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  • Page 1 802.11g / 802.11b / WPA Wireless Access Point User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................... 1 Features of your Wireless Access Point................1 Package Contents ......................4 Physical Details........................4 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION....................6 Requirements........................6 Procedure ........................... 6 CHAPTER 3 ACCESS POINT SETUP .................. 9 Overview ..........................9 Setup using the Windows Utility..................
  • Page 4 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: ............. 96 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 ............... 98 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000..............100 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP ..............102 APPENDIX D ABOUT WIRELESS LANS................ 104 Overview ........................104 Wireless LAN Terminology ..................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Access Point's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Access Point. The Wireless Access Point links your 802.11g or 802.11b Wireless Stations to your wired LAN. The Wireless stations and devices on the wired LAN are then on the same network, and can communicate with each other without regard for whether they are connected to the network via a Wireless or wired connection.

  • Page 6: Security Features

    Wireless Access Point User Guide • The Wireless Access Point can operate in Bridge Mode, con- Bridge Mode Support. necting to another Access Point. Both PTP (Point to Point) and PTMP (Point to Multi- Point) Bridge modes are supported. And you can even use both Bridge Mode and Access Point Mode simultaneously! •...

  • Page 7: Advanced Features

    Introduction Advanced Features • The Wireless Access Point can perform self-configuration by Auto Configuration. copying the configuration data from another Access Point. This feature is enabled by de- fault. • The Wireless Access Point can automatically update its firmware, by Auto Update.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Package Contents The following items should be included: • Wireless Access Point • Antenna If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. Physical Details Front Panel LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel On - Error condition.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Introduction Rear Panel Figure 3 Rear Panel One antenna (aerial) is supplied. Best results are usually obtained with Antenna the antenna in a vertical position. DB9 female RS232 port. Console port This button has two (2) functions: Reset Button • Reboot.

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Access Point. Requirements Requirements: • TCP/IP network • Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors • Installed Wireless network adapter for each PC that will be wirelessly connected to the network Procedure 1.
  • Page 11 Installation 2. Use a standard LAN cable to connect the “Ethernet” port on the Wireless Access Point to a 10/100BaseT hub on your LAN. 3. Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless Access Point and a convenient power outlet, and power up. NOTE: If you wish to use PoE (Power over Ethernet), refer to the following section.

  • Page 13: Chapter 3 Access Point Setup

    Chapter 3 Access Point Setup This Chapter provides details of the Setup process for Basic Operation of your Wireless Access Point. Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure to make the Wireless Access Point a valid device on your LAN, and to function as an Access Point for your Wireless Stations. Wireless Stations may also require configuration.

  • Page 14: Wireless Access Points

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 6: Management utility Screen Wireless Access Points The main panel displays a list of all Wireless Access Points found on the network. For each Access Point, the following data is shown: The Server Name is shown on a sticker on the base of the device. Server Name The IP address for the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 15: Setup Procedure

    Setup Setup Procedure 1. Select the desired Wireless Access Point. 2. Click the Set IP Address button. 3. If prompted, enter the user name and password. The default values are admin for the User Name, and password for the Password. 4.

  • Page 16: Setup Using A Web Browser

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Setup using a Web Browser Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: • Netscape V4.08 or later • Internet Explorer V4 or later Setup Procedure Before commencing, install the Wireless Access Point in your LAN, as described previously. 1.
  • Page 17 Setup 7. From the menu, check the following screens, and configure as necessary for your envi- ronment. Details of these screens and settings are described in the following sections of this chapter. • Access Control - MAC level access control. •...

