Atheros AR5BAP-00032 User Manual

AR5BAP-00032 Access Point

User's Guide

Revision March 2003

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List of Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

List of Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

About this Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

2 AP Network Attachment and Configuration . . . . . . . . . 2-1

AP Network Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

AP Hardware Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

AP Initial Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Web Browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Command-Line Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

A AP Web Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Accessing the AP Web Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Configuration Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Working with Configuration Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6

System Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7

5 GHz Radio Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9

5GHz Security Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-11

Edit Security Server Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-12

5 GHz 802.1X Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-14

5 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . A-15

Adding New Access Control Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-16

Adding Access Control List Permissions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-18

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5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-19

2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-21

2.4 GHz Security Configuration Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-23

Edit Security Server Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-25

2.4 GHz 802.1X Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-26

2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . A-27

Adding New Access Control Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-28

Adding Access Control List Permissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-29

2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-30

Script Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-32

Firmware Update Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-33

Statistics Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-35

AP Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-35

Station Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-37

B Regulatory Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

FCC Requirements for Operation in the Unites States . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions. . . . . . . . . B-2

RF Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

Declaration Of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

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List of Figures

Figure 2-1. Access Point to HPC Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Figure 2-2. AP Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Figure 2-3. AP Web Server Homepage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Figure 2-4. 5 GHz Statistics Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Figure 2-5. System Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Figure A-1. AP Web Server Homepage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Figure A-2. 5 GHz Statistics Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4

Figure A-3. AP Web Server Navigation Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Figure A-4. AP System Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7

Figure A-5. 5 GHz Radio Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9

Figure A-6. AP 5 GHZ Security Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . A-11

Figure A-7. 5 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Window . . . . . . . A-13

Figure A-8. 5 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window . . . . . A-15

Figure A-9. 5 GHz New Access Control List Configuration Window. . A-16

Figure A-10. 5 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration Window . . . . . A-18

Figure A-11. 5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window . . . . . . A-19

Figure A-12. 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . A-21

Figure A-13. 2.4 GHZ Security Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . A-23

Figure A-14. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Window . . . . . . A-25

Figure A-15. 2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window . . . . A-27

Figure A-16. 2.4 GHz New Access Control List Configuration Window. A-28

Figure A-17. 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration Window . . . . A-29

Figure A-18. 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window . . . . . A-30

Figure A-19. Configuration Script Configuration Window . . . . . . . . A-32

Figure A-20. AP Firmware Update Configuration Window. . . . . . . . A-33

Figure A-21. Advanced Firmware Update Configuration Window . . . A-34

Figure A-22. Basic Service Set Statistics Window for an AP . . . . . . . . A-35

Figure A-23. Basic Service Set Statistics Window for Station . . . . . . . A-37

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List of Tables

Table 2-1. Ethernet Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Table A-1. Homepage .GIF Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Table A-2. System Configuration Window Field Descriptions. . . . . . A-8

Table A-3. 5 GHz Radio Configuration Window Field Descriptions . . A-10

Table A-4. 5 GHz Security Field Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-12

Table A-5. RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions . . . . . . A-13

Table A-6. 5 GHz New Access Control List Field Descriptions . . . . . A-16

Table A-7. 5 GHz Edit Access Control List Field Descriptions. . . . . . A-18

Table A-8. 5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window Field

Descriptions A-20

Table A-9. 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window Field Descriptions . A-22

Table A-10. 2.4 GHz Security Field Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-24

Table A-11. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions . A-25

Table A-12. 2.4 GHz New Access Control List Field Descriptions . . . . A-28

Table A-13. 2.4 GHz Security Edit Access Control List Field Descriptions A-

Table A-14. 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window Field

Table A-15. BSS Stats Field for AP Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-36

Table A-16. BSS Stats Fields for STA Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-38

Descriptions A-31

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Preface

The intent of this document is to familiarize users with the Atheros AR5BAP00032 Access Point (AP), its setup, configuration, and usage. After reading this user's guide, the user should be able to install, configure, control, and maintain the Atheros Access Point.

About this Document

The document consists of the following chapters and appendices:

Chapter 1 Introduction—Describes the Access Point package contents

Chapter 2 AP Network Attachment and Configuration—Describes the

Appendix A AP Web Server—Describes the use of the web server to

Appendix B Regulatory Compliance Information—Important user

and system requirements.

Access Point network connections and initial software configuration.

configure the Access Point.

information and instructions concerning operating this device in accordance with National spectrum usage laws for radio devices.

