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  • Page 1 LevelOne WAP - 0005 108 Mbps Wireless Access Point User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................... 1 Features of your Wireless Access Point................1 Package Contents ......................3 Physical Details........................3 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION....................5 Requirements........................5 Procedure ........................... 5 CHAPTER 3 ACCESS POINT SETUP .................. 7 Overview ..........................7 Setup using the Windows Utility..................
  • Page 3 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS ..................66 Wireless Access Point...................... 66 APPENDIX B TROUBLESHOOTING ................70 Overview .......................... 70 General Problems ......................70 APPENDIX C WINDOWS TCP/IP..................72 Overview .......................... 72 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: ............. 72 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 ............... 74 Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000..............

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Access Point's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Access Point. The Wireless Access Point links your 802.11g or 802.11b Wireless Stations to your wired LAN. The Wireless stations and devices on the wired LAN are then on the same network, and can communicate with each other without regard for whether they are connected to the network via a Wireless or wired connection.

  • Page 5: Security Features

    Wireless Access Point User Guide • DHCP Client Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Access Point can act as a DHCP Client, and obtain an IP address and related information from your existing DHPC Server.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Introduction Package Contents The following items should be included: • Wireless Access Point • Power Adapter • Quick Start Guide • CD-ROM containing the on-line manual and setup utility. If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. Physical Details Front Panel LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel...

  • Page 7: Rear Panel

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Rear Panel Figure 3 Rear Panel Antenna One antenna (aerial) is supplied. Best results are usually obtained with the antenna in a vertical position. Console port DB9 female RS232 port. Reset Button This button has two (2) functions: •...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Access Point. Requirements Requirements: • TCP/IP network • Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors • Installed Wireless network adapter for each PC that will be wirelessly connected to the network Procedure 1.
  • Page 9 Wireless Access Point User Guide 3. Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless Access Point and a convenient power outlet, and power up. NOTE: If you wish to use PoE (Power over Ethernet), refer to the following section. 4. Check the LEDs: •...

  • Page 10: Chapter 3 Access Point Setup

    Chapter 3 Access Point Setup This Chapter provides details of the Setup process for Basic Operation of your Wireless Access Point. Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure to make the Wireless Access Point a valid device on your LAN, and to function as an Access Point for your Wireless Stations. Wireless Stations may also require configuration.

  • Page 11: Wireless Access Points

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 6: Management utility Screen Wireless Access Points The main panel displays a list of all Wireless Access Points found on the network. For each Access Point, the following data is shown: The Server Name is shown on a sticker on the base of the device. Server Name IP address The IP address for the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 12: Setup Procedure

    Setup Setup Procedure 1. Select the desired Wireless Access Point. 2. Click the Set IP Address button. 3. If prompted, enter the user name and password. The default values are admin for the User Name, and password for the Password. 4.

  • Page 13: Setup Using A Web Browser

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Setup using a Web Browser Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: • Netscape V4.08 or later • Internet Explorer V4 or later Setup Procedure Before commencing, install the Wireless Access Point in your LAN, as described previously. 1.
  • Page 14 Setup 7. From the menu, check the following screens, and configure as necessary for your envi- ronment. Details of these screens and settings are described in the following sections of this chapter. • System • Access Control • Wireless • Basic •...
  • Page 15 Wireless Access Point User Guide Status Screen When you first connect, you will see the Status screen. This displays the current settings and status of the Wireless Access Point. No data can be input on this screen. Figure 8: Status Screen For further details of this screen, refer to Status Screen in Chapter 5.

  • Page 16: System Screen

    Setup System Screen Click System on the menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 9: System Screen Data - System Screen Identification Enter a suitable name for this Access Point. Access Point Name If desired, you can enter a description for the Access Point. Description Select the country or domain matching your current location.

  • Page 17: Access Control

    Wireless Access Point User Guide WINS Enable WINS If your LAN has a WINS server, you can enable this to have this AP register with the WINS server. Enter the name or IP address of your WINS server. WINS Server Name/IP Address HTTP HTTP Port...

