User's Manual

Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point
Basic Installation and Configuration 3-6
August 2003
2CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS
a. Configure the ME103 Ethernet port for LAN access.
– Connect to the ME103 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.224 in
the address field.
– When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both
in lower case letters.
– Click the IP Settings link and configure the IP Settings for your network.
b. Configure the wireless interface for wireless access. See the online help or the
Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of the Reference Manual for full instructions.
Note: You must set the Regulatory Domain. It may not be legal to operate the wireless
access point in a region other than one of those identified in this field.
Now that you have finished the setup steps, you are ready to deploy the ME103 in your
network. If needed, you can now reconfigure the PC you used in step 1 back to its original
TCP/IP settings.
3DEPLOY THE ME103 ACCESS POINT
a. Disconnect the ME103 and position it where you will deploy it. The best location is
elevated, such as wall mounted or on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your wireless
coverage area, and within line of sight of all the mobile devices.
Tip: If you plan to locate the ME103 in a location where it is difficult to connect the
electrical power supply, consider using the NETGEAR, Inc. POE101 Power Over Ethernet
Adapter which provides power to the ME103 through the Ethernet cable.
b. Lift the antenna on either side so that they are vertical.
Note: Consult the antenna positioning and wireless mode configuration information in the
Advanced Configuration chapter of the Reference Manual.