  • Page 18: Chapter 4

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Chapter 4 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Access Point and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Access Point and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, you may need to perform the following operations on a regular basis. •...
  • Page 19 Setup Data - Status Screen Access Point The current name will be displayed. Access Point Name The MAC (physical) address of the Wireless Access Point. MAC Address The region or domain, as selected on the Basic Wireless screen. Domain The version of the firmware currently installed. Firmware Version TCP/IP The IP Address of the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 20: Profile Status

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Profile Status The Security Profile Status screen is displayed when the Profile Status button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 9: Security Profile Screen For each profile, the following data is displayed: The name you gave to this profile; if you didn't change the name, the Name default name is used.
  • Page 21 Setup 2.4 GHz Statistics Screen This screen is displayed when the 2.4GHz Statistics button on the Status screen is clicked. It shows details of the traffic flowing through the Wireless Access Point. Figure 10: Statistics Screen Data - Statistics Screen System Up Time This indicates how long the system has been running since the last System Up Time...
  • Page 22 Wireless Access Point User Guide The number of "Re-association" packets received. Re-association is Re-association the service that enables an established association (between AP and client) to be transferred from one AP to another (or the same) AP. Wireless Number of valid Data packets transmitted to or received from MSDU Wireless Stations, at application level.
  • Page 23 Setup Remote APs status The Remote AP Status screen is displayed when the Remote APs Status button on the Status screen is clicked.(When WDS function is used , this screen can be displayed ) Figure 11: Remote AP Status Screen Data - Remote AP Status Screen This displays the current mode of local AP.
  • Page 24 Wireless Access Point User Guide This screen is displayed when the Log button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 12: Activity Log Screen Data - Activity Log Data The system date and time is displayed. Current Time The Log shows details of the connections to the Wireless Access Point.
  • Page 25 Setup Stations This screen is displayed when the Stations button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 13： Station List Screen Data - Station List Screen Station List The name of each Wireless Station is displayed. If the name is not Name know, "unknown"...

  • Page 26: System Screen

    Wireless Access Point User Guide System Screen Click System on the menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 14: System Screen...
  • Page 27 Setup Data - System Screen Identification Enter a suitable name for this Access Point. Access Point Name If desired, you can enter a description for the Access Point. Description Select the country or domain matching your current location. Country Domain IP Address Select this option if you have a DHCP Server on your LAN, and you DHCP Client...
  • Page 28 Wireless Access Point User Guide Enter the name or IP address of your WINS server. WINS Server Name/IP Address 802.1X Supplicant Enable it if your network requires this AP to use 802.X authentica- Enable 802.1X tion. Supplicant Authentication via MAC Address ●...

  • Page 29: Access Control

    Setup Access Control This feature can be used to block access to your LAN by unknown or untrusted wireless stations. Click Access Control on the menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 15: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen Use this checkbox to Enable or Disable this feature as desired.

  • Page 30: Trusted Wireless Stations

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Trusted Wireless Stations To change the list of trusted wireless stations, use the Modify List button on the Access Control screen. You will see a screen like the sample below. Figure 16: Trusted Wireless Stations Data - Trusted Wireless Stations This lists any Wireless Stations which you have designated as Trusted Wireless...
  • Page 31 Setup To change an existing entry in the "Trusted Stations" list, select it Edit and click this button. 1. Select the Station in the "Trusted Station" list. 2. Click the "Edit" button. The address will be copied to the "Address" field, and the "Add" button will change to "Update". 3.

  • Page 32: Wireless Screens

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Wireless Screens There are four (4) configuration screens available: • Basic Settings • Advanced • • Security Profiles Basic Settings Screen The settings on this screen must match the settings used by Wireless Stations. Click Basic on the menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 17: Basic Settings Screen Data - Basic Settings Screen Operation...
  • Page 33 Setup Both Bridge mode and AP mode can be used simultaneously, unless AP Mode AP mode is "Client/Repeater". Select the desired AP mode: • None (disable) - Disable AP mode. Use this if you want to act a Bridge only. •...
  • Page 34 Wireless Access Point User Guide This is not required unless the Bridge Mode is "Point-to-Point Bridge PTP Bridge AP (PTP)". In this case, You can either enter the MAC address directly, or, MAC Address if the partner AP is on-line and broadcasting its SSID, you can click the "Select AP"...

