Troubleshooting; Common Problems And Solutions; Frequently Asked Questions - Linksys Instant Wireless WAP11 User Manual

THE INFO TAB
The Info tab displays general information about Linksys and the Access Point
SNMP Manager. The SNMP Configuration Utility's copyright date and version
number are listed as well as the Utility's firmware version. At the bottom of the
screen, you will find a button that will access Linksys' web page (once your
Internet connection is properly set up), the email address for technical support,
and the phone number to call for technical support.
• Stations. This shows the MAC addresses of those machines making wireless
connections to the Access Point.
• Statistics. This displays the connection statistics for your wireless and
Ethernet connections.
• TrapLog. This displays the information on any SNMP messages read by
your Access Point.
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Instant Wireless TM Series
Wireless Network Access Point

Troubleshooting

Common Problems and Solutions

This chapter provides solutions to problems usually encountered during the
installation and operation of the Wireless Network Access Point. Read the
description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here,
check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.
What is the purpose of antenna diversity and when should it be used?
When used, how should it be set-up?
The dual antennae on the Access Point are probably best explained using this
example. Take television, if you have ever had the old "rabbit ear type of
antenna" and saw reflections on TV (called "ghosts"), then you moved the
antenna and the reflections "went away." (Using two antennae allows us to
"MOVE AWAY" from reflections that cause us to lose or have to retransmit
data.) They should be used indoors as outdoor reflections are rare. As long as
both antennae cover roughly the same area, this is fine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Wireless Network Access Point act as my DHCP Server?
No. The Access Point is nothing more than a wireless hub, and as such, cannot
be configured to handle DHCP capabilities.
Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless net-
work?
This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over
a network. Consult the application's user guide to determine if it supports oper-
ation over a network.
Can I play multiplayer games with other users of the wireless network?
Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN (local area net-
work). Refer to the game's user guide for more information.
What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?
The IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN standards subcommittee is formulating a
standard for the industry. The objective is to enable wireless LAN hardware
from different manufacturers to communicate.
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