WL-211F User Manual
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1. Command ping lt Destination IP address gt 4 If you have any TCP IP setting problem please refer to the Quick Installation Guide 2 I forgot my password how to log on this AP for configuration Answer 1 Reset the AP to factory default by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds then releasing it 2 Log on the AP s web management by hitp 192 168 1 250 Leave username blank and enter the default password admin 3 How to set the AP to factory default setting Answer 1 Reset the AP to factory default by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds then releasing it 2 After release the Reset button the AP will get back all setting to factory default and reboot system 3 While the reboot is complete log on the AP s web management by default IP http 192 168 1 250 Leave username blank and enter the default password admin 4 My AP will not turn on No LED s light up Answer Usually it is caused by the power is not connected Please double check the power adapter if it connected to your AP and the other side is plugged into the power outlet If it still has no power please contact your reseller 5 can t access the AP from a wireless client Answer Generally to make the wireless client unable to access AP with following possible issues 1 Settings are not the same among each wireless adapter 2 Out of range 3 IP Address is not set correctly Resolution Make sure that mode SSID Channel and encrypti2. Specific Clients list Except the default rule administrator can also create one policy for special client via Add ACL Wireless Settings Wireless Mode Wireles AC ire Security Advanced Wirel trol List ACL Grant or deny access to individual clients s A Settings Access Control List Mode Enable y Default Access O Accept O Reject Specific Clients MAC Address ACL Type Add ACL s BIG Settings Access Control List Mode Emable v Default Access G Accept C Reject Specific Clients Add ACL Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel button to cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 15 4 5 Wireless Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network There are three wireless security mode options supported by the AP WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy WPA Pre Shared Key WPA RADIUS Wireless Security The security options are the same and independent for your Wireless A and Wireless G networks You can use different wireless security methods for your networks however within each network Wireless A or Wireless G all devices must use the same security method and settings Security Mode WEP WEP is a basic encryption method select a level of WEP encryption 40 64 bit or 128 bit If you want to use a Passphrase then enter it in the Passphrase field and click the
3. Generate button If you want to enter the WEP key manually then enter it in the WEP Key 1 4 field s To indicate which WEP key to use select the appropriate TX Key number WPA only WPA Pre Shared Key This security mode offers two encryption methods TKIP and AES with dynamic encryption keys Select the type of encryption method you want to use TKIP or AES Enter the Passphrase which can have 8 to 63 characters Then enter the Key Renewal period which instructs the AP how often it should change the encryption keys WPA RADIUS This security mode must work with a RADIUS server using EAP TLS or PEAP for user authentication To use WPA RADIUS select the type of encryption method you want to use TKIP or AES Enter the RADIUS server s IP address and port number default is 1812 along with the authentication shared key by the AP and the server Enter the Key Renewal period which instructs the AP how often it should change the encryption keys Wireless Administration Status Wireless A wire Settings Wireless Mode Mireless MAC Filter Wireless Security Advanced Wireless Settings Settings s A Settings Security Mode Disable z B G Settings Security Mode Disable x Apply Cancel Help Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel button to cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 4 6 Wireless Advanced Wir
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5. default value is 100 DTIM Interval This value indicates the interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message DTIM A DTIM field is a countdown field informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages When the AP has buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages The default value is 1 Fragmentation Threshold This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into multiple packets If you experience a high packet error rate you may slightly increase the Fragmentation Threshold Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance Only minor reduction of the default value is recommended In most cases it should remain at its default value of 2346 RTS CTS Threshold Using this setting can regulate your wireless network if you experience any inconsistent data flow situation only by minor adjustment of the default value the default value 2346 is recommended The RTS CTS mechanism will not be enabled if your wireless network packet less than RTS threshold value The AP sends Request to Send RTS frames to a particular receiving station and negotiates the sending of a data frame After receiving an RTS the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send CTS frame to acknowledge the right to begin
