Router, login problem..

Len · 14-01-2006, 18:36

New router.

I just got myself a new router; it’s an “ADDON WBR 920” for my NTL ISP
Every thing working fine, Apart from I was given an IP address which takes you to a configuration page for the router. I managed to create a (wep) password to stop other unwanted pc / laptops from connecting to my ISP.

I was told at the beginning before I entered the IP address that no username and password are required for the first login (default setting). However I can assign a set of username and password for future security.
Well, I came across the option where I could change the password, which I did.

But now when I try and access the config page by following the IP address, I am prompted to give a username and password. Thing is, I don’t know the username only the password. I have not seen or been told what the user name is supposed to be. It was set at default, what ever that was and as far as I know I haven changed it.

Has anyone any suggestions?

Ber999T · 14-01-2006, 18:49

Have you tried to leave the field blank and just input your password?

Len · 14-01-2006, 19:20

Hi Ber999T

I have tried that but to no avail. I‘ve tried every username I can think of but no joy, I sure it’s going to be something obvious but I can suss it.
Sad thing is, is that there’s no support or telephone number to ring. There’s got to be away of doing it.

Neil · 14-01-2006, 19:40

try admin or administrator or username

shakermaker · 14-01-2006, 19:56

have you tried actually typing 'default' into the username?
you never know...

Len · 14-01-2006, 20:06

cracked it, with the help of the manual.

It turns out that the Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables me to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser.

So now I have pressed the reset button on the router and its gone back to the default setting. So I now have access to the config page again.

My next task it to try and locate my user name before changing the config password again.

Neil · 15-01-2006, 06:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Len

It turns out that the Wireless Router contains an HTTP server.

Thats the way they are all configured Len. Have you found a manual for it online? If so I could help out with your settings for you.

Len · 15-01-2006, 09:54

Hi Neil
The manual is on disc. I haven’t worked out my password yet, so I cannot Password protect the config page at the moment. If I change the password by using the option provided then each time I visit the config page I am asked to enter a username and password but I do not know the username.

The router is an;
Addon WBR 9200, Cable/DSL Wireless Router with 4port 10/100 Switch.
Supports;
WEP,WPA Encryption – 64bit/128 bit (WEP)
Wireless auto-channel selection
Wireless user access control
Wireless site survey
TCP / UDP / ICMP / ARP protocol stack
Dynamic DNS
NAT / NAPT. VPN pass-through with multiple sessions.
3 operation modes: gateway, bridge and wireless ISP

I don’t know if that lot means anything to anyone but to me, sod all. Hehe
What I’m trying to do is allow my laptop access to the internet via the router and at the same time prevent others from doing the same. I have done this using WEP encryption.
Also I ‘m attempt to see if I can network my pc with the laptop.

Neil · 15-01-2006, 10:20

Your better using wpa encryption but your laptop will need the wpa security update from microsoft, it is built in to service pack 2 as far as I know. I changed my access point to wpa and then could not select it on the laptop until I upgraded it. Is the manual too big to post on here or email?

Len · 15-01-2006, 10:25

The manual is to big to post here but the file size zipped is 1.26MB.

entwisi · 15-01-2006, 13:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Len

New router.

I just got myself a new router; it’s an “ADDON WBR 920” for my NTL ISP
Every thing working fine, Apart from I was given an IP address which takes you to a configuration page for the router. I managed to create a (wep) password to stop other unwanted pc / laptops from connecting to my ISP.

Interesting;ly google doesn't know of that model when I searched, not a particularly good start IMHO

Quote:

Originally Posted by Len

I was told at the beginning before I entered the IP address that no username and password are required for the first login (default setting). However I can assign a set of username and password for future security.
Well, I came across the option where I could change the password, which I did.

No mention of setting up a username though, perhaps you have missed a section? It seems to me that you assigned a password but to no specific user,

Quote:

Originally Posted by Len

But now when I try and access the config page by following the IP address, I am prompted to give a username and password. Thing is, I don’t know the username only the password. I have not seen or been told what the user name is supposed to be. It was set at default, what ever that was and as far as I know I haven changed it.

Has anyone any suggestions?

email me the manual or send it via MSN(My detail in my profile, I'm online most of the time)

Len · 15-01-2006, 14:49

Ok Ian, I’ve sent you the manual via e-mail. See if you can work out what the username is supposed to be. Hehe
I also did a search and found nothing which left me thinking the same as you.

Neil has also had a look at the manual and has given me some good advice. I have changed the security settings from WEP to WPA, means sod all to me. hehe

entwisi · 15-01-2006, 19:31

Mmmm, nowt on my the-entwistles.co.uk account, what account did you send it to?

WEP is the old standard for encryption which had a flaw that meant it was actually quite easy to crack. WPA is far more secure.

I've authorise you as an MSN buddy so you shouldbe able to see me online

Len · 15-01-2006, 20:13

sorry Ian I sent it on MSN. I've resent it.

entwisi · 15-01-2006, 20:33

OK had a look at a very poor manual. No mention of username anywhere.

Then I started googling for a company website. NOWT! NADA! This REALLY worries me. How the heck do you do a firmware upgrade if you don't have a manufacturer website to get it from?

Where did you buy this wonderful(Cough) piece of kit? If you have ANY option to return it I would be looking to exercise it about now. This really stinks of zero backup.