  • Page 18: Trusted Wireless Stations

    Setup Buttons Modify List To change the list of Trusted Stations (Add, Edit, or Delete a Wireless Station or Stations), click this button. You will then see the Trusted Wireless Stations screen, described below. To upload a list of Trusted Stations from a file on your PC, click this Read from File button.
  • Page 19 Wireless Access Point User Guide >> Delete a Trusted Wireless Station from the list (move to the "Other Stations" list). • Select an entry (or entries) in the "Trusted Stations" list. • Click the " >> " button. Select All Select all of the Stations listed in the "Other Stations"...

  • Page 20: Wireless Screens

    Setup Wireless Screens There are 3 configuration screens available: • Basic Settings • Security • Advanced Basic Settings Screen The settings on this screen must match the settings used by Wireless Stations. Click Basic on the menu to view a screen like the following. Figure 12: Basic Settings Screen Data - Basic Settings Screen Operation...
  • Page 21 Wireless Access Point User Guide • Dynamic Super 802.11g (108Mbps) - This uses Packet Bursting, FastFrame, Compression, and "Channel Bonding" (using 2 chan- nels) to increase throughput. Only clients supporting the "Atheros Super G" mode can connect at 108Mbps, and they will only use this speed when necessary.
  • Page 22 Setup Broadcast SSID If Enabled, the SSID will be broadcast to all Wireless Stations. Sta- tions which have no SSID (or a "null" value) can then adopt the correct SSID for connections to this Access Point.

  • Page 23: Security Settings

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Security Settings Select the desired option, and then enter the settings for the selected method. The available options are: • None - No security is used. Anyone using the correct SSID can connect to your network. •...

  • Page 24: Radius Mac Authentication

    Setup Security Settings - None Figure 13: Wireless Security - None No security is used. Anyone using the correct SSID can connect to your network. The only settings available from this screen are Radius MAC Authentication and UAM (Universal Access Method). Radius MAC Authentication Radius MAC Authentication provides for MAC address checking which is centralized on your Radius server.
  • Page 25 Wireless Access Point User Guide Radius-based MAC authentication Screen This screen will look different depending on the current security setting. If you have already provided the address of your Radius server, you won't be prompted for it again. Otherwise, you must enter the details of your Radius Server on this screen. Figure 14: Radius-based MAC Authentication Screen Data - Radius-based MAC Authentication Screen Enable ...
  • Page 26 Setup UAM (Universal Access Method) is intended for use in Internet cafes, Hot Spots, and other sites where the Access Point is used to provide Internet Access. If enabled, then HTTP (TCP, port 80) connections are checked. (UAM only works on HTTP connections;...
  • Page 27 Wireless Access Point User Guide 3. On the Access Point’s UAM screen, select External Web-based Authentication, and enter the URL for the login page on your Web server. 4. Add users on your RADIUS server as required, and allow access by these users. 5.
  • Page 28 Setup External If selected, then when a user first tries to access the Internet, they will be blocked, and re-directed to the URL below. This needs to be on Web-based your own local Web Server. The page must also link back to the built- Authentication in login page on this device to complete the login procedure.
  • Page 29 Wireless Access Point User Guide Authentication Normally, you can leave this at “Automatic”, so that Wireless Stations can use either method ("Open System" or "Shared Key".). If you wish to use a particular method, select the appropriate value - "Open System" or "Shared Key". All Wireless stations must then be set to use the same method.
  • Page 30 Setup Security Settings - WPA-PSK Like WEP, data is encrypted before transmission. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be used if possible. The PSK (Pre-shared Key) must be entered on each Wireless station. The 256Bit encryption key is derived from the PSK, and changes frequently. Figure 17: WPA-PSK Wireless Security Data - WPA-PSK Screen WPA-PSK...
  • Page 31 Wireless Access Point User Guide Pairwise Key Update This refers to the key used for point-to-point transmissions. Enable this if you want the keys to be updated regularly. Key Lifetime This field determines how often Pairwise keys are dynamically updated. Enter the desired value. This refers to the key used for broadcast transmissions.
  • Page 32 Setup Security Settings - WPA-802.1x This version of WPA requires a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authentica- tion according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using the WPA standard. If this option is selected: •...
  • Page 33 Wireless Access Point User Guide Client Login Name This read-only field displays the current login name, which is the same as the name of the Access Point. The Radius Server must be configured to accept this login. This is used for the Client Login on the Radius Server. Enter the Shared Key key value to match the Radius Server.
  • Page 34 Setup Security Settings - 802.1x This uses the 802.1x standard for client authentication, and WEP for data encryption. If possi- ble, you should use WPA-802.1x instead, because WPA encryption is much stronger than WEP encryption. If this option is selected: •...
  • Page 35 Wireless Access Point User Guide Shared Key This is used for the Client Login on the Radius Server. Enter the key value to match the Radius Server. WEP Key Size Select the desired option: • 64 Bit - Key size is 64Bits. The keys are automatically generated, and do not need to be entered.