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Introduction

The Atheros Access Point implements an IEEE 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN (WLAN) AP or data-oriented Residential Gateway (RG) supporting up to 256 station associations. Rates of 6 to 54 Mbps are supported in standard IEEE

802.11a/g modes, up to 11 Mbps in 802.11b mode, and up to 108 Mbps in Atheros Turbo Mode

System Requirements

The AP contains a small boot executive that allows the main operating system software to be downloaded using the Ethernet port over an FTP connection. The Operating system software can also reside in the Flash memory of the AP, which allows booting without the need to download the operating system from the host PC over an FTP connection. A configuration file is created in Flash memory to store user-configurable parameters such as WEP keys. A terminal or PC with an Ethernet connection is required to perform the initial

AP configuration. An FTP server is required for firmware update to the AP.

Use the AP Web Server for firmware updates. Refer to Appendix A,

“Firmware Update Configuration Window” for information on the web

server.

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AP Network Attachment and

Configuration

This section provides procedures for connecting and configuring the AP to a Host PC (HPC). Configuration can be performed either from a web browser accessing the built-in web server, or by entering command using the command line interface (CLI). For detailed information on using the web server, refer to “AP Web Server” in Appendix A. For detailed information on using CLI, refer to “AP Command-Line Interface” in Appendix B. For

“Factory Default Settings” refer to Appendix B.

AP Network Connections

Connect the HPC to the AP using one of the following two methods:

■ Use an Ethernet crossover cable (not supplied) to connect directly to the

Ethernet port of the HPC. For more information on Ethernet cables, see

Table 2-1 .

■ Use standard Ethernet cables (not supplied) to connect through a hub or

Ethernet switch.

See Figure 2-1 for an example of the AP to the HPC connections.

Follow these steps to establish the network connections:

1. Connect the AP Ethernet port to the HPC Ethernet card through the Ethernet hub/switch or an Ethernet crossover cable.

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2. Connect the optional RS-232 port to the HPC serial port through a serial cable. Refer to Appendix C for more information on the serial interface.

3. Plug in the provided power supply to the AP power supply connector.

Host PC (HPC)

RS-232 Port

Ethernet Port

Serial Cable

Ethernet Cable

Ethernet

Hub/Switch

Figure 2-1. Access Point to HPC Connections

Atheros Access Point

(AP)

Optional

RS-232

Port

Ethernet Port

Ethernet Cable

Power

Power Supply

Network Configuration

Follow these steps to configure the HPC for AP network control:

1. From the HPC’s Start menu, choose Settings and open the Network and Dial-up Connections dialog box.

2. Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon that belongs to the Ethernet controller connected to the AP, and select Properties.

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3. Within the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, choose Internet

Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

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4. Configure the IP address for the Ethernet connection in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box.

5. Click OK to continue and close the Internet Protocol Properties dialog box.

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AP Hardware Configuration

The Atheros AP hardware allows the configuration of one or two WLANs.

Figure 2-2 shows the physical location of WLAN, panel connectors on the AP

hardware, and the location of the antennae cables. Ta bl e 2 -1 summarizes the type of cable to use when using the Ethernet wired ports on the AP. You may use either, or both Ethernet ports.

2.4 GHz Antennae

(black)

WLAN 0

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5 GHz Antennae

(red)

WLAN 1

Power Ethernet 1

Figure 2-2. AP Physical Description

Ethernet 0

Serial Connection

Table 2-1. Ethernet Port Configuration

Ethernet Port Number Dumb Hub or Switch Computer Auto-Sensing Hub or Switch

0 Crossover cable Straight cable Crossover or straight cable

1 Straight cable Crossover cable Crossover or straight cable

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AP Initial Configuration

This section describes how to configure the AP after booting from Flash memory. Refer to “Firmware Update Configuration Window” on page A-33 to load the Operating image file to the Flash file system, if the operating system software should be updated.

Configure the AP for its channel frequency and Service Set Identifier (SSID) unique to the application. This configuration can be done either through a web browser with access to the built-in AP web server, or by issuing commands through the command line interface (CLI).

The AP can be configured at any time to tailor it for the application environment. For more information on configuring the AP using the web browser, refer to “AP Web Server” in Appendix A. For more information on using the CLI, refer to “AP Command-Line Interface” in Appendix B.

Web Browser

The following description illustrates the use of the web browser. For information on using the CLI, refer to “Command-Line Interface” on

page 2-10.

Follow these steps to configure the channel frequency and SSID using a web browser:

1. Launch a web browser (Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer are examples of commonly used web browsers).

2. From the HPC, enter the IP address that is assigned to the AP as the URL address, for example http://192.168.1.1.

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The Access Point Web Server homepage will appear (see Figure 2-3).

Figure 2-3. AP Web Server Homepage

3. Select the Access Point Web Server hotlink.

4. A dialog box appears requesting login authorization. When prompted,

enter the following information to log in:

Password: 5up

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5. Click OK to complete the login process. The 5 GHz Statistics window appears (see Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4. 5 GHz Statistics Window

6. Select the Configuration hotlink from the navigation menu.

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The System Configuration window appears (see Figure 2-5).

