Package Contents • Intellinet Super-G Wireless LAN Access Point • Power Adapter – 5VDC, 2A • Quick Installation Guide on CD Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the 802.11g Wireless Access Point will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Introduction The Intellinet Super-G 802.11g Wireless Access Point provides the largest available bandwidth available in an AP. Network members can connect to this AP using any of its channels to transfer data at speeds never achievable before in a wireless device. The 802.11g Wireless Access Point operates seamlessly and simultaneously in the 2.4GHz...
Connections • Straight-Through cable is required when connecting to a router or switch • Cross-Over cable is required when connecting directly to an Ethernet adapter on a computer for configuration Features & Benefits • Up to 54 Mbps - Means you can transfer large files up to 5 times more quickly than was previously possible without signal interference •...
LEDs LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. The 802.11g Wireless Access Point has 3 Green LEDs as shown below: Power LAN (10/100) WLAN (802.11b or 802.11g) LED Activity A steady light indicates a connection to a power source A steady light indicates a connection to the Ethernet port;...
Wireless Basics The 802.11g Wireless Access Point is based on industry standards to provide easy-to use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the 802.11g Wireless Access Point will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it.
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The 802.11g Wireless Access Point is compatible with the following IEEE802.11g wireless products: 802.11g Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers and 802.11g Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers Standards-Based Technology The 802.11g Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11b and 802.11g standards. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard.
Installation Considerations Desktop and laptop computers with wireless network adapters installed can access the 802.11g Wireless Access Point from virtually anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
B. Connect your 802.11g Wireless Access Point LAN port with your straight-through Ethernet cable into a switch/router. The Link LED for the LAN Port will illuminate to indicate a proper connection. C. Desktop or laptop computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters can connect to the 802.11g Wireless Access Point.
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An Infrastructure wireless network contains an Access Point or Router. The Infrastructure Network example, shown here, contains the following network devices: For a typical wireless setup (as shown above), please do the following: You will need a broadband Internet access (Cable/DSL) subscription Consult with your Cable/DSL provider for proper installation of the modem Connect the modem to an Ethernet broadband router.
Using the Web Configuration Utility The easiest and quickest way to connect to a wireless network using your Intellinet 802.11g Wireless Access Point is to use the Configuration Utility. Open your web- browser and type in the IP Address of the Intellinet 802.11g Wireless Access Point: default IP Address is shown below: •...
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Once entered, the Current Status screen will appear. There are three other options available in this screen: Setup Wizard, Advanced Setup, and Statistics. Current Status The left-hand side of the Current Status screen provides basic information about your wireless access point, including the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway.
Setup Wizard Using the built-in Setup Wizard is the easiest and quickest way to connect to a wireless network. To take advantage of this convenient technology, simply click Setup Wizard at the top of the Current Status screen. The following screen will appear. Click Next to continue.
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Just that easily, your setup is completed. Click Reboot to save your current settings and restart your Intellinet 802.11g Wireless Access Point. After rebooting, the sign-in window will reappear. Simply type in admin (or a new user...
To change the configuration of your Access Point, click on Advanced Setup at the top of the Current Settings screen. The following screen will appear. This screen displays the default settings of the Intellinet 802.11g Wireless Access Point and allows you to change settings and values.
Device Information This screen allows you to modify for the AP System Name and System Contact information. Just type in your new information in the whiteout fields, and click on Apply to save the information. Click WLAN Parameter Settings.
WLAN Parameter Settings SSID: (Service Set Identifier): default is the default setting. The SSID is a unique name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name to communicate on the network. If you choose to change the SSID from the default setting, input a new SSID name in this field.
RTS Length: This value should remain at its default setting of 2346. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to the value range between 256 and 2346 are recommended. Transmit Power: Adjust the transmission power here. This tool can be helpful for security purposes if you wish to limit the transmission range.
Access Control Settings Control: Disabled - Disable the Access Control feature Accept - Accept the MAC Addresses in the list into the network Reject - Reject the MAC Addresses in the list from participating in the network Input MAC Address: Input the MAC Addresses into the list. Click “Save” to add the address into the Current Access Control List.
Security Settings Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g will be the only choice here. Authentication: Select from one of the following: Open System: the 802.11g Wireless Access Point will be visible to all devices on the network. Open System is the default setting. Shared Key: in order to access the 802.11g Wireless Access Point on the network, the device must be listed in the Key Table for HexValue WPA: click WPA and Apply.
Administration User Name: The default User Name is admin. Old Password: To change your password, first enter the old password. New Password: Enter the new password. Confirm New Password: Re-enter the new password. To save changes, click Save. Misc Telnet Service: When enabled, Administrator can access the device configuration via Telnet operation.
Maintenance/Update Firmware Update File: Click on Browse to find the new firmware file from your hard drive. After you find the updated firmware file located on your hard drive, click OK to start the firmware update process. Configuration File Update File: Click on Browse to find the new configuration file from your hard drive.
Restart System Apply Settings and Restart: If you have made any changes to the configuration settings, click Restart to apply the changes. Statistics Throughput Displays the WLAN 11g throughput statistics for received, transmitted and RTS communications.
Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the 802.11g Wireless Access Point. We cover various aspects of the network setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are having problems.
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The computer cannot access the Internet in the Infrastructure mode. Make sure the computer 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. The Connect to Wireless Network screen will appear.
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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 •...
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• Double-click on Network Adapters • Right-click on IEEE 802.11g Wireless Cardbus Network Adapter • Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly • Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly • Click OK...
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What variables may cause my wireless products to lose reception? Wireless products let you access your network from virtually anywhere you want. However, the positioning of the products within your environment will affect the wireless range. Please refer to Installation Considerations in the Wireless Basics section of this manual for further information about the most advantageous placement of your wireless products.
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Appendix Additional features for 522755 AP Modes There are 5 modes that the AP can run in. See the below screenshot and description to learn more. AP Mode: This is the standard mode that is available for an Access Point. It is the default setting and lets client systems (wireless NICS) establish communications.
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It will transform any IEEE 802.3 Ethernet device (e.g., a computer, printer, etc.) into an 802.11b wireless client when it communicates with another 522755 unit that is acting as an AP. Click to enable and enter the MAC address of the root AP.
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Super G Modes: There are now additional modes to the Super G function. Disable turbo, Dynamic Turbo and Static Turbo. Below is a screenshot showing the option as well as the descriptions of the options. Disabled: Standard 802.11g support, no enhanced capabilities Super G without Turbo: Capable of Packet Bursting, FastFrames, Compression, and no Turbo mode.
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