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NETGEAR WNAP210
ProSafe Wireless-N
Access Point Reference
Manual
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
202-10474-01
February 2009
v1.0
© 2009 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved..
Technical Support
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NETGEAR, INC. Support Information
Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for US & Canada only. For other countries, see your Support information card.
E-mail: support@netgear.com
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Trademarks
NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, ProSafe, and Auto Uplink are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.Other brand and
product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNDAP210 has been suppressed in accordance with the
conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example,
test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the
notes in the operating instructions.
The Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß dasProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNDAP210 gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/
1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B.
Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der
Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the Class B category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area
thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas. When used
near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling.
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Note: Delete this note and the information below for products that are not wireless.
Regulatory Compliance Information
This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio
spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result
in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.
NOTE: This product's firmware limits operation to only the channels allowed in a particular Region or Country.
Therefore, all options described in this user's guide may not be available in your version of the product.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-17, EN60950, EN301 893
Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community
Cesky [Czech]
NETGEAR Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radiolan je ve shode se základními
požadavky a dalšími príslušnými ustanoveními smernice 1999/5/ES..
Dansk
[Danish]
Undertegnede NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radiolan overholder
de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch
[German]
Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR Inc., dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit
den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
[Estonian]
Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR Inc. seadme Radiolan vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
English
Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Español
[Spanish]
Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los
requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Ελληνική
[Greek]
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ
ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
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Français
[French]
Par la présente NETGEAR Inc. déclare que l'appareil Radiolan est conforme aux
exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Italiano [Italian]
Con la presente NETGEAR Inc. dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requisiti
essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Latviski
[Latvian]
Ar šo NETGEAR Inc. deklarē, ka Radiolan atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām
prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuvių
[Lithuanian]
Šiuo NETGEAR Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc. dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de
essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Malti [Maltese]
Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc., jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet
essenzjali u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Magyar
[Hungarian]
Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ
követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski [Polish]
Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. oświadcza, że Radiolan jest zgodny z zasadniczymi
wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Português
[Portuguese]
NETGEAR Inc. declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais
e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko
[Slovenian]
NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi
relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky
[Slovak]
NETGEAR Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, _e Radiolan spĺňa základné po_iadavky a všetky
príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi
[Finnish]
NETGEAR Inc. vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY
oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Svenska
[Swedish]
Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc. att denna Radiolan står I överensstämmelse med de
väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv
1999/5/EG.
Íslenska
[Icelandic]
Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar
kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
Norsk
[Norwegian]
NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de
grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
FCC Information to User
This product does not contain any user serviceable components and is to be used with approved antennas only. Any
product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Declaration Of Conformity
We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that
the model WNAP210 ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNDAP210 complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions
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 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 methods:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
•
Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit different from that which the radio receiver is connected
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210
Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
PY308400098
Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate
the equipment.
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Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus (ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNDAP210) does not exceed the Class B limits for radionoise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Canada ID: 4054A-WG111
Product and Publication Details
Model Number:
WNAP210
Publication Date:
February 2009
Product Family:
Wireless Access Point
Product Name:
ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210
Home or Business Product:
Business
Language:
English
Publication Part Number:
202-10474-01
Publication Version Number:
1.0
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About This Manual
The NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 Reference Manual describes how
to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11n Wireless Access Point WNAP210. The
information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
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Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions::
Italic
Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold
User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed
Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic
URL links
Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
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Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
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Scope. This manual is written for the WNDAP330 Wireless Access Point according to these
specifications:
Product Version
ProSafe 802.11n Wireless Access Point WNAP210
Manual Publication Date
February 2009
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the
NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents.”
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/main.asp.
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at a time.
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button that displays an index.
Double-click a link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is
described in the manual.
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model.
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Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
and
, for browsing forward or backward through the manual one page
button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
How to Print This Manual
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Printing a page from HTML. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to
a major topic. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print the page contents.
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Revision History
Part Number
Version
Date
Number
202-104741-01 1.0
February
2009
Description
Initial edition: New product
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Technical Support ii
Trademarks ii
Statement of Conditions ii
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer ii
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs ii
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement ii
Regulatory Compliance Information iii
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity iii
Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community iii
FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States v
FCC Information to User v
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure v
FCC Declaration Of Conformity v
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions v
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations vi
Product and Publication Details vi
About the ProSafe 802.11n Wireless Access Point WNAP210 1
Key Features and Standards 2
Supported Standards and Conventions 2
Key Features 3
802.11a/b/g/n Standards-based Wireless Networking 4
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 5
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 5
System Requirements 6
What’s In the Box? 6
Hardware Description 7
Front Panel 7
Rear Panel 8
Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines 1
System Requirements 2
Configuring the Access Point 3
Setting Your Basic LAN Settings 3
Configuring Your Wireless Settings 7
Verifying Basic Wireless Connectivity 9
Deploying the Access Point 10
Installing the Wall Mount Kit (Optional) 10
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Configuring and Testing Your PCs for Wireless Connectivity 11
Logging in to the Access Point 12
Understanding WNAP210 Wireless Security Options 1
WEP/WPA Settings 2
SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form 4
Configuring WEP 5
Configuring WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK 7
Configuring WPA with Radius, WPA2 with Radius, and WPA + WPA2 with Radius 8
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address 10
Rebooting the ProSafe Access Point 5
Viewing the Statistics 6
Configuring the Advanced Wireless Settings 7
Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings 9
Configuring Wireless Multi-Point Bridging 1
Configuring Repeater with Wireless Client Association 4
No lights are lit on the access point. 1
The Ethernet light is not lit. 1
The WLAN light is not lit. 1
I cannot configure the access point from a browser. 2
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. 2
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error. 3
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings 3
Factory Default Settings 1
Technical Specifications 3
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes some of the key features of the NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless-N Access
Point WNAP210. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation (“System
Requirements” on page 1-6.), package contents (“What’s In the Box?” on page 1-6) and a
description of the front and back panels of the WNAP210 (“Hardware Description” on page 1-7).
About the ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210
The ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 is the basic building block of a wireless LAN
infrastructure. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped
wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
The WNAP210 provides wireless connectivity to multiple wireless network devices within a fixed
range or area of coverage—interacting with a wireless network interface card (NIC) via an
antenna. Typically, an individual in-building access point provides a maximum connectivity area
of about a 500 foot radius. Consequently, the ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 can
support a small group of users in a range of several hundred feet. Most access points can handle
between 10 to 30 users simultaneously.
The ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 acts as a bridge between the wired LAN and
wireless clients. Connecting multiple WNAP210 Wireless-N Access Points via a wired Ethernet
backbone can further lengthen the wireless network coverage. As a mobile computing device
moves out of the range of one access point, it moves into the range of another. As a result, wireless
clients can freely roam from one Access Point to another and still maintain seamless connection to
the network.
The auto-sensing capability of the ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 allows packet
transmission at up to 300 Mbps, or at reduced speeds to compensate for distance or
electromagnetic interference.
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Key Features and Standards
The WNAP210 Wireless-N Access Point is easy-to-use and provides solid wireless and
networking support. It also offers a wide range of security options.
Supported Standards and Conventions
The following standards and conventions are supported:
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Standards Compliance. The Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11 b/g
standards for Wireless LANs, and is WiFi certified for 802.11n draft 2.0 standard.
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Full WPA and WPA2 support. WPA and WPA2 enterprise-class strong security with
RADIUS and certificate authentication as well as dynamic encryption key generation.WPAPSK and WPA2-PSK preshared key authentication without the overhead of RADIUS servers
but with all of the strong security of WPA.
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Multiple BSSIDs. Supports multiple BSSIDs. When a wireless access point is connected to a
wired network and a set of wireless stations, it is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). The Basic
Service Set Identifier (BSSID) is a unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over
a WLAN that differentiates one WLAN from another when a mobile device tries to connect to
the network.
