Abocom Systems WI5200 802.11b/g/n iNIC Module User Manual WI5200 Eng Manual
Abocom Systems Inc 802.11b/g/n iNIC Module WI5200 Eng Manual
User Manual
802.11b/g/n
Wireless iNIC Module
User’s Guide
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Federal Communication Commission
Interference 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to
channels 1 through 11.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are
country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended
destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
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This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna
and users. For laptop installations, the antenna must be installed to ensure that the
proper spacing is maintained in the event the users places the device in their lap
during use (i.e. positioning of antennas must be placed in the upper portion of the LCD
panel only to ensure 20 cm will be maintained if the user places the device in their lap
for use) and 2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other
transmitter or antenna.
As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be
required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product
for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for
example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.).
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example
certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC
authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not be used on the
final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-
evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC
authorization.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in devices where the antenna may
be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users (for
example access points, routers, wireless ASDL modems, certain laptop configurations,
and similar equipment). The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with
the following: "Contains TX FCC ID: MQ4WI5200".
RF Exposure Manual Information That Must be Included
The users manual for end users must include the following information in a prominent
location "IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter."
Additional Information That Must be Provided to OEM Integrators
The end user should NOT be provided any instructions on how to remove or install the
device.
NOTE: 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 communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is needed.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Content
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION............................................................................................5
FEATURES ................................................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 2: ABOUT THE OPERATION MODES............................................................6
ACCESS POINT MODE............................................................................................................... 6
WDS MODE .............................................................................................................................6
CLIENT MODE ..........................................................................................................................7
CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURATION .........................................................................................8
LOGIN ......................................................................................................................................8
CONFIGURATION VIA WEB ..................................................................................................... 10
INTERNET SETTINGS............................................................................................................... 10
WIRELESS SETTINGS ..............................................................................................................12
ADMINISTRATION...................................................................................................................23
CHAPTER 4: PC CONFIGURATION.................................................................................27
OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................27
WINDOWS CLIENTS................................................................................................................ 27
MACINTOSH CLIENTS.............................................................................................................32
LINUX CLIENTS ......................................................................................................................32
OTHER UNIX SYSTEMS...........................................................................................................32
WIRELESS STATION CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................33
APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................34
OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................34
GENERAL PROBLEMS .............................................................................................................34
INTERNET ACCESS..................................................................................................................34
WIRELESS ACCESS .................................................................................................................35
APPENDIX B: ABOUT WIRELESS LANS........................................................................36
BSS........................................................................................................................................36
CHANNELS .............................................................................................................................36
SECURITY...............................................................................................................................36
WIRELESS LAN CONFIGURATION ..........................................................................................37
REGULATORY APPROVALS..................................................................................................... 39
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Chapter 1: Introduction
For easy configure and achieve stable wireless feature for household appliance and try to
create a new application for Wi-Fi module. By MII interface, user could embed our module in
projector, Set-Top BOX and Multimedia center etc.
Features
1. Support the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, high speed date rate up to 300Mbps.
2. High security with build-in Security: WEP 64/128 bits, WPA, WPA2, WPA Mixed,
802.1x Authenication.
3. Support AP, WDS and Client (Infrastructure) mode.
4. Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) - 802.11e, WMM.
5. Easy configuration for home user setup.
6. MAC filtering for wireless.
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Chapter 2: About the Operation
Modes
This device provides operational applications with AP, WDS and Client modes, which are
mutually exclusive. If you want to change the settings in order to perform more advanced
configuration or even change the mode of operation, you can use the web-based utility
provided by the manufacturer as described in the following sections.
Access Point Mode
When acting as an access point, this device connects all the stations (PC/notebook with
wireless network adapter) to a wired network. All stations can have the Internet access if only
the Access Point has the Internet connection.
WDS Mode
The WDS (Wireless Distributed System) function lets this access point act as a wireless LAN
access point and repeater at the same time. Users can use this feature to build up a large
wireless network in a large space like airports, hotels and schools and so on. This feature is
also useful when users want to bridge networks between buildings where it is impossible to
deploy network cable connections between these buildings.
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Client Mode
If set to Client (Infrastructure) mode, this device can work like a wireless station when it’s
connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets from wired end to wireless
interface.
