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® Intel Wireless Gateway II User’s Guide Share Broadband with all your PCs...
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The information in this document is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Intel Corporation. Intel assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this document or any software that may be provided in association with this document.
Chapter 1 Overview This chapter provides a basic overview of the features of ® the Intel Wireless Gateway II, lists its system and service requirements, and explains where to find more information, if needed. What’s in this chapter: ® Decide how to set up the Intel...
Decide how to set up the Intel Wireless Gateway II ® There are several ways to set up your Intel Wireless Gateway II. The methods depend on whether you want • Set up a new network • Add the gateway to an existing network...
See Setting Up the Gateway on a Network on page 13 to begin setting up the gateway on an existing network. Features of the Intel Wireless Gateway II Using the gateway, you can share Internet access seamlessly among all the computers on your network...
Chapter 1 – Overview (Wi-Fi*) adapters or a combination of any of these technologies. The Intel Wireless Gateway II has many benefits: • Internet sharing. Up to 16 wireless plus 4 wired connections. More than 4 wired connections requires a network hub or switch which supports up to 32 connections.
Internet Service Provider (ISP). • A broadband modem (cable or DSL) with an Ethernet connection. A look at the gateway hardware Front panel The front panel of the Intel Wireless Gateway II has a series of nine lights that provide information about the...
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Activity Power System Internet Wireless Ethernet Wireless Gateway II Description Power On – The power cable is connected; the gateway has power. Off – Check that the power cable connectors are securely in place and plugged into a power source.
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Chapter 1 – Overview Description Wireless Activity Green blinking – Traffic is detected between at least one wireless device and the gateway. The Wireless Activity light blinks continually because the gateway is always checking whether other wireless devices are trying to connect to it. The more activity that occurs between wireless PCs and the gateway, the faster this indicator blinks.
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(We recommend using a surge protector.) See the Power light on the front panel in the previous table. Important: Use the power supply included with the Intel Wireless Gateway II.
This software is in read- only memory (ROM) inside the gateway. Step-by-step 1 Click Start > Programs > Intel AnyPoint > Intel Wireless Gateway II 1210 > Network Setup Utility. 2 When prompted to change the gateway settings, click Yes.
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Network Name. When a PC tries to join a wireless network, it sends its Network Name to the Intel Wireless Gateway. If the Network Names on both devices match, the PC is permitted to join.
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Chapter 1 – Overview There are two ways to set encryption: • Generate a key from text. Enter the same text key you used on your existing wireless devices, or create a new one and use it on all of your wireless devices. The text you use can be any character but it must be exactly 5 characters or 13 characters long.
Chapter 1 – Overview Where to find more information For more information, go to the following sources for help. • See Troubleshooting on page 55. • Use the troubleshooting online Help, available on the gateway’s status screen.
Setting Up the Gateway on a Network Note This chapter explains how to set up your Intel Wireless Gateway II as a wireless access point on an existing network. To set up the gateway for a new network, see the printed Installation Guide, or look for the Installation Guide PDF file on the CD.
If you are setting up a new network with several network devices, it’s important that you start with the correct device. 1 Start with the Intel Wireless Gateway II • To set up the gateway with a new network, see the Installation Guide.
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Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network Step-by-step These instructions assume you have an existing network and it is functioning properly. 1 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable (included with the gateway) to any one of the four Ethernet ports on the gateway.
Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network Configuring the gateway as an access point Configure the gateway as an access point if you are adding wireless connectivity to an existing wired (Ethernet) network. Note If you are connecting the gateway directly to the modem that accesses the Internet, follow the connection instructions in the Installation Guide and use Gateway Mode.
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Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network 2 Click Network Setup. The following appears. 3 Click Set Up Network. 4 You must agree with the conditions of the license agreement and click I Accept to continue. The Network Setup screen appears. 5 Click OK to continue.
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Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network 7 When prompted, type admin as the user name and password. The user name and password are case sensitive. type admin in both fields (case sensitive) 8 When prompted, select the country in which you are setting up, and then click OK.
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Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network 10 On the Wireless Settings screen, create a Network Name (SSID) to be used by all of your wireless devices, and then click Save/Next. For security purposes, we strongly recommend you change the Network Name from the default name.
Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network 13 Choose how you want the gateway to get its IP address: • If your wired network has a DHCP server, click Automatically get IP settings from a DHCP server on the network. •...
Windows XP Client Configuration Manager to the Intel Wireless Gateway II. If you are using Intel AnyPoint Wireless II network adapters, and the AnyPoint Connectivity Suite software, you must use version 2.30.01 or higher of the AnyPoint Connectivity Suite software to be fully compatible with the Windows XP Network Key.
2 Choose View available wireless networks. 3 When the Connect to Wireless Network screen appears, select the access point in the Available Networks List that displays your Intel Wireless Gateway. Do not enter a network key at this time. 4 Click Advanced.
Chapter 3 Changing the Gateway Settings When you installed your Intel Wireless Gateway II using the Installation Guide or Chapter 2 – Setting Up the Gateway on a Network, you were instructed to enter an address in your Web browser, which launched your Web- based Wireless Gateway Configuration Software.
Step-by-step 1 Type the following Internet address into your Web browser: http://192.168.0.10. Go to Start > Programs > Intel AnyPoint > Intel Wireless Gateway 1210 > Network Setup, and then click Yes when asked if you want to change the gateway settings.
Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings Viewing your connection status Status provides information about the device connections (connected, not connected, connection active) for your broadband modem, your LAN, and your wireless adapters. Step-by-step • On the left column of the Wireless Gateway screen, click Status.
(or change) this name. When a computer tries to join a wireless network, its network adapter sends the SSID to the Intel Wireless Gateway. If the SSID of the wireless adapters and the Intel Wireless Gateway are the same, and the encryption settings match (if any), the...
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2 From the Setup Wizard, click Network Name. The Network Name (SSID) box appears. If you have already installed your gateway, the default name appears in the box (Intel Gateway). 3 Enter a new Network Name. Use any letters or numbers up to 32 characters (case sensitive).
Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings Changing or disabling your encryption settings In a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), use encryption to implement security and protect your information. Because wireless clients and access points send and receive information using radio waves, it is much easier for an unauthorized person to intercept the information unless you protect the information through encryption.
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Encryption keys can be established for either 40(64)-bit or 104(128)-bit encryption. Longer keys provide greater security. A 40(64)-bit key can consist of 10 hexadecimal digits or 5 case-sensitive ASCII characters: • Example Hex Key: 1AC78 24DE5 • Example ASCII Key: Intel...
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Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings A 104(128)-bit key can consist of 26 hexadecimal digits or 13 case-sensitive ASCII characters: • Example Hex Key: 10111 2EF14 1510 2453 6543 9991 • Example ASCII Key: IntelWireless Step-by-step To manually enter a 40(64)-bit ASCII encryption key: 1 Open the Wireless Gateway screen, and then click Setup Wizard.
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Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings Step-by-step 1 Open the Wireless Gateway screen, and then click Setup Wizard. 2 From the Setup Wizard, click Network Encryption Settings. 3 Click Disable Network Encryption. 4 Click Save/Next to apply the change to the gateway. In the wizard, click Save/Next until you see the Save &...
Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings Changing your device settings Change device settings to specify one of two gateway operating modes. • Wireless Gateway Mode Set the gateway to this – mode if you are connecting the gateway directly to a broadband modem.
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Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings 3 Select the mode you want to use. Note You will lose your connection if you are not already connected to a DHCP server. 4 Click Save/Next to apply the change to the gateway. In the wizard, you need to click Save/Next until you see the Save &...
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– address of your Internet service provider's computer with a DNS Server. A DNS Server translates a human-readable address such as www.intel.com into a numeric IP address such as 192.168.0.10. Note Change these settings using the instructions supplied by your broadband provider.
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Note Do not change these settings unless you are instructed to do so by your broadband provider. Changing the If you are not using the Intel Wireless Gateway to access access point the Internet, but you want to extend your wired network setting with wireless capability, choose the Access Point Mode.
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Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings 3 Click Access Point Mode. The following appears. 4 Obtain your IP settings: • Automatically: Click Automatically get IP settings from a DHCP server on the network • Manually: Click Manually enter the access point’s IP settings If you are not connected to a DHCP server when you change to Access Point Mode, you can lose your...
Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings Saving settings and restarting your gateway It’s a good idea to print your new settings and keep them handy for reference. For details, see Printing your gateway settings on page 25. Each time you click Save/Next after making a change in any of the Setup Wizard screens, the change is instantly applied to the gateway firmware in Read Only Memory (ROM).
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Chapter 3 – Changing the Gateway Settings...
Chapter 4 Using the Advanced Feature Set This chapter describes the advanced feature set of the Intel Wireless Gateway II. It provides instructions for changing the following advanced settings: Changing your gateway password Changing your advanced wireless settings Using system tools...
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set Accessing advanced features Step-by-step 1 From the main Wireless Gateway screen, click Advanced Settings. The first advanced feature, Change the Gateway password, appears. 2 From the left navigation column, select the advanced setting you want to change.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set 4 Click Apply. The password is immediately saved and stored in the configuration software. Write down your password and store it in a safe place. Changing your advanced wireless settings Note Do not change default values unless you are experiencing problems.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set 2 Type the Network Name (SSID). 3 Make sure all the wireless adapters for your PCs have the same SSID. 4 Use the menus to select the correct Transfer Rate, Header Length (preamble) and operating Channel. 5 Click Apply.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set you’ve downloaded the file to your computer, click Browse to find and install the upgrade. • Reset your gateway When you click Reset, you – restart your gateway using the current settings. •...
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Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set Dynamic 1 From the main Wireless Gateway screen, click routing Advanced Settings. 2 In the left column under Advanced Settings, click Routing Information. The following appears. 3 In the SEND field, select the same protocol you use to transmit data to the network.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set 3 When the Static Routing Table fields appear, type in the values for: • Destination IP Address: The address of the remote network or host. • Subnet Mask: Assigns the portions of the IP address that are assigned for the network and the host.
The Virtual Server settings (sometimes called port mapping) allow you to specify virtual addresses for special services such as telnet, HTTP, FTP, IRC, SMTP, POP3, and others. Your Intel Wireless Gateway II has an integrated Network Address Translation (NAT) firewall that prevents any...
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Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set unrequested data from entering your network. Most applications (like Web browsing or e-mail) are unaffected by the NAT firewall because the information that is returned has been requested by a PC on your network. However, some applications (such as games and Internet messaging) experience problems because the NAT firewall blocks data that is needed for them to function...
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Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set Step-by-step 1 From the main Wireless Gateway screen, click Advanced Settings. 2 In the left column under Advanced Settings, click Virtual Server Settings. The following appears. 3 Select a service, then type the address for that service.
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Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set If you don’t use port forwarding, then all unsolicited inbound traffic is blocked by the gateway’s internal firewall. Depending on the application or game that requires port forwarding, you may find configuration information in its documentation or on the Web.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set in the Port field and an IP address of 192.168.0.251. You can then designate Ports 23, 80, and 53 to IP address 192.168.0.252. Traffic destined for Ports 23, 80, and 53 only go to IP address 192.168.0.252. Using access control features Using access control provides additional security beyond encryption.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set 4 Type two hexadecimal characters in each box of the MAC address until are boxes are filled. 5 Click Add to add the device MAC address to the list. If you want to delete addresses from the list, click the check box beside the specified MAC address and then click Delete to remove it from the list.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set 3 Type the new gateway address into the address boxes. 4 Click Apply to save the new address in the gateway. IP addressing in network adapters Make sure IP addressing is set correctly on the network adapter you are using to connect to the Wireless Gateway.
Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set 3 Double-click the TCP/IP protocol associated with your network adapter. 4 On the IP Address tab, select Obtain an IP address automatically. 5 On the DNS Configuration tab, select Disable DNS and click OK. Universal Plug and Play Universal Plug and Play (UPnP*) allows supported operating systems and application software to...
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Chapter 4 – Using the Advanced Feature Set can be found in newer operating systems (Windows XP and ME editions), but is not installed by default. 1 From the main Wireless Gateway screen, click Advanced Settings. 2 In the left column under Advanced Settings, click UPnP.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Refer to the README and Late Breaking News for additional troubleshooting issues and information. The README is on the CD and the Late Breaking News is a paper insert. This chapter presents rudimentary troubleshooting techniques to help you locate operating problems with your gateway and device connections.
