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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.
Table of Content Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Features 1 Hardware Connection 1 LED Indicators 2 Chapter 2: About the Operation Modes 3 AP Mode 3 GW Mode 3 Client Mode (Infrastructure) 4 Chapter 3: Configuration 5 Login 5 Common Connection Types 6 Configuration via Web 7 Operation Mode 7 Status 23 System Data 23 TCP/IP 24 Other 25 Chapter 4: PC Configuration 28 Overview 28 Windows Clients 28 TCP/IP Settings - Overview 28 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000 29 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 30 Interne
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Chapter 1: Introduction Router is equipped with two 10/100 M Auto-sensing Ethernet ports for connecting to LAN and also for cascading to next Wireless Portable Router. This Portable Router provides 64/128bit WEP encryption, WPA and IEEE802.1x that ensures a high level of security to protects users’ data and privacy. The MAC Address filter prevents the unauthorized MAC Addresses from accessing your Wireless LAN. Your network security is therefore double assured.
Chapter 1: Introduction Support WPA/WAP2/WPAPSK/WPA2-PSK/WAPRADIUS/WPA2-RADIUS. Support AP and Gateway modes. Automatic channel selection. Client access control. Support 802.1x/ Radius client with EAP-MD5TLS, TKIP, AES encryption. Adjustable Tx power, Tx rate, and SSID broadcast. Allow WEP 64/128 bit. 9.MAC filtering.
Chapter 1: Introduction WPS button Press the physical WPS button on the Wireless Router once, or go to enable the WPS function via web configuration (Go to Wireless > WPS page), then the LED will start to flash. Please make a connection with other WPS supported device within 2 minutes.
Chapter 1: Introduction Bottom Switch Reset button and switch bar Reset Keep on pressing the Reset button more than 3 seconds, the Wireless Router will set all setting back to factory default values. Switch User need to MANUALLY switch the bar into the mode preferred, Router, AP or Client mMode, then the device will reboot automatically into the mode selected.
Chapter 2: Operation Modes Chapter 2: Operation Modes This device provides operational applications with Router, AP and Client modes, which are mutually exclusive. This device is shipped with configuration that is functional right out of the box. If you want to change the settings in order to perform more advanced configuration or even change the mode of operation, you can manually switch to the mode you desire by the manufacturer as described in the following sections.
Chapter 2: Operation Modes Access Point Mode When acting as an Access Point (AP), this device connects all the stations (PC/notebook with wireless network adapter) to a wireless network. Client Mode If set to Client (Infrastructure) mode, this device can work like a wireless station when it’s connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets from wired end to wireless interface.
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Chapter 3: Installation AP/ Client Mode Connect via cable … Step 1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port(act as a LAN port here) of the Wireless Router, another end to your PC or notebook. Step 2. Then, connect the Wireless Router with a power to an outlet.
Chapter 3: Installation Router Mode Connect via wireless… Step 1. Power on the wireless router first, connect the Wireless Router with a power to an outlet. Step 2. Then, connect the computer with the wireless router via wireless LAN interface. Step 3. After make a connection and set up(please refer to TCP/IP Settings> WAN Interface Setup) successfully, connect the ADSL or cable modem with an cable to the Ethernet port(act as WAN port here). If your modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable.
Chapter 3: Installation 4. After connected successfully, the following screen will show up. Simply enter the username “admin” without password to login(case-sensitive). After login successfully, please click the Setup Wizard item that provides a primary configuration of this device. You may enter each screen to change the default settings step by step.
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Chapter 3: Installation If you cannot connect... If the Wireless Router does not respond, please check following: • The Wireless Router is properly installed and connection with computer is OK, and it is already powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: • Please go to Start>Run…> Enter “cmd” command in the column to open the MS-DOS window. • • • • • Enter the command: ping 192.168.1.