6. like to set as TX RX antenna Using Diversity setting is proposed ACK Timeout The Acknowledgement Timeout means from remote to local data transmission one parameter to control both acknowledging action to guaranty those packets have already be received Usually for short distance keep default setting is proposed If there is long distance application have minor increased with this parameter will be proposed Beacon Interval The Beacon Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon Enter a value between 20 and 1000 A beacon is a packet broadcast by the AP to synchronize the wireless network The default value is 100 DTIM Interval This value indicates the interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message DTIM A DTIM field is a countdown field informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages When the AP has buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages The default value is 1 Fragmentation Threshold This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into multiple packets If you experience a high packet error rate you may slightly increase the Fragmentation Threshold Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance Only minor reduction of the default value is recomm
7. of the extracted firmware upgrade file or click the Browse button to find this file Start to Upgrade After you have selected the appropriate file click this button for upgrade Management Reboot AP Firmware Update Factory Defaults Please Select a File to Upgrade aa Start to Upgrade DO Warning Upgrading firmware may take a few minutes please dont turn off the power or press the reset button Upgrade must NOT be interrupted Ea User s Guide 22 4 10 Administration Factory Defaults This Factory Defaults allows you to restore the AP s configuration to its factory default settings Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults Click this button to reset all configuration settings to their default values Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored Wireless A Management Reboot AP Firmware Update Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults User s Guide 23 4 11 Status Local Network The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network Identity Device Name The device name for user identification Firmware Version The current AP firmware version display here Local Area Network Local MAC Address This is the AP s local physical MAC Address Connection Type The current IP address type Dynamic or Static IP Address The current AP s IP address Subnet Mask This is AP s local subnet mask Default Gatewa
8. transmission The RTS Threshold value should keep at its default value of 2346 Short Preamble This setting is for 11b clients usually set short value will enhance your WLAN performance for 11b client however the 11b clients must have same feature as well Allow 2 4GHz 54Mbps Station Only In order to keep high performance for this WLAN set this option Enable will only allow stations with 54Mbps data rate to associate this AP RTS CTS Protection Mode CTS Clear To Send Protection Mode should be set to Auto Default The AP will automatically use CTS Protection Mode when the Wireless G products are experiencing severe problems and are not able to transmit to the AP in an environment with heavy 802 1 1b traffic This function boosts the AP s ability to catch all Wireless G transmissions but will severely decrease the performance If you do not want to use CTS Protection Mode at all select Disabled RTS CTS Protection Rate This setting is set the rate of RTS CTS while protection mode is enabled RTS CTS Protection Type This protection mode provides 2 types one is RTS CTS and other is CTS only Generally using CTS only is able to fulfill most of environment User s Guide 18 Setup oee Wireless AtG Aireless Settings Aireless Mode Beacon Interval Transmission Rate Transmission Power Administration Status Mireless MAC Filter Mireless Securit Advanced Wireless Settings Authentication Type Open Syste
9. 1a The 11a LED flashes when there is a successful Wireless A connection 11g The 11g LED flashes when there is a successful Wireless G connection The Ethernet LED lights up when Ethernet port of AP was connected to LAN When the LED is flashing ECE that indicates the network activity over that port User s Guide Rear Panel The rear panel features 1 Ethernet port Reset button and Power port Refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature Ethernet B The RESET button can restore device to factory default settings by press this button for approx 10 PESET AURON seconds during device power on status Ethernet The port connects the AP to your networked PCs and other Ethernet network devices Power The POWER port is where you will connect the power adapter AP Default Settings User Password admin IP Address 192 168 1 250 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 RF ESSID A band wlan a G band wlan g Channel A band Auto G band 6 Mode G band Mixed Encryption Disabled User s Guide 7 Hardware Installation for Connection to Your local network a Power off your network devices 2 Locate an optimum location for the AP The best place for the AP is usually at the center of your wireless network with line of sight to all of your wireless devices 3 Adjust the antennas Normally the higher location of your AP will get better the perfor
