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  • Page 3 EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter User Guide From SMC’s EZ line of low-cost workgroup LAN solutions 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 October 2003 Phone: (949) 679-8000 150000030200E R01 F1.0...
  • Page 4 Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC.
  • Page 5 OMPLIANCES FCC - Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 6 Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications. EC Conformance Declaration - Class B SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II, Calle Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2 08970 - Sant Joan Despí,...
  • Page 7 OMPLIANCES Safety Compliance Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct cord set. Check it (read the label on the cable) against the following: Operating Voltage Cord Set Specifications 120 Volts UL Listed/CSA Certified Cord Set Minimum 18 AWG Type SVT or SJT three conductor cord Maximum length of 15 feet...
  • Page 8 OMPLIANCES Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany) 1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie keine Flüssigoder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS EZ Connect™ 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter ........1 Introduction .
  • Page 10 Troubleshooting ......56 SMC Networks 802.11b Wireless Product Maximum Distance Table ......57 Specifications .

  • Page 11: Ez Connect 2.4 Gh Z Wireless Ethernet Adapter

    Use this device in conjunction with SMC’s EZ Connect Wireless Cards to create an instant network that integrates seamlessly with Ethernet LANs. Moreover, moving or expanding your network is as easy as moving or installing additional access points –...

  • Page 12: Package Checklist

    • One RJ-45 cable Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty on SMC’s web site at http://www.smc.com Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials.

  • Page 13: Hardware Description

    ARDWARE ESCRIPTION The Wireless Ethernet Adapter supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps half-duplex connections to Ethernet networks. This device is fully compliant with 2.4 GHz DSSS CSMA/CA wireless networking as defined in IEEE 802.11b. It can be connected via an RJ-45 connection to devices such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox, Sony PlayStation II, and Ethernet ready embedded devices.

  • Page 14: Applications

    ARDWARE ESCRIPTION Applications EZ Connect wireless products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as: • Video Game Systems Provides wireless Internet access for users of video game systems such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation II •...

  • Page 15: Led Indicators

    LED I NDICATORS LED Indicators The Wireless Ethernet Adapter includes three status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table. Figure 2. Front Panel Status Description Wireless TX/RX Flashing (Green) The device is transmitting or receiving Link data through wireless links. Ethernet LNK/ On (Orange)

  • Page 16: System Requirements

    ARDWARE ESCRIPTION System Requirements Before you install the Wireless Ethernet Adapter, be sure you have met the following requirements: • An AC power outlet (100~240 V, 50~60 Hz) • An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on an Ethernet hub or switch •...

  • Page 17: Hardware Installation

    ARDWARE NSTALLATION 1. Select the Site – Choose a location for your Wireless Ethernet Adapter. Usually, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, if possible within line-of-sight of all wireless devices. 2. Place the Wireless Ethernet Adapter in a position that gives it maximum coverage.

  • Page 18: System Configuration

    SNMP manager application (Refer to “Using the Configuration Utility” on page 12.) The latest version may be downloaded from the SMC web site specified on the back cover of this manual. The SMC2671W can be configured by a web browser, which is Internet Explorer 5.5 or above.

  • Page 19: Ez Installation Wizard

    “Using IPCONFIG” section below. Note: The default IP address of the SMC2671W is 192.168.2.25. 1. Insert the SMC EZ Installation Wizard & Documentation CD into your CD-ROM drive. 2. The EZ Installation Wizard will appear. Click “Configuration...

  • Page 20: Using Ipconfig

    3. Type “ipconfig” and press enter. 4. Verify that your IP Address is 192.168.2.xxx. If so, you can now use the SMC EZ Installation Wizard to configure your SMC2671W. If your IP Address is completely different, please go to the “Configuring Your IP Address” on page 25.

  • Page 21: Utility Installation And Configuration

    TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION Note: This Configuration Utility is for Windows 98SE, Me 2000, and XP After clicking “Configuration Utility,” follow the on-screen instructions to install the utility program.

  • Page 22: Using The Configuration Utility

    TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION Using the Configuration Utility 1. Click Start/Programs/SMC2671W/SMC2671W Configuration Utility. 2. The program will automatically scan for the SMC2671W access points on the network. If you want to subsequently detect all access points on the network, click the Scan button. From the list of detected SMC2671Ws, double-click on the IP Address of the unit you wish to configure.

