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LAN-HELPER
IEEE802.11a/g conform
54Mbps wireless LAN Micro Access Point
FX-DS540-APDL-U
User's Manual
CONTEC CO.,LTD.

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  • Page 1 LAN-HELPER IEEE802.11a/g conform 54Mbps wireless LAN Micro Access Point FX-DS540-APDL-U User’s Manual CONTEC CO.,LTD.
  • Page 2 Check Your Package Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product. The product consists of the items listed below. Check, with the following list, that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer. Product Configuration List - Main unit …1...
  • Page 3 No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 4 Trademarks ............................ii Terminology/Abbreviations......................ii Table of Contents..........................iii BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT About the FX-DS540-APDL-U......................1 Features ............................1 Outline of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series .................... 2 Features of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series..................2 Introduction to the FLEXLAN DS540 Series ................4 Customer Support ..........................
  • Page 5 SETUP PREPARATION Setup Methods ..........................37 Setup Using a Web Browser......................38 Connecting to the Web Browser PC..................39 Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U ..................39 Setup Using TELNET........................40 Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U ..................40 TELNET Key Operation......................42 Explanation of Top Menu and IP Settings ................43 SETUP AND STATUS DISPLAY Setup Item List..........................
  • Page 6 WWW brouser ........................... 71 Terminal............................. 72 Product Specifications ........................74 Physical Specifications ......................74 Software Specifications ......................75 Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX-DS540-APDL-U ........75 External Dimensions........................76 LEDs ..............................77 During Normal Operation......................77 Others............................78 Input/Output Interface ........................78 Pin Assignment for UTP Port....................
  • Page 7 FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 8: Before Using The Product

    This chapter provides information you should know before using the FX-DS540-APDL-U. About the FX-DS540-APDL-U The FX-DS540-APDL-U is a wireless LAN Access point. It conforms to the wireless LAN standard specification IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g. The FX-DS540-APDL-U operates in the 5 or 2.4-GHz radio frequency band.

  • Page 9: Outline Of The Flexlan-Ds540 Series

    The FLEXLAN DS540 series can communicate, using basic features, with a Wi-Fi compliant device such as a non-FLEXLAN wireless LAN card, wireless LAN integrated notebook PC. With this feature, you can get the most out of wireless LAN resources. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 10 Even when a wireless terminal with a fixed IP address assigned moves to (roam) a segment different in IP beyond the router, you can continue communication without making changes to settings. Station feature Two wired LANs can be interconnected between an access point and a station. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 11: Introduction To The Flexlan Ds540 Series

    WIRELESS LAN CARD FX-DS540-PCD Figure 1.2. User unit Access point (FX-DS540-APW/AP/APP/APDL/APL) The access point is used to manage the wireless network, relay messages, and serve as the bridge to a wired LAN. FX-DS540-APW/APP FX-DS540-AP WLAN POWER FX-DS540-APDL/APL Figure 1.3. Access point FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 12: Customer Support

    You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in several languages. Note! For product information Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price, delivery time, or estimate information. Limited One-Year Warranty CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD.

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    Contact your local retailer or CONTEC if the product has trouble such as recurrent radio interface with mobile-identification local radio stations or specific low-power radio stations.

  • Page 14: Precautions Related To Electromagnetic Interference

    This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 15: Handling Precautions

    Do not attempt to modify this device. The manufacturer will bear no responsibility whatsoever for the device if it has been modified. Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever (including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this CONTEC product or the information contained herein.

  • Page 16: Environment

    When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form. (1) Wrap it in the packing material, then put it in the box. (2) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock, vibration, magnetism, and static electricity. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 17 1. Before Using the Product FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 18: Functions And Wireless Link Mode

    In the following example, the signals from the APs do not cover the entire range in which the mobile station UU1 moves and therefore the connection to the wired LAN is lost when UU1 is in position (2). AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL) UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.1. Roaming Function 1 FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 19 2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode With the addition of an extra AP, however, the mobile station can now continue communications seamlessly. WLAN POWER AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL) UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.2. Roaming Function 2 FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 20 B. Router Router Network B Network A WLAN W LAN POWER POW ER To PC1 data is transmitted. Roaming beyond router Moves AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL) UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.3. IP Tunneling Function FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 21: Mac Address Filtering

    AP but UU3 cannot. To permit UU3 to log in to the AP, the AP’s administrator has to add the UU3’s MAC address to the MAC address filtering list for that AP. Registered MAC Network A addresses AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL) UU : User unit(FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.4. MAC address filtering FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 22: Bridge Packet Control

