NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual (802.11bgn) NETGEAR, Inc.
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Product and Publication Details Model Number: WN802Tv2 Publication Date: June 2008 Product Family: Wireless Access Point Product Name: NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Home or Business Product: Business Language: English Publication Part Number: 202-10415-01 Publication Version Number: 1.0 vi v1.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Contents About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope .................................................................................... xi How to Use This Manual ..................................................................................................xii How to Print this Manual ...................................................................................................xii Revision History ....................................
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 3 Wireless Security Settings Wireless Security Options ..............................................................................................3-1 SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form ....................................................................3-5 RADIUS Server Settings ................................................................................................3-6 Configuring Wireless Security ...............................
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual I cannot configure the access point from a browser. .....................................................6-2 I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. .................6-3 When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error. ................................................6-3 Restore Factory Default Settings ....................................................................................6-4 More Help ...........
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual About This Manual The NETGEAR, Inc.® Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. Conventions, Formats and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs: • • Typographical Conventions.
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter describes some of the key features of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation (“System Requirements” on page 1-3.), package contents (“What is in the Box” on page 1-3), and a description of the front and back panels of the WN802Tv2 (“Front Panel of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point” on page 1-4).
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology. Provides improved communication performance without additional bandwidth or transmit power. . • Standards Compliance. Complies with Draft 2.0 802.11n for wireless LANs, and is backward compatible with 802.11bg. • Full WPA and WPA2 support. WPA and WPA2 personal and enterprise-class strong security with dynamic encryption key generation. TKIP and AES encryption are supported.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual System Requirements Before installing the WN802Tv2, make sure your system meets the following requirements: • • • • • • A 10/100/1000 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub, switch or, router. The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it. A 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz AC Switching Power Supply. A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Front Panel of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point The front panel of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point houses three LEDs that display the status of power to the wireless access point, Ethernet connectivity and whether a wireless signal is being sent. To identify the status lights on the front panel of the WN802Tv2 and verify connection refer to Table 1-1. P Power LAN WLAN Figure 1-1 Front panel status LEDs 1-4 Introduction v1.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual You can use the status lights on the front of the wireless access point to verify various conditions described in the following table: Table 1-1. Port and system LEDs Feature Detailed Description Comment LAN Port LED Link/Act Green – Giga Ethernet link is properly made Amber – Fast Ethernet link is properly made Sparkle – Active H/W control Off – No Link is detected WLAN LED Wireless Link/Act Blue – A 802.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Back Panel of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point The back of the WN802Tv2 contains the following listed items, viewed from top to bottom: Reset button Ethernet port Power Figure 1-2 Back panel of the WN80Tv2 1. The Reset button, which is used to reset the WN802Tv2 or restore the factory default settings. See Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications” for more information on restoring the factory default settings. 2.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Figure 1-3 Label on back panel Wall Mount Kit A Wall Mount kit that allows you to conveniently and securely mount your WN802Tv2 to a wall is included with your wireless access point. The kit includes a top and bottom bracket. Four screws are required to install the brackets and are not supplied with the kit. For instructions to install the the wall mount kit, see “Install the Wall Mount Kit (Optional)” on page 2-13. Introduction 1-7 v1.
