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  • Page 1 11n Wireless Access Point User's Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION....................1 Features of your Wireless Access Point ................1 Package Contents ......................3 Physical Details ........................4 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ....................6 Requirements ........................6 Procedure ........................... 6 CHAPTER 3 ACCESS POINT SETUP .................. 8 Overview ..........................
  • Page 4 Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP..............88 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista ..............90 APPENDIX D ABOUT WIRELESS LANS ................92 Overview .......................... 92 Wireless LAN Terminology .................... 92 APPENDIX E COMMAND LINE INTERFACE..............95 Overview ..........................

  • 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 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  DHCP Client Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Access Point can act as a DHCP Client, and obtain an IP address and related information from your existing DHPC Server.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Introduction  Radius Accounting Support. If you have a Radius Server, you can use it to provide accounting data on Wireless clients.  Syslog Support. If you have a Syslog Server, the Wireless Access Point can send its log data to your Syslog Server. ...

  • Page 8: Physical Details

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Physical Details Front Panel LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel Power On - Normal operation. Off - No power WLAN On - Idle Off - Wireless connection is not available. Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless access point.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Introduction Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel This button has two (2) functions: Reset Button  Reboot. When pressed and released, the Wireless Access Point will reboot (restart).  Reset to Factory Defaults. This button can also be used to clear ALL data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.

  • 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 Select a suitable location for the installation of your Wireless Access Point.
  • Page 11 Installation Use a standard LAN cable to connect the "LAN" port on the Wireless Access Point to a 10/100/1000BaseT hub/switch on your LAN. Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless Access Point and a convenient power outlet, and power up. Check the LEDs: ...

  • Page 12: 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 13: Wireless Access Points

    Access Point Setup 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: Name The Name is shown on a sticker on the base of the device. IP address The IP address for the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 14: Setup Procedure

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Setup Procedure Select the desired Wireless Access Point. Click the Set IP Address button. If prompted, enter the user name and password. The default values are admin for the User Name, and password for the Password. Ensure the IP address, Network Mask, and Gateway are correct for your LAN.

  • Page 15: Setup Using A Web Browser

    Access Point Setup 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. Check the Wireless Access Point to determine its Default Name.
  • Page 16 Wireless Access Point User Guide From the menu, check the following screens, and configure as necessary for your environ- ment. Details of these screens and settings are described in the following sections of this chapter.  System - Basic and Advanced settings ...

  • Page 17: System Basic Settings Screen

    Access Point Setup System Basic Settings Screen Click Basic Settings on the System menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 8: System Basic Settings Screen Data - System Basic Settings Screen Identification Access Point Enter a suitable name for this Access Point. Name Description If desired, you can enter a description for the Access Point.
  • Page 18 Wireless Access Point User Guide If selected, the following data must be entered. Fixed IP Address  IP Address - The IP Address of this device. Enter an unused IP address from the address range on your LAN.  Subnet Mask - The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.

  • Page 19: System Advanced Settings Screen

    Access Point Setup System Advanced Settings Screen Click Advanced Settings on the System menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 9: System Advanced Settings Screen...
  • Page 20 Wireless Access Point User Guide Data - System Advanced Settings Screen VLAN Enable 802.1Q This option is only useful if the hubs/switches on your LAN support the VLAN VLAN standard. Native VLAN Enter the desired value for the Native VLAN. Default value is 1. AP Management Define the VLAN ID used for management.

  • Page 21: Wireless Screens

    Access Point Setup Wireless Screens There are 6 configuration screens available:  Basic  Virtual APs  Radius Server Settings  Access Control  Advanced Settings  WIFI Protected Setup Basic Screen The settings on this screen must match the settings used by Wireless Stations. Click Basic Settings on the Wireless menu to view a screen like the following.
  • Page 22 Wireless Access Point User Guide 802.11g, selecting this option may provide a performance im- provement over using the default setting.  802.11n - only 802.11n connections are allowed. If you only have 802.11n, selecting this option may provide a performance im- provement over using the default setting.
  • Page 23 Access Point Setup Select Remote If the other AP is on-line, you can click the "Select Remote AP" button and select from a list of available APs.

  • Page 24: Virtual Ap Settings

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Virtual AP Settings Clicking the Virtual APs link on the Wireless menu will result in a screen like the following. Figure 11: Virtual AP Settings Data - Virtual AP Settings Screen VAPs VAP List All available VAPs are listed. For each VAP, the following data is displayed: ...