10. C address in below 4 fields can generate 4 WDS connections with this AP Repeater This mode can be a repeater in your WLAN architecture Input a SSID that you want to associate in right field Wireless Client This mode can be a client as general WLAN card in your WLAN architecture Input a SSID that you want to associate in right field Using one computer with Ethernet interface to connect this device then the computer will has capacity of WLAN association Wireless G Settings Access Point This mode provides access for wireless stations to wired LANs and from wired LANs to wireless stations This mode is not only performing AP function but also support WDS connection Input remote AP s MAC address in below 4 fields can generate 4 WDS connections with this AP Repeater This mode can be a repeater in your WLAN architecture Input a SSID that you want to associate in right field Wireless Client This mode can be a client as general WLAN card in your WLAN architecture Input a SSID that you want to associate in right field Using one computer with Ethernet interface to connect this device then the computer will has capacity of WLAN association 4 Wireless A Settings Inthis page you can configure 802 11a and 802 119 wireless network mode settings E enos Access Point WDS links Remote 4Ps MAC Address 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 0000 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 vovv C Repeater Settings for Repeater Cilent Mode C Wirel
11. C Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IMPORTANT NOTE FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator amp your body If this device is going to be operated in 5 15 5 25GHz frequency range then it is restricted in indoor environment only This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter User s Guide 1 Copyright Statement No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means whether electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior writing of the publisher MAY 2005 User s Guide 2 Contents Te WAWOOUC HOM esse can eerie EE SNE O EEEE S dente secs ese EESE 4 A Salely INGHMC ATOM ME E E E unvones 5 3 Hardwar l stallatiON nesinnes aa a a aS nA e Meters ace Sede aunnantanspentes 6 4 How to Configuring the Dual Band AP cccccceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeaeeeseeeaeeeaeeaaees 9 4 1 Setup Network Setup seccrictien crete ndetiteett naive mana ec Mecseteneded aateneekcane dae ered Steet 10 4 2 Wireless Wireless SO TINGS aii ics ccuntepnpciin Sores oes
12. Wireless 802 11ag AP User s Manual Version 1 1 User s Guide 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 However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 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 FC
13. a proper transmission speeds to fit your wireless clients requirement or you can select Auto Default to have the AP automatically adjust one the fastest and suitable data rate to fit network status at the time Usually this function can be named Auto Fallback feature Auto Fallback will treat one best connection rate between the AP and a wireless client The default value is Auto Default Transmission Power This option provides the AP s RFoutput power adjustment To minimize the possibility of eavesdropping by unauthorized wireless users suggest to decrease the transmission power with a needed by your wireless environment By drop down menu you can select the appropriate level Full Default Half Quarter Eighth or Min The default is Full Default Antenna Select This option provides antenna setting for which one you would like to set as TX RX antenna Using Diversity setting is proposed ACK Timeout The Acknowledgement Timeout means from remote to local data transmission one parameter to control both acknowledging action to guaranty those packets have already be received Usually for short distance keep default setting is proposed If there is long distance application have minor increased with this parameter will be proposed Beacon Interval The Beacon Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon Enter a value between 20 and 1000 A beacon is a packet broadcast by the AP to synchronize the wireless network The
14. can change the AP s password from here Enter a new AP password and then type it again in the Re enter to Confirm field to confirm Enable Telnet Enable this checkbox can to perform Telnet configuration Backup and Restore Backup Seitings To back up the AP s configuration click this button and follow the on screen instructions Restore Settings To restore the AP s configuration click this button and follow the on screen instructions You must have previously backed up the AP s configuration Wireless At Management Reboot AP Firmware Update Factory Defaults UserName Password fe ooo j Re enter to Confirm poo Enable Telnet Vv Backup Settings Restore Settings Apply Cancel Help Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel to cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 20 4 8 Administration Reboot AP AP Reboot Click this button to initialize this device Setup Wireless ent Reb User s Guide Admin AP istration Firmware Update Factory Defaults 21 4 9 Administration Firmware Upgrade This Firmware Upgrade screen allows you to upgrade the AP s firmware Do not upgrade the firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the AP or the new firmware has a feature you want to use Firmware Upgrade Please select a file to upgrade In the field provided enter the name
