54Mbps Wireless Bridge Base Station-g User Manual WLA-G54
INTRODUCTION 1.1 AirStation 54Mbps Bridge Base Station (WLA-G54)1 This User Manual introduces you to the High-Speed AirStation 54Mbps Bridge Base Station and will assist you with the more advanced features of the product. The AirStation 54Mbps Bridge Base Station , WLA-G54, is a wireless network access point that can be added to an existing network (LAN) to create a wireless network or added to an existing WLAN to extend the range of the WLAN. The WLA-G54 complies with the IEEE 802.
1.5 About the AirStation CD Prior to copying or installing the software, please read the Software License Agreement “license.txt”, located in the root folder of the CD. By installing, copying or using the AirStation software, you are consenting to the terms of this agreement. If you do not agree to all of the terms of the Software License Agreement, do not download, copy or install the AirStation software.
. If the client IP range is different than the default AirStation IP of 192.168.11.1, an IP configuration screen will appear next. Select Automatically set up the IP address, or Specify an IP address for manual setup. 5. A login screen will appear. • Enter “root” as the User name. • Leave the Password box blank (do not enter anything into the Password box) and click OK. If the following screen is shown, connection to the WLA-G54 is complete.
STANDARD SETTINGS 3.1 Introduction Setting up the AirStation parameters using a Web Browser requires basic wireless configuration knowledge. For Advanced settings and explanations of each parameter and its use, see Chapter 4. 3.2 Setup Overview The WLA-G54 is configured to function right out of the box.
USING AIRSTATION FOR ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS Although your AirStation will function fine using only the settings from Section 3, you may wish to explore more advanced options. This chapter explains each parameter in the Advanced button. Click the Top tab and click the Advanced button. 4.1 LAN Setting 4.1.1 Wireless Wireless function - Enable or disable wireless communication Wireless Mode - Select one of the following: 11g(54M)/11b(11M)-Auto - Allows communication of 11g and 11b devices.
Examples of WEP key: 64bit ASCII: 5 digits of alphanumeric characters, “ab34Y” 128bit ASCII: 13 digits of alphanumeric characters, “123456abcdef7” ■ Note: ASCII WEP is case sensitive. 64bit HEX: 10 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f, “00234ABCDE” 128bit HEX: 26 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f, “20123456789abcdeabcdeabcde” Privacy Seperator - Select Use or do not use to block communication between each wireless LAN PC on the wireless network.
4.1.4 Wireless LAN Computer Limitation This option limits the PCs allowed a wireless connection to the AirStation. It is used to control the wireless connections to the AirStation. Wireless PC’s Connection - Select Limit to restrict the connection and Do not Limit for open access. Register your client PC’s MAC address before selecting Set. Register for allowable PC’s MAC address - MAC access restriction set up in LAN. Input the MAC addresses that to be allowed to communicate.
Once settings have been added to the WDS configuration screen, the MAC Address of associated Access Point(s) will be displayed. Click Apply to confirm settings. 4.2 Network Setting 4.2.1 Routing Setup - Routing is not functional with the AirStation Bridge Routing is the path data packets take between devices on the network. A route is governed by the routing table, a copy of which exists on each network device.
4.2.2 Packet Filter - This feature does not function on the AirStation Bridge Base Station Log Output - Activates the packet filter log. Filter setting - Choose type from pull-down menu. For Manual setting: • Operation - Packets from LAN, select ignored, rejected, or accepted. NOTE: This feature does not function on the AirStation Bridge Base Station 4.3 Management (Network Diagnosis Settings) 4.3.
4.3.2 Name and Password AirStation name - When using Client Manager and multiple AirStations, select a unique name to make it easier to identify each AirStation. Administrator name - “root”, cannot be changed Administrator password - Allows the administrator to enter an administrator password to restrict access to the setting screens. Enter new password.
4.3.5 PING Test Destination - Enter IP address for test and click OK 4.3.6 Log Information Display log info level - Select Error and/or Notify to specify the types of reports to be logged by the AirStation. Display log info - Select the specific reports to be logged. Log information - Displays recorded logs. 4.3.7 Syslog transmitting Select Use or Do not use • Syslog Server - Enter the IP address of the Syslog server.
4.3.9 Initialization/Reboot Initialization sets all parameters back to factory defaults. After initialization, the AirStation must be restarted. 4.4.10 Firmware Update Firmware file name - Enter the path and filename for new firmware or select Browse to search for the path. Click Firmware Update to load firmware to the AirStation. ■ Note: Firmware update does not erase current user settings. ■ Note: Firmware Updates can only be performed by the recommended Web Browsers below on the Macintosh.
WLA-G54 Specifications Semi-Open Office Environment Physical Specifications 50 m (165 ft.) Dimensions (LxWxH) 205 x 170 x 76 mm 70 m (230 ft.) Weight: 1.37lbs (620 g) 90 m (300 ft.) Temperature & Humidity 115 m (375 ft.) Operation 0¡ to 40¡ C Closed Office Maximum humidity 80% 25 m (80 ft.) Transit/Storage 0¡ to 40¡ C maximum humidity 80% (no condensation) 35 m (115 ft.) Power Characteristics 50 m (165 ft.) Transmit Mode 1.
B • If this protocol is not yet installed, click the Add button and select the TCP/IP protocol from the list. Refer to Windows Help for more information. Troubleshooting B.1 Common Troubleshooting Tips B • If this protocol is installed, select this protocol and click the Properties button. Verify the parameters match the settings provided by your LAN Administrator. Make changes if necessary, and click OK. Common Problems: • Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation.
Glossary Hub: A device which allows connection of computers and other devices to form a LAN. 10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based Ethernet network that uses UTP (Unshielded twisted pair) cable and a star topology. 10 is 10 Mbps and 100 is 100 Mbps. IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers): The professional organization which promotes development of electronics technology. 802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client. 802.
FCC/CE 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.
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