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Figure 2-5. System Configuration Window

7. Enter the SSID (name or address) for the AP in the SSID field. The SSID

must be 1–32 characters in length.

To configure a single SSID to have more than one AP in a single SSID, specify a unique System Name for each AP within that single SSID.

Depending on firmware settings, the channel of operation may not be accessible and will be automatically determined depending on the current

regulatory domain (i.e. country of operation).

Note that the radio channel is specified using the IEEE 802.11a standard. For example, channel 48 is the equivalent of 5.240 GHz. The formula below shows how the channel number is derived:

Channel Number = Channel Frequency (in MHz) – 5000 MHz

5 MHz

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8. Click Update to commit the changes.

Change other settings at this time. Refer to Appendix A for more information about each configuration option.

9. After all configuration changes are complete, reboot the AP to enable them. To reboot the AP, click on the REBOOT AP button that appears.

Command-Line Interface

The following procedures show the steps required to configure the AP SSID and channel frequency (where allowed) using the command-line (CLI) interface and Telnet.

After the AP boots and the operating system software loads, use Telnet to access the AP through the default AP IP address as follows:

1. Select Start > Run from the Microsoft Win2K tool bar.

2. Type cmd in the Open dialog box and click OK.

3. In the command line prompt, type telnet 192.168.1.20 and press the Enter key.

4. When prompted, enter the following information to log in:

Username: Admin (case sensitive)

Password: 5up

5. Press Enter to complete the login process. The Atheros Access Point Software revision prompt appears:

Atheros Access Point Rev. X.Y.Z

6. Use the set ssid <SSID> command to specify the SSID.

7. Use the set channel <channel> command to change the radio channel.

8. Use the reboot command and then press Enter, which reboots the AP, to enable any changes.

9. To view CLI command options, use the help command or refer to

Appendix B for details about CLI options.

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AP Web Server

Configure the access point (AP) either through a web browser interface to the AP web server, or using the command-line interface (CLI) through telnet. The web server resides in the AP and is accessible from any station (STA) that is connected to the AP Infrastructure network.

This appendix describes configuring the AP through the AP Web Server.

Accessing the AP Web Server

Follow these steps to access the AP Web Server:

1. Launch a web browser (Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer are

examples of commonly used web browsers).

2. From the HPC, enter the IP address that is assigned to the AP as the URL

address. For example, enter http://192.168.1.1.

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The Access Point Web Server homepage appears (see Figure A-1).

Figure A-1. AP Web Server Homepage

Customize the appearance of the Access Point Web Server homepage by replacing any of the three .GIF files used on the page. Use FTP to store the replacement .GIF files to the AP. Ta bl e A- 1 summarizes the three .GIF files to replace to customize the homepage.

Table A-1. Homepage .GIF Files

Filename Description

logo.gif Replaces the current Atheros logo with another .GIF

file.

tagline.gif Replaces the tagline “Driving the wireless future” with

a new tagline.

cover.jpe Replaces the Atheros AR5001AP chipset photograph

with a new photograph.

For example, the .GIF file containing the full path filename for a company logo can be replaced with another .GIF file.

3. Select the Atheros Access Point Web Server hotlink.

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4. A dialog box appears requesting login authorization. When prompted,

enter the following information to log in:

Password: 5up

5. Click OK to complete the login process.

NOTE: The web browser must support frames and Java script must be enabled.

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The Access Point Web Server 5 GHz Statistics window appears (see Figure A-2.)

Figure A-2. 5 GHz Statistics Window

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Configuration Windows

The Web Server Configuration windows allow viewing and editing of configuration information for the AP. The Web Server provides configuration windows for:

■ System configuration parameters

■ 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz radio configuration parameters

■ 5 GHz/2.4 GHz statistics

■ Security

■ Configuration scripts

■ Firmware updates

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To access any of these AP configuration screens, click on the desired hotlink from the navigation bar on any configuration screen (see Figure A-3.)

Figure A-3. AP Web Server Navigation Bar

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Working with Configuration Windows

The Web Server Configuration windows provide a user-friendly interface to aid in quick configuration of the AP. After making any additions or changes to any configuration window, update the configuration file to save the changes. The new configuration is not in effect until the AP is rebooted.

Follow these steps to update configuration files:

1. Enter the configuration updates or changes in the appropriate configuration fields.

2. Click Update.

3. Click Reboot AP to make the changes effective.

The web server loses connectivity with the Web Server as the AP reboots.

To reestablish the connection with the Web Server, wait until the AP has completed rebooting and navigate to the Web Server to resume communication.

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System Configuration Window

The System Configuration window allows the setting of general operating information for the AP. Click on Configuration from any window to access the System Configuration window (see Figure A-4).

