Netgear orporated WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge User Manual NETGEAR ME102 QCard
Netgear Incorporated 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge NETGEAR ME102 QCard
Manual
Table of Contents
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1: Preparing to Install the WGE101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Placement and Range Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
WGE101 Default Wireless Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2: Installing the WGE101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Directly Connecting to an Ethernet-enabled Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Using the Bridge with a Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
3: Configuring Your WGE101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID), IP Address,
and WEP Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Using the Browser-based Configuration Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Configuring the Bridge for Your Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Changing the Password for the Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Enabling WEP Security on the Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Upgrading the Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Configuring for an Ad Hoc Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Lights and Settings . . . . . . . . . . .x
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Restoring the Bridge to the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Status Settings . . . . . . . . . .x
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
System Requirements for the Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .x
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Preparing to Install the WGE101
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a NETGEAR WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge. With
this bridge you can connect one or more gaming consoles, personal computers, printers, or
other Ethernet-enabled devices to communicate with your network.
Note: If you have a wired network, you must have a wireless router or access point set up
in the network. To connect more than one device to the bridge you must use a hub.
This guide shows you how to connect the bridge and configure it for your network — whether
to work with a wireless router or access point, or to work with other wireless devices. Setup is
easy – follow the instructions in this guide and your network will be up and running quickly.
Package Contents
The product package should contain the following items:
•WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge
•Power adapter
•Ethernet cable
• Resource CD for Wireless Ethernet Bridge, that includes the user manual for the Model
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge in Adobe®Acrobat®PDF file format
•Installation Guide
• Warranty card
• Support information card 1
Resource CD for Wireless
Ethernet Bridge, Installation guide,
Support information card,
Warranty card
Power adapter
100 Mbps
Ethernet cable
WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge
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System Requirements
Before installing the WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge, please make sure that these
minimum requirements have been met:
•For connecting into a wired network, you must have the network set up and working with
an access point or wireless router.
•For creating an ad hoc network without an access point, all devices must have a
receiver/transmitter. (The receiver/transmitter may be another WGE101 bridge.)
If the default settings on the bridge do not work, you will need to configure the bridge. Also, if
you have more than one WGE101 in the network, only one can use the default IP address.
You’ll have to configure the others with unique IP addresses. To configure the bridge with the
configuration software, you must have a personal computer with a Internet browser software
installed, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 (or later) or Netscape Navigator 4.7 (or later).
Placement and Range Guidelines
Computers and other Ethernet-enabled devices can connect over 802.11g wireless networks
indoors at more than 500 feet. (For 802.11b wireless networks, the maximum is 500 feet.)
However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly
based on the physical location of the WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge. For best
results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as:
•Large metal surfaces
•Microwaves
•2.4 GHz cordless phones
In general, 802.11g wireless devices can communicate through walls. However, if the walls are
constructed with concrete or have metal (or metal mesh), the effective range will decrease if
such materials are between the wireless devices.
Operating Mode
The WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge operates in either infrastructure or ad hoc mode.
•Infrastructure mode is used when you have a wireless access point or router connected to a
wired network. In infrastructure mode the wireless devices and computers communicate
with the wired network (and other wireless devices) through the wireless router or access
point. For example, a wireless router lets multiple computers share a single cable or DSL
broadband Internet connection.
•You use the bridge in ad hoc mode if you have a small, wireless-only network and all the
devices have wireless transmitters/receivers. In this case, there’s no need for an access point
or a router for the wireless devices communicate directly to one another.
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WGE101 Default Wireless Configuration Settings
Note: If you are setting up a new wireless network, please set up the network and make sure it
works before adding the WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge into the network.
You will need to identify the wireless configuration and security parameters already defined in
your wireless network.
Note: All NETGEAR, Inc. 802.11g and 802.11b wireless access products use the similar
factory settings as the WGE101 and will work without any configuration changes.
The factory default settings for your WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge are:
•Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc): Infrastructure
•Wireless network name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any
Note: Any means the bridge will connect to the first access point or wireless router that
responds to the bridge’s request for connection. This may not be the strongest signal or the
closest access point or router. For the WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge to communicate
with a specific wireless router or access point, both devices must be configured with the
same SSID.
•User ID: admin
•Password: password
•Authentication type: Auto
•WEP security: Disabled
•Country/Region: U.S.A.
