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NETGEAR WAG102 Reference Manual

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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual
Band Wireless Access
Point WAG102 Reference
Manual (802.11a/g)
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10120-02
September 2006

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  • Page 1 NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10120-02 September 2006...

  • Page 2: Technical Support

    To register your product, get product support or obtain product information and product documentation, go to http://www.NETGEAR.com. If you do not have access to the World Wide Web, you may register your product by filling out the registration card and mailing it to NETGEAR customer service.
  • Page 3 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) • Away from potential sources of interference, such as PCs, large metal surfaces, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf that is near the center of the wireless coverage area for all mobile devices.
  • Page 4 20cm (7.9 in.) from persons. Further, the antennas shall not be collocated with other antenna or radio transmitter. Antenna Statement for North America and Australia In addition to its own 2 antennas, the WAG102 device has been approved for use with the following detachable antennas and antenna cables: Approved...
  • Page 5 Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los [Spanish] requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
  • Page 6 [Swedish] väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Íslenska Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar [Icelandic] kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de [Norwegian] grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
  • Page 7 The antenna cable type and length must comply with European regulations. Refer to the table below for approved antenna and cable accessories. In addition to its own antenna, the WAG102 device has been approved for use with the following detachable antennas and antenna cables:...
  • Page 8 WAG102 in the European Community. Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 gemäß der im BMPT- AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    How to Use This Manual ...xiv How to Print this Manual ... xv Chapter 1 Introduction About the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 ...1-1 Key Features and Standards ...1-2 Supported Standards and Conventions ...1-2 Key Features ...1-3 802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking ...1-4...
  • Page 10 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Wireless Settings ...2-14 Configuring 802.11a Wireless Settings ...2-14 Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings ...2-16 Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ...2-17 Understanding Security Profiles ...2-19 SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form ...2-23 802.11a Configuration ...2-23...
  • Page 11 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring a WAG102 as a Point-to-Point Bridge ...4-5 Configuring a Point-to-Multi-Point Wireless Bridge ...4-6 Configuring the WAG102 as a Wireless Repeater ...4-7 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the wireless access point..5-1 The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up.
  • Page 12 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 13: About This Manual

    The NETGEAR ® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102.The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.

  • Page 14: How To Use This Manual

    Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in personal injury or death. • Scope. This manual is written for the WAG102 Wireless Access Point according to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date...

  • Page 15: How To Print This Manual

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in order to view and print PDF files.
  • Page 16 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) v2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    500 foot radius. Consequently, the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 can support a small group of users in a range of several hundred feet. Most access points can handle between 10 to 30 users simultaneously.

  • Page 18: Key Features And Standards

    DHCP Client Support. DHCP provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The WAG102 can act as a client and obtain information from your DHPC server; it can also act as a DHCP server and provide network information for wireless clients.

  • Page 19: Key Features

    Secure and Economical Operation. Adjustable power output allows more secure or economical operation. • Power over Ethernet. Power can be supplied to the WAG102 over the Ethernet port from any 802.3af compliant mid-span or end-span source such as the NETGEAR FSM7326P Managed Power over Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch.

  • Page 20: 802.11A/G Standards-Based Wireless Networking

    Roaming among access points on the same subnet Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The WAG102 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. The LAN interface is autosensing and capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. The wireless access point incorporates Auto Uplink automatically sense whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a “normal”...

  • Page 21: Compatible And Related Netgear Products

    For a list of compatible products from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net). The following NETGEAR products work with the WAG102 Wireless Access Point: • WAG511 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PC Card •...

  • Page 22: What's In The Box

    You should keep the support information card, along with the original packing materials, and use the packing materials to repack the WAG102 if you need to return it for repair. To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.NETGEAR.com.

  • Page 23: Hardware Description

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Hardware Description This section describes the front and rear hardware functions of the WAG102. Front Panel The WAG102 front hardware functions are described below. Figure 1-1 The following table explains the LED indicators: Table 1-1.

  • Page 24: Rear Panel

    Figure 1-2 The WAG102 rear panel functions are described below: 1. Left and Right Detachable Antenna The WAG102 provides two detachable antennas (5 GHz and 2.4 GHz). 2. Power Socket This socket connects to the WAG102 12V 1A power adapter.
  • Page 25 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. RJ-45 Ethernet Port Use the WAG102 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or POE switch. Introduction v2.0, September 2006...
  • Page 26 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 1-10 Introduction v2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 27: Basic Installation And Configuration

    This chapter describes how to set up your ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 for wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b or 802.11a/g wireless adapters to do such things as connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on your LAN.