    Bridge packet control is suitable for a wireless LAN constructed in a public space. Router WL AN WL AN L AN L AN P OWE R POWE R AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL) UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.6. Bridge Packet Control (with MAC address not registered) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 23: Wireless Link Mode Descriptions

    (2) If the IP tunneling function is used, communication can continue via different routers without needing to change IP address. (3) Allows log-in restrictions on unit type AP's (security function). (4) Capable of improving security based on WSL (Wireless Security Link) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 24: Compatible Infrastructure Mode

    Standard Infrastructure mode. As the roaming function is supported, the wireless terminal can log in to any unit type AP within the coverage. The unit type AP does not provide FX-DS540-APDL-U’s unique features as it works as a simple bridge. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 25: Advanced Infrastructure Mode

    (logged in with) an AP. Figure 2.9. Advanced Infrastructure Mode The terminal set to the Standard Infrastructure mode can use the FX-DS540-APDL-U’s unique features. The terminal set to the Compatible Infrastructure mode serves as a simple bridge and thus cannot use the FX-DS540-APDL-U’s unique features.

  • Page 26: Wireless Link Mode And Communications

    3. ST indicates an “AP managed by (logged in to) another AP” which operates in the same way as a user unit. See Chapter 5 for details of the setup procedure. Table 2.1. Wireless Link Mode and Communications Terminal able to communicate AP Wireless Link Mode AP⇔UU AP⇔ST Standard Infrastructure Compatible Infrastructure × Advanced Infrastructure FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 27: Comparison Of Main Functions

    2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode Comparison of Main Functions The FX-DS540-APDL-U has three wireless link modes. The available functions are different for each mode. The following shows a table of the relationship between the operating modes and main functions and gives a brief explanation of each function.
  • Page 28 IEEE802.1X(EAP-TLS) This function performs authentication using digital certificates. After authentication, the AP dynamically broadcasts the WEP key. The function of IEEE802.1X cannot be used when the unit type of the AP is “station”. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 29 2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 30: Setup

    This chapter describes how to install the AP and points to note when installing. Component Locations Front Side WLAN POWER Ground terminal Power plug Ventilation slits UTP connector DIP switch Notes : Not cover the ventilation slits because of misoperation caused by overheating. Figure 3.1. Component Locations FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 31 AP’s settings to their factory defaults the next time the AP is started. Turning this switch on, operating can be done without setting the IP address on the AP IP LESS In this time, you cannot use the setup by WWW browser or SNMP agent function. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 32: Checking The Network Addresses

    - Plug diameter : 4.0mm (external diameter), 1.7mm (internal diameter) CAUTION Use either the AC power supply or DC power supply on the FX-DS540-APDL-U. Using both power supplies at the same time may damage the AP. Checking the Network Addresses The Ethernet MAC address and IP address are defined on the housing seal (on the bottom) of this product.

  • Page 33: Main Unit

    Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside. WARNING Do not install this product downward or on a ceiling. It can be overheated inside to catch fire. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 34: Attaching Using A Magnet

    3. Setup Attaching Using a Magnet The magnet provided with the FX-DS540-APDL-U makes it easy to attach or remove the AP from metal surfaces such as steel partitions or desks. CAUTION Do not place magnets near monitors, floppy disks, or other sensitive objects.

  • Page 35: Table Top Installation

    (5cm). As far as possible, locate the unit in a high place with an unobstructed view as this gives better radio transmission and reception performance and increases the operating range. CAUTION Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 36: Cable Installation

    When connecting with a personal computer (NIC) or hub up-link port, use a UTP cross cable (TP-X). (1) Connect the UTP cable (straight-through cable) to the UTP port in a hub or bridge. (2) Connect the other end of the UTP cable to the UTP port on the FX-DS540-APDL-U. WLAN...

  • Page 37: Power Supply Connection

    Do not connect the AP-side UTP cable of the POW-CBM4 to a device such as a hub as doing so can cause a device fault or accident. The power supply cannot be done by the power supply separator unit POW-SP20. Doing so may result in a failure in the device or an accident. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 38: Sheet Metal For Securing Dc Jack

    3. Setup Ground the FX-DS540-APDL-U Remove the rubber plug from the ground terminal on the main unit and connect a ground wire to the terminal using the bundled external-toothed screw. Remove the rubber feet. Figure 3.8. Ground the FX-D540-APDL Securing the DC jack Using the DC jack retaining bracket as a standard accessory stops the DC jack from being removed when the DC cable is loaded to be pulled, preventiing the power from being shut off abruptly.