Warning: Having the bridge set to the wrong country or region may result in the violation
of local laws.
WGE101-specific default settings:
•IP address: 192.168.0.201
•Protocol: Static
•Device name: netgearnnnn (where nnnn is the last 4 digits of the MAC address)
•Data rate: b/g combo
[any others that should be included?]
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Installing the WGE101
This section provides instructions for connecting the WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet
Bridge, using the default settings, to either a single Ethernet-enabled device or to multiple
devices through a hub.
Note: If you find that the default settings don’t work, if you know that you’ve configured your
wireless network with WEP security, if you’re placing more than one WGE101 bridge on the
network, or if you are not in the United States, you’ll have to configure the bridge before
connecting it to the Ethernet-enabled device(s). To configure the bridge, see Configuring Your
WGE101 on page xxx.
Connecting the Bridge to a Single Device
1. Unpack the box and verify the contents.
2. Identify a flat surface where you will put the wireless bridge. For best results, follow
these guidelines:
•Place it away from potential sources of interference, such as computers, monitors,
TVs, microwaves, cordless phones, or large metal surfaces.
Warning: Failure to follow these guidelines can cause intermittent or complete failure
of wireless connectivity.
•Place it in an elevated location such as a high shelf or on a wall in the center of
your wireless access area.
3. Lift the bridge’s antenna so it is vertical.
4. Turn off the gaming console or other Ethernet-enabled device.
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5. Connect the provided Ethernet cable between the WGE101 Wireless Bridge and the
gaming console or other Ethernet-enabled device.
6. Connect the power adapter to the wireless bridge and plug the power adapter in to a
power outlet. The Power and Wireless LAN lights should light up.
7. After you see the Wireless LAN light light up, turn on the gaming console or other
Ethernet-enabled device.
If the bridge and the Ethernet-enabled device are successfully connected, the Network
light will light up. This light flashes when there is network activity.
Note: If your setup works with the default settings, you don’t need to configure the bridge
unless you need to change the Country/Region setting from the default setting (U.S.A.) or
you need to assign a unique IP address to subsequent WGE101 bridges. See page xxx for
information on configuring the bridge.
Connecting the Bridge to Multiple Devices
1. Unpack the box and verify the contents.
2. Identify a flat surface where you will put the wireless bridge. For best results, follow
these guidelines:
•Place it away from potential sources of interference, such as computers, monitors,
TVs, microwaves, cordless phones, or large metal surfaces.
Warning: Failure to follow these guidelines can cause intermittent or complete failure
of wireless connectivity.
•Place it in an elevated location such as a high shelf or on a wall in the center of
your wireless access area.
3. Lift the bridge’s antenna so it is vertical.
4. Turn off the gaming consoles or other Ethernet-enabled devices.
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Ethernet-enabled device
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Ethernet Bridge
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5. Connect the provided Ethernet cable between the WGE101 Wireless Bridge and the hub.
6. Connect each gaming console or other Ethernet-enabled device to the hub using an
Ethernet cable.
7. Connect the hub’s power adapter and plug that power adapter in to a power outlet.
8. Connect the bridge’s power adapter and plug the power adapter in to a power outlet.
The Power and Wireless LAN lights should light up.
9. After the Wireless LAN light lights up, turn on the gaming console(s) or other
Ethernet-enabled device(s).
If the bridge, hub, and the Ethernet-enabled devices are successfully connected, the
Network light will light up. This light flashes when there is network activity.
Note: If your setup works with the default settings, you don’t need to configure the bridge
unless you need to change the Country/Region setting from the default setting (U.S.A.) or
you need to assign a unique IP address to subsequent WGE101 bridges. See page xxx for
information on configuring the bridge.
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Preparing To Configure Your WGE101
If the default settings don’t work in your wireless network, if you are in a country or region
other than the United States, or if you have multiple WGE101 bridges on the network, you
need to configure the bridge.
Identifying the Wireless Network Settings
You may want to print this page separately, fill in the configuration parameters, and put it in a
safe place for possible future reference. For an existing wireless network, the person who set up
the network will be able to provide this information.
Note: For wireless devices and the bridge to communicate with each other, each must be
configured with the same SSID, WEP security settings, and the same IP subset address.
• Wireless Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the
wireless local area network. Any is the default WGE101 SSID. If you have named your
wireless network with a different SSID, write your network’s SSID on the line below.
