Troubleshooting; No Lights Are Lit On The Access Point - NETGEAR WG302 - 802.11g ProSafe Wireless Access Point Reference Manual

This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless
Access Point 802.11g WG302. 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.
• Is the WG302 on?
• Have I connected the wireless access point correctly?
Go to "Installing the WG302 Access Point" on page
• I cannot remember the wireless access point's configuration password.
Go to "Changing the Administrator Password" on page
Note: For up-to-date WG302 installation details and troubleshooting guidance visit
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WG302.asp.
If you have trouble setting up your WG302, check the tips below.

No lights are lit on the access point.

It takes a few seconds for the power indicator to light up. Wait a minute and check the
power light status on the access point.
If the access point has no power.
• Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point.
• Make sure the power adapter is connected to a functioning power outlet. If it is in a power
strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. If it is plugged directly into the wall, verify that it
is not a switched outlet.
• Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access
point.

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