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 for wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11bgn or 802.11bg wireless adapters to connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on your LAN. Note: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11bgn or 802.11bg wireless networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WN802Tv2. For complete performance specifications, see Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications”. For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 2. Turn on your computer and configure it with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and 255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask. 3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the WN802Tv2 to the computer. 4. Connect the power adapter to the WN802Tv2 and verify the following: • The PWR power light goes on. • The Ethernet port of the wireless access point is lit when connected to a powered on computer. • The WLAN LED should be blinking.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • When connected to the Internet, you can also click Knowledge Base to access NETGEAR’s knowledge base online. • Click Logout to exit the WN802Tv2. (You will automatically be logged out of the wireless access point after 5 minutes of no activity.) To set the Access Point Name and Country/Region: 1. On logging in, the General settings screen under Configuration > System > Basic displays.. Figure 2-2 Access Point name and Country/Region 2.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To select the local time zone: 1. Select Configuration > System > Basic > Time. The Time Settings screen displays. Figure 2-3 Local time zone settings 2. Configure the following information: – Time Zone. From the pull-down menu, select the local time zone for your wireless access point from a list of all available time zones. The default is USA-Pacific. – Check the Daylight Saving checkbox if your location uses daylight saving.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 3. .Click Apply to save your settings. Note: If you do not have an Internet connection to get the current time, the wireless access point will get the current time from the connecting PC. To configure the Basic LAN settings: 1. Select IP under Configuration on the main menu. The IP Settings screen displays (see Figure 2-4).The default settings should be suitable for most users and environments. Figure 2-4 Basic IP settings 2.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual – Default Gateway. Enter the IP address of the gateway for your LAN. For more complex networks, enter the address of the router for the network segment to which the wireless access point is connected. – Primary DNS Server. The WN802Tv2 uses this IP address as the primary Domain Name server used by stations on your LAN. – Secondary DNS Servers. The WN802Tv2 uses this IP address as the secondary Domain Name Server used by stations on your LAN.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual . Figure 2-5 Basic wireless settings 2. Configure the Wireless LAN settings based on the following field descriptions: • Wireless Mode. Select the desired wireless operating mode by clicking inside the appropriate radio button: – 11b – 802.11b wireless stations can be used (802.11g and 802.11ng wireless stations can still be used if they can operate in 802.11b mode.). – 11bg – both 802.11b and 802.11bg wireless stations can be used (802.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Broadcast Wireless Network Name. If enabled, the wireless access point broadcasts its SSID allowing wireless stations which have a “null” (blank) SSID to adopt the correct SSID. If set to Disable, the SSID is not broadcast. The default is Enable. • Channel/Frequency. From the pull-down menu, select the channel you wish to use on your wireless LAN.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Data Rates for Channel Width=40MHz and Guard Interval=long: Best, 13.5 Mbps, 27 Mbps, 40.5 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 81 Mbps, 121.5 Mbps, 135 Mbps, 27 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 81 Mbps, 162 Mbps, 216 Mbps, 243 Mbps, 270 Mbps The default is Best which is the optimal setting. • Channel Width. From the pull-down menu, select the desired channel width. • 20 MHz - This is the static, legacy mode. It gives the least throughput.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual The default setting is Enabled. To configure your wireless QoS settings for 11b, 11bg, or 11ng modes: 1. Under the Configuration tab on the main menu, select Wireless, then select QoS Settings under Basic from the side menu. The QoS Settings screen displays, as shown in Figure 2-6: Figure 2-6 QoS settings 2. Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is enabled by default. Check the Disable checkbox to disable WMM support. 3. Click Apply to save your settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Verifying Basic Wireless Connectivity Follow the instructions in this section to set up and test basic wireless connectivity. Once you have established basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security settings appropriate to your needs (see Chapter 3, “Wireless Security Settings”). 1. From a web browser, log in to the WN802Tv2 using its default address of http:// 192.168.0.233.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point to a LAN port on your router, switch, or hub. Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter into a power outlet. The PWR, LAN, and Wireless LAN LEDs and should light up Tip: Before mounting the WN802Tv2 in a high location, first set up and test the WN802Tv2 to verify wireless network connectivity.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Figure 2-7 Installing the wall mount kit Configuring and Testing Your PCs for Wireless Connectivity Program the wireless adapter of your PCs to have the same SSID and channel that you configured for the WN802Tv2 (see “Configuring Basic Wireless Settings”). Check that they have a wireless link and are able to obtain an IP address by DHCP from the WN802Tv2, when DHCP is enabled.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Logging in to the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point The WN802Tv2 is set, by default, with the IP address of 192.168.0.233 with DHCP disabled. Note: If logging in using the default IP address, the computer you are using to connect to the WN802Tv2 should be configured with an IP address that starts with 192.168.0.x and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 2. Connect to the WN802Tv2 by entering the default address of http://192.168.0.233 into your browser. http://192.168.0.233 http://192.168.0.233 Figure 2-9 Default IP address of the WN802Tv2 3. The login screen displays (see Figure 2-1). Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. 4. Click Login.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 3 Wireless Security Settings Your wireless data transmissions can be received well beyond your walls by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Use WPA or WPA-PSK. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption provides data security. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame rekeying of WPA make it virtually impossible to compromise. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited. Figure 3-1 Network authentication types Security options are available under Configuration > Security > Security Settings (see Figure 31).