  • Page 23: Utility Configuration

    TILITY ONFIGURATION Utility Configuration System The first screen displays System information. Menu Description Device Information Description The model number of the unit Mac Address The MAC address of the SMC2671W Regulatory Countries have different regulations regarding the use of radio Domain frequencies.
  • Page 24 TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION Menu Description Administrator Sets the password for administrator access. Password (Default: smcadmin) Load Default The Load Default button will let you reload the factory default settings. Reset The Reset button will let you reboot the SMC2671W. Refresh/Apply Once a configuration change has been made on a screen, be sure to click the Refresh or Apply button at the bottom of the...

  • Page 25: Ip Config

    TILITY ONFIGURATION IP Config Click on the IP Config tab to display and set up the IP settings of the SMC2671W. Menu Description Mac address The MAC address of the SMC2671W IP address Set the IP address for SMC2671W as required. (Default: 192.168.2.25) Subnet mask Set the Subnet Mask as required.

  • Page 26: Statistic

    TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION Statistic The Statistic tab displays transmit and receive statistics for Ethernet and wireless connections.

  • Page 27: Wireless Operation

    Set the operating radio channel. (Default: 6) Note: Available channel settings are limited by local regulations which determine which channels are available. ESSID Extended SSID. All wireless clients and the wireles access points within a specific ESS must be configured with the same SSID. (Default: SMC)
  • Page 28 TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION Menu Description Device Name The name of the wireless access point. (Default: SMC2671W) Basic Rates The highest rate specified is the rate the Wireless Barricade will use when transmitting broadcast/multicast and management frames. Available options are: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps.
  • Page 29 TILITY ONFIGURATION Menu Description MAC Filtering You can decide which wireless devices are allowed to connect to the SMC2671W by adding the MAC address of allowed clients. Wireless devices that are not in the table will be denied access. • Choose Enable MAC Filtering to enable the MAC Filter. (Default: Disabled) •...

  • Page 30: Security

    TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION Security The Security screen provides you a versatile encryption method to prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network and provide more secure data transmissions.
  • Page 31 TILITY ONFIGURATION Menu Description Type Encryption Enabled/Disable WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption. (Default: None) All clients and a wireless access point in the wireless network must have the same WEP setting. WEP (mode) The SMC2671W supports shared key encryption with key lengths of the standard 64-bit and industry standard 128-bit.
  • Page 32 TILITY NSTALLATION AND ONFIGURATION...
  • Page 33 TILITY ONFIGURATION...

  • Page 34: About

    The About tab displays the product name, the software version number of the SMC2671W Configuration management tool, and SMC copyright information. Note: Clicking the SMC logo on the screen takes you to the SMC web site (www.smc.com) for the latest firmware download.

  • Page 35: Configuring Your Ip Address

    ONFIGURING DDRESS Windows 98/Me Note: Some Windows 9x/Me systems will request that you insert your Windows CD in order to complete the following configuration. Please have this CD ready. 1. Click the “Start” button and choose “Settings,” then click “Control Panel.” 2.
  • Page 36 IP A ONFIGURING DDRESS 3. Select the TCP/IP that is bound to the network adapter that you are currently using to configure your SMC2671W. Click “Properties.”...
  • Page 37 98/M INDOWS 4. Select the Specify an IP option and insert 192.168.2.x (where x is 2 ~ 24, 26 ~ 254). Then insert 255.255.255.0 for the subnet mask. 5. Press OK and reboot the machine when prompted to do so.

  • Page 38: Windows 2000

    IP A ONFIGURING DDRESS Windows 2000 1. Right-click the “Network Places” icon on your desktop and click “Properties.” 2. Right-click your Local Area Connection and click “Properties.”...
  • Page 39 2000 INDOWS 3. Click “Internet Protocol TCP/IP” and click “Properties.” Select the “Use the following IP Address” option and insert 192.168.2.x (where x is 2 ~ 24, 26 ~ 254). If requested to enter a gateway and DNS, you can enter 192.168.2.1. 4.

  • Page 40: Windows Xp

    IP A ONFIGURING DDRESS Windows XP 1. Right-click the “Network Places” icon on your desktop and click “Properties.” 2. Right-click your “Local Area Connection” and click “Properties.”...
  • Page 41 INDOWS 3. Click “Internet Protocol TCP/IP” and click “Properties.”...
  • Page 42 IP A ONFIGURING DDRESS 4. Select the “Use the following IP Address” option and insert 192.168.2.x (where x is 2 ~ 24, 26 ~ 254) for the IP address. If requested to enter a gateway and DNS, you can type in 192.168.2.1.

