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StarTech.com WAP1055BG Instruction Manual

Wireless 802.11g 54 mbits/sec. access point
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Wireless 802.11g 54 Mbits/sec. Access Point
WAP1055BG
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  • Page 1 Wireless Access Point Wireless 802.11g 54 Mbits/sec. Access Point WAP1055BG Instruction Manual Actual product may vary from photo...

  • Page 2: Fcc Compliance Statement

    StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    7.0 Specifications ..........20 8.0 Accessory Products from StarTech.com ......21 9.0 Support and Warranty .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Instruction Manual 1.0 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com wireless access point. This product complies with the 802.11g standard and can transmit data at up to 54 Mbits/sec. Its versatile configuration options allow it to perform up to five different functions: a wireless access point that bridges your wired and wireless infrastructure;...

  • Page 5: Ports And Indicators

    Instruction Manual 1.2.3 Ports and Indicators Front Panel Rear Panel Status Description PWR (Power) The unit has power. The unit is not powered. WLAN (Wireless) Blinking The wireless antenna is sending/receiving data. The wireless antenna is not sending/receiving data. LAN (Wired) A wired network connection is present.

  • Page 6: Pre-Configuration Requirements

    Instruction Manual 2.0 Pre-Configuration Requirements Before you connect the WAP to your network, you must configure it so it is secure and can be integrated with the rest of your equipment and setup. The easiest way to do this is by connecting the access point to a computer that is not connected to the rest of your network.

  • Page 7: Connecting The Local Computer To The Wap (Wireless)

    Instruction Manual 2.1.2 Connecting the Local Computer to the WAP (Wireless) 1. Log the computer off from the LAN or current session, or power it down. 2. Place the access point near the local computer. Connect the power adapter (included) to a wall outlet or other suitable power source. Connect the opposite end to the port marked 12VDC on the WAP.

  • Page 8: Configuring The Wireless Access Point

    Instruction Manual 3.0 Configuring the Wireless Access Point Once you have configured the local computer using the settings above, you will be able to access the WAP’s Web configuration interface. NOTE: If you normally connect to the Internet using a proxy server, you will need to disable that setting before configuring the access point.

  • Page 9: The Mode Tab

    Instruction Manual 3.2.1 The Mode Tab The Welcome (Mode) Main Menu The Mode tab allows you to select the wireless mode the WAP will use and configure the options for that setting. An explanation of each mode, along with detailed configuration instructions, is noted below.
  • Page 10 Instruction Manual Station Mode: Selectable between 802.11b mode and 802.11g mode (default). In 802.11g mode the WAP will use all common speeds up to 54 Mbits/sec., including those speeds supported by older 802.11b devices, to connect to a wireless network. If 802.11b mode is selected, the router will only attempt to use IEEE 802.11b compliant speeds to access the network, up to 11 Mbits/sec.

  • Page 11: Mode Tab: Access Point Configuration

    Instruction Manual may result in failed connections since the access point will not be able to adjust its speed accordingly. If 802.11b is selected as the Station Mode, you will only be able to choose from 802.11b-compliant connection speeds (up to 11 Mbits/sec.) from the Transmit Rate menu.

  • Page 12: Mode Tab: Repeater Mode Configuration

    Instruction Manual Security: Sets the level and type of encryption used for the wireless connection. For more information on configuring your security settings, refer to section 4.0 “Configuring Security”. Advanced Settings: Detailed settings you can use to fine-tune your connection to the wireless network.
  • Page 13 Instruction Manual access the network, up to 11 Mbits/sec. If 802.11g is selected, the router will only attempt to use IEEE 802.11g compliant speeds to access the network, up to 54 Mbits/sec. In general, you should only select a setting other than Mixed to solve compatibility issues between the WAP and wireless devices.