The multiple BSSID feature allows you to configure up to 8 SSIDs per Radio mode on your
access point and assign different configuration settings to each SSID. All the configured
SSIDs are active and the network devices can connect to the access point by using any of these
SSIDs.
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DHCP Client Support. DHCP provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon
request. The WNAP210 can act as a client and obtain information from your DHCP server; it
can also act as a DHCP server and provide network information for wireless clients.
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SNMP Support. Support for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Management
Information Base (MIB) management.
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802.1Q VLAN (Virtual LAN) Support. A network of computers that behave as if they are
connected to the same network even though they actually may be physically located on
different segments of a LAN. VLANs are configured through software rather than hardware,
which makes them extremely flexible. VLANs are very useful for user/host management,
bandwidth allocation and resource optimization.
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Key Features
The WNAP210 provides solid functionality, including the following features:
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Band Selection. The Wireless Access Point allows you to configure the band you wish to use.
For each Access Point, you can choose to operate in either the 2.4 GHz band or the 5 GHz
band.
The choice of band is reflected in protocol standard supported, as well as the administration
screens displayed to you. For example, if you choose to enable the 2.4 GHz band, only
802.11b/g/n protocols are supported. In addition, in the administration screens, the
configuration options for 802.11a/n protocols are greyed out. On the other hand, if you enable
the 5GHz band, the 802.11 a/n protocols are support and the 802.11b/g/n protocol support is
disabled. In this case, the configuration options for 802.11b/g/n protocols are greyed out.
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Multiple operating modes:
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Wireless Access Point. Operates as a standard 802.11a/b/g/n access point.
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Point-to-Point Bridge. In this mode, the WNAP210 only communicates with another
bridge-mode wireless station or access point. Network authentication should be used to
protect this communication.
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Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge. Select this only if this WNAP210 is the “Master” for a group
of bridge-mode wireless stations. The other bridge-mode wireless stations send all traffic
to this “Master”, and do not communicate directly with each other. Network
Authentication should be used to protect this traffic.
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Wireless Repeater. In this mode, WNAP210 does not function as an access point. It
communicates with only repeater-mode, point-to-point-bridge-mode, and point-to-multipoint-bridge-mode wireless stations. Network authentication should be used to protect this
communication.
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Hotspot Settings. You can allow all HTTP (TCP, port 80) requests to be captured and
redirected to the URL you specify.
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Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily,
using only your Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely. In addition to using Web
browser to do so, command-line interface can also be used.
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Rogue AP Detection. The Rogue AP filtering feature ensures that unknown APs ae not given
access to any part of the LAN.
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Access Control. The Access Control MAC address filtering feature can ensure that only
trusted wireless stations can use the WNAP210 to gain access to your LAN.
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Security Profiles. When using multiple BSSIDs, you can configure unique security settings
(encryption, SSID, etc.) for each BSSID.
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Hidden Mode. The SSID is not broadcast, assuring only clients configured with the correct
SSID can connect.
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Secure Telnet Command Line Interface. The Telnet command line interface enables direct
access over the serial port and easy scripting of configuration of multiple WNAP210 across an
extensive network via the Ethernet interface. An SSH client is required.
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Configuration Backup. Configuration settings can be backed up to a file and restored.
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Secure and Economical Operation. Adjustable power output allows more secure or
economical operation.
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Power over Ethernet. Power can be supplied to the WNAP210 over the Ethernet port from
any 802.3af compliant mid-span or end-span source. Please refer to the Appendix for a list of
compliant Netgear PoE switches.
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Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink Interface. Connects to 10/100/1000
Mbps IEEE 802.3 Ethernet networks.
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LED Indicators. Power, test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity for each radio
mode are easily identified.
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Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support. WMM is a subset of the 802.11e standard. WMM
allows wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the kind of data. Timedependent information, like video or audio, has a higher priority than normal traffic. For
WMM to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WMM.
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Quality of Service (QoS) Support. You can configure parameters that affect traffic flowing
from the wireless access point to the client station and traffic flowing from the client station to
the wireless access point. The QoS feature allows you to prioritize traffic, such as voice and
video traffic, so that packets do not get dropped.
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VLAN Security Profiles. Each Security Profile is automatically allocated a VLAN ID as each
Security Profile is modified.
802.11a/b/g/n Standards-based Wireless Networking
The ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired LANs
and 802.11a/b/g/n compatible wireless LAN networks. It provides connectivity between Ethernet
wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and
other devices. Additionally, the WNAP210 supports the following wireless features:
• Aggregation Support
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Reduced InterFrame Spacing support
Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MIMO) support
Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK procedure,
retransmission of unacknowledged frames)
RTS/CTS handshake
Beacon generation
Packet fragmentation and reassembly
Auto or long preamble
Roaming among access points on the same subnet
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
The WNAP210 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. The LAN interface is autosensing and
capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation.
The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will
automatically sense whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a “normal”
connection such as to a computer or an “uplink” connection such as to a switch or hub. That port
will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates any concerns
about crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right
connection.
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products
For a list of compatible products from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet
Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net).
The following NETGEAR products work with the WNAP210 Wireless-N Access Point:
• FS108P - ProSafe 8 Port 10/100 Switch with 4 Port PoE
• FS116P ProSafe 16 Port 10/100 Desktop Switch with 8 Port PoE
• FS726TP - ProSafe 24 Port 10/100 Smart Switch with 2 Gigabit Ports and 12 Port PoE
• FS728TP - ProSafe 24+4 10/100 Smart Switch with full PoE
• FS752TPS - ProSafe 48 Port 10/100 Stackable Smart Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports and 24 Port
PoE
• FSM7328PS - ProSafe 24-port 10/100 L3 Managed Stackable Switch with 24 PoE Ports
• FSM7352PS - ProSafe 48 Port 10/100 L3 Managed Stackable Switch with 4 Gigabit Ports and
48 Port PoE
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GS724TP - ProSafe 24-Port GE PoE Smart Switch
GS748TP - ProSafe 48-Port GE PoE Smart Switch
WNDA3100 - RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter
WN121T RangeMax NEXT Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter
WN111 - RangeMax Next Wireless-N USB Adapter
WN511B RangeMax NEXT Wireless-N Notebook Adapter
WN311B RangeMax NEXT Wireless-N PCI Adapter
WAG511 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PC Card
WAG311 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PCI Card
WG311T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Card
WG511T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless CardBus Adapter
WG511 802.11g 54 Mbps Wireless CardBus Adapter
WG111 801.11g 54 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter
WPN111 - RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
System Requirements
Before installing the WNAP210, make sure your system meets these requirements:
• A 10/100/1000 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub or switch
• The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the
package, or one like it
• A 100-120 V, 50-60 Hz AC power source
• A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, or Mozilla
3.0 or above
• At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed
• 802.11b/g/n or 802.11b/g/n-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR WG511 Wireless
Adapter
What’s In the Box?
The product package should contain the following items:
• ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point WNAP210
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Power adapter and cord (12 V dc, 1.0 A)
Straight-through Category 5 Ethernet cable
NETGEAR WNAP210 Wireless-N Access Point Installation Guide
Resource CD which includes this manual
Wall mount kit
Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if there are any missing or damaged parts.
You can refer to the Support Information Card for the telephone number of customer support in
your area. You should keep the Support Information card, along with the original packing
materials, and use the packing materials to repack the WNAP210 if you need to return it for repair.
To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you to register on
the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com.
Hardware Description
This section describes the front and rear hardware functions of the WNAP210.
Front Panel
The WNAP210 front hardware functions are described below.
Figure 1-1
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The following table explains the LED indicators:
Table 1-1. Front Panel LED Indicators
Item
LED DESCRIPTION
Power Indicator
Off: Power is off.
On: Power is on.
Self Test Indicator
Blink: Indicates self test, loading software. This LED may blink for a
minute before going off. If it continues to blink it indicates a
system fault.
Ethernet LAN Speed Indicator
Off: Indicates 10 Mbps or no link detected.
Yellow: Indicates 100 Mbps link detected.