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Chapter 3: Installation Common Connection Types Common Connection Types Cable Modems Type Details ISP Data required Dynamic IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you connect to you ISP. Usually, none. However, some ISP's may require you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name, or MAC (physical) address. Static (Fixed) IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Static (Fixed) IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you. Chapter 4: Web Configuration After login successfully, please click the Setup Wizard item that provides a primary configuration of this device. You may enter each screen to change the default settings step by step. Setup Wizard The setup wizard will guide you to configure access point for first time. Please follow the setup wizard step by step.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Router Mode Step 1- WAN Interface Setup User can select the WAN access type here for internet connection. WAN Access Type If the PPPoE be selected, user have to set up the user name and password according to the ISP that provided the related information. User Name: Enter the username that provide by your ISP provider. Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Password: Enter the password that provide by your ISP provider.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration AP/Client Mode Step 1- Set Wireless Network Name User can setup the network name of the Wireless Router here. Wireless Network Name (SSID) A SSID is referred to a network name because essentially it is a name that identifies a wireless network(case-sensitive). Step 2- Select Wireless Security Mode User can setup the security here, it is strongly recommended to set up security mode to prevent any unauthorized accessing.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Encryption Select desired security type from the pull-down menu None, WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA2-Mixed. The default setting is None. It is strongly recommended to set up security mode (WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA2Mixed) to prevent any unauthorized accessing. WEP Key Length: Select key length 64-bit or 128-bit. Key Format: Hexadecimal (WEP 64 bits): 10 Hex characters (0~9, a~f). Hexadecimal (WEP 128 bits): 26 Hex characters (0~9, a~f).
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Wireless Basic Settings Disable Wireless LAN Interface Check to disable the wireless function. If the wireless LAN interface be disabled, the WLAN LED on the top will be off. Band You can choose one mode of the following you need. The default is 2.4GHz (B+G+N) mode. 2.4GHz (B): 802.11b supported rate only. 2.4GHz (G): 802.11g supported rate only. 2.4GHz (N): 802.11n supported rate only. 2.4GHz (B+G): 802.11b supported rate and 802.11g supported rate. 2.4GHz (G+N): 802.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration and AP+WDS mode. Under Client mode, there is only Client mode can be selected. Multiple APs This page shows and updates the wireless setting for multiple APs. Network Type Network Name (SSID) Channel Width Control Sideband Channel Number Broadcast SSID WMM Data Rate Associated Clients Enable Mac Clone (Single Ethernet Client) Enable Universal User can set up the multiple AP here. To enable one of the APs from 1~4, then setup the wireless settings from the pull-down list.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Repeater Mode (Acting as AP and client simultaneously) Advanced Settings Fragment Threshold RTS Threshold Fragmentation mechanism is used for improving the efficiency when high traffic flows along in the wireless network. If the 802.11g MIMO Wireless Router often transmit large files in wireless network, you can enter new Fragment Threshold value to split the packet. The value can be set from 256 to 2346. The default value is 2346.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Beacon Interval Beacon Interval is the amount of time between beacon transmissions. Before a station enters power save mode, the station needs the beacon interval to know when to wake up to receive the beacon. Range 20-1024 ms, default is 100. Preamble Type A preamble is a signal used in wireless environment to synchronize the transmitting timing including Synchronization and Start frame delimiter. You can select Long or Short for the preamble type.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration WEP 802.1x Authentication: Check the box to enable the 802.1x authentication. Authentication: Select Open System, Shared Key or Auto. Key Length: select key length 64-bit or 128-bit. Key Format: Hexadecimal (WEP 64 bits): 10 Hex characters (0~9, a~f). Hexadecimal (WEP 128 bits): 26 Hex characters (0~9, a~f). ASCII (WEP 64 bits): 5 ASCII characters (case-sensitive). ASCII (WEP 128 bits): 13 ASCII characters (case-sensitive).