  • Page 28: Technical Specifications

    Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WAG102. For complete performance specifications, see For best results, place your wireless access point: •...

  • Page 29: Understanding Wag102 Wireless Security Options

    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 WAG102 Wireless Access Point provides highly effective security features, which are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs.

  • Page 30: Installing The Wag102 Wireless Access Point

    Setting up the WAG102 Wireless Access Point Tip: Before mounting the WAG102 in a high location, first set up and test the WAG102 to verify wireless network connectivity. To set up the WAG102 Wireless Access Point: 1.

  • Page 31: Configuring Lan And Wireless Access

    Configuring LAN and Wireless Access To configure the WAG102 Ethernet port for LAN access: 1. Connect to the WAG102 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.232 in the address field. The WAG102 login screen will appear. 2. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters as...
  • Page 32 Web Support menu to view the documentation for the wireless access point. • Select Logout to exit the WAG102 setup screens. (You will automatically be logged out of the wireless access point after 5 minutes of no activity.)
  • Page 33 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. Select Basic Settings on left side of the main menu. The Basic Settings screen will display, similar to that shown in the following diagram. Figure 2-4 5. If the Country/Region drop-down list is displayed, select your country/region from the list (in the United States, the Country/Region is preset and the field is not present).)
  • Page 34 IP address for the WAG102 in the DHCP server. If you choose to enable the DHCP client in the WAG102, then to connect to the WAG102 after the DHCP server assigns it a new IP address, enter the wireless access point name into your Web browser.
  • Page 35 6. Click Apply to save your settings. Figure 2-6 When you have completed the setup steps, you can deploy the WAG102 in your network. If needed, you can now reconfigure the computer you used in step 1 (from the Static IP) back to its original TCP/IP settings.

  • Page 36: Deploying The Wag102 Wireless Access Point

    Advanced Configuration 3. Connect an Ethernet cable from your WAG102 Wireless Access Point to a LAN port on your router, switch, or hub. 4. Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter in to a power outlet.

  • Page 37: Logging In Using The Default Ip Address

    Logging In Using the Default IP Address After you install the WAG102, log in to the wireless access point to configure the basic settings and the wireless settings. The WAG102 is set, by default, with the IP address of 192.168.0.232 with DHCP disabled.

  • Page 38: Setting Basic Ip Options

    This unique name is the access point NetBIOS name. The default Access Point Name is located on the bottom label of the WAG102. The default is netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxxx represents the last 6 digits of the WAG102 MAC address. You may modify the default name with a unique name up to 15 characters long.
  • Page 39 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 3. From the Country/Region pull-down list, select the region where the WAG102 can be used (for units sold in the United States the Country/Region list is not present). Note: If your country or region is not listed, please check with your local government agency.

  • Page 40: Wireless Settings

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 7. Check the Adjust for Daylight Saving Time if your location uses daylight saving. The default is no adjustment. Note: You must have an Internet connection to get the current time.
  • Page 41 (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers). Should this happen, you may want to experiment with different channels to see which is the best. See the article on “Wireless Channels” available on the NETGEAR website. (A link to this article and other articles of interest can be found in default, the channel is set to Auto, where the wireless access point automatically selects the most optimal channel for you.

  • Page 42: Configuring 802.11B/G Wireless Settings

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of your 802.11 b/g wireless access point: 1. From main menu under Setup, select Wireless Settings 11b/g. The Wireless Settings 11b/g...

  • Page 43: Setting Up And Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity

    (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers). Should this happen, you may need to experiment with different channels to see which is the best. See the article on “Wireless Channels” available on the NETGEAR website. (A link to this article and other articles of interest can be found in default, the channel is set to Auto, where the wireless access point automatically selects the most optimal channel for you.
  • Page 44 Program the wireless adapter of your PCs to have the same SSID and channel that you configured in the WAG102. Check that they have a wireless link and are able to obtain an IP address by DHCP from the WAG102.

