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Buffalo AirStation WLAR-L11-L Reference Manual

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What is Next?
Troubleshooting
Self-Diagnostic Function
Setting Screen Tables
Glossary
Product specifications
This manual explains examples of AirStation set-
tings, and remedies for troubleshooting prob-
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  • Page 1 What is Next? Troubleshooting Self-Diagnostic Function Setting Screen Tables Glossary Product specifications This manual explains examples of AirStation set- tings, and remedies for troubleshooting prob- lems. Refer to this manual as necessary.

  • Page 2: Using This Manual

    • The WLAR-L11-L is referred to as the AirStation through this manual. • The personal computer to be used with the Buffalo wireless LAN card is called the wireless LAN PC. • The personal computer to be used to change the AirStation settings is referred to as the Settings PC.

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    What is Next? Refer to "What is Next?" (page 3) for changing AirStation settings for various applications. Troubleshooting Refer to "Troubleshooting" (page 21) for problems such as failure of AirStation settings or fail- ure of connecting to the Internet. WLAR-L11-L Reference Manual...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connecting to the AirStation Using an AirPort-compatible PC ......13 Packet Filter Settings Example ..............14 IP Address Auto Allocation Functions (DHCP Server) Settings Example.. 16 Checking AirStation’s IP Address .............. 17 Resetting the AirStation Settings to the Factory Settings ......18 Checking the Wireless Frequency Status ..........

  • Page 5: Network Setting

    What is Next? This section explains how to change the AirStation settings, and their various uses. Connecting to other computers When using the AirStation to connect to the Internet use the steps below. Network Setting Click on the Start button and select [Settings] - [Control Panel].
  • Page 6 Go to "Sharing settings" section (page 4) . Sharing settings Make settings for sharing drives and folders. The example here describes the procedure for shar- ing the C drive in My Computer. Double-click the My Computer icon on the desk top.
  • Page 7 Go to "Connection to other computers" section (page 5) . Connection to other computers After determining the connection to the network, follow the steps below to access the wired LAN PC from the wireless LAN PC. An explanation using Windows98 as the operating system is given.

  • Page 8: Displaying Airstation Setting Screen

    Displaying AirStation Setting Screen The AirStation setting screen can be displayed using the following procedure. : Refer to the "Installing AirStation Manager" (page WindowsMe/98/95 User 12) section in Chapter 2, Preparing the AirStation Settings in the separate Internet Connection Man- ual, and install the AirStation Manager.

  • Page 9: Enabling And Disabling Roaming Function

    Be sure to set the roaming function from a personal computer on the Ethernet LAN. If you set the roaming function from a personal computer on the wireless LAN, you cannot to con- nect to the AirStation. If this is the case, please refer to Chapter 2 Troubleshooting.
  • Page 10 Setting the Wireless LAN PC From the wireless LAN PC, click the Start button, and select Programs, MELCO Wireless LAN and then Client Manager. Select File and Manual..The following setting can be different depend- ing upon the setting of ESS-ID set at the step 3 in the "The AirStation Setting"...

  • Page 11: Limiting Connections From Wireless Lan Pc

    (:) between them. If the wireless LAN card of your choice on the network is displayed in the Table of Wireless LAN PCs for which Connection Is Disabled, select the Enable Connection check box for the relevant MAC address and click the Change button.
  • Page 12 You can register up to 255 MAC addresses maximum. This way, only registered wireless LAN PCs in the "Available Wireless LAN Computers" field will be able to communicate within the Ethernet LAN. To disable the registration of the MAC address, clear the Inhibit Connection check box in the "Available Wireless LAN Computer(s)"...

  • Page 13: Strengthening Security Using The Wep (Encoding) Function

    • The AirStation is compatible with other wireless LAN products if they have the Wi-Fi certifies WEP function. Be sure to set the WEP (encoding) using a PC on the Ethernet LAN network. If you set this term a PC on the wireless LAN, communication with the AirStation may be disabled. If communication with the AirStation is disabled, refer to Chapter 2 Troubleshooting.

  • Page 14: Multiple Airstation Groups

    Multiple AirStation Groups When multiple AirStations are used to communicate with the wireless LAN PCs on the same floor, the baud rate may be reduced. This is because the AirStations are using the same frequency to communicate simulta- neously. If this happens, good communication can be achieved by changing the center frequency (wireless channels) in each LAN network (i.e., grouping).

  • Page 15: Connecting To The Airstation Using An Airport-Compatible Pc

    Connecting to the AirStation Using the AirPort- compatible PC Getting Started The following software is required when the Macintosh AirPort-compatible PC is used to share files with Windows PCs. •Software that supports shared files (e.g., DAVE). Refer to the manual supplied with your software for details of how to enable file sharing.