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Figure A-4. AP System Configuration Window

Other settings can also be changed at this time.

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Table A-2 summarizes the data fields on the System Configuration window.

Table A-2. System Configuration Window Field Descriptions

General Configuration Field Description

User Name Specifies the user name.

Password Specifies the password.

System Name Specifies a unique name for AP. Enter a unique text

string of up to 32 characters in length.

Enable Telnet Use the checkbox to allow telneting into the AP.

Country Specifies the country where the AP is operating. Use

the drop-down menu to specify the country where the equipment will operate from. The allowable choices may be limited by firmware installed on your version of the product depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation.

IP Address Specifies the IP address of the AP.

Subnet Mask Specifies the subnet mask for the AP.

Default Gateway Address Specifies the default gateway for the AP.

5 GHz Radio Use the radio buttons to enable/disable 5 GHz radio

operation.

2.4 GHz Radio Use the radio buttons to enable/disable 2.4 GHz radio operation.

Edit 5 GHz Radio Settings Click this button to edit the configuration for 5 GHz

Edit 2.4 GHz Radio Settings Click this button to edit the configuration for 2.4

radio operation (refer to “5 GHz Radio

Configuration Window” on page A-9).

GHz radio operation. (refer to“2.4 GHz Radio

Configuration Window” on page A-21).

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5 GHz Radio Configuration Window

The 5 GHz Radio Configuration window allows the setting of generic 5 GHz radio operating information for the AP. The device’s firmware may limit the allowable settings depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation. From the AP System Configuration window, click on Edit 5 GHz Radio Settings to access the 5 GHz Radio Configuration window (see Figure A-5).

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Figure A-5. 5 GHz Radio Configuration Window

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Table A-3 summarizes the data fields on the 5 GHz Radio Configuration

window.

Table A-3. 5 GHz Radio Configuration Window Field Descriptions

General Configuration Field Description

SSID Identification of the AP. Enter a number or address

between 1 and 32 characters in length that the STAs are associating with in Infrastructure mode. More than one AP in an SSID can be specified here. Use the System Name field to uniquely identify each AP.

Suppress SSID Use the checkbox to prevent broadcast of the AP’s

SSID in beacons. When enabled, the SSID in beacons are not transmitted and only those STAs with prior knowledge of an AP’s SSID can associate with that AP.

Wireless Mode The wireless LAN mode specifies both frequency

range and data rates.

Radio Frequency (MHz) Select the desired frequency of operation from the

drop-down menu, or choose SmartSelect.

The radio frequencies that appear in the Radio Channel drop-down menu are dependent on the firmware loaded on your version of the Access Point and may be limited depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation.

Select “SmartSelect” to automatically search through

the frequency list to find and use a less congested channel.

Edit Security Settings Click here to edit the security configuration for 5

Advanced Settings Click here to enter advanced configuration for 5

GHz radio operation.

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5GHz Security Configuration Window

The 5 GHz Radio Security Configuration window allows the setting of security information for the AP for 5 GHz operation. From the 5 GHz Radio Configuration window, click on Edit Security Settings to access the 5 GHz Security Configuration window (see Figure A-6).

Appendix

Figure A-6. AP 5 GHZ Security Configuration Window

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Table A-4 summarizes the data fields on the 5 GHz Security Configuration

window.

Table A-4. 5 GHz Security Field Descriptions

Security Configuration Field Description

Security Mode Use the radio buttons to specify the security mode.

Security Server Click Edit Security Server Settings to change the

configuration of the security server.

Key Entry Method Use the radio buttons to specify the key entry method

as either hexadecimal or ASCII.

Default Shared Key Use the radio button to specify which encryption key to

use as the default shared key.

Encryption Key Specifies the encryption key used for broadcast/

multicast frames.

Key Length Specifies the key length:

■ None

■ 10 Hex digits or 5 ASCII text

■ 26 Hex digits or 13 ASCII text

■ 32 Hex digits or 16 ASCII text

Edit ACL Settings Click here to edit the configuration of the ACL

operation for 5 GHz.

Access Control List Specifies the state of the Access Control List (ACL). Use

the drop-down menu to specify the state of ACL,

where:

■ Disable—Unrestricted Access: By default, while

checking of the ACL is enabled, the access control

list itself is empty. This is the same as disabling the checking on the ACL.

■ Enable—Restricted Access: An ACL entry must

exist before ACL can be enabled. While ACL is enabled, stations with valid shared keys and stations with matching “allow” entries on the ACL are authenticated.

■ Strict—Restricted (w/ACL match): Requires an

ACL entry that specifies the station's assigned unique key or the station is denied association. In the strict mode, stations with valid share keys and not on the ACL are not authenticated. The stations must have unique keys defined and matching “allow” ACL entries specified, in order to associate with the AP.

