ASUS WL-330 User Manual

Pocket Wireless Access Point

(WL-330)

User Guide

E1499 Revised Edition V2

December 2003

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Contents

Notices ..........................................................................................................iv

Safety statements .......................................................................................... v

About this guide............................................................................................vii

WL-330 specification summary .................................................................... viii

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome .......................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Package contents ............................................................. 1-2

1.3 Features ........................................................................... 1-3

1.3.1 Top view .............................................................. 1-3

1.3.2 Bottom view......................................................... 1-4

1.3.3 Rear view ............................................................ 1-4

1.4 LED indicators .................................................................. 1-5

1.5 Network setup .................................................................. 1-6

1.5.1 Access Point mode ............................................. 1-6

1.5.2 Ethernet adapter mode ....................................... 1-7

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 System requirements........................................................ 2-2

2.2 Installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP ........................... 2-2

2.2.1 Before you proceed ............................................. 2-2

2.2.2 Installation procedures ........................................ 2-3

2.3 Placement ........................................................................ 2-5

2.4 Operating range ............................................................... 2-6

2.4.1 Range.................................................................. 2-6

2.4.2 Site Surveys ........................................................ 2-6

2.5 Roaming information ........................................................ 2-6

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Chapter 3: Configuration

3.1 Installing the utilities ......................................................... 3-2

3.2 Using the Setup Wizard utility ........................................... 3-3

3.2.1 Launching the Setup Wizard utility ...................... 3-3

3.2.2 Access Point (AP) mode ..................................... 3-4

3.2.3 Ethernet adapter mode ....................................... 3-6

3.2 Device Discovery.............................................................3-12

3.3 Web Configuration utility..................................................3-13

3.4 Launching the Web Configuration utility...........................3-15

3.5 Access Point mode..........................................................3-16

3.5.1 Simple Setup ..................................................... 3-16

3.5.2 Access Control .................................................. 3-19

3.5.3 Firmware Upgrade ............................................ 3-23

3.5.4 Restoring the default values.............................. 3-25

3.6 Ethernet adapter mode ....................................................3-26

3.6.1 Simple Setup ..................................................... 3-26

3.6.2 Site Survey ........................................................ 3-30

3.6.3 Firmware Upgrade ............................................ 3-36

3.6.4 Restoring the default values.............................. 3-36

3.7 Firmware Restoration ......................................................3-37

Chapter 4: Simple setup

4.1 Using the device in a local network................................... 4-2

4.2 Replacing the desktop PCs or notebooks Ethernet cables .... 4-2

4.3 Replacing the Ethernet cables of other devices ................ 4-3

4.4 Connecting to another AP as an adapter or wireless bridge ... 4-4

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 5-1

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (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! You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.

Safety statements

Regulatory Information/Disclaimers

Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution of the connecting cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines.

CAUTION! To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance [20cm] between the radiator and your body. Use on the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

Safety Information

In order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance [20cm] between the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna.

Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

CAUTION! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authorization to use this device.

MPE Statement

Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal.

Safety statements

Caution Statement of the FCC Radio Frequency

Exposure

This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247(b)(4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. The radiation output power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation – as a mobile or portable device but use in a body-worn way is strictly prohibit. When using this device, a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. In order to comply with the RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than [20cm].

RF Exposure

The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need to install and configure your ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (AP).

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the physical features of the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP. It also presents the package contents, LED indicators, and recommended network settings.

• Chapter 2: Hardware installation

This chapter provides information on how to install the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP.

• Chapter 3: Configuration This chapter describes the utilities for configuring the ASUS Pocket

Wireless AP.

• Chapter 4: Simple Setup This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to setup your ASUS

Pocket Wireless AP.

• Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

The Appendix contains a troubleshooting guide for solving common

problems you may encounter when using the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP.

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this guide.

