you wish to backup the device’s settings, click “Backup this configuration” to open a new window and save your current configuration to a AP.txt file. 5. Please wait a moment until the BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 is ready. 6. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. Please close the browser window. 14
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7. The BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 is working and ready for use. You can now connect to the device’s new SSID. Please refer to IV‐2. Connecting to a Wi‐Fi network if you require more guidance. 15
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II‐3. Range Extender Mode 1. Please ensure your BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2 is within Wi‐Fi range of your existing wireless router. Click “Next” to continue. 2. The “Wireless Site Survey” page displays all available wireless networks within range. Select the Wi‐Fi network name (SSID) which you wish to connect to and enter a “Device SSID” (BR‐6228nS V2/nC V2’s SSID) and “Security Key” (existing SSID’s password) if required. Click “Next” to continue. If the Wi‐Fi network you wish to