  • Page 16: Packet Filter Settings Example

    • Prevent line connection when the Web browser is closed. • Prohibit NBT packet routing. NBT (NetBIOS over TCP/IP) packet transfers NetBIOS data through the Internet. The filter prohibits access to/from the outside by Microsoft Windows network users. The setting procedure is as follows: Refer to the "Displaying AirStation Setting Screen"...
  • Page 17 Select the items to be set in the Setting Filter field and click the Add the Rule button. When you select the "Manual Setting (LAN to WAN)" enter the following values. Source IP Address: The transmission source IP Address that does not pass the communication packet.

  • Page 18: Ip Address Auto Allocation Functions (Dhcp Server) Settings Example

    Addresses that can be allocated by DHCP: 192.168.0.5 to 192.168.0.24 The following address is desired to be excluded from the above address range: 192.168.0.17 The IP address allocated by the DHCP server should be the same network address as the AirStation’s IP address.

  • Page 19: Checking Airstation's Ip Address

    AirStation Manager. On the Menu Bar select File. Then select Con- nect. If you are using the PC on the Ethernet LAN, select Edit, Search AirStation, then go to step 5. Enter the following settings and click the OK button.

  • Page 20: Resetting The Airstation Settings To The Factory Settings

    Resetting the AirStation Setting to the Factory Settings Connect the power supply to the AirStation. Press and hold the factory setting switch on the back of the AirStation for 3 sec- onds minimum. The DIAG lamp in the front (bottom) will flash. When the DIAG lamp stops flashing, the AirStation is reset to the factory setting.

  • Page 21: Checking The Wireless Frequency Status

    Checking the Wireless Frequency Status The status of the wireless frequency between the wireless LAN PC and the AirStation can be checked using the following procedure. Click the Start button, select Programs, MELCO Wireless LAN and the Client Manager. On the Menu Bar, select File. Then select Test Connection and Diagnostic.
  • Page 22 Bad: Indicates an unstable status If the diagnosis is unstable, perform the following corrective measures. 1.Move the wireless LAN PC closer to the AirStation. (Be sure to maintain the distance of 30 cm min.) 2.Change the AirStation position. 3.Improve conditions between the AirStation and the wireless LAN personal computer by rotating units.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section explains the possible cause and the solution that may occur when using this product. Making AirStation Settings "Network Card Is Not Installed" Is Displayed When Starting the Easy Installation Wizard Cause The network adapter driver is not installed.
  • Page 24 "GROUP". Cause (2) The AirStation is not connected to a hub when the AirStation is set from the Ethernet LAN PC. Solution (2) • Check if the hub and the AirStation are firmly connected using the UTP straight cable. (Insert the cable until you hear a click.)
  • Page 25 • Setting dial up for a modem. Solution (1) • When the AirStation is set in a network environment with the proxy server, you must change the Web browser’s proxy setting. • Change to disabling dial-up from the Web browser setting.
  • Page 26 The Web browser setting should be completed smoothly when the "Use a Proxy Server" check box is not selected. Enter the AirStation’s IP address in the "Do Not Use Proxy Server for Addresses Begin- ning With:" field, and click the OK button.

  • Page 27: Internet Explorer

    Internet Explorer 4.0 Start the Internet Explorer. On the Menu Bar, select View. Then select Internet Options. Click the Connection tab. Select "Connect to the Internet using a local area network", and click the Advanced but- ton in the Proxy server group box.
  • Page 28 Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Later Start Netscape Navigator. On the Menu Bar, select Edit and select Preferences In the Category field, select Proxies. If Proxies is not displayed, click the + symbol to the left of the Advanced option. If Manual proxy configuration is selected, click the View button.
  • Page 29 In the MAC Address screen field: • If the roaming function is selected: Enter 00:00:00. • If the roaming function is not selected: Enter the last six digits of the AirStation’s MAC address. In the Group Name field: Enter the name of the group to which the AirStation belongs.
  • Page 30 5. Enter the following in the "Password" field and click the OK button. • If you changed the password (WEP): Enter the password (WEP) set in the AirStation. • If you did not change the password: Click the OK button without entering anything in the Password field.

