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- Page 1 Skyline Skyline 802.11a Access Point User's Guide...
- Page 2 Limited Warranty, Disclaimer, Limitation Of Liability For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the retail customer, Proxim warrants the Skyline 802.11a Access Point against defects in materials and workmanship. Proxim will not honor this warranty if there has been any attempt to tamper with or remove the product’s external foil label.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction .................. 5 System Requirements ..................6 The Product Package ..................6 Access Point Overview ................... 7 Top Panel LEDs ..................7 Status LED ..................7 Wireless LED ..................8 Ethernet LED ..................8 Rear Panel ....................8 Ethernet Port ..................8 Ethernet Link/Activity LED ..............8 Power Port ..................8 Wireless Network Topologies .................9... - Page 4 Dynamic WEP Key Entry ..............22 Enable Repeat .................. 22 Fragmentation .................. 23 RTS/CTS ................... 23 Security ....................24 System Access ..................25 Statistics Tab ....................26 Radio Statistics ..................26 Transmit Statistics ................26 Receive Statistics ................27 Ethernet Statistics ................. 27 Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting ................
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction The Skyline 802.11a Access Point provides a high-speed connection between a wired 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet network and an 802.11a wireless network. The Skyline 802.11a Access Point works with computers equipped with 802.11a wireless adapters to create an Infrastructure network. This network allows properly configured 802.11a wireless clients to access the features of an existing wired network. -
Page 6: System Requirements
Introduction System Requirements To begin using the Skyline 802.11a Access Point, you must have the following items installed on your local network: • A 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet switch or hub • At least one computer with an 802.11a adapter installed The Product Package Each Skyline 802.11a Access Point package includes:... -
Page 7: Access Point Overview
Introduction Access Point Overview Skyline 802.11a Access Point Model 4040 Top Panel LEDs The top panel LEDs are (from left to right) the Status, Wireless and Ethernet LEDs. Status LED The Status LED gives information about the Access Point, as outlined in this table. -
Page 8: Wireless Led
Ethernet network. Power Port Connect the power supply for the Skyline 802.11a Access Point to the power port on the back panel. The voltage range for the Access Point’s power connector is 10-26 VDC. Proxim recommends that you use only the Class 2 power supply (12V, 1 Amp) -
Page 9: Wireless Network Topologies
Introduction Wireless Network Topologies The Skyline Access Point is used to extend the capability of an existing Ethernet or wired network to devices on the 802.11a wireless network. The 802.11a devices can connect to a single Access Point, or several Access Points can be configured to form a single network over a large area, allowing wireless clients to roam from one Access Point to another. -
Page 10: Roaming Between Multiple Access Points
As the mobile client seamlessly switches from cell to cell, its network connectivity is preserved. The user can move freely between the Skyline 802.11a Access Points in the network. When the roaming client leaves the transmission range of one 802.11a Access Point, the software automatically polls the other 802.11a Access Point(s) in the... -
Page 11: Guidelines For Roaming
Introduction Guidelines for Roaming • An 802.11a client can only roam between 802.11a Access Points. An 802.11a cli- ent cannot communicate with 802.11b Access Points. • All 802.11a Access Points must have the same SSID. • All workstations with 802.11a client adapters installed must use either an SSID of “any”... -
Page 12: The Ieee 802.11A Specification
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) to achieve data rates of up to 54 Mbps. In addition, the Skyline 802.11a Access Point supports 2X Mode. This mode is not part of the IEEE 802.11a specification but it allows data rates of up to 108 Mbps. See... -
Page 13: Chapter 2 - Installation
Regulatory Warnings FCC Guidelines It is the responsibility of the installer and users of the Skyline 802.11a Access Point to guarantee that the antenna is operated at least 20 centimeters from any person. This is necessary to insure that the product is operated in accordance with the RF Guidelines for Human Exposure which have been adopted by the Federal Communications Commission. -
Page 14: Installation
Point to a wall or ceiling, see “Installation Options” on page 35 for instructions. Use a straight-through Category 5 Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the Skyline Access Point to a hub or switch on your 10/100Base-TX Ethernet network. -
Page 15: Chapter 3 - Configuration
Configure the computer you have chosen with an IP Address in the 169.254.0.0 range, so it will be on the same IP network as the Skyline Access Point. An IP Address is printed on the underside of each Skyline Access Point. - Page 16 Open a web browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 on the computer. In the Address or Location box, enter the IP Address of the Skyline Access Point (such as 169.254.16.205) and hit Enter. The Access Point’s IP Address is printed on the underside of the unit.
