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Gigabyte GN-A11G User Manual

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  • Page 1 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 3: Table Of Contents

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ... 4 Overview ... 4 Features ... 4 Package Contents ... 5 Rear and side panel ... 5 Front Panel... 6 Chapter 2 QUICK INSTALLATION... 7 Hardware Requirements... 7 System Requirements ... 7 Internet Configuration Requirements...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    802.11b or standard Wi-Fi with 11M bit/sec bandwidth. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point supports 802.11b and 802.11g clients. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point is able to connect IEEE 802.11g or IEEE802.11b devices to networks. Providing transmission speeds of up to...

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Package Contents Before the installation procedures, please ensure the components are not damaged during the shipping. The package contents of the GN-A11G shall include: - One GN-A11GWireless LAN Access Point - One Power Adapter - One installation CD contains AP Manager and User’s Guide - User’s Guide...

  • Page 6: Front Panel

    The Wireless LAN Access Point’s LEDs display information about the AP’s status. Power on (Green LED) When the LED is on, the power is supplied to GN-A11G. Note: When you change the settings and save them, the power LED will be temporarily off.

  • Page 7: Chapter 2 Quick Installation

    Windows OS. Internet Configuration Requirements To connect AP Manager with Wireless LAN Access Point, please set up the following parameters for TCP/IP configuration: Static IP Address: 192.168.1.x (e.g, 2~253) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.1.254 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...

  • Page 8: Hardware Installation

    (normally fixed on the wall). 4. Connect one end of power adapter to AP and the other end to a socket. (Note: please only use the power adapter provided in the Gigabyte’s package; the device may be damaged if a different adapter is used.) As for normal households, the range of signal receiption should not be an issue.
  • Page 9 AP.) 3. Please make sure an exclusive IP for each AP. 4. After setting all APs successfully, you can use AP manager to control / monitor all APs. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point PC (AP Manager) 192.168.1.x 192.168.1.1 (Default)
  • Page 10 PC(AP Manager) and AP. Or, you can set the PC (AP Manager) as “Obtain an IP address automatically” and assign IPs with the same DHCP. DHCP Server Converter/Hub Access Point Note: You can use Gigabyte AP Manager to connect APs through Wireless LAN adaptor instead of wired Ethernet.

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Access Point Manager (Ap Manager)

    Manager) Two methods to set up APs: Web-based configuration or AP Manager Utility. Gigabyte AP Manager Utility is only used for Gigabyte AP. This Chapter will introduce how to set up APs through AP Manager. Note: 1. The efficiency of wired connection is better than that of wireless connections among APs.
  • Page 12 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Step 4: Enter users’ data and then click “Next”. Step 5: Click “Next” to accept default directory or “Browse” other locations.
  • Page 13 Step 6: Click “Next”. Step 7: Click “Next”. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 14 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Step 8: Wait for a while. Step 9: Click “Finish” to complete the installation.