  • Page 36: Advanced Settings

    Setup Advanced Settings Clicking the Advanced link on the menu will result in a screen like the following. Figure 20: Advanced Settings Data - Advanced Settings Screen Basic Rate Basic Rate Selection The Basic Rate is used for broadcasting. It does not determine the data transmission rate, which is determined by the "Mode"...
  • Page 37 Wireless Access Point User Guide Parameters Disassociated Timeout This determines how quickly a Wireless Station will be consid- ered "Disassociated" with this AP, when no traffic is received. Enter the desired time period. Enter the preferred setting between 256 and 2346. Fragmentation Enter the preferred setting between 0 and 3000.

  • Page 38: Chapter 4 Pc And Server Configuration

    Chapter 4 PC and Server Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required for each PC on the local LAN. Overview All Wireless Stations need to have settings which match the Wireless Access Point. These settings depend on the mode in which the Access Point is being used. •...

  • Page 39: Using Wpa-Psk

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Using WPA-PSK For each of the following items, each Wireless Station must have the same settings as the Wireless Access Point. On each PC, the mode must be set to Infrastructure. Mode SSID (ESSID) This must match the value used on the Wireless Access Point. The default value is wireless Note! The SSID is case sensitive.

  • Page 40: Using Wpa-802.1X

    PC and Server Configuration Using WPA-802.1x This is the most secure and most complex system. 802.1x mode provides greater security and centralized management, but it is more complex to configure. Wireless Station Configuration For each of the following items, each Wireless Station must have the same settings as the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 41: 802.1X Server Setup (Windows 2000 Server)

    Wireless Access Point User Guide 802.1x Server Setup (Windows 2000 Server) This section describes using Microsoft Internet Authentication Server as the Radius Server, since it is the most common Radius Server available that supports the EAP-TLS authentication method. The following services on the Windows 2000 Domain Controller (PDC) are also required: •...
  • Page 42 PC and Server Configuration Figure 21: Components Screen 4. Click Next. 5. Select the Enterprise root CA, and click Next. Figure 22: Certification Screen 6. Enter the information for the Certificate Authority, and click Next.

  • Page 43: Dhcp Server Configuration

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 23: CA Screen 7. Click Next if you don't want to change the CA's configuration data. 8. Installation will warn you that Internet Information Services are running, and must be stopped before continuing. Click Ok, then Finish. DHCP server configuration 1.
  • Page 44 PC and Server Configuration Figure 25:IP Address Screen 6. Add exclusions in the address fields if required. If no exclusions are required, leave it blank. Click Next. 7. Change the Lease Duration time if preferred. Click Next. 8. Select Yes, I want to configure these options now, and click Next. 9.