Edit Security Server Settings

The RADIUS Server Configuration window allows configuration of a RADIUS server for authentication purposes in 802.1X networks. See

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Figure A-7 for an illustration of the 5 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration

window.

Figure A-7. 5 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Window

Table A-5 summarizes the data fields on the RADIUS Server Configuration

window.

Table A-5. RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions

Security Configuration Field Description

Domain Name Server IP Address

Domain Name Server Specifies the name of the domain name server.

RADIUS Server Specifies the IP address of the RADIUS server.

RADIUS Port Specifies the port of the RADIUS server.

RADIUS Secret Specifies the password for the RADIUS server.

RADIUS Key Source Specifies the location of the RADIUS keys.

Specifies the IP address of the domain name server.

Use the “local” checkbox to specify the RADIUS keys are located in the AP.

Use the “remote” checkbox to specify the RADIUS keys are located in the RADIUS server.

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5 GHz 802.1X Configuration

The IEEE 802.1X protocol is designed to support port-based authentication and secure key distribution. It can be used to distribute unique encryption keys for an entire BSS. Atheros provides support for this protocol on both the AP and the STA.

To enable 802.1X on the AP, take the following steps on the 5 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration window:

1. Specify the domain name server IP address.

2. Specify the name of the domain server.

3. Specify a RADIUS Server name.

4. Specify a RADIUS Server secret.

5. Specify the location of the 5 GHz Key Source as Remote.

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5 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window

The 5 GHz Radio Configuration window allows the setting of security information for the AP. From the 5 GHz Security Configuration window, click on Edit ACL Settings to access the 5 GHz ACL Configuration window (see

Figure A-8).

Appendix

Figure A-8. 5 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window

Click Delete to remove any list item.

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Adding New Access Control Lists

The 5 GHz Security New ACL Configuration window allows you to add new access control list item. From the 5 GHz ACL Configuration window, click Add to list to enter new list items (see Figure A-9).

Figure A-9. 5 GHz New Access Control List Configuration Window

Table A-6 summaries the data fields on the New ACL Configuration window.

Table A-6. 5 GHz New Access Control List Field Descriptions

Per Station Privacy Field Description

MAC Address Specifies the MAC address for the STA to be included

ACL Type Specifies the current state of each STA, where:

Unique Key Enter a unique key.

in the ACL.

■ Allowed—Enable access for this MAC address to

the ACL.

■ Denied—Deny access for this MAC address to the

ACL.

■ Default Shared Key—This MAC address would use

the default shared key.

■ 64/128/152 Bits—Specifies lengths for shared keys.

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Follow these steps to add new items to the Access Control List:

1. Specify the ACL type from the drop-down menu.

The Access Control List (ACL) allows an administrator to perform security actions based on the client station MAC address. Use this selection to allow or deny association with the AP and for unique per station WEP key assignment.

2. Enter the MAC address for the STA to be included on the access list.

3. Enter a unique key for the new list item.

4. Click Add to List.

Once entered in the ACL Control List, click on Delete to remove any configured STA from the access list.

Click Update to save changes.

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Adding Access Control List Permissions

The 5 GHz ACL Configuration window allows you to add permission for each list item. From the 5 GHz ACL Configuration window, click on a MAC address in the list to view the 5 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration window (see Figure A-10).

Figure A-10. 5 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration Window

Table A-7 summaries the data fields on the 5 GHz Security Edit ACL window

Table A-7. 5 GHz Edit Access Control List Field Descriptions

Per Station Privacy Field Description

Permission Specifies the current state of each STA, where:

■ Allowed—Enable access for this MAC address to

the ACL.

■ Denied—Deny access for this MAC address to the

ACL.

■ Default Shared Key—This MAC address would use

the default shared key.

■ 64/128/152 Bits—Specifies lengths for shared keys

Unique Key Enter a unique key.

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5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window

The 5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window allows the setting of 5 GHz advanced, radio operating information for the AP. From the 5 GHz Radio Configuration window, click on Advanced to access the 5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window (see Figure A-11).

Appendix

Figure A-11. 5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window

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Appendix

Table A-8 summarizes the data fields on the 5 GHz Radio Advanced

Configuration window.

Table A-8. 5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window Field Descriptions

Advanced Configuration Field Description

Data Rate Specifies rate of data transmission. Select the

desired rate from the drop-down menu. The Best selection will adapt the rate to the best available.

Beacon Interval Specifies the Beacon Interval value. Enter a

value between 20 and 1000.

Data Beacon Rate Specifies the Data Beacon Rate. Enter a value

between 1 and 16384 that specifies the Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM).

