Netgear orporated WG602 54Mbps Wireless Access Point User Manual

Netgear Incorporated 54Mbps Wireless Access Point Users Manual

Users Manual

Jan./7th/20031802.11g Wireless LAN Access PointQuick Installation GuideThe next-generation wireless LAN device – 802.11g Wireless LAN Access Point is a high-speed wireless unit that performs as a transparent Media Access Control (MAC) bridgebetween wired Local Area Networks, and wireless networks. The 802.11g Wireless LANAccess Point also provides powerful features such as the Web management, WEP security,and more.Package Content802.11g Wireless LAN Access Point…….x 1 AC Power Adapter……………. .x1Product CD…….……………….………..x 1 Quick Installation Guide……….. x1NOTE: If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact your local dealerfor support.Installing the Wireless LAN Access Point Connect the Wireless LAN Access Point to a hub/station with a UTP Ethernet cable.When connecting the Access Point to a PC, please use a cross-over RJ-45 cable. Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the Access Point, and plug theother end of the power pack into an electrical outlet.NOTE: Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the Wireless LAN Access Point.Otherwise, the product may be damaged.NOTE: The button, labeled “DEFAULT” on the back panel of the Access Point, enablesyou to retrieve the Access Point’s default setting. This is used when you forget thepassword. Please detach the DC power plug and press the “DEFAULT” button on theback panel of the Access Point. Reconnect the power and keep holding the button in for afew seconds until the “AP” LED indicator blinks. This will start the Access Point withdefault settings and enable you to configure the Access Point via utility, telnet or Webagain.
Jan./7th/20032Configuring the Wireless LAN Access PointThe 802.11g Wireless LAN Access Point allows configuration either via the configurationutility, known as Web Management, or remote access through TCP/IP (Telnet) connection.Web ManagementThe built-in Web Management provides you with a set of user-friendly graphical userinterfaces (web pages) to manage your Wireless Access Point. With the assigned IPaddress (e.g. http://192.168.1.1) to the Access Point, you may get access to the AccessPoint Web Pages via a web browser (Netscape Navigator 3.0 ~ 4.5 or MS InternetExplorer 4.0 and later) to monitor and configure the Wireless LAN Access Point.1. Open your web browser.2. Enter the IP address of your Wireless Smart Station Adapter in the Address field (e.g.http://192.168.1.1). You will have access to the 802.11g Wireless LAN Access PointWeb Pages of the Wireless LAN Access Point.3. Enter the password to login to the Wireless LAN Access Point. The default password isdefault. The main page will show up.NOTE: The default password to get access to the Access Point is “default”.The Wireless LAN Access Point main page contains five items for you to manage yourWireless LAN Access Point.
Jan./7th/20033Parameter DescriptionInformation Include Access Point’s MAC address, frequency domain andfirmware version.Statistics Monitor the Ethernet and wireless network traffic.Configuration Set the Radio mode, IEEE802.11 parameters (ESSID, channel),password, IP address, WEP and Access Control.Upgrade Upgrade the firmware of the Wireless LAN Access Point. Assign Access Point Name: You may assign any name to the Access Point. Assigning the ESSIDThe ESSID is a unique ID given to the Wireless LAN Access Point. Assign an ESSIDto your Access Point (Default value: My Network). The ESSID can be up to 32characters. Assigning the ChannelFrom Configuration → IEEE802.11, select a clear channel for your Wireless LANAccess Point. You may use the Site Survey tool came with the wireless PC Cardutility to monitor each channel and choose a channel with good quality. Assigning IP address (optional)Assign an IP address to your Access Point if you wish to configure the Wireless LANAccess Point via the Web Management or Telnet. Consult your network administratorto obtain an available IP address for your Access Point. Using the WEP Encryption (optional)If data transmission with high security is required on your network, it is recommended
Jan./7th/20034that the WEP encryption be used. To activate the WEP encryption, selectConfiguration, go to the WEP tab, and do the following:¾ Pull down the WEP Encryption menu and select WEP40 or WEP128.¾ From the 4 Key entry field, enter the corresponding key value for each encryptionmethod.For WEP40 data encryption:-- 5 alphanumeric characters in the range of “a-z”, “A-Z” and “0-9” (e.g. MyKey).-- 10 digit hexadecimal values in the range of “A-F” , “a-f” and “0-9”, preceded bythe characters “0x” values (e.g. 0x11AA22BB33).For WEP128 data encryption:-- 13 alphanumeric characters in the range of “a-z”, “A-Z” and “0-9” (e.g.MyKey12345678).-- 26 digit hexadecimal values in the range of “A-F” , “a-f” and “0-9”, preceded bythe characters “0x” values (e.g. 0x00112233445566778899AABBCC).¾ Enter the 4 WEP keys in the Key 1, Key 2, Key 3 and Key 4 entry filed respectively.Select one WEP key as an active key and click “Apply” to make the setting takeeffect.NOTE: The WEP key must be set up exactly the same on the Access Point as they are onthe wireless client stations. If you set “MyKey” for the Access Point, the same WEP Key“MyKey” must be assigned to other client stations.
Jan./7th/20035Access Point ConsoleThe Wireless LAN Access Point can be configured via the command prompt console withTelnet (TCP/IP) connection.z Telnet (TCP/IP) Connection: Assign an IP address to your Wireless LAN AccessPoint through Access Point Utility and then telnet to the Access Point anywhere to getaccess to the Access Point console. Then, you will be able to make the configurationvia the TCP/IP connection.NOTE: The default password to get access to the Access Point is “default”.For detailed configuration procedures under Telnet, please refer to 802.11g Wireless LANAccess Point User’s Manual.Technical SupportYou can find the most recent software and user documentation will be updated periodicallyon the supplier Web site. If you have difficulty resolving the problem while installing orusing the 802.11g Wireless LAN Access Point, please contact the supplier for support.FCC Caution1. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:(1)This device may not cause harmful interference.(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.2. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.3. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.4. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

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