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NetComm NP5400 User Manual

NetComm NP5400 User Manual

11g 54mbps wireless access point
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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1: Introduction ... 3 The NetComm 11G 54Mbps Wireless Access Point ... 3 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network ... 4 Network Topology ... 4 Roaming ... 4 How to Make Your Wireless Network More Secure ... 5 Chapter 3: Your NetComm 11G Wireless AP ...

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction The NetComm 11G 54Mbps Wireless Access Point Congratulations on your purchase of the Netcomm 11G 54Mbps Wireless Access Point (AP). This product is designed specifically for high-speed wireless LAN environment needs. It is easy to configure and operate even for non-technical users. Instructions for installing and configuring this product are included in this manual.

  • Page 4: Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

    Before enabling an ESS with roaming capability, choosing a feasible radio channel and optimum 11g Wireless Access Point position is recommended. Proper Access Point positioning combined with a clear radio signal will greatly enhance performance. www.netcomm.com.au Page 4 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 5: How To Make Your Wireless Network More Secure

    Enable Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption. The 802.11 standard, which your NetComm WLAN device is based on, permits Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption. Depending on what other hardware you use, there are two levels of WEP typically available: 64-bit encryption (based on a 40-bit encryption key), and 128-bit encryption (based on a 104-bit key).

  • Page 6: Chapter 3: Your Netcomm 11G Wireless Ap

    RJ-45 port Tx and Rx lines are normal. Use this setting when you have the supplied UTP straight cable connected to Hub/Switch or Router. It is also the factory default setting. NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide INIT Button LAN Cable...

  • Page 7: The Front Panel

    DIAG Green Green WLAN Green Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Status Description The AP power on The AP power off 1) The AP is in normal operation mode 2) While in firmware upgrade process, it indicates...

  • Page 8: Chapter 4: Connecting The Wireless Ap

    One CD-ROM (Wireless Navigator utility software & user’s manual included) One User Guide Hardware Installation Following illustration is an example showing how to install AP with hub/switch. www.netcomm.com.au Page 8 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...
  • Page 9 Infrastructure Mode. If any wireless devices are configured in Ad Hoc Mode, they will not be recognized by the Access Point. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide www.netcomm.com.au Page 9...

  • Page 10: Chapter 5: Setting Up The Wireless Access Point

    The following instructions are provided as examples for reference only. For complete instructions on installing and troubleshooting TCP/IP please consult your Windows operating system documentation. www.netcomm.com.au Page 10 192.168.1.X 255.255.255.0 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...
  • Page 11 11. When you finish, click the OK button. If NT asks about WINS, ignore it. 12. When the Network window reappears, click the Close button. Restart your computer when prompted. TCP/IP has now been successfully installed. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide www.netcomm.com.au Page 11...
  • Page 12 Then, click the OK button. If you do not have these values, consult your network administrator. 11. When the Local Area Connection Properties window reappears, click the OK button. TCP/ IP has now been successfully installed. www.netcomm.com.au Page 12 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 13: Installing The Wireless Navigator

    6. The Wireless Navigator has been installed now. Please click the Finish button to complete installation. Note: To remove Wireless Navigator Utility, click the Start button, and select Programs, Wireless Navigator, and Uninstall, and then follow the instruction on screen. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide www.netcomm.com.au Page 13...

  • Page 14: Startup And Login

    IP address of AP to the same subnet as your PC. 6. Now you have entered the built-in web server of this AP, you can begin configuration procedures. www.netcomm.com.au Page 14 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 15: Configuring The Access Point

    Info tab the Assoc tab the Wireless tab the Access tab the Advanced tab the Security tab the IP Address tab the Admin tab the Help tab Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide www.netcomm.com.au Page 15...

  • Page 16: The Info Tab

    Displays current SSID of the AP. Please make sure that your wireless LAN is working properly under the effective reach range of the AP Displays the WEP function is enabled or disabled. NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 17: The Wireless Tab

    Click button "Save" to store the settings. The settings will work after AP automatically reboots. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Displays the list of the MAC address of associated wireless client.If you click the refresh button of your web browser, then the list will be updated.