Fragment Length Specifies the fragment length. Enter a value

between 256 and 2346.

RTS/CTS Threshold Specifies the value of the RTS/CTS threshold.

Enter a value between 256 and 2346.

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2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window

The 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window allows the setting of generic 2.4 GHz radio operating information for the AP. The Device’s firmware may limit the allowable settings depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation. From the AP System Configuration window, click on Edit 2.4 GHz Radio Settings to access the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window (see

Figure A-12).

Appendix

Figure A-12. 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window

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Table A-9 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration

window.

Table A-9. 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window Field Descriptions

General Configuration Field Description

SSID Identification of the AP. Enter a number or address

Suppress SSID Use the checkbox to prevent broadcast of the AP’s

SSID in beacons. When enabled, the SSID in beacons are not transmitted and only those STAs with prior knowledge of an AP’s SSID can associate with that AP.

Wireless Mode The wireless LAN mode specifies both frequency

range and data rates. Firmware loaded on your version of the Access Point may limit channel setting depending on the Regulatory Domain (country) of operation

Security: Edit Security Settings Click here to edit the security configuration for 2.4

GHz radio operation (refer to “Edit Security Server

Settings” on page A-12).

Advanced Settings Click here to enter advanced configuration for 2.4

GHz radio operation (refer to “2.4 GHz Radio

Advanced Configuration Window” on page A-30).

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2.4 GHz Security Configuration Window

The 2.4 GHz Radio Security Configuration window allows the setting of security information for the AP for 5 GHz operation. From the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window, click on Edit Security Settings to access the 2.4 GHz Security Configuration window (see Figure A-13).

Appendix

Figure A-13. 2.4 GHZ Security Configuration Window

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Table A-1 0 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Security Configuration

window.

Table A-10. 2.4 GHz Security Field Descriptions

Security Configuration Field Description

Security Mode Use the radio buttons to specify the security mode.

Security Server Click Edit Security Server Settings to change the

configuration of the security server.

Key Entry Method Use the radio buttons to specify the key entry method

as either hexadecimal or ASCII.

Default Shared Key Use the radio button to specify which encryption key to

use as the default shared key.

Encryption Key Specifies the encryption key used for broadcast/

multicast frames.

Key Length Specifies the key length:

■ None

■ 10 Hex digits or 5 ASCII text

■ 26 Hex digits or 13 ASCII text

■ 32 Hex digits or 16 ASCII text

Access Control List Specifies the state of the Access Control List (ACL). Use

the drop-down menu to specify the state of ACL, where:

■ Disable—Unrestricted Access: By default, while

checking of the ACL is enabled, the access control

list itself is empty. This is the same as disabling the checking on the ACL.

Edit ACL Settings Click here to edit the configuration of the ACL

■ Enable—Restricted Access: An ACL entry must

exist before ACL can be enabled. While ACL is enabled, stations with valid shared keys and stations with matching “allow” entries on the ACL are authenticated.

■ Strict—Restricted (w/ACL match): Requires an

operation for 2.4 GHz (refer to “2.4 GHz Access Control

List Configuration Window” on page A-27).

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Edit Security Server Settings

The RADIUS Server Configuration window allows configuration of a RADIUS server for authentication purposes in 802.1X networks. See

Figure A-14 for an illustration of the RADIUS Server Configuration window.

Appendix

Figure A-14. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Window

Table A-11 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server

Configuration window.

Table A-11. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions

Security Configuration Field Description

Domain Name Server IP Address

Domain Name Server Specifies the name of the domain name server.

RADIUS Server Specifies the IP address of the RADIUS server.

RADIUS Port Specifies the port of the RADIUS server.

Specifies the IP address of the domain name server.

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Table A-11. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions

Security Configuration Field Description

RADIUS Secret Specifies the password for the RADIUS server.

RADIUS Key Source Specifies the location of the RADIUS keys.

2.4 GHz 802.1X Configuration

To enable 802.1X on the AP, take the following steps on the 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration window:

Use the “local” checkbox to specify the RADIUS keys are located in the AP.

Use the “remote” checkbox to specify the RADIUS keys are located in the RADIUS server.

1. Specify the domain name server IP address.

2. Specify the name of the domain server.

3. Specify a RADIUS Server name.

4. Specify a RADIUS Server secret.

5. Specify the location of the 2.4 GHz Key Source as Remote.

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2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window

The 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window allows the setting of security information for the AP. From the 2.4 GHz Security Configuration window, click on Edit ACL Settings to access the 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window (see Figure A-15).

Appendix

Figure A-15. 2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window

Click Delete to remove any list item.

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Adding New Access Control Lists

The 2.4 GHz Security New ACL Configuration window allows you to add new access control list item. From the 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window, click Add to list to enter new list items (see Figure A-16).