  • Page 45: Certificate Authority Setup

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Certificate Authority Setup 1. Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - Certification Authority. 2. Right-click Policy Settings, and select New - Certificate to Issue. Figure 27: Certificate Authority Screen 3. Select Authenticated Session and Smartcard Logon (select more than one by holding down the Ctrl key).
  • Page 46 PC and Server Configuration Figure 29: Active Directory Screen 6. Select the Group Policy tab, choose Default Domain Policy then click Edit. Figure 30: Group Policy Tab 7. Select Computer Configuration - Windows Settings - Security Settings - Public Key Policies, right-click Automatic Certificate Request Settings - New - Automatic Certificate Request.
  • Page 47 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 31: Group Policy Screen 8. When the Certificate Request Wizard appears, click Next. 9. Select Computer, then click Next. Figure 32: Certificate Template Screen 10. Ensure that your certificate authority is checked, then click Next. 11.
  • Page 48 PC and Server Configuration Internet Authentication Service (Radius) Setup 1. Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools - Internet Authentication Service 2. Right-click on Clients, and select New Client. Figure 33: Service Screen 3. Enter a name for the access point, click Next. 4.
  • Page 49 Wireless Access Point User Guide 11. Click Edit Profile... and select the Authentication tab. Enable Extensible Authentication Protocol, and select Smart Card or other Certificate. Deselect other authentication meth- ods listed. Click OK. Figure 35: Authentication Screen 12. Select No if you don't want to view the help for EAP. Click Finish.

  • Page 50: Remote Access Login For Users

    PC and Server Configuration Remote Access Login for Users 1. Select Start - Programs - Administrative Tools- Active Directory Users and Computers. 2. Double click on the user who you want to enable. 3. Select the Dial-in tab, and enable Allow access. Click OK. Figure 36: Dial-in Screen...

  • Page 51: 802.1X Client Setup On Windows Xp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide 802.1x Client Setup on Windows XP Windows XP ships with a complete 802.1x client implementation. If using Windows 2000, you can install SP3 (Service Pack 3) to gain the same functionality. If you don't have either of these systems, you must use the 802.1x client software provided with your wireless adapter.
  • Page 52 PC and Server Configuration Figure 38: Wireless CA Screen 5. Select User certificate request and select User Certificate, the click Next. Figure 39: Request Type Screen 6. Click Submit.
  • Page 53 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 40: Identifying Information Screen 7. A message will be displayed, then the certificate will be returned to you. Click Install this certificate. Figure 41:Certificate Issued Screen 8. . You will receive a confirmation message. Click Yes.

  • Page 54: X Authentication Setup

    PC and Server Configuration Figure 42: Root Certificate Screen 9. Certificate setup is now complete. 802.1x Authentication Setup 1. Open the properties for the wireless connection, by selecting Start - Control Panel - Network Connections. 2. Right Click on the Wireless Network Connection, and select Properties. 3.
  • Page 55 Wireless Access Point User Guide • Your network administrator can advise you of the correct settings for each network. 802.1x networks typically use EAP-TLS. This is a dynamic key system, so there is no need to enter key values. Enabling Encryption To enable encryption for a wireless network, follow this procedure: 1.
  • Page 56 PC and Server Configuration Figure 45: Properties Screen Setup for Windows XP and 802.1x client is now complete.

  • Page 57: Using 802.1X Mode (Without Wpa)

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Using 802.1x Mode (without WPA) This is very similar to using WPA-802.1x. The only difference is that on your client, you must NOT enable the setting The key is pro- vided for me automatically. Instead, you must enter the WEP key manually, ensuring it matches the WEP key used on the Access Point.

  • Page 58: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Access Point and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Access Point and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, you may need to perform the following operations on a regular basis. •...

  • Page 59: Access Point

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Data - Status Screen Access Point Access Point Name The current name will be displayed. MAC Address The MAC (physical) address of the Wireless Access Point. The region or domain, as selected on the Basic Wireless screen. Domain Firmware Version The version of the firmware currently installed.

  • Page 60: Activity Log

    Operation and Status Activity Log This screen is displayed when the Log button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 48: Activity Log Screen Data - Activity Log Data Current Time The system date and time is displayed. The Log shows details of the existing connections to the Wireless Access Point.

  • Page 61: Station List

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Station List This screen is displayed when the Stations button on the Status screen is clicked. Figure 49 Station List Screen Data - Station List Screen Station List The MAC (physical) address of each Wireless Station is displayed. MAC Address The mode of each Wireless Station.

  • Page 62: Statistics Screen

    Operation and Status Statistics Screen This screen is displayed when the 2.4GHz Statistics button on the Status screen is clicked. It shows details of the traffic flowing through the Wireless Access Point. Figure 50: Statistics Screen Data - Statistics Screen System Up Time This indicates how long the system has been running since the last System Up Time...
  • Page 63 Wireless Access Point User Guide Management Number of Management packets transmitted to or received from Wireless Stations. Control Number of Control packets transmitted to or received from Wire- less Stations.