  • Page 43: Web Management

    ANAGEMENT Browser Configuration Confirm your browser is configured for a direct connection to the Internet using the Ethernet cable that is installed in the computer. This is configured through the options/preference section of your browser. Disable Proxy Connection You will also need to verify that the HTTP Proxy feature of your web browser is disabled.

  • Page 44: Navigating The Web Browser Interface

    ANAGEMENT To access the SMC2671W’s management interface, enter the Wireless Ethernet Adapter IP address in your web browser http://192.168.2.25 Then enter the password and click LOGIN. (Default: smcadmin) The home page displays the Setup options. Navigating the Web Browser Interface The SMC2671W’s web management interface features a user-friendly setup interface.
  • Page 45 AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE Use the web management interface to define system parameters, manage and control the Wireless Ethernet Adapter and its ports, or monitor network conditions. The following table outlines the selections available from this program. Menu Description System Sets the password for administrator access Sets the TCP/IP configuration of the Wireless Ethernet Adapter’s LAN interface and all DHCP clients...

  • Page 46: System

    ANAGEMENT System Password Settings Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. (Default: smcadmin) For security reason, you should change the default password before exposing the SMC2671W to the Internet. Passwords can contain from 3–12 alphanumeric characters and are not case-sensitive.

  • Page 47: Lan

    AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE With Obtain an IP Address Automaticly [DHCP] enabled, the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway can be dynamically assigned to the SMC2671W by the network DHCP server. Note: If there is no DHCP server on your network, then the SMC2671W will automatically start up with its default IP address, 192.168.2.25.

  • Page 48: Wireless

    ANAGEMENT You may need a fixed address if you want to provide Internet services, such as a web server or FTP server. Wireless To configure the SMC2671W as an Ethernet Adapter, all you need to do is define the radio channel, the Service Set Identifier (SSID), and encryption options.
  • Page 49 AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE Wireless Channel: The radio channel through which a wireless access point communicates with PCs in its BSS. (Default: 6) Note: The available channel settings are limited by local regulations which determine the number of channels that are available.
  • Page 50 ANAGEMENT 64-Bit Manual Entry Key 1~4 - Each Key ID contains 10 HEX digits. 128-Bit Manual Entry Key ID contains 26 HEX digits. You may automatically generate encryption keys or manually enter the keys. For automatic 64-bit security, enter a passphrase. Four keys will be generated (as shown above).
  • Page 51 AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE Client List The Client List screen displays the MAC address and network speed of the accociated clients.
  • Page 52 ANAGEMENT Advanced Settings Operation Mode: This may be set to Access Point, Range Extender or Ethernet Adapter. (Default: Ethernet Adapter) Note: After you choose the operation mode for the SMC2671W, be sure to click the APPLY button, and OK to the confirmation message to enable the new setting.
  • Page 53 AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE The parameters that follow may be configured in any of the three modes descibed above but the user is advised to leave them at their default settings. Transmission Rate: Set the data rate transmitted from the Wireless Ethernet Adapter. The lower the data rate, the longer the transmission distance.
  • Page 54 ANAGEMENT Basic Rate: The highest rate specified is the rate the Wireless Ethernet Adapter will use when transmitting broadcast/multicast and management frames. (Default: 1, 2 Mbps.) Preamble Type: The access points and client card drivers have a radio setting for RF Preamble. Enabling it can boost your throughput.
  • Page 55 AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE Site Survey In Ethernet Adapter mode, the Site Survey scans and shows all IEEE 802.11b wireless devices within the adapter’s signal range. You can choose one of them to connect to by clicking on an (B)SSID entry. BSSID: Basic Service Set ID.

  • Page 56: Mac Filter

    ANAGEMENT WEP: WEP security protects your wireless LAN against eavesdropping and unauthorized access by intruders. If WEP is in use, all clients on the same network must use the same WEP key settings in order to communicate with each other. SSID: The Service Set ID of the scanned access points.