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies the wireless network “discovery” feature of some products such as Vista and Windows XP, but the data is still fully exposed to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like wireless sniffers. The default is enabled. • Security Settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual a. All options are available if using Access Point mode. In other modes (for example, Repeater or Bridge) some options may be unavailable. • Data Encryption. The available options depend on the Network Authentication setting selected (see Table 3-1); otherwise, the default is None. The data encryption settings are explained in the following table: Table 3-2. Data Encryption Settings Data Encryption Type Description None No encryption is used.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Wireless Client Security Separation. If enabled, the associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other (this feature is intended for hotspots and other public access situations). The default is No. Note: If you are using a RADIUS server, configure the RADIUS settings first, as described in the “Configuring WPA with RADIUS” on page 3-9. SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form 802.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Record the WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK key ___________________________________ • WPA RADIUS Settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 2. From the Data Encryption drop-down menu, select encryption strength (64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit, see Figure 3-2). For Open System, the default is None. If encryption is selected, fields for the passphrase and four keys display on the same screen. Figure 3-2 WEP - Data encryption strength options 3. You manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys (see Figure 3-3).
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Figure 3-3 WEP - Data encryption keys 4. Select the key to be used as the default key by clicking the radio box of that key. (Data transmissions are always encrypted using the default key.). See the document “Wireless Communications” for a full explanation of each of these options, as defined by the IEEE 802.11 wireless communication standard. A link to this document on the NETGEAR website is in Appendix B, “Related Documents”.” 5.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Configuring WPA with RADIUS Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Vista, Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or later do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions on configuring WPA settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 6. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots and other public access situations). 7. Click Apply to save your settings. Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS Not all wireless adapters support WPA2. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Make sure your client card supports WPA2.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 4. Under the Configuration tab, select Security from the main menu, and select Security Settings from the side menu. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA2 with RADIUS from the list. By default, Data Encryption will be set to AES. 5. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To configure WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS: 1. Under the Configuration tab, select Security on the main menu, select Advanced from the side menu, and then select RADIUS Server Settings. The RADIUS Server Settings screen displays. 2. Enter the RADIUS server settings as shown in “Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings” on page 4-13. 3. Click Apply to save your RADIUS server settings. 4.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Configuring WPA-PSK Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Vista, Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or later include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions on configuring WPA settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To configure WPA-PSK: 1. From the Configuration menu select Security and from the side menu select Security Settings. 2. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA-PSK. By default, Data Encryption will be set to TKIP. 3. Enter the preshared key passphrase (Network Key). 4. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 2. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA2-PSK from the list. By default, Data Encryption will be set to AES. 3. Enter the preshared key passphrase (Network Key). 4. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots and other public access situations). 5. Click Apply to save your settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To configure WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK: 1. From the Configuration menu select Security and from the side menu select Security Settings. 2. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK. By default, Data Encryption will be set to TKIP+AES. 3. Enter the WPA Passphrase (Network Key). 4. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Figure 3-10 Access control list 3. Check the Turn Access Control On checkbox to enable the access control feature. 4. Select the desired access control database from the Select Access Control Database dropdown menu.The options are: • Local MAC Address Database – The access point will use the local MAC address table for access control. This is the default.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 8. If the station you want is not in the Available Wireless Stations list, enter the MAC address of the station manually in the Trusted Wireless Stations list. (You can usually find the MAC address printed on the bottom of the wireless adapter.) 9. Click Add to add the wireless device to the Trusted Wireless Stations list. Repeat these steps for each additional device you want to add to the list. 10.