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Chapter 3: Configuration
Login
1. Start your computer. Connect an Ethernet cable between your computer and the device.
2. Make sure your wired station is set to the same subnet as the device, i.e. 198.245.80.123
3. Start your WEB browser. In the Address box, enter the following: http:// 198.245.80.211
4. Please enter the username “admin” and password “admin” for login.
The configuration menu is divided into three folders: Internet Settings, Wireless Settings,
and Administration. Click on the desired setup item to expand the folder in the main
navigation page. The setup pages covered in this utility are described below.
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Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic IP
Address Your IP Address is
allocated automatically,
when you connect to you
ISP.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may
require you to use a particular
Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
Static (Fixed) IP
Address Your ISP allocates a
permanent IP Address to
you.
IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require
you to use a particular
Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a
permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated
automatically.
User name and password.
PPTP Mainly used in Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated
automatically, but may be
Static (Fixed).
• PPTP Server IP Address.
• User name and password.
• IP Address allocated to
you, if Static (Fixed).
Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent
IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
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Configuration via Web
Operation Mode
Select an operation mode then click Apply to enable the mode you preferred or click Reset
button to discard current settings. Default operation mode is AP mode.
Operation Mode
Access Point
When acting as an access point, this device connects all the stations
(PC/notebook with wireless network adapter) to a wired network. All
stations can have the Internet access if only the Access Point has the
Internet connection.
Adapter Mode
If set to Client (Infrastructure) mode, this device can work like a wireless
station when it’s connected to a computer so that the computer can send
packets from wired end to wireless interface.
Internet Settings
LAN (Local Area Network) Settings
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LAN Interface Setup
IP Address Shows the IP address of the device.
Subnet Mask Shows the subnet mask of the device.
DHCP Type Disable: Select to disable this device to distribute IP addresses.
Server: Select to enable this device to distribute IP Addresses
(DHCP Server). And the following field will be activated for you
to enter the starting IP Address.
DHCP Start IP The starting address of this local IP network address pool.
DHCP End IP The ending address of this local IP network address pool.
DHCP Subnet Mask Shows the DHCP subnet mask.
DHCP Lease Time Default settings are 86400 seconds.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
Refresh Click to get the latest information.
DHCP Clients
DHCP Clients
MAC Address Shows the client MAC address information.
IP Address Shows the client IP address information.
Expires in Shows the expired time of the client.
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Wireless Settings
Basic
Wireless Network
Radio On/Off Click Radio OFF button to turn off the radio function.
Network Mode Select 11 b/g mixed mode, 11b only, 11g only or 11 b/g/n
mixed mode from the pull-down menu. Default setting is 11
b/g/n mixed mode.
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Network Name
(SSID) A SSID is referred to a network name because essentially it is a
name that identifies a wireless network.
Multiple SSID 1~6 A multiple SSID is referred to a network name because
essentially it is a name that identifies a wireless network.
Broadcast Network
Name(SSID) Enable: This wireless AP will broadcast its SSID to stations.
Disable: This wireless AP will NOT broadcast its SSID to
stations. If stations want to connect to this wireless AP, this AP’s
SSID should be known in advance to make a connection.
BSSID Shows the MAC address of the device.
Frequency (Channel) Select Channel 1~13 or Auto Select from the pull-down menu.
Wireless Distribution System(WDS)
WDS Mode Select the mode from the pull-down menu, Disable, Lazy Mode,
Bridge Mode or Repeater Mode.
HT Physical Mode
Operating Mode Select Mixed Mode or Green Field. Default setting is Mixed
Mode.
Channel Band Width Select 20 or 20/40, default setting is 20/40.
Guard Interval Select Long or Auto, default setting is Auto.
MCS Default setting is Auto. Or select form the pull-down menu 0~15,
32 or Auto.
Reverse Direction
Grant(RDG) Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Enable.
Extension Channel Default setting is 2452MHz (Channel 9).
Aggregation MSDU
(A-MSDU) Select Disable or Enable, default setting is Disable.
Auto Block ACK Select Disable or Enable, default setting is Enable.
Decline BA Request Select Disable or Enable, default setting is Disable.
Other
HT Tx Stream Select 1 or 2 form the pull-down menu.
HT Rx Stream Select 1 or 2 form the pull-down menu.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
Cancel Click to discard the current settings.
