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  • Page 1 ® SpaceLink™ Access Point WL-300 User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
  • Page 3 Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 (English) Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698 Support Email: tsd@asus.com.tw Web Site: www.asus.com.tw Newsgroup: cscnews.asus.com.tw ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address: 6737 Mowry Avenue, Mowry Business Center, Building 2, Newark, CA 94560, USA General Fax: +1-510-608-4555 General Email: tmd1@asus.com Technical Support...

  • Page 4: Safety Statements

    Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information In order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ..................8 The SpaceLink™ Family ............... 8 System Requirements ................8 The IEEE 802.11b Specification ............11 Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum ............. 12 Wireless Operation ................13 SpaceLink™ Access Point LED Indicators .......... 16 Power Requirements ................16 2.
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 4. Wireless Performance ............... 39 Site Topography ................... 39 Site Surveys ..................39 Range ....................39 External Antenna Placement ............... 40 Location of antenna connector ............41 5. Troubleshooting ................. 42 Common Problems and Solutions ............42 Reset to Defaults .................

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing the SpaceLink™ Access Point, a member of ASUS’ SpaceLink™ wireless infrastructure family. The SpaceLink™ Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11b wireless standard to provide wireless mobile clients with network connectivity at data rates of up to 11 Mbps.

  • Page 9: The Product Package

    Each SpaceLink™ Access Point comes with: • One SpaceLink™ Access Point (WL-300) • One power adapter (5 Volts DC, 1 Amp) • One SpaceLink™ Access Point (WL-300) Quick Start Guide • One SpaceLink™ Access Point (WL-300) User’s Manual • One warranty card •...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1 - Introduction SpaceLink™ Access Point Models There are two models of the SpaceLink™ Access Point available. Both models offer the same functionality and have the same user interface. Basic Model is an SpaceLink™ Access Point that ships with an integrated antenna that provides diversity.

  • Page 11: The Ieee 802.11B Specification

    Chapter 1 - Introduction The IEEE 802.11b Specification In 1997, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) adopted the 802.11 standard for wireless devices operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This standard includes provisions for three radio technologies: direct sequence spread spectrum, frequency hopping spread spectrum, and infrared.

  • Page 12: Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum

    Chapter 1 - Introduction Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum Spread spectrum (broadband) uses a narrowband signal to spread the transmission over a segment of the radio frequency band or spectrum. Direct- sequence is a spread spectrum technique where the transmitted signal is spread over a particular frequency range.

  • Page 13: Wireless Operation

    Chapter 1 - Introduction Wireless Operation The SpaceLink™ Access Point supports three modes of operation: • Access Point: The SpaceLink™ Access Point operates as a stand-alone device to provide network access to wireless mobile clients. • Access Point Client: The SpaceLink™ Access Point partners with another SpaceLink Access Point to provide network access to wireless mobile clients.
  • Page 14 Chapter 1 - Introduction Access Point will not forward the packet to the wireless mobile clients. The SpaceLink™ Access Point applies the same principles to determine if a packet received over its radio should be forwarded to the Ethernet network. The SpaceLink™...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1 - Introduction Roaming Guidelines • An 802.11b PC Card can only roam between 802.11b Access Points. • All SpaceLink™ Access Points must have the same SSID. • All computers with SpaceLink™ PC card or CF card adapters must have the same SSID as the Access Points that they will roam between.

  • Page 16: Spacelink™ Access Point Led Indicators

    Chapter 1 - Introduction SpaceLink™ Access Point LED Indicators There are three LEDs on the front of the SpaceLink™ Access Point, as shown here. Power (Amber) Air (Green) Link (Green) Power LED The Power LED is the top LED and turns amber when the power adapter is connected and the power switch is turned ON.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Chapter 1 - Introduction 2. Installation This chapter describes the installation procedure for the SpaceLink Access Point and includes a description of the LEDs found on the unit. Installation Procedure Follow these steps to install the SpaceLink Access Point. 1. Determine the best location for the SpaceLink Access Point. Keep in mind the following considerations: •...

  • Page 18: Wall Mounting Option

    Chapter 2 - Installation 4. Attach one end of the AC power adapter, included in the product package, to the back of the SpaceLink Access Point and the other end to a power outlet. Note: Use the Access Point only with the power adapter supplied in the product package.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 - Installation Step 1 Before: After: Step 2 Before: After: Note: Mounting brackets are provided for you to hang the SpaceLink Access Point on an office partition or office ceiling. SpaceLink Access Point...

  • Page 20: Spacelink Access Point Manager

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager 3. SpaceLink Access Point Manager This chapter describes how to access the SpaceLink Access Point Manager, which is used to configure SpaceLink Access Points. Installing the Access Point Manager Follow these steps to install the SpaceLink Access Point Manager in Windows: 1.
  • Page 21 Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Installing the Access Point Manager (Cont.) 5. Click Next after reading the set- 6. When setup is complete, click Fin- tings. ish to exit the setup wizard. 7. Launch ASUS AP Manager through “Start | Programs”. SpaceLink Access Point...