  • Page 31: Connecting To The Internet

    • Check if there is a problem with the cable connecting the AirStation to the cable modem. Also check if there is a problem on the provider side. Connect the cable to an Ethernet LAN PC and check if you can connect to the Internet.
  • Page 32 • Check if the AirStation’s Ethernet lamp and cable modem status lamp are lit normally. <When the IP Address Is Manually Set> • Check the IP address, net mask, default gateway and primary DNS set in the AirStation. Also check if the provider side is normal or not.
  • Page 33 When a connection cannot be confirmed, check the following items. • Check the IP address for the provider’s DNS. • PC IP address and default gateway. Refer to the "Network Settings" section in the Wireless LAN PC Set- ting of the Internet Connection Manual.
  • Page 34 Solution (1) Refer to the wireless LAN card manual and check if the driver is installed correctly. Cause (2) The Ethernet LAN PC network is not set properly (i.e., PCs on the same Ethernet LAN are not connected). Solution (2) Refer to the manual supplied with the LAN cards for the Ethernet LAN PCs.
  • Page 35 Procedure for Checking the wireless LAN PC and the Ethernet PC IP addresses Windows 98/95 1.Click the Start button and then select Run... In the Open: field, enter WINIPCFG and click the OK button. 2.Select the network adapter you are using. Check the value in the IP address field.
  • Page 36 Windows 2000 If the TCP/IP Protocol is installed, you can check the IP address using the following procedure. 1.Click the Start button, select Programs, Accessories and Command Prompt. 2.C:\> will be displayed on screen. Enter IPCONFIG /ALL and press the Enter key.
  • Page 37 Cause (1) Installation of the wireless LAN card driver is failed. Solution (1) Refer to the wireless LAN card manual and check if the driver is installed correctly. Also check if the AirStation’s Wireless lamp is lit. Cause (2) It is difficult to communicate with the AirStation due to poor radio transmission.
  • Page 38 You cannot connect to the provider without converting the IP address. Solution When connecting to the Internet, the LAN IP address will be converted automatically to the WAN IP address. Consequently, you cannot start the Internet server using the AirStation.
  • Page 39 • PC X:192.168.100.254 (255.255.255.0) *The server automatically allocates IP addresses to the PCs and the AirStation on the network. If the device with the built-in DHCP server function such as the Windows NT server and dial-up router exists on the network, the DHCP server function may start automatically. Refer to the Windows NT manual or the dial-up router manual if the DHCP server function is operating, or consult the manufacturer.

  • Page 40: Self-Diagnostic Function

    AirStation will perform self-diagnosis when the power supply is turned ON, or when the AirStation is restarted. If an error occurs, you can identify the error by the DIAG lamp flash number. The DIAG lamp keeps flash- ing until the power is turned OFF or the AirStation is restarted.

  • Page 41: Setting Screen Tables

    Setting Screen Tables This section explains details of the setting screen tables. Setting Screen Configuration Main menu Standard Setup Custom Setup Basic Settings(P40) Password Settings(P40) Time Setup Automatic IP Address Assignment (DHCP Server) Settings(P40) Routing Settings(P41) DNS Relay Settings(P41) Packet Filter Settings(P41)
  • Page 42 Setting Screens Explanation • Items marked with an asterisk (*) can be set using the Standard Setup screen. • For details of the setting items, refer to the on-screen setting Help. Detailed Settings Item Explanation Factory setting Basic Settings Last six digits of "AP" + MAC AirStation Name * Set the AirStation name.
  • Page 43 Note 1: Enter a maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive), and the underbar "_". Note 2: Enter a maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive), and the underbar "_". Note 3: Enter a maximum of 5 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive), and the underbar "_", or ten digits of hexadecimal number.
  • Page 44 Display the wireless channel. Function mode Display AirStation’s function mode. IP address auto read Display whether automatic IP address reading is ON or OFF. IP address of wired LAN setting Display the IP address of Ethernet LAN AirStation. Net mask of wired LAN...
  • Page 45 Transfer Packet Status Number send Display the number of packets sent. packets Number of send error Display the number of packets with send errors. packets Number of receive Display the number of packets received. packets Number of receive Display the number of packets with receive errors.

  • Page 46: Glossary

    You can enter a maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters, and the underbar "_". LAN (Local Area Network) Read as one word. A LAN is a network in a comparatively small area, such as a campus or within a single building. The LAN baud rate varies from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps.
  • Page 47 When you have completed installing the driver and restarted your computer, the "Enter Network Password" dialog box will be displayed. • Enter your user name and password for the network. But you do not need to enter your user name and password for not using the network.
  • Page 48 Firmware Firmware is the name given to the software (programs) built into hardware such as the router, modem and terminal adapter. This software is built into the hardware, so it can be said to be in-between hardware and software. Protocol Protocol is the procedure and regulation for sending and receiving data between the network terminals.
  • Page 49 If using the roaming function and moving from one room to another room, switching AirStations is automat- ical. With the roaming function, you can easily move from the office to the conference room while maintain- ing access to the network.

  • Page 50: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications This section explains the AirStation specifications and the LAN port connector specifications. Specifications Wireless LAN interface Conforming standards IEEE802.11b (wireless LAN standard protocol) FCC Part15,247 ETS 300-328 Communications DS-SS simplex (half duplex) operation method Data Baud Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (autosense)

  • Page 51: Port Connector Specifications

    Port Connector Specifications Use the RJ-45 8-pole connector, specified by ISO/IEC8877:1992. 10M/100M port Pin number MDI signal Signal function Receive data (+) Receive data (-) Send data (+) (Not Used) Not used (Not Used) Not used Send data (-) (Not Used)
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  • Page 55: Federal Communications Commission Notice

    • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

  • Page 56: Intended Use

    This product is a low power 2.4 GHz RLAN transceiver intended for home and office use. EU Countries intended for use The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France (with Frequency channel restrictions), Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxem- bourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom.
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