Figure A-16. 2.4 GHz New Access Control List Configuration Window

Table A-1 2 summaries the data fields on the 2.4 GHz New Access Control List

window

Table A-12. 2.4 GHz New Access Control List Field Descriptions

Per Station Privacy Field Description

MAC Address Specifies the MAC address for the STA to be included

ACL Type Specifies the current state of each STA, where:

Unique Key Enter a unique key.

in the ACL.

■ Allowed—Enable access for this MAC address to

the ACL.

■ Denied—Deny access for this MAC address to the

ACL.

■ Default Shared Key—This MAC address would use

the default shared key.

■ 64/128/152 Bits—Specifies lengths for shared keys.

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Adding Access Control List Permissions

The 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window allows you to add permission for each list item. From the 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window, click on a MAC address in the list to view the 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration window (see Figure A-17).

Appendix

Figure A-17. 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration Window

Table A-1 3 summaries the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL

Configuration window.

Table A-13. 2.4 GHz Security Edit Access Control List Field Descriptions

Per Station Privacy Field Description

Permission Specifies the current state of each STA, where:

■ Allowed—Enable access for this MAC address to the ACL.

■ Denied—Deny access for this MAC address to the ACL.

■ Default Shared Key—This MAC address would use the default shared key.

■ 64/128/152 Bits—Specifies lengths for shared keys

Unique Key Enter a unique key.

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2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window

The 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window allows the setting of 2.4 GHz advanced, radio operating information for the AP. Device’s firmware may limit allowable settings depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation. From the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window, click on Advanced to access the 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window (see

Figure A-18).

Figure A-18. 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window

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Table A-1 4 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced

Configuration window.

Table A-14. 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window Field Descriptions

Advanced Configuration Field Description

Data Rate Specifies rate of data transmission. Select the

desired rate from the drop-down menu. The Best selection will adapt the rate to the best available.

Beacon Interval Specifies the Beacon Interval value. Enter a

value between 20 and 1000.

Data Beacon Rate Specifies the Data Beacon Rate. Enter a value

between 1 and 16384 that specifies the Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM).

Fragment Length Specifies the fragment length. Enter a value

between 256 and 2346.

RTS/CTS Threshold Specifies the value of the RTS/CTS threshold.

Enter a value between 256 and 2346.

Short Preamble Use the radio button to specify short preamble

(11b) usage. When enabled, both short and long preambles are used. When disabled, only long preambles are used.

Allow 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps Stations Only

Protection Mode Specifies the operation of CTS protection mode:

Protection Rate Specifies the operation of CTS protection rate:

Protection Type Specifies the operation of CTS protection type:

Short Slot Time Use the radio button to specify short time shot

Use the radio button to enable or disable the

association of 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps station only.

■ None

■ Always

■ Auto

■ 1 Mbps

■ 2 Mbps

■ 5.5 Mbps

■ 11 M b ps

■ CTS only

■ RTS-CTS

usage.

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Script Configuration Window

The Script Configuration window allows execution of text scripts of CLI commands. For example, construction of a text script to enter the shared keys for stations. All set commands can be used in scripts, except set security, set password, find bss, ftp, password, and ping.

Figure A-19 illustrates an example of an AP Script Configuration Window.

Figure A-19. Configuration Script Configuration Window

Follow these steps to use scripts:

1. Develop the scripts for the application.

2. Enter the host name where the script resides.

3. Enter the user name and password for the host.

4. Specify the script path and the script name in the data entry fields in the Configuration Script window.

5. Click Execute to run the script.

To revert to the previous configuration, click Restore.

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Firmware Update Configuration Window

The Firmware Update Basic Configuration window allows viewing of the FTP location of new firmware. The default values for the Host Name, Image Path, and Image Name appear in the window.

To access the Firmware Update window, click on Firmware Update in the navigation bar. The Firmware Update Configuration Window appears (see Figure A-20).

Appendix

Figure A-20. AP Firmware Update Configuration Window

The AP uses the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) to download the Operating image from the HPC. An FTP server utility is required to perform the data transfer between the AP and HPC.

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Follow these steps to enable firmware updates:

1. From the Firmware Update Basic window, click on Advanced.

The AP Firmware Update Advanced Configuration window appears (see Figure A-21).

Figure A-21. Advanced Firmware Update Configuration Window

The Firmware Update Advanced Configuration window allows the setting of new information on the FTP location of new firmware or

filename of the firmware.

2. Enter the Host Name or host PC’s IP address, User Name, Password, Image Path, and Image Name in the data-entry fields.

To revert to the default-vendor values, click Use Factory FTP Location.

3. Click Update Firmware to store the new firmware changes.

To restore the previous firmware, click Restore.