  • Page 25: Virtual Ap Screen

    Access Point Setup Virtual AP Screen This screen is displayed when you select a VAP on the Virtual AP Settings screen, and click the Configure button. Figure 12: Virtual AP Screen VAP Data Enter the desired settings for each of the following: Enter a suitable name for this VAP.
  • Page 26 Wireless Access Point User Guide  WPA2-PSK - This is a further development of WPA-PSK, and offers even greater security, using the AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) method of encryption.  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).
  • Page 27 Access Point Setup Security Settings - None Figure 13: Wireless Security - None No security is used. Anyone using the correct SSID can connect to your network. Security Settings - WEP This is the 802.11b standard. Data is encrypted before transmission, but the encryption system is not very strong.
  • Page 28 Wireless Access Point User Guide Data - WEP Screen Data Select the desired option, and ensure your Wireless stations have the Encryption same setting:  64 Bit Encryption - Keys are 10 Hex (5 ASCII) characters.  128 Bit Encryption - Keys are 26 Hex (13 ASCII) characters. ...
  • Page 29 Access Point Setup 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. Figure 15: WPA-PSK Wireless Security Screen Data - WPA-PSK Screen WPA-PSK...
  • Page 30 Wireless Access Point User Guide 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 16: WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Screen Data - WPA2-PSK Screen WPA2-PSK Network Key Enter the key value.
  • Page 31 Access Point Setup 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 17: WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Screen Data - WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Screen WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Network Key Enter the key value.
  • Page 32 Wireless Access Point User Guide 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.
  • Page 33 Access Point 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 19: WPA2 with Radius Wireless Security Screen Data - WPA2 with Radius Screen WPA2 with Radius The encryption method is AES.
  • Page 34 Wireless Access Point User Guide Security Settings - WPA and WPA2 with Radius EITHER WPA or WPA2 require a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authentica- tion according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using EITHER WPA or WPA2 standard.
  • Page 35 Access Point Setup Security Settings - 802.1x This uses the 802.1x standard for client authentication, and WEP for data encryption. If this option is selected:  This Access Point must have a "client login" on the Radius Server.  Each user must have a "user login" on the Radius Server. Normally, a Certificate is used to authenticate each user.
  • Page 36 Wireless Access Point User Guide Dynamic WEP Key Click this if you want the WEP keys to be automatically gener- ated.  The key exchange will be negotiated. The most widely supported protocol is EAP-TLS.  The following Key Exchange setting determines how often the keys are changed.

  • Page 37: Radius Server Settings

    Access Point Setup Radius Server Settings Clicking the Radius Server Settings link on the Wireless menu will result in a screen like the following. Figure 22: Advanced Settings Data - Radius Server Settings Screen Authentication Server Primary Authentication Enter the name or IP address of the Radius Server on your Server network.

  • Page 38: Access Control

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Access Control This feature can be used to block access to your LAN by unknown or untrusted wireless sta- tions. Click Access Control on the Wireless menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 23: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen Access Control Select the desired option, as required...

  • Page 39: Trusted Wireless Stations

    Access Point Setup To upload a list of Trusted Stations from a file on your PC, click this Read from File button. To download the current list of Trusted Stations from the Access Point Write to File to a file on your PC, click this button. Trusted Wireless Stations To change the list of trusted wireless stations, use the Modify List button on the Access Control screen.
  • Page 40 Wireless Access Point User Guide >> Delete a Trusted Wireless Station from the list (move to the "Other Stations" list).  Select an entry (or entries) in the "Trusted Stations" list.  Click the " >> " button. Select all of the Stations listed in the "Other Stations" list. Select All Select None De-select any Stations currently selected in the "Other Stations"...

  • Page 41: Advanced Settings

    Access Point Setup Advanced Settings Clicking the Advanced Settings link on the Wireless menu will result in a screen like the fol- lowing. Figure 25: Advanced Settings Data - Advanced Settings Screen Options Enable this setting if you wish to use this mode, and your Wire- Worldwide Mode (802.11d) less stations support this mode.
  • Page 42 Wireless Access Point User Guide RTS/CTS Threshold Enter the preferred setting between 1 and 2347. Normally, this can be left at the default value. Preamble Type Select the desired option. The default is "Long". The "Short" setting takes less time when used in a good environment. 802.11b Protection The Protection system is intended to prevent older 802.11b Mode...