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Advanced
Advanced Wireless
BG Protection
Mode Select Auto, On or Off from the pull-down menu.
Basic Data Rates By default, the unit adaptively selects the highest possible rate for
transmission. Select the basic rates to be used among the following
options: 1-2Mbps, Default (1-2-5.5-11Mbps), or All(1-2-5,5-6-11-
12-24Mbps.)
Beacon Interval Beacon Interval is the amount of time between beacon transmissions.
Before a station enters power save mode, the station needs the beacon
interval to know when to wake up to receive the beacon. Range 20-
999, default is 100.
Data Beacon
Rate (DTIM) Range from 1 to 255, default setting is 1.
Fragment
Threshold Fragmentation mechanism is used for improving the efficiency when
high traffic flows along in the wireless network. If the 802.11g
MIMO Wireless Device often transmit large files in wireless network,
you can enter new Fragment Threshold value to split the packet. The
value can be set from 256 to 2346. The default value is 2346.
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RTS Threshold RTS Threshold is a mechanism implemented to prevent the “Hidden
Node” problem. If the “Hidden Node” problem is an issue, please
specify the packet size. The RTS mechanism will be activated if the
data size exceeds the value you set.. The default value is 2347.
Warning: Enabling RTS Threshold will cause redundant network
overhead that could negatively affect the throughput performance
instead of providing a remedy.
This value should remain at its default setting of 2347. Should you encounter
inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications of this value are
recommended.
Short Preamble Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Disable. A
preamble is a signal used in wireless environment to synchronize the
transmitting timing including Synchronization and Start frame
delimiter.
Short Slot Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Enable.
Tx Burst Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Enable.
Pkt_Aggregate Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Enable.
IGMP Snooping Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Disable.
Wi-Fi Multimedia
WMM Capable Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Enable.
APSD Capable Select Disable or Enable this function, default setting is Disable.
WMM
Parameters Click the WMM Configuration button to go further settings.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
Cancel Click to discard the current settings.
Security
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Select SSID
SSID choice Select the SSID form the pull-down menu for security settings.
Security Mode There are several types of authentication modes including Disable,
Open, Shared, WEP Auto, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-
PSK, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPA/WPA2 and 802.1X.
Disable
Disable: Encryption is set to Disable by default. There is no security
be set when Disable be selected.
OPEN, SHARED, WEP AUTO
Open: If your wireless device is using "Open” authentication, then
the wireless adapter will need to be set to the same authentication
type.
Shared: Shared key is when both the sender and the recipient share a
secret key.
WEP Auto: If WEP encryption is selected, users will have to Set
WEP keys either manually or select to Use 802.1x Authentication to
make the RADIUS server to issue the WEP key dynamically.
Default Key: There are four keys 1~4 that you can select at will. All
computers, access points, and wireless adapters must use the same
key when making a connection.
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WEP Key 1~4: Enter the password in the encryption key field that
the encryption key number must match the selected key.
• Hexadecimal (128bits): 26 Hex characters (0~9, a~f).
• ASCII (128bits): 13 ASCII characters.
WPA
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access): It is designed to improve WEP
security and provides stronger data protection and network access
control than WEP. Most wireless networks should use either WEP or
WPA security. If WPA is selected, please select WPA Algorithms
for TKIP or AES. Then enter Port, IP address and Shared Secret
for Enterprise (RADIUS Server) authentication mode. RADIUS is
an authentication, authorization and accounting client-server protocol.
The client is a Network Access Server that desires to authenticate its
links. The server is a server that has access to a user database with
authentication information.
IP Address: Enter the RADIUS Server’s IP Address provided by
your ISP.
Port: Enter the RADIUS Server’s port number provided by your ISP.
The default is 1812.
Shared Secret: Enter the password that the device shares with the
RADIUS Server.
WPA-PSK
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WPA Algorithms: Select TKIP or AES for the WPA Algorithms.
Pass Phrase: Pass Phrase serves as a password. Users may key in 8 to
63 characters string if you select Passphrase to set the passwords or
leave it blank, in which the 802.1x Authentication will be activated.
Make sure the same password is used on client's end.
WPA2
WPA Algorithms: Select TKIP, AES or TKIP/AES for the WPA
Algorithms.
