Allnet ALL0285 manual

ALL0285 IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless Access Point User’s Guide[...]

Contents Contents .......................................................................................................................... 2 System Requirements For Configuration ........................................................................ 3 Introduction .................................................................................[...]

Package Contents • IEEE 802.11g 2.4GHz Wireless LAN Access Point • Power Adapter – 5VDC, 2A • Quick Installation Guide on CD Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the 802.11g Wireless Access Point will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. If any of the above items is missing, p[...]

Introduction The 802.11g Wireless Access Point provides the most expanded user bandwidth available in an AP. Network members can connect to this AP using any of its channels to transfer data at speeds never achievable before in a wireless device. The 802.11g Wireless Access Point operates seamlessly and simultaneously in the 2.4GHz frequency spectr[...]

Connections • Straight-Through cable is required when connecting to a router or switch • Cross-Over cable is required when connecting directly to an Ethernet adapter on a computer for configuration Features & Benefits • Up to 54 Mbps - Means you can transfer large files up to 5 times m ore quickly than was previously possible without sign[...]

LEDs LED stands f or L ight- E mitting D iode. The 802.11g Wireless Access Point has 3 Green LEDs as shown below: LED LED Activity Power A steady light indicates a connection to a power source LAN (10/100) A steady light indicates a connection to the Ethernet port; a blinking light indicates activity WLAN (802.11b or 802.11g) A blinking light indic[...]

Wireless Basics The 802.11g Wireless Access Point is based on in dustry standards to provide easy-to use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity w ithin your home, business or public access wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE sta ndard, the 802.11g Wireless Access Point will allow you to securely access the data you want, when [...]

 The 802.11g Wireless Access Point is compatible with the IEEE802.11g wireless products: 802.11g Wireless Cardbus Adapters used with laptop computers and 802.11g Wireless PCI cards used with desktop computers Standards-Based Technology The 802.11g Wireless Access Point utilizes the 802.11b and 802.11g standards. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an e[...]

Installation Considerations Desktop and laptop computers with wireless netw ork adapters installed can access the 802.11g Wireless Access Point from virtually anywhere with in its operating range. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ce ilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may lim[...]

Getting Started A . First, connect the power adapter to the receptor at the back panel of the 802.11g Wireless Access Point and then plug the other end of the power adapter to a wall outlet or power strip. The Power LED will turn ON to indicate proper operation. B. Connect your 802.11g Wireless Access Point L AN port with your straight-through Ethe[...]

For a typical wireless setup (as shown above), please do the following: 1. You will need a broadband Intern et access (Cable/DSL) subscription 2. Consult with your Cable/DSL provide r for proper installation of the modem 3. Connect the modem to an Ethernet broadband router. 4. Connect the router to the 802.11g Wireless Access Point. 5. If you are c[...]

Using the Web Configuration Utility The easiest and quickest way to connect to a wireless network using your 802.11g Wireless Access Point is to use the Conf iguration Utility. Open your w eb-browser and type in the IP Address of the 802.11g Wireless Ac cess Point. The 802.11g Wireless Access Point default IP Address is shown below: • Open the we[...]

Once entered, the Current Status screen will appear. There are three other options available in this screen: Setup Wizard , Advanced Setup , and Statistics . Current Status The left-hand side of the Current Status screen provides basic information about your wireless access point, including the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gatew[...]

Setup Wizard Using the built-in Setup Wizard is the easiest and quickest way to connect to a wireless network. To take advantage of this convenient technology, si mply click Setup Wizard at the top of the Current Status screen. The following screen will appear. Click Next to continue. Enter the SSID (Service Set Identifier) as displayed on the Curr[...]

This screen displays the present level of security on your Access Point. To use encryption, click Enabled , choose the Key Size , and enter the encryption Key Value . Click Next . (If the Security Level on your WAP is enabled, all devices on the network must also be at the same level of security, using the identical secur ity system and encryption [...]

Advanced Setup Configuration To change the configuration of your Access Point, click on Advanced Setup at the top of the Current Settings screen. The following screen will appear. This screen displays the default settings of the 802.11g Wireless Access Point and allows you to change settings and values. The MAC (Media Access Control) Address is a u[...]

Device Information This screen allows you to modify for the AP Syst em Name and System Contact information. Just type in your new inform ation in the whiteout fields, and click on Apply to save the information. Click WLAN Parameter Settings . 17[...]

WLAN Parameter Settings SSID: ( Service Set Identifier): default is the default setting. The SSID is a unique name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name to communicate on the network. If you choose to change the SSID from the default setting, input a new SSID name in this field. The SSID can be up to 32 c[...]