Green: Indicates 1000 Mbps link detected.
Blink (Green): Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN.
Rear Panel
Figure 1-2
The WNAP210 rear panel functions are described below:
1. Restore to Factory Defaults Button: The restore to default button located between the Ethernet
RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the WNAP210 to the factory default settings.
2. RJ-45 Ethernet Port: Use the WNAP210 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to an Ethernet LAN
through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or PoE switch.
3. Power Socket: This socket connects to the WNAP210 12V 1.0A power adapter.
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Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to set up your ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point for wireless
connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b/g/Next or
802.11b/g wireless adapters to connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on your LAN.
Note: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11b/g/Next or 802.11b/g wireless
networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more. This distance can allow for
others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate
steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. The Access Point provides
highly effective security features which are covered in detail in “Understanding
WNAP210 Wireless Security Options” on page 3-1. Deploy the security features
appropriate to your needs
You need to prepare these three things before you can establish a connection through your wireless
access point:
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A location for the WNAP210 that conforms to the “Wireless Equipment Placement and Range
Guidelines” below.
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The wireless access point connected to your LAN through a device such as a hub, switch,
router, or Cable/DSL gateway.
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One or more computers with properly configured 802.11b/g/Next or 802.11b/g wireless
adapters.
Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines
The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the
physical placement of the wireless access point. The latency, data throughput performance, and
notebook power consumption of wireless adapters also vary depending on your configuration
choices.
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Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation
or inability to wirelessly connect to the WNAP210. For complete performance
specifications, see Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications”.
For best results, place your wireless access point:
• Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate.
• In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-ofsight access (even if through walls).
• Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones.
• Away from large metal surfaces.
A Wall Mount Kit is provided with your wireless access point. For installation instructions, see
“Installing the Wall Mount Kit (Optional)” on page 2-10.
If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different radio frequency
Channels to reduce interference. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access
points is 5 Channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11).
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security
settings and placement. Some types of security connections can take slightly longer to establish
and can consume more battery power on a notebook computer.
System Requirements
Before installing the WNAP210, make sure your system meets these requirements:
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A 10/100/1000 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub, router, or switch.
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The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the
package, or one like it.
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The 100-120 V, 50-60 HZ AC Power Source that came with your device.
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A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, Netscape
Navigator 4.78 or above or Mozilla Firefox.
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At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed.
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802.11n-compliant wireless adapters or 802.11b/g-compliant devices.
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Configuring the Access Point
Before installing the ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point, you should make sure that your Ethernet
network is up and working. You will be connecting the access point to the Ethernet network so that
computers with 802.11Next/b/g or 802.11b/g wireless adapters will be able to communicate with
computers on the Ethernet network. In order for this to work correctly, verify that you have met all
of the system requirements, shown on “System Requirements” on page 1-2.
To log into the Access Point:
1. Prepare a computer with an Ethernet adapter. If this computer is already part of your network,
record its TCP/IP configuration settings.
2. Turn on your computer and configure your computer with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210
and 255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the WNAP210 to the computer.
4. Connect the power adapter to the WNAP210 and verify the following:
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The PWR power light goes on.
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The Ethernet port of the wireless access point is lit when connected to a powered on
computer.
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The WLAN LED should be blinking.
Setting Your Basic LAN Settings
The following sections describe how to log in to the wireless access point and to configure your
basic LAN settings.
To configure the WNAP210 for LAN access:
1. Connect to the WNAP210 by opening a browser window on your PC and entering http://
192.168.0.236 in the address field. The WNAP210 login screen will appear.
2. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters.
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Figure 2-1
3. Click OK. The main menu of the WNAP210 will display as shown in Figure 2-2.
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When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, you can select the
Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view the documentation for the
wireless access point.
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When connected to the Internet, you can also select KnowledgeBase to access Application
Notes relevant to wireless networking.
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Select Logout to exit the WNAP210 setup screens. (You will automatically be logged out
of the wireless access point after 5 minutes of no activity.)
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Figure 2-2
To configure the Basic LAN settings:
1. Select Basic Settings under Setup on left side of the main menu. The Basic Settings screen
will display. The default settings should be suitable for most users and environments.
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Figure 2-3
2. Enter the Access Point Name of the WNAP210.
This unique name is the access point NetBIOS name. The Access Point Name is printed on the
rear label of the WNAP210. The default is netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxxx represents the last
6 digits of the WNAP210 MAC address. You may modify the default name with a unique
name up to 15 characters long.
3. Enter the IP Address fields of the WNAP210.
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DHCP Client. By default, the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) client is
disabled. If you have a DHCP server on your LAN and you enable DHCP, the wireless
access point will get its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway settings
automatically from the DHCP server on your network when you connect the WNAP210 to
your LAN.
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IP Address. Enter the IP Address of your wireless access point.The default IP address is
192.168.0.236. To change it, enter an unused IP address from the address range used on
your LAN; or enable DHCP.
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IP Subnet Mask. The Access Point will automatically calculate the subnet mask based on
the IP address that you assign. Otherwise, you can use 255.255.255.0 (the default) as the
subnet mask.
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Default Gateway. Enter the IP address of the gateway for your LAN. For more complex
networks, enter the address of the router for the network segment to which the wireless
access point is connected. The default is 0.0.0.0.
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Primary DNS Servers. The WNAP210 will use this IP address as the primary Domain
Name Server used by stations on your LAN. The default is 0.0.0.0.
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Secondary DNS Servers. The WNAP210 will use this IP address as the secondary
Domain Name Server used by stations on your LAN. The default is 0.0.0.0.
4. From the pull-down menu, select the local Time Zone for your wireless access point from a
list of all available time zones. The default is GMT.-08:00
5. Check the Adjust for Daylight Saving Time if your location uses daylight savings. The
default is no adjustment.
Note: If you do not have an Internet connection to get the current time, the wireless
access point will get the current time from the connecting PC.
6. Click Apply to save your Basic IP settings.
Note: If you change the default subnet of the LAN IP address, you will be
disconnected from the Access Point user interface. To reconnect, reconfigure
your computer with a static IP address within the new LAN IP subnet.
By default, the WNAP210 is set with the DHCP client disabled. If your network uses dynamic IP
addresses, you must change this setting (see “Logging in to the Access Point” on page 2-12),
Configuring Your Wireless Settings
The following sections describe how to configure the wireless settings for both the 802.11b/g/Next
and 802.11b/g modes.
To configure the Access Point wireless settings of your wireless access point:
1. From the main menu under Setup, select Wireless Settings.The Wireless Settings screen will
display as shown in Figure 2-4 below
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Figure 2-4
2. From the Country/Region pull-down menu, select the region where the WNAP210 can be
used (the Country/Region is not Configurable in the United States; but is configurable in the
rest of the world).
Note: If your country or region is not listed, please check with your local government
agency.
3. Configure the Wireless LAN settings based on the following field descriptions:
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Turn Radio On. On by default, you can also turn off the radio to disable access through
this device. This can be helpful for configuration, network tuning, or troubleshooting
activities.
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Wireless Network Name (SSID). Enter a 32-character (maximum) service set ID in this
field; the characters are case sensitive. When the wireless access point is deployed in
“infrastructure” mode, the SSID assigned to a wireless device must match the wireless
access point SSID in order for the wireless device to communicate with the WNAP210. If
they do not match, you will not get a wireless connection to the WNAP210. The default is
NETGEAR.
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Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). If Enabled, the Wireless Access Point
broadcasts its SSID allowing Wireless Stations which have a “null” (blank) SSID to adopt
the correct SSID. If set to disable, the SSID is not broadcast. The default is Enabled.
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Wireless Mode. From the pull-down menu, select the desired wireless operating mode:
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11b/g – Both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless stations can be used.
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11b/g/Next – 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n wireless stations can be used.
The default is 11b/g/Next
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Channel/Frequency. From the pull-down menu, select the channel you wish to use on
your wireless LAN. The wireless channels to use in the U.S. and Canada are 1 to 11; for
Europe and Australia, 1 to 13. The default is channel 6.
