EZ ConnectTM 2.
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COMPLIANCES FCC - Class B 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
COMPLIANCES Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications. EC Conformance Declaration - Class B SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II, Calle Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2o, 4a, 08970 - Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain.
COMPLIANCES Safety Compliance Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct cord set.
COMPLIANCES Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany) 1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie keine Flüssigoder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung. 4. Die Netzanschlu ßsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein. 5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen. 6.
TABLE OF CONTENTS EZ Connect™ 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Package Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Network Configuration and Planning . . . . . . . . .35 Network Topologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ad Hoc Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infrastructure Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs A Wireless LAN with Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 35 36 37 38 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 802.
EZ CONNECT™ 2.4 GHZ WIRELESS ETHERNET ADAPTER Introduction SMC’s EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter (SMC2671W) can function as: • an Ethernet converter , providing a wireless connection to an access point via an RJ-45 connection to devices such as Microsoft Xbox and Ethernet ready embedded devices • a standard IEEE 802.
EZ CONNECT™ 2.4 GHZ WIRELESS ETHERNET ADAPTER Package Checklist The EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter package includes: • One EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter (SMC2671W) • One 5 VDC power adapter • Installation CD containing this User Guide and utility program • One RJ-45 cable Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at http://www.smc.com. Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts.
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The EZ Connect Wireless Cardbus Adapter supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps half-duplex connections to Ethernet networks. This device is fully compliant with 2.4 GHz DSSS CSMA/CA wireless networking as defined in IEEE 802.11b. It can be connected via an RJ-45 connection to devices such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox, Sony PlayStation II, and Ethernet ready embedded devices. It can also function as an IEEE 802.1b Access Point or as a Repeater (see “Introduction” on page 1).
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Applications EZ Connect wireless products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as: 4 • Video Game Systems Provides wireless Internet access for users of video game systems such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation II • Remote access to corporate network information E-mail, file transfer, and terminal emulation • Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbes
LED INDICATORS LED Indicators The EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter includes three status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table. LED Status Description Power (PWR) On (Red) Power is being supplied. Wireless TX/RX Link Flashing (Green) The device is transmitting data through wireless links. Flashing (Green) The device is receiving data through wireless links. On (Yellow) The device has established a valid Ethernet link.
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION System Requirements Before you install the EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter, be sure you have met the following requirements: 6 • An AC power outlet (100~240 V, 50~60 Hz) • An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on an Ethernet hub or switch • 802.11b compliant wireless Ethernet adapters with TCP/IP protocols installed • TCP/IP network protocol installed on each PC that needs to access the Internet. • A Java-enabled web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION 1. Select the Site – Choose a location for your SMC2671W Wireless Ethernet Adapter. Usually, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, if possible within line-of-sight of all wireless devices. 2. Place the wireless ethernet adapter in a position that gives it maximum coverage. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance. 3. Position the antennas in the desired positions.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Your SMC2671W is a plug and Play device. This means that, in most cases, you will not need to configure it. The SMC2671W Wireless Ethernet Adaptert includes an SNMP agent that is accessible through an SNMP manager application (EZ Connect Wireless AP Manager.) The SNMP agent supports read-write and read-only modes. The provided CD contains a utility program for the EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter.
BROWSER CONFIGURATION Browser Configuration Confirm your browser is configured for a direct connection to the Internet using the Ethernet cable that is installed in the computer. This is configured through the options/preference section of your browser. Disable Proxy Connection You will also need to verify that the HTTP Proxy feature of your web browser is disabled. This is so that your web browser will be able to view the SMC2671W configuration pages. The following steps are for Internet Explorer.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION To access the SMC2671W’s management interface, enter the Wireless Access Point IP address in your web browser http:// 192.168.2.254 Then click LOGIN. (By default, there is no password.) The home page displays the Setup options. Navigating the Web Browser Interface The SMC2671W’s management interface features a user-friendly setup interface.
NAVIGATING THE WEB BROWSER INTERFACE Use the web management interface to define system parameters, manage and control the Wireless Access Point and its ports, or monitor network conditions. The following table outlines the selections available from this program.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION System Password Settings Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. By default, there is no password. For security you should assign one before exposing the SMC2671W to the Internet. Passwords can contain from 3–12 alphanumeric characters and are not case sensitive. Enter a maximum Idle Time Out (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which the login session is maintained during inactivity.
NAVIGATING THE WEB BROWSER INTERFACE System Settings System Settings allows a remote PC to configure, manage, and monitor the SMC2671W using a standard web browser. Check Enable and enter the IP address of the remote host. Click APPLY. Note: If you specify 0.0.0.0 as this IP address, any host can manage the SMC2671W.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION LAN With Obtain an IP Address Automaticly [DHCP] enabled, the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway can be dynamically assigned to the SMC2671W by the network DHCP server. (Default: Disable) Note: If there is no DHCP server on your network, then the SMC2671W will automatically start up with its default IP address, 192.168.2.254.
NAVIGATING THE WEB BROWSER INTERFACE If your Internet Service Provider has assigned a fixed IP address, select Configure a Static IP Address. Enter the assigned address and subnet mask for the SMC2671W then enter the gateway address of your ISP. You may need a fixed address if you want to provide Internet services, such as a web server or FTP server.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SSID (Service Set ID) of the SMC2671W must be set to the same values as those of the access point they are associated with. Wireless Channel: The radio channel through which a wireless access point communicates with PCs in its BSS. (Default: 7) Note: The available channel settings are limited by local regulations. SSID: The Service Set ID. This should be set to the same value as other wireless devices in your network. (Default: WLAN.
NAVIGATING THE WEB BROWSER INTERFACE 64-Bit Manual Entry Key 1~4 - Each Key ID contains 10 HEX digits. 128-Bit Manual Entry Key ID contains 26 HEX digits. You may automatically generate encryption keys or manually enter the keys. For automatic 64-bit security, enter a passphrase. Four keys will be generated (as shown above). Choose a key from the four generated keys. Automatic 128-bit security generates a single passphrase.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Client List The Client List screen displays the MAC address and network speed of the accociated clients. Note that the client list will be blank if the SMC2671W is in Ethernet Converter mode.