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Page 17: Using The Access Point's Web Configuration Tool
Configuration Using the Access Point’s Web Configuration Tool Navigate through the web configuration tool using the tabs at the top of each screen. The parameters for each configuration screen are described in this chapter. Access the web configuration tool as described in“Connecting to the Access Point”... -
Page 18: Status Tab
Proxim makes new Flash Code available for Access Points on Proxim’s Web site. You can update an Access Point’s Flash Code using an Access Point upgrade tool (which will be posted on Proxim’s Web site with new Flash Code versions). If you are experiencing a problem with your equipment, a Proxim Technical Support representative may ask you to report the device’s Flash Code version. -
Page 19: Configure Tab
Configuration Configure Tab The Configure tab displays the Configuration screens, which offer options for the Access Point’s Network, Radio, Security and System Access parameters. Network This screen is where you can set DHCP and assign IP Address information to the Access Point. -
Page 20: Ip Address
Configuration IP Address Enter an IP Address into the field provided to assign a static IP Address. Subnet Mask Enter a Subnet Mask in the field provided to assign a static Subnet Mask. Gateway IP Address Enter the IP Address of a network gateway in the field provided to assign a static default Gateway IP Address. -
Page 21: Enable 2X Mode
The IEEE 802.11a specification supports eight data rates: 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 18 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 9 Mbps, and 6 Mbps. Skyline’s 2X mode supports eight data rates: 108 Mbps, 96 Mbps, 72 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps,... -
Page 22: Wep Security
Dynamic WEP Key Entry When you select a Key Size, the appropriate WEP Key entry screen will open automatically. The Skyline Access Point can support up to four WEP Keys (all four Keys must have the same Key Size). For 64-bit encryption, a WEP Key is 10 hexadecimal digits (0-9 and A-F); for 128-bit encryption, a WEP Key is 26 hexadecimal digits (0-9 and A-F);... -
Page 23: Fragmentation
While RTS/CTS adds overhead to the radio network, it is particularly useful for large packets that take longer to resend after a collision occurs. You can configure a Skyline 802.11a Access Point to always use RTS/CTS, never use RTS/CTS, or use RTS/CTS for packets over a certain size (RTS/CTS Threshold). The RTS/ CTS Threshold supports a range between 256 and 2346 Bytes. -
Page 24: Security
Access Control prohibits unauthorized access to the Ethernet network via the wireless LAN. It contains a list of mobile clients that can either be granted or denied access to the Ethernet LAN through the Skyline network. The Access Control list can hold up to 10o entries. -
Page 25: System Access
If you would like to change the password, enter it into the Enter New Password field and Confirm New Password field. Click Submit for this change to take effect. Note: If you forget the Access Point’s Password, contact Proxim Technical Support for assistance. -
Page 26: Statistics Tab
Configuration Statistics Tab The Statistics tab allows access to the Radio and Ethernet Statistics screens. Radio Statistics The Radio Statistics provide information concerning the number of packets sent and received by an Access Point over the radio network. The following Radio Statistics are available for an 802.11a Access Point: Transmit Statistics Unicast Packets: Number of unicast packets transmitted. -
Page 27: Receive Statistics
Configuration Multiple Retries: This statistic reports the number of packets that required more • than one retry before the AP received an acknowledgment. Retries Exceeded: This statistic reports the number of packets for which the AP • did not receive an acknowledgment within the maximum number of retries. •... - Page 28 Configuration Packets Filtered: This statistic displays the number of packets that the Access • Point did not forward to the radio network because the packet’s destination was listed in the Access Point’s forwarding table as a node on the Ethernet network. •...