  • Page 45: Understanding Security Profiles

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Understanding Security Profiles Security profiles let you configure unique security settings for each SSID. You can configure up to eight unique 802.11a wireless security profiles and up to eight unique 802.11b/g wireless security profiles on the WG302.
  • Page 46 NETGEAR_11a-n for 802.11a and NETGEAR_11g-n for 802.11b/g, where n is the zero-based security profile number. • Network Authentication. The WAG102 Access Point is set by default as an open system with no authentication. When setting up Network Authentication, bear in mind the following: –...
  • Page 47 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Table 2-1. Network Authentication Types Type WPA2-PSKWPA2 is a later version of WPA. WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK a. All options are available if using the default Access Point mode. In other modes (for example, Repeater or Bridge) some options may be unavailable.
  • Page 48 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) – WPA Passphrase (Network Key). If using WPA-PSK and/or WPA2-PSK, enter the passphrase here. All wireless stations must use the same passphrase (network key). The network key must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.

  • Page 49: Ssid And Wep/Wpa Settings Setup Form

    • SSID: The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. NETGEAR_11a is the default WAG102 SSID. However, you may customize it by using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized SSID on the line below. ___________________________________ Note: The SSID in the wireless access point is the SSID you configure in the wireless adapter card.

  • Page 50: 802.11B/G Configuration

    • SSID: The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. NETGEAR_11g is the default WAG102 SSID. However, you may customize it by using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized SSID on the line below. ___________________________________ Note: The SSID in the wireless access point is the SSID you configure in the wireless adapter card.

  • Page 51: Configuring The Radius Server Settings

    Note: The RADIUS Server Settings apply to all profiles. They only need to be configured once per wireless access point. To set up or modify the RADIUS Server Settings: 1. From your web browser, log in to the WAG102 as described in IP Address” on page 2-11.
  • Page 52 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Figure 2-12 • Primary/Secondary Accounting Server Configuration. This configuration is required for accounting using a RADIUS Server. The IP Address, Port Number and Shared Secret are required for communication with the RADIUS Server. You can configure a Secondary RADIUS Server to use if the Primary RADIUS Server fails.

  • Page 53: Setting Up A Security Profile

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Setting up a Security Profile The WAG102 allows you to set up eight different security profiles for 802.11a and eight different profiles for 802.11b/g. Each profile can be configured with a different security option for network authentication.
  • Page 54 4. Give your profile a meaningful name so that you can remember it later. 5. The Wireless Network Name (SSID) is set by default to identify it as either a NETGEAR-11a or a NETGEAR-11g wireless network.

  • Page 55: Configuring Wep

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) • To configure WEP encryption for Open Systems or Shared Key, see on page 2-29. • To configure WPA with RADIUS, see • To configure WPA2 with RADIUS, see page 2-32.
  • Page 56 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 3. You manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all PCS and wireless access points in your network. Choose either: • Automatic – Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase box and click the Generate button.

  • Page 57: Configuring Wpa With Radius

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Note: If you use a wireless computer to configure WEP settings, you will be disconnected when you click Apply. Reconfigure your wireless adapter to match the new settings or access the wireless access point from a wired computer to make any further changes.

  • Page 58: Configuring Wpa2 With Radius

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 5. Choose WPA with RADIUS from the from the Network Authentication drop-down menu. Data Encryption will be set to TKIP by default. 6. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other.

  • Page 59: Configuring Wpa And Wpa2 With Radius

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 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.

  • Page 60: Configuring Wpa-Psk

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. Select Security Profile Settings under Security on the main menu, When the screen displays, check the radio button of the security profile you are modifying and click Edit. 5. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA & WPA2 with RADIUS from the list.

  • Page 61: Configuring Wpa2-Psk

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) To configure WPA-PSK: 1. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA-PSK. By default, Data Encryption will be set to TKIP. 2. Enter the preshared key passphrase (Network Key). 3. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other.

  • Page 62: Configuring Wpa-Psk And Wpa2-Psk

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 3. 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.

  • Page 63: Restricting Wireless Access By Mac Address

    The optional Access Control window lets you restrict the network access privilege through the WAG102 Wireless Access Point to specific wireless stations. When you enable access control, the access point only accepts connections from clients on the selected access control list. This provides an additional layer of security.
  • Page 64 8. Click Apply to save your wireless access control list settings. Now, only devices on this list will be allowed to wirelessly connect to the WAG102. 2-38 Basic Installation and Configuration...

  • Page 65: Management

    This chapter describes how to use the management features of your ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102. To access these features, connect to the WAG102 as described in “Logging In Using the Default IP Address” on page Management or Information headings in the main menu of the browser interface.