(indicating link at 10 or 100 Mbps) • Power down your PC, then power it back on. Run the Network Setup Utility (go to Start > Programs > Intel AnyPoint > Intel Wireless Gateway 1210 > Network Setup). If there are errors, follow the instructions on screen.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting welcome screen does not appear, then make sure the “IP addressing” on the network adapter to which the gateway is connected is set as follows: • The adapter is set to obtain an IP address automatically. You can verify the PC adapter is set correctly by going to an MS-DOS or command prompt.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting Solution B Wireless Network • Follow the above solutions for a wired network • Verify that there is a wireless client connected – the gateway’s Wireless Link LED (third from the right in the bank of eight LEDs) blinks green when it detects traffic.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting protocol properly installed with “Frame type” set to 802.3 on the protocol’s Advanced tab. • Also make sure that Client for Microsoft Networking and File and Print Sharing are properly installed, as described below: Note If you are using AnyPoint adapters, this is all taken care of automatically.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting 5 Choose from among the dialog boxes that follow, and then click OK. 6 Follow the screen prompts to insert your Windows CD, and your PC copies the necessary files. Windows XP 1 Click Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting the proper type for your modem and that it is connected to the modem. • Verify all your modem connections are securely attached. • Turn off the power to your modem, wait at least 5 seconds, then turn off the power to the gateway. Turn power back on in the following order: •...
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting or changed mode or wireless settings. Restart your PC and try connecting to the gateway again. If you still cannot connect to the gateway, reset the gateway to factory defaults. Locate the reset switch (next to the antenna on the rear panel). Press the reset switch, using an open paper clip, for 5 seconds.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting See Setting your operating channel on page 42 for more information. Note If you change the channel on your gateway, you need to reboot all your wireless connected PCs. Problem I’m having trouble connecting to my Internet game server Solution Consult your documentation for your game to determine...
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Windows 98 and ME 1 Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network. 2 Select the TCP/IP --> [the name of the Network ® ® Adapter]. For example, Intel AnyPoint Wireless II Adapter. 3 Click Properties. 4 Click the IP Address tab.
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1 Click Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections. 2 Right-click [the name of the Network Adapter], for example, Intel AnyPoint Wireless II Adapter, and select Properties. 3 In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting Problem I’m using Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) and don’t know how to remove it Solution Internet Connection Sharing is a software method for sharing an Internet connection. The gateway provides this method now. To manually remove ICS, use the following instructions for your operating system.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting Windows 2000 1 Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Dial-Up Connections. 2 Right-click the dial-up, VPN, or incoming connection you have shared, and then click Properties. 3 On the Sharing tab, remove the Enable Internet connection sharing for this connection check box, and click OK.
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting Problem I’m trying to use UPnP. How do I enable it? Solution Instructions for installing UPnP on Windows XP and Windows ME follows. Other versions of Windows will require a third-party product to use UPnP. Windows ME 1 Click Start >...
To do so, Go to an MS-DOS or command prompt and type: ipconfig /renew If you are using an AnyPoint Wireless II network adapter and AnyPoint software: 1 Open the AnyPoint Connection Manager and click the Profile Manager tab.
Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting • If you cannot get to the system tools screen to perform this reset, then unplug the power cord from the gateway, wait at least 5 seconds, then plug the power cord back in. • Restore the gateway to its original factory defaults. See Loading default settings on page 73.
Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting also perform diagnostics and troubleshooting to test the gateway operation. 1 From the Wireless Gateway screen, click Status. The following appears. 2 Click Details. You will see the status of all your connections. Using firmware troubleshooting tips From the Status table, you can also use troubleshooting tips to help you isolate connection problems.
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Using the latest firmware upgrades can solve some troubleshooting issues. • For residential or small office applications when using Intel AnyPoint Wireless II Network adapters, or third- party adapters, check for a gateway firmware upgrade and instructions at: www.apsupport.intel.com...
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Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting Loading When you click Default, your gateway restores the default factory settings and returns you to the initial Wireless settings Gateway screen. Use the default settings if you want to create a new configuration or start from known settings. 1 From the main Wireless Gateway screen, click Advanced Settings.
Chapter 6 – Glossary Glossary 802.11b A specific networking standard created by IEEE that defines engineering design parameters for high-speed wireless data transmission. The 802.11b standard allows different manufacturers to create wireless products that are compatible with each other. Ad Hoc Mode Also called Peer-to-Peer mode A software setting for 802.11b wireless adapters.