  • Page 57: Tools

    AVIGATING THE ROWSER NTERFACE Tools Use the Tools menu to backup the current configuration, restore a previously saved configuration, restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the SMC2671W. Configuration Tools • Backup Settings – Saves the SMC2671W’s configuration to a file.
  • Page 58 ANAGEMENT Firmware Upgrade Use this screen to update the firmware or user interface to the latest versions. Download the upgrade file from the web site and save it to your hard drive. Click Browse to look for the previously downloaded file. Click APPLY. Check the Status page Information section to confirm that the upgrade process was successful.
  • Page 59 ANAGEMENT Reset Click APPLY to reset the SMC2671W. Your settings will not be changed. The reset will be complete when the power LED is lit red.
  • Page 60 ANAGEMENT Statistics The Statistics page displays transmit and receive statistics for all associated stations.

  • Page 61: Status

    ANAGEMENT Status The Status screen displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version numbers of the SMC2671W.

  • Page 62: Network Configuration And Planning

    ETWORK ONFIGURATION LANNING The Wireless Solution supports a stand-alone wireless network configuration, as well as an integrated configuration with 10 Mbps Ethernet LANs. For a list of the maximum distances between the AP/Bridge and wireless clients, refer to page 57. The wireless network cards and adapters can be configured as: •...

  • Page 63: Infrastructure Wireless Lan

    ETWORK OPOLOGIES Infrastructure Wireless LAN An integrated wired and wireless LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A Basic Service Set (BSS) consists of a group of wireless PC users, and an access point that is directly connected to the wired LAN. Each wireless PC in this BSS can talk to any computer in its wireless group via a radio link, or access other computers or network resources in the wired LAN infrastructure via the access point.

  • Page 64: Pcs

    ETWORK ONFIGURATION AND LANNING Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs The Basic Service Set (BSS) is the communications domain for each wireless access point. For wireless PCs that do not need to support roaming, set the domain identifier (SSID) of the wireless card to the SS ID of the access point to which you want to connect.

  • Page 65: A Wireless Lan With Internet Access

    ETWORK OPOLOGIES A Wireless LAN with Internet Access In this application one SMC2671W is in Ethernet Adapter mode connected to a Microsoft Xbox. Another SMC2671W is acting in Access Point mode. This provides a wireless network and also Intrnernet access for applications including Internet game playing.

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    WLAN mobile users can roam are configured to the same WEP setting, SSID, and authentication algorithm. 2. If the management utility cannot connect to the SMC: Check that your local IP address settings conform to the SMC2671W settings.

  • Page 67: Smc Networks 802.11B Wireless Product Maximum Distance Table

    800.SMC.4YOU. SMC Networks stands behind every product sold with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a limited-lifetime warranty.

  • Page 68: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS Standards Ethernet: IEEE 802.3x 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (RJ-45) Radio: IEEE 802.11b Operating Channels IEEE 802.11b compliant USA & Canada: 11 channels, Europe (ETSI): 13 channels, Japan: 14 channels Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps Operating Frequency USA, Canada, and Europe (ETSI): 2400-2483.5 MHz Japan: 2400-2497 MHz Modulation Type CCK, BPSK, and QPSK...
  • Page 69 PECIFICATIONS LED Indicators Power, Ethernet Link/Activity, Wireless Activity (TX/RX) Antenna Two 2.0 dBi omni-directional dipole antenna Network Management Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP SNMP Management Utility Operating System Compatibility Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Supported Protocol TCP/IP, IPX Encryption 64-bit/128-bit WEP Passphrase key generation Temperature ° °...

  • Page 70: Terminology

    ERMINOLOGY The following is a list of terminology that is used in this document. Access Point – An internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks. Ad Hoc – An ad hoc wireless LAN is a group of computers each with LAN adapters, connected as an independent wireless LAN.
  • Page 71 ERMINOLOGY Ethernet – A popular local area data communications network, which accepts transmission from computers and terminals. Ethernet operates on a 10 Mbps baseband transmission rate, using a shielded coaxial cable or shielded twisted pair telephone wire. Infrastructure – An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration.
  • Page 72 ERMINOLOGY...
  • Page 74 Fax 81-45-224-2331 Australia: 61-2-8875-7887; Fax 61-2-8875-7777 India: 91-22-8204437 ; Fax 91-22-8204443 If you are looking for further contact information, please visit www.smc.com, www.smc-europe.com, or www.smc-asia.com. Model Number: SMC2671W 38 Tesla Revision Number E102003-R01 F 1.0 Irvine, CA 92618 Part Number: 150000030200E...

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