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NETGEAR WN802T-100NAS Reference Manual

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NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10204-01
August 2006

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  • Page 1 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10204-01 August 2006...

  • Page 2: Regulatory Compliance Information

    In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3 [Swedish] väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Íslenska Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar [Icelandic] kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende [Norwegian] krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
  • Page 4 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE PY306200049 Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate the equipment. v1.3, August 2006...
  • Page 5 Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
  • Page 6 v1.3, August 2006...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Manual Conventions, Formats and Scope ..................ix How to Use This Manual ....................x How to Print this Manual ....................x Chapter 1 Introduction About the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point ............1-1 Key Features ........................1-1 System Requirements ....................1-2 What’s in the Box ......................1-2 Front Panel of the RangeMax NEXT ................1-3 Back Panel of the RangeMax NEXT ................1-4...
  • Page 8 WEP/WPA Settings ....................3-2 SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form ..............3-4 Configuring WEP ......................3-5 Configuring WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK .........3-7 Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address ...............3-8 Chapter 4 Management Rebooting the RangeMax NEXT ..................4-5 Viewing Statistics ......................4-6 Advanced Wireless Settings ...................4-7 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the access point.

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    About This Manual The NETGEAR ® RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.

  • Page 10: How To Use This Manual

    • button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online KnowledgeBase for the product model. • Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
  • Page 11 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual – Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view and print PDF files. The Acrobat reader is available on the Adobe Web site at http://www.adobe.com. – Click the print icon in the upper left of the window.
  • Page 12 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual v1.3, August 2006...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter describes some of the key features of the NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation (“System Requirements” on page 1-2.), package contents (“What’s in the Box” on page...

  • Page 14: System Requirements

    Wall mount kit. • Warranty and Support Information Card. If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the router for repair. Introduction...

  • Page 15: Front Panel Of The Rangemax Next

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Front Panel of the RangeMax NEXT The front panel of the RangeMax NEXT houses three LEDS that display the status of power to the wireless access point, Ethernet connectivity and whether a wireless signal is being sent. To identify the status lights on the front panel of the WN802T and verify connection, refer to Table 1-1 below.

  • Page 16: Back Panel Of The Rangemax Next

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Table 1-1. Status Light Descriptions Label Activity Description Power On -- Green Solid Power is supplied the and the WN802T has passed its diagnostic test. Power is not supplied to the router. Solid Amber System is being initialized.

  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Viewed from top to bottom: 1. The reset button which can be used to reset the WN802T or restore the factory default settings. Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications” for more information on restoring the factory default settings.
  • Page 18 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Introduction v1.3, August 2006...

  • Page 19: Installation And Configuration

    Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b/g/Next or 802.11b/g wireless adapters to connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on your LAN. Note: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11b/g/Next or 802.11b/g wireless networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more.

  • Page 20: System Requirements

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WN802T. For complete performance specifications, see Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications”. For best results, place your wireless access point: •...

  • Page 21: Configuring The Rangemax Next

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Configuring the RangeMax NEXT Before installing the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your Ethernet network is up and working. You will be connecting the access point to the Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11Next/b/g or 802.11b/g wireless adapters will be able to communicate with computers on the Ethernet network.
  • Page 22 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Figure 2-1 3. Click OK. The main menu of the WN802T will display as shown in Figure 2-2. • When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, you can select the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view the documentation for the wireless access point.
  • Page 23 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Figure 2-2 To configure the Basic LAN settings: 1. Select Basic Settings under Setup on left side of the main menu. The Basic Settings screen will display. The default settings should be suitable for most users and environments. Installation and Configuration v1.3, August 2006...
  • Page 24 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Figure 2-3 2. Enter the Access Point Name of the WN802T. This unique name is the access point NetBIOS name. The Access Point Name is printed on the rear label of the WN802T. The default is netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxxx represents the last 6 digits of the WN802T MAC address.

  • Page 25: Configuring Your Wireless Settings

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual – Default Gateway. Enter the IP address of the gateway for your LAN. For more complex networks, enter the address of the router for the network segment to which the wireless access point is connected. The default is 0.0.0.0. –...
  • Page 26 SSID in order for the wireless device to communicate with the WN802T. If they do not match, you will not get a wireless connection to the WN802T. The default is NETGEAR. • Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). If Enabled, the Wireless Access Point broadcasts its SSID allowing Wireless Stations which have a “null”...

  • Page 27: Verifying Basic Wireless Connectivity

    (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers). Should this happen, you may want to experiment with different channels to see which is the best. See the article on “Wireless Channels” available on the NETGEAR website. (A link to this article and other articles of interest can be found in Appendix B, “Related...