  • Page 35: Advanced Settings

    Setup Advanced Settings Clicking the Advanced link on the menu will result in a screen like the following. Figure 18: Advanced Settings Data - Advanced Settings Screen Basic Rate The Basic Rate is used for broadcasting. It does not determine Basic Rate Selection the data transmission rate, which is determined by the "Mode"...
  • Page 36 Wireless Access Point User Guide WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) Check this to enable WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) support in the Enable WMM Support Access Point. If WMM is also supported by your wireless clients, voice and multimedia traffic will be given a higher priority than other traffic.

  • Page 37: Qos Management

    Setup QoS Management Clicking the QoS link on the menu will result in a screen like the following. Figure 19: QOS Management Data - QOS Management Screen The Load Balance is used for balancing the load of APs which Load Balance use the same SSID in a certain area.
  • Page 38 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 20: Security Profiles Screen Data - Security Profiles Screen Profile All available profiles are listed. For each profile, the following data Profile List is displayed: • If displayed before the name of the profile, this indicates the profile is currently enabled.

  • Page 39: Security Profile Screen

    Setup Security Profile Screen This screen is displayed when you select a Profile on the Security Profiles screen, and click the Configure button. Figure 21: Security Profile Screen Profile Data Enter the desired settings for each of the following: Enter a suitable name for this profile. Profile Name Enter the desired SSID.
  • Page 40 Wireless Access Point User Guide The available options are: • None - No security is used. Anyone using the correct SSID can connect to your network. • WEP - The 802.11b standard. Data is encrypted before transmission, but the encryption system is not very strong.
  • Page 41 Setup This Access Point must have a "client login" on the Radius Server. Each user must have a "user login" on the Radius Server. Each user's wireless client must support 802.1x and provide the login data when required. All data transmission is encrypted using the WEP standard. You only have to select the WEP key size;...