  • Page 22: Connecting To Spacelink Access Points

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Connecting to SpaceLink Access Points Wired Ethernet Cable Besides using a network hub, you can also connect a LAN cable from your computer’s network card to the Access Point using either a straight or crossover cable because the SpaceLink Access Point RJ-45 port has auto- crossover capability.

  • Page 23: Searching For Spacelink Access Points

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Searching for SpaceLink Access Points The computer running the SpaceLink Access Point Manager must be on the same IP subnet as the SpaceLink Access Point in order to successfully find SpaceLink Access Points. 1.
  • Page 24 Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Searching for SpaceLink Access Points (Cont.) 3. Enter the default password asus (lower case) and click OK. The password is required to make setting changes. Note: If you cannot find any SpaceLink Access Points due to a prob- lem in the IP settings, push and hold the “Reset to Defaults”...

  • Page 25: Using The Spacelink Access Point Manager

    Flash Code (Firmware) version installed on the SpaceLink Access Point. Periodically, a new Flash Code is available for SpaceLink Access Points on ASUS’s Web site. You can update the SpaceLink Access Point’s Flash Code using the Access Point upgrade tool called “ASUS AP Live Update”...
  • Page 26 (cannot be left blank). Each time you apply a change, you will be prompted to enter a Password. The default Password is “asus” (lower case). If you forget the SpaceLink Access Point’s password, you can reset the SpaceLink Access Point to its factory settings (see troubleshooting).
  • Page 27 Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Connection Click the Connection tab to view the SpaceLink Access Point Radio Statistics screen. The Radio Statistics provide information concerning the number of packets sent and received by the SpaceLink Access Point every second. The following Radio Statistics are available for an 802.11b Access Point: •...
  • Page 28 Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager IP Config The SpaceLink Access Point Manager has many smart features including: • The SpaceLink Access Point can receive a dynamic IP address from a network DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server. • The SpaceLink Access Point can be assigned a static IP address via the SpaceLink Access Point...

  • Page 29: Buttons

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager If you have a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server on the network, then the DHCP server will automatically assign the SpaceLink Access Point an IP address when the SpaceLink Access Point is powered up. To determine what IP address has been assigned to the SpaceLink Access Point, review the IP address on the “General”...

  • Page 30: Ssid

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Wireless Config SSID The SSID is a string of up to 32 ASCII characters that must match on all communicating 802.11b devices within the same network. SSID stands for Service Set ID. The SSID is also referred to as the “ESSID”...
  • Page 31 Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Channel IEEE 802.11b devices are direct sequence spread spectrum devices that spread a radio signal over a range of frequencies. The range of frequencies used by a direct sequence device is called a Channel. The IEEE 802.11b specification supports up to 14 overlapping Channels for radio communication.

  • Page 32: Advanced

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Advanced This page is normally hidden unless you click the “Advanced” button from the “Wireless Config” page. RTS threshold This is the minimum packet size to require the RTS (Request To Send). For packets smaller than this threshold, an RTS is not sent and the packet is transmitted directly to wireless mobile client.

  • Page 33: Wep Encryption

    WEP key. Note: This function eases users from having to remember their passwords and is compatible to ASUS SpaceLink family of prod- ucts. But this is not as secure as manual assignment.

  • Page 34: 64/128Bits Versus 40/104Bits

    “Initialization Vector” (not under user control). This together makes 64 bits (40 + 24). Some vendors refer to this level of WEP as 40 bits and others refer to this as 64 bits. ASUS SpaceLink products use the term 64 bits when referring to this lower level of encryption.

  • Page 35: Authorization Table

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Authorization Table To add security, the SpaceLink Access Point has the ability to only associate with wireless mobile clients that have their MAC address entered into this page. In order to see the currently entered authorized MAC Address, you must click “Get from AP”...

  • Page 36: Operational Mode

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Operational Mode Access Point The Operation Mode configures the SpaceLink Access Point for a specific purpose. By default, the SpaceLink Access Point is set to serve as an “Access Point” where a wireless mobile client can connect wirelessly to a wired Ethernet network.

  • Page 37: Ssid

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Access Point Client The “Access Point Client” mode allows one SpaceLink Access Point (the one on the right in the picture) to be used as a “client” in order to bridge a group of wired clients to another network (the one on the left).

  • Page 38: Point To Point

    Chapter 3 - SpaceLink Access Point Manager Wireless Bridge The Wireless Bridge mode has two options; a Point to Point setting and a Point to MultiPoint setting. Point to Point With Point to Point, the SpaceLink Access Point can only communicate with one other SpaceLink Access Point that is also set to Wireless Bridge mode.