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 4 Management This chapter describes how to use the management and information features as well as the advanced wireless settings features of your NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2. The management and information features can be found under the Maintenance tab on the main menu. Changing the Administrator Password Note: Before changing the WN802Tv2 password, use the backup utility to save your configuration settings.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 1. Select Password > Change Password under the Maintenance menu. The Change Password screen displays.. Figure 4-1 Change password 2. Enter the current password, in the Current Password field. 3. Enter the new password, twice, in the New Password and Repeat New Password fields. 4. Click Apply to save your changes. Note: Be sure to write down the new password and store it in a safe place. To restore the default password (see Figure 4-1): 1.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Firmware The software of the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Firmware upgrade files can be downloaded manually from the NETGEAR Web site. The upgrade file can then be sent using your browser as shown in the following steps.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 6. The WN802Tv2 will check if the file is valid and load it in to the firmware. Once the file has been loaded the AP reboots. Warning: When uploading firmware to the WN802Tv2, it is important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, the upload may fail, corrupt the software, and render the WN802Tv2 inoperable.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To restore settings from a backup file: 1. In Step 1 of the previous section, click Restore Settings on the side menu.. Figure 4-4 Restore saved configuration settings 2. Click Browse at the Restore Saved Settings from a File box. Locate and select the previously saved backup file (by default, Config). 3. Click Apply. The wireless access point is restored to its previous settings and restarts. This takes about one minute.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 1. From the main menu of the browser interface, select Maintenance > Reset and then Reboot AP on the side menu. The Reboot AP screen displays (Figure 4-5):. Figure 4-5 Reboot the AP 2. Select the Yes radio button next to the Reboot option, and then click Apply. Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes rebooting.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual The factory settings are restored and the access point reboots. This takes about a minute. A list of the factory default settings can be found in the appendix in.Table A-1. Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes restarting. When the PWR light turns green, wait a few more seconds before doing anything with the Access Point.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • If the wireless access point is rebooted, the table data is lost until the wireless access point rediscovers the devices. Note: A wireless network can include multiple wireless access points, all using the same network name (SSID). This extends the reach of the wireless network and lets users roam from one access point to another which provides seamless network connectivity.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Table 4-1. System Information fields (continued) Field Description Current IP Settings IP Address The IP address of the wireless access point. Subnet Mask The subnet mask for the wireless access point. Default Gateway The default gateway for the wireless access point communication. DHCP Client Enabled indicates that the current IP address was obtained from a DHCP server on your network. Disabled indicated a static IP configuration.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To display statistics for the wireless access point: 1. Select Statistics under the Monitoring tab on the main menu. The Statistics screen displays. • The Wired Ethernet section of the table displays traffic statistics for the wired ethernet interface. • The Wireless 11ng section displays traffic statistics for the wireless interface. Figure 4-8 Network traffic statistics 2. Click Refresh to update the current statistics.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Table 4-2. Statistics Fields Field Description Multicast Packets The number of multicast packets sent and received since the WN802Tv2 was restarted. Total Packets The total number of wireless packets sent and received since the WN802Tv2 was restarted. Total Bytes The total number of wireless bytes sent and received since the WN802Tv2 was restarted.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • AMPDU (Aggregated-MAC Packet Data Unit). This is a feature in IEEE 802.11e and 802.11n Wireless LAN Standard, which allows to build a group of frames before they are transmitted. The default is Enabled • RIFS (Reduced Inter-Frame Spacing) transmission. The default is Disabled. • DTIM Interval. The Delivery Traffic Indication Message Interval specifies the data beacon rate between 1 and 255. The default value is 3. • Preamble Type.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) is a protocol for managing Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA) of multiple users in a network. A RADIUS server stores a database of user information, and can validate a user at the request of a gateway device in the network when a user requests access to network resources.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • – Port Number. The port number of the RADIUS Server. The default is 1812. – Shared Secret. This is shared between the Wireless Access Point and the RADIUS Server while authenticating the supplicant (wireless client). Accounting Server. This configuration is required for accounting using a RADIUS Server. The IP Address, Port Number, and Shared Secret are required for communication with the Primary RADIUS Server.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual RADIUS Server Settings Fields Table 4-3. RADIUS server settings fields Field Description Primary and Secondary Authentication Servers The Authentication RADIUS server provides authentication and access control. The primary server is mandatory. A secondary server, which will be used if the primary server fails, is optional. IP Address The IP address of the authentication server. If no server is present leave blank.