  • Page 15: Using Access Point Manager

    You can click Start > Program > Manager to launch Gigabyte AP Manager. Enter password “admin” and click “OK” button. When you open Gigabyte AP Manager, it will automatically search for AP in the same Subnet. You can also double click Task bar...
  • Page 16 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Tree structure ESSID (GIGABYTE) Name of wireless LAN Access Point (GN-A11G) Task bar Tool: Allows you to “Search” AP and “Connect to AP by IP” through ESSID, AP name, MAC address and IP address. I t also allows you to “Save”...
  • Page 17 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Tool bar Find Access Point Find all APs in the same Subnet. Save AP Configuration Save AP configurations in a temporary file. Load AP Configuration Load AP configuration saved in a temporary file. Page Copy Copy configuration for current page.
  • Page 18 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point System Page The system page displays “Device Information” and “Change Community String”. Device Information “Device Information” includes AP names, MAC addresses, description, version, wireless type and card configuration type. 1. You may change “AP name” to any name exclusive for the AP.
  • Page 19 Manager and agent systems (all APs) and controls the access of AP Manager to APs with password. The default value is “public”. Go to “Task Bar” -> “Password” -> “Set Commuinity String” and change the community string for AP Manager. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 20 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point IP Config Page Set the IP parameters for APs in “IP Configure” tab. IP Address Assign an IP address to the AP with this option. The default IP address is 192.168.1.1. Please make sure the assigned IP address is exclusive for the Subnet Mask Please assign a Subnet Mask for an AP.
  • Page 21 When the 802.1d Spanning Tree function is enabled, the circuit problem among multi APs or routers in the network can be avoided. The default value is “Disable”. Confirm your desired settings and press “Apply” button to save the settings in the AP. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 22 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Wireless Operation Page The wireless equipment still can operate smoothly with no changes made for any options on this page. Region Due to different regions have different open channel regulations, please check whether the default value for the region is the value for your local area.
  • Page 23 SSID is up to 32 ASCII characters in length and case sensitive (ie. Letters in upper case “A~Z” and lower case “a~z” are unique). Confirm your setting and click “Apply” button to save the settings in APs. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point “Enable” selected,...
  • Page 24 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Encryption Page In this page you may secure your network by using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) 802.11b/g standard of 64/128 bytes “ “64bits” or “128bits” is selected, the data transmitted will be encrypted and unauthorized users will be prevented from accessing the wireless network.
  • Page 25 When you select WPA authentication type, a window for Radius setting will display as followed. Please note IP configure shall be set as fixed IP address and DHCP mode as “disabled” when WPA authentication type is selected. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point 802.1X Authentication Protocol is an...
  • Page 26 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point WPA Algorithm Three setting are possible: TKIP, AES or Auto. RADIUS server IP Please assign an IP address to the primary RADIUS server (authentication server). RADIUS Port The setting range is 1~65536 and the default value is 1812.
  • Page 27 The 128 bits encryption uses 104 bits as a secret key, which can be controlled by user, and 24 bits as the initial vector. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point server (authentication server). The setting range is 1~65536 and the default value is 1812.
  • Page 28 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Advanced Page For enhance the security of wireless network, this AP provides the MAC address filtering mechanism to prevent the unauthorized users access. Check “Enable MAC filter” and key in MAC address table, then only those MAC address in the table are allowed to connect to this AP.
  • Page 29 The Access Point supports three operation modes: “Access Point”, “Point to Point” and “Point to MultiPoint”. The default operation mode is “Access Point”. Access Point Point to Point GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point mode is set to “Access Point” by default. This...
  • Page 30 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Point to MultiPoint Mode Note: The maximum number of “connectable Access Point” is 8. Up to 8 Access Point can be set through list in the “Point to MultiPoint”. In this supported WDS mode, the...
  • Page 31 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Click “Scan” button display “Scan Window”. You can select which Access Point you want or choose “Select All” check box, and then click “OK” to add those MAC address into the WDS list. Besides, you can click “Edit”...
  • Page 32 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Associated List Page Form this page, you will get the information of the workstation which can connect to the Access Point. The form list includes the MAC address, Signal level and description of the workstation.
  • Page 33 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Change AP Manager Password Users can change the administration password of the AP Manager to prevent other user access to the AP Manager. On the menu bar (Password->AP Manager Password) you can invoke the password change dialogue. Please enter a new administration password and confirm it then press “OK”...

  • Page 34: Firmware Upgrade

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Firmware upgrade You can download the upgraded firmware version from Gigabyte website. Execute TFTP program Step 1: You can find the “Upgrade Tool” through Start\Programs\Gigabyte AP Manager Utility\Gigabyte AP Upgrade. Step 2: The “Gigabyte Firmware Upgrade Tool” screen will appear. Please enter the “AP IP Address”...

  • Page 35: Uninstall Ap Manager Utility

    You can find the Uninstall program through Start\Programs\Gigabyte AP Manager Utility\Uninstall. Step 1: InstallShield Wizard will appear then please wait. Step 2: Click “Yes”. Step 3: Click “OK” and then the Gigabyte AP Manager Utility has been uninstalled successfully. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 36 And then the InstallShield Wizard will appear on the screen. Please choose one of the options what you want then click “Next” to modify, repair or remove the Gigabyte AP Manager Utility.