  • Page 64: Chapter 6 Other Settings & Features

    Chapter 6 Other Settings & Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Access Point's "Management" Features. Overview This Chapter covers the following features, available on the Wireless Access Point’s Man- agement menu. • Admin Login • Config File •...
  • Page 65 Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 52: Password Dialog Enter the User Name and Password, as set on the Admin Login screen above.

  • Page 66: Config File

    Other Settings & Features Config File This screen allows you to Backup (download) the configuration file, and to restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration file. You can also set the Wireless Access Point back to its factory default settings. To reach this screen, select Config File in the Management section of the menu. Figure 53: Config File Screen Data - Config File Screen Backup...

  • Page 67: Snmp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide SNMP SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is only useful if you have a SNMP program on your PC. To reach this screen, select SNMP in the Management section of the menu. Figure 54: SNMP Screen Data - SNMP Screen General Enable SNMP...

  • Page 68: Firmware Upgrade

    Other Settings & Features Firmware Upgrade The firmware (software) in the Wireless Access Point can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, and then select Upgrade Firmware in the Manage- ment section of the menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 55: Firmware Upgrade Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1.

  • Page 69: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications Wireless Access Point Hardware Specifications AR2312 Radio-on-Chip AR2112 DRAM 8 Mbytes (Expand to 64MB) Flash ROM 2 Mbytes (Expand to 8MB) LAN port 1 x Auto-MDIX RJ 45 for 10/100Mbps Ethernet Wireless Interface Embedded Atheros solution Network Standard IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi™) and IEEE 802.11g compliance OFDM;...

  • Page 70: Software Specifications

    Appendix A - Specifications Operating Range Indoors • 30 Meters (100ft.) @ 11Mbps • 50 Meters (165ft.) @ 5.5Mbps • 70 Meters (230ft.) @ 2Mbps • 9 1Meters (300ft.) @ 1Mbps Outdoors • 152 Meters (500ft.) @ 11Mbps • 270 Meters (885ft.) @ 5.5Mbps •...
  • Page 71 Wireless Access Point User Guide • Message Log • Access Control list file support • Configuration file Backup/Restore • Statistics support • Device discovery program • Windows Utility • DHCP client Other Features • WINS client Firmware Upgrade HTTP, FTP network protocol download...

  • Page 72: Fcc Statement

    Appendix A - Specifications FCC 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.

  • Page 73: Appendix B Troubleshooting

    Appendix B Troubleshooting Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Access Point and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Access Point still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. General Problems Problem 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Access Point to configure it.
  • Page 74 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Check the following: Solution 2 • The SSID and WEP settings on the PC match the settings on the Wire- less Access Point. • On the PC, the wireless mode is set to "Infrastructure" • If using the Access Control feature, the PC's name and address is in the Trusted Stations list.

  • Page 75: Appendix C Windows Tcp/Ip

    Appendix C Windows TCP/IP Overview Normally, no changes need to be made. • By default, the Wireless Access Point will act as a DHCP client, automatically obtaining a suitable IP Address (and related information) from your DHCP Server. • If using Fixed (specified) IP addresses on your LAN (instead of a DHCP Server), there is no need to change the TCP/IP of each PC.
  • Page 76 Appendix C – Windows TCP/IP Figure 58: IP Address (Win 95) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows settings. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN. Using "Specify an IP Address"...

  • Page 77: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Nt4.0

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 59: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below. Figure 60: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address...
  • Page 78 Appendix C – Windows TCP/IP 3. Select the network card for your LAN. 4. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify an IP Address, as explained below. Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server This is the default Windows setting.

  • Page 79: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows 2000

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 61: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 80 Appendix C – Windows TCP/IP 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. This is the default Windows settings. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN.

  • Page 81: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Xp

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 63: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3.
  • Page 82 Appendix C – Windows TCP/IP 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured for a fixed (specified) IP address, no changes are required.