Pre-Authentication: Select Enable or Disable to execute this
function .This function only valid under WAP2-RADIUS
authentication. The two most important features beyond WPA to
become standardized through 802.11i/ WPA2 are: pre-authentication,
which enables secure fast roaming without noticeable signal latency.
Pre-authentication provides a way to establish a PMK security
association before a client associates. The advantage is that the client
reduces the time that it's disconnected to the network.
Radius Server: RADIUS is an authentication, authorization and
accounting client-server protocol. The client is a Network Access
Server that desires to authenticate its links. The server is a server that
has access to a user database with authentication information.
IP Address: Enter the RADIUS Server’s IP Address provided by
your ISP.
Port: Enter the RADIUS Server’s port number provided by your ISP.
The default is 1812.
Shared Secret: Enter the password that the device shares with the
RADIUS Server.
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WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
WPA Algorithms: Select TKIP, AES or TKIP/AES for the WPA
Algorithms.
Pass Phrase: Pass Phrase serves as a password. Users may key in 8 to
63 characters string if you select Passphrase to set the passwords or
leave it blank, in which the 802.1x Authentication will be activated.
Make sure the same password is used on client's end.
WPA/WPA2
WPA Algorithms: Select TKIP, AES or TKIP/AES for the WPA
Algorithms.
Radius Server: RADIUS is an authentication, authorization and
accounting client-server protocol. The client is a Network Access
Server that desires to authenticate its links. The server is a server that
has access to a user database with authentication information.
IP Address: Enter the RADIUS Server’s IP Address provided by
your ISP.
Port: Enter the RADIUS Server’s port number provided by your ISP.
The default is 1812.
Shared Secret: Enter the password that the device shares with the
RADIUS Server.
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802.1X
802.1x WEP: Select Disable or Enable to use 802.1x authentication
to make the RADIUS server to issue the WEP key dynamically.
Radius Server: RADIUS is an authentication, authorization and
accounting client-server protocol. The client is a Network Access
Server that desires to authenticate its links. The server is a server that
has access to a user database with authentication information.
IP Address: Enter the RADIUS Server’s IP Address provided by
your ISP.
Port: Enter the RADIUS Server’s port number provided by your ISP.
The default is 1812.
Shared Secret: Enter the password that the device shares with the
RADIUS Server.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
Cancel Click to discard the current settings.
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WPS
WPS Configuration
WPS Select Enable or Disable from the pull-down menu.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
WPS Summary Here shows the WPS function status.
Reset OOB Click the button to reset the settings.
WPS Process
WPS mode Select PCB or PIN WPS mode.
PIN Enter the PIN code form the registrar or enrollee to make a WPS
connection with client.
PBC Select PBC then click Apply to make a WPS connection with client.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
WPS Status Here shows the current status of the WPS function.
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Trusted Stations
Select SSID
SSID choice Select the SSID from the pull-down menu.
Trusted Stations Policy
Trusted Stations
Policy Select Disable, Enable –Rules for DROP, or Enable –Rules for
ACCEPT form the pull-down menu.
Station MAC
Address Enter the MAC address of the station.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
Reset Press to discard the current settings.
Current Trusted
Stations rules Here shows the information of the trusted stations clients.
Delete Selected Select the unwanted trusted station MAC addresses and then click the
Delete Selected button to eliminate them.
Delete All Click to delete all the trusted station MAC addresses in the table.
Reset Click to clear the current settings.
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Station List
Here shows the information of stations that connected with the AP.
Administration
User/ Password
Administrator Settings
Account Enter the user name for managing this device. Maximum Input is 16
alphanumeric characters.
Password Enter the passwords for managing this device.
Apply Click to save and apply the current settings.
Cancel Click to discard the current settings.
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System Log
System Log Management
Enable Log Check the box to enable this function.
System all Check to show all system related log files.
Apply Changes Click this button to save the settings.
Refresh Click to renew the current log message.
Clear Click to remove current log message.
Upload Firmware
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Update Firmware
Location Click the Browse button, find and open the firmware file (the
browser will display to correct file path).
Apply Click the Apply button to perform.
Reset Click Reset to restore to default values.
Settings Management
Export Settings
Export Button Click the Export button to export the current device settings.
Import Settings
Settings file
location Click the Browse button, find and open the file that has been saved
before. (The browser will display to correct file path).
