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Linksys Instant Wireless WAP11 User Manual

Linksys Instant Wireless WAP11 User Manual

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  • Page 1: Wireless Network

    Instant Wireless Series Wireless Network Access Point Use this guide to install: WAP11 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Linksys reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individ- ual or entity.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The Instant Wireless Don’t be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Instant Wireless™ Network Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your net- work your way. Utilization of state-of-the-art wireless technology gives you the ability to set up workstations in ways you never though possible; no cables to install means fewer expenses and fewer hassles.

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    Linux/Unix Users: Though these operating systems are not supported by Linksys, the Wireless Access Point should work in these environments. The WAP11 can be configured under these operating systems using SNMP. A configurable Management Information Base file (MIB) named AT76C510.MIB can be found on the Setup Utility CD. This file is for Linux/Unix users only, and is not necessary for any Windows installation.

  • Page 5: Getting To Know The Wireless Network Access Point

    Series Wireless Network Access Point Your Access Point comes with a USB cable that has two different types of con- nectors. Type A, the master connector, is shaped like a rectangle and plugs into your PC’s USB port. Type B, the slave connector, resembles a square and con- nects to the USB port on the rear panel of your Wireless Network Access Point.

  • Page 6: The Wireless Access Point's Front Panel

    Wireless Network Access Point 1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless Network Access Point. The best place for your Wireless Network Access Point is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

  • Page 7: Installing The Usb Drivers For The Wireless Network Access Point

    Wireless Network Access Point 3. Windows will now ask you where to search for the driver software. Select Specify a location and type in the blank field D:\WAP11\WIN9X (where “D” specifies your CD-ROM). Then, click the Next button. 4. Windows will now search for the driver. After Windows has acknowledged finding the driver, click the Next button.

  • Page 8: Installing The Driver Software For Windows Millennium

    3. Windows will now install the driver files. Click the Finish button when com- pleted. Windows may ask for the driver, which is located at “D:\WAP11\usbdrv” (where “D” specifies your CD-ROM drive). Click OK. 4. Continue to the Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point section for software installation now.
  • Page 9 3. Under “Optional Search Locations,” select Specify a location and click the Next button. 4. You will be prompted to enter a path; type “D:\WAP11\usbdrv” (where D: is the letter of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK. Windows will now search for the driver.

  • Page 10: Configuring The Wireless Network Access Point

    Wireless Network Access Point 1. The following screen should appear. Click on the WAP11 product button in the column on the left to select it. 2. When this screen appears, click on the Install tab to start the setup. Note: This useful menu screen can be accessed at any time, simply by insert- ing the Setup Utility CD into your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 11 No to cancel the configuration process. Instant Wireless Series Wireless Network Access Point 5. The Choose Destination Location screen will show you the default desti- nation chosen by the utility. It is recommended that you leave the default des- tination, but if you want to install this in another location, click the Browse button and select an alternate destination.

  • Page 12: The Usb Configuration Utility

    Firmware Version. This displays the present version of the Access Point’s firmware and is limited to a maximum of four characters. • MAC Address. This displays the MAC Address of your current WAP11. • Mode. This displays the mode your WAP11 is currently configured for: Access Point, Access Point Client, or Wireless Bridge.
  • Page 13 Before making any changes to the Advanced tab, please check your wireless settings on other systems, as these changes will alter the effectiveness of the Wireless Network Access Point. In most cases, these settings do not need to be changed.
  • Page 14 Instant Wireless Series Wireless Network Access Point THE MODE TAB The WAP11 offers three modes of operation: Access Point, Access Point Client, and Wireless Bridge. • Access Point - The Operational Mode is set to Access Point by default.
  • Page 15 To configure a Point to Point bridged environment: Note: All devices on each LAN must be connected through a hub or switch. Point to MultiPoint This mode allows you to construct a network that has multiple WAP11 units bridging wirelessly. Click Point to Point.
  • Page 16 To configure a Point to MultiPoint bridged environment: Click Point to MultiPoint for the WAP11 used in LAN 1. No MAC Address binding is needed. Set the Access Points in LAN 2 and LAN 3 to Point to Point, and have them look for the MAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1.
  • Page 17 WEP setting from the pull-down menu. If you do not wish do utilize WEP encryption, make sure Disable is selected. This specific WEP encryption is unique to Linksys and may conflict with other vendors’ WEP encryption. • Passphrase. This is the code used when a point on the wireless network wishes to log on to the network.

