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Netgear WGX102 Reference Manual (182 pages)
54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender
Brand:
Netgear
| Category:
Extender
| Size: 3.49 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Chapter 1 About this Manual
11
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
11
How to Use this Manual
12
How to Print this Manual
13
Chapter 2 Introduction
15
Key Features
15
802.11G Wireless Networking
16
Easy Installation and Management
17
Content Filtering in Router Mode
17
Maintenance and Support
17
Package Contents
18
The WGX102 Front Panel
19
The Label on the Rear Panel of the WGX102
20
The WGX102 Bottom Panel
20
A Road Map for 'How to Get There from here
20
Chapter 3 Installing the XE102 and the WGX102
23
Prepare to Install Your Range Extender
23
Chapter 4 Configuring the WGX102 in Router Mode
23
WGX102 Wall-Plugged Range Extender Operation Modes
24
Access Point Mode
24
Router Mode
25
Installing the WGX102 in Access Point Mode
25
Basic Installation Troubleshooting Tips
29
Logging on to Configure the WGX102
30
Configuring the WGX102 in Access Point Mode
32
Configuring the LAN IP Setup Options in Access Point Mode
32
Connecting the WGX102 to the Internet in Router Mode
36
Manually Configuring Your Internet Connection
41
Manual Pppoe Configuration
43
Manual PPTP Configuration
44
Configuring the WGX102 in Router Mode
47
Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration
49
Observing Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
49
Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security
50
Wireless Data Security Options
50
Basic Wireless Settings
50
Information to Gather before Changing Basic Wireless Settings
53
Default Factory Settings
54
Setting up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
54
Configuring WEP Security
56
Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security
58
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address
59
Chapter 6 Maintenance
61
Configuring the Homeplug Password
61
Viewing Access Point Status Information
63
Viewing Router Status Information
66
Viewing a List of Attached Devices
69
Configuration File Management
70
Backing up the Configuration
70
Erasing the Configuration
71
Upgrading the Range Extender Software
71
Changing the Administrator Password
72
Chapter 7 Content Filtering in Router Mode
75
Content Filtering Overview
75
Blocking Access to Internet Sites
75
Blocking Access to Internet Services
77
Configuring a User Defined Service
78
Configuring Services Blocking by IP Address Range
79
Scheduling When Blocking Is Enforced
79
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
80
Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
81
Chapter 8 Advanced Configuration of the WGX102
83
Configuring Port Triggering
83
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers
86
Adding a Custom Service
87
Local Web and FTP Server Example
88
Multiple Computers for Half Life, KALI or Quake III Example
88
Configuring the WAN Setup Options
89
Configuring the LAN IP Setup Options in Router Mode
91
Using the WGX102 as a DHCP Server
93
Using Address Reservation
94
Configuring Dynamic DNS
94
Configuring Static Routes
95
Enabling Remote Management Access
98
Configuring Universal Plug and Play (Upnp)
99
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
101
NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation
101
Basic Functioning
101
Power Light Not on
102
Homeplug/Internet or Wireless Port Lights Not on
102
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface
102
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection
103
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
105
Testing the LAN Path to the WGX102
105
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device
106
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password
107
Problems with Date and Time
107
Appendix A Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
111
Related Publications
111
Basic Router Concepts
111
What Is a Router
111
Routing Information Protocol
112
IP Addresses and the Internet
112
Netmask
114
Subnet Addressing
115
Private IP Addresses
117
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
118
MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol
119
Related Documents
119
Domain Name Server
120
IP Configuration by DHCP
120
Internet Security and Firewalls
120
What Is a Firewall
121
Denial of Service Attack
121
Stateful Packet Inspection
121
Ethernet Cabling
121
Category 5 Cable Quality
122
Inside Twisted Pair Cables
123
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
124
Appendix C What You Need to Use a Router with a Broadband Modem
127
Cabling and Computer Hardware
127
Computer Network Configuration Requirements
128
Internet Configuration Requirements
128
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters
128
Record Your Internet Connection Information
129
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
130
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking
131
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
131
Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method
135
Verifying TCP/IP Properties
135
Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking
136
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
136
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4
137
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
137
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
139
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4
142
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4
144
Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking
145
Macos 8.6 or 9.X
145
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers
146
Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account
147
Are Login Protocols Used
147
What Is Your Configuration Information
147
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers
148
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers
149
Restarting the Network
150
Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
151
Wireless Networking Overview
151
Infrastructure Mode
151
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
152
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID
152
Authentication and WEP
153
802.11 Authentication
153
Open System Authentication
154
Shared Key Authentication
154
Overview of WEP Parameters
155
Key Size
155
Key Size
156
WEP Configuration Options
157
Wireless Channels
157
WPA Wireless Security
158
How Does WPA Compare to WEP
159
How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11I
160
What Are the Key Features of WPA Security
160
WPA Authentication: Enterprise-Level User Authentication Via 802.1X/Eap and RADIUS
162
WPA Data Encryption Key Management
164
Is WPA Perfect
166
Product Support for WPA
166
Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients Is Discouraged