15. e installation procedure The package you have received should contain the following items Wireless 802 11ag AP Quick Installation Guide User Manual CD ROM Antenna Universal AC DC Power Adapter RJ 45 Network Cable Note if anything is missing please contact your vendor User s Guide 2 Safety Notification Your Wireless AP should be placed in a safe and secure location To ensure proper operation please keep the unit away from water and other damaging elements Please read the user manual thoroughly before you install the device The device should only be repaired by authorized and qualified personnel Please do not try to open or repair the device yourself Do not place the device in a damp or humid location i e a bathroom The device should be placed in a sheltered and non slip location within a temperature range of 5 to 40 Celsius degree Please do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat sources The housing and electronic components may be damaged by direct sunlight or heat sources User s Guide 5 3 Hardware Installation Front Panel The front panel provides LED s for device status Refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature The Power LED lights up and will keep while the AP is powered on When the AP goes through its self Power diagnostic mode during every boot up this LED will flash When the diagnostic is complete the LED will be lit continuously 1
16. eless Settings This section provides AP s advanced wireless settings These settings should be adjusted carefully Any improper settings will affect the AP s wireless performance Advanced Wireless Wireless A Settings Authentication Type Open System This is default setting those wireless clients that NOT use a WEP key for authentication Shared Key This option means the wireless clients use a WEP key for authentication Shared Key is only available if the WEP option is implemented Transmission Rate The data transmission rate should be set depending on the speed of your wireless network You can select a proper transmission speeds to fit your wireless clients requirement or you can select Auto Default to have the AP automatically adjust one the fastest and suitable data rate to fit network status at the time Usually this function can be named Auto Fallback feature Auto Fallback will treat one best connection rate between the AP and a wireless client The default value is Auto Default Transmission Power This option provides the AP s RFoutput power adjustment To minimize the possibility of eavesdropping by unauthorized wireless users suggest to decrease the transmission power with a needed by your wireless environment By drop down menu you can select the appropriate level Full Default Half Quarter Eighth or Min The default is Full Default Antenna Select This option provides antenna setting for which one you would
17. ended In most cases it should remain at its default value of 2346 Beacon interval The data transmitted on your wireless network that keeps the network synchronized DTIM A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency Fragmentation Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet RTS Threshold Using this setting can regulate your wireless network if you experience any inconsistent data flow situation only by minor adjustment of the default value the default value 2346 is recommended The RTS CTS mechanism will not be enabled if your wireless network packet less than RTS threshold value The AP sends Request to Send RTS frames to a particular receiving station and negotiates the sending of a data frame After receiving an RTS the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send CTS frame to acknowledge the right to begin transmission The RTS Threshold value should keep at its default value of 2346 User s Guide 17 Wireless B G Settings Authentication Type Open System This is default setting those wireless clients that NOT use a WEP key for authentication Shared Key This option means the wireless clients use a WEP key for authentication Shared Key is only available if the WEP option is implemented Transmission Rate The data transmission rate should be set depending on the speed of your wireless network You can select
18. ess Client Remote AP s SSID vima Remote AP s MAC Address Wireless Security Settings only Support WEP with Pre shared key encryption for repeater client mode Configure it at Wireless Security page Site Survey WDS links Remote APs MAC Address 100 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Access Point C Repeater Settings for Repeater Cilent Mode C Wireless Client Remote AP s SSID ving Remote AP s MAC Address Wireless Security Sittings only Support WEP with Pre shared key encryption for repeater client mode Configure it at Wireless Security page Site Survey Apply Cancel Help Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel button to cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 13 User s Guide 4 4 Wireless MAC Filter This function allows administrator to have access control by enter MAC address of wireless devices which transmitting within your wireless network Wireless A Setting Access Control List Mode This drop down menu can set Enable Disable the ACL function Default Access Select the default policy for this ACL rule Specific Clients list Except the default rule administrator can also create one policy for special client via Add ACL Wireless B G Setting Access Control List Mode This drop down menu can set Enable Disable the ACL function Default Access Select the default policy for this ACL rule