  • Page 18: The Advanced Tab

    The threshold which a RTS packet will be sent before a data packet is sent. The period in millisecond a beacon will be sent.DTIM interval: Number of beacon intervals between successive DTIM (Delivery Traffic Identification Maps). NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 19: The Security Tab

    Click button "Save" to store the settings. The settings will work after AP automatically reboots. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Display the Wired Equivalent Privacy security configurations Enables the Wired Equivalent Privacy security function.

  • Page 20: The Ip Address Tab

    The internet gateway you want to assign for the AP. The default value is "192.168.1.1". With the name, the AP can be found easily via Wireless Nevigator Utility. It can be the nickname assigned by the adminstrator. NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 21: The Admin Tab

    Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide With this unque name, the AP can be found easily via Wireless Nevigator Utility. It can be the nickname assigned by the adminstrator.

  • Page 22: Firmware Upgrade Procedure

    AP will be off and then begin flashing. When the indicator " DIAG" is always green instead of blinking, the firmware upgrade is completed and successfully. www.netcomm.com.au Page 22 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 23: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Access Point, it undertakes a new search. Upon finding a new Access Point, it then re-registers, and the communication process continues. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide www.netcomm.com.au Page 23...
  • Page 24 Spread Spectrum technology, it has the inherent security feature of scrambling. On the software side, the WLAN series offers the encryption function (WEP) to enhance security and access control. Users can set it up depending upon their needs. www.netcomm.com.au Page 24 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...
  • Page 25 How many channels/frequencies are available with the Access Point? Using 802.11b or 802.11g, there are eleven available channels, ranging from 1 to 11. Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide www.netcomm.com.au Page 25...

  • Page 26: Appendix B: Glossary

    Refers to the proposed of the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless networking. The 802.11g specifications used by NetComm specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps using OFDM modulation, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, backward compatibility with IEEE 802.11b devices and WEP encryption for security.
  • Page 27 Firmware IEEE Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide The lease time can vary depending on how long a user is likely to require the Internet connection at a particular location. It's especially useful in education and other environments where users change frequently.
  • Page 28 (for example, within an office building). The MAC (Media Access Control) address is your computer's unique hardware number. NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...
  • Page 29 Roaming SSID Static IP Address Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide mIRC runs under Windows and provides a graphical interface for logging onto IRC servers and listing, joining and leaving channels. also known as the "Subnet Mask."...
  • Page 30 IP addresses within a network. A commonly used utility under Windows 95, 98SE, and Me. (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly. NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide Rev. 1 - YML668...

  • Page 31: Appendix C: Specifications

    Data Security Output Power Roaming Operating Environment Rev. 1 - YML668 NP5400 11g Wireless Access Point User Guide IEEE 802.11/11g and 802.11b standard compliant Single external antenna with reversed SMA connector 2.4-2.4835GHz ( Industrial Scientific Medical Band ) 11b Mode:...

  • Page 32: Registering Your Netcomm Product

    Registering your NetComm Product To ensure that the conditions of your warranty are complied with, please go to the NetComm web site for quick and easy registration of your product at Alternatively, you can complete the Warranty Registration Form on the following page and mail it to NetComm Limited, PO Box 1200, Lane Cove NSW 2066.

  • Page 33: Warranty Registration Form

    Warranty Registration Form Date of Purchase …...…………...………... Name …...…………...………... Company …...…………...………... Address …...…………...………... ……………………...……... Tel No ( ) ...……….…. E-mail …...…………...………... The following information is vital for your warranty Please make sure it’s correct and complete. Serial No …...…………...………... Model …...…………...………...

  • Page 35: Product Warranty

    2. This warranty shall not apply to software programs, batteries, power supplies, cables or other accessories supplied in or with the product; 3. The customer complies with all of the terms of any relevant agreement with NetComm and any other reasonable requirements of NetComm including producing such evidence of purchase as NetComm may require;...
  • Page 36 Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11/11g and 802.11b standard compliant Antenna Single external antenna with reversed SMA connector Frequency Range 2.4-2.4835GHz ( Industrial Scientific Medical Band ) Operating Channels 11b Mode: 11 Channels (USA, Canada) 13 Channels (Europe, Australia) 14 channels (Japan) 11g Mode: 11 Channels (USA, Canada) 13 Channels (Europe, Japan, Australia)

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