  • Page 18: The Access Point's Snmp Configuration Utility

    Linux/Unix Users: Though these operating systems are not supported by Linksys, the Wireless Access Point should work in these environments. The WAP11 can be configured under these operating systems using SNMP . A configurable Management Information Base file (MIB) named AT76C510.MIB can be found on the Setup Utility CD.

  • Page 19: Configuring The Wireless Network Access Point With The Access Point's Snmp Configuration Utility

    It also shows the Access Point’s assigned name. • MAC Address. This displays the MAC Address of your current WAP11. • ESSID. The unique name shared among all points in your wireless network...
  • Page 20 Reset button to reset the system. • Find AP. If you have changed the default settings of your Access Point and do not have the information at hand, pressing this button will locate all Access Points on your wired network and display their IP addresses and common name.
  • Page 21 Before making any changes to the Advanced tab, please check your wireless settings as these changes will alter the effectiveness of the Wireless Network Access Point. In most cases, these settings do not need to be changed. • Fragmentation Threshold Value. The value should remain at its default setting of 2,346.
  • Page 22 THE MODE TAB The WAP11 offers three modes of operation: Access Point, Access Point Client, and Wireless Bridge. • A P P o i n t - T h e Operational Mode is set to Access Point by default. This connects your wireless PCs to a wired network.
  • Page 23 Note: All devices on each LAN must be connected through a hub or switch. Instant Wireless™ Series Wireless Network Access Point Point to MultiPoint This mode allows you to construct a network that has multiple WAP11 units bridging wirelessly. To configure a Point to MultiPoint bridged environment: Address binding is needed.
  • Page 24 It is a text string with a maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters. The WEP Key Settings are based upon the Passphrase determined by you. Type that here. This passphrase may not work with non-Linksys products due to possible incompatibility with other vendors’ passphrase generators.
  • Page 25 Access Point by using MAC Address filtering. Only MAC addresses in the Authorization table will be allowed to communicate with the WAP11. Click the Authorize MAC button to view the Authorized MAC Addresses screen. Add - Click the Add button to authorize more MAC addresses.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Utility’s firmware version. At the bottom of the screen, you will find a button that will access Linksys’ web page (once your Internet connection is properly set up), the email address for technical support, and the phone number to call for technical support.
  • Page 27 As the user moves on, the end node’s RF transmitter regularly checks the sys- tem to determine whether it is in touch with the original Wireless Network Access Point or whether it should seek a new one. When a node no longer receives acknowledgment from its original Wireless Network Access Point, it undertakes a new search.

  • Page 28: Glossary

    MAC address of a device stays the same, making it a valuable identifier for the network. Instant Wireless™ Series Wireless Network Access Point Glossary Ad-hoc Network - An ad-hoc network is a wireless network or other small net-...
  • Page 29 Infrastructure - An infrastructure network is a wireless network or other small network in which the wireless network devices are made a part of the network through an Access Point that connects them to the rest of the network. Instant Wireless...
  • Page 30 Roaming - The ability to use a wireless device and be able to move from one access point’s range to another without losing the connection. Static IP Address - A permanent IP address that is assigned to a node in a TCP/IP network.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    Up to 152M (500 ft.) @ 11 Mbps Up to 270M (885ft.) @ 5.5 Mbps Up to 396M (1300 ft.) @ 2 Mbps Up to 457M (1500 ft.) @ 1 Mbps Wireless Network Access Point Baseband Processor: HFA 3861B or HFA 3863 MAC Controller:...

  • Page 32: Warranty Information

    CALL LINKSYS FOR MORE DETAILS. Instant Wireless™ Series Wireless Network Access Point Contact Information For help with the installation or operation of this product, contact Linksys Customer Support at one of the phone numbers or Internet addresses below. Sales Information Tech Support...
  • Page 33 © Copyright 2001 Linksys, All Rights Reserved.

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