166
Changes to Wireless Access Points
167
Changes to Wireless Network Adapters
167
Changes to Wireless Client Programs
168
Glossary
169
List of Glossary Terms
169
Index
179
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Netgear WGX102 Reference Manual (169 pages)
54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender
Brand:
Netgear
| Category:
Extender
| Size: 3.02 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Chapter 1 About this Manual
11
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
11
How to Use this Manual
12
How to Print this Manual
12
Chapter 2 Introduction
13
Key Features
13
802.11G Wireless Networking
14
Easy Installation and Management
14
Content Filtering in Router Mode
15
Maintenance and Support
15
Package Contents
15
Connectors, Reset Buttons, Ports, and Label Information
16
The WGX102 Wireless Unit
16
The Label on the Rear Panel of the WGX102
17
The WGX102 Bottom Panel
17
The XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge
18
The Label on the Rear Panel of the XE102
19
Chapter 3 Installing the Wireless Range Extender
21
How the Wireless Range Extender Fits in Your Network
21
Prepare to Install Your Wireless Range Extender
22
Default Factory Settings
22
First, Set up the Powerline Network
23
Now, Add the WGX102 to Your Wireless Network
25
Plug and Play Installation
26
Custom WGX102 Setup
27
Test Your Wireless Connectivity
29
Basic Installation Troubleshooting Tips
29
Logging on to Configure the WGX102
30
Using the WGX102 Configuration Utility
32
Configuring the LAN IP Setup Options in Access Point Mode
36
Chapter 4 Powerline Network Configuration and Security
39
Understanding How the Powerline Network Password Works
39
Configuring the Powerline Network Password
40
Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration and Security
43
Observing Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
43
Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security
44
Wireless Data Security Options
44
Understanding Basic Wireless Settings
44
Information to Gather before Changing Basic Wireless Settings
47
Default Factory Settings
48
Setting up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
49
WEP Security Options
51
WPA-PSK Wireless Security Options
53
Access List: Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address
54
Chapter 6 Maintenance
57
Changing the Administrator Password
57
Viewing Access Point Status Information
58
Viewing Router Status Information
61
Viewing a List of Attached Devices
64
Configuration File Management
65
Backing up the Configuration
65
Erasing the Configuration
66
Upgrading the Wireless Range Extender Software
66
Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration of the WGX102
69
Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Operating Modes
69
Default: Access Point Mode
70
Advanced Custom Setup: Router Mode
71
Router Mode WGX102 Internet Connection Setup
72
Router Mode Manual Internet Connection Configuration
78
Manual Pppoe Configuration
80
Manual PPTP Configuration
81
Configuring the WGX102 in Router Mode
84
Router Mode Port Triggering
85
Router Mode Port Forwarding to Local Servers
87
Adding a Custom Service
89
Local Web and FTP Server Example
89
Multiple Computers for Half Life, KALI or Quake III Example
90
Router Mode WAN Setup Options
91
Router Mode LAN IP Setup Options
92
Using the WGX102 in Router Mode as a DHCP Server
95
Using Address Reservation in Router Mode
96
Router Mode Dynamic DNS
96
Router Mode Static Routes
97
Router Mode Remote Management Access
100
Router Mode Universal Plug and Play (Upnp)
101
Router Mode Content Filtering Overview
102
Router Mode Blocking Access to Internet Sites
102
Router Mode Blocking Access to Internet Services
104
Configuring a User Defined Service
105
Configuring Services Blocking by IP Address Range
106
Router Mode Scheduling When Blocking Is Enforced
106
Router Mode Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
107
Router Mode E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
108
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
111
NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation
111
Basic Functioning
111
Power Light Not on
112
Homeplug/Internet or Wireless Port Lights Not on
112
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface
112
Troubleshooting the Router Mode Only ISP Connection
113
Troubleshooting Router Mode on a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
115
Testing the LAN Path to the WGX102
115
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device
116
Restoring the Default WGX102 Configuration and Password
117
Problems with Router Mode Only Date and Time
117
Appendix A
119
Technical Specifications
119
Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
123
Related Publications
123
Basic Router Concepts
123
What Is a Router
123
Routing Information Protocol
124
IP Addresses and the Internet
124
Netmask
126
Subnet Addressing
127
Private IP Addresses
129
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
130
MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol
131
Related Documents
131
Domain Name Server
132
IP Configuration by DHCP
132
Internet Security and Firewalls
132
What Is a Firewall
133
Stateful Packet Inspection
133
Denial of Service Attack
133
Ethernet Cabling
133
Category 5 Cable Quality
134
Inside Twisted Pair Cables
135
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
136
Appendix C Wireless Networking Basics
139
Wireless Networking Overview
139
Infrastructure Mode
139
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
140
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID
140
Authentication and WEP
141
802.11 Authentication
141
Open System Authentication
142
Shared Key Authentication
142
Overview of WEP Parameters
143
Key Size
144
WEP Configuration Options
145
Wireless Channels
145
WPA Wireless Security
146
How Does WPA Compare to WEP
147
How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11I
148
What Are the Key Features of WPA Security
148
WPA Authentication: Enterprise-Level User Authentication Via 802.1X/Eap and RADIUS
150
WPA Data Encryption Key Management
152
Is WPA Perfect
154
Product Support for WPA
154
Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients Is Discouraged
154
Changes to Wireless Access Points
155
Changes to Wireless Network Adapters
155
Changes to Wireless Client Programs
156
Glossary
157
List of Glossary Terms
157
Netgear WGX102 Specifications (2 pages)
54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender
Brand:
Netgear
| Category:
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| Size: 0.18 MB
Table of Contents
Access Point
1
Product Specifications
2
System Requirements
2
Package Contents
2
Netgear Related Products
2
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Netgear WGX102 Installation Manual (2 pages)
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