  • Page 14: Mode Tab: P2P Mode Configuration

    Instruction Manual 3.2.5 Mode Tab: P2P Mode Configuration This option allows the WAP to function as a bridge that links together two networks using wireless access points (called P2P, or point-to-point). The P2P Mode Configuration Menu AP MAC Address: The MAC address (hardware identifier) of the wireless access point on the network you wish to bridge.

  • Page 15: Mode Tab: Pmp Mode Configuration

    Instruction Manual 3.2.6 Mode Tab: PMP Mode Configuration This option allows the WAP to function as a bridge that links together three or more networks using wireless access points (called PMP, or point-to-multipoint). The PMP Mode Configuration Menu APx MAC Address: The MAC address (hardware identifier) of a wireless access point on a network you wish to bridge.

  • Page 16: The Status Tab

    Instruction Manual 3.3.1 The Status Tab The Status Menu The Status tab offers a way to view the setting and activity of the WAP at a glance. You can’t edit any configuration settings from this menu, however you can view essential settings including the wired and wireless MAC addresses of the WAP, IP address settings, SSID, encryption settings, and more.

  • Page 17: The Lan Tab

    Instruction Manual FW Version: The current firmware version of the WAP. FW Upgrade: Allows you to upload a new firmware image to the WAP. You can use the Browse feature to locate the file once you have saved it to a drive accessible to the computer you are using.

  • Page 18: Configuring Security

    Instruction Manual enable this setting only if you have easy access to your network’s DHCP log. See your system administrator for more details if needed. (Clicking the Important button next to this option displays this warning.) Fixed IP: When enabled (default), the WAP will use IP address, subnet, and gateway information that you enter into this menu.
  • Page 19 Instruction Manual WEP Length: WEP-64: Uses a 64-bit encryption key for good security and minimal speed penalties. WEP-128: Uses a 128-bit encryption key for bank-grade security with a slight reduction in overall performance. (Note: 64 and 128-bit keys are not interchangeable. If needed, ensure you select the key strength that matches your existing network settings.) Mode: HEX: Allows you to enter an encryption key using a hexadecimal value.

  • Page 20: Wpa (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

    Instruction Manual 4.2.1 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) Authentication: This feature uses a method called Pre-Shared Keys (PSK) to authenticate wireless clients and encrypt data. These keys are rotated automatically between wireless clients for greater security. PSK is the only method you can choose using WPA.

  • Page 21: Advanced Settings

    Instruction Manual MAC Filtering: When enabled, allows you to allow or deny certain computers access to the wireless network based on the MAC address the computer reports. Filter Mode Only deny PCs with MAC listed below to access this device: When selected, excludes computers with a MAC addresses included in the list from joining the wireless network.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Instruction Manual DTIM Interval: The time that elapses between Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM) broadcasts by the access point. Default value is 2. Protection Mode: When enabled, improves performance if the access point will only be connected to 802.11g devices. This may impede the performance of 802.11b devices. Default setting is Disabled.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Instruction Manual 7.0 Specifications Protocols/Speeds Supported IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b 54/48/36/24/18/12/11/5.5/2/1 Mbits/sec. supported (Both modes support auto-fallback when enabled) Encryption/Security Features 64 or 128-bit WEP encryption WPA-PSK authentication and encryption Access filtering by MAC address Operating Modes Access Point Wireless Client Repeater P2P Network Bridge PMP Network Bridge...

  • Page 24: Accessory Products From Startech.com

    Instruction Manual 8.0 Accessory Products from StarTech.com Contact your local StarTech.com dealer or visit www.startech.com for cables or other accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product. CEILING24 6dBi Ceiling mounted 2.4 GHz WLAN indoor antenna DIPOLE24 8.5dBi Omni-directional 2.4 GHz WLAN indoor antenna...

  • Page 25: Support And Warranty

    Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,...
  • Page 26 About StarTech.com StarTech.com is “The Professionals’ Source for Hard-to-Find Computer Parts”. Since 1985, we have been providing IT professionals with the quality products they need to complete their solutions. We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts, cables, server management solutions and A/V products and serve a worldwide market through our locations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan.

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