Import Click the Import button to import the device settings.
Cancel Click to discard the current settings.
Load Factory Defaults
Load Default
Button Click to Load Default button to set the device back to factory default
settings.
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Statistics
This screen displays the transmission and reception statistics on your current networks.
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Chapter 4: PC Configuration
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
• TCP/IP network settings
• Internet Access configuration
• Wireless configuration
Windows Clients
• This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the
Wireless Device.
• The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
• The Wireless Device uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is essential
that the TCP/IP protocol be installed and configured on each PC.
TCP/IP Settings - Overview
If using default Wireless Device settings, and default Windows TCP/IP
settings, no changes need to be made.
• By default, the Wireless Device will act as a DHCP Server, automatically providing a
suitable IP Address (and related information) to each PC when the PC boots.
• For all non-Server versions of Windows, the default TCP/IP setting is to act as a DHCP
client.
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are
required:
• The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Wireless Device.
• The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP.
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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:
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below.
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Using DHCP
• To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the
default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Device
will act as a DHCP Server.
• Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Device.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
• Enter the Wireless Device's IP address in the Default gateway field and click OK. (Your
LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Device.)
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and
enters the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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:
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct.
Using DHCP
• To use DHCP, select Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows
setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Device will act as a DHCP
Server.
• Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Device.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
• In the Default gateway field, enter the Wireless Device's IP address and click OK. Your
LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Device.
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and
enters the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
Internet Access
To configure your PCs to use the Wireless Device for Internet access:
• Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional.
• Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN,
rather than by a Dial-up connection.
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For Windows 2000
1. Select Start Menu - Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options.
2. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
3. Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually, or I want to connect through a
local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
4. Select "I connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
5. Ensure all of the boxes on the following Local area network Internet Configuration
screen are unchecked.
6. Check the "No" option when prompted "Do you want to set up an Internet mail account
now?"
7. Click Finish to close the Internet Connection Wizard. Setup is now completed.
For Windows XP
1. Select Start Menu - Control Panel - Network and Internet Connections.
2. Select Set up or change your Internet Connection.
3. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
4. Cancel the pop-up "Location Information" screen.
5. Click Next on the "New Connection Wizard" screen.
6. Select "Connect to the Internet" and click Next.
7. Select "Set up my connection manually" and click Next.
8. Check "Connect using a broadband connection that is always on" and click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the New Connection Wizard. Setup is now completed.
Accessing AOL
To access AOL (America On Line) through the Wireless Device, the AOL for Windows
software must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up connection.
The configuration process is as follows:
1. Start the AOL for Windows communication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or
later. This procedure will not work with earlier versions.
2. Click the Setup button.
3. Select Create Location, and change the location name from "New Locality" to "Wireless
Device."
4. Click Edit Location. Select TCP/IP for the Network field. (Leave the Phone Number
blank.)
5. Click Save, then OK. Configuration is now complete.
6. Before clicking "Sign On", always ensure that you are using the "Wireless Device"
location.
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Macintosh Clients
From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Device. The procedure is as
follows.
1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel.
2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu.
3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field
can be left blank.
4. Close the TCP/IP panel, saving your settings.
Note:
If using manually assigned IP addresses instead of DHCP, the required changes are:
• Set the Device Address field to the Wireless Device's IP Address.
• Ensure your DNS settings are correct.
Linux Clients
To access the Internet via the Wireless Device, it is only necessary to set the Wireless Device
as the "Gateway".
Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any changes.
Fixed IP Address
By default, most Unix installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a
fixed IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.
• Set your "Default Gateway" to the IP Address of the Wireless Device.
• Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct.
To act as a DHCP Client (Recommended)
The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux and X -windows shell.
1. Start your X Windows client.
2. Select Control Panel - Network
3. Select the "Interface" entry for your Network card. Normally, this will be called "eth0".
4. Click the Edit button, set the "protocol" to "DHCP", and save this data.
5. To apply your changes:
• Use the "Deactivate" and "Activate" buttons, if available.
• OR, restart your system.
Other Unix Systems
To access the Internet via the Wireless Device:
• Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the Wireless
Device.
• Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct.
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Wireless Station Configuration
• This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Device's Access
Point, regardless of the operating system that is used on the client.