  • Page 42: Radius Mac Authentication

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Security Settings - None Figure 22: Wireless Security - None No security is used. Anyone using the correct SSID can connect to your network. The only settings available from this screen are Radius MAC Authentication and UAM (Universal Access Method).
  • Page 43 Setup Radius-based MAC authentication Screen This screen will look different depending on the current security setting. If you have already provided the address of your Radius server, you won't be prompted for it again. Otherwise, you must enter the details of your Radius Server on this screen. Figure 23: Radius-based MAC Authentication Screen Data - Radius-based MAC Authentication Screen Enable this if you wish to Radius-based MAC authentication.
  • Page 44 Wireless Access Point User Guide UAM (Universal Access Method) is intended for use in Internet cafes, Hot Spots, and other sites where the Access Point is used to provide Internet Access. If enabled, then HTTP (TCP, port 80) connections are checked. (UAM only works on HTTP connections;...
  • Page 45 Setup 3. On the Access Point’s UAM screen, select External Web-based Authentication, and enter the URL for the welcome page on your Web server. 4. Add users on your RADIUS server as required, and allow access by these users. 5. Client PCs must have the correct Wireless settings in order to associate with the Wireless Access Point.
  • Page 46 Wireless Access Point User Guide If selected, then when a user first tries to access the Internet, they will External be blocked, and re-directed to the URL below. This needs to be on Web-based your own local Web Server. The page must also link back to the built- Authentication in login page on this device to complete the login procedure.
  • Page 47 Setup Data - WEP Screen Select the desired option, and ensure your Wireless stations have the Data same setting: Encryption • 64 Bit Encryption - Keys are 10 Hex (5 ASCII) characters. • 128 Bit Encryption - Keys are 26 Hex (13 ASCII) characters. •...
  • Page 48 Wireless Access Point User Guide Security Settings - WPA-PSK Like WEP, data is encrypted before transmission. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be used if possible. The PSK (Pre-shared Key) must be entered on each Wireless station. The 256Bit encryption key is derived from the PSK, and changes frequently.
  • Page 49 Setup Security Settings – WPA2-PSK This is a further development of WPA-PSK, and offers even greater security, using the AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) method of encryption. Figure 27: WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Data – WPA2-PSK Screen WPA2-PSK Enter the key value. Data is encrypted using a 256Bit key derived Network Key from this key.
  • Page 50 Wireless Access Point User Guide Security Settings – WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK This method, sometimes called "Mixed Mode", allows clients to use EITHER WPA-PSK (with TKIP) OR WPA2-PSK (with AES). Figure 28: WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Data – WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Screen WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Enter the key value.
  • Page 51 Setup Security Settings – WPA with Radius This version of WPA requires a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authentica- tion according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using the WPA standard. Figure 29: WPA with Radius Security Data - WPA with Radius Screen WPA with Radius Enter the name or IP address of the Primary Radius Server on...
  • Page 52 Wireless Access Point User Guide This is used for the Client Login on the Radius Server. Enter the Shared Key key value to match the value on the Radius Server. The encryption method is TKIP. Wireless Stations must also use WPA Encryption TKIP.
  • Page 53 Setup Security Settings – WPA2 with Radius This version of WPA2 requires a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authentica- tion according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using the WPA2 standard. Figure 30: WPA2 with Radius Wireless Security Data - WPA2 with Radius Screen WPA2 with Radius Enter the name or IP address of the Primary Radius Server on...
  • Page 54 Wireless Access Point User Guide The encryption method is AES. Wireless Stations must also use WPA Encryption AES. These settings determine how often keys are changed. Key Updates • Group Key Update This refers to the key used for broadcast transmissions. Enable this if you want the keys to be updated regularly, and enter the desired time period (Key Lifetime) be- tween key updates.
  • Page 55 Setup Security Settings – WPA and WPA2 with Radius EITHER WPA or WPA2 require a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authenti- cation according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using EITHER WPA or WPA2 standard. Figure 31: WPA and WPA2 with Radius Wireless Security Data - WPA and WPA2 with Radius Screen WPA and WPA2 with Radius...
  • Page 56 Wireless Access Point User Guide This is used for the Client Login on the Radius Server. Enter the Shared Key key value to match the value on the Radius Server. The encryption method is TKIP for WPA, and AES for WPA2. WPA Encryption These settings determine how often keys are changed.
  • Page 57 Setup Security Settings – 802.1x This uses the 802.1x standard for client authentication, and WEP for data encryption. If possi- ble, you should use WPA-802.1x instead, because WPA encryption is much stronger than WEP encryption Figure 32: 802.1x Wireless Security Data –...
  • Page 58 Wireless Access Point User Guide Enter the name or IP address of the Secondary Radius Server on Secondary Radius your network. Server Address Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius Server. Radius Port This is used for the Client Login on the Radius Server. Enter the Shared Key key value to match the value on the Radius Server.

  • Page 59: Chapter 5 Pc And Server Configuration

    Chapter 5 PC and Server Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required for each PC on the local LAN. Overview All Wireless Stations need to have settings which match the Wireless Access Point. These settings depend on the mode in which the Access Point is being used. •...

  • Page 60: Using Wpa-Psk

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Using WPA-PSK For each of the following items, each Wireless Station must have the same settings as the Wireless Access Point. On each PC, the mode must be set to Infrastructure. Mode This must match the value used on the Wireless Access Point. SSID (ESSID) The default value is wireless Note! The SSID is case sensitive.

  • Page 61: Using Wpa With Radius

    Other Settings & Features Using WPA with Radius This is the most secure and most complex system. Wireless Station Configuration For each of the following items, each Wireless Station must have the same settings as the Wireless Access Point. On each PC, the mode must be set to Infrastructure. Mode This must match the value used on the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 62: Server Setup (Windows 2000 Server)

    Wireless Access Point User Guide 802.1x Server Setup (Windows 2000 Server) This section describes using Microsoft Internet Authentication Server as the Radius Server, since it is the most common Radius Server available that supports the EAP-TLS authentication method. The following services on the Windows 2000 Domain Controller (PDC) are also required: •...
  • Page 63 Other Settings & Features Figure 33: Components Screen 4. Click Next. 5. Select the Enterprise root CA, and click Next. Figure 34: Certification Screen 6. Enter the information for the Certificate Authority, and click Next.