  • Page 28: Deploying The Rangemax Next

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Deploying the RangeMax NEXT Now that you have completed the setup steps, you can deploy the WN802T in your network. If needed, you can now reconfigure the computer you used in step 1 in “Configuring the RangeMax NEXT”...

  • Page 29: Configuring And Testing Your Pcs For Wireless Connectivity

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Step 1 Step 3 Step 2 Figure 2-5 Configuring and Testing Your PCs for Wireless Connectivity Program the wireless adapter of your PCs to have the same SSID and channel that you configured in Wireless Settings for the WN802T.
  • Page 30 Figure 2-7 1. NetBIOS name login is not supported in the initial release of the firmware. Check the Release Notes of your firmware version for NetBIOS support at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WN802T.asp. 2-12 Installation and Configuration v1.3, August 2006...
  • Page 31 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual 4. Click OK. Your Web browser should automatically find the RangeMax NEXT and display the home screen, as shown in Figure 2-6 above. Installation and Configuration 2-13 v1.3, August 2006...
  • Page 32 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual 2-14 Installation and Configuration v1.3, August 2006...

  • Page 33: Wireless Security Settings

    Chapter 3 Wireless Security Settings Your wireless data transmissions can be received well beyond your walls by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The RangeMax NEXT provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in this chapter.

  • Page 34: Wep/Wpa Settings

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual • Use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption provides data security. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame rekeying of WPA make it virtually impossible to compromise. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited.
  • Page 35 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Table 3-1. Data Encryption Settings (continued) Data Encryption Type Description 128 bits WEP Standard WEP encryption, using 104/128 bit encryption. TKIP Automatic encryption with WPA-PSK; requires passphrase Automatic encryption with WPA2-PSK; requires passphrase •...

  • Page 36: Ssid And Wep/Wpa Settings Setup Form

    • SSID: The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. NETGEAR is the default WN802T SSID. However, you may customize it by using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized SSID on the line below. ___________________________________ Note: The SSID in the wireless access point is the SSID you configure in the wireless adapter card.

  • Page 37: Configuring Wep

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Configuring WEP To configure WEP data encryption: 1. Select WEP/WPA Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane. The WEP/ WPA Settings screen will display. Figure 3-2 2. Check the WEP radio button. The WEP Security Encryption options will display. Select the Authentication Type from the pull-down menu.
  • Page 38 See the document “Wireless Communications” for a full explanation of each of these options, as defined by the IEEE 802.11 wireless communication standard. A link to this document on the NETGEAR website is in Appendix B, “Related Documents.”...

  • Page 39: Configuring Wpa-Psk, Wpa2-Psk And Wpa-Psk + Wpa2-Psk

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Configuring WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK + WPA2- Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or above include the client software that supports WPA.

  • Page 40: Restricting Wireless Access By Mac Address

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual 2. Select one of the following ratio buttons: WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2- PSK. The Security encryption Passphrase field will display. Figure 3-5 3. Enter the preshared key Passphrase (Network Key). 4.
  • Page 41 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual To restrict access based on MAC addresses: 1. Log in to the WN802T using the default address of http:/192.168.0.233, user name of admin and default password of password, or whatever LAN address and password you have set up. 2.
  • Page 42 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Figure 3-7 2. If the wireless PC you want to add appears in the list, check its adjacent radio button and click Add. • If the PC is not displayed, make sure that it is configured correctly and click Refresh. •...

  • Page 43: Management

    WN802T configuration settings you have made. The backup file can be used in this event. The default password for the WN802T is password. NETGEAR recommends that you change this password to a more secure password.

  • Page 44: Upgrading The Wireless Access Point Firmware

    The software of the RangeMax NEXT is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from the NETGEAR Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file), you must first extract the image (.img) file before sending it to the wireless access point.
  • Page 45 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Figure 4-3 4. Click Browse and go to the location of the downloaded software upgrade file. 5. Click Upload. Warning: When uploading firmware to the wireless access point, it is important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page.
  • Page 46 To restore settings from a backup file: – Click Browse under the Restore Saved Settings from a File heading. Locate and select the previously saved backup file (by default, netgear.cfg). – Click Retrieve. A window will appear with the message that the wireless access point has been successfully restored to its previous settings.

  • Page 47: Rebooting The Rangemax Next

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual – A list of the factory default settings can be found in Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications”. Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes restarting.