It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you experience
interference (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers). Should this happen,
you may want to experiment with different channels to see which is the best. See the
article on “Wireless Channels” available on the NETGEAR website. (A link to this article
and other articles of interest can be found in Appendix B, “Related Documents.”)
4. Click Apply to save your wireless settings.
Verifying Basic Wireless Connectivity
Follow the instructions below to set up and test basic wireless connectivity. Once you have
established basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security settings appropriate to your needs
(see “Wireless Security Settings”).
1. From a web browser, log in to the WNAP210 using its default address of 
http://192.168.0.236. Use the default user name of admin and default password of
password—or use a new LAN address and password if you have set them up.
2. From the main menu under Setup, select Basic Settings. Verify that the correct Country/
Region in which the wireless interface will operate has been selected.
3. Click Apply to save any changes.
4. From the main menu under Setup, verify your Operating Mode—either 11b/g/Next or 11b/g.
Verify that the correct (default) channel has been selected for your network.
It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference
problems or are near another wireless access point. Select a channel that is not being used by
any other wireless networks within several hundred feet of your wireless access point.
Click Apply to save any changes.
Note: If you are unable to connect, see Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting.”
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Deploying the Access Point
Now that you have completed the setup steps, you can deploy the WNAP210 in your network. If
needed, you can now reconfigure the computer you used in step 1 in “Configuring the Access
Point” on page 2-3 back to its original TCP/IP settings.
To deploy the Access Point:
1. Disconnect the WNAP210 and position it where it will be deployed. The best location is
elevated, such as wall mounted or on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your wireless
coverage area, and within line of sight of all the mobile devices.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your Access Point to a LAN port on your router, switch, or
hub. Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter into a
power outlet. The PWR, LAN, and Wireless LAN LEDs and should light up
Tip: Before mounting the WNAP210 in a high location, first set up and test the
WNAP210 to verify wireless network connectivity.
Installing the Wall Mount Kit (Optional)
Before you begin installation, check to make sure that the four screws selected to secure the
brackets fit flush within the molding of the bracket. An illustration of the installation steps is
shown in Figure 2-5 on page 2-11.
To install the wireless access point mounting brackets:
1. Place the bottom bracket on the wall where you want to install the WNAP210. Securely screw
the bottom bracket into the wall, making sure the screws are flush with the bracket (Step 1).
2. Snap the WNAP210 into place on the bottom bracket (Step 2). The tabs on the bottom of the
bracket will snap into the slots on the bottom of the WNAP210.
3. Firmly secure the top bracket onto the WNAP210 and attach the bracket with two additional
screws (Step 3). Ensure that the bracket flange engages with the top lip of the WNAP210
before screwing in the bracket.
Should you need to remove the WNAP210, unscrew the top bracket, and then unsnap the
WNAP210 from the bottom bracket. Never try to remove your wireless access point before
removing the top bracket.
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Figure 2-5
Configuring and Testing Your PCs for Wireless Connectivity
Program the wireless adapter of your PCs to have the same SSID and channel that you configured
in Wireless Settings for the WNAP210. Check that they have a wireless link and are able to obtain
an IP address by DHCP from the WNAP210.
Note: If you are configuring the WNAP210 from a wireless computer and you change the
SSID, channel, or Security Profile settings, you will lose your wireless connection
when you click Apply. You must then change the wireless settings of your
computer to match the new settings.
Once your PCs have basic wireless connectivity to the WNAP210, you can deploy the WNAP210
and configure the advanced wireless security functions.
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Logging in to the Access Point
The WNAP210 is set, by default with the IP address of 192.168.0.236 with DHCP disabled.
Note: If logging in using the default IP address, the computer you are using to connect to
the WNAP210 should be configured with an IP address that starts with 192.168.0.x
and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.
If DHCP is enabled, there are two methods you can use to connect to the WNAP210 after the
DHCP server on your network assigns it a new IP address.
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If your wireless access point is to be deployed on a local network, you can enter the NetBIOS1
name into your Web browser. The default wireless access point name is netgearxxxxxx, where
xxxxxx represents the last 6 bytes of the MAC address. The MAC address is printed on the
rear label of the WNAP210. (Using the NetBIOS naming convention to access your router
across several network segments is known to be unreliable.)
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Reserve an IP address (based on the WNAP210’s MAC address) on the DHCP server. That
way, if your router is deployed across several segments, you can configure the wireless access
point with a static IP address which you can always use to log in to make future configuration
changes.
To log in using the default IP Address:
1. Open a Web browser such as Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
2. Connect to the WNAP210 by entering the default address of http://192.168.0.236 into your
browser.
http://192.168.0.236
http://192.168.0.233
Figure 2-6
1. NetBIOS name login is not supported in the initial release of the firmware. Check the Release Notes of your firmware
version for NetBIOS support at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNAP210.asp.
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3. The login screen will display. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password,
both in lower case letters.
Figure 2-7
4. Click OK.
Your Web browser should automatically find the Access Point and display the home screen, as
shown in Figure 2-7 above.
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Wireless Security Settings
Your wireless data transmissions can be received well beyond your walls by anyone with a
compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The
ProSafe Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in this
chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs.
Wireless Data
Security Options
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Understanding WNAP210 Wireless Security Options
There are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network:
• Restrict Access Based on MAC address. You can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that
unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the WNAP210. MAC address filtering adds an
obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link
is fully exposed.
• Turn Off the Broadcast of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). If you disable broadcast of
the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies the wireless
network “discovery” feature of some products such as Windows XP, but the data is still fully
exposed to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like wireless sniffers.
• Use WEP. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. WEP
Shared Key authentication and WEP data encryption will block all but the most determined
eavesdropper.
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Use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) provides stronger data
encryption than WEP. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame rekeying
of WPA make it virtually impossible to compromise. The preshared key (PSK) is common to
all users. Because this is a recent standard, wireless device driver and software availability
may be limited.
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Use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK with Radius. Using a Remote Authentication Dial In User
Service (RADIUS) authentication server allows centralized authentication management with
individual user names and passwords.
WEP/WPA Settings
The WNAP210 Access Point is set by default “None” or no authentication. When setting up
Network Authentication, bear in mind the following:
Not all wireless adapters support WPA or WPA2. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service
Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. However, client software is required on
the client. Consult the product documentation for your wireless adapter and WPA or WPA2 client
software for instructions on configuring WPA2 settings.
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Network Authentication. You can configure the ProSafe Access Point to use the types of
network authentication shown in the table below.
Table 3-1. Network Authentication Types
Type
Description
None
No data encryption
WEP
Wired Equivalent Privacy using either 64-bit or 128-bit data
encryption.
WPA-PSK (TKIP)
Wi-FI Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, uses WPA-PSK
standard encryption with TKIP encryption type.
WPA2-PSK (AES)
Wi-FI Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, uses WPA-PSK
standard encryption with AES encryption type. Only select this if all
clients support WPA2.
WPA-PSK (TKIP) + WPA2-PSK
(AES)
This selection allows clients to use either WPA-PSK (TKIP) or
WPA2-PSK (AES).
WPA with Radius
If selected, you must configure the Radius Server Settings Screen.
WPA2 with Radius
Only select this if all clients support WPA2. If selected, you must use
AES encryption, and configure the Radius Server Settings Screen.
WPA and WPA2 with Radius
If selected, encryption must be TKIP + AES. If selected, you must
configure the Radius Server Settings Screen.
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Data Encryption. The available options depend on the Network Authentication setting
selected (see Table 3-1 above); otherwise, the default is None. The Data Encryption settings
are explained in the table below:
Table 3-1. Data Encryption Settings
Data Encryption Type
Description
None
No encryption is used.
64 bits WEP
Standard WEP encryption, using 40/64 bit encryption.
128 bits WEP
Standard WEP encryption, using 104/128 bit encryption.