• To use the Wireless Station with Wireless Device, each Wireless Station must have
compatible settings, as follows:
Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure.
SSID (ESSID) This must match the value used on the Wireless Device. The default
value is Untitled.
Note! The SSID is case sensitive.
WEP
By default, the security setting on the Wireless Device is Disabled.
• If security setting remains disabled on the Wireless Device, all
stations must have it disabled.
• If security setting is enabled on the Wireless Device, each station
must use the same settings as the Wireless Device.
WPA
WPA2 (AES)
WPA2 Mixed
WPA (TKIP/AES)/ WPA2 (AES)/ WPA2 Mixed: If one of these
securities is enabled on the Wireless Device, each station must use the
same settings as the Wireless Device. If there is no security is enabled on
the Wireless Device, the security of each station should be disabled as
well.
Note: By default, the Wireless Device will allow both 802.11b and 802.11g connections.
Appendix A:
Troubleshooting
Overview
This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless
Device and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless
Device still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.
General Problems
Problem 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Device to configure it.
Solution 1: Check the following:
• The Wireless Device is properly installed, LAN connections are OK,
and it is powered ON.
• Ensure that your PC and the Wireless Device are on the same network
segment. (If you don't have a device, this must be the case.)
• If your PC is set to "Obtain an IP Address automatically" (DHCP
client), restart it.
• If your PC uses a Fixed (Static) IP address, ensure that it is using an IP
Address within the range 10.10.10.1 to 10.10.10.253 and thus
compatible with the Wireless Device's default IP Address of
10.10.10.254.
Also, the Network Mask should be set to 255.255.255.0 to match the
Wireless Device.
In Windows, you can check these settings by using Control Panel-
Network to check the Properties for the TCP/IP protocol.
Internet Access
Problem 1: When I enter a URL or IP address I get a time out error.
Solution 1: A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting
steps.
• Check if other PCs work. If they do, ensure that your PCs IP settings are
correct. If using a Fixed (Static) IP Address, check the Network Mask,
Default gateway and DNS as well as the IP Address.
• If the PCs are configured correctly, but still not working, check the
Wireless Device. Ensure that it is connected and ON. Connect to it and
check its settings. (If you can't connect to it, check the LAN and power
connections.)
• If the Wireless Device is configured correctly, check your Internet
connection (DSL/Cable modem etc) to see that it is working correctly.
Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Device.
Solution 2: The Wireless Device processes the data passing through it, so it is not
transparent.
Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet
applications, which do not function correctly. If this does solve the problem
you can use the DMZ function. This should work with almost every
application, but:
• It is a security risk, since the firewall is disabled.
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• Only one (1) PC can use this feature.
Wireless Access
Problem 1: My PC can't locate the Wireless Device.
Solution 1: Check the following:
• Your PC is set to Infrastructure Mode. (Access Points are always in
Infrastructure Mode.)
• The SSID on your PC and the Wireless Device are the same.
Remember that the SSID is case-sensitive. So, for example
"Workgroup" does NOT match "workgroup".
• Both your PC and the Wireless Device must have the same setting for
security. The default setting for the Wireless Device is disabled, so your
wireless station should also have security setting disabled.
• If security setting is enabled on the Wireless Device, your PC must have
it enabled, and the password or key must match.
• If the Wireless Device's Wireless screen is set to Allow LAN access to
selected Wireless Stations only, then each of your Wireless stations
must have been selected, or access will be blocked.
• To see if radio interference is causing a problem, see if connection is
possible when close to the Wireless Device. Remember that the
connection range can be as little as 100 feet in poor environments.
Problem 2: Wireless connection speed is very slow.
Solution 2: The wireless system will connect at the highest possible speed, depending
on the distance and the environment. To obtain the highest possible
connection speed, you can experiment with the following:
• Wireless Device location.
Try adjusting the location and orientation of the Wireless Device.
• Wireless Channel.
If interference is the problem, changing to another channel may show a
marked improvement.
• Radio Interference.
Other devices may be causing interference. You can experiment by
switching other devices Off, and see if this helps. Any "noisy" devices
should be shielded or relocated.
• RF Shielding.
Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless
stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close
to the Wireless Device.
Appendix B:
About Wireless LANs
BSS
BSS
A group of Wireless Stations and a single Access Point, all using the same ID (SSID), form a
Basic Service Set (BSS).