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 5 Advanced Wireless Bridging This chapter describes how to configure the advanced features of your WN802Tv2 to one of six access point bridge mode profiles, or in Wireless Bridge and Repeater Mode.These features can be found under the Wireless Bridge option on the Configuration menu. Note: Only one of a number of WN802Tv2 APs in point-to-point bridge mode connected to one another can have six profiles.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 1. Open a web browser and log in to the WN802Tv2 using the addressing scheme you have set up. . Figure 5-1 Enable wireless bridging and repeating 2. Under the Configuration tab on the main menu, click Wireless Bridge. The Bridging and Repeating screen displays showing the default settings for the wireless access point (Figure 51). 3. Check the Enable Wireless Bridging and Repeating checkbox to enable multi-point bridging.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 4. You are taken to the Edit Security Profile screen (see Figure 5-2). Enter a profile name or leave the default. Enter the MAC (physical) address of the other bridge mode wireless access point in the Remote MAC Address field. Figure 5-2 Edit security profile 5. Under Authentication Settings, select one of the network authentication types from the Network Authentication drop-down menu.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual The following figure illustrates a multi-point bridge setup over three LAN segments. AP2 AP3 Point-to-Point Bridge Mode Wireless PC Card in a Notebook Computer Point-to-Point Bridge Mode AP1 Router 192.168.0.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • That all wireless access points are using the same SSID, Channel, WEP authentication mode, if any, and encryption (WPA is not available in bridge mode). • That each Point-to-Point AP has the Multi-Point AP MAC address in its Remote AP MAC address table. • That the Multi Point-to-Point AP has the MAC addresses of each Point-to-Point AP.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual To configure the WN802Tv2 in wireless repeater mode: 1. Open a web browser and log in to the WN802Tv2 using the addressing scheme you have set up. Figure 5-4 Repeater without wireless association 2. Under the Configuration tab on the main menu, click Wireless Bridge. The Bridging and Repeating screen displays showing the default settings for the wireless access point (see Figure 5-4). 3.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual 4. Select the Repeater without Wireless Client Association radio button to enable this mode. Down the left of the screen select the profile you want to add/edit, and click Edit. Figure 5-5 Edit security profile 5. You are taken to the Edit Security Profile screen (see Figure 5-5). Enter a profile name or leave the default. Enter the MAC (physical) address of the other bridge mode wireless access point in the Remote MAC Address field. 6.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • They are configured to operate in the same LAN network address range as the LAN devices. • They are on the same LAN. That is, all AP LAN IP addresses must be in the same network. • They use the same SSID, channel, authentication mode (if any) and encryption (WPA is not available in bridge mode). 3. Verify connectivity across the LANs.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information for troubleshooting issues with your NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2. Along with each problem description, instructions are provided to assist you in diagnosing and solving the problem. Following are some simple problems that could occur, their possible causes, and tips to solve them: No lights are lit on the access point. The access point has no power.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • If the Wireless LAN activity light stays off, disconnect the adapter from its power source and then plug it in again. • Contact NETGEAR if the WLAN light remains off. Figure 6-1 Turn Radio On button must be selected I cannot configure the access point from a browser. Check these items: • The WN802Tv2 is properly installed, LAN connections are OK, and it is powered on.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • If you have not yet deployed the wireless access point, and it is connected to your PC via an Ethernet cable, make sure the connection is secure, and that you have configured your PC with a static IP address in the same subnet as the LAN IP of the wireless access point. The default static IP address to use for your PC is 192.168.0.210; the default wireless access point LAN IP address is 192.168.0.233; and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual • Try again. • When entering configuration settings, be sure to click Apply before moving to another menu or tab, or your changes are lost. • Click Refresh or Reload in the Web browser. The changes may have occurred, but the Web browser may be caching the old configuration.
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Appendix A Default Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix provides the factory default settings and technical specifications for the NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2. Factory Default Settings You can use the Reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory defaults. This is called a hard reset.
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NETGEAR Wireless‐N Access Point WN802T v2 Reference Manual Technical Specifications Parameter 802.11n Data Rates (Mbps) NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802T v2 20MHz: 400ms (short): best, 7.2, 14.4, 21.7, 28.9, 43.3, 57.8, 65, 72.2, 86.6, 115.6, 130, & 144.4 800ms(long): best, 6.5, 13, 19.5, 26, 39, 52, 58.5, 65, 13, 26, 39, 52, 78, 104, 117, & 130 40MHz: 400ms (short): best, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, 135, 150, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240, 270, & 300 800ms (long): best, 13.5, 27, 40.5, 54, 81, 108, 121.