  • Page 37: Chapter 4 Web-Based Configuration

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Chapter 4 Web-based configuration Two methods are available to set up AP: Web-based configuration or AP Manager Utility. This section introduces web-based configuration to set up AP with RJ45 Ethernet cables and computers connected to AP.
  • Page 38 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Wireless Basic Settings The AP will automatically detect your wireless setting. Basically, no more modification is required. Changes on these setting will influence your wireless configuration. SSID ESSID or SSID means AP names in the wireless network. You should set the same ESSID of all APs for dynamic clients to roam among APs.
  • Page 39 Wi-Fi but a must for WPA. If a RADIUS server is not avaiable in your environment, regardless of the needs of 802.1X, you can use WPA. As another option for RADIUS server, WPA supports pre-shared key. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 40 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point WPA Pre-Shared Key One of the biggest drawbacks to traditional WEP security is changing the encryption key. Even you change encrypted keys any time; you still can not select all APs and wireless LAN adapter while changing encrypted keys.
  • Page 41 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Wireless Access Control You may set up users that are allowed to connect to AP via MAC. Only computers listed in the table can connect to AP when this function is enabled. TCP/IP Settings You may set up IP parameters for APs through TCP/IP setting screen.
  • Page 42 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point IP Address Assign an IP address to the AP with this option. The default IP address is 192.168.1.1. Please make sure the assigned IP address is exclusive for the Subnet Mask Please assign a Subnet Mask for an AP. The default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
  • Page 43 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point System Settings-Password Setup You may set up administrator’s user name and password to prevent other users from accessing to AP and changing settings. If the field on the screen is blank, no protection is provided for security.
  • Page 44 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point System Settings-Save/Reload Settings You may save the current configuration as a file for restoring configuration in the future. You may press “Reset” to restore to factory default. Statistics Statistics shows you the packets flow status on the wireless LAN and Ethernet.
  • Page 45 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Upgrade Firmware You can upgrade the firmware for AP with this tool. The latest firmware version can be downloaded from Gigabyte website. Reboot Reboot GN-A11G.

  • Page 46: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter gives information about troubleshooting your wireless Access Point. Read the descriptions below to help you diagnose and solve the problem. Q: What to do if you forget your password or forget the IP address of the Access Point? A: Please press the “init”...

  • Page 47: Appendix A: Glossary

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Appendix A: Glossary Access Point An Access Point is a wired controller that sends data to the wireless NIC’s installed in your network computers, and received data back from them. An Access Point is often connected to the network computer that has Internet access, or is directly connected to an ADSL or cable modem.
  • Page 48 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point The Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed Internet directory service.DNS is used mostly to translate between domain names and IP addresses, and to control Internet email delivery. Most Internet services rely on DNS to work, and if DNS fails, web sites cannot be located and email delivery stalls.
  • Page 49 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point SSID The SSID is the name represents the routers and Access Point in wireless network. Subnet Mask A mask used to determine which subnet a IP address belongs to. A IP address has two components, the network address and the host address. Subnetting enables the network administrator to further divide the host part of the address into two or more subnets.

  • Page 50: Appendix B: Specifications

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Appendix B: Specifications Physical Interface The Wireless Access Point includes one RJ-45 Ethernet LAN ports, one init button and one antenna. Item Contents LAN Port x 1 Reset Button Antenna Specifications System Specification Data Rates...

  • Page 51: Appendix C: Configuration Of The Pcs

    TCP/IP installed. If you have not installed the TCP/IP communication Protocol, please install it now, and then select your operating system for the setup. The TCP/IP Settings under Windows 2000 Step 1. Click the Start button, select Settings and then click the Control Panel icon. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 52 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Step 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connection icon. Step 3. Double-click the “LAN CONNECTION” and click the “Properties” button.
  • Page 53 Mask to the computer (For example, IP address is192.168.1.2 and Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0), click the “OK” button to return to Local Area Connection Properties. Click the “OK” button again to complete the PC configuration. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...

  • Page 54: The Tcp/Ip Settings Underwindows Xp

    GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point The TCP/IP Settings underWindows XP Step 1. Click the “Start” in the desktop of the Windows to select “Settings”, and then select the “Control Panel”. Step 2. Double-click the “Network Connections” icon.
  • Page 55 Double-click the “LAN CONNECTION” and click the “Properties” button. Step 4. The “Local Area Connection Properties” dialog box will appear. Verfiy that the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item is checked. And then double-click on “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” item. GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point...
  • Page 56 GN-A11G Wireless LAN Access Point Step 5. Assign the static IP address used by the AP and the same Subnet Mask to the computer (For example, IP address is192.168.1.2 and Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0), click the “OK” button to return to “Local Area Connection Properties”.
  • Page 57 Gigabyte may replace or repair the product with either new or reconditioned parts. Repaired or replaced products will be returned to you at the same revision level as received or higher at Gigabyte’s option. Gigabyte reserves the right to replace discounted products with an equivalent generation product.

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