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Teletronics International MiniLink User Manual

802.11g station adapter/access point/lan ap bridge
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    MiniLink User Manual 802.11g Station Adapter/Access Point/LAN AP Bridge...

  • Page 2: Fcc Information

    FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received; including interference that may cause undesired operation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B and C digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Disclaimers ………………………….………….….…….……….….………..4 Introduction ……………………………………………………………………….5 Before You Start ………………………………………………………………….6 Installation ………………………………………………………………..………. Configuring Windows for IP Networking …………………………………….8 Web Configuration Interface …………………………………………………..10 Appendix A: Warranty Policy ……………………………………………...…..24 Appendix B: RMA Policy …………………………………………………...…..25 Appendix C: Regulatory Information ……………………………………...…26 Appendix D: Contact Information ………………………………………...…..28 Appendix E: Troubleshooting ………………………………………………...29 Appendix F: Glossary ……………………………………..……………………30...

  • Page 4: Disclaimers

    Disclaimers No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation or adaptation) without written permission from the copyright owner. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Statement of Conditions We may make improvements or changes in the product described in this documentation at any time.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    It is easy to configure the device or upgrade the Firmware via WEB browser. Enhanced Security Provides the highest available level of WEP / WAP-PSK as well as MAC Address Control to increase security. MiniLink Product Photos Side View Front View...

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    • Internet Explorer 5.0 or later / Firefox 1.0 or higher Checklist Product Kit Part Listing 1. MiniLink Unit (1) 1. Power over Ethernet Injector (1) 2. 24VDC Power Adapter (1) 3. Ethernet Cable (2) 4. Waterproof RJ-45 Connector (1) 5.

  • Page 7: Installation

    Always double check for any missing parts from the kit you received before deployment. Next step is to set up the computer Ethernet interface for configuring the MiniLink. Since the default IP Address of the unit is on the 192.168.0.x IP range in both Client Bridge and AP mode you’ll need to set the computer Ethernet interface within the same IP range, where the x will have to be a free IP address number from 1-254.

  • Page 8: Configuring Windows For Ip Networking

    Configuring Windows for IP Networking How to assign a static IP Address in Windows XP/2000? 1. Go to “Start” > Click on “Control Panel” > Double-click on “Network Connections” > Right-click on “Local Area Connections” > Click “Properties” 2. Highlight “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and then click “Properties”.
  • Page 9 3. Select Use the following IP address in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. Set your IP address and subnet mask. (The IP Address must be within the same range as your station adapter. The IP Address of your station adapter is 192.168.0.2. You can assign 192.168.0.100 for your computer.

  • Page 10: Web Configuration Interface

    Web Configuration Interface Activate your browser, then type this Station Adapter’s address (e.g. http://192.168.0.2), in the Location (f or IE) or Address field and press Enter. Key in the system password (the default setting is default ) and click on the Login button. You will see the main page. The main window provides 5 items for you to monitor and configure the Wireless LAN Access Point: Information, Configuration, TCP/IP, Statistics and Firmware Upgrade.
  • Page 11 Configuration General: Station Adapter Name: In this field, you may enter any name. This will enable you to manage your Station Adapter more easily if you have multiple station adapters on the network. Besides, Station Adapter Name can be used to prevent you from forgetting an IP Address and fail to access the website.
  • Page 12 Channel: Select a clear and available channel as an operational channel for your wireless station adapter when it performs as Ad-Hoc mode. Mode: There are three different wireless modes to operate, “B Only Mode”, “G Only Mode”, and “B/G Mixed Mode”. In B/G Mixed Mode, the wireless station adapter is compatible with a mix of both 802.11g and 802.11b clients.
  • Page 13 SECURITY: WEP: The wireless station adapter allows you to create up to 4 data encryption keys to secure your data from being eavesdropping by unauthorized wireless user. To enable the encryption, all devices on the network, such as the Access Point, must share the same WEP selection – either Enable or Disable, and they must share the same WEP key.
  • Page 14 For 40bit encryption you may choose: ASCII: Enter 5 characters (case sensitive) ranging from “a-z”, “A-Z” and “0-9” (e.g. MyKey). Hex: Alternatively, you may enter 10 hexadecimal digits in the range of “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” (e.g. 11AA22BB33). For 128bit encryption you may choose: ASCII: Enter 13 characters (case sensitive) ranging from “a-z”, “A-Z”...

  • Page 15: Wds Mode

    WDS Mode The Wireless Distribution System (Repeater) functionality enables this AP to support wireless traffic to other WDS relay Access Points. In other words it is like bridging between the 2 access points in order to extend the reach of the wireless network beyond that of a single AP. By enabling the WDS feature the coverage area of the wireless network is thus extended for authenticated client devices that can roam from this Access Point to another.