Transmit Power: Adjust the transmission power here. This tool can be helpful for security purposes if you wish to limit the transmission range. Click on Apply to have the Access Point save the new options once you have com pleted the modification. WLAN Partition The WLAN Partition window allows the user to enable or disable Internal Station Connect[...]

Access Control Settings Control: Disabled - Disable the Access Control feature Accept - Accept the MAC Addresses in the list into the network Reject - Reject the MAC Addresses in the list from participating in the network Input MAC Address: Input the MAC Addresses into the list. Click “ Save ” to add the address into the Current Access Control [...]

Security Settings Wireless Band: IEEE 802.11g will be the only choice here. Authentication: Select from one of the following:  Open System: the 802.11g Wireless Access Point will be visible to all devices on the network. Open System is the default setting.  Shared Key: in order to access the 802.11g Wireless Access Point on the network, the d[...]

Administration User Name: The default User Name is ad min. Old Password: To change your password, first enter the old password. New Password: Enter the new password. Confirm New Password: Re-enter the new password. To save changes, click Save. Misc Telnet Service: When enabled, Administrator can access the device configuration via Telnet operation.[...]

Maintenance/Update Firmware Update File: Click on Browse to find the new firmware file from your hard driv e. After you find the updated firmware f ile located on your hard drive, click OK to start the firmware update process. Configuration File Update File: Click on Browse to find the new configuration file from your hard drive. After you have fou[...]

Restart System Apply Settings and Restart: If you have made any changes to the configuration settings, click Restart to apply the changes. Statistics Throughput Displays the WLAN 11g throughput statistics for received, transmitted and RTS communications. 24[...]

Transmitted Displays the 11g WLAN Tx Fragment Count, Multicast Tx Frame Count, Tx Error Count, Total Tx Retry Count, Tx Multiple Retry Count. Received Displays the 11g WLAN Rx Fragment Count, Multicast Rx Frame Count, Rx Frame FCS Error Count, Rx Frame Duplicate Count and Ack Rx Failure Count. 25[...]

WEP Frame Error This statistics page displays the counting for: WEP excluded Frames Count and WEP ICV Error Count. 26[...]

Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problem s that can occur during the installation and operation of the 802.11g Wireless Access Point. We cover various aspects of the network setup, including the network adapters. Please read the following if you are having proble ms. Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to c[...]

Make sure the computer is associated and joined with the correct Access Point. To check this connection: Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the taskbar> select View Available Wireless Networks . The Connect to Wireless Network screen will appear. Please make sure you have selected the correct availabl e network, as shown in the ill[...]

3. Check that the drivers for the networ k adapters are installed properly. You may be using different network adapters than t hose illustrated here, but this procedure will remain the same, regardless of the type of network adapters you are using. • Go to Start • Right-click on My Computer • Click Properties • Select the Hardware tab . •[...]

• Double-click on Network Adapters • Right-click on IEEE 802.11g Wireless Cardbus Network Adapter • Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly • Look under Device Status to check that the device is working properly • Click OK 30[...]

4. What variables may cause my wirele ss products to lose reception? se refer to urther formation about the most advantageous placement of your wireless products. . Why does my w • ms, lectrical devices that generate RF noise, n? ireless Access Point, you must also enable en cryp tion on all other members of the network. • that the encryption b[...]

Technical Specifications Standards  IEEE 802.11g  IEEE 802.11b  IEEE 802.3  IEEE 802.3u Device Management  Web-Based - Internet Explorer v6 or later; Netscape Navigator v6 or later; or other Java- enabled browsers  DHCP Client Network Architecture  Supports Infrastructure Mode LEDs  Power  WAN  LAN (10/100)  WLAN ?[...]

Safety and Emissions:  CE Physical Dimensions:  L = 140mm  W = 110mm  H = 25mm Wireless Data Rates with Automatic Fallback:  54 Mbps 48Mbps 36Mb ps  24Mbps 18Mbps 12Mbps  11Mbps 9Mbps 6Mbps  5.5Mbps 2Mbps 1Mbps Security:  64, 128, 152- bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)  WPA - Wi-Fi Protected Access External Antenna Ty[...]

Weight:  190g Receiver Sensitivity:  54Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-73dBm  48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-76dBm  36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-82dBm  24Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-85dBm  18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-88dBm  12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-89dBm  11Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-91dBm  9Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-90dBm  6Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-91dBm  5Mbps CCK, 8% PER,-92dB[...]