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Personal (Pre-Shared Key) Authentication Mode: Select Enterprise (RADIUS) or Personal (Pre-Shared Key) mode. WPA Cipher Suite: Here supported AES only. WPA2 Cipher Suite: Here supported AES only. Pre-Shared Key Format: There are two formats for choice to set the Pre-shared key, Passphrase and Hex (64 characters). If Hex is selected, users will have to enter a 64 characters string. For easier configuration, the Passphrase (at least 8 characters) format is recommended.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Access Control Wireless Access Control Mode Select Allow Listed or Deny Listed form the pull-down menu to enable access control function. Default setting is Disabled. MAC Address Enter the MAC address (12 characters) of a station that is allowed to access this Wireless Router. Comment You may enter up to 20 characters as a remark to the previous MAC address. Current Access Control List This table displays you the station MAC information.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration WDS Settings Wireless Distribution System uses wireless media to communicate with other APs, like the Ethernet does. To do this, you must set these APs in the same channel and set MAC address of other APs which you want to communicate with in the table and then enable the WDS. To use WDS function: 1. The APs must support WDS function. 2. To set the same SSID (Network name). 3. The channel must be set to the same on the APs. 4.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Step 1. Users would like to set up the WDS function, please go to Wireless > Basic Settings page to set up the Mode into WDS or AP+ WDS (Repeater) mode, and set the APs into the same SSID (Network Name) and Channel Number(If set to WDS mode, the SSID do not need to change). After setting up, please click Apply Changes button to execute. Step 2.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Enable WDS Check the box to enable the WDS function. MAC Address: Enter the Wireless BSSID (MAC) 12 characters of the wireless AP that you want to connect with. To check your wireless router’s MAC address, please go to Status > Wireless Configuration to find your BSSID (Wireless MAC address.) MAC Address Data Rate Comment Apply Changes Reset Set Security Select the data rate form the pull-down list. Enter a description for the device.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration WEP Key Format: For WEP 64 bits and WEP 128 bits encryption type, the selection of WEP Key Format are Hex and ASCII. WEP Key: If select Hex if you are using hexadecimal numbers (0-9, or A-F). Select ASCII if you are using ASCII characters (case-sensitive). Hexadecimal (WEP 64 bits): 10 Hex characters (0~9, a~f). Hexadecimal (WEP 128 bits): 26 Hex characters (0~9, a~f). ASCII (WEP 64 bits): 5 ASCII characters (case-sensitive).
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Site Survey Refresh Connect Check this button to renew all the listed access point. Under the client mode and select a site that you would like to communicate, and then click the Connect button.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration WPS Disable WPS Check the box to disable the WPS function, default setting is enabled. WPS Status Here shows the current status of the WPS function. Default setting is Configured, click Reset to UnConfigured to re-configured the WPS connection. Self-PIN Number Here shows the 8-digit numbers PIN code of the router itself. Enter the Self-PIN Number to client (Registrar) end and click the PIN button at the client end to make a WPS connection.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Schedule Enable Wireless Schedule Check the box to enable the schedule function. Set up the time to schedule the wireless access rule. Select the day and time you want to enable the wireless function.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration TCP/IP Settings LAN Interface IP Address Shows the IP address of the Wireless Router (Default IP address is 192.168.1.254.) Subnet Mask The subnet mask of the Wireless Router (Default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.) Default Gateway DHCP Enter the Gateway IP address here. DHCP Client Range The starting address of this local IP network address pool. The pool is a piece of continuous IP address segment, the device will distribute IP addresses from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Static DHCP Domain Name 802.1d Spanning Tree Clone MAC Address Refresh: Click this button to refresh the table. Close: Click this button to close the window. Check the box to enable the Static DHCP function, default setting is disabled. When set to enabled, user can click Set Static DHCP button to set the Static DHCP function. IP Address: Enter the fixed IP address that DHCP Server assigned to a certain connected station.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration WAN Interface DHCP Client WAN Access Type If the DHCP Client connection be selected, the PC will obtain the IP address automatically. Host Name: Enter the network area name in the column. MTU Size: The most appropriate MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) namely the maximum packet size, the default value is 1492 for your application. Reducing the packet size can help connecting to certain web sites or speeding up packet transfer rate.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Static IP If the Static IP be selected, user have to set up the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway according to the ISP (Internet Service Provider) that provided the related information. IP Address: Enter the WAN IP address provided by your ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask here. Default Gateway: Enter the default gateway IP address provided by your ISP here. MTU Size: The most appropriate MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) namely the maximum packet size.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Connection Type: Select the connection type Continuous, Connect on Demand or Manual from the pull-down menu. If selected Manual user can click Connect button to make a connection. Idle Time: It represents that the device will idle after the minutes you set. The time must be set between 1~1000 minutes. Default value of idle time is 5 minutes. This function will be available when the Connection Type is selected to Connect on Demand.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration If the L2TP be selected, user have to set up the server IP address, user name and password according to the ISP that provided the related information. IP Address: Enter the WAN IP address provided by your ISP here. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask here. Server IP Address: Enter the L2TP Server IP Address in this column. User Name: Maximum input is 20 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). Password: Maximum input is 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive).
