Chapter 1 Introduction; Features; Package Contents - Planex GW-AP54SGX User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

The 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11g 54Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point (GW-AP54SGX) offers fast,
reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (eliminates
long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Just install enough wireless access points to
cover your network area, plug wireless cards into your notebooks or install wireless adapters
into your desktops, and start networking. Moreover, moving or expanding your network is as
easy as moving or installing additional access points – no wires!

1.1 Features

Provide Ethernet to Wireless LAN bridge fully IEEE 802.3 compatible on the Ethernet side
and fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11b/g compliant equipment.
Compatible with IEEE 802.11b high rate standard to provide wireless 11Mbps data rate
Compatible with IEEE 802.11g Draft higher speed standard to provide wireless 54Mbps data
rate, and the turbo mode of 108Mbps (For USA)
Operation at 2.4~2.5GHz to meet worldwide regulations
Allows auto fallback data rate for reliability, optimized throughput and transmission range
Supports IEEE 802.11 b/g wireless data encryption with 64/128/152-bit WEP for security
Web-based configuration and management
Dual diversity antennas for the multi-path environment
Supports enhanced security – WPA, 802.1x, RADIUS client, and Cipher negotiation, and
AES
Supports DFS/TPC for European operations
Supports 10/100M Ethernet port
Type approval compliant with USA, Japan, and Europe regulation

1.2 Package Contents

GW-AP54SGX
5V DC Power Adapter
Antenna
RJ-45 UTP Cable
CD-ROM (User's Manual)
Quick Installation Guide
Warranty Card
Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the
carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product in case
there is a need to return it.