  • Page 48: Viewing Statistics

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual 2. Click Refresh to update the list and force the wireless access point to look for associated devices. Figure 4-6 • For each device, the table shows the Station ID, MAC address, IP Address, and Status (whether the device is allowed to communicate with the wireless access point or not).

  • Page 49: Advanced Wireless Settings

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Figure 4-7 • The Wired Ethernet section of the table displays traffic statistics for the wired Ethernet interface. • The Wireless section displays traffic statistics for the wireless interface. 2. Click Refresh to update the current statistics. Advanced Wireless Settings We recommend that the Advanced Wireless Settings should be modified only by an administrator very familiar with the ramifications of changing the Wireless LAN parameters.
  • Page 50 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual • Beacon Interval. The Beacon Interval specifies the interval of time between 20ms and 1000ms for each beacon transmission. The default value is 100 ms. • DTIM Interval. The Delivery Traffic Indication Message Interval specifies the data beacon rate between 1 and 255.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point and plugged in to a working power outlet or power strip. • Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access point; in this case the Switching Power Supply. The Ethernet light is not lit.

  • Page 52: I Cannot Configure The Access Point From A Browser

    If the Wireless LAN activity light stays off, disconnect the adapter from its power source and then plug it in again. • Contact NETGEAR if the WLAN light remains off. I cannot configure the access point from a browser. Check these items: •...

  • Page 53: When I Enter A Url Or Ip Address I Get A Timeout Error

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual • The computer with the wireless adapter may not have the correct TCP/IP settings to communicate with the network. Restart the computer and check that TCP/IP is set up properly for that network. The usual setting for Windows on the Network Properties is set to “Obtain an IP address automatically.”...
  • Page 54 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual • Reset to Factory Defaults: This button can also be used to clear ALL data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values. These settings are shown in Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications”.

  • Page 55: Default Settings And Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Default Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix provides the factory default settings and technical specifications for the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point. Factory Default Settings You can use the reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory defaults.
  • Page 56 Time Zone Adjusted for Daylight Saving Disabled Time Wireless Operating Mode 11b/g/Next (20/40 MHz) Wireless Communication Enabled Wireless Network Name (SSID) NETGEAR Broadcast Network Name SSID Enabled Security Disabled Transmission Speed Auto Country/Region United States (in North America; otherwise, varies by...

  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Technical Specifications Table A-2. WN802T Technical Specifications Parameter RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point 802.11Next Data Rates 7.2, 14.4, 21.7, 28.9,43.3, 57.8, 65, 72.2, 87.7, 115.6, 130 & 144.4 Mbps (20Hz) 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120. 135. 150, 180, 240, 270 & 300 Mbps (40Hz) 802.11b/g Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 38, 54, &...
  • Page 58 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Default Settings and Technical Specifications v1.3, August 2006...

  • Page 59: Appendix B Related Documents

    Appendix B Related Documents This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Link Internet Networking and TCP/IP http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm Addressing Wireless Communications http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm Preparing a Computer for http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm...
  • Page 60 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Related Documents v1.3, August 2006...
  • Page 61 Index Numerics Broadcast SSID 2-8 Broadcast Wireless Network Name 2-8 11b/g/Next default mode 2-9 128-bit data encryption 3-5 192.168.0.210 Change Password 4-1 static IP, default 5-2 Channel/Frequency 2-9 192.168.0.210, Static IP Address 2-3 channel/frequency 192.168.0.230, default address 2-3 default Australia 2-9 default Canada 2-9 192.168.0.233 default Europe 2-9...
  • Page 62 NetBIOS 2-6 Flash memory, for firmware upgrade 1-2 login name 5-2 Fragmentation Length 4-7 NetBIOS name default 5-2 logging in 2-12 Gateway NETGEAR default address 2-7 default SSID 2-8 Network Authentication 3-2 types of 3-2 New Password 4-2 http //192.168.0.230 2-12...
  • Page 63 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual Primary DNS Servers settings default 2-7 restoring from a file 4-4 Shared Key 3-3 SSID 2-8, 2-11 disabling, consequences of 3-1 radio frequency static IP recommended channels 2-2 default 5-2 spacing between APs 2-2 Static IP Address, 192.168.0.210 2-3 Range 2-1 Statistics 4-6...
  • Page 64 RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual WEP Authentication 3-3 WEP/WPA Settings 3-7 Wired Ethernet statistics 4-7 Wireless 2-7 statistics 4-7 wireless access point deployment of 2-10 Wireless Card Access Setup 3-9 wireless configuring 802.11b/g modes 2-3, 2-7 802.11b/g/Next mode 2-3, 2-7 wireless connectivity testing 2-9 Wireless Mode 2-8...

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