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Page 29: Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting
Proxim at 1-800-229-1630 and ask for the Sales Department. LED Error Codes The Status LED on the top of the Skyline 802.11a Access Point will flash red in a repeating pattern to indicate the following errors: 1 blink ..........Memory error 2 blinks ..........Flash write error... -
Page 30: Range
The IEEE 802.11a specification supports eight data rates: 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 18 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 9 Mbps, and 6 Mbps. Skyline’s 2X mode supports eight data rates: 108 Mbps, 96 Mbps, 72 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 18 Mbps, and 12 Mbps. -
Page 31: Common Problems And Solutions
No. 802.11a devices are not compatible with network. Is the Skyline 802.11a 802.11b devices. Access Point compatible? I want to install a Skyline 802.11a No. 802.11a and 802.11b devices will not network in my office that has an interfere with each other since they operate existing 802.11b network. -
Page 32: Appendix A - Technical Specifications
The following technical specification is for reference purposes only. Actual product performance and compliance with local telecommunications regulations may vary from country to country. Proxim, Inc. will only ship products that are type approved in the destination country. Technical Specifications Network Interface ......Ethernet 10Base-T /100Base-TX... -
Page 33: Parameters
Parameters Parameter Range Default Enable 2X Mode Yes, No Channel In 802.11a mode: Channels 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, and 64; in 2X mode: Channels 42, 50, and 58 SSID Up to 32 characters default Use DHCP Yes, No WEP Security Disabled, 64-bit, 128-bit, Disabled... -
Page 34: Appendix B - Technical Support
Appendix B Technical Support If you are having a problem using a Skyline 802.11a Access Point and cannot resolve it with the information in “Troubleshooting” on page 29, gather the following information and contact Proxim Technical Support: • What kind of network are you using? •... -
Page 35: Appendix C - Installation Options
Appendix C Installation Options The Skyline 802.11a Access Point is designed to sit on a desktop, but an optional mounting bracket is also available for purchase so that the unit may be mounted to a wall or ceiling. The optional wall mounting kit contains the following parts: •... -
Page 36: Wall Mount
National Electrical Code (NEC). Wall Mount Follow these steps to wall mount the Skyline 802.11a Access Point: Place the AP Mounting Disk on the mounting location so that the side of the disk that contains text is against the wall. - Page 37 Align one of the #6 wood screws with one of the mounting holes and screw it into one of the wall anchors or directly into the wall. Do not tighten. Insert the second screw into the remaining mounting hole and screw it into the remaining wall anchor or directly into the wall.
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Page 38: Index
Index ................Access Control ..............Access Point Overview ..................Antenna .................. Buffer Fails ................Bytes Received ................... Bytes Sent ................Ceiling Mount ..............Channel ............... Channel assignment ................Configuration ................IP Address ................. Network ..............Physical Address ..............Software Version ................... - Page 39 ..............Connecting to a Single AP ............Connecting to the Access Point ................Data Rate ................Decryption Errors ..................DHCP ............Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum ..................Diversity ................Enable Repeat ................... Encryption ..................ESSID .................. Ethernet LED .................. Ethernet Port .................
- Page 40 .................... LEDs ................Error Codes .................. Ethernet ..................Status .................. Wireless ..................Link LED ................ Multicast Bytes ..............Multicast Packets ................Multiple Retries ................... No Buffers ......Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) ................Package Contents ..................Packets ................Packets Filtered ................
- Page 41 ............Roaming Between Multiple APs ................. RTS/CTS ..................Security ................Security Level ................– Send Rate ................Single Retries ................Skyline CD-ROM ................Spread Spectrum ................SSID ................Statistics Tab ..................Status LED ..................Status tab ................Subnet Mask ................
- Page 42 ................... Wall Mount ................ Warranty Information ............................... WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) ................. WEP Key .................. Wireless LED .............. Wireless Network Topologies...