  • Page 39: Installation In A Network

    3. Setup Installation in a Network This section describes how to install the FX-DS540-APDL-U to construct a network with improved performance and discusses the general features and radio characteristics of the wireless LAN as well as the guidelines for constructing the network.

  • Page 40: Operating Environment And Radio Waves

    Rarely, however, the date rate is reduced and, in the worst case, communication is disabled temporarily. In such cases, change the location of this product and the channel used for communication. This may solve the problem. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 41: Constructing A Network

    (9) Floors often contain steel beams or metal firewalls and therefore communication between floors is often not possible. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 42 F& eI Notebook PC with FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2 PC with FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2 WLA N L A N P O W E R W LA N F& eI L A N P O WE R F & eI FX-DS540-APDL/APL Figure 3.10. Use example FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 43 3F file server while roaming on the 1st floor away from the 3rd floor router. To keep the various APs separated, the APs on different floors are installed on opposite sides of the building so that they are not directly above or below each other. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 44: Setup Preparation

    This setup assumes that the IP address of the AP and that of the PC used for setup belong to the same network group. It is necessary to connect the setting device to this product directly. Cumbersome text-only interface. FX-DS540-APDL/APL Browser, TELNET W L AN L AN POWER F&e I Figure 4.1. Setup image FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 45: Setup Using A Web Browser

    AP from a web browser but this requires that you change the IP address of the PC to be in the same network group as the AP’s IP address (when finished, set the IP address back to its original value). Supported web browsers (recommended) Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher Netscape Navigator 6 or higher FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 46: Connecting To The Web Browser Pc

    Remember to change the proxy setting back when you have finished setting up the AP. Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U To connect the web browser to the AP, the IP address of the PC on which you run the web browser must be in the same network group as the IP address of the AP.

  • Page 47: Setup Using Telnet

    Figure 4.2. Example of TELNET Setting Screen Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U For connecting the PC for setup to the AP using TELNET, the PC’s IP address and the AP’s IP address must belong to the same network group.
  • Page 48 (4) When password is entered correctly, TOP menu is displayed. Figure 4.4. TOP menu CAUTION The console program uses the “Shift-JIS” character set for Kanji codes. If characters do not display correctly, check the Kanji code setting for the terminal. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 49: Telnet Key Operation

    Escape from the current operation Return to previous menu Jump to the specified category Change to Japanese mode (SHIFT-JIS) Change to English mode Save settings BYE / OFF H or ? Display a list of commands (Help screen) Figure 4.5. Help Screen FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 50: Explanation Of Top Menu And Ip Settings

    Send the settings file or firmware from the PC (terminal) to the AP and 7.Upload update on the AP. Restore all AP settings to their factory defaults. The IP address can be 8.Default excluded. 9.Status Use this command to check the AP settings. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 51 [BYE] or return to the top menu and select [1. Exit] to disconnect the terminal. After restarting the AP, setting is enable. This completes network setup. You can now use a web browser for setup and perform network management using SNMP. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 52: Setup And Status Display

    Language setting Password Ethernet Port speed Link down sense Wireless LAN Basis Interface Wireless LAN standard Wireless Link Mode Standard Compatible Advanced Unit type Station Station AP fixation Details ESSID Channel number Transmission rate Beacon transmission rate Transmission output FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 53 Size / Key 1 to 4 MAC address filtering ESSID security IEEE802.1X IEEE802.1X function Re-authentication interval Radius server IP address list (1 to 4) Port number ESSID Shared secret Extensions Bridge packet control Network time Function IP address Time zone FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 54 When connecting a station to the AP in the Advanced Infrastructure mode, set the station to the Standard Infrastructure mode. When the AP is set as a station in compatible infrastructure mode, only one PC is connected to the station. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 55: Settings

    The application type of the access point can be set by selecting “normal”, “master”, or “backup”. The “master” device integrates access points on the network and the “backup” device substitutes for the master AP if the master AP stops working for some reason. Factory default setting : Normal FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 56: Ethernet