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Firewall Port Filtering Enable Port Filtering Port Range Check to enable Port Filtering function. Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the service. If the service uses a single port number, enter it in both the start and finish fields. Protocol Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or Both) used to the remote system or service. Comment You may key in a description MAC address.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration IP Filtering Enable IP Filtering Check to enable IP filtering function. Local IP Address Enter the local computer’s IP address. Protocol Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or Both) used to the remote system or service. Comment You may key in a description for the port range. Apply Changes After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Reset Click Reset button to restore to default values.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration MAC Filtering Enable MAC Filtering MAC Address Comment Apply Changes Reset Current Filter Table Delete Selected Delete All Reset Check to enable MAC filtering function. Enter the client MAC address in the field. You may key in a description MAC address. After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Click Reset button to restore to default values. Shows the current MAC filter information.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Port Forwarding Enable Port Forwarding Check to enable Port Forwarding function. IP Address Enter the IP address in the field. Protocol Select the protocol (TCP, UDP or Both) used to the remote system or service. Port Range For TCP and UDP Services, enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the service. If the service uses a single port number, enter it in both the start and finish fields. Comment You may key in a description MAC address.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration URL Filtering Enable URL Filtering URL Address Apply Changes Reset Current Filter Table Delete Selected Delete All Reset Check to enable URL filtering function. Enter the URL address in the field. After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Click Reset button to restore to default values. Shows the current URL address filter information. Click Delete Selected button to delete items which are selected.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Enable DMZ Check the box to enable DMZ function. If the DMZ Host Function is enabled, it means that you set up DMZ host at a particular computer to be exposed to the Internet so that some applications/software, especially Internet / online game can have two way connections. DMZ Host IP Address Enter the IP address of a particular host in your LAN which will receive all the packets originally going to the WAN port/Public IP address above.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration QoS Use this section to configure QoS. The QoS settings improve your online gaming experience by ensuring that your game traffic is prioritized over other network traffic, such as FTP or Web. Enable QoS This function improves online gaming experience by ensuring that game traffic is prioritized over other network traffic, such as FTP or Web. Automatic Uplink/Download Speed Check the box to enable the automatic uplink/ download speed function.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Address Type Select IP or MAC address type. Local IP address MAC address Depend on the address type that selected, user can enter the IP address or MAC address of client to set up the bandwidth of the transmission. Mode Select Guaranteed minimum bandwidth or Restricted maximum bandwidth modes. Uplink Bandwidth (Kbps) Enter the Uplink Bandwidth (Kbps) in the column. Downlink Bandwidth (Kbps) Enter the Downlink Bandwidth (Kbps) in the column.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Transmit Select to enable or disable RIP protocol for transmit. Receive Select to enable or disable RIP protocol for receive. If you connect several routers with this Wireless Router, you may need to set up a predefined routing rule to have more effective network topology/traffic, this is called static route between those routers and the Wireless Router.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Statistics This page shows the packet counters for transmission and reception regarding to wireless and Ethernet networks. Dynamic DNS Enable DDNS Check to enable the DDNS function. Service Provider Select the desired DDNS Service Provider DynDNS or TZO from the pull-down list. Domain Name Here shows the domain name of the service provider. User Name/Email Enter your email that you registered in service provider website.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration the service provider website.) Password/Key Apply Changes Reset Enter your passwords that you registered in service provider website. Maximum input is 30 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive). After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save the settings. Click Reset button to restore to default values.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Denial of Service Enable DoS Prevention DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood your Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The Wireless Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks. This screen allows you to configure DoS protection. Check the box to enable the DoS settings.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Select All After you enabled the DoS prevention, you can click to select all DoS preventions. Clear All After you enabled the DoS prevention, you can click to uncheck all DoS preventions. Apply Changes After completing the settings on this page, click Apply Changes button to save current settings. Logs Enable Log Check to enable logging function. System all Activates all logging functions. Wireless Only logs related to the wireless LAN will be recorded.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Upgrade Firmware Select File Upload Reset Click the Browse button to find and open the firmware file (the browser will display to correct file path.) Click the Upload button to perform. Click Reset button to restore to default values. Save /Reload Settings Save Settings to File Click the Save button to save the current settings file in the PC.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Password User Name New Password Confirmed Password Key in a new login user name in the blank field. User can empty the user name and password columns to disable the access. Maximum input is 30 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive.) Key in the password again to confirm.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration Bandwidth Mgmt Enable Bandwidth Management Check the box to enable this function. If the DMZ Host Function is enabled, it means that you set up DMZ host at a particular computer to be exposed to the Internet so that some applications/software, especially Internet / online game can have two-way connections. You can select automatic or manual uplink speed. Automatic Uplink/Download Speed Check the box to enable the automatic uplink/ download speed function.
