NETGEAR WG602 - 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Reference Manual
NETGEAR WG602 - 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Reference Manual

NETGEAR WG602 - 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Reference Manual

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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless
Access Point WG602v3

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NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
August 2006
202-10060-03

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  • Page 1: Reference Manual

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA August 2006 202-10060-03...
  • Page 2: Technical Support

    In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3: Rf Exposure Warning For North America And Australia

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the wireless access point. To meet FCC and other national safety guidelines for RF exposure, the antennas for this device must be installed to ensure a minimum separation distance of 20cm (7.9 in.) from persons.
  • Page 4 Satellite and Radar systems. Industry Canada Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique del la classe B respect les exigences du Regalement sur le material broilleur du Canada.
  • Page 5 [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 grunnleggende [Norwegian] krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
  • Page 6 Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    How to Use This Manual ....................viii How to Print this Manual ....................viii Chapter 1 Introduction About the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point .........1-1 Support for Standards ....................1-1 Key Features ......................1-2 802.11b/g Standards-based Wireless Networking ...........1-3 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ..........1-3 Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support ...............1-3...
  • Page 8 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Wireless Settings Information Form ...............2-15 Configuring WEP Wireless Security ...............2-16 Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security ...............2-17 Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security .............2-18 Configuring WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security ...........2-18 Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address ............2-19...
  • Page 9 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Appendix A Default Configuration and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings ..................A-1 Technical Specifications ....................A-2 Appendix B Related Documents Index v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 10 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 11: About This Manual

    About This Manual The NETGEAR® 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
  • Page 12: How To Use This Manual

    • button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product model. • Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
  • Page 13 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • Printing a Chapter. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page. – Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top right of any page in the chapter you want to print.
  • Page 14 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 15: Introduction

    About the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point is the basic building block of a wireless LAN infrastructure. It provides connectivity between wired Ethernet networks and radio- equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
  • Page 16: Key Features

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • NetBIOS & WINS Support. Support for both NetBIOS broadcast and WINS (Windows Internet Naming Service) allows the WG602v3 to easily fit into your existing Windows network. Key Features The WG602v3 provides solid functionality, including these features: •...
  • Page 17: 802.11B/G Standards-Based Wireless Networking

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 802.11b/g Standards-based Wireless Networking The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet wired LANs and 802.11b/g compatible wireless LAN networks. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
  • Page 18: What's In The Box

    To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. Hardware Description The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point front and rear hardware functions are described below. Introduction...
  • Page 19: Wg602V3 Wireless Access Point Front Panel

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Front Panel The wireless access point provides three status LEDs. Power Wireless Ethernet Figure 1-1 The following table explains the LED indicators. Table 1-1. Front Panel LED Description...
  • Page 20: Wg602V3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel Figure 1-2 illustrates the rear layout of the WG602v3Wireless Access Point. Power Detachable RJ-45 Ethernet Reset/Restore Socket Antenna Port Button Figure 1-2 • Power Socket. Power adapter and cord socket for connecting the WG602v3 to an AC outlet.
  • Page 21: Installation And Configuration

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your LAN. The basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to connect to the Internet, and to access printers and files on your LAN.
  • Page 22: System Requirements

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-of- sight access (even if through walls). • Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones.
  • Page 23: Installing The Wg602V3

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Installing the WG602v3 Before installing the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your Ethernet network is up and working. You will be connecting the access point to the Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters will be able to...
  • Page 24 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. A login window will display. Enter admin for your User Name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. Figure 2-2 4. Click OK. The Information screen will display showing the current default settings and status of the wireless access point.
  • Page 25 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, you can click the KnowledgeBase link or the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the wireless access point.
  • Page 26 Any device you want to participate in a particular wireless network needs to use the SSID. The default SSID is: NETGEAR. •...
  • Page 27 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • Country/Region. Identifies the region where the WG602v3 can be used. It may not be legal to operate the access point in a country/region other than the country/region for your area. If your country or region is not listed, please check with your local government agency or check our website for more information on which channels to use.
  • Page 28: Verifying Wireless Connectivity

    IP address which you can always use to log in to make future configuration changes. Before installing the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your Ethernet network is up and working. You will be connecting the wireless access point to the Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters will be...
  • Page 29: Logging Into The Wg602V3

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Logging Into the WG602v3 The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can be configured remotely from Microsoft Internet Explorer browser version 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator Web browser version 4.78 or above, or Mozilla Firefox. You can log in to the WG602v3 in these two ways: •...
  • Page 30: Netbios Name Login

    2-4. NetBIOS Name Login The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can be configured remotely from Microsoft Internet Explorer browser version 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator Web browser version 4.78 or above or Mozilla Firefox. You can connect to the WG602v3 by using its default NetBIOS name or its default IP address.
  • Page 31 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. Enter the NetBIOS name of the WG602v3 into the browser window (you do not need to include “www” or “http://”). NETGEAR123456 Figure 2-8 4. When prompted enter the default User Name admin and default Password password into the login window and click OK.
  • Page 32: Wireless Security Options