    To change the wireless LAN standard (IEEE802.11a/802.11b/802.11g), wireless connection mode, and unit type, take three steps of “Basic” -> “Details” -> “Security” to make their respective settings. For any other item, you can change the setting on under “Details” or “Security”. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 57 Access Points that are operating as stations. “Station” means the Access Point is managed by (logs in to) another Access Point and is set when the Access Point is used as a bridge or similar. Factory default setting : Access point FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 58 “Auto”. Factory default setting : 6Mbps (Wireless Lan standard is IEEE802.11a) Transmission output You can decrease the transmission output to “50%” or “25%” by software setting. To decrease the output, select either. Factory default setting : MAX FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 59 “Station”. In general, set this item to connect the unit to a receive-only device such as a POS terminal. The factory default indicates no setting (00-00-00-00-00-00). When specifying a MAC address, enter a hyphen (-) at intervals of two bytes. (Example: 01-23-45-67-89-ab) Factory default setting : 00-00-00-00-00-00 FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 60 AP1 to AP5, to any other AP. To prohibit connection to any access point other than the prioritized APs, disable “Connect to other APs”. Factory default setting : AP1 to AP5 …00-00-00-00-00-00 Connect to other APs … Enabled FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 61 Enabling this function rejects access by ANY ID terminals (those with on ESSID assigned) and hides the AP’s ESSID from external references to the access point. Using the function restricts illegal access using ANY ID and prevents the ESSID from being easily known to third parties. Factory default setting : Disable FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 62: Ieee802.1X

    You can specify the network in which to share files by editing the bridge packet control list. Register the MAC address of the router that permits the clients to share files. When specifying the MAC address, enter a hyphen (-) at intervals of two bytes. (Example: 01-23-45-67-89-ab) Factory default setting : Disable FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 63: Snmp

    Enter a string of up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric characters. The community name is case sensitive. Factory default setting : public Access permission Set the access permission for the community. Select “Read/Write” or “Read Only”. The factory default setting is “Read/Write”. Factory default setting : Read / Write FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 64 Factory default setting : (Not input) Device name Specify the device name of the AP under SNMP. Enter a string of up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric characters. The device name is case sensitive. Factory default setting : (Not input) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 65: Log Function

    5. Setup and Status Display Log function The FX-DS540-APDL-U can preserve log information. See Chapter 6 for details of the logged data and data collection methods. Log function This specifies whether or not to enable logging. The collected log data (2048 at Max.) is stored in internal memory.

  • Page 66: Status Display

    The browser displays wireless LAN information, wireless packet statistical information, and Wireless node information. MAC address table The browser displays information on the user units and stations that have been logged in to the AP. Log information The browser displays log information recorded in the AP. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 67 5. Setup and Status Display FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 68: Meintenance

    The following example shows how to get the log file using the FTP command coming standard with Windows. Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to get the log file.The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15. C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ----------- (1) ftp>get logfile ----------- (2) ftp>bye ----------- (3) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 69: Saving The Settings File

    Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to get the settings file. The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15. C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ------------ (1) ftp>put config ------------ (2) ftp>get macflist ftp>get brgflist ftp>bye ------------ (3) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 70: Restoring The Software Settings

    CONFIG. When the bridge packet control function is in use, BRGFLIST must be transferred along with CONFIG. If both of the functions are in use, the above example is replaced by the following: C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ------------ (1) ftp>put config ------------ (2) ftp>put macflist ftp>put brgflist ftp>quote crst ------------ (3) ftp>bye ------------ (4) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 71: Upgrading The Firmware

    The AP firmware may be upgraded to resolve any bugs found in the software or to add new functions. Contact CONTEC via our web site for details of the latest firmware. The firmware is stored the AP memory with the following file name.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    To use the AP in an infrastructure mode, use the user unit in the infrastructure mode as well. Check whether communication is restricted by security functions. Check whether the data encryption setting is the same as that of the recipient. Communication cannot be performed while data encryption is being switched between ON (enabled) and OFF (disabled). FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 73: When You Cannot Perform Setup Using A Browser

    Check whether the Power LED is flashing. If the power LED is still flashing more than 5 minutes after the power is switched on, the problem may be an AP firmware failure. In this case, contact your retailer. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 74: Appecdix