  • Page 64: Dhcp Server Configuration

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 35: CA Screen 7. Click Next if you don't want to change the CA's configuration data. 8. Installation will warn you that Internet Information Services are running, and must be stopped before continuing. Click Ok, then Finish. DHCP server configuration 1.
  • Page 65 Other Settings & Features Figure 37: IP Address Screen 6. Add exclusions in the address fields if required. If no exclusions are required, leave it blank. Click Next. 7. Change the Lease Duration time if preferred. Click Next. 8. Select Yes, I want to configure these options now, and click Next. 9.

  • Page 66: Certificate Authority Setup

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Certificate Authority Setup 1. Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - Certification Authority. 2. Right-click Policy Settings, and select New - Certificate to Issue. Figure 39: Certificate Authority Screen 3. Select Authenticated Session and Smartcard Logon (select more than one by holding down the Ctrl key).
  • Page 67 Other Settings & Features Figure 41: Active Directory Screen 6. Select the Group Policy tab, choose Default Domain Policy then click Edit. Figure 42: Group Policy Tab 7. Select Computer Configuration - Windows Settings - Security Settings - Public Key Policies, right-click Automatic Certificate Request Settings - New - Automatic Certificate Request.
  • Page 68 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 43: Group Policy Screen 8. When the Certificate Request Wizard appears, click Next. 9. Select Computer, and then click Next. Figure 44: Certificate Template Screen 10. Ensure that your certificate authority is checked, and then click Next. 11.
  • Page 69 Other Settings & Features Internet Authentication Service (Radius) Setup 1. Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - Internet Authentication Service 2. Right-click on Clients, and select New Client. Figure 45: Service Screen 3. Enter a name for the access point, click Next. 4.
  • Page 70 Wireless Access Point User Guide 11. Click Edit Profile... and select the Authentication tab. Enable Extensible Authentication Protocol, and select Smart Card or other Certificate. Deselect other authentication meth- ods listed. Click OK. Figure 47: Authentication Screen 12. Select No if you don't want to view the help for EAP. Click Finish.

  • Page 71: Remote Access Login For Users

    Other Settings & Features Remote Access Login for Users 1. Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools- Active Directory Users and Computers. 2. Double click on the user who you want to enable. 3. Select the Dial-in tab, and enable Allow access. Click OK. Figure 48: Dial-in Screen...

  • Page 72: 802.1X Client Setup On Windows Xp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide 802.1x Client Setup on Windows XP Windows XP ships with a complete 802.1x client implementation. If using Windows 2000, you can install SP3 (Service Pack 3) to gain the same functionality. If you don't have either of these systems, you must use the 802.1x client software provided with your wireless adapter.
  • Page 73 Other Settings & Features Figure 50: Wireless CA Screen 5. Select User certificate request and select User Certificate, the click Next. Figure 51: Request Type Screen 6. Click Submit.
  • Page 74 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 52: Identifying Information Screen 7. A message will be displayed, and then the certificate will be returned to you. Click Install this certificate. Figure 53: Certificate Issued Screen 8. . You will receive a confirmation message. Click Yes.

  • Page 75: X Authentication Setup

    Other Settings & Features Figure 54: Root Certificate Screen 9. Certificate setup is now complete. 802.1x Authentication Setup 1. Open the properties for the wireless connection, by selecting Start - Control Panel - Network Connections. 2. Right Click on the Wireless Network Connection, and select Properties. 3.
  • Page 76 Wireless Access Point User Guide • Your network administrator can advise you of the correct settings for each network. 802.1x networks typically use EAP-TLS. This is a dynamic key system, so there is no need to enter key values. Enabling Encryption To enable encryption for a wireless network, follow this procedure: 1.
  • Page 77 Other Settings & Features Figure 57: Properties Screen Setup for Windows XP and 802.1x client is now complete.

