NETGEAR WG602v4 Instruction Manual

NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point

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Please refer to the Reference Manual on your Resource CD for instructions on advanced
configuration options.
Estimated Completion Time: 30 minutes.
Tip: Before mounting the WG602v4 in a high location, first set up and test the WG602v4
to verify wireless network connectivity.

First, Set Up the WG602v4

1. Connect the wireless access point to your computer and
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a. Unpack the box and verify the contents.
b. Prepare a PC with an Ethernet
adapter. If this PC is already part
of your network, record its
A
TCP/IP configuration settings.
Configure the PC with a static IP
address of 192.168.0.210 and
255.255.255.0 as the Subnet Mask.
c. Connect an Ethernet cable from
the WG602v4 to the PC (point A
in the illustration).
Computer
d. Securely insert the other end of the
cable into the WG602v4 Ethernet
port (point B in the illustration).
e. Turn on your computer, connect the power adapter to the WG602v4 and verify
the following:
• The power light should be lit. If the power light is not lit, check the
connections and check to see if the power outlet is controlled by a wall
switch that is turned off.
• The LAN light on the WG602v4 should be lit (amber for a 10 Mbps
connection and green for a 100 Mbps connection). If not, make sure the
Ethernet cable is securely attached at both ends.
• The WLAN light should be lit.

2. Configure LAN and Wireless Access

a. Configure the WG602v4 Ethernet port for LAN access.
• Connect to the WG602v4 by opening your browser and
entering http://192.168.0.227 in the address field.
• When prompted, enter admin for the user name and
password for the password, both in lower case letters.
• Click the Basic Settings link and configure the IP Settings for your network.
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b. Configure the wireless interface for wireless access. See the online help or the
Cable
Reference Manual for full instructions.
c. Test wireless connectivity using a PC with a wireless adapter configured
according to the wireless settings you just set in the WG602v4 to establish a
B
wireless connection to the WG602v4.
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Now that you have finished the setup steps, you are ready to deploy the WG602v4 in
your network. If needed, you can now reconfigure the PC you used in step 1 back to
Ethernet
its original TCP/IP settings.
Port
227

Deploy the WG602v4

1. Disconnect the WG602v4 and position it where you will deploy it. The best location
is elevated, such as wall mounted or on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your
wireless coverage area, and within line of sight of all the mobile devices.
2. Position the antenna. Vertical positioning provides best side-to-side coverage.
Horizontal positioning provides best top-to-bottom coverage.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable from your WG602v4 Access Point to a LAN port on your
router, switch, or hub.
4. Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter in
to a power outlet. The PWR, LAN, and WLAN lights should light up.
Tip: The WG602v4 supports Power Over Ethernet (PoE). If you have a switch that
provides PoE, you will not need to use the power adapter to power the WG602v4.
This can be especially convenient when the WG602v4 is installed in a high location
far away from a power outlet.

Now, Verify Wireless Connectivity

Using a computer with an 802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter, verify connectivity by
using a browser such as Netscape® or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, or
check for file and printer access on your network.
Note: If you cannot connect, see to Troubleshooting Tips in this guide or the Reference
Manual on the Resource CD for the ProSafe Wireless Access Point.