    8. Appecdix 8. Appecdix Factory Default Settings List Hardware Setup FX-DS540-APDL-U switch1 : OFF switch 2 : OFF Figure 8.1. DIP Switch Initial setup Table 8.1. Initial setup list (1/4) Setting item Setting contents(First default) <Base setting> (Blank) Host name (Enter a string of up to 16 single-byte alphanumeric characters.)
  • Page 75 Key WSL hexadecimal value (0 to 9, a to f or A to F) Transmission output MAX, 50%(-3dB), 25%(-6dB) AP MAC address filtering Disable, Enable [List edit : MAX 8192 entries] 11g: The function when selecting IEEE802.11g. The function when unit type is access point. The function when unit type is station. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 76 RADIUS server4, Shared secret (Single-byte alphanumeric characters can be up to 128 characters long. Encryption key to use between authentication server.) 11g: The function when selecting IEEE802.11g. The function when unit type is access point. The function when unit type is station. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 77 Log setting in detail log-out ON, OFF Log setting in detail log-in rejection ON, OFF Log setting in detail Roaming ON, OFF 11g: The function when selecting IEEE802.11g. The function when unit type is access point. The function when unit type is station. FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 78: Setup / Status Items List

    |− Details |_ Security |− IEEE802.1X |− Extensions |− Function |− SNMP |− Log function |_ Setup list Status |− Environmental information |− Interface |− Wireless LAN |− MAC address table |_ Log information Meintenance |− Firware version up FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 79: Terminal

    | |− Prioritized APs 5 | |_ Connect to other APs |− Statistic node address |− Maximum number of logged in devices |− Broadcasting speed control |− Broadcasting transmission speed |− Broadcasting transmission retry count |− Broadcasting band |− Beacon transmission speed FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 80 | |− Transmission rate | |− Receiving rate | |− RSSI | |− Integrated information | |− Wireless node table | |− Access point administration | |− Integrated information | |− Access point table | |_ Station table |− MAC address table FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 81: Product Specifications

    8. Appecdix Product Specifications Physical Specifications Table 8.2. Product Specifications Specification FX-DS540-APDL-U Wired Ethernet standard IEEE802.3(10BASE-T) IEEE802.3u(100BASE-TX) Data transmission speed 10/100Mbps unit Access method CSMA/CD Communication type Half Duplex, Full Duplex Number of ports 1(10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Wireless IEEE802.11a Transmission format IEEE802.11a standard OFDM...

  • Page 82: Software Specifications

    Specification FX-DS540-APDL-U Protocols IP(RFC791), ICMP(RFC792), UDP(RFC768), TCP(RFC793,896), ARP(RFC826), HTTPD(RFC1866), TELNET(RFC), FTPD(RFC959), TFTP(RFC783,906), DHCP(RFC2131) Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX-DS540-APDL-U Table 8.4. Environmental Specifications (Environmental Specs) Specification FX-DS540-APDL-U DC supply voltage(Input) 3.3VDC±5% 1.3A(Max.) (AC adapter(bundled)) Operating temperature 0 to 50°C Operating humidity...

  • Page 83: External Dimensions

    8. Appecdix External Dimensions WLAN POWER Figure 8.2. External Dimensions(FX-DS540-APDL-U) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 84: Leds

    8. Appecdix LEDs Front WLAN WLAN POWER POWER Figure 8.3. FX-DS540-APDL-U(Front) During Normal Operation Table 8.6. During Normal Operation Name Status Indicator POWER Indicates that the device is operating. Flashing Indicates that the device is being started (going to operate after the power switch was turned on) Indicates that a wired LAN has been connected.

  • Page 85: Others

    Table 8.9. UTP Port Pin Assignments Pin.No Signal TD + TD - RD + Not used * Not used * RD - Not used * Not used * * : When supplying the power form UTP cable. 4, 7pin LANVCC(+24) 5, 8pin LANGND(0V) FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 86: Comparison To Flexlan Ds110 Series Terminology

    Standard Infrastructure if-std Standard Mode Compatible Infrastructure if-comp Interconnection Mode Advanced Infrastructure if-adv Integrated mode, Standard Mode + Interconnection Mode, Interconnection Mode Plus Simple Adhoc ad-simp Simple Mode, Adhoc Compatible Adhoc ad-comp Compatible Adhoc Wireless Security Link WEP, Standard Mode FX-DS540-APDL-U...

  • Page 87: Glossary

    It can be used to connect networks having different protocols, or when data for broadcast to all computers is received, can send this to all connected networks. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 88 This term has the same meaning as roaming for a portable phone or PHS. The AP is in the role commonly called the 'antenna/base station' for the phone or PHS, and the user unit is in the role of the phone itself. FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 89 L I N WR X WR X W L I N K W L I N K WE R P O WE R L I N K W R X WL I N K P O W E R FX-DS540-APDL-U...
  • Page 91 Atheros, ABG and Total 802.11 are trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc. CONTEC CO.,LTD is using the Atheros trademarks with permission from and on behalf of Atheros Communications, Inc. FX-DS540-APDL-U User’s Manual CONTEC CO., LTD. July 2007 Edition 3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/...

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