FriendlyNET™ FR3002AL Wireless Router User Manual Addendum
User Manual Addendum
______________________________________________________ Contents 1. Introduction 1.1 Functions and Features 1.2 Package Contents 2. Hardware Installation 3. FR3002AL Wireless Router Configuration 3.1 Configuring the Wireless Connections 3.2 Configuring the Wireless Connections 3.3 WEP Security Settings Screen 3.3.1 Configuring the WEP Security Settings 3.3.2 WEP Security and Apple Airport Wireless Cards 5 5 5 7 9 9 11 12 12 Appendix A.
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1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Asanté FriendlyNET FR3002AL Wireless Router. Note: This addendum briefly describes the basic installation and configuration of the router. For more complete information on features, please refer to the FR3000 Series User’s Manual. 1.1 F UNCTIONS AND FEATURES The Asanté FriendlyNET Wireless Router is a powerful gateway to a wide range of Internet services.
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2. Hardware Installation This addendum is concerned with the installation and configuration of the wireless portion of the FR3002AL. Please refer to the FR3000 Series User's Guide for information on connecting the router to your ISP. Please follow the steps below to install your wireless router: 1. 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the ADSL or cable modem port to the router’s WAN port.
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3. FR3002AL Wireless Router Configuration Before connecting wireless workstations to the FR3002AL, you will need to configure the router to receive wireless connections. Perform the following steps to configure the FR3002AL for wireless use: 3.1 Configuring the Wireless Connections 1. Verify that your router is able to connect to the Internet using the LAN ports of the router.
You will see the Status screen, which consists of 2 sections: The Router Status, and the Peripheral Status. Router Status Peripheral Status The Router Status section will reflect the status of the connection between the router and the ISP. The Peripheral Status section reflects the status of the Print Server if installed. Refer to the User's Manual for information on configuring the Print Server function. 4. Click on the Wireless Setup button at the top of the screen.
3.2 Configuring the Wireless Setup Options The FR3002AL is designed to function as a wireless access point using the default settings shown. If you wish to use more than one FR3002AL in your wireless network, you have the option of having one network with multiple access points (routers), or separate networks. If you wish to have one big wireless network, leave the settings at the factory default.
3.3 WEP Security Settings Screen Most internal LAN traffic does not require additional security measures. If you are transferring sensitive files or other material over the wireless LAN, you may enable the WEP Security Settings. WEP stands for "Wired Equivalent Protocol". 3.3.1 Configuring the WEP Security Settings Follow the instructions below to configure the WEP Security feature: 1.
Note: Advanced users may use a 26 or 10 digit hex-decimal number. Note: Up to 4 WEP Keys may be configured. Each Key number must be different. 3.3.2 WEP Security and Apple Airport Wireless Cards The Apple Airport Wireless Card and the FR3002AL enter and store the WEP Security Key differently. Due to these differences, the WEP Security feature will not work with the Airport Card. To use an Airport Card with the FR3002AL, disable the WEP security feature on both the card and the router.
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Appendix A. Tips for Better Wireless Reception The signal quality and range of any wireless Ethernet card is affected greatly by the environment in which they are placed. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your wireless network when using the Asanté FR3002AL wireless router: • • • • • • • • • The best rule of thumb for good signal strength and quality is to have line-of-sight from the FR3002AL router to the wireless computers.
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