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ActionTec 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point User Manual

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  • Page 1 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Unless otherwise noted, this document and the information herein disclosed are proprietary to Actiontec Electronics, Inc the manufacturer. Any person or entity to whom this document is furnished or who otherwise has possession thereof, by acceptance agrees that it will not be copied or reproduced in whole or in part, nor used in any manner except to meet the purposes for which it was delivered.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Actiontec 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point. You will be able to have full access to your network and share files, printers and even your High-Speed Internet access.

  • Page 4: Contacting Technical Support

    Contacting Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making high-quality, durable, high-performance products. If you should need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available seven days a week from 6 am to 11pm (Mountain Time), to provide profes- sional support.

  • Page 5: Introduction To Wireless Networks

    Access Point. The Actiontec 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point can be connected to a wired network, allowing communication between the wired network and computers using Actiontec 11 Mbps Wireless PC Cards.
  • Page 6 6. Install other client computers if this is applicable to your environment Extending a Wired Network with One or More WirelessAccess Points When the Actiontec Wireless Access Point is used as an extension to a wired network (figure 2), please make sure that the current wired network is completely functional.
  • Page 7 Refer to the appropriate user manual for successful installation of your wireless Note: network. Follow these steps to connect your Actiontec Wireless Access Point directly to your computer: 1. Install a network interface card (NIC) in the computer you want to connect the Actiontec Wireless Access Point to.
  • Page 8 “Regulatory notes and statements” Physical Installation of the Actiontec 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point For the best performance and range, the Actiontec Wireless Access Point needs to be placed in an upright vertical position as shown in Figure 4.
  • Page 9 The Actiontec Wireless Access Point can be installed in 2 different ways: On a desktop. Determine a clear area on your desktop where the Actiontec Wireless Access Point can be placed in an upright position clear of obstructions. Figure 5: Actiontec Wireless Access Point on a desktop Mounted on a wall.

  • Page 10: Installing The Actiontec 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point

    Connecting the Access Point to a Network Now that your Actiontec Wireless Access Point has been installed, it is ready to be connected to the power outlet and to your wired network. Figure 7: Actiontec Wireless Access Point connectors 1. Attach the power adapter output connector to the Actiontec Wireless Access Point, plug it into an AC outlet and check the power LED to confirm if you are connected properly.
  • Page 11 LEDs There are three LEDs (Light emitting diodes) on the Actiontec Wireless Access Point. These visual aids can help you verify proper operation. Power The power LED lights up when the Access Point is connected to a power source. Radio...
  • Page 12 Configuring the Wireless Access Point The Actiontec Wireless Access Point is a ready to use device. It is delivered with default settings that allow you to have access to it without configuring it. When you do configure the Actiontec Wireless Access Point, you can change the settings with respect to security, radio channels, etc.
  • Page 13 3. The Install Shield Wizard will proceed to install the Actiontec Wireless Access Point Configuration Utility. Once completed click Finish to continue. 4. Once the process has completed, you will be returned to the Windows Desktop. You can now use the Actiontec Wireless Access Point Configuration Utility.

  • Page 14: Configuring The Actiontec 11 Mbps Wireless Access Point

    Access Points within range, whether they have been configured properly or not. 3. In the ‘Select wireless ethernet device’ dialog, select the Actiontec Wireless Access Point you want to configure from the list. Once the Actiontec Wireless Access Point is selected, click Next to continue.
  • Page 15 Once the Actiontec Wireless Access Point Configuration Utility has finished and the Actiontec Wireless Access Point is available for configuration in the network, the Web Interface application is launched in a web browser. This will look like you are brows- ing a Web site on the Internet, but in reality you are connecting directly with the Access Point.
  • Page 16 SSID: This is the Service Set ID. Only the Actiontec Wireless Access Point and clients that share the same Service Set ID (SSID) are able to communicate with each other. Make sure that the Actiontec Wireless Access Point and the access computer share the same name.
  • Page 17 Click ‘OK’ to finish updating the exception list. Security Against Eavesdropping The Actiontec Wireless Access Point provides encryption to secure the data flow over the air to and from the Access Point. This can be configured in the ‘Security against eavesdropping’ page.
  • Page 18 Actiontec Wireless Access Point by supplying the correct password. The Actiontec Wireless Access Point can also be locked to insure that no one can change its configuration. In order to unlock the device, you need to press the hard- ware reset button.
  • Page 19 To unlock the Actiontec Wireless Access Point. refer to Frequently Asked Questions’ “Unlocking the Actiontec Wireless Access Point.” Identity This page displays all the physical information on the Actiontec Wireless Access Point. To display the ‘identity’ page, click Here you will be able to make changes to the following settings: Location: This is a text field in which you can enter where the Access Point is installed (“Room 412”).
  • Page 20 IP Settings This page displays all the IP Settings for the Actiontec Wireless Access Point. To display the ‘IP Settings’ page, click On this page, the following settings are displayed: IP Address Subnet mask Gateway It is not possible to change these addresses from within the Web Interface.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The Actiontec Wireless Access Point is a reliable device and its designed to operate unattended. We have recognized some of the potential problems that may arise dur- ing setup and installation, therefore; we have compiled a set of solutions to the most common problems.

  • Page 22: Frequently Asked Questions

    (IAD). For network traffic filtering capabilities a firewall or similar must be used. Does it provide load balancing capabilities? No. The Actiontec Wireless Access Point is not designed to track the load on the network resources. This is just a data transport device. How do I unlock the Access Point?
  • Page 23 You can now use the Web Interface to manage the Access Point again. How do I reset the Access Point to its factory settings? If the reset button is pressed for more than 5 seconds, the Actiontec Wireless Access Point will be reset to the default factory settings: Press the red button found below the power connector and UTP (Ethernet) connector and keep it pressed down.

  • Page 24: Regulatory Notes And Statements

    Regulatory Notes and Statements Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The energy levels of these emissions however are far much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Wireless LAN devices are safe for use by consumers, because they operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safe- ty standards and recommendations.
  • Page 25 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Actiontec Electronics may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment. 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.

  • Page 26: Warranty Statements

    SOFTWARE: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software pro- gram licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to its program speci- fications, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics warrants the media con- taining software against failure during the warranty period.
  • Page 27 The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at Actiontec Electronics’ expense, not later than thirty (30) days after Actiontec Electronics receives the defective product.
  • Page 28 DISPUTE RESOLUTION: The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support in the event the Customer is not satisfied with Actiontec Electronics response to the complaint. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response of the Director of Technical Support, the Customer is instructed to con- tact the Director of Marketing.

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