TKIP
Automatic encryption with WPA-PSK; requires passphrase
AES
Automatic encryption with WPA2-PSK; requires passphrase
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WEP Authentication Type. WEP can be authenticated using Open System or Automatic. If
set to Open System, clients can only associate to the wireless access point by using the Open
System option. If set to Automatic, clients can associate to the wireless access point using both
Open System and Shared Key. Setting the Authentication Type to Automatic will detect which
WEP authentication method is being used. The default is Automatic.
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Use of Passphrases and Keys are explained below:
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Passphrase. To use the Passphrase to generate the WEP keys, enter a passphrase and click
the Generate Keys button. You can also enter the keys directly. These keys must match the
other wireless stations.
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Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4. If using WEP, select the key to be used as the default key.
Data transmissions are always encrypted using the default key. The other keys can only be
used to decrypt received data.
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WPA Preshared Key Passphrase. If using WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK +
WPA2-PSK, enter the passphrase here. All wireless stations must use the same passphrase
(network key). The network key must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.
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SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form
For a new wireless network, print or copy this form and fill in the configuration parameters. For an
existing wireless network, the person who set up or is responsible for the network will be able to
provide this information. Be sure to set the Regulatory Domain correctly as the first step.
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SSID: The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network.
NETGEAR is the default WNAP210 SSID. However, you may customize it by using up to 32
alphanumeric characters. Write your customized SSID on the line below.
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Note: The SSID in the wireless access point is the SSID you configure in the wireless adapter
card. All wireless nodes in the same network must be configured with the same SSID,
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Circle the type of Security Authentication used in your wireless network, and then fill out the
appropriate required encryption parameters:
WEP,
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WPA-PSK,
WPA2-PSK,
WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK
WEP Encryption Type:
Circle one: Automatic or Open System
Note: If you selected Open System, the other devices in the network will not connect unless
they are set to Open System, and have the same keys in the same positions as those in the
WNAP210.
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WEP Encryption Keys:
Circle one: 64 or 128 bits. (Enter all four keys for the Key Size chosen.)
Key 1: ___________________________________
Key 2: ___________________________________
Key 3: ___________________________________
Key 4: ___________________________________
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WPA Security Encryption for WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK.
Record a Passphrase between 8 and 63 characters:
Passphrase: ___________________________________
Use the procedures described in the following sections to configure the WNAP210. Store this
information in a safe place.
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Configuring WEP
To configure WEP data encryption:
1. Select WEP/WPA Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane. The WEP/
WPA Settings screen will display.
Figure 3-2
2. Check the WEP radio button. The WEP Security Encryption options will display. Select the
Authentication Type from the pull-down menu. The default is Automatic.
3. Selection the Encryption Strength from the pull-down menu; either 64-bit or 128 bit.
4. You can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must
be identical on all PCs and wireless access points in your network. Choose either:
• Automatic – Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase box and click
the Generate button. The four key boxes will be automatically populated with key values.
•
Manual – Enter the number of hexadecimal digits appropriate to the encryption strength:
10 digits for 64-bit and 26 digits for 128-bit (any combination of 0-9, a-f, or A-F)
Select which of the four keys will be the default.
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Figure 3-3
5. Select the key to be used as the default key by checking the radio box. (Data transmissions are
always encrypted using the default key.)
See the document “Wireless Communications” for a full explanation of each of these options,
as defined by the IEEE 802.11 wireless communication standard. A link to this document on
the NETGEAR website is in Appendix B, “Related Documents.”
6. Click Apply to save your settings.
Note: If you use a wireless computer to configure WEP settings, you will be
disconnected when you click Apply. Reconfigure your wireless adapter to match
the new settings or access the wireless access point from a wired computer to
make any further changes.
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Configuring WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK + WPA2PSK
Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client.
Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or above include the client software that
supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions
on configuring WPA settings.
To configure WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK:
1. Select WEP/WPA Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane. The WEP/
WPA Settings screen will display.
Figure 3-4
2. Select one of the following radio buttons: WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2PSK. The Security encryption Passphrase field will display.
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Figure 3-5
3. Enter the preshared key Passphrase (Network Key).
4. Click Apply to save your settings.
Configuring WPA with Radius, WPA2 with Radius, and WPA
+ WPA2 with Radius
In an organization with many wireless users, using a single preshared key may not be a practical
security method. Deploying a RADIUS server will allow you to manage user authentication
individually and centrally.
To configure WPA with Radius, WPA2 with Radius, or WPA + WPA2 with Radius:
1. Select WEP/WPA Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane. The WEP/
WPA Settings screen will display.
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Figure 3-6
2. Select one of the following radio buttons: WPA with Radius, WPA2 with Radius, or WPA +
WPA2 with Radius. Your selection will display.
Figure 3-7
3. Click Apply to save your settings. A message appears informing you that you must configure
the Radius Server Settings menu.
4. Click OK.
5. Configure the Radius Server Settings menu using the procedure described in “Configuring the
RADIUS Server Settings” on page 4-9.
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Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address
By default, all wireless PCs that are configured with the correct SSID are allowed access to your
wireless network. For increased security, you can restrict access to your wireless network to only
those trusted wireless PCs based on their MAC address.
The Access Control List screen lets you block the network access privilege of any specified
stations to only those displayed in the Trusted Wireless Stations table. When you enable the Turn
Access Control On radio box, the access point will only accept connections from those clients on
the Trusted Wireless Stations access control list. This provides an additional layer of security.
Note: If configuring the WNAP210 from a wireless computer whose MAC address is not
in the Trusted Wireless Stations access control list, when you select Turn
Access Control On, you will lose your wireless connection when you click
Apply. You must then access the wireless access point from a wired computer or
from a wireless computer which is on the access control list to make any further
changes.
To restrict access based on MAC addresses:
1. Log in to the WNAP210 using the default address of http:/192.168.0.236, user name of
admin and default password of password, or whatever LAN address and password you have
set up.
2. Under Security on the main menu, select Access Control. The Access Control menu will
display.
Figure 3-8
3. Check the Turn Access Control On radio button.
4. Click Apply to enable the Access Control feature.
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5. The Trusted Wireless Stations table will display any wireless stations you have entered. If
you have not entered any wireless stations this list will be empty.
Note: If Turn Access Control On is enabled and the Access Control List is blank,
then no wireless PCs will be able to connect to your wireless network
To delete an existing entry:
Check the radio button adjacent to the entry and then click Delete.
To set up the trusted wireless stations control list:
1. Click Add on the Access Control List screen. The Wireless Card Access Setup screen will
display. The Available Wireless Cards table will display all available wireless PCs and their
MAC addresses.
Figure 3-9
2. If the wireless PC you want to add appears in the list, check its adjacent radio button and click
Add.
•
If the PC is not displayed, make sure that it is configured correctly and click Refresh.
•
If no wireless PCs appear in the Available Wireless Cards access list, then you can
manually enter the Device Name and MAC Address of the wireless PC in the appropriate
fields and then click Add. (You can usually find the MAC address printed on the bottom
of the wireless adapter.)
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3. Repeat these steps for each additional device you want to add to the Trusted Wireless
Stations list.
Note: The wireless stations must be selected and added one at a time to the Trusted
Wireless Stations list.
4. Click Apply to save your wireless access control list settings.
Now, only devices on this list will be allowed to wirelessly connect to the WNAP210.
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Management
This chapter describes how to use the management and information features as well as the
advanced wireless settings features of your ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point. These features can
be found under the Management, Information and Advanced menus on the left navigation pane of
the browser interface.
Changing the Password
Note: Before changing the WNAP210 password, use the backup utility to save your
configuration settings. If you forget your new password, you must reset the
WNAP210 back to the factory defaults and use the default password.
Consequently, you will have to restore any WNAP210 configuration settings you
have made. The backup file can be used in this event.
The default password for the WNAP210 is password. NETGEAR recommends that you change
this password to a more secure password.
To change the password:
1. Select Change Password under the Management menu on the left navigation pane. The
Change Password screen will display.
