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TRENDnet TEW-310APBX User Manual

2.4 ghz wireless access point + bridge
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TEW-310APB
TEW-310APBX
2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point + Bridge
User's Guide
Rev. 11222002

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  • Page 1 TEW-310APB TEW-310APBX 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point + Bridge User's Guide Rev. 11222002...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1.Package Contents 2.Introduction 3.Wireless Basics 4.Getting Started 5.Using the Configuration Utility 6.Troubleshooting 7.Networking Basics 8.Technical Specifications 9. Contacting Technical Support...
  • Page 3 Replacing the antenna with high gain antenna You can also replace one of the antennas with a higher gain TRENDnet antenna (4dBi Indoor Omni Directional, 6dBi Indoor Patch Directional, or 14dBi Outdoor Directional). At default, both antennas are transmitting/receiving data. When installing the high gain antenna, you can choose to install it on either the left or right antenna position.

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    1. Package Contents Fig. 1.1 TEW-310APB Contents TEW-310APB/TEW-310APBX Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Access Point 2 Detachable Antennas (TEW-310APBX only) Power Supply 5V DC, 2.0A Manual on CD Quick Installation Guide Ethernet Cable Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the TEW-310APB will cause damage and void the warranty for If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Unlike most 802.11b access points, the TEW-310APB is capable of data transfer speeds up to 22 Mbps (compared to the standard 11 Mbps) when used with other TRENDnet products such as the TEW-301PC PCMCIA CardBus Adapter and TEW-303PI Wireless PCI Adapter.

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    Features and Benefits Up to 2X Faster than regular 802.11b Products - high-speed wireless data transfer rates up to 22Mbps. With twice the data rate and capacity, the TEW-310APB delivers media rich content such as digital images, videos, and MP3 files much faster than standard 802.11b networks Fully 802.11b Compatible Fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b standard and interoperable with all existing 802.11b compliant devices Improved Performance Up to 20% faster data transfer rates on standard...

  • Page 7: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators LED stands for Light-Emitting-Diode. The TEW-310APB has three LEDs: Link Power - Solid red light indicates receiving power TX/RX (Wireless Network) - Solid green light indicates wireless connection enabled, blinking green indicates wireless network activity Link (Ethernet Port) - Solid green light indicates good Ethernet connection on the RJ-45 port, blinking green indicates Ethernet port activity Power...

  • Page 8: Wireless Basics

    3. Wireless Basics TRENDware wireless products are based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or wherever a wireless network is available. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the TRENDware wireless family of products will allow you to access the data you want, when and where you want it.
  • Page 9 Network Expansion - Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go. Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for Wireless LAN hardware might be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle costs will be significantly lower.
  • Page 10 1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless Access Point and your receiving device to a minimum - Each wall or ceiling can reduce your TRENDnet Wireless product's range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your Access Points, Internet Routers, and computers so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Address, one or more of the devices may not be visible on the network. An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point. The Infrastructure Network example shown on the below contains the following TRENDnet network devices: Wireless Access Point (TEW-310APB) (DHCP enabled at default)
  • Page 12 If you already have a DHCP server (e.g. Internet Router) on the network, please disable the DHCP Server function on the TEW-310APB. If you are connecting a desktop computer in your network, you can install the TRENDnet TEW-303PI wireless PCI adapter into an available PCI slot. with the TEW-303PI...