  • Page 16: Access Control

    Access Control This feature contains an address list for you to control the accessibility from wireless devices. There are three types of modes: 1) “Open” mode will allow you to associate to other units/devices to the public. 2) “Allow” mode will allow you to associate network access from devices in the address list.
  • Page 18 Parameter Log This feature enables a user to save their current settings to their local hard drive of their PC. This is primarily use for importing and exporting configurations/settings. Advanced RTS threshold RTS Threshold is the frame size above which an RTS/CTS handshake will be performed before attempting to transmit.
  • Page 19 for long frames because sending them occupies the channel for a longer period of time, increasing the chance that another station will transmit and cause collision. Reducing Fragmentation Threshold results in shorter frames that "busy" the channel for shorter periods, reducing packet error rate and resulting retransmissions. However, shorter frames also increase overhead, degrading maximum possible throughput, so adjusting this parameter means striking a good balance between error rate and throughput.
  • Page 20 TCP/IP You may assign a proper IP address to your wireless station adapter manually. If you would like the wireless station to obtain the IP address from the DHCP server on your network automatically, enable the DHCP client function.
  • Page 21 Statistics General: This item allows you to monitor the general information of the Access Point with which your wireless station is communicating such as Link Status, ESSID, BSSID, Channel, Signal as well as RX/TX from Ethernet packets. AP Browser: By clicking the “Refresh” button, the AP Browser will reload and display the available Access Points around the working environment.

  • Page 22: Firmware Upgrade

    Firmware Upgrade Here, you can upload the latest firmware of the wireless station adapter. You may either enter the file name in the entry field or browse the file by clicking the “Browse” button. Then click the “Apply” button to begin to upgrade the process.

  • Page 24: Appendix A: Warranty Policy

    Teletronics International, Inc. employee or authorized service facility, or any use in violation of instructions furnished by Teletronics International, Inc.

  • Page 25: Appendix B: Rma Policy

    Appendix B: RMA Policy Product Return Policy It is important to us that all Teletronics’ products are bought with full confidence. If you are not 100% satisfied with any product purchased from Teletronics you may receive a prompt replacement or refund, subject to the terms and conditions outlined below.

  • Page 26: Appendix C: Regulatory Information

    Appendix C: Regulatory Information Statement of Conditions We may make improvements or changes in the product described in this documentation at any time. The information regarding to the product in this manual are subject to change without notice. We assume no responsibility for errors contained herein or for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages with the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual or equipment supplied with it, even if the suppliers have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 27 With the Conformité Européene (CE) and European standards and amendments, we declare that the equipment described in this document is in conformance with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives, standards, and other normative documents listed below: 73/23/EEC Safety of the User (article 3.1.a) 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (article 3.1.b) 1999/5/EC (R&TTE) Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive.

  • Page 28: Appendix D: Contact Information

    Appendix D: Contact Information Need to contact Teletronics? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.teletronics.com Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to know more about networking with Teletronics products? Give us a call at: 301-309-8500 Or fax your request in to: 301-309-8551 Don't wish to call? You can e-mail us at: support@teletronics.com...

  • Page 29: Appendix E: Troubleshooting

    • If using the PoE make sure that you’re using the provided 24V power adapter. Make sure that the MiniLink is connected to the ODU side of the PoE. The computer should be connected to the NET side of the PoE.

  • Page 30: Appendix F: Glossary

    Appendix F: Glossary 802.1x - The standard for wireless LAN authentication used between an AP and a client. 802.1x with EAP will initiate key handling. Ad-Hoc Network - The wireless network based on a peer-to-peer communications session. Also referred to as AdHoc. Access Point - Access points are stations in a wireless LAN that are connected to an Ethernet hub or server.
  • Page 31 ISP - An ISP is an organization providing Internet access service via modems, ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network), and private lines. LAN(Local Area Network): A group of computers and peripheral devices connected to share resources. MAC (Medium Access Control) Address: A unique number that distinguishes network cards. MTU - MTU (Maximum Transmission/Transfer Unit) is the largest packet size that can be sent over a network.
  • Page 32 messages are exchanged between computers in a network. UDP is used as an alternative to TCP/IP. Uplink: Link to the next level up in a communication hierarchy. UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) cable - Two or more unshielded wires twisted together to form a cable. Virtual Servers - Virtual servers are client servers (such as Web servers) that share resources with other virtual servers (i.e., it is not a dedicated server).

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