Sony PCWA-A500 manual

Operating Instructions 5GHz Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A500 4-658-124- 11 (1) © 2002 Sony Corporation[...]

2 W ARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever [...]

3 Note The power outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. Safety Information WARNING • Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the warranty. • Do not touch the device or accessories during thunder storms. Electrical shock could result. • This device is made for[...]

4 Program © 2001, 2002 Sony Corporation Documentation © 2002 Sony Corporation Copyright © 2000-2001 Atheros Communications, Inc., All Rights Reserved Copyright © 1994-2001 The NetBSD Foundation, Inc. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following co[...]

5 A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LI[...]

6 Table of contents Getting started Overview ............................................... 7 What you can do with your Wireless LAN Access Point ..................... 7 System requirements ..................... 8 About the manuals and Help files ... 8 Names of parts and functions ................ 9 About the Access Point initial settings 12 To re[...]

7 Getting star ted Overview What you can do with your Wireless LAN Access Point The 5GHz Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A500 is designed for constructing a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) environment. Because the wireless LAN does not require cable connections, client computers can operate anywhere within a specified range. Connect your Access Po[...]

8 System requirements In order to configure the Access Point or check Access Point settings, your computer must satisfy the following hardware and software requirements. ❑ A computer installed with a 5GHz Wireless LAN PC Card (Make sure that the driver required to operate the PC card is installed correctly.) ❑ Web browser (The following browser[...]

9 Getting star ted Names of parts and functions Front view Side view POWER MESSAGE WIRELESS NETWORK 1 NETWORK 2 2 1 4 5 6 3 NETWORK 2 Lights green when an Ethernet cable is connected to the NETWORK 2 connector. Flashes orange while data is being exchanged using the NETWORK 2 connector. z Hint All indicators except the POWER indicator flash while th[...]

10 4 NETWORK 1 connector Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Access Point to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router. 5 NETWORK 2 connector Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Access Point to an Ethernet LAN hub. 6 DC IN 10 V jack Connects to the AC power adapter. Rear view NETWORK 1 NETWORK 2 DC IN 10V NETWORK 1 NETWORK 2 DC IN 10V 9 qa 7 8 0 7[...]

11 Getting star ted qs qs Factory default switc h Use this switch to return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings. For details, see “ To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings ” (page 13). qd qd Ferrite core Top view[...]

12 About the Access Point initial settings The Access Point is configured as follows at shipment. To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings, see page 13. Note In the table below, “–” indicates that no setting is made at the time of shipment. Common Host Name homegate Administrator Password – Guest Password – Time[...]

13 Getting star ted To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings To return the Access Point settings to the factory default settings, hold down the factory default switch for approximately one second while the power of the Access Point is ON. For information on the location of the factory default switch position, see “ Name[...]

14 Configuring the Access Point settings To configure the Access Point settings, use a computer that is connected to the Access Point using the 5GHz Wireless LAN PC Card PCWA-C500 or a computer that is connected to the Access Point NETWORK 2 connector using an Ethernet connection. Before configuring the Access Point settings Connecting to the Acces[...]

15 Setting and connections • Select Connect using DSL from NETWORK 1 Settings in Easy Setup (page 19) or from NAT Router Mode Settings in NETWORK 1 Settings in Advanced Setup (page 20). For router-type DSL modem connections: Select Bridge Mode in Advanced Setup (page 20). ❑ To connect the Access Point to a cable modem: In the cable modem operat[...]

16 Displaying the Access Point setup page To configure Access Point settings, go to the Access Point setup page. Use one of the following three methods to display the Access Point setup page. • Display the Access Point setup page using the Wireless Connection Easy Setup Wizard provided on the Wireless LAN PC Card. (page 17) Note This method can o[...]

17 Setting and connections Note Depending on the firmware version of the Access Point you are using, the displayed screen may differ from that shown above. Display the Access Point setup page using the Wireless Connection Easy Setup Wizard provided on the Wireless LAN PC Card Note This method can only be used with Windows Me or Windows 2000. 1 Conn[...]