Figure 4-1
Figure 4-2
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2. First enter the old password, in the Old Password field.
3. Then enter the new password twice in the New Password and Repeat New Password fields.
4. Click Apply to save your changes.
Note: Be sure to write down the new password and store it in a safe place.
To restore the default password:
1. Check the Restore Default Password radio button.
2. Click Apply. The default password will be restored.
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Firmware
The software of the ProSafe Access Point is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as
new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from the NETGEAR
Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file), you must first extract the image (.img) file
before sending it to the wireless access point. The upgrade file can be sent using your browser.
Note: The Web browser used to upload new firmware into the ProSafe Access Point must
support HTTP uploads, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or
Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above.
To upgrade the firmware:
1. Go to the NETGEAR Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/downloads_support.asp to get
new versions of the Access Point software.
2. Download, save and unzip (if the download file is a .zip file) the new software file.
3. From the main menu of the browser interface, click Upgrade Firmware under the
Management menu on the left navigation panel. The Upgrade Firmware screen will display.
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Figure 4-3
4. Click Browse and go to the location of the downloaded software upgrade file.
5. Click Upload.
Warning: When uploading firmware to the wireless access point, it is important not
to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or
loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, the upload may fail,
corrupt the software, and render the WNAP210 inoperable.
In some cases, it may be necessary to reconfigure the wireless access point after upgrading.
Backing Up or Restoring Settings
You can back up your configuration settings of the ProSafe Access Point and restore the factory
default settings. Once you have your wireless access point working properly, backing up the
configured settings would be prudent should you have to perform a factory reset. When you
backup the settings, they are saved as a file on your computer that you can access to restore the
wireless access point’s configured settings.
To backup/restore settings:
1. From the main menu of the browser interface, select Backup/Restore Settings from under the
Management menu. The Backup/Restore Settings screen will display.
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Figure 4-4
2. Select the task you want to perform:
•
•
To create a backup file of the current settings, click Backup under the Save a Copy of
Current Settings heading.
–
If you don’t have your browser set up to save downloaded files automatically, locate
where you want to save the file, rename it if you like, and click Backup.
–
If you have your browser set up to save downloaded files automatically, the file will
be automatically saved to the download location
To restore settings from a backup file:
–
Click Browse under the Restore Saved Settings from a File heading. Locate and
select the previously saved backup file (by default, netgear.cfg).
–
Click Retrieve. A window will appear with the message that the wireless access point
has been successfully restored to its previous settings. The wireless access point will
restart. This will take about one minute.
Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the
computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes
restarting. When the Test light turns off, wait a few more seconds
before doing anything with the Access Point.
–
•
Close the message window.
To erase the current settings and reset the wireless access point to the original factory
default settings:
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Click Restore. The default factory settings will be restored.
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A list of the factory default settings can be found in Appendix A, “Default Settings
and Technical Specifications”.
Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the
computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes
restarting. When the Test light turns off, wait a few more seconds
before doing anything with the Access Point.
Rebooting the ProSafe Access Point
You can reboot the wireless access point from the browser interface or by using the reset button on
the rear panel.
To reboot the wireless access point from the user interface:
1. From the main menu of the browser interface, click Reboot AP under the Management menu
on the left navigation pane. The Reboot AP screen will display..
Figure 4-5
2. Select the Yes radio button, and then click Apply.
Viewing the Available Wireless Station List
The Available Wireless Station List contains a table of all IP devices associated with this wireless
access point network defined by its Wireless Network Name (SSID).
To view the list of available wireless stations:
1. From the main menu of the browser interface, select Available Wireless Station List under
the Information menu of the left navigation pane. The Available Wireless Station List will
display.
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2. Click Refresh to update the list and force the wireless access point to look for associated
devices.
Figure 4-6
•
For each device, the table shows the Station ID, MAC address, IP Address, and Status
(whether the device is allowed to communicate with the wireless access point or not).
•
If the wireless access point is rebooted, the table data is lost until the wireless access point
rediscovers the devices.
Note: A wireless network can include multiple wireless access points, all using the
same network name (SSID). This extends the reach of the wireless network
and lets users roam from one access point to another which provides seamless
network connectivity. Under these circumstances, be aware that only the
stations associated with this wireless access point will be presented in the
Available Wireless Station List.
Viewing the Statistics
The Statics screen displays both wired and wireless interface network traffic.
To display statics for the wireless access point:
1. Select Statistics under the Information menu on the left information pane. The Statistics
screen will display.
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Figure 4-7
•
The Wired Ethernet section of the table displays traffic statistics for the wired Ethernet
interface.
•
The Wireless section displays traffic statistics for the wireless interface.
2. Click Refresh to update the current statistics.
Configuring the Advanced Wireless Settings
We recommend that the Advanced Wireless Settings should be modified only by an administrator
very familiar with the ramifications of changing the Wireless LAN parameters. If set incorrectly,
they can adversely affect the performance or connectivity of your wireless access point. The
default settings should be adequate in most situations. Following is a description of each of the
Wireless LAN Parameters.
•
WMM Support. Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a Quality of Service (QoS) feature that
provides prioritization of wireless data packets from different applications based on four
access categories: voice, video, best effort, and background. For an application to receive the
benefits of WMM QoS, both the application and the client running that application must be
WMM-enabled. Legacy applications that do not support WMM, and applications that do not
require QoS, are assigned to the best-effort category, which receives a lower priority than
voice and video.
The default setting is Enabled.
•
RTS Threshold. The Request to Send Threshold packet size determines if the wireless access
point should use the CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection)
mechanism or the CSMA/CA mechanism for packet transmission:
–
With the CSMA/CD transmission mechanism, the transmitting station sends out the actual
packet as soon as it has waited for the silence period.
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With the CSMA/CA transmission mechanism, the transmitting station sends out an RTS
packet to the receiving station, and waits for the receiving station to send back a CTS
(Clear to Send) packet before sending the actual packet data.
The default value is 2346.
•
Fragmentation Length. This is the maximum packet size used for fragmentation. Packets
larger than the size programmed in this field will be fragmented. The Fragment Threshold
value must be larger than the RTS Threshold value.
The default value is 2346
•
Beacon Interval. The Beacon Interval specifies the interval of time between 20ms and
1000ms for each beacon transmission.
The default value is 100 ms.
•
DTIM Interval. The Delivery Traffic Indication Message Interval specifies the data beacon
rate between 1 and 255.
The default value is 1.
•
Preamble Type. A long transmit preamble may provide a more reliable connection or slightly
longer range. A short transmit preamble gives better performance. The Auto setting will
automatically handle both long and short preamble.
The default setting is Auto.
The Wireless Optimization Settings feature allows you to adapt the wireless performance
depending on the type of wireless clients that will be used in your network. The available
settings are:
•
11Next Max Speed. This setting yields the best Wireless N performance when only 802.11n
clients are present. This is the default setting.
•
11b/g/Next Mixed Mode. This setting yields the best overall performance when a mixture of
802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n clients are present.
To modify the Advanced Wireless Settings:
1. Select Wireless Settings under the Advanced menu on the left navigation pane of the user
interface. The Advanced Wireless Settings screen will display.
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Figure 4-8
2. Make the changes to the Wireless LAN Settings based on the field descriptions
outlined above.
3. Click Apply for your changes to take effect.
Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings
RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) is a protocol for managing
Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA) of multiple users in a network. A RADIUS
server stores a database of user information, and can validate a user at the request of a gateway
device in the network when a user requests access to network resources. The wireless access point
can relay login information from wireless clients to an external RADIUS server for AAA services.
In an environment with many users, using a RADIUS server allows centralized control for
individual users, providing better network security than using a single preshared key for all users.
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Configure the RADIUS Server Settings menu with the parameters described in Table 4-1:
Table 4-1. RADIUS Server Settings Fields
Field
Description
Primary and Secondary
Authentication Servers
The Authentication RADIUS Server provides authentication and access control.