19. items can be adjusted that depends on real network architecture if it is necessary Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel to cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 10 4 2 Wireless Wireless Settings Wireless Settings Enable L2 isolation Enable this checkbox can isolate each wireless client which associated this AP Wireless A Settings If you are using a Wireless A network then the following settings that you may need to configure Mode This mode is controlling the Wireless A 802 11a networking Enabled or Disabled Turbo Mode Using this mode enables high speed connections but severely limits range To perform this Turbo Mode both the AP and wireless PCs must support this function Turbo Mode is Atheros proprietary technology so it does not compatible with non Atheros chipset Wireless LAN device only with Atheros Wireless A turbo adapters To increase the speed of your wireless transmissions up to 108 Mbps select Enabled Note the AP s range will decrease in Turbo Mode If you do not want to use Turbo Mode select Disabled Network Name SSID The service set identifier SSID or network name It is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters which may be any keyboard character You shall have selected the same SSID for all the APs that will be communicating with mobile wireless stations Broadcast SSID When wire
20. less clients survey the local area for wireless networks associated they will detect the SSID broadcast by the AP To broadcast the AP s SSID keep the default setting Enabled If you do not want to broadcast the AP s SSID then select Disabled Channel Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network settings You shall assign a different channel for each AP to avoid signal interference If you want the AP to automatically scan for a clear channel then select Auto DFS Wireless G Settings If you are using a Wireless B Wireless G or Wireless B G network then the following settings that you may need to configure Mode This option can control B G band on off Radio Policy From this drop down menu you can select the wireless standards running on your network If you have both 802 11g and 802 11b devices in your network keep the default setting b g mixed If you have only 802 11g devices select 802 11g Only If you have only 802 11b devices select 802 11b Only If you want to run a high speed transmission select 802 11g Turbo Network Name SSID The service set identifier SSID or network name It is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters which may be any keyboard character You shall have selected the same SSID for all the APs that will be communicating with mobile wireless stations Broadcast SSID When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate
21. m Default Transmission Rate test Transmission Power Full X Antenna Select Diversity v ACK Timeout po Default 48 Range 0 372 fio Default 100 Milliseconds Range 20 1000 DTIM Interval fi Default 1 Range 1 16384 Fragmentation Threshold 2346 Detaut 2345 Range 256 2346 RTS CTS Threshold 2386 Default 2346 Range 256 2346 Authentication Type Oren System Default z isst x Full v Antenna Select Diversity z ACK Timeout po Default 48 Range 0 372 Beacon Interval o Default 100 Miliseconds Range 20 1000 DTIM Interval E Default 1 Range 1 16384 Fragmentation Threshold Za Default 2346 Range 256 2346 RTSICTS Threshold 2346 Default 2346 Range 0 2346 Short Preamble C Disable Enable Allow 2 4GHz 54Mbps Stations Only Disable Enable RTSICTS Protection Mode Auto RTSICTS Protection Rate 11 Mbps gt RTSICTS Protection Type cts only RTS CTS Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel to cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 19 4 7 Administration Management This section allows the network s administrator to manage specific AP functions for access and security Management UserName The login username default value is blank null Password The login password default value is admin Re enter to Confirm You
22. mance 4 Using a standard Ethernet network cable connect the AP s Internet port to your broadband modem 5 Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the AP s LAN ports using standard Ethernet network cabling 6 Connect the AC power adapter to the AP s Power port Then connect the other end to an electrical outlet Only use the power adapter supplied with the AP Use of a different adapter may cause product damage 7 The Hardware installation is completed please refer to the following content for AP configuration User s Guide 4 How to Configuring the Dual Band AP TURN ON POWER SUPPLY Quick power cycle would caused system corruption When power on be careful not to shut down in about 5 seconds because data is writing to the flash START UP amp LOGIN In order to configure the Wireless 11ag AP you must use web browser and manually input http 192 168 1 250 into the Address box and press Enter The Main Page will appear 11AG AP Microsoft Internet Explorer File Edit view Favorites Tools Help Back J x a f P Search Pe Favorites Address http 192 168 1 250 114G AP User name Password C Remember my password In order to configure the Wireless 11ag AP you must input the password into the Password box and leave blank on the User Name box The default password is admin Once you have logged in as administrator it is a good idea to change the administrat
23. on settings are set the same on each wireless adapter Make sure that your computer is within range and free from any strong electrical devices that may cause interference 6 What devices cause interference Answer The AP is operating in the unlicensed 2 4 GHz band and 5GHz Other devices operates in this frequency range that may cause interference include microwave ovens and 2 4 GHz portable phones PCs or analog cellular phones do not operate at 2 4 GHz and do not cause interference Proper placement of access points usually eliminates interference problems created by other 2 4 GHz devices User s Guide 27