  • Page 78: Using 802.1X Mode

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Using 802.1x Mode The only difference is that on your client, you must NOT enable the setting The key is pro- vided for me automatically. Instead, you must enter the WEP key manually, ensuring it matches the WEP key used on the Access Point.

  • Page 79: Chapter 6

    Other Settings & Features Chapter 6 Access Point Management This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Access Point's "Manage- ment" Features. Overview This Chapter covers the following features, available on the Wireless Access Point’s Man- agement menu. •...
  • Page 80 Wireless Access Point User Guide Data - Admin Login Screen Login Enter the login name for the Administrator. User Name If you wish to change the Admin password, check this field Change Admin Password and enter the new login password in the fields below. Enter the desired login password.

  • Page 81: Auto Config/Update

    Other Settings & Features Auto Config/Update The Auto Config/Update screen provides two (2) features: • Auto Config - The Access Point will configure itself by copying data from another (compatible) Access Point. • Auto Update - The Access Point will update it Firmware by downloading the Firmware file from your FTP Server.
  • Page 82 Wireless Access Point User Guide If checked, this AP will respond to "Auto Configuration" Respond to Auto- requests it receives. If not checked, "Auto Configuration" configuration request by requests will be ignored. other AP If enabled, the login name and password on this AP is sup- Provide login name and plied the AP making the Auto-configuration request.

  • Page 83: Config File

    Other Settings & Features Config File This screen allows you to Backup (download) the configuration file, and to restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration file. You can also set the Wireless Access Point back to its factory default settings. To reach this screen, select Config File in the Management section of the menu. Figure 61: Config File Screen Data - Config File Screen Backup...
  • Page 84 Wireless Access Point User Guide Defaults To erase the current settings and restore the original factory Revert to factory default settings, click Set to Defaults button. default settings Note! • This will terminate the current connection. The Access Point will be unavailable until it has restarted. •...

  • Page 85: Log Settings (Syslog)

    Other Settings & Features Log Settings (Syslog) If you have a Syslog Server on your LAN, this screen allows you to configure the Access Point to send log data to your Syslog Server. Figure 62: Log Settings (Syslog) Screen Data - Log Settings Screen Select the desired Option: Syslog Server •...

  • Page 86: Rogue Aps

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Rogue APs A "Rouge AP" is an Access Point which should not be in use, and so can be considered to be providing unauthorized access to your LAN. This Access Point can assist to locate 2 types of Rogue APs: •...

  • Page 87: Snmp

    Other Settings & Features SNMP SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is only useful if you have a SNMP program on your PC. To reach this screen, select SNMP in the Management section of the menu. Figure 64: SNMP Screen Data - SNMP Screen General Use this to enable or disable SNMP as required Enable SNMP...
  • Page 88 Wireless Access Point User Guide Select the desired option, as supported by your SNMP Management Trap version program.

  • Page 89: Upgrade Firmware

    Other Settings & Features Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Access Point can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, and then select Upgrade Firmware in the Manage- ment section of the menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 65: Firmware Upgrade Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1.

  • Page 90: Operation Mode

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Operation Mode There are two operation modes: Access Point mode and Home Gateway mode. You can select “Yes” or “ No” to change it. Figure 66: Operation Mode Screen If you want to change Access Point mode to Home Gateway mode, you should set SSID and Security System.
  • Page 91 Other Settings & Features Data – Security System-WEP Screen Select the desired option, and ensure your Wireless stations have the Data same setting: Encryption • 64 Bit Encryption - Keys are 10 Hex (5 ASCII) characters. • 128 Bit Encryption - Keys are 26 Hex (13 ASCII) characters. •...
  • Page 92 Wireless Access Point User Guide Security System – WPA2-PSK Figure 69: Operation Mode-WPA2-PSK Screen Data – Security System-WPA2-PSK Screen WPA2-PSK Enter the key value. Data is encrypted using a 256Bit key derived Network Key from this key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same key. The encryption method is AES.
  • Page 93 Other Settings & Features WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Enter the key value. Data is encrypted using a 256Bit key derived Network Key from this key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same key. The encryption method is TKIP for WPA-PSK and AES for WPA Encryption WPA2-PSK.