  • Page 83: Appendix D About Wireless Lans

    Appendix D About Wireless LANs Overview Wireless networks have their own terms and jargon. It is necessary to understand many of these terms in order to configure and operate a Wireless LAN. Wireless LAN Terminology Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: •...
  • Page 84 Appendix D – About Wireless LANs As Wireless Stations are physically moved through the area covered by an ESS, they will automatically change to the Access Point which has the least interference or best perform- ance. This capability is called Roaming. (Access Points do not have or require Roaming capabilities.) Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.
  • Page 85 Wireless Access Point User Guide 802.1x This uses the 802.1x standard for client authentication, and WEP for data encryption. If possi- ble, you should use WPA-802.1x instead, because WPA encryption is much stronger than WEP encryption. If this option is used: •...

  • Page 86: Appendix E Command Line Interface

    Appendix E Command Line Interface Overview If desired, the command line interface (CLI) can be used for configuration. This provides the possibility of creating scripts to perform common configuration changes. The CLI requires a physical connection from your PC to the serial port (RS232 port) on the Wireless Access Point. Using the CLI –...

  • Page 87: Command Reference

    Wireless Access Point User Guide Figure 65: CLI Port Settings 4. Use the “Connect” command to start the connection. 5. You will be prompted for a user name and password. Enter the current user name and password for the AP you are connecting to. 6.
  • Page 88 Appendix E – Command Line Interface ftp -- Software update via FTP get 11gonly-- Display 11g Only Allowed get 11goptimize -- Display 11g Optimization Level get 11goverlapbss-- Display Overlapping BSS Protection get abolt -- get acl -- Display Access Control List get aging -- Display Aging Interval get antenna-- Display Antenna Diversity get association -- Display Association Table...
  • Page 89 Wireless Access Point User Guide get fragmentthreshold -- Display Fragment Threshold get frequency -- Display Radio Frequency (MHz) get gateway-- Display Gateway IP Address get gbeaconrate -- Display 11g Beacon Rate get gdraft5-- Display 11g Draft 5.0 compatibility get groupkeyupdate -- Display Group Key Update Interval (in Seconds) get hardware -- Display Hardware Revisions...
  • Page 90 Appendix E – Command Line Interface get rtsthreshold -- Display RTS/CTS Threshold get shortpreamble-- Display Short Preamble Usage get shortslottime-- Display Short Slot Time Usage get sntpserver -- Display SNTP/NTP Server IP Address get softwareretry-- Display Software Retry get spurImmunityLvl -- Display ANI Parameter for Spur Immunity Level get ssid -- Display Service Set ID get ssidsuppress -- Display SSID Suppress Mode get snmpMode...
  • Page 91 Wireless Access Point User Guide mv -- Move file np -- Network Performance ns -- Network Performance Server ping -- Ping pktLog -- Packet Log radar! -- Simulate radar detection on current channel reboot -- Reboot Access Point rm -- Remove file run -- Run command file quit -- Logoff set 11gonly-- Set 11g Only Allowed...
  • Page 92 Appendix E – Command Line Interface set dhcpMode -- Set Dhcp Mode set domainsuffix -- Set Domain Name Server Suffix set dtim -- Set Data Beacon Rate (DTIM) set enableANI -- Turn Adaptive Noise Immunity Control On/Off set encryption -- Set Encryption Mode set extendedchanmode -- Set Extended Channel Mode set factorydefault -- Restore to Default Factory Settings...
  • Page 93 Wireless Access Point User Guide set radiusname -- Set RADIUS name or IP address set radiusport -- Set RADIUS port number set radiussecret -- Set RADIUS shared secret set rate -- Set Data Rate set rate -- Set Data Rate set rate -- Set Data Rate set rate -- Set Data Rate set rate -- Set Data Rate...
  • Page 94 Appendix E – Command Line Interface set wep -- Set Encryption Mode set wlanstate -- Set wlan state set wirelessmode -- Set Wireless LAN Mode set winsEnable -- Set WINS Server Enable/Disable set winsServerAddr -- Set WINS Server IP address set wSeparate -- Set wireless seprate Mode spy report -- Print spy report spy start -- Start spy...

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