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual Appendix B Related Documents This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Link Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm Wireless Communications http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.
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Index Numerics 20 MHz legacy mode static 2-10 20/40 MHz compatibility mode, dynamic 2-10 40 MHz high-throughput, static 2-10 802.11 IEEE standard 3-8 802.11b mode legacy 2-8 set 2-8 settings 2-7 standard access point 5-1 802.11b/bg/ng compatibility, wireless adapter 2-2 mode current settings 4-9 encryption strength A-3 operating frequencies A-3 setup form, for 3-5 network, range 2-1 system requirements 1-3 wireless adapter, compatibility 2-1 WN802Tv2 modes A-2 802.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual unauthorized 2-1 access control available wireless stations 3-17 enable 3-17 MAC address database, local 3-17 MAC address database, remote 3-17 MAC address filtering 1-2 trusted wireless stations 3-17 access control list 3-16 access point ethernet, connection to 2-2 placement 2-12 access point mode system information 4-9 access point name 4-8 default 2-4 accounting server.
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual wireless, test 2-14 AES, WPA2 with RADIUS 3-3, 3-11 AES, WPA2-PSK 3-15 AES/TKIP+AES 3-3 default A-2 key generation, dynamic 1-2 none 3-3 number of digits 3-7 open system 3-3 point to multi-point bridging 5-3, 5-5 shared key, WEP 3-3 strengths, available A-1 strengths/types A-3 TKIP+AES 3-3, 3-12, 3-16 TKIP+AES,WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK 3-16 TKIP, WPA with RADIUS 3-9 TKIP, WPA-PSK 3-14 TKIP/TKIP+AES 3-3 type, supported 1-2 WEP 3-1 WEP, configure 3-6 wireless
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual front panel 1-2 G guard interval 2-10 H high-throughput mode static 2-10 latency 2-1 LED status 1-5 legacy mode channel width, static 2-10 line of sight 2-12 location access point 2-1 placement 2-12 hotspot wireless client security separation 3-5 to 3-16 log in 2-15 I M interference electromagnetic 1-1 guard interval 2-10 sources 2-2 what to do if 2-9 MAC address filtering 3-1 location 3-18 restrict access by 3-16 system information 4-8 trus
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual network key/passphrase 3-4 outlet 1-6 NTP client enable 2-5 preamble type 4-12 NTP Server custom 2-5 prioritize traffic 1-2 NTP server hostname/IP address 2-5 Q O QoS 2-10 see Quality of Service open authentication 3-1 open system 3-3, 3-5, 3-6, 3-7 QoS settings configure 2-11 output power settings 2-10 Quality of Service 2-10 about 1-2 P R package contents 1-3 RADIUS access control database 3-17 definItion 4-13 security profile 3-6
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual RTS packet CSMA/CA 4-11 RTS threshold 4-11 default value 4-11 fields description, network traffic 4-10 network traffic 4-10 subnet mask default 2-3, 2-6 Support 1-ii S security 3-2 access control list 3-16 change, settings 2-14 class 1-2 connection time 2-2 default A-2 no data security 3-1 none 3-1 profile 3-6 RADIUS server 3-6 shared key 3-5 strong 3-1 unauthorized access 2-1 very strong 3-1 vulnerable 3-1 security options broadcast wireless netwo
NETGEAR Wireless-N Access Point WN802Tv2 Reference Manual default 2-3, 2-12, 2-16 users maximum 1-1 W wall mount kit 1-3, 1-7 install 2-13 warranty 1-3 guard interval 2-10 MCS index/data rate 2-9 output power 2-10 preamble type 4-12 RIFS 4-12 RTS threshold 4-11 turn radio on 2-8 wireless mode 2-8 wireless network name (SSID) 2-8 WEP 3-1 configure 3-6 wireless stations available 3-17 trusted 3-17 wireless connection, lose 3-16 connectivity, test 2-12, 2-14 Wireless-N Access Point deploy 2-12 See also W
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