  • Page 94: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications Wireless Access Point Hardware Specifications AR2316 DRAM 16 Mbytes Flash ROM 4Mbytes LAN port 1 x Auto-MDIX RJ 45 for 10/100Mbps Ethernet Wireless Interface Embedded Atheros solution Network Standard IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi™) and IEEE 802.11g compliance OFDM; 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps) Operating Frequencies 2.412.2.497 GHz Operating Channels 802.11g: 13 for North America, 13...

  • Page 95: Software Specifications

    Appendix A - Specifications Operating Range Indoors • 30 Meters (100ft.) @ 11Mbps • 50 Meters (165ft.) @ 5.5Mbps • 70 Meters (230ft.) @ 2Mbps • 9 1Meters (300ft.) @ 1Mbps Outdoors • 152 Meters (500ft.) @ 11Mbps • 270 Meters (885ft.) @ 5.5Mbps •...
  • Page 96 Wireless Access Point User Guide • Access Control list file support • Configuration file Backup/Restore • Statistics support • Device discovery program • Windows Utility • DHCP client Other Features • WINS client • DHCP Server • DHCP Relay Firmware Upgrade HTTP, FTP network protocol download...

  • Page 97: Fcc Statement

    Appendix A - Specifications FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.

  • Page 98: Appendix B Trouble Shooting

    Appendix B Trouble shooting Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Access Point and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Access Point still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. General Problems Problem 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Access Point to configure it.
  • Page 99 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Problem 2: My PC can't connect to the LAN via the Wireless Access Point. Check the following: Solution 2 • The SSID and WEP settings on the PC match the settings on the Wire- less Access Point. •...

  • Page 100: Appendix C Windows Tcp/Ip

    Appendix C Windows TCP/IP Overview Normally, no changes need to be made. • By default, the Wireless Access Point will act as a DHCP client, automatically obtaining a suitable IP Address (and related information) from your DHCP Server. • If using Fixed (specified) IP addresses on your LAN (instead of a DHCP Server), there is no need to change the TCP/IP of each PC.
  • Page 101 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Figure 68: IP Address (Win 95) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows settings. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN. Using "Specify an IP Address"...

  • Page 102: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Nt4.0

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 69: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below. Figure 70: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address...
  • Page 103 Appendix B - Troubleshooting 3. Select the network card for your LAN. 4. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify an IP Address, as explained below. Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server This is the default Windows setting.

  • Page 104: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows 2000

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 71: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 105 Appendix B - Troubleshooting 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. This is the default Windows settings. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN.

  • Page 106: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Xp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 73: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3.
  • Page 107 Appendix B - Troubleshooting 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured for a fixed (specified) IP address, no changes are required.

  • Page 108: Appendix D About Wireless Lans

    Appendix D About Wireless LANs Overview Wireless networks have their own terms and jargon. It is necessary to understand many of these terms in order to configure and operate a Wireless LAN. Wireless LAN Terminology Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: •...
  • Page 109 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Different Access Points within an ESS can use different Channels. To reduce interference, it is recommended that adjacent Access Points SHOULD use different channels. As Wireless Stations are physically moved through the area covered by an ESS, they will automatically change to the Access Point which has the least interference or best perform- ance.
  • Page 110 Wireless Access Point User Guide • All data transmission is encrypted using the WPA standard. Keys are automatically generated, so no key input is required. 802.1x This uses the 802.1x standard for client authentication, and WEP for data encryption. If possi- ble, you should use WPA-802.1x instead, because WPA encryption is much stronger than WEP encryption.