Wireless network name (SSID): ______________________________
•Bridge IP Address: Your Ethernet network has an IP subset address given as a set of three
numbers plus a last set of unique numbers (xxx.xxx.xxx.yyy) to identify each device on the
network. The default IP address for the bridge is 192.168.0.201. To communicate to your
Ethernet network, the bridge must have a unique address consistent with your network’s IP
address. If you need to change the bridge’s IP address, write down the new address.
Bridge’s IP address: ______________________________
• WEP Security Encryption key: The default WEP encryption mode of the bridge is
disabled. If you have set up WEP security on your wireless network (through the router or
access point), you’ll need to configure the bridge using the same WEP security parameters.
WEP Encryption Key Length, circle one: 40/64 or 128 bits
WEP Encryption Passphrase, if used: ___________________
A passphrase is used to automatically generate the WEP hexadecimal numbers for the key.
Otherwise, you will have to manually enter up to four hexadecimal numbers.
WEP Hexadecimal Numbers: ______________________________
______________________________
______________________________
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Connecting the Bridge to a Computer
You use browser-based configuration software to configure the bridge. To do access the
software, the bridge must be directly connected (or connected through a hub) to a computer
that has an Internet browser installed. If, for example, the bridge is connected to a game box,
you’ll have to connect the bridge to a computer to be able to configure the bridge.
To connect the bridge to a computer:
1. If your network has awireless router or access point, make sure it is powered up.
2. Power down the Ethernet-enabled computer.
3. Connect the provided Ethernet cable between the computer and the bridge.
4. Power up the bridge.
5. Power on the computer.
Checking and Changing the Computer’s IP Address
If your wireless network has an IP address other than 192.168.0.yyy, you may need to change
the IP address on the bridge before making any other changes.
Note: All NETGEAR products use 192.168.0.yyy. If you have NETGEAR wireless products
working in your wireless network without configuration changes, you won’t need to check or
change IP addresses.
Windows 98/Me
1. Choose Settings>Control Panel from the
Start menu.
2. Double-click the Network icon.
3. Click the Configuration tab.
4. In the list of installed network
components, select the TCP/IP entry for
the computer’s Ethernet adapter or NIC.
5. Click Properties.
6. Click the IP Address tab.
7. If Obtain an IP address automatically is
selected, select Specify an IP Address.
OR
If Specify an IP Address is already selected, note the current IP address.
8. Change the IP address to 192.168.0.230.
9. Click OK twice to close the Network control panel and save any changes.
10. If you made a change, restart the computer. 8
Note: After you’ve changed the settings on the bridge, you’ll have to reset the TCP/IP
Properties: IP Address tab values back to their original state.
Windows 2000/XP
1. Right-click My Network Place and choose Properties.
2. Double-click Local Area Network Connection and click Properties.
3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
4. If Obtain an IP address automatically is selected, select Use the following IP Address.
OR
If Use the following IP Address is selected, note the current IP address.
5. Change the IP address to 192.168.0.230.
6. Click OK twice and click Close to save any changes.
7. If you made a change, restart the computer.
Note: After you’ve changed the settings on the bridge, you’ll have to reset the Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties values back to their original state.
Mac OS 8.6 or 9.x
1. Choose Control Panels >TCP/IP from the
Apple () menu.
2. If not already selected, select Ethernet in the
Connect via list.
3. If Manually isn’t selected in the Configure list,
note the current selection and select Manually.
OR
If Manually is selected, note the current IP
addrss.
4. Change the IP address to 192.168.0.230 and
click the close box.
5. If asked, click Save.
Note: After you’ve changed the settings on the bridge, you’ll have to reset the TCP/IP
dialog box back to its original state.
Mac OS X
1. Choose System Preferences from the Apple () menu.
2. Double-click Network.
3. If not already selected, select Built-in Ethernet in the Configure list. 9
4. If Manually isn’t selected in the Configure list, note the current selection and select Manually.
OR
If Manually is selected, note the current IP addrss.
5. Change the IP address to 192.168.0.230 and click Apply Now.
Note: After you’ve changed the settings on the bridge, you’ll have to reset the Network:
TCP/IP values back to their original state.
Changing the Bridge’s IP Address
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http://192.168.0.201 as the Web address and press
Enter (or Return).