  • Page 13: Using The Configuration Utility

    5. Using the Configuration Menu The Configuration Menu for the TEW-310APB is web-based. When using the configuration program, please consider the following: You will need a JavaScript-enabled web-browser such as the Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher, or the Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher. The computer that you are using for initial configuration must setup to receive IP address from DHCP server (or have an IP Address within the same range as the IP Address of the TEW-310APB).
  • Page 14 If you have changed the IP Address of the TEW-310APB to conform to a network other than one with TRENDnet devices, at their default setting, then input that IP Address in the web browser, instead of the default IP Address shown.)
  • Page 15 Basic Settings you can make changes to the following items: AP name SSID Channel WEP Key Mode AP Name: You may choose to rename your Access Point, especially if you have more than one Access Point on your network. SSID: (Service Set Identifier) “default” is the factory setting. The SSID is a unique name that identifies a network.
  • Page 16 Click Apply if you have made any changes or additions. Click Cancel to discard the changes. IP Settings Click on this tab to change device's IP Addresses. The default IP Address is 192.168.1.1 LAN IP: If you have a DHCP Server, such as an Internet Router, on the network, click Obtain IP Automatically.
  • Page 17 Advanced Settings AP Mode There are 4 modes available. AP: Access Point mode. Bridge wireless clients to wired Ethernet network. AP Client: Acts as a wireless client and connects to a remote Access Point. This is used to convert an Ethernet device to Wireless Client.
  • Page 18 RTS Threshold: This value should remain at its default setting of 2,432. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to the value range between 256 and 2,432 are recommended. Fragmentation: This value should remain at its default setting of 2,346. If you experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase your Fragmentation Threshold within the value range of 256 to 2,346.
  • Page 19 Security Password: Change the login User Name and Password in this screen. Administrator ID: This is the login User Name for the browser configuration. Default is admin, you can enter a name with up to 15 characters. AP Password New: Enter the new password (up to 15 characters).
  • Page 20 Tools Backup Settings: The current device settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive by clicking Backup and then follow the instructions on the screen to save the configuration file to desired Fig. 5.8 Restore Settings: The saved settings can be loaded back on the TEW- 310APB by entering the correct path or clicking Browse and locate the correct saved file location.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    6. Troubleshooting Based on Windows XP Operating System This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the TEW-310APB Wireless Access Point. We cover various aspects of the network setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are having problems.
  • Page 22 2. The wireless client cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode. Make sure the wireless client is associated and joined with the correct Access Point. To check this connection: Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the taskbar> select View Available Wireless Networks.
  • Page 23 3. Check that the drivers for the network adapters are installed properly. You may be using different network adapters than those illustrated here, but this procedure will remain the same, regardless of the type of network adapters you are using. Go to Start Right-click on My Computer Click Properties...
  • Page 24 Double-click on Network Adapters Right-click on 22M Wireless Cardbus Adapter Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly. Look under Device Status and check that the device is working properly. Click OK to close this window. Fig. 6.5 Fig.
  • Page 25 After you have tried other methods for troubleshooting your network, you may choose to Reset the TEW-310APB to the factory default settings. Remember that TRENDnet wireless products network together, out of the box, at the factory default settings. To hard-reset the TRENDnet TEW-310APB to Factory Default Settings,...