The primary server is mandatory. A secondary server, which will be used if the
primary server fails, is optional.
IP Address
The IP address of the authentication server. If no server is present, enter
0.0.0.0.
Port Number
The port number used for communication to the authentication server. The
default port number for an authentication server is 1812.
Shared Secret
The shared secret to establish a client connection to the Radius server, as
entered on the server itself.
Re-authentication Time
The time interval in seconds after which the supplicant will be authenticated
again with the RADIUS Server. 
The default interval is 3600 seconds.
Update Global Key
Enable this option to have the Global Key changed according to the time
interval specified. If enabled, enter the desired time interval. 
The default is enable, and the default interval is 3600 Seconds
Update if any station
disassociates
Enable this option to refresh the Global Key whenever any station disassociates
with the wireless access point. The default is disable.
Primary and Secondary
Accounting Servers
The Accounting RADIUS Server provides accounting services. The same
RADIUS server may be used for both authentication and accounting, but the
port numbers for authentication and accounting must be different. The
accounting servers are optional.
IP Address
The IP address of the accounting server. If no server is present, enter 0.0.0.0.
Port Number
The port number used for communication to the accounting server. The default
port number for an accounting server is 1813.
Shared Secret
The shared secret to establish a client connection to the RADIUS server, as
entered on the server itself.
To configure the RADIUS Server Settings:
1. Select Radius Server Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane of the
user interface. The Radius Server Settings screen will display.
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2. Make the changes to the RADIUS Server Settings based on the field descriptions outlined
above.
3. Click Apply for your changes to take effect.
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Advanced Wireless Bridging
This chapter describes how to configure the advanced features of your WNAP210 to one of six
Access Point Modes or in Wireless Bridge and Repeater Mode.These features can be found under
the Advanced heading in the main menu on the Wireless Settings Wireless Bridging screens.
The ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point lets you build large wireless networks. Examples of wireless
bridging configurations are:
•
Access Point. Standard Access Point mode (default mode). Operates as a standard 802.11b/g
or 802.11b//g/n Access Point. In this mode, the WNAP210 will communicate only with
wireless clients.
•
Wireless multi-point bridging. Acts as the “master” and communicates with up to six bridgemode wireless access points. All of the other wireless access points communicate through the
WNAP210 when theWNAP210 is in this mode.
•
Repeater with Wireless Client Association. Acts as a “repeater” and forwards all traffic to a
remote access point.
Configuring Wireless Multi-Point Bridging
In this mode, the WNAP210 will communicate with up to six bridge-mode wireless access points
by entering the MAC address (physical address) of each of the bridge-mode APs in the fields
provided. In addition, if you check the Enable Wireless Client Association checkbox, wireless
clients will also be serviced by this access point. Each wireless access point you enter will be listed
in the Wireless Remote Access Point List.
To configure wireless Multi-point Bridging:
1. Open a web browser and log into the WNAP210 using the addressing scheme you have set up
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Figure 5-1
2. Under Advanced on the main menu, click Wireless Bridging. The Advanced Wireless
Bridging screen will display showing the default settings for the wireless access point.
3. Select the Wireless Multi-Point Bridging radio button to enable multi-point bridging.
4. Enter the MAC address of the first wireless access point and click Add. The AP’s MAC
address and connection information will appear in the Wireless Accept Point List.
You can add wireless access points to the list for a total of six. (These wireless access points
must be configured for Multi-Point Bridging.)
5. Check the Enable Wireless Client Association radio box to allow wireless clients access to
this wireless access point.
6. Click Apply to save your changes.
To delete a remote AP from the list, click Delete adjacent to the AP’s MAC address in the
Wireless Remote Access Point List.
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The following figure illustrates a multi-point bridge setup over three LAN segments.
AP2
AP3
Point-to-Point
Bridge Mode
Wireless PC Card
in a Notebook Computer
Point-to-Point
Bridge Mode
AP1
Router
192.168.0.1
LAN
Segment 1
Hub or Switch
Multi-Point
Bridge Mode
Internet
PCs
Hub or Switch
LAN
Segment 2
LAN
PCs
Segment 3
PCs
Figure 5-2
To configure wireless access points in a multi-point configuration:
1. Set the Operating Mode of the three ProSafe Access Points as follows:
•
Configure AP2 on LAN Segment 1 in Point-to-Point Bridge Mode. Enable Wireless
Client Association and add the Remote MAC Address of AP1 on LAN Segment 2.
•
Because it is in the central location, configure AP1 on LAN Segment 2 in Multi-Point
Bridging mode. Enable Wireless Client Association and add the MAC addresses of the
adjacent Point-to-Point APs (AP2 and AP3).
•
Configure AP3 on LAN 3 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode. Enable Wireless Client
Association and add the Remote MAC Address of AP1 on LAN Segment 2.
2. Verify the following parameters for all three wireless access points:
•
That the LAN network configuration of each of the ProSafe Access Points is configured to
operate in the same LAN network address range as the other LAN devices (routers, hubs
and switches).
•
That only one wireless access point is configured in Multi-Point Bridging mode, and that
all the others are in Point-to-Point Bridge mode.
•
That all APs are be on the same LAN. That is, all the wireless access point LAN IP
addresses are in the same network.
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If using DHCP, all wireless access points should be set to “Obtain an IP address
automatically (DHCP Client)” in the IP Address Source portion of the Basic IP Settings
menu.
•
That all wireless access points are using the same SSID, Channel, WEP authentication
mode, if any, and encryption (WPA is not available in bridge modes).
•
That each Point-to-Point AP has the Multi-Point AP MAC address in its Remote AP MAC
address table.
•
If Access Control has been enabled on the APs, verify that the Wireless Cards table (MAC
Address List) for each AP is complete and accurate.
3. Verify connectivity across the LANs.
•
If you checked the Enable Wireless Client Association radio box on each AP, wireless
clients will be able to use the AP.
•
A computer on any LAN segment should then be able to connect to the Internet or share
files and printers with any other PCs or servers connected to any of the three LAN
segments.
•
If Access Control Lists are enabled on the APs, only computers in the access control list
will be able to use the AP.
Note: You can extend multi-point bridging by adding a total of six WNAP210 APs
configured in Point-to-Point mode to connect additional wireless LAN
segments.
Configuring Repeater with Wireless Client Association
In this mode, the WNAP210 will operate as a Repeater only, and send all traffic to the remote
wireless access point. You must enter the MAC address (physical address) of the remote wireless
access point.
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To configure the WNAP210 in wireless repeater mode:
1. Open a web browser and log into the WNAP210 using the addressing scheme you have set up.
Figure 5-3
2. Under Advanced on the main menu, click Wireless Bridging. The Wireless Bridging screen
will display showing the default settings for the wireless access point.
3. Select the Repeater with Wireless Client Association radio button to enable Repeater Mode.
4. Enter the MAC address of the remote wireless access point and click Add. The AP’s MAC
address and connection information will appear in the Wireless Remote Access Point List.
5. Click Apply to save your changes.
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The following drawing illustrates two wireless access points daisy-chained together in wireless
repeater mode
AP1
Wireless PC
Associated with AP1
AP2
AP in Repeater Mode
with Client associations
Router
AP in Repeater Mode
with Client associations
Internet
192.168.0.1
LAN
Segment 1
Wireless PC
Associated with AP2
PCs
Figure 5-4
To configure a LAN segment utilizing the WNAP210 in Repeater Mode:
1. Configure the Operating Mode of the ProSafe Access Points.
•
Configure AP1 on LAN Segment 1 in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of
the “downstream” remote AP (AP2).
•
Configure AP2 in Repeater mode with the MAC address of the “upstream” AP (AP1).
2. Verify the following parameters for all access points:
•
That the ProSafe Access Points are configured to operate in the same LAN network
address range as the LAN devices.
•
That all APs are on the same LAN. That is, all AP LAN IP addresses must be in the same
network.
•
If using DHCP, that all ProSafe Access Points should be set to “Obtain an IP address
automatically (DHCP Client)” in the IP Address section of the IP Settings screen.