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, 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.
  • Page 33: Configuring Wireless Security

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • Use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) data encryption provides data security. WPA-PSK will block eavesdropping. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited. However, WPA/WPA2 is not available in bridge mode (see “Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security”...
  • Page 34 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • WPA2-PSK – WPA2 is a later version of WPA. Only select this if all clients support WPA2. If selected, you must use AES encryption and a WPA passphrase (Network key).
  • Page 35: Wireless Settings Information Form

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Wireless Settings Information Form Before customizing your wireless settings, print this form and record the following information. (If you are working with an existing wireless network, the person who set up or is responsible for the network will be able to provide this information.) After you record the settings for your wireless...
  • Page 36: Configuring Wep Wireless Security

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Configuring WEP Wireless Security If you use a wireless PC 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 PC to make any further changes.
  • Page 37: Configuring Wpa-Psk Wireless Security

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 6. Click Apply to save your settings. Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA.
  • Page 38: Configuring Wpa2-Psk Wireless Security

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Not all wireless adapters support WPA2. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Make sure your client card supports WPA2. Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring WPA2 settings.
  • Page 39: Restricting Wireless Access By Mac Address

    Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address he Access Control screen lets you block or allow network access privileges of specified stations through the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. This provides an additional layer of security. (This feature not available when in Client Mode.).
  • Page 40 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual To restrict access based on a MAC address: 1. From under the Setup menu in the left-hand panel, click Access Control. The Access Control screen will display. 2. Check the Access Control radio button for the type of access control you want to enable.
  • Page 41: Installation And Configuration

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Now, only devices on this list will be allowed if you selected “Block all”; or all addresses will be blocked if you selected “Allow all” Note: All options are available if using Access Point mode. The feature is not supported when in Client Mode.
  • Page 42 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 2-22 Installation and Configuration v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 43: Management

    Chapter 3 Management This chapter describes how to use the management features of your NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. The majority of these features can be found under the Management menu in the left-hand pane of the browser interface.
  • Page 44: Viewing A List Of Attached Devices

    Wireless Settings – These parameters apply to the target remote WG602v3, VPN gateway, or VPN client. Wireless Network Name (SSID) Displays the wireless network name (SSID) being used by the wireless port of the wireless access point. The default is NETGEAR. Associated AP (Client mode...
  • Page 45: Upgrading The Wireless Access Point Software

    Station List. Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software Upgrade files can be downloaded from the NETGEAR Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file), you must first extract the image (.TRX) file before uploading it to the wireless access point.
  • Page 46: Rebooting And Resetting Factory Defaults

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual To upgrade the WG602v3software: 1. Open a web browser and go the NETGEAR Customer Service Downloads site at: 2. Browse and locate the WG602v3 upgrade file. Then download it and save it to your hard disk, If the file is a .ZIP file, you must unzip the file (decompress it).
  • Page 47: Rebooting The Wireless Ap

    After a restore, all or the WG602v3’s settings will revert to the default settings; for example, User Name will be admin, the Password will be password, the DHCP client will be enabled. and the NetBIOS name is reset to NETGEAR plus the last 6 digits of the MAC address. To restore the factory default settings: 1.
  • Page 48: Changing The Administrator Password

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. We suggest that you change this password to a more secure password. However, you cannot change the administrator login name. To change the password: 1.
  • Page 49: Advanced Configuration

    Access Point Modes or in Client Mode.These features can be found under the Advanced heading in the main menu on the Wireless Settings Wireless Bridging screens. Configuring Access Point Modes The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point lets you build large wireless networks. Examples of wireless bridging configurations are: •...
  • Page 50 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual For each remote wireless access point MAC address that you add, the WG602 must validate that the SSID, channel, and WEP configuration of the each remote access point match the settings of this WG602.
  • Page 51 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 5. Click Apply to save your changes. The Remote Access Point MAC address will display in the Wireless Remote Access Point List. The following figure shows a point-to-point bridge between two wireless access points on two LAN segments.
  • Page 52: Configuring Wireless Multi-Point Bridging

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Configuring Wireless Multi-Point Bridging In this mode, the WG602 will communicate with up to four bridge-mode wireless access points by entering the MAC address (physical address) of each of the bridge-mode APs in the fields provided.
  • Page 53 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 2. Under Advanced on the main menu, click Wireless Bridging. The Wireless Bridging screen will display showing the default settings for the wireless access point. 3. Select the Wireless Multi-Point Bridging radio button to enable multi-point bridging.
  • Page 54 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • Because it is in the central location, configure AP1 on LAN Segment 2 in Multi-Point Bridging mode. Enable Wireless Client Association and add the MAC addresses of the adjacent Point-to-Point APs (AP2 and AP3).
  • Page 55: Configuring Repeater With Wireless Client Association

