NetComm NF10W User Manual

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NetComm Wireless NF10W User Guide
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v1.1
Web based configuration
interface
First-time setup wizard
Please follow the steps below to configure your NF10W Wireless router via the web based configuration wizard.
1. Open a web browser and type http://192.168.20.1/ into the address bar at the top of the window.
2. At the login screen, type admin in the username and password field, then click the Login button.
Note:
admin
is the default username and password for the unit.
3. Click on the Basic Setup menu item on the left side of the screen.
ADSL
a) Select ADSL and click the Next button.
b) Select either the PPPoE or PPPoA for your internet connection as specified by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click
the Next button.

NetComm NF10W Specifications

General

Model	NF10W
Device Type	Wireless Router
Frequency Bands	2.4GHz
Maximum Wireless Speed	300Mbps
Ethernet Ports	4 x 10/100Mbps
WAN Port	1 x 10/100Mbps
Security	WPA, WPA2
Firewall	NAT, SPI
Antennas	2 x External Antennas

Summary

Overview

Introduction

Manual's purpose and scope, providing information for installation, operation, and use.

Target audience

Assumed user knowledge level regarding telecommunications terminology and concepts.

Prerequisites

Minimum system requirements needed before installing the NF10W router.

Notation

Explanation of symbols used throughout the manual for warnings and notes.

Welcome

Product overview

Highlights the key features and capabilities of the NetComm Wireless VDSL/ADSL WiFi Modem Router.

Package contents

Lists all items included in the NF10W product packaging.

Product features

Physical dimensions and indicators

LED indicators

Explanation of the front panel indicator lights and their meanings for network activity and device status.

Physical Dimensions

NF10W Default Settings

Interfaces

Rear

Description and identification of the ports and connectors on the rear panel.

Interfaces

Top

Description and identification of the elements on the top panel of the device.

Safety and product care

Transport and handling

Installation and configuration of the NF10W

Placement of your NF10W

Guidance on optimal router placement for strong wireless signal strength.

Avoiding obstacles and interference

Information on factors that can affect Wi-Fi performance and signal quality.

Cordless phones

Steps to manage interference issues caused by cordless phones.

Installation and configuration of the NF10W

Choosing the “quietest” channel for your wireless network

Tips for selecting the optimal wireless channel to minimize interference.

Hardware installation

Step-by-step instructions for the physical setup of the router.

Connecting a client via Ethernet cable

Procedure for connecting devices to the router using an Ethernet cable.

Connecting a client wirelessly

Procedure for connecting devices to the router via a wireless network.

Web based configuration interface

First-time setup wizard

A guided process to help configure the router for the first time.

ADSL

Configuration steps specifically for setting up an ADSL internet connection.

Web based configuration interface

VDSL

Configuration steps specifically for setting up a VDSL internet connection.

Ethernet WAN

Configuration steps for setting up an Ethernet WAN connection.

Web based configuration interface

PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE)

Detailed setup instructions for PPPoE internet connection type.

IP over Ethernet (IPoE)

Detailed setup instructions for IPoE internet connection type.

Device Info

Summary

Provides an overview of the router's status and WAN connection details.

WAN

Statistics

Detailed information related to WAN interface configuration.

WAN

Statistics - LAN

Detailed traffic data for each LAN interface.

Statistics - WAN Service

Detailed traffic data for the WAN service.

Statistics - xTM

Details related to the xTM interface of the router.

WAN

Statistics - xDSL

Status details related to the DSL interface of the router.

Route

ARP

Address Resolution Protocol information for network devices.

DHCP

Displays DHCP lease information for connected clients.

Advanced Setup

Layer2 Interface

Configuration settings for layer 2 interfaces.

ATM Interface

ATM interface settings used for ADSL connections.

Advanced Setup

PTM Interface

PTM interface settings used for VDSL connections.

ETH Interface

Configuration for Ethernet WAN interfaces.

WAN Service

WAN Service

PPP over Ethernet

Setup instructions for PPPoE internet connection type.

IP over Ethernet

Setup instructions for IPoE internet connection type.

WAN Service

NAT Translation settings

Configure Network Address Translation (NAT) settings.

Bridging

Configure the router to operate in bridging mode.

Routing -- Default Gateway

Procedure for setting the default gateway interface.

WAN Service

DNS Server Configuration

Configure DNS server settings for the WAN connection.

LAN

IPv4 Autoconfig

Configure LAN IPv4 settings, including IP address and DHCP.

LAN

IPv6 Autoconfig

Configure LAN IPv6 settings and DHCPv6 server.

LAN VLAN Setting

NAT

Virtual Servers

Configure virtual servers for port forwarding to local servers.

NAT

Port Triggering

Configure port triggering for specific applications.