  • Page 43: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    Access Point Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup Click WiFi Protected Setup on the Wireless menu to view a screen like the following:. Figure 26: WPS Screen Data - WPS Screen  If the first option is selected, press the WPS button on the client Use one of the device, then click the Push button.

  • Page 44: Chapter 4 Pc And Server Configuration

    Chapter 4 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 45: Using Wpa-Psk/Wpa2-Psk

    PC and Server Configuration Using WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK For each of the following items, each Wireless Station must have the same settings as the Wireless Access Point. Mode On each PC, the mode must be set to Infrastructure. SSID (ESSID) This must match the value used on the Wireless Access Point. The default value is wireless Note! The SSID is case sensitive.

  • Page 46: Using Wpa-Enterprise

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Using WPA-Enterprise This is the most secure and most complex system. WPA-Enterprise mode provides greater security and centralized management, but it is more complex to configure. Wireless Station Configuration For each of the following items, each Wireless Station must have the same settings as the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 47: Server Setup (Windows 2000 Server)

    PC and Server Configuration 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 48 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 27: Components Screen Click Next. Select the Enterprise root CA, and click Next. Figure 28: Certification Screen Enter the information for the Certificate Authority, and click Next.

  • Page 49: Dhcp Server Configuration

    PC and Server Configuration Figure 29: CA Screen Click Next if you don't want to change the CA's configuration data. Installation will warn you that Internet Information Services are running, and must be stopped before continuing. Click Ok, then Finish. DHCP server configuration Click on the Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - DHCP Right-click on the server entry as shown, and select New Scope.
  • Page 50 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 31:IP Address Screen Add exclusions in the address fields if required. If no exclusions are required, leave it blank. Click Next. Change the Lease Duration time if preferred. Click Next. Select Yes, I want to configure these options now, and click Next. Enter the router address for the current subnet.

  • Page 51: Certificate Authority Setup

    PC and Server Configuration Certificate Authority Setup Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - Certification Authority. Right-click Policy Settings, and select New - Certificate to Issue. Figure 33: Certificate Authority Screen Select Authenticated Session and Smartcard Logon (select more than one by holding down the Ctrl key).
  • Page 52 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 35: Active Directory Screen Select the Group Policy tab, choose Default Domain Policy then click Edit. Figure 36: Group Policy Tab Select Computer Configuration - Windows Settings - Security Settings - Public Key Poli- cies, right-click Automatic Certificate Request Settings - New - Automatic Certificate Request.
  • Page 53 PC and Server Configuration Figure 37: Group Policy Screen When the Certificate Request Wizard appears, click Next. Select Computer, then click Next. Figure 38: Certificate Template Screen 10. Ensure that your certificate authority is checked, then click Next. 11. Review the policy change information and click Finish. 12.
  • Page 54 Wireless Access Point User Guide Internet Authentication Service (Radius) Setup Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - Internet Authentication Service Right-click on Clients, and select New Client. Figure 39: Service Screen Enter a name for the access point, click Next. Enter the address or name of the Wireless Access Point, and set the shared secret, as entered on the Security Settings of the Wireless Access Point.
  • Page 55 PC and Server Configuration 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 41: Authentication Screen 12. Select No if you don't want to view the help for EAP. Click Finish.

  • Page 56: Remote Access Login For Users

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Remote Access Login for Users Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools- Active Directory Users and Computers. Double click on the user who you want to enable. Select the Dial-in tab, and enable Allow access. Click OK. Figure 42: Dial-in Screen...

  • Page 57: 802.1X Client Setup On Windows Xp

    PC and Server Configuration 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 58 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 44: Wireless CA Screen Select User certificate request and select User Certificate, the click Next. Figure 45: Request Type Screen Click Submit.
  • Page 59 PC and Server Configuration Figure 46: Identifying Information Screen A message will be displayed, then the certificate will be returned to you. Click Install this certificate. Figure 47:Certificate Issued Screen . You will receive a confirmation message. Click Yes.

  • Page 60: X Authentication Setup

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 48: Root Certificate Screen Certificate setup is now complete. 802.1x Authentication Setup Open the properties for the wireless connection, by selecting Start - Control Panel - Network Connections. Right Click on the Wireless Network Connection, and select Properties. Select the Authentication Tab, and ensure that Enable network access control using IEEE 802.1X is selected, and Smart Card or other Certificate is selected from the EAP type.
  • Page 61 PC and Server Configuration  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 en- ter key values. Enabling Encryption To enable encryption for a wireless network, follow this procedure: Click on the Wireless Networks tab.
  • Page 62 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 51: Properties Screen Setup for Windows XP and 802.1x client is now complete.