  • Page 66: Using Syslog And Activity Log Information

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) • Public Community Name: The community string to allow the SNMP manager to read the wireless access point's MIB objects. The default is Public. • Private Community Name: The community string to allow the SNMP manager to read and write the wireless access point's MIB objects.

  • Page 67: Viewing General Summary Information

    Viewing General Summary Information The General information screen provides a summary of the current WAG102 configuration settings, including current IP settings and current Wireless settings. This information is read only, so any changes must be made on other screens.
  • Page 68 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Table 3-1. General Information Fields (continued) Field Description VLAN (802.1Q) This option is only useful if the hubs/switches on your LAN support the VLAN (802.1Q) standard. If so, you can enable this feature, and define the VLAN IDs used for management and each security profile.
  • Page 69 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Figure 3-3 Management v2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 70: Viewing Network Traffic Statistics

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Viewing Network Traffic Statistics The Statistics screen displays information for both wired (LAN) and wireless (WLAN) interface network traffic. The wireless statistics are provided on a per-profile basis. To access Statistics information: 1.

  • Page 71: Viewing Available Wireless Station List

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Table 3-1. Statistics Fields Field Wired Ethernet Packets Bytes Wireless profiles Unicast Packets Broadcast Packets Multicast Packets Total Packets Total Bytes Refresh button Viewing Available Wireless Station List The Available Wireless Station List contains a table of all IP devices associated with this wireless access point in the wireless network defined by the Wireless Network Name (SSID).

  • Page 72: Upgrading The Wireless Access Point Software

    Refresh button. Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software The software of the WAG102 Wireless Access Point is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from Netgear's Web site.
  • Page 73 Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above. Figure 3-6 To upgrade the WAG102 firmware: 1. Download the new software file from the NETGEAR website, save it to your hard disk, and unzip it. 2. From the main menu under Management, select Upgrade Firmware. The Upgrade Firmware screen will display as shown in 3.

  • Page 74: Configuration File Management

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuration File Management The WAG102 Wireless Access Point settings are stored in the wireless access point in a configuration file. This file can be saved (backed up) to a user’s computer, retrieved (restored) from the user’s computer, or cleared to factory default settings.

  • Page 75: Restoring The Wag102 To The Factory Default Settings

    Restore function, which restores all factory settings. After a restore, the wireless access point password will be password, the WAG102 DHCP client will be enabled, the default LAN IP address will be 192.168.0.232, and the access point name will reset to the name printed on the label on the bottom of the unit.

  • Page 76: Changing The Administrator Password

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. You should change this password to a more secure password, since you cannot change the administrator login name. To change the Administrator password: 1.

  • Page 77: Advanced Configuration

    This chapter describes how to configure the advanced features of your ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102. The Advanced Configuration features are located under Advanced in the main menu and provide the following functions: • Hotspot settings. Enabling HTTP redirect.

  • Page 78: Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings The Advanced Wireless Settings screen is used to enable the Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) support, and to configure and enable various wireless LAN parameters for both the 11a and 11b/g modes.

  • Page 79: Enabling Wireless Bridging And Repeating

    4. Click Apply to enable the Advanced Wireless Settings. Enabling Wireless Bridging and Repeating The ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 lets you build large bridged wireless networks. Select the desired wireless access point mode for your environment: •...
  • Page 80 Bridge-mode Wireless Stations. The other Bridge-mode Wireless Stations must be set to Point-to-Point Bridge mode, using the MAC address of this WAG102. They then send all traffic to this “Master”, rather than communicate directly with each other. WEP can (and should) be used to protect this traffic.

  • Page 81: Configuring A Wag102 As A Point-To-Point Bridge

    Segment 1 Figure 4-4 2. Configure the WAG102 (AP1) on LAN Segment 1 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode. 3. Configure the WAG102 (AP2) on LAN Segment 2 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode. AP1 must have AP2’s MAC address in its Remote MAC Address field and AP2 must have AP1’s MAC address in its Remote MAC Address field.

  • Page 82: Configuring A Point-To-Multi-Point Wireless Bridge

    WAG102 (AP1) on LAN Segment 1 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode with the Remote MAC Address of AP2. • Because it is in the central location, configure WAG102 (AP2) on LAN Segment 2 in Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge mode. The MAC addresses of the adjacent APs are required in AP2.