  • Page 111: Appendix E Command Line Interface

    Appendix E Command Line Interface Overview If desired, the command line interface (CLI) can be used for configuration. This provides the possibility of creating scripts to perform common configuration changes. The CLI can use a remote connection via Telnet, or a physical connection from your PC to the serial port (RS232 port) on the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 112: Command Reference

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 75: CLI Port Settings 4. Use the “Connect” command to start the connection. 5. You will be prompted for a user name and password. Enter the current user name and password for the AP you are connecting to. The default values are admin for the User Name, and password for the Password.
  • Page 113 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP get 11gonly Display 11g Only Allowed get 11goptimize Display 11g Optimization Level get 11goverlapbss Display Overlapping BSS Protection get acl Display Access Control List get aging Display Aging Interval get antenna Display Antenna Diversity get association Display Association Table get authentication Display Authentication Type...
  • Page 114 Wireless Access Point User Guide get encryption Display Encryption Mode get extendedchanmode Display Extended Channel Mode get firStepLvl Display ANI Parameter for FirStepLevel get fragmentthreshold Display Fragment Threshold get frequency Display Radio Frequency (MHz) get gateway Display Gateway IP Address get gbeaconrate Display 11g Beacon Rate get gdraft5...
  • Page 115 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP get rate Display Data Rate get remoteAp Display Remote Ap's Mac Address get hwtxretries Display HW Transmit Retry Limit get swtxretries Display SW Transmit Retry Limit get rtsthreshold Display RTS/CTS Threshold get shortpreamble Display Short Preamble Usage get shortslottime Display Short Slot Time Usage get sntpserver...
  • Page 116 Wireless Access Point User Guide get manageOnlyLan Display Management only via LAN Enable/Disable get roguedetect Display Rogue AP Detection Enable/Disable get rogueinteval Display Minutes of every Rogue AP Detection(Range: 3 ~ 99) get rogueband Display Rogue AP Detection band(s) get roguetype Display Rogue AP definition get roguesnmp Display Rogue AP Detection SNMP Trap Enable/Disable...
  • Page 117 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP get UAMLoginURL Display UAM Authentication Login URL get UAMLoginFailURL Display UAM Authentication Login Fail URL get macAuth Display Mac Authentication Enable/Disable get snmpMode Display SNMP Mode get snmpCommunity Display SNMP Community Name get snmpAccessRight Display SNMP Access Right get snmpAnyStaMode Display SNMP Any Station Mode get snmpStationIPAddr...
  • Page 118 Wireless Access Point User Guide Logoff quit set 11gonly Set 11g Only Allowed set 11goptimize Set 11g Optimization Level set 11goverlapbss Set Overlapping BSS Protection set acl Set Access Control List set aging Set Aging Interval set antenna Set Antenna set authentication Set Authentication Type set autochannelselect...
  • Page 119 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP set factorydefault Restore to Default Factory Settings set firStepLvl Set ANI Parameter for FirStepLevel set fragmentthreshold Set Fragment Threshold set frequency Set Radio Frequency (MHz) set gateway Set Gateway IP Address set gbeaconrate Set 11g Beacon Rate set groupkeyupdate Set Group Key Update Interval (in Seconds) set gdraft5...
  • Page 120 Wireless Access Point User Guide set rate Set Data Rate set rate Set Data Rate set rate Set Data Rate set rate Set Data Rate set rate Set Data Rate set regulatorydomain Set Regulatory Domain set remoteAP Set Remote AP's Mac Address set hwtxretries Set HW Transmit Retry Limit set swtxretries...
  • Page 121 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP set HttpsPort Set https port number set syslog Set syslog Disable/Broadcast/Unicast set syslogSeverity Set syslog Severity level set syslogServer Set unicast syslog server IP/name set manageOnlyLan Set Management only via LAN Enable/Disable set roguedetect Set Rogue AP Detection Enable/Disable set rogueinteval Set Minutes of every Rogue AP Detection(Range: 3 ~ 99) set rogueband...
  • Page 122 Wireless Access Point User Guide set keyIndex Set Encryption Key Index set UAM Set UAM Authentication Enable/Disable set UAMMethod Set UAM Authentication Method set UAMLoginURL Set UAM Authentication Login URL set UAMLoginFailURL Set UAM Authentication Login Fail URL set macAuth Set Mac Authentication Enable/Disable set snmpMode Set SNMP Mode...

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