802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point User’s Manual Version 1.
FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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.
Table of Content Chapter 1 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 3 1-1 Features and Benefits.................................................................................................. 3 1-2 Applications ................................................................................................................ 4 1-3 System Configurations...................................................................................
Chapter 1 Introduction The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point is 2.4GHz and up to 54Mbps wireless LAN access point. The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point can communicate with other mobile devices enabled for 802.11g standard-based wireless LAN connectivity. Using the card in conjunction with the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point, you can create a wireless network for sharing your broadband cable or DSL Internet access among multiple PCs in and around your home or office and enjoy amazing speed of 54Mbps.
1-2 Applications The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point offer a fast, reliable, high-speed, high security solution for wireless client access to the network in applications like these: 1. Remote access to corporate network information E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation. 2. Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open area where wiring is difficult to deploy. 3.
1-3 System Configurations The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point can be configured in a variety of network system configurations. Wireless Infrastructure with Stations Attaching to a Wired LAN The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point will provide access to your local LAN. An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A group of wireless LAN PC users and the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point construct a Basic Service Set (BSS).
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation This chapter describes initial setup of the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. 2-1 Package Contents The package you have received should contain the following items: If any of the above items are not included or damaged, please contact your local vendor for support. • 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point…………………………...……………..x1 • Power Adapter…………………………………………………………………x1 • Product CD….…………………………………………………………………x1 • The User Manual…...………………………………………………………….
2-3 Mechanical Description Front Panel The front panel provides LED’s for device status. Refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature. LED STATUS Description Off 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point is off. On 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point is in service. Off Indicates that leaving boot-code mode. On Indicates that entering boot-code mode. Blinking 1.Reset button is pressed around 3 seconds (slow blinking). 2. Reset button is pressed after 3 seconds (fast blinking). 3.
Rear Panel To know the rear panel features, please refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature. Power Socket (DC 12v) Connect the DV 12V/1.2A power supply. ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. Otherwise, the product may be damaged. Reset It is very quick to reset (reboot) the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point without changing any settings. Simply press the button and keep pressing it for three seconds. Then, you can reset the 802.
2-4 Hardware Installation Before installing the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your Ethernet network is up and working with a computer. You'll be connecting the access point to the Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11g wireless adapters will be able to communicate with computers on the Ethernet network. Please take the following steps to successfully to set up the 802.11g Access Point. Note: We suggest you first install the 802.
Connect the Power Cable Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point, and plug the other end of the power into an electrical outlet. Warning: We cannot assume the responsibility for the damage from using with the other power adapter supplier. Configure the wireless device settings To access the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point, wireless device needs to configure the 802.11b or 802.11g Wireless Adapter to use the 802.
Chapter 3 Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity The 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point is shipped with default parameters, which will be suitable for the typical infrastructure wireless LAN. Just simply install the Access Point, power it on, and it is now ready to work. Nevertheless, you can still adjust configuration settings depending on how you would like to manage your wireless network. The 802.
Chapter 4 Configuring your Access Point with the Web-Based User Interface 4-1 Basic Configuration To activate your browser, please do the following: 1. Type this Access Point’s address http://192.168.1.1 in the Location (for IE) or Address field and press Enter. 2. Enter the system name (the default setting is “admin”) and password (the default setting is “default”). 3. Click on the “Login now” button. You will see the main page.
About The about page describes the product information briefly. The product information includes Access Point Information, Current IP Setup, and Current Wireless LAN Setup.
4-2 AP Setup IP Address The settings for IP Address Setup of the Wireless Access Point can be viewed and changed here. Access Point Name: In this field, you may assign any name to the Access Point. This will enable you to manage your Access Point more easily if you have multiple Access Points on the network. Besides, Access Point Name can be used to prevent you from forgetting an IP Address and fail to access the website.
Default Gateway: Specify the default gateway address for the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. Wireless LAN Setup The Wireless LAN Setup page lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this window you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), Broadcast SSID, Country, Operating Mode, Channel/Frequency, Data Rate, and Output Power. SSID: The SSID is a unique ID used by Access Points and Stations to identify a wireless LAN.
Operating Mode: There are three different wireless modes to operate, “Auto (802.11g and 802.11b)”, “802.11b Only”, and “802.11g Only”. In Auto mode, the access point is compatible with a mix of both 802.11g and 802.11b clients. You will see that the factory-set default “Auto (802.11g and 802.11b)” will prove the most efficient. 802.11b-Only mode is compatible with 802.11b clients only. This mode can be used only if you do not allow any 802.11g clients to access to the network. 802.
WEP Security To prevent unauthorized wireless stations from accessing data transmitted over the network, the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point WEP Security Configuration window offers highly data encryption, known as WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), making your data transmission over air more secure and allows you to specify Encryption Key(s) if you enable encryption for the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. For a step-by-step treatment of security configuration, please do the following: 1.
2. Select the Encryption Strength For 802.11g, you must have four Encryption Keys set, and all four keys must have the same encryption strength. Your Access Point can operate in four different encryption strength, “none”, “64-bit”, “128-bit”, and “152-bit”. 3. Set up 802.11g Encryption Security There are two methods for creating WEP data encryption: Using a Passphrase: Type in a passphrase and click “Generate Keys”. Passphrase can be a mixture of numbers and letters.