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

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NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Address 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Web site www.asus.com.tw

Technical Support

Telephone

(MB/Component) +886-2-2890-7121 (English) (Notebook) +886-2-2890-7122 (English) (Server/PC) +886-2-2890-7123 (English) (Networking) +886-2-2890-7902 (English)

Support fax +886-2-2890-7698

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA Fax +1-510-608-4555 E-mail tmd1@asus.com Web site usa.asus.com

Technical Support

Telephone

(General) +1-502-995-0883

(Notebook) +1-510-739-3777 Support fax +1-502-933-8713 Support e-mail tsd@asus.com

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address Harkort Str . 25, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Telephone +49-2102-95990 Fax +49-2102-959911 Online contact www.asuscom.de/sales

Technical Support

Telephone +49-2102-95990 Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support www.asuscom.de/support Web site www.asuscom.de/news

ASUS COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)

Address P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E. Telephone +9714-283-1774 Fax +9714-283-1775 Web site www.ASUSarabia.com

WL-330 specification summary*

Standard IEEE 802.11b T echnology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Data T ransfer Rate 11Mbps (with automatic fallback to 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps) Network Types Supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc networks Frequency Band 2.4 GHz ~ 2.5 GHz Security 64-bit/128-bit configurable WEP encryption Operating Distance Indoors: 100 ft (30 m) @ 11Mbps

Outdoors: 1000 ft (300 m) @ 11Mbps

Supported OS Windows® 98SE/ME/2000/XP Antenna Internal antenna

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Chapter 1

This chapter describes the physical features of the ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point. It also presents the package contents, LED indicators, and recommended network settings.

Product introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point! The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP is an easy-to-install wireless access point and

Ethernet adapter in one. Conforming to IEEE 802.11b standard for wireless local area network (WLAN), the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP is capable of up to 11Mbps data transmission rate on the 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz band.

The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP also features the latest wireless technology developed by ASUS to keep you ahead in the world of wireless computing.

1.2 Package contents

Check the following items in your ASUS Pocket Wireless AP package. Contact your retailer if any item is damaged or missing.

ASUS Pocket Wireless AP (WL-330) Universal power adapter and plug (100V ~ 240V) USB adapter and plug RJ-45 connector and cable Support CD Quick Start Guide Soft case

Unless otherwise specified, the term “device” in this User Guide refers to the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP.

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1.3 Features

The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP employs the Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology to transmit and receive signals through radio waves on the 2.4 GHz band.

Here are other ASUS Pocket Wireless AP features:

• Reliable data transfer rates of up to 11Mbps with automatic fallback to

5.5, 2, and 1Mbps

• Secure data transmission via Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption

• Operating distance of up to 100 ft (30 m) indoors and 1000 ft (300m) outdoors*

• Dual power mode (DC or USB bus-powered)

• Equipped with a mounting hook and magnetic ring for desktop or wall installation

• Supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc network types

• Windows

98SE/ME/2000/XP compatible

The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP operating distance may be shorter if there are walls, barriers, or interferences in the home layout or operating environment.

1.3.1 Top view

LEDs

LEDs. The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP comes with three LED indicators. Refer to

section 1.4 “LED indicators” for details.

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1.3.2 Bottom view

Mounting hook

Mode switch

Air vents

Mounting hook. Use the mounting hook to install the device on concrete or wooden

surfaces using a roundhead screw.

Air vents. These vents provide ideal ventilation to the device. Mode switch. Allows you to switch from AP mode

to Ethernet adapter mode, or vice versa.

AP mode Ethernet adapter mode

1.3.3 Rear view

Ethernet port Reset button

DC-IN socket

Ethernet port. This port connects the supplied RJ-45 plug and cable. DC IN socket. This socket connects the power adapter plug. Reset button. Press this button for more than five seconds (in AP or Ethernet

mode) to load the default values. In Ethernet adapter mode, press this button for less than five seconds to connect to the first saved wireless connection in the profile table. See page 3-15 for the reset button function in Ethernet mode.

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1.4 LED indicators

The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP comes with a Power, Wireless, and Ethernet LED indicators. Refer to the table below for LED indications.

LED Status Mode* Indication

Power On AP/EA The device in on and ready.

Off AP/EA The device is off or performing boot sequence

Blinking AP/EA Firmware upgrade failed.

Wireless On AP The device is on and ready.

EA The device is associated with an AP or other

wireless device.

Off AP The device is off.

EA The device is not associated with an AP or other

wireless device.

Blinking AP/EA The device is transmitting or receiving data.