NAT

DMZ Host

Configure a DMZ host to expose devices to the internet.

ALG

Configure Application Layer Gateway (ALG) settings.

Security

IP Filtering

Set up IP filtering rules to control incoming and outgoing traffic.

Outgoing IP Filtering

Configure filters for outgoing internet traffic.

Security

Incoming IP Filtering

Configure filters for incoming internet traffic.

Security

MAC Filtering

Control wireless network access based on MAC addresses.

Parental Control

Time Restriction

Restrict internet access for devices based on time of day.

Parental Control

URL Filter

Block or allow specific website URLs for content filtering.

Quality of Service

QoS -- Queue Management Configuration

Enable and configure Quality of Service settings for traffic prioritization.

QoS Queue

Setup and manage QoS queues for traffic prioritization.

Quality of Service

QoS Classification

Classify network traffic into priority queues for QoS management.

Routing

Default Gateway

Select the preferred WAN interface to act as the default gateway.

Static Route

Configure static routes for network traffic management.

Routing

Policy Routing

Define rules for routing traffic based on specific policies.

RIP (Routing Information Protocol)

Configure RIP for routing information exchange between routers.

DNS

DNS Server

Configure DNS server settings for name resolution.

Dynamic DNS

Set up dynamic DNS service for remote access to the router.

DNS

DSL

Configure DSL modulation and line settings.

DNS

UPnP

Configure Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) settings.

DNS Proxy

Enable and configure DNS proxy settings.

DLNA

Storage Service

Interface Grouping

IP Tunnel

IPSec

Multicast (IGMP Configuration)

Wireless

Basic

Configure basic wireless settings like SSID, security, and broadcast.

Wireless

Security

Configure wireless security settings such as WPA2, AES, and passphrase.

Wireless

MAC Filter

Control wireless network access by allowing or denying MAC addresses.

Wireless Bridge (Wireless Distribution Service)

Configure the router as a wireless access point for bridging.

Wireless

Advanced Wireless

Configure advanced wireless settings like band, channel, and bandwidth.

Wireless

Station Info

View information on authenticated wireless stations connected to the router.

Diagnostics

Diagnostics

Ethernet OAM

Configure Ethernet Operation, Administration, and Management features.

Management

Settings

Access router settings for backup, restore, and firmware updates.

Backup

Save current router configuration settings to a file.

Management

Update Settings

Update the router's firmware using a saved configuration file.

Factory Reset

Restore router to factory default firmware settings.

System Log

View and configure system event logs.

Management

SNMP Agent

Configure SNMP for monitoring network devices.

TR-069 Client

Configure TR-069 for auto-configuration and diagnostics.

Management

Internet Time

Synchronize router time with NTP servers for accurate timekeeping.

Access Control

Manage user accounts and control access permissions to the router.

Management

Services

Enable or disable LAN/WAN network services.

Update Firmware

Perform a manual update of the modem's firmware.

Reboot

Restart the NF10W router.

Additional Product Information

Establishing a wireless connection

Guide to connecting various operating systems to the wireless network.

Troubleshooting

Using the indicator lights (LEDs) to Diagnose Problems

Using LEDs to help diagnose and identify possible problem causes.

Power LED

Troubleshooting steps for when the Power LED does not light up.

Web Configuration

Steps to resolve issues accessing the router's web configuration pages.

Login Username and Password

Procedure for recovering forgotten login username or password.

WLAN Interface

Troubleshooting steps for WLAN connection or ping issues.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

Reserving IP addresses

Assigning static IP addresses to devices for QoS management.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

QoS Configuration Settings

Enable QoS and configure default DSCP marks for traffic management.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

High Priority QoS Queue Configuration

Configure a QoS queue to assign high priority to specific traffic.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

Low Priority QoS Queue Configuration

Configure a QoS queue to assign low priority to specific traffic.

High Priority QoS Classification

Classify network traffic to assign it to the high priority QoS queue.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

High Priority QoS Classification

Define specific rules for classifying high priority network traffic.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

Low Priority QoS Classification

Define specific rules for classifying low priority network traffic.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

Limiting the upstream rate

Set upstream bandwidth limits for specific traffic.

Appendix: Quality of Service Setup Example

Limiting the downstream rate

Set downstream bandwidth limits for specific traffic.

Legal & Regulatory Information

Intellectual Property Rights

Information regarding copyright and trademark rights.

Customer Information

ACMA requirements, radio frequency exposure, and compliance advice.

Consumer Protection Laws

Details on consumer rights and statutory guarantees.

Legal & Regulatory Information

Product Warranty

Terms and conditions of the product warranty.

Limitation of Liability

Disclaimer regarding the liability for product use and specifications.

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