  • Page 63: Using 802.1X Mode (Without Wpa)

    PC and Server Configuration Using 802.1x Mode (without WPA) This is very similar to using WPA-Enterprise. The only difference is that on your client, you must NOT enable the setting The key is provided for me automatically. Instead, you must enter the WEP key manually, ensuring it matches the WEP key used on the Access Point.

  • Page 64: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 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 65 Operation and Status Data - Status Screen Access Point Access Point Name The current name will be displayed. MAC Address The MAC (physical) address of the Wireless Access Point. Country/Domain The region or domain, as selected on the System screen. Hardware Version The version of the hardware currently used.

  • Page 66: Statistics Screen

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Statistics Screen This screen is displayed when the Statistics button on the Status screen is clicked. It shows details of the traffic flowing through the Wireless Access Point. Figure 54: Statistics Screen...
  • Page 67 Operation and Status Data - Statistics Screen System Up Time Up Time This indicates how long the system has been running since the last restart or reboot. Authentication The number of "Authentication" packets received. Authentication is the process of identification between the AP and the client. Deauthentication The number of "Deauthentication"...
  • Page 68 Wireless Access Point User Guide Virtual AP Status This screen is displayed when the Virtual AP Status button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 55: Virtual AP Status Screen For each VAP, the following data is displayed: Name The name you gave to this VAP; if you didn't change the name, the default name is used.

  • Page 69: Activity Log

    Operation and Status Activity Log This screen is displayed when the Log button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 56: Activity Log Screen Data - Activity Log Data Current Time The system date and time is displayed. The Log shows details of the connections to the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 70: Station List

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Station List This screen is displayed when the Stations button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 57 Station List Screen Data - Station List Screen Station List MAC Address The MAC (physical) address of each Wireless Station is displayed. The mode of each Wireless Station.

  • Page 71: Chapter 6 Access Point Management

    Chapter 6 Access Point Management This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Access Point's "Management" Features. Overview This Chapter covers the following features, available on the Wireless Access Point’s Manage- ment menu.  Admin Login  Auto Config/Update ...
  • Page 72 Wireless Access Point User Guide Data - Admin Login Screen Login Admin User Name Enter the login name for the Administrator. Change Admin Password If you wish to change the Admin password, check this field and enter the new login password in the fields below. Enter the desired login password.

  • Page 73: Auto Config/Update

    Access Point Management Auto Config/Update To reach this screen, select Auto Config/Update in the Management section of the menu. Figure 59: Auto Config/Auto Update Screen Data - Auto Config/Auto Update Screen Auto Config Perform Auto Con- If checked, this AP will perform Auto Configuration. figuration on this AP Respond to Auto- If checked, this AP will respond to other AP’s "Auto Configura-...

  • Page 74: Config File

    Wireless Access Point User Guide 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 60: Config File Screen Data - Config File Screen Backup...
  • Page 75 Access Point Management Defaults Revert to factory To erase the current settings and restore the original factory default settings default settings, click Set to Defaults button. Note!  This will terminate the current connection. The Access Point will be unavailable until it has restarted. ...

  • Page 76: Snmp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide 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 61: SNMP Screen Data - SNMP Screen General SNMP...
  • Page 77 Access Point Management Select the private protocol as required. Private Protocol Enter the private key here. Private Key Managers Any Station The IP address of the manager station is not checked. Only this station The IP address is checked, and must match the address you enter in the IP address field provided.

  • Page 78: Log Settings

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Log Settings 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: Syslog Settings Screen Data - Syslog Settings Screen Select the desired Option: Syslog Server ...
  • Page 79 Access Point Management Enter the desired length of the log queue. The default is 20 Log Queue Length entries. Enter the preferred value between 60 and 600, which deter- Log Time Threshold mine how often the log will be emailed to you. Normally, this can be left at the default value.

  • Page 80: Firmware Upgrade

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Firmware Upgrade The firmware (software) in the Wireless Access Point can be upgraded using your Web Brows- 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 63: Firmware Upgrade Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: Click the Browse button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file.

  • Page 81: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications Wireless Access Point Hardware Specifications Atheros AR9132 Radio-on-Chip Atheros AR9103 DRAM 32 Mbytes Flash ROM 8 Mbytes 1 x Auto-MDIX RJ 45 for 10/100/1000Mbps PoE port LAN port IEEE 802.3af compliance Embedded Atheros solution Network Standard IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi™) and IEEE 802.11g compliance OFDM;...