Ethernet On AP/EA The device is connected to an Ethernet network.

Off AP/EA The device is off or not connected to an Ethernet

network.

*Modes: AP - Access point EA - Ethernet adapter

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1.5 Network setup

The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP may be configured as an Access Point (AP) or wireless Ethernet adapter. In AP mode, the device acts as the central link between computers in a wireless network. In Ethernet adapter mode, the device connects to:

1. Other wireless device/s (Ad-hoc network type), or

2. Access point (Infrastructure network type)

Determine your network settings before installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP to avail all its features. The following network settings are recommended.

1.5.1 Access Point mode

In Access Point mode the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP allows wireless clients to connect to a wired or wireless LAN.

INTERNET

ADSL Modem

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Wireless clients

Product introduction

1.5.2 Ethernet adapter mode

Ad-hoc network type

In an Ad-hoc network type, the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP connects to another ASUS Pocket Wireless AP or other wireless devices. No access point (AP) is present.

Infrastructure network type

In an Infrastructure network type, each computer with an ASUS Pocket Wireless AP connects to an access point that provides a central link for communication among the computers.

INTERNET

ADSL Modem Access Point

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Single IP bridge environment

In a single IP bridge environment, the device connects to an access point using a single IP address.

In this setup, the MAC cloning feature may be enabled to support certain applications and devices, such as Xbox and PlayStation use the MAC address to communicate with other devices. MAC cloning allows the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP to to communicate with other devices in a wireless network using the MAC address of the host computer instead of its own.

Access Point

game consoles, that

Multiple IP bridge environment

In a multiple IP bridge environment, the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP connects two or more wired devices to a wireless network from a hub or a switch.

Hub

You must disable the MAC cloning feature when you set the device in Ethernet adapter mode under this environment. Enabling MAC cloning under this environment results to undefined and incorrect bridge behavior.

Access Point

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Chapter 2

This chapter provides information on how to install the ASUS Pocket AP.

Installation

2.1 System requirements

Before installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP, make sure that your system meets the following requirements:

• An Ethernet (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) adapter for wired client

• At least one 802.11b (11Mbps) wireless adapter for wireless mobile client

• TCP/IP and an Internet browser installed

2.2 Installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP

2.2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following guidelines before installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP.

• The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network must not exceed 100 meters.

• Place the device on a flat, stable surface as far from the ground as possible

• Keep the device clear from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.

• Keep the device away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal loss.

• Install the device in a central area to provide ideal coverage for all wireless mobile devices.

Install this device at least 20 centimeters from any person to insure that the product is operated in accordance with the RF Guidelines for Human Exposure which have been adopted by the Federal Communications Commission.

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2.2.2 Installation procedures

Follow these instructions to install the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP.

Access point mode (DC power)

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1. Connect one end of the RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of the device.

2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to the 10Base-T port of a network hub, switch, router, or wall patch panel.

3. Insert the universal power adapter plug to the DC-IN socket of the device.

4. Connect the universal power adapter to a wall socket.

5. Insert the power plug to the DC-IN socket of the network hub, switch, or router.

6. Plug the power adapter of the network hub, switch, or router to a wall socket.

Use only the power adapter and plug that came with the ASUS Pocket Wireless APpackage. Using other power adapter and plug may damage the device.

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Ethernet adapter mode (USB bus power)

1. Connect one end of the RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of the device.

2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of your PC or notebook.

3. Insert the USB cable plug to the DC-IN socket of the device.

4. Insert the other end of the USB cable to any available USB port in your PC or notebook.

After installation, check the Power and Ethernet LEDs. These LEDs light up to indicate that the device is on and has physical connection to an Ethernet network. Refer to the LED indications on page 1-5.

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2.3 Mounting

Aside from desktop placement, you may install the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP vertically on a concrete or wooden wall using the mounting hooks at the bottom of the and a mounting screw.

To mount the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP on a concrete or wooden wall:

1. Locate the mounting hook at the bottom of the device.

2. Select an ideal location for the device following the guidelines in section 2.2.1.

3. Tighten a round head screw on the concrete or wooden wall until only 1/4” is showing.

4. Latch the device into the screw.

Adjust the screw if you cannot latch the device or if the screw is too loose.

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