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- Page 1 54Mbps Wireless Compact Repeater Bridge-g User Manual WLA2-G54...
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Page 2: Airstation Wireless Network Features
INTRODUCTION 1.1 AirStation 54Mbps Compact Repeater Bridge (WLA2-G54) This User Manual introduces you to the High-Speed AirStation 54Mbps Compact Repeater Bridge and will assist you with the more advanced features of the product. The AirStation 54Mbps Compact Repeater Bridge , WLA2-G54, is a wireless network access point that can be added to an existing net- work (LAN) to create a wireless network or added to an existing WLAN to extend the range of the WLAN. -
Page 3: About The Airstation Cd
Software License Agreement, do not download, copy or install the AirStation software. It is the policy of Buffalo Technology to improve products as new technology, components, software and fi rmware become available. Before you proceed with the installation of this product, please consult the Buffalo website (http://www.buffalotech.com) to download and install the latest software for your product. - Page 4 4. If the client IP range is different than the default AirStation IP of 192.168.11.1, an IP confi guration screen will appear next. Select Automatically set up the IP address, or Specify an IP address for manual setup. 5. A login screen will appear. •...
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Page 5: Standard Settings
STANDARD SETTINGS 3. 1 Introduction Setting up the AirStation parameters using a Web Browser requires basic wireless confi guration knowledge. For Advanced settings and explanations of each parameter and its use, see Chapter 4. 3.2 Setup Overview The WLA2-G54 is confi gured to function right out of the box. Simple settings for security and MAC Address registration are offered in this section- Specialized setups for security, fi... -
Page 6: Lan Setting
USING AIRSTATION FOR ADVANCED CONFIGURATIONS Although your AirStation will function fine using only the settings from Section 3, you may wish to explore more advanced op- tions. This chapter explains each parameter in the Advanced button. Click the Top tab and click the Advanced button. 4. - Page 7 Examples of WEP key: 64bit ASCII: 5 digits of alphanumeric characters, “ab34Y” 128bit ASCII: 13 digits of alphanumeric characters, “123456abcdef7” ■ Note: ASCII WEP is case sensitive. 64bit HEX: 10 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f, “00234ABCDE” 128bit HEX: 26 digits, using characters 0-9 and a-f, “20123456789abcdeabcdeabcde” Privacy Seperator - Select Use or do not use to block communication between each wireless LAN PC on the wireless network.
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Page 8: Wireless Bridge (Wds)
4. 1 .4 Wireless LAN Computer Lim i ta tion This option limits the PCs allowed a wireless connection to the AirStation. It is used to control the wireless connections to the AirStation. Wireless PC’s Connection - Select Limit to restrict the connection and Do not Limit for open access. Register your client PC’s MAC address before selecting Set. -
Page 9: Network Setting
4.2 Network Setting Routing is not functional with the AirStation Bridge 2. 1 Routing Setup - Routing is the path data packets take between devices on the network. A route is governed by the routing table, a copy of which exists on each network device. If the device you are trying to communicate with does not exist on the network, the data packet is sent to the default gateway to look outside the network for the device. -
Page 10: Management (Network Diagnosis Settings)
4.2.2 Packet Filter - This feature does not function on the AirStation Compact Repeater Bridge Log Output - Activates the packet fi lter log. Filter setting - Choose type from pull-down menu. For Manual setting: • Operation - Packets from LAN, select ignored, rejected, or accepted. NOTE: This feature does not function on the AirStation Compact Repeater Bridge 4.3 Management (Network Diagnosis Settings) -
Page 11: Time Setup
4.3.2 Name and Password AirStation name - When using Client Manager and mul- tiple AirStations, select a unique name to make it easier to identify each AirStation. Administrator name - “root”, cannot be changed Administrator password - Allows the administrator to enter an administrator password to restrict access to the setting screens. -
Page 12: Log Information
4.3.5 PING Test Destination - Enter IP address for test and click OK 4.3.6 Log Information Display log info level - Select Error and/or Notify to specify the types of reports to be logged by the AirStation. Display log info - Select the specifi c reports to be logged. Log information - Displays recorded logs. -
Page 13: Firmware Update
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please check the Buffalo Web site for the latest information and any corrections made in this manual. For more information, please consult one of the following: • The on-line help system of your AirStation wireless system - for in for ma tion about software and driver func tion al ity. •... - Page 14 fl oor-to-ceiling brick walls. NOTE: The range values listed in Table “Radio Characteristics” are typical distances as measured at Buffalo Technology AirStation laboratories. These values are provided for your guidance but may vary according to the actual radio conditions at the location where the AirStation product is installed.
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting B.1 Common Troubleshooting Tips B Common Problems: • Out of range, client cannot connect to the AirStation. • Confi guration mismatch, client cannot connect to the AirSta- tion. • Absence or confl ict with the Client Driver. • Confl ict of another device with the AirStation hardware. B.1.1 LED Activity B Monitoring LED activity helps identify problems. - Page 16 Glossary 10BaseT or 100BaseTx: 802.3 based Ethernet network that uses UTP (Unshielded twisted pair) cable and a star topology. 10 is 10 Mbps and 100 is 100 Mbps. 802.1x: The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client. 802.1x with EAP will initiate key handling.
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Page 17: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
RJ-45 connector: An 8-pin connector used between a twisted pair cable and a data transmission device. Bridge: Device that can connect individual LANs and remote sites to a server. Roaming: The ability to use a wireless device while moving from one to another without losing the connection. - Page 18 ® 4030 W. Braker Ln. Suite 120 Austin, Texas 78759 Tel: 800-456-9799 Fax: 512-794-8606 Technical Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Toll-Free: 866-752-6210 email: info@buffalotech.com...