24. or password to ensure a secure protection to the Wireless 11ag AP The Security Settings section described later in this manual describes how to change the password Once you have input the correct password and logged in the screen will change to the Setup page screen User s Guide 4 1 Setup Network Setup MAKE CORRECT NETWORK SETTINGS OF YOUR COMPUTER To change the configuration use Internet Explorer IE or Netscape Communicator to connect the WEB management 192 168 1 250 This following screen contains all of the AP s basic setup functions Setup Administration Network Setup Identity Device Name Firmware Version 1 0 Jun 9 2005 10 04 50 ocal Area Network Primary Address Selection C Dynamic Static IP IP Address fis fies Subnet Mask B5 pss Default Gateway Address P P Keg AB Most users will be able to configure the AP and get it working properly using the default settings Network Setup Identity Device Name These fields allow you to input a host name for the AP Local Area Network Dynamic If your LAN supports DHCP assigning dynamic IP address then please select this type Static IP This s default connection type If you are required to use a fixed IP address to connect to the LAN then select Static IP IP Address This s the AP s IP address Subnet Mask This s the AP s Subnet Mask Default Gateway This s the AP s Gateway Address Those above
25. tration aaNet Wireless A Local Network Wireless Network Wireless Statistics 802 114 and 802 119 wireless network settings are shown as the following L2 isolation Disable MAC Address 00 90 48 DA E7 93 Mode Enable Turbo Mode 802 114 SSID wlan a Broadcast SSID Enable Channel Auto DFS MAC Address 00 90 48 DA E7 94 Mode Enable Radio Policy big mixed SSID wlan g Broadcast SSID Enable Channel 2437MHz Channel 6 User s Guide 25 4 13 Status Wireless Statistics Wireless Statistics This displays the AP and stations that are currently part of the BSS C Setup Wireless Administration MESES Wireless A tg Local h k Wireless Network Statistics Wireless S Statistics This shows the Access Point and the stations that are currently part of the BSS Wireless A GHz Statistics ID MAC Address State AP 00 90 48 DA E7 93 up BiG MAC Address State 00 90 48 D4 E7 94 up User s Guide 26 5 Troubleshooting Q amp A 1 Pm trying to log on the AP s Web configuration page but I do not see the login screen Answer 1 Please make sure the IP address that you input on address field of IE browser is correct 2 Make sure the physical layer connection is established If you are using wired to connect this AP check the relevant LAN LED whether is lit or not 3 On Dos Prompt screen using ping command to probe this AP check if you got reply from it
26. with they will detect the SSID broadcast by the AP To broadcast the AP s SSID keep the default setting Enabled If you do not want to broadcast the AP s SSID then select Disabled Channel Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network settings You shall assign a different channel for each AP to avoid signal interference User s Guide 11 Change these settings as described here and click the Apply button to apply your changes or click Cancel button to Setup EEOC Administration Status Wireless A G s Wireless Mode Wireless MAC Filter Mireless Securit Advanced Wireless Settings In this page you can configure 802 114 and 802 11g wireless network settings Enable L2 isolation O Mode Disable Enable Turbo Mode 802 11a x SSID riana Broadcast SSID VV Channel Auto DFS z Mode Disable Enable Radio Policy Wg mixed 7 SSID ing Broadcast SSID Vv Channel 2437MHz Channel 6 7 cancel your changes For additional information click Help User s Guide 12 4 3 Wireless Wireless Mode There are 3 operating modes in each A B G band using the following setting can perform each function Wireless A Settings Access Point This mode provides access for wireless stations to wired LANs and from wired LANs to wireless stations This mode is not only performing AP function but also support WDS connection Input remote AP s MA
27. y This is the local network gateway IP setup Wireless administration Ete Local Network Vi S ork Identity Device Name Firmware Version 1 0 Jun 9 2005 14 22 10 Area Network Local MAC Address 00 90 4B DA E7 95 Connection Type Static IP IP Address 192 168 1250 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway Address 0 0 0 0 User s Guide 24 4 12 Status Wireless Network The Wireless Network screen on the Status Tab displays the information of your Wireless networks Wireless Settings Wireless A Settings MAC Address This is the AP s Wireless A band MAC Address Mode This mode is displaying the current status of Wireless A band network Enabled means the A band network is ON Turbo Mode This mode is displaying the turbo mode status Enabled Disabled SSID This displays the AP s current Wireless A SSID string Broadcast SSID This displays the AP s SSID Broadcast status Channel The current A band channel you are using Wireless B G Settings MAC Address This is the AP s Wireless G band MAC Address Mode This mode is displaying the current status of Wireless B G band network Enabled means the B G band network is ON Radio Policy This displays the Wireless G band network mode SSID This displays the AP s current Wireless B G SSID string Broadcast SSID This displays the AP s SSID Broadcast status Channel The current G band channel you are using Setup Wireless Adminis
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