•
That all ProSafe Access Points use the same SSID, Channel, authentication mode, if any,
and encryption in use.
3. Verify connectivity across the LANs.
A computer on any LAN segment should be able to connect to the Internet or share files and
printers with any other PCs or servers connected to any of the three WLAN segments.
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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides information for troubleshooting issues with your ProSafe Wireless-N
Access Point. Following each problem description, instructions are provided to assist you in
diagnosing and solving the problem.
Following are some tips for correcting simple problems that could occur.
No lights are lit on the access point.
The access point has no power.
•
Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point and plugged in to a working power
outlet or power strip.
•
Make sure .you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access
point or if you are using PoE, check to make sure the switch powering the access point is
working properly.
The Ethernet light is not lit.
There is a hardware connection problem.
•
Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the wireless access point and the
network device (hub, switch, or router).
•
Make sure the connected device is turned on.
The WLAN light is not lit.
The wireless access point build-it antennas are not functioning properly.
•
Check the “Turn Radio On” radio button setting on the Wireless Settings screen under the
Setup menu. It must be turned on (checked).
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If the Wireless LAN activity light stays off, disconnect the adapter from its power source and
then plug it in again.
•
Contact NETGEAR if the WLAN light remains off.
I cannot configure the access point from a browser.
Check these items:
•
The WNAP210 is properly installed, LAN connections are OK, and it is powered on. Check
that the LAN port LED is blinking green to verify that the Ethernet connection is OK.
•
If you are using the NetBIOS name of the WNAP210 to connect (DHCP Client is enabled),
ensure that your PC and the WNAP210 are on the same network segment or that there is a
WINS server on your network. Using the default NetBIOS name: netgearxxxxxx, where
xxxxxx is the last 6 digits of the wireless access point MAC address; or, if you have modified
the name, make sure you have input it correctly. (The name may be up to 15 characters long.)
•
If DHCP is not enabled, make sure you are using the correct LAN IP Address to access the
wireless access point, and that you are on the same network segment.
•
If DHCP is enabled, and you cannot connect using the default NetBIOS name, configure your
DHCP server (either built into the router or a separate server) with a reserve IP (based on the
wireless access point’s MAC address). You can then use it to create a fixed IP for the wireless
access point.
•
If you have not yet deployed the wireless access point, and it is connected to your PC via an
Ethernet cable, make sure the connection is secure, and that you have configured your PC with
a static IP in the same subnet as the LAN IP of wireless access point. The default static IP
address to use for your PC is 192.168.0.210; the default wireless access point LAN IP is
192.168.0.236; and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless
capable computer.
There is a configuration problem. Check these items:
•
You may not have restarted the computer with the wireless adapter to have TCP/IP changes
take effect. Restart the computer.
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The computer with the wireless adapter may not have the correct TCP/IP settings to
communicate with the network. Restart the computer and check that TCP/IP is set up properly
for that network. The usual setting for Windows on the Network Properties is set to “Obtain an
IP address automatically.”
•
The wireless access point’s default values may not work with your network. Check the
wireless access point’s default configuration against the configuration of other devices in your
network.
•
For full instructions on changing the wireless access point’s default values, see Chapter 2,
“Installation and Configuration” and Chapter 3, “Wireless Security Settings”.
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error.
A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting steps.
•
Check whether other computers work. If they do, ensure that your computer’s IP Address,
Subnet Mask and Default Gateway settings are correct. If using a DNS Server, check the
Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses.
•
If the computers are configured correctly, but still not working, ensure that the WNAP210 is
connected and turned on. Connect to it and check its settings. If you cannot connect to it, check
the LAN and power connections.
•
If the WNAP210 is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem,
etc.) to make sure that it is working.
•
Try again.
•
When entering configuration settings, be sure to click the Apply button before moving to
another menu or tab, or your changes are lost.
•
Click the Refresh or Reload button in the Web browser. The changes may have occurred, but
the Web browser may be caching the old configuration.
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings
The reset button on the rear panel of the WNAP210 has two functions:
•
Reboot: When pressed and released quickly, the WNAP210 will reboot (restart).
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Reset to Factory Defaults: This button can also be used to clear ALL data and restore ALL
settings to the factory default values. These settings are shown in Appendix A, “Default
Settings and Technical Specifications”.
To clear all data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power off the WNAP210 and power it back on.
2. Use something with a small point, such as a pen, to press the reset button in and hold it in for
at least five seconds—or until the power light changes from blinking green to amber.
3. Release the reset button.
The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the WNAP210 is ready for use.
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Default Settings and Technical Specifications
This appendix provides the factory default settings and technical specifications for the ProSafe
Wireless-N Access Point.
Factory Default Settings
You can use the reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory
defaults. This is called a hard reset.
•
To perform a hard reset, push and hold the reset button for approximately 5 seconds (until the
Power LED changes from blinking green to solid amber). Your device will return to the
factory configuration settings shown in Table A-1 below.
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Pressing the reset button for a shorter period of time will simply cause your device to reboot.
Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings
Feature
Description
AP Login
User Login URL
192.168.0.236 or 
netgearxxxxxx”; where xxxxxx is the last 6 hexadecimal
digits of the WN802T MAC address.
User Name (case sensitive)
admin
Login Password (case sensitive)
password
Ethernet Connection
Access Point Name
netgearxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last 6 digits of the
wireless access point MAC address.
Ethernet MAC Address
See rear label.
Access Point Mode
On
Port Speed
10/100/1000 Mbps
Local Network (LAN)
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Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings
Feature
Description
Lan IP
192.168.0.236
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0
Gateway Address
192.168.0.1
DHCP Client
Disabled
Time Zone
GMT-08:00
Time Zone Adjusted for Daylight Saving
Time
Disabled
Wireless
Operating Mode
11b/g/Next (20/40 MHz)
Wireless Communication
Enabled
Wireless Network Name (SSID)
NETGEAR
Broadcast Network Name SSID
Enabled
Security
Disabled
Transmission Speed
Autoa
Country/Region
United States (in North America; otherwise, varies by
region)
Channel/Radio Frequency
6/2.43 GHz (until the region is selected)
Output Power
Full
Wireless Card Access List
All wireless stations allowed
a. Maximum Wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and
construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
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Technical Specifications
Table A-2. WN802T Technical Specifications
Parameter
ProSafe Wireless-N Access Point
802.11Next Data Rates
7.2, 14.4, 21.7, 28.9,43.3, 57.8, 65, 72.2, 87.7, 115.6, 130 & 144.4 Mbps (20Hz)
15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120. 135. 150, 180, 240, 270 & 300 Mbps (40Hz)
802.11b/g Data Rates
1, 2, 5.5, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 38, 54, & 108 Mbps (Auto-rate capable)
802.11b/g/Next 
Operating Frequencies
2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US)
2.457 ~ 2.462 GHz (Spain)
2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz (Japan)
2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz (France)
2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz (Europe ETSI)
802.11b/g/Next
Encryption
40-bits (also called 64-bits), 128-bits WEP data encryption; TKIP (WPA-PSK)
and AES (WPA2-PSK)
Network Management
Web-based configuration and status monitoring
Maximum Clients
Limited by the amount of wireless network traffic generated by each node;
typically 15 to 20 nodes.
Status LEDs
Power/Ethernet LAN/Wireless LAN
Power Adapter
12V DC, 1.5 A Switching Power Supply
Electromagnetic
Compliance
FCC Part 15 Class B and Class E, CE, and C-TICK
Environmental
Specifications
Operating temperature: 0 to 50° C
Operating humidity: 5-95%, non-condensing
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Appendix B
Related Documents
This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete
understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product.
Document
Link
Internet Networking and TCP/IP
Addressing
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm
Wireless Communications
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm
Preparing a Computer for
Network Access
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm
Virtual Private Networking (VPN) http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/vpn/index.htm
Glossary
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/glossary/index.htm
Related Documents
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