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Configuring Repeater with Wireless Client Association In this mode, the WG602v3 will operate as a Repeater only, and send all traffic to the remote wireless access point. You must enter the MAC address (physical address) of the remote wireless access point.
  • Page 56 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 5. Click Apply to save your changes. The following drawing illustrates two wireless access points daisy-chained together in wireless repeater mode Wireless PC Associated with AP1 AP in Repeater Mode with Client associations...
  • Page 57: Client Mode Configuration

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Client Mode Configuration In Client Mode, the WG602 will operate as a Client bridge only and send traffic to the remote AP (Infrastructure Mode) or peer device (Ad-Hoc mode): • Infrastructures – In this mode, the WG602v3 operates as a wireless client bridge that can only connect and send traffic to an access point.
  • Page 58 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. Check the Client Mode radio box. • DHCP Client will be disabled. • The default IP Address and IP Subnet Mask will be enabled. Reconfigure these settings if appropriate. 4. Click Apply and click OK when the Reboot warning message appears. The system will reboot and display the Information screen showing that Client Mode has now been enabled as the Access Point Mode.
  • Page 59 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Figure 4-9 To connect to another AP or to a client running in Ad-Hoc Mode: 2. Click Site Survey. The Site Survey table will display a list of the available wireless networks that you can connect to.
  • Page 60 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • b only – Supports only 802.11b. The default is g and b. 7. Click Apply to save your settings. Verify your connection by clicking Site Survey. The ID radio button of your wireless connection should be enabled.
  • Page 61: Advanced Wireless Settings

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Infrastructure Mode WG602v3 in AP Mode Internet WG602v3 in Client Mode Router 192.168.0.1 Switch Switch Printer Printer Server Figure 4-10 Advanced Wireless Settings The default advanced wireless settings usually work well. These settings should not be changed unless you are sure it is necessary.
  • Page 62 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • Fragmentation Length: This is the maximum packet size used for fragmentation. Packets larger than the size programmed in this field will be fragmented. The Fragment Threshold value must be larger than the RTS Threshold value. The default is 2346.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point and plugged in to a working power outlet or power strip. • Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access point. The Ethernet LAN light is not lit.
  • Page 64: The Wireless Lan Activity Light Is Not Lit

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the access point and the network device (hub, switch, or router). • Make sure the connected device is turned on.
  • Page 65: When I Enter A Url Or Ip Address I Get A Timeout Error

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual • The computer with the wireless adapter may not have the correct TCP/IP settings to communicate with the network. Restart the computer and check that TCP/IP is set up properly for that network. The usual setting for Windows Network Properties is “Obtain an IP address automatically.”...
  • Page 66 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Troubleshooting v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 67: Specifications

    Appendix A Default Configuration and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings You can use the reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory defaults. This is called a hard reset. • To perform a hard reset, push and hold the reset button for approximately 5 seconds (until the TEST LED blinks rapidly).
  • Page 68: Technical Specifications

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings Feature Description Wireless Communication Enabled Wireless Network Name (SSID) NETGEAR Security Disabled Broadcast SSID Enabled Transmission Speed Auto Country/Region United States (in North America; otherwise, varies by...
  • Page 69 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Table A-2. Technical Specifications (continued) Parameter NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Maximum Computers Per Limited by the amount of wireless network traffic generated by each node. Wireless Network: Typically 32 nodes.
  • Page 70 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Default Configuration and Technical Specifications v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 71 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 Link Internet Networking and TCP/IP http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm Addressing Wireless Communications http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm Preparing a Computer for http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm...
  • Page 72 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Related Documents v1.0, August 2006...
  • Page 73 Index Numerics 128 bits, WEP 2-14 Change Password 3-6 192.168.0.227 Channel/Frequency default IP Address 2-5 selection of 2-7 default logon 2-3 channels 255.255.255.0 spacing 2-2 default subnet mask 2-5 use of 2-2 64 bits, WEP 2-14 Client Mode 4-1, 4-10 about 4-9 802.11e standard 1-3, 4-13 Advanced Settings 4-14...
  • Page 74 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual default subnet mask 2-5 default User Name 2-4, 2-10 MAC Address DHCP client restricting access 2-12 enabled, logging in 2-8 MAC address 3-3 DTIM Interval 4-14 dynamic IP addresses WEP authentication 2-13...
  • Page 75 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Password Shared Key default 2-4 WEP Authentication 2-13 password Site Survey Fields 4-12 changing 3-6 software upgrade 3-3 Placement 2-1 SSID 2-6, 3-2 placement guidelines 2-1 attached devices 3-2 client mode, selection of 4-11...
  • Page 76 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual WG602v3 installation of 2-3 WINS Support 1-2 Wired Equivalent Privacy 2-12 Wireless Accept Point List 4-5 Wireless Bridging 4-2, 4-5, 4-7, 4-9 Wireless Multimedia 1-2, 1-3, 4-13 Wireless Multi-Point Bridging 4-5...

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