Advantek Networks AWN-AP-54MR User Manual
802.11b+g Access Point
User Manual
Model: AWN-AP-54MR
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.
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proprietors.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notification.
Table of Content
Introduction 1
F
EATURES
A
PPLICATION
P
ARTS NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
F
ACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS
Wireless AP ............................................................................................5
Hardware Connection 6
Check the LEDs: ....................................................................................... 6
About the Operation Modes 7
ACCESS POINT MODE
WDS R
CLIENT MODE (INFRASTRUCTURE
CLIENT MODE (AD-HOC
WDS B
Configuration 9
L
OGIN
S
TATUS
System ..................................................................................................10
Statistics................................................................................................11
W
IRELESS
Basic Settings .......................................................................................13
Advanced Settings ................................................................................15
Security .................................................................................................19
Access Control ...................................................................................... 21
TCP/IP ......................................................................................................24
Basic .....................................................................................................24
O
THER
Upgrade Firmware ................................................................................27
Save/Reload Settings ...........................................................................28
Password ..............................................................................................30
System Log ...........................................................................................30
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EPEATER MODE
RIDGE MODE
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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 Autosensing 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 protects 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).
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Application
Example 1
Example 2
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Parts Names and Functions
Orange
Orange
1. Front Panel: (LED Indicators)
LED Status
Indicator Color Solid Flashing
1 Power Green Turns solid green when
power is applied to this
device.
2 Status Red Turns solid red when
the device is booting,
after boot scuessfully,
the light turn off.
3~6
Wireless
Link/Act. Green Turns solid green when
connected and
associated to at least a
client station.
WEP/WP
A
MAC Ctrl
Turns solid orange
when wireless security
is enabled.
Turns solid orange
when MAC Control is
enabled.
N/A.
Receiving/
Sending data
N/A
N/A
3
WDS
Orange
the Factory Reset will erase all
Turn solid orange
when WDS is enabled.
7 LAN 1
8 LAN 2
Green
Turns solid green when
linked to a local
network.
Table 1: LED Indicators
2. Rear Panel: Connection Ports
N/A
Receiving/
Sending data
Port/button Functions
A 12V DC
B LAN1
C LAN2
D
(Factory)
RESET
Connects the power adapter plug
Connects to Ethernet
Connects to Ethernet
Press over 3 seconds to reboot this device.
Press for over 10 seconds to restore factory
settings.
Performing
previously entered device settings.
Table 2: Connection Ports
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Factory Default Settings
Setting Wireless Access Point
Device Name
SSID
Channel 11
WEP
IP Address 192.168.1. 254
Wireless AP
Default value: 802.11g-AP
Default value: Disabled
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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 be the performance.
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.
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 associated with a station and blink
whenever this AP receives data packets in the air.
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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About the Operation Modes
This device provides four operational applications with Access Point, Bridge,
Client (Ad-hoc) and Client (Infrastructure) modes, which are mutually
exclusive.
This device is shipped with configuration that is functional right out of the box. If
you want to change the settings in order to perform more advanced
configuration or even change the mode of operation, you can use the webbased utility provided by the manufacturer as described in the following
sections.
Access Point Mode
When acting as an access point, this device connects all the stations
(PC/notebook with wireless network adapter) to a wired network. All stations
can have the Internet access if only the Access Point has the Internet
connection.
See the sample application below.
To set the operation mode to Access Point, please go to “Wireless Basic
Settings”, in the “Mode” field click the down arrow to select AP mode.
WDS Repeater Mode
Refer to the illustration below. While acting as Bridges, AP1 (with Station 1
being associated to) and AP2 (with Station 2 being associated) can
communicate with each other through wireless interface (with WDS). Thus
Station 1 can communicate with Station 2 and both Station 1 and Station 2 are
able to access the Internet if only AP1 or AP2 has the Internet connection.
To set the operation mode to Bridge, please go to “Wireless Basic
Settings”, in the “Mode” field click the down arrow to select AP mode. And
go to “Wireless WDS Settings” to enable WDS.
Client Mode (Infrastructure)
If set to Client (Infrastructure) mode, this device can work like a wireless station
when it’s connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets from
wired end to wireless interface.
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Refer to the illustration below. This station (AP1 plus the connected computer 1)
can associate to another Access Point (AP2), and then can have the Internet
access if the other Access Point (AP2) has the Internet connection.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Wireless
Basic Settings”, in the “Mode” field click the down arrow to select Client
mode, and then select “Network Type” as “Infrastructure”.
Client Mode (Ad-hoc)
If set to the Client (Ad-hoc) mode, this device can work like a wireless station
when it is connected to a computer so that the computer can send packets
from wired end to wireless interface. You can share files and printers between
wireless stations (PC and laptop with wireless network adapter installed).
See the sample application below.
To set the operation mode to Client (Ad-hoc), please go to “Wireless Basic
Settings”, in the “Mode” field click the down arrow to select Client mode,
and then select Network Type as “Ad-hoc”.
WDS Bridge Mode
The WDS (Wireless Distributed System) function lets this access point act as a
wireless LAN access point and repeater at the same time. Users can use this
feature to build up a large wireless network in a large space like airports, hotels
and schools …etc. This feature is also useful when users want to bridge
networks between buildings where it is impossible to deploy network cable
connections between these buildings.
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