18 Display the Access Point setup page by entering the IP address in the web browser. 1 Connect the Access Point to the AC adapter. z Hint There is no power switch on the Access Point. Refer to the Quick Start Guide (separate sheet) when connecting the Access Point to the AC adapter. 2 Start up your web browser. 3 Type “http://192.168.11.1/” in[...]

19 Setting and connections Administrator password If you set an administrator password, you will be requested to enter a user name and password when you open the Access Point setup page. To open the Access Point setup page, type admin in the dialog box ’ s User Name text box, then type the password that you set in the Password text box. Guest pas[...]

20 ■ Advanced Setup Here, you can configure advanced settings for the Access Point. Further, you can select an operation mode for the Access Point from the following two types: (1) NAT Router mode Similar to Easy Setup, the Access Point operates in NAT router mode, but you can configure slightly more advanced settings. (2) Bridge mode The Access [...]

21 Setting and connections Confirming the status of the Access Point Perform the following steps to confirm the current status of the Access Point. 1 Follow the steps for Displaying the Access Point setup page (page 16) to open the Access Point setup page. 2 Click Status. 3 If a guest password has been set, you are requested to enter a password. Ty[...]

22 Connecting Connecting to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router If the Access Point is connected to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router, computers that are connected to the Access Point can connect to the Internet via the Access Point. Multiple computers can connect to the Internet via the Access Point simultaneously. P O W E R M E S S A [...]

23 Setting and connections 1 Connect the Access Point ’ s NETWORK 1 connector to a DSL modem, cable modem, or ISDN router using an Ethernet cable as shown in the illustration below. When the Access Point is connected to an Ethernet LAN, connect the NETWORK 2 connector and the hub using an Ethernet cable. P O W E R M E S S A G E W I R E L E S S N [...]

24 Precautions when mounting the Access Point on a wall When mounting the Access Point on a wall, the screw size and spacing of mounting holes is as follows. Note that no brackets are provided for mounting the Access Point on a wall. Use screws or nails that meet the following requirements. Notes • Using two screws or other fasteners, ensure that[...]

25 Setting and connections Fastening the Access Point to a wall with screws: Body diameter: 0.14 to 0.29 inches (3.5 to 7.5 mm) Length: 1.2 inches (30 mm) or more 2.82 inches (71.5 mm)[...]

26 Precautions AC adapter Use ony the supplied AC adapter. Other AC adapters may cause a failure in the Access Point. Safety Do not drop the Access Point. Careful handling will help prevent damage. Installation Do not place the Access Point where it will be exposed to the following conditions: • Unstable surfaces. • High humidity or poor ventil[...]

27 Additional inf ormation Specifications Power AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz (The power cord plug is for use with AC 120 V.) Power consumption Approximately 7 W Maximum external dimensions Approx. 6.3 × 9.2 × 1.9 inches (Approx. 159 × 233 × 48 mm) (w/h/d) The stand is 3.6 inches (approx. 91 mm) in depth. Approx. 6.3 × 8.7 × 2.2 inches (Approx. 1[...]

28 Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your Wireless LAN Access Point. About Sony ’ s Support Options Sony provides several support options for your Wireless LAN Access Point. ❒ This Operating Instructions explains how to use your Wireless LAN Access Point. ❒ Quick Sta[...]

29 Additional inf ormation Glossary Channel number The frequency used for wireless communications. Wireless communications are available only among client computers and Access Points that use the same channel. Client A computer connected to a LAN (Local Area Network). Also may be called a client computer. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) [...]

30 WAN (Wide Area Network) A network that interconnects remote LANs through the Internet or telephone lines. WEP IEEE802.11-compliant security system. Using the WEP key as the password, only client computers and Access Points that have the same ID and password may log on to the same wireless LAN for file sharing.[...]

31 Additional inf ormation Troubleshooting Problems related to the Access Point: Read the Troubleshooting section of this guide before calling Sony Customer Information Services. If you still cannot resolve the problems after referring to these sources, call Sony Customer Information Services. Symptom Cause/Remedy The Access Point is not operating [...]

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