Access Control The Access Control allows you to restrict wireless access by MAC Address. This provides an additional layer of security. Follow these steps: 1. In 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point’s home page, choose the Access Control option from the AP Setup. 2. If you want to enable filtering of computer by their MAC Address, click the check box next to Enable Access Control. 3.
Advanced Features This chapter describes how to configure the advanced features of your 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. Enable WDS The feature lets you extend the range of your network without having to use cables to link the Access Points. Put simply, you can link the Access Points wirelessly. Under WDS, your Access Points are still functioning as a regular Access Point, which can provide the link services to wireless clients. To use WDS by clicking the check box next to “Enable WDS”.
Configure a Point-to-Point Wireless Bridge (P2P) To activate the Point-to-Point Bridge mode please do the following: 1. Configure WDS mode for both Access Point: Configure both AP1 on LAN Segment A and AP2 on LAN Segment B in Point-to-Point Bridge mode. AP1 must have AP2’s Mac address and enter it in the Remote MAC Address field. AP2 must have AP1’s Mac address and enter it in the Remote MAC Address field.
Configure a Multi-Point Wireless Bridge (PxP) To activate the Point-to-Point Bridge mode please do the following: 1. Configure WDS mode for each Access Point: Configure AP1, AP2, and AP3 in Point-to Multi-Point Bridge mode. Verify that AP1 on LAN Segment A with the Remote MAC Address of AP2 and AP3. Verify that AP2 on LAN Segment B with the Remote MAC Address of AP1 and AP3. Verify that AP3 on LAN Segment C with the Remote MAC Address of AP1 and AP3. 2.
Configure a Repeater Wireless Bridge To activate the Point-to-Point Bridge mode please do the following: 1. Configure WDS mode for both Access Point: Configure AP1 on LAN Segment A in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of AP2. Configure AP2 on LAN Segment B in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of AP1 and AP3. Configure AP3 on LAN Segment C in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of AP2. 2. The device under the repeater mode also can be an AP mode.
Wireless LAN Parameters These parameters can be changed if needed, but the default advanced setting usually work well. It is recommended that you keep all these values in factory default. RTS Threshold: RTS Threshold is a mechanism implemented to prevent the “Hidden Node” problem. When the RTS is activated, the station and its Access Point will use a (RTS/CTS) mechanism for data transmission. The default setting is 2346.
4-3 Management Setup Password Here allow you to change the Access Point’s password, do the following: 1. To change the current password, choose the Password option from the AP Setup menu in the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point’s main page. Key in the default password “default” in the Current Password filed. 2. Changing password for the Access Point is as easy as typing the password into the New Password field. Then, type it again into the Retype new password field to confirm.
Backup Configuration The current system settings can be backup as a file onto the local hard drive by clicking Save. The saved file can be loaded back on the Access Point by clicking Browse. When you have selected the settings file, click Load. Click Restore to return to Factory Default Settings. Note: the IP address settings will not be reset to factory default by this page.
Reboot AP Here allow you to reboot your 802.11g Wireless Access Point to factory default setting. Then, select the Yes check box. It will take you about 80 seconds to reboot. Click Apply to make changes to take effect.
Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade menu option will display the firmware Upgrade window so that you could upgrade the latest firmware of the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. Please make sure that you have downloaded the latest and correct firmware from the product support website and store it in local drive before upgrading the firmware of the 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point. To upgrade the latest firmware, complete the following: Using browser to access (192.168.1.1) AP’s main page. 1.
4-4 AP Status Station List The station list page displays the association condition of AP includes ID, MAC Address, and Status. To display the Station List, follow these steps: 1. In 802.11g SMB Wireless Access Point’s home page, choose the Station List option from AP Status. 2. The Station List window will display. 3. By clicking the “Refresh” button, the AP Browser will reload and show the associated wireless stations that are currently part of its Basic Service Set (BBS).
Statistics The Statistics screen provides various LAN and WLAN statistics. Click the Refresh button to update the statistics on this screen.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Why can’t I connect to Internet? 1. Make sure that such computer has a unique IP address. If using DHCP through the AP, verify that each computer is set to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” and restart the computer. 2. Make sure that the AP’s Ethernet is on. If it is not, try a different network cable. Why can’t I access my 802.11g 1. Make sure your AP is powered on. Wireless LAN AP? 2. Make sure that your computer has a compatible IP address.
How can I reset my 802.11g 1. Follow these steps to perform a Factory Reset Wireless LAN AP to factory using the Reset button on the back of the 802.11g default? Wireless LAN AP. With the unit on, press and hold the Reset button with a pen or paper clip. Hold the reset button for about 10 seconds until the Status LED on the front panel blinks very quickly and then release. Wait a few seconds for the AP to reboot using default settings. 2.
Why can’t I access the Wireless AP from a wireless network card? 1. Make sure that Mode, SSID, Channel and encryption settings are set the same on each wireless adapters. 2. Make sure that your computer is within range and free from any strong electrical devices that may cause interference. 3. Check your IP address to make sure that it is compatible with the Wireless AP. How do I know if my computer is connected to the Wireless AP? 1.
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