You’ll see the Status page.
3. To change the IP address for the bridge to match your wireless network, click IP Settings.
4. Type admin as the User ID and type password as the Password.
5. Click OK.
6. Select Use this IP address and type the correct IP address for the bridge. The first three
sets of numbers (xxx.xxx.xxx.yyy) should be the same as your access point or router. The
last set of numbers (.yyy) should be a set of unique numbers on your network.
Note: If you have multiple WGE101 bridge’s in your network and want to use the default
IP address of 192.168.0.201, only one bridge can use this default IP address. You’ll have to
create IP addresses unique to your network using 192.168.0.nnn, where nnn is a unique
number for each device.
OR
If your network has a router with a router table, change the Protocol to DHCP. (By doing
this, the bridge’s IP address is assigned dynamically by the router and you’ll be able to find
out what the bridge’s current IP address is and use that for any subsequent changes.)
8. Click Apply.
9. Click Logout.
10. Restore the computer to its previous network settings. See the previous section, Checking
and Changing the Computer’s IP Address, for details.
NetBIOS Name Procedure
If you’re familiar with using a device’s NetBIOS name, you may use it in the Internet browser
instead of the IP address to access the configuration software. The WGE101 NetBIOS name is
netgearxxxx, where xxxx stands for the last four digits of the WGE101 MAC address, which is
found on the device’s label. 10
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Configuring the Bridge for Your Wireless
Network
You use browser-based configuration software to configure the bridge. To do so, you must have
the bridge directly connected to a computer that has an Internet browser installed. See
Installing the WGE101 on page 4.
Once you are logged into the configuration software, you can view the status of your home
wireless network and current configuration of the bridge, change the password, enable WEP
security (if you have it set up on your wireless network), select a specific network for the
wireless connection, or make other configuration changes.
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http:// followed by the bridge’s IP address as the web address and press Enter (or
Return).
Note: The default value is 192.168.0.201. If you’ve set
the bridge to use DHCP, check the router table to find
out what the currect address is for the bridge.
You’ll see the Status page.
3. Click Wireless Settings.
4. To communicate to a specific wireless router or access point, select the SSID name.
Note: If you have NETGEAR wireless devices, the default SSID is Wireless or
NETGEAR.
5. If you are not in the United States, select the correct country or region from the
Country/Region list. Click Yes to accept the new country or region.
Warning: Having the bridge set to the wrong country or region may result in the violation
of local laws.
6. Click Apply.
7. If you are through making changes, click Logout.
8. To use the bridge with a different computer, other Ethernet-enabled device, or with a hub,
return to Installing the WGE101 on page xxx to connect the bridge.
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Changing the Password for the Bridge
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http:// followed by the IP address for the bridge as the Web address and press Enter
(or Return).
Note: The default value is 192.168.0.201. If you’ve set the
bridge to use DHCP, check the router table to find out
what the currect address is for the bridge.
You’ll see the Status page.
3. To change the password, click Change Password.
4. Type admin as the User ID and type the current password (password is the default) as the
Password.
5. Click OK.
6. Type the old password in the Old Password box.
7. Type a new password in the New Password box.
8. Re-type the new password in the Confirm Password box.
9. Click Apply.
10. If you are through making changes, click Logout.
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Changing the Security Settings on the Bridge
To prevent others from accessing your wireless network, you may enable WEP (Wired
Equivalent Privacy) security on your wireless network. If you do so, you’ll need to enable WEP
security in all the devices. If you filled in the parameters on page 6, you may want to refer to
this page .
Note: The default security setting has WEP security disabled.
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http:// followed by the IP address for the bridge as
the Web address and press Enter (or Return).
Note: The default value is 192.168.0.201. If you’ve set the bridge to use DHCP, check the
router table to find out what the currect address is for the bridge.
You’ll see the Status page.
3. To change the WEP settings, click Wireless Settings.
4. Type admin as the User ID and type the current password (password is the default) as the
Password.
5. Click OK.
6. Select Web Data Encryption to enable WEP security.
7. Select Open System or Shared as the Authentication Type.
8. Select 40/64 or 128 as the Key Length.
9. If the key is determined through software, type the phrase in the Passphrase box and click
Generate.
OR
If you entered a key manually for your wireless router or access point, select a Key and
type the hexadecimal values that are used with the wireless router or access point.