Chapter 4: Web Configuration System Timeout Setup Timeout value Reset This page is used to set the web and telnet timeout of the idle time when configuring this router. Click Reset button to restore to default values. System Restart Click the Restart button to restart the device. Log out Click the Logout button to leave the web configuration page.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration Chapter 5: PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: • • • TCP/IP network settings Internet Access configuration Wireless configuration Windows Clients • • • This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless Router. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000 1. 2. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: 3. 4. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes. • • Enter the Wireless Router 's IP address in the Default gateway field and click OK. (Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Router.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP • • To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP address from the Wireless Router.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration 3. 4. Select the Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) or 6 (TCP/IPv6) for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration Using DHCP • • To use DHCP, select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP address from the Wireless Router.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP • • To use DHCP, select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP address from the Wireless Router.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration For Windows 2000 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Select Start menu - Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button. Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually, or I want to connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click Next. Select "I connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click Next. Ensure all of the boxes on the following Local area network Internet Configuration screen are unchecked.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration Accessing AOL To access AOL (America On Line) through the Wireless Router, the AOL for Windows software must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up connection. The configuration process is as follows: 1. Start the AOL for Windows communication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or later. This procedure will not work with earlier versions. 2. Click the Setup button. 3.
Chapter 5: PC Configuration • • Use the "Deactivate" and "Activate" buttons, if available. OR, restart your system. Other Unix Systems To access the Internet via the Wireless Router: • • Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the Wireless Router. Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Appendix A: Troubleshooting Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. General Problems Problem 1: Solution 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Router to configure it.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting • Problem 2: Solution 2: If the Wireless Router is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem etc) to see that it is working correctly. Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Router. The Wireless Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not transparent. Use the Content Filter Settings feature to allow the use of Internet applications, which do not function correctly.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting • RF Shielding Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close to the Wireless Router.
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs Appendix B: About Wireless LANs BSS/ESS BSS A group of Wireless Stations and a single Access Point, all using the same ID (SSID), form a Basic Service Set (BSS). Using the same SSID is essential. Devices with different SSIDs are unable to communicate with each other. ESS A group of Wireless Stations, and multiple Access Points, all using the same ID (ESSID), form an Extended Service Set (ESS). Different Access Points within an ESS can use different Channels.
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs interference or best performance. This capability is called Roaming. (Access Points do not have or require Roaming capabilities.) Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. • • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channel are available.
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs 802.1x With 802.1x authentication, a wireless PC can join any network and receive any messages that are not encrypted, however, additional setup for RADIUS to issue the WEP key dynamically will be required. RADIUS is an authentication, authorization, and accounting client-server protocol. The client is a Network Access Server that desires to authenticate its links. The server is a server that has access to a user database with authentication information.
Appendix B: About Wireless LANs Pre-shared key, Passphrase and Hex (64 characters). If Hex is selected, users will have to enter a 64 characters string. For easier configuration, the Passphrase (at least 8 characters) format is recommended. Pre-Shared Key : Pre-Shared Key serves as a password. Users may key in 8 to 63 characters string if you selected passphrase. Pre-shared key format to set the passwords or leave it blank, in which the 802.1x Authentication will be activated.
