Abocom Systems WAP257 User Manual
802.11 b/g Access Point
User’s Guide
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
FCC Certifications
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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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, and (2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This 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
20cm between the radiator and your body.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective proprietors.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notification.
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Table of Content
TUIntroductionUT ............................................................................................................................ 1
TUFEATURESUT ............................................................................................................................. 1
TUAPPLICATIONUT......................................................................................................................... 2
TUPARTS NAMES AND FUNCTIONSUT ............................................................................................ 3
TUFACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGSUT ............................................................................................... 5
TUWireless APUT....................................................................................................................... 5
TUHardware ConnectionUT ............................................................................................................6
TUCheck the LEDs:UT ............................................................................................................... 7
TUAbout the Operation ModesUT .................................................................................................. 8
TUACCESS POINT MODEUT ............................................................................................................ 8
TUWDS REPEATER MODEUT......................................................................................................... 8
TUCLIENT MODE (INFRASTRUCTURE)UT ....................................................................................... 9
TUCLIENT MODE (AD-HOC)UT ...................................................................................................... 9
TUWDS BRIDGE MODEUT ............................................................................................................. 9
TUConfigurationUT ........................................................................................................................ 10
TULOGINUT.................................................................................................................................. 10
TUSTATUSUT................................................................................................................................11
TUSystemUT ............................................................................................................................. 11
TUStatisticsUT.......................................................................................................................... 12
TUWIRELESSUT............................................................................................................................ 13
TUBasic SettingsUT.................................................................................................................. 13
TUAdvanced SettingsUT ........................................................................................................... 14
TUSecurityUT ........................................................................................................................... 18
TUAccess ControlUT ................................................................................................................ 20
TUTCP/IPUT ................................................................................................................................22
TUBasicUT ............................................................................................................................... 22
TUOTHERUT ................................................................................................................................. 24
TUUpgrade FirmwareUT ......................................................................................................... 24
TUSave/Reload SettingsUT....................................................................................................... 25
TUPasswordUT ........................................................................................................................ 27
TUSystem LogUT ...................................................................................................................... 27
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INTRODUCTION
This is an IEEE802.11b/g compliant 11 Mbps & 54 Mbps Ethernet Wireless Access Point.
The Wireless Access Point is equipped with two 10/100 M Auto-sensing Ethernet ports
for connecting to LAN and also for cascading to next Wireless Access Point.
This Access Point provides 64/128bit WEP encryption, WPA and IEEE802.1x which
ensures a high level of security to protect users’ data and privacy. The MAC Address
filter prevents the unauthorized MAC Addresses from accessing your Wireless LAN.
Your network security is therefore double assured.
The web-based management utility is provided for easy configuration that your wireless
network connection is ensured to be always solid and hassle free.
Features
• Two LAN ports for Wireless AP cascade
• Support WPA
• Support AP client mode
• Support WDS for bridge mode
• Support data rate automatic fallback
• Automatic channel selection
• Client access control
• Support 802.1x/Radius client with EAP-TLS, TKIP, AES encryption
• Support IAPP
• Adjustable Tx power, Tx rate, and SSID broadcast
• Allow WEP 64/128 bit
• Web interface management
• Support System event log and statistics
• MAC filtering (For wireless only)
• Support High power
• Support POE (Power Over Ethernet), which enables an Ethernet network cable to
deliver both data and power
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Application
Example 1
Example 2
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Parts Names and Functions
1. Front Panel: (LED Indicators)
LED Status
Indicator Color Solid Flashing
1 Power Green Turns solid green when
N/A.
the power is applied to
this device.
2 Status Red Turns solid red when the
device is booting. After
booting successfully, the
light will be turned off.
3~6
Wireless
Link/Act. Green Turns solid green when
wireless interface is
Receiving/
Sending data
turned on.
WEP/WPA Orange Turns solid orange when
N/A
wireless security is
enabled.
MAC
Ctrl
Orange Turns solid orange when
MAC Control is enabled.
3
N/A
WDS Orange Turns solid orange when
WDS is enabled.
7 LAN 1
Green Turns solid green when
linked to a local network.
8 LAN 2
Table 1: LED Indicators
2. Rear Panel: Connection Ports
Port/button Functions
A 12V DC
B LAN2 (PoE 48V)
C LAN1
D
(Factory)
RESET
Connects the power adapte r plug
Connects to Ethernet
Connects to Ethernet
Press for less than 5 seconds to reboot this
device.
Press for over 5 seconds to restore factory
settings.
Performing the Factory Reset will erase all previously
device settings.
Table 2: Connection Ports
N/A
Receiving/
Sending data
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Factory Default Settings
Setting Wireless Access Point
Device Name
SSID
Channel
WEP Default value: Disabled
IP Address
Wireless AP
Default value: 802.11g-AP
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192.168.1. 254
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HARDWARE CONNECTION
Note: Before you starting hardware connection, you are advised to find an appropriate
location to place the Access Point. Usually, the best place for the Access Point is at the
center of your wireless network, with line of straight to all your wireless stations. Also,
remember to adjust the antenna; usually the higher the antenna is placed, the better will
the performance be.
Connection of using the included Power adapter:
1. Connect to your local area network: connect a Ethernet cable to one of the
Ethernet port (LAN1 or LAN2) of this Wireless Access Point, and the other end to a
hub, switch, router, or another wireless access point.
2. Power on the device: Connect the included AC power adapter to the Wireless Access
Point’s power port and the other end to a wall outlet.
Connection of using PoE:
The hardware connection is basically the same as using a power adapter to supply power
to your wireless access point, except for a different power origin it gains. With PoE, your
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wireless access point gains power from a PSE device through simply an Ethernet UTP
cable!
Check the LEDs:
The Power and LAN # LEDs should be ON. LAN# LED will even blink if there is traffic.
The Link/Act LED will be on in static when wireless interface is turned on.
If the Status LED glows after self-test , it means this Wireless Access Point fails on self
test. Please ask your dealer for technical support.
3. Configure your PC: Make sure your local PC(s) has wireless network adapter
installed.
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