10. Click Apply.
11. If you are through making changes, click Logout.
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Upgrading the Bridge
If there’s a firmware upgrade, download the software from www.NETGEAR.com to your
computer and then use the browser-based configuration software to upgrade the bridge.
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http:// followed by the IP address for the bridge as the
Web address and press Enter (or Return).
Note: The default value is 192.168.0.201. If you’ve set the
bridge to use DHCP, check the router table to find out what the currect address is for the
bridge.
You’ll see the Status page.
3. To upgrade the bridge, click Upgrade Firmware.
4. Type admin as the User ID and type the current password (password is the default) as the
Password.
5. Click OK.
6. Click Browse and locate the downloaded software.
7. Click Upload.
8. If you are through making changes, click Logout.
Configuring the Bridge for Ad Hoc Mode
You may use this bridge in a wireless-only network where the wireless devices are all set to ad
hoc mode. By default, the bridge is set to infrastructure mode; therefore, you’ll need to change
the Network Type on the Wireless Settings page.
Note: In an ad hoc network, all devices must have the same SSID, WEP settings, and IP
network subset address with a unique identifying number
(xxx.xxx.xxx.yyy).
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http:// followed by the IP address for the bridge as
the Web address and press Enter (or Return).
Note: The default value is 192.168.0.201. If you’ve set the bridge to use DHCP, check the
router table to find out what the currect address is for the bridge.
You’ll see the Status page.
3. Click Wireless Settings.
4. Type admin as the User ID and type the current password (password is the default) as the
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5. Click OK.
6. Select Ad Hoc as the Network Type.
7. Click Apply.
8. If you are through making changes, click Logout.
Setting the Bridge’s Data Rate
The wireless Ethernet standard, 802.11, supports several data rates — the most common are
the 802.11b and the 802.11g standards. The 802.11b standard is slower with a maximum data
rate of 11 Mbps. The 802.11g standard supports data rates up to 54 Mbps. By default the
WGE101 bridge is set to connect at either standard, but it tries first using the 802.11g
standard. If you want to force the bridge to connect using a specific standard, you can change
the data rate on the Wireless Settings page.
Note: The actual data rates achieved can be much lower
than the maximum depending on the devices, distances,
and interference.
1. Start your browser software.
2. Type http:// followed by the IP address for the bridge as the
Web address and press Enter (or Return).
Note: The default value is 192.168.0.201. If you’ve set the bridge to use DHCP, check the
router table to find out what the currect address is for the bridge.
You’ll see the Status page.
3. Click Wireless Settings.
4. Type admin as the User ID and type the current password (password is the default) as the
Password.
5. Click OK.
6. Select either B only (802.11b) or G only (802.11g) as the Data Rate.
7. Click Apply.
8. If you are through making changes, click Logout.
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WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge
Lights and Settings
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Lights
The WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge has the following three lights, which give you
feedback on the status of your wireless connection:
PWR Green OFF: No power to the unit.
ON: Power applied to the unit.
WLAN Green OFF: No wireless LAN activity.
Flashing: Searching for an access point or wireless router.
ON: Connected to a wireless LAN.
LAN Green OFF: No Ethernet traffic.
Flashing: Wired Ethernet traffic.
ON: Connected to the Ethernet.
Restoring the Bridge to the Default Settings
There are two ways to return the bridge to its default factory settings.
Using the Default button: [VERIFY and UPDATE AS NEEDED]
Press the Default button with the point of a pen or pencil for at least 6 seconds and then
release the button. This reboots the WGE101 and reverts all the current settings to the factory
defaults.
Using the browser-based software:
Note: To use this procedure the bridge must be connected to a computer — either directly
or through a hub.
1. Open and log into the browser-based configuration software.
2. Click Restore Factory Default.
[will the uer have to log in to do this?]
3. Click Restore.
4. Click Logout.
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3. Click Restore.
4. Click Logout.
WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Status
Settings
In the browser-based configuration software, you can get certain status information about the
bridge and your wireless network.