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Chapter 6 – Glossary Driver (Device Special software programs required for any device to Driver) install properly on a PC. Devices include network adapters, printers, scanners, modems, audio cards, CD drives, monitors, and so on. Drivers enable the device to coordinate its activities with the PC to which it is attached.
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Chapter 6 – Glossary firewall can also control what Internet resources local network computers can access. Gateway A network device that provides a bridge or entrance to another network. For example, a residential gateway can allow a wireless network to connect to an Ethernet network.
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Chapter 6 – Glossary phone lines or radio waves to transmit data between the PCs. LANs include home and small-business networks. Mbps Megabits per second, a measure of data transmission speed. Network Address Translation. A service that translates your local private IP addresses to a public Internet address so your privately addressed network can connect to the public Internet.
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Chapter 6 – Glossary networks to function in the same vicinity without interfering with each other. The SSID can be a word or a combination of letters and numbers. Subnet A distinct separate part of a computer network. Often, computers in one building or location form a subnet. Dividing a large network into subnets isolates network traffic, enhances network performance, and provides a mechanism for organizing the network in a logical...
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Chapter 6 – Glossary TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. The protocol that computers use to communicate over the Internet. TCP determines how a computer breaks up data into small units, called packets, to be sent to another computer, and how the receiving computer reassembles the packets into a single file.
Chapter 7 – Specifications Technical specifications Actual product performance and compliance with local telecommunications regulations may vary from country to country. Intel Corporation only ships products that are type approved in the destination country. Specification Description Interoperability Wireless: IEEE 802.11b, Wi-Fi* certified Wired: IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet)
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Chapter 7 – Specifications Specification Description Roaming Functions Gateway and Access Point configurations NAT, DHCP server and client, PPPoE Client, VPN pass-through Network Protocol TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI Mounting Back panel allows mounting to ceiling Power adapter Input: AC 100-240V 50-60 Hz, 0.35A Output: CD 5V, 2.0A...
Chapter 8 Regulatory Compliance Statements This chapter contains the following agency notices: Safety compliance statement Emissions compliance statements Canadian compliance statements European Union compliance statements...
Chapter 8 – Regulatory Compliance Statements Safety compliance statement This product complies with the safety requirements for Information Technology Equipment, and is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. to UL 60950 and CSA C22.2 No. 950 for the U.S. and Canada. Emissions compliance statements This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15...
Chapter 8 – Regulatory Compliance Statements CAUTION IF YOU MAKE ANY MODIFICATION TO THE EQUIPMENT NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY INTEL, YOU COULD VOID YOUR AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. RF exposure compliance statements ® Notice: Install or position the Intel...
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Chapter 8 – Regulatory Compliance Statements is in conformity with all applicable essential requirements necessary for CE marking, following the provisions of the European Council Directive 89/336/EEC (EMC), Council Directive 73/23/EEC (Safety/Low Voltage Directive), and Council Directive 1999/5/EC (Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment).
Intel encourages its customers to recycle its products and their components (e.g. batteries, circuit boards, plastic enclosures, etc.) whenever possible. In the U.S., a list of recyclers in your area can be found at: http:// www.eiae.org.
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Chapter 8 – Regulatory Compliance Statements Disassembly steps: 1 Remove the label located at the bottom of the unit – to access the single phillips head screw. 2 Remove the single phillips head screw located at the bottom of the unit. 3 Locate two slots on the right-side of the unit.
Chapter 9 Index ESSID (See SSID) 79 Access Point mode 3 Access point, defined 76 Ad hoc mode (see peer-to-peer) 76 Factory settings 73 Advanced settings 40 Firewall 4 Advanced settings, changing 40 Firmware, upgrading 72 Front panel, described 5 Back panel, described 8 Broadband modem 34 Gateway password, changing 40...
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Index Range 4 Resetting and restarting gateway 73 Routing information 43 Routing protocols 43 Save and restart 37 Service requirements 5 Setup wizard 23 Specifications 83 SSID, defined 79 SSID, see Network Name 27 System requirements 4 System tools 42 Transfer rate 42 Troubleshooting information, where to find Troubleshooting tips 71...