  • Page 39: Wireless Performance

    Chapter 4 - Wireless Performance 4. Wireless Performance This section provides the user with ideas for how to improve the performance of a SpaceLink 802.11b network. Site Topography For optimal performance, locate wireless mobile clients and SpaceLink Access Points away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment.

  • Page 40: External Antenna Placement

    Chapter 4 - Wireless Performance The IEEE 802.11b specification supports four data rates: 11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps, and 1 Mbps. Operation at 1 Mbps provides greater range than operation at 11 Mbps. The SpaceLink Access Point will automatically adjust the data rate to maintain a usable radio connection.

  • Page 41: Location Of Antenna Connector

    Chapter 4 - Wireless Performance Location of antenna connector Slide the right side cover back to reveal the antenna connector. Note: Optional antenna kits are not currently available. Check with your local dealer for availability. SpaceLink Access Point...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 -Troubleshooting 5. Troubleshooting The SpaceLink Access Point is designed to be very easy to install and operate. However, if you experience difficulties, use the information in this chapter to help diagnose and solve problems. If you cannot resolve a problem, contact Technical Support, as listed on the front of this manual.

  • Page 43: Reset To Defaults

    192.168.39.130 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 0.0.0.0 SSID “default” Channel WEP type WEP disable AP name “ASUS AP” Operational mode AP mode Only allow IP packets Disable Authorization table Disable Host AP / Wireless Bridge MAC Add. 00-00-00-00-00-00 Fragmentation threshold 2346...
  • Page 44 Chapter 5 -Troubleshooting Problem My 802.11b PC Card will not associate with the SpaceLink Access Point. Solution Follow these steps: 1. Try to bring the devices closer together; the PC Card may be out of range of the SpaceLink Access Point. 2.
  • Page 45 Web site at http://www.asus.com. Ideally, you should update an Access Point’s Flash Code using the “ASUS AP Live Update” utility installed along with the “ASUS AP Manager”. See the next section for instructions on using “ASUS AP Live Update”.

  • Page 46: Updating The Spacelink Access Point Firmware

    Appendix Updating the SpaceLink Access Point Firmware Run ASUS AP Live Update from Start | Programs | ASUS WLAN AP Utilities. Choose a method of updating the SpaceLink Access Point firmware. If you choose the update from Internet option, it will compare your version to determine if updating is necessary.
  • Page 47 Appendix When you update from disk, you will be asked to choose the SpaceLink Access Point you wish to update. You should close the SpaceLink Access Point Manager if opened. If it is opened, the update utility will not automatically detect the SpaceLink Access Point and you will be asked to enter the IP address manually.

  • Page 48: Appendix

    Appendix 6. Appendix IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence Channels The IEEE 802.11b standard specifies 14 Channels within the 2.4 GHz frequency band. The following table lists the center frequency for each Channel. If operating multiple SpaceLink Access Points in the same vicinity, the distance between the center frequencies must be at least 25 MHz to avoid interference.

  • Page 49: Country Identification Codes

    Appendix Country Identification Codes Use the table below to select a Country Name, First Channel, Number (No.) of Channels, Default Channel, Maximum Transmit Power, Regulatory Domain, and Country ID. Update these values in the AP installation screen. Note: Contact a local representative for any country not listed. Country Name Country ID Channels Max.
  • Page 50 Appendix Country Name Country ID Channels Max. Tx Regulatory Domain Power (dBm) First No. Default India * 13 3 Indonesia 13 3 Ireland 13 11 Israel Italy 13 11 Japan 14 11 Jordan 13 3 Kuwait 13 11 Liechtenstein 13 11 Lithuania 13 3 Luxembourg...

  • Page 51: Data Input Criteria

    Appendix Data Input Criteria Data field Length Criteria Password 1-16 1. All printable characters 2. Cannot be null string. IP address [field 1] 1-223 [field 2] 0-255 [field 3] 0-255 [field 4] 1-254 Subnet mask [field 1] 0-255 [field 2] 0-255 [field 3] 0-255...

  • Page 52: Spacelink Access Point Specifications

    SpaceLink Access Point Specifications The following technical specification is for reference purposes only. Actual product’s performance and compliance with local telecommunications regulations may vary from country to country. ASUS will only ship products that are type approved in the destination country. Ethernet Interface...

  • Page 53: Operating Modes

    Appendix Supported OS Windows 98, 98SE, ME, NT4, 2000, XP SNMP Support MIB II, Proprietary Wireless MIBs LED Indicators Power, Wireless, Ethernet DC Power Adapter AC Input: 100V to 240V(50 to 60HZ) DC Output: 5V with max. 1 A current Operating Temp.

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