The Status page of the configuration software shows:
•Connection status
•A signal strength indicator
•Network SSID
•Current country or region setting
•Type of network (infrastructure or ad hoc)
•Channel and frequency of the bridge
•Type of encryption currently active
•Transmitted and received data amounts
•The bridge’s IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and the source of the IP address
•Bridge name
•Wireless router’s or access point’s media access control (MAC) address
•Firmware version
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The Status page of the configuration software shows:
• Connection status
• A signal strength indicator
• Network SSID
• Current country or region setting
• Type of network (infrastructure or ad hoc)
• Channel and frequency of the bridge
• Type of encryption currently active
• Transmitted and received data amounts
• The bridge’s IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and the source of the IP address
• Bridge name
• Wireless router’s or access point’s media access control (MAC) address
• Firmware version
Troubleshooting Tips
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Symptom
The WLAN light is
off and I can’t
connect to the router
or access point.
My gaming console
or remote computer
could not connect to
the Internet.
My bridge-enabled
computer could not
communicate with
my wireless-enabled
computer or printer.
Cause
The bridge is not
configured correctly for
the network
The wireless access point
or router needs to be reset
to recognize the bridges.
This most likely is a
network configuration
problem.
Solution
•Check the configuration utility for
the router or access point, to see if
it lists the WGE101.
•Use the configuration software for
the bridge to verify that the SSID,
country, and WEP settings match
those of the router or access point.
•Turn off all devices. Then, power
on the wireless router (or access
point) and power on the bridge.
Check that the bridge connects to
the wireless router or access point.
If it connects, power on the gaming
console or remote computer.
•If the device is connected to a hub,
try switching ports or try
connecting it directly to the bridge.
•Check that the wireless-enabled
computer or printer is on the same
wireless network as the computer
using the bridge.
•Make sure the SSID, WEP key (if
WEP is enabled) and country or
region selection are the same for all
devices connected to the same
wireless network.
•If the device is connected to a hub,
try switching ports or try
connecting it directly to the bridge.
If you have problems connecting to your wireless network, check these tips.
System Requirements for the Bridge
To use the bridge in your network you must have:
•Wireless router or access point (infrastructure mode) or a network of wireless
devices (ad hoc mode)
•Network software (Windows, Mac OS, Linux, or UNIX)
•Internet Explorer 5.0 or later; Netscape Navigator 4.7 or later
Bridge Specifications [MOST NEED TO BE UPDATED]
Dimensions: W: 108.2 mm (4.26") D: 62.31 mm (2.45") H: 27.51 mm (1.08")
Weight: 0.099 kg (0.219 lbs.)
LAN: 10BASE-T
WLAN: 802.11g or 802.11b
Power Adapter: 5V AC, 2A with localized plug for North America, UK, Europe
or Australia
Environmental Specifications [ACCURATE???]
Operating temperature: –10 to 55°C (14˚ to 131˚F)
Operating humidity: 85% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing
Electromagnetic
Emissions: CE/LVD: EN 60950:1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11
CE/EMC: EN 301489-17 V1.1.1: 09-2000
EN 301489-1 V1.3.1: 09-2001
CE/Radio: EN 300328-1 V1.3.1: 12-2001
EN 300328-2 V1.2.1: 12-2001
FCC Part 15 Subpart C
FCC Part 15 Subpart B
Safety Certifications: UL 1950, C UL Marks, TUV (EN 60950)
Note: For more troubleshooting information, go to the NETGEAR, Inc. web site.
Solution
•If the wireless LAN setting are
correct, make sure all the devices
are on the same IP network.
•Make sure the RJ-45 connectors
are plugged into the computer and
bridge securely.
•You may need to change the IP
address of your computer
temporarily. See page xx.
•Reset to factory defaults. See pg.xx.
Symptom
I can’t get the
configuration
software for the
bridge to show using
my browser.
Cause
This could be a network
configuration problem or
a hardware connection
problem.
08-2002
08-2002
W: 174mm (6.85") D: 116.5mm (4.59") H: 26mm (1.02")
0.261kg (0.5741 lbs.)
10/100 BASE-T
802.11g or802.11b
12V DC 1.2A
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 Model WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge 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.
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.
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.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, (2) Increase the
separation between the equipment and receiver, (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected, (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to
avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not
be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus (Model WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards
NETGEAR WGE101 Wireless Ethernet Bridge
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June 2003
0560 !
Attention: When you configure the wireless settings of this device
please make sure to select the correct country settings. Due to EU-law,
the country settings must be identical to the country where the device
is operating (important due to non-harmonized frequencies in the EU).