Global Sun Technology GL2454AP-QA1 802.11g Wireless Access Point/Ethernet Adapter User Manual Introduction

Global Sun Technology Inc 802.11g Wireless Access Point/Ethernet Adapter Introduction

User Manual

108Mbps Wireless Network Access Point USER MANUAL
Contents 1. Product Feature ......................................................................................................3 2. Getting Start ...........................................................................................................3 2.1 Know the 108Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter.........................................3 2.2 Connect to the 108Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter .................................3 2.3 Configuration via Web Manager................................................................4 2.3.1 Access the Setting Menu................................................................4 2.3.2 Status..............................................................................................6 2.3.2 Basic Setting ..................................................................................7 2.3.3 IP Setting........................................................................................8 2.3.4 Security ..........................................................................................9 2.3.5 Tools.............................................................................................10 3. Configuration through the Utility ........................................................................11 3.1 Link Information...................................................................................... 11 3.2 AP Settings...............................................................................................12 3.3 IP Setting..................................................................................................13 3.4 Security ....................................................................................................14
1. Product Feature ● Compliance with IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b standards ● High efficient design mechanism to provide unbeatable performance ● Achieving data rate up to 54Mbps for 802.11g and 11Mps for 802.11b with wide range coverage ● Network security with WEP ● Quick and easy setup with Web-based management utility. 2. Getting Start 2.1 Know the 108Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter Ports: ● Power Receptor ● Reset Button ● RJ-45 Ethernet Port Straight through cable is required to connect with router or switch Cross-over cable is required to connect to computer directly LEDs: ● Power LED: ON when the unit is powered up ● WLAN LED: ON indicates WLAN is working; BLINK indicates wireless activity. 2.2 Connect to the 108Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter This wireless Ethernet adapter transforms the Ethernet-enabled devices to have the wireless function. The wireless Ethernet adapter enables wireless communication over your network. There are two examples shown as the below.
Infrastructure Mode: Ad-Hoc Mode: 2.3 Configuration via Web Manager 2.3.1 Access the Setting Menu You could start to access the configuration menu anytime by opening a web browser window by typing the IP address of this access point. The default IP is 192.168.1.1.
The below window will popup. Please enter the user name and password. Both of the default is “admin”. Now, the main menu screen is popup.
2.3.2 Status This page as below shows you the following information. Firmware Version: Shows the current firmware version. LAN: Shows the Mac address, IP address (default: 192.168.1.1), Subnet Mask, Gateway Address. The current LAN traffic calculated in terms of number of packets sent and received by AP through wired connection is also displayed. Wireless: Shows the Mac address, current SSID, the status of Encryption Function (Enable or Disable), the current using channel. The current wireless traffic calculated in terms of number of packets sent and received through wireless communication is also displayed.
2.3.2 Basic Setting This is the page allow you to change the access point. Mode: Operating mode. This Ethernet adapter supports infrastructure and Ad-Hoc mode. SSID: Service Set Identifier, which is a unique name shared among all clients and nodes in a wireless network. The SSID must be identical for each clients and nodes in the wireless network. Channel: The channel that AP will operate in. In Ad-Hoc mode, you can select the channel range of 1 to 11 for North America (FCC) domain, 1 to 13 for European (ETSI) domain and 1 to 14 for Japanese domain. Tx Rate: Select the data rate for data transmission. Default is auto. Authentication Type: The authentication type default is set to open system. It means the sender and receiver do not share secret Key for communication. Shared Key is the sender and receiver shares the common key for data communication, and the key is used for extended length of time. WEP Key: WEP data encryption feature. To disable WEP security, click on the “Disable” option. To enable WEP security, there are 2 types to select – 64bits and 128 bits. When it is selected, the key value must be entered in ASCII or HEX format.
Apply: For the changes made to any of the items above to be effective, click “Apply”. The new settings are now been saved to Access Point and will be effective once the Access Point restarts. 2.3.3 IP Setting This page allows you to configure the IP of the wireless Ethernet adapter. The default IP address is 192.168.1.1 with the subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. You can type in other values for IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway and click “Apply” button for the changes to be effective. You can also set to obtain the IP from a DHCP server. Select the option “Obtain IP Automatically” and click “Apply” button for the changes to be effective.
2.3.4 Security This page is where you configure the security feature. Password: Allow you to change the new login password. Here are the necessary steps: 1. Enter the new password in the “AP Password New:” field. 2. Enter the new password again in the “Confirm” field. 3. Click “Apply”
2.3.5 Tools Four functions are provided in this page, Backup, Restore Settings, Restore default settings and Firmware Upgrade. Backup Settings: Click on “Backup” button, which will open a FileSave Dialog box, where you get to save all the current settings and configurations to a file. Restore Settings: Click on the “Browse” button to open a FileOpen Dialog box, where you get to select the file, which you save previous settings and configurations. Upon selecting the saved file, click “Restore” and complete the restore process when the access point re-operates after it restarts. Restore to default settings: Click on “Default” button to restore the access point back to its manufacture default settings. Firmware Upgrade: Click on the “Browse” button to open a FileOpen Dialog box, where you get to select the firmware file, which you download from the web for the latest version. Upon selecting the firmware file, click “Upgrade” and complete the firmware upgrade process when the Access Point re-operates after it restarts.
3. Configuration through the Utility 3.1 Link Information Link information is showing you the related current setting of the first AP.
3.2 AP Settings Basic Setting: You could select the mode – Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc ESSID: It is used by all wireless devices within the wireless network. Channel: The channel is selective in Ad-Hoc. Select the appropriate channel from the dropping list.
3.3 IP Setting Fixed IP Address: Users can assign a fixed IP address to this AP manually. DHCP Client: Enable the DHCP client function by clicking the radio button if you have the DHCP server running in your LAN network.
3.4 Security Data Encryption: please tick it if you like to have WEP key as the data encryption mechanism. Authentication Type: The authentication type default is set to open system. It means the sender and receiver do not share secret Key for communication. Shared Key is the sender and receiver shares the common key for data communication. WEP Key Setting: This will be enabled only while data encryption is selected. The key value must be entered in ASCII or HEX format by clicking the radio button. Besides, there are two options for the key length: 64bits or 128bits. There are four key sets are available to assign.
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. 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. GLOBAL SUN TECHNOLOGY INC. declare that GL2454AP-QA1/GL2454AP-QA3 (802.11g Wireless Access Point/802.11g Ethernet Adapter) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in USA."

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