  • Page 26: Networking Basics

    7. Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using Microsoft Windows XP. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network Connections Select Set up a home or small office network Fig.
  • Page 27 Please follow all the instructions in this window: Click Next In the following window, select the best description of your computer. If your computer connects to the Internet through a gateway/router, select the second option as shown. Click Next Fig. 7.2 Fig.
  • Page 28 Enter a Computer description and a Computer name. Click Next (Note: Each computer should have a unique Computer name) Enter a Workgroup name. All computers on your network should have the same Workgroup name. Click Next Fig. 7.4 Fig. 7.5...
  • Page 29 Please wait while the wizard applies the changes. When the changes are complete, click Next. Please wait while the wizard configures the computer. This may take a few minutes. Fig. 7.6 Fig. 7.7...
  • Page 30 In the window below, select the best option. In this example, Create a Network Setup Disk has been selected. You will run this disk on each of the computers on your network. Click Next. Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A: Format the disk if you wish, and click Next.
  • Page 31 Please wait while the wizard copies the files. Please read the information under Here's how in the screen below. After you complete the Network Setup Wizard you will use the Network Setup Disk to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your network. To continue, click Next Fig.
  • Page 32 Please read the information on this screen, then click Finish to complete the Network Setup Wizard. The new settings will take effect when you restart the computer. Click Yes to restart the computer. You have completed configuring this computer. Next, you will need to run the Network Setup Disk on all the other computers on your network.
  • Page 33 Naming your Computer To name your computer, please follow these directions: In Windows XP: Click Start (in the lower left corner of the screen) Right-click on My Computer Click Properties (If the “My computer” icon is on your desktop, you can simply right click on it and click on “Properties”) Select the Computer Name Tab in the System Properties...
  • Page 34 In this window, enter the Computer name. Select Workgroup and enter the name of the Workgroup. All computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name. Click OK Checking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Go to Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt Fig.
  • Page 35 Type Command and click OK Type ipconfig /all and hit Enter at the prompt. All the configuration settings are displayed as shown below. Type ipconfig /renew at the prompt to get a new IP Address, shown below. (Windows 98/ME users: go to Start > Run. Type Command. Type winipcfg at the prompt.
  • Page 36 Assigning a Static IP Address Note: Residential Gateways/Internet Routers will automatically assign IP Addresses to the computers on the network, using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. Gateway/Router you will not need to assign Static IP Addresses, however, you need to set the TCP/IP protocol to automatically obtain IP. F you are not using a DHCP capable Gateway/Router, or you need to assign a Static IP Address, please follow these instructions: Go to Start...
  • Page 37 Right-click on Local Area Connections. Click Properties Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Click Properties Fig. 7.23 Fig. 7.24...
  • Page 38 Select Use the following IP address in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, Input your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP Addresses on your network must be within the same range. For example, if one computer has an IP Address of 192.168.0.2, the other computers should have IP Addresses that are between 192.168.0.3 and 192.168.0.254.
  • Page 39 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XP To be able to connect to a wireless network, make sure the proper network settings are configured for TEW-303PI. Go to Start > right-click on My Network Places > Select Properties > double- click on the Wireless Network Connection associated with the 22M...
  • Page 40 Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using a static IP address in Windows XP. Select Use the following IP address - if the Wireless Router or Access Point does not have a DHCP server enabled. Input a static IP address within the same range as the Wireless Router or Access Point.
  • Page 41 Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using a DHCP server in Windows 2000. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Select Obtain DNS server address automatically. Click OK Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using static IP address in Windows 2000.
  • Page 42 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Me and 98 Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > Double-click on the Network associated with the 22M Wireless Adapter > click Properties > select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) > click Properties Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using a DHCP server in Windows Me and 98.
  • Page 43 Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or Access Point using a static IP address in Windows Me or Windows 98. Select Specify an IP address. Input a static IP address within the same IP Address range as the wireless router or access point.
  • Page 44 For Windows Me and 98: Go to Start > Run > type command. A window similar to Fig. 7.36 will appear. Type ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, where xxx is the IP address of the Wireless Router or Access Point. A good wireless connection will show four replies from the wireless router or access point, as...

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    8. Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3u Ports (1) 10/100Base-T Ethernet, RJ-45 (UTP) (1) Power 5V DC, 2.0A Network Management Web-Based browser with JavaScript Frequency Range 2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz, Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Data Rates (Mbps : Channel) 22 : PBCC 11 : PBCC/CCK 5.5: PBCC/CCK...
  • Page 46 Dimensions 140 x 113 x 38 mm (5.51 x 4.45 x 1.50 inches) (antenna folded) 140 x 113 x 108 mm (5.51 x 4.45 x 4.25 inches) (antenna fully erected) Weight 213 grams (7.5 Oz.) Temperature Operating: -10ºC to 55ºC (14ºF to 131ºF) Storing: -20ºC to 65ºC (-4ºF to 149ºF) Humidity: 5%-95%, non-condensing...

  • Page 47: Contacting Technical Support

    9. Contacting Technical Support You can find the most recent software and user documentation on the TRENDware website www.trendware.com TRENDware provides free technical support for customers within the United States for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S.

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