wireless compact repeater bridge-g WLA-G54C Interoperable with: Protected AccessTM User Manual
i Table of Contents INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 AirStation 54 Mbps* Compact Repeater Bridge (WLA-G54C) . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 AirStation Wireless Network Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4 AirStation Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.
1 Introduction 1.1 AirStation 54 Mbps* Compact Repeater Bridge (WLA-G54C) This User Manual introduces you to the high-speed AirStation 54 Mbps* Compact Repeater Bridge and will assist you with the more advanced features of the product. The AirStation 54 Mbps* Compact Repeater Bridge , WLA-G54C, 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-G54C complies with the IEEE 802.
1.4 AirStation Package Contents The AirStation WLA-G54C package contains of the following items: 1. WLA-G54C Compact Repeater Bridge 2. AC adapter and Power cord 3. CAT5 straight cable 4. Quick Setup Guides 5. Utility CD with Manuals 6. Warranty Statement 1.5 Product Views 1.6 About the AirStation CD The AirStation does not require any software to be installed on your computer for configuration.The AirStation CD contains client drivers for Buffalo Wireless Adapters (i.e.
2 Installation/Setup (http://www.buffalotech.com/wireless/) to download and install the latest software for your product. Do not connect the AirStation 54 Mbps* Bridge to your existing network until configuration of the AirStation is complete! Please reference the Quick Setup Guide for information regarding how to connect the AirStation for initial configuration. Once configuration is complete, plug the provided 7ft.
3 Standard Settings 3.1 Introduction Configuring the AirStation using a standard web browser requires basic wireless configuration knowledge. Setup includes manual wireless configuration and basic administrative management. 3.2 Setup Preparation The WLA-G54C is configured to function right out of the box. Basic settings for security and MAC Address registration are offered in this section (3).
3.5 Main Screen The main screen is the gateway to all configuration screens of the AirStation. For Advanced settings, click the Advanced button detailed in Section 4. Figure 3.5 Main Setup Screen 3.6 Basic Security Click Encrypt the wireless communications by WEP to enter simple WEP settings to protect your wireless data. Select Encrypt or No encrypt and then select either ASCII or HEX to input a password (encryption code) to encrypt and protect wireless communications.
4 Advanced Settings 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. Advanced settings may accessed by clicking the Advanced button on the Main screen. (Section 3.3). Click the Top tab and click the Advanced button. 4.1 LAN SETTING Set up LAN connections. 4.1.1 Wireless Wireless Function - Enable or disable wireless LAN computer communication.
802.1x - Uses 802.1x authorization. Clients authorized by RADIUS servers can access this AirStation. RADIUS Server, RADIUS Port and RADIUS Key should be entered.You can also use secure communication selecting WEP encryption from “Type of encryption” field. WPA - Authorized client by RADIUS server can access this AirStation. RADIUS Server, RADIUS Port and RADIUS Key should be entered.
4.1.2 LAN port Set LAN side Ethernet settings Figure 4.1.2 LAN Side IP address - Allows administrator to have LAN IP assigned by DHCP Server or specify a static IP and Subnet Mask for the LAN side of the AirStation. LAN Port Setting ■ Note: If the AirStation’s LAN IP address is changed, the configuring computer’s IP must be changed to the same range to continue configuration. If the LAN IP is changed, restart the AirStation.
Add AirStation (MAC Address): Allows administrator to register the wireless MAC address of AirStations for (WDS) point-to-point or point-to multipoint communication between AirStations. The MAC address to enter is found in the Management section, under System Information/Wireless MAC address section. (Section 4.3.1) The WDS function must be set to Enable. The MAC address is 12 characters long. Figure 4.1.
Figure 4.3.2 Name and Password 4.3.2 Name and Password AirStation name - 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.
Figure 4.3.7 Log Information 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. Figure 4.3.7 Syslog Transmitting Figure 4.3.8 Save / Restore Figure 4.3.9 Initialization / Reboot 4.3.7 Syslog transmitting Select Use or Do not use • Syslog Server - Enter the IP address of the Syslog server.
4.3.10 Firmware Update Figure 4.3.10 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. OSX - The AirStation can be updated using Netscape v7 or Apple’s Safari Web browser v1.0 or later.
5 Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions W2.2 x H4.8 x D3.6in. (W56 x H120 x D92mm) Weight: 9oz (256g with power supply) Temperature & Humidity Operation 0˚ to 40˚ C Humidity: 20-80% (Non condensing) Power Characteristics Transmit Mode 1.1A (Nominal), Power Supply 3.3 V External Antenna Connector - MC Connector Regulatory Information Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations.
Modulation Technique Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum • OFDM • CCK • DQPSK • DBPSK Spreading 11-chip Barker Sequence Bit Error Rate (BER) Better than 10 -5 Nominal Output Power 15 dBm (32mW) Receiver Sensitivity -92 dBm Delay Spread (at FER of <1%) 65 ns 225 ns 400 ns 500 ns • The range of wireless devices can be affected by metal surfaces, solid high-density materials and obstacles in the signal path.
6 Troubleshooting Common Troubleshooting Tips Common Problems: • Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Configuration mismatch, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Absence or conflict with the Client Driver. • Conflict of another device with the AirStation hardware. 1.1 LED Activity Monitoring LED activity helps identify problems. • Wireless LED should be GREEN if the line is active. If is it blinking GREEN, wireless communication is active.
Macintosh OS X 1. Open the System Preferences from your Dock 2. Click Network 3. Select Airport under Show 4. Select DHCP or input static IP Address The AirStation 54 Mbps* Wireless Notebook Adapter,WLI-CB-G54A, works with Powerbooks and the AirStation Wireless Desktop PCI Adapter, WLI-PCI-G54 works with PowerMac Desktops. Users must have OS 10.2.6 and Airport 3.1 or 3.1.1 Macintosh OS9 1. Open the Control Panels 2. Double-click TCP/IP 3. Select Airport 4.
7 Glossary 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. 802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client. 802.1x with EAP will initiate key handling. Ad-Hoc Network: The wireless network based on a peer-to-peer communications session. Also referred to as AdHoc.
NIC (Network Interface Card): An expansion card connected to a computer so the computer can be connected to a network. Packet: A block of data that is transferred as a single unit, also called a frame or a block. Packet Filtering: Discarding unwanted network traffic based on its originating address or its type. PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect): A bus that is connected directly to the CPU.
8 FCC / CE Information 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.
9 Warranty Information Buffalo Technology (Melco Inc.) products come with a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. Buffalo Technology (Melco Inc.) warrants to the original purchaser the product; good operating condition for the warranty period. This warranty does not include non-Buffalo Technology (Melco Inc.) installed components. If the Buffalo product malfunctions during the warranty period, Buffalo Technology/ (Melco Inc.