  • Page 83: Configuring The Wag102 As A Wireless Repeater

    PCs or servers connected to any of the three LAN segments. • Wireless stations will not be able to connect to the WAG102 Wireless Access Points in the illustration above. If you require wireless stations to access any LAN segment, you can add additional WAG102 Wireless Access Points configured in Wireless Access Point mode to any LAN segment.
  • Page 84 • If using DHCP, all WAG102 Wireless Access Points should be set to “Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP Client)” in the IP Address Source portion of the Basic IP Settings menu.
  • Page 85 Note: You can extend repeating by adding up to two additional WAG102s configured in repeater mode. However, since Repeater configurations communicate in half- duplex mode, the bandwidth decreases as you add Repeaters to the network. Also, you can extend the range of the wireless network with NETGEAR wireless antenna accessories. Advanced Configuration...
  • Page 86 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4-10 Advanced Configuration v2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102. After each problem description, instructions are given to help you diagnose and solve the problem. For the common problems listed, go to the section indicated.

  • Page 88: The Wireless Lan Activity Light Does Not Light Up

    • Make sure the antennas are tightly connected to the WAG102. • Contact NETGEAR technical support if the Wireless LAN activity light remains off. The LAN light is not lit. There is a hardware connection problem.Check these items: •...

  • Page 89: I Cannot Connect To The Wag102 To Configure It

    Mask of 255.255.255.0 with DHCP disabled. Make sure your network configuration settings are correct. • If you are using the NetBIOS name of the WAG102 to connect, ensure that your computer and the WAG102 are on the same network segment or that there is a WINS server on your network.

  • Page 90: Using The Reset Button To Restore Factory Default Settings

    2. Use something with a small point, such as a pen, to press the Reset button in and hold it in for at least 5 seconds. 3. Release the Reset button. The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the WAG102 is ready for use. 1-8) has two functions: v2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 91: Default Settings And Technical Specifications

    Default Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix provides the factory default settings and technical specifications for the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102. Factory Default Settings You can use the reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory defaults.
  • Page 92 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings Feature DHCP Client Time Zone Time Zone Adjusted for Daylight Saving Time SNMP Wireless Operating Mode Access Point Name Wireless Communication 11a Wireless Network Name (SSID)

  • Page 93: Technical Specifications

    ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Technical Specifications Table A-2. WAG102 Technical Specifications Parameter ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 802.11a Data Rates 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (Auto-rate capable) 802.11a...
  • Page 94 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Default Settings and Technical Specifications v2.0, September 2006...

  • Page 95: 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 Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing Wireless Communications Preparing a Computer for Network Access Glossary Related Documents...
  • Page 96 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Related Documents v2.0, September 2006...
  • Page 97 Numerics 10 Mbps link activity LED 1-8 100 Mbps link activity LED 1-7 802.11a default name 2-10 wirless LAN LED 1-8 802.11b/g default name 2-10 wireless LAN LED 1-8 802.11e WMM 4-2 802.1Q VLAN 1-2, 2-8 enabling 2-13 access control 2-37 by MAC address 2-37 selecting from available wireless stations 2-38 selecting the MAC address database 2-37...
  • Page 98 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) saving 3-10 country selection 2-7, 3-3 coverage 1-1 crossover cable 1-4 CSMA/CD 4-3 data encryption See encryption data rate 802.11a 2-15 802.11b/g 2-17 Daylight Saving Time adjustment for 2-14 default...
  • Page 99 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) WEP 2-21, 2-30 LAN IP address, default 5-3 LED indicators 1-7 legacy 802.1x authenticaton 2-20 login impact of DHCP 2-8 screen 2-5, 2-11 using default IP address 2-11 MAC address 3-3...
  • Page 100 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) configuring 2-25 global-key update 2-25 IP address 2-25 port number 2-25 reauthentication time 2-25 shared secret 2-25 rear panel diagram of 1-8 reauthentication interval 2-25 reboot 3-11, 5-4 receive traps 3-2...
  • Page 101 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) test LED 1-7 time zone 2-13 TKIP encryption 2-21, 2-32, 2-35 TKIP+AES encryption 2-34, 2-36 troubleshooting 5-1 access point, connecting to 5-3 configuring, 5-3 LAN activity 5-2 no LEDs lit 5-1...
  • Page 102 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) passphrase 2-22 use restrictions 2-20 WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS 2-20, 2-29 configuration of 2-33 restrictions 2-33 TKIP+AES encryption 2-34 WPA with RADIUS 2-29 configuration of 2-31 Network Authentication screen 2-31...

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