Using the same SSID is essential. Devices with different SSIDs are unable to communicate
with each other.
Channels
The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.
• Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to
choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA
and Canada, 11 channel are available. If using multiple Access Points, it is better if
adjacent Access Points use different Channels to reduce interference.
• In "Infrastructure" mode, Wireless Stations normally scan all Channels, looking for an
Access Point. If more than one Access Point can be used, the one with the strongest signal
is used. (This can only happen within an ESS.)
Note to US model owner: To comply with US FCC regulation, the country
selection function has been completely removed from all US models. The above
function is for non-US models only.
Security
Authentication methods include Disable, Open, Shared, WEP Auto, WPA, WPA-PSK,
WPA2, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPA1/WPA2 and 802.1X. Once you choose
your authentication, you then need to select the Data Encryption methods which may includes
WEP Key, Pass Phrase and Radius Server settings.
Encryption
Enabling WEP can protect your data from eavesdroppers. There are two levels of WEP
Encryption: 64 bits and 128 bits. 64 bits WEP encryption requires enter 10 Hex characters as a
“secret key”, whereas 128 bits WEP requires users to enter 26 Hex characters as “secret key”.
PASS PHRASE is applicable only when you select to use WPA-PSK authentication. You will
need to enter an 8~63 characters password to kick off the encryption process, which will
generate four WEP keys automatically.
RADIUS setup is used to set up additional parameters for authorizing wireless clients through
RADIUS server. The RADIUS setup is required when you select to use Open System with
802.1x or WPA/WPA2 authentication.
Open, Shared, WEP auto
With Shared Key or Open System, the Wireless Device can automatically change its
authentication method to Shared Key or Open System depending on its client’s setting.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a standard for encrypting data before it is transmitted.
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This is desirable because it is impossible to prevent snoopers from receiving any data that is
transmitted by your Wireless Stations. But if the data is encrypted, then it is meaningless unless
the receiver can decrypt it.
If WEP is used, the Wireless Stations and the Access Point must have the same settings
for each of the following:
WEP Off, 64 Bit, 128 Bit.
Key For 64 Bit encryption, the Key value must match.
For 128 Bit encryption, the Key value must match.
WEP Authentication Open System or Shared Key.
WPA/WPA2
WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is more secure than WEP. It uses a “Shared Key”
which allows the encryption keys to be regenerated at a specified interval. There are four
encryption options: TKIP, AES, TKIP-AES and additional setup for RADIUS is required in
this method.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
WPA/WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access using Pre-Shared Key) is recommended for users who
are not using a RADIUS server in a home environment and all their clients support
WPA/WPA2. This method provides a better security.
Encryption WEP Key 1~4 Passphrase
TKIP
AES NOT REQUIRED 8-63 characters
802.1x
With 802.1x authentication, a wireless PC can join any network and receive any messages that
are not encrypted, however, additional setup for RADIUS to issue the WEP key dynamically
will be required.
Wireless LAN Configuration
To allow Wireless Stations to use the Access Point, the Wireless Stations and the Access Point
must use the same settings, as follows:
Mode On client Wireless Stations, the mode must be set to "Infrastructure."
(The Access Point is always in "Infrastructure" mode.)
SSID (ESSID) Wireless Stations should use the same SSID (ESSID) as the Access
Point they wish to connect to, but the SSID can not set to be null
(blank).
WEP
The Wireless Stations and the Access Point must use the same settings
for WEP (Off, 64 Bit, 128 Bit).
WEP Key: If WEP is enabled, the Key must be the same on the
Wireless Stations and the Access Point.
WEP Authentication: If WEP is enabled, all Wireless Stations must
use the same setting as the Access Point (either "Open System" or
"Shared Key").
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WPA
WPA2 (AES)
WPA2 Mixed
WPA (TKIP/AES)/ WPA2 (AES)/ WPA2 Mixed: If one of these
securities is enabled on the Wireless Device, each station must use the
same settings as the Wireless Device. If there is no security is enabled
on the Wireless Device, the security of each station should be disabled
as well.
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Regulatory Approvals
CE Standards
This product complies with the 99/5/EEC directives, including the following safety and EMC
standards:
• EN300328-2
• EN301489-1/-17
• EN60950
CE Marking Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.