  • Page 82: Software Specifications

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Software Specifications Feature Details  Access point support Wireless  Roaming supported  IEEE 802.11n/11g/11b compliance  Auto Sensing Open System / Share Key authentication  Wireless Channels Support  Automatic Wireless Channel Selection  Country Selection ...
  • Page 83 Appendix A - Specifications  Statistics support  SNMP v1 & v2c & v3  LLTD  Only wired users to be able to control  Auto configuration  DHCP client Other Features  WINS client  Radius client  Enable/Disable wireless ...

  • Page 84: Appendix B Troubleshooting

    Appendix B Troubleshooting 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 85 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Solution 2 Check the following:  The SSID and WEP settings on the PC match the settings on the Wire- less Access Point.  On the PC, the wireless mode is set to "Infrastructure"  If using the Access Control feature, the PC's name and address is in the Trusted Stations list.

  • Page 86: 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 87 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP Figure 66: 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 88: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Nt4.0

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 67: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below. Figure 68: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address...
  • Page 89 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP Select the network card for your LAN. 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 90: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows 2000

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000 Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. Right click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 69: Network Configuration (Win 2000) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
  • Page 91 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP 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 92: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Xp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP Select Control Panel - Network Connection. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 71: Network Configuration (Windows XP) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
  • Page 93 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP 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 94: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Vista

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista Select Control Panel - Network Connections. Right click the Local Area Connection Status and choose Properties. Click Continue to the User Account Control dialog box, then you should see a screen like the following: Figure 73: Network Configuration (Windows Vista) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
  • Page 95 Appendix C - Windows TCP/IP Figure 74: TCP/IP Properties (Windows Vista) 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 96: 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 97 Appendix D - About Wireless LANs 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. This capability is called Roaming. (Access Points do not have or require Roaming capabilities.) Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.
  • Page 98 Wireless Access Point User Guide  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 WPA standard. Keys are automatically generated, so no key input is required.

  • Page 99: Appendix E Command Line Interface

    Appendix E Command Line Interface Overview If desired, the Command Line Interface (CLI) can be used for configuration. This creates the possibility of creating scripts to perform common configuration changes. The CLI requires a Telnet connection to the Wireless Access Point. Using the CLI - Telnet Start your Telnet client, and establish a connection to the Access Point.
  • Page 100 Wireless Access Point User Guide get channel Display Radio Channel get country Display Country/Domain get defaultkey Display Default Key Index get description Display Access Point Description get dhcp Display DHCP Mode get dhcpserverendip Display DHCP Server End IP Address get dhcpserverstartip Display DHCP Server start IP Address get dnsserver Display IP Address of DNS Server...
  • Page 101 Appendix E - Command Line Interface get radiusport Display RADIUS Port Number get radiussecret Display RADIUS Shared Secret get remoteptmp Display PTMP's Remote MAC Address List get remoteptp Display PTP's Remote MAC Address get roguedetect Display Rogue AP Detection Mode get rogueinteval Display Interval of Every Rogue AP Detection get roguelegal...
  • Page 102 Wireless Access Point User Guide get time Display Current System Time get timezone Display Time Zone Setting get uptime Display Access Point Up Time get username Display Login User Name get vapname Display Virtual AP Name get version Display Firmware Version get vlan Display VLAN Operational State get vlanid...
  • Page 103 Appendix E - Command Line Interface set dot1xdynkeylife Set 802.1x Dynamic Key Life Time (in Minutes) set dot1xkeytype Set 802.1x Distribute Key Method set fragthreshold Set Fragment Threshold set gateway Set Gateway IP Address set groupkeyupdate Set Group Key Update Mode set groupkeyupdatein- Set Group Key Update Interval (in Minutes) terval...
  • Page 104 Wireless Access Point User Guide set roguetype Set Rogue AP Definition set rtsthreshold Set RTS/CTS Threshold set security Set Wireless Security Mode set shortpreamble Set Short Preamble set snmpreadcommu- Set SNMP Read Community nity set snmpwritecommu- Set SNMP Write Community nity set snmpmode Set SNMP Mode...
  • Page 105 Appendix E - Command Line Interface factoryrestore Restore to Default Factory Settings apply To make the changes take effect exit Quit the telnet...

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