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Statistics Windows

From the AP Web Server, choose the Statistics hyperlink to go to the Access Point Statistics window. By default, this is the first window that appears once the AP Web Server opens.

The AP Statistics window allows viewing of the assigned ID, MAC address, and current state of the AP and all stations currently part of its BBS (Basic Service Set). The top-level Statistics window automatically updates each minute.

AP Statistics

To view statistics on the AP, click on the MAC address hyperlink for the desired AP in the Statistics window. The BSS Stats window for the selected AP will appear. See Figure A-22 for an example of a BSS Stats window for an AP.

Appendix

Figure A-22. Basic Service Set Statistics Window for an AP

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The BSS Stats window for AP is divided into sections that provide the AP configuration, Access Point SME statistics (station association information), or Access Point (Transmit and Receive) Statistics. Refer to Tab le A -1 5 for a description of the BSS Statistics for AP window fields.

Table A-15. BSS Stats Field for AP Descriptions

BSS Stats Field Description

State Current state of the AP.

Authentication Type Specifies open-system or shared key.

Encryption Specifies the enabled state of encryption; either yes

or no.

Cipher Advertised Specifies current state of advertised cipher

negotiations, AES and/or WEP, and None (clear).

Authentication/Deauthentication Number of times a STA attempted authentication

and deauthentication.

Association/Deassociation Number of times a STA attempted associations and

deassociations.

MSDU Maximum Service Data Unit. Specifies the number

of packets sent and received by the AP.

Data/Management/Control Packets can either be data, control, or management.

Specifies the number of packets sent and received for each.

Multicast Specifies the number of multicast packets both sent

Errors Specifies the error count for both transmit and

Receive Errors Specifies the number of receive errors.

Discarded Frames Specifies the number of receive discarded frames.

Duplicate Frames Specifies the number of receive duplicate frames.

CRC Errors Specifies the number of receive CRC errors.

PHY Errors Specifies the number of receive PHY errors.

DMA Errors Specifies the number of receive DMA errors.

Transmit Errors Specifies the number of transmit errors.

Discarded Frames Specifies the number of transmit discarded frames.

Excessive Retries Specifies the number of transmit excessive retries.

DMA Errors Specifies the number of transmit DMA errors.

and received.

receive.

The AP Stats window automatically updates every five seconds.

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Station Statistics

To view statistics on any STA, click on the MAC address hyperlink for the desired STA. The BSS Stats window for the selected STA will appear. See

Figure A-23 for an example BSS Stats window for a station.

Appendix

Figure A-23. Basic Service Set Statistics Window for Station

The BSS Stats window for stations provides the station configuration and statistics for the selected station.

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Table A-1 6 summarizes the information fields on the BSS Stats window for

aSTA.

Table A-16. BSS Stats Fields for STA Descriptions

BSS Stats Window for STA Field Description

AID The ID of the STA.

State The current state of the STA

Power Save Specifies the enabled state of the power save option;

either yes or no.

Encryption Specifies current state of encryption; AES and/or

WEP, and None (clear).

Advertised Cipher Specifies the supported cipher types.

Unicast Cipher Specifies the current unicast cipher type used.

Multicast Cipher Specifies the current multicast cipher type used.

Authentication/Deauthentication Number of times a STA attempted authentication and

deauthentication.

Association/Deassociation Number of times a STA attempted associations and

deassociations.

MSDU Maximum Service Data Unit. Specifies the number of

packets sent and received by the STA.

Data/Management/Control Packets can either be data, control, or management.

Specifies the number of packets sent and received for each.

Multicast Specifies the number of multicast frames.

Errors Specifies the error count for both transmit and receive

Signal Strength Specifies the strength of the transmit and receive

Data Rate (Mbps) Specifies the transmit and receive data rate in Mbps.

Receive Errors Specifies the number of receive errors.

Discarded Frames Specifies the number of receive discarded frames.

Duplicate Frames Specifies the number of receive duplicate frames.

CRC Errors Specifies the number of receive CRC errors.

PHY Errors Specifies the number of receive PHY errors.

DMA Errors Specifies the number of receive DMA errors.

Transmit Errors Specifies the number of transmit errors.

Discarded Frames Specifies the number of transmit discarded frames.

Excessive Retries Specifies the number of transmit excessive retries.

DMA Errors Specifies the number of transmit DMA errors.

sides.

signals in dBm.

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Regulatory Compliance

Information

This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.

NOTE: The Atheros Access Point firmware limits operation to only the channels

allowed in a particular Region or Country (i.e. Regulatory Domain). Therefore, all options described in this user’s guide may not be available in your version of the device.

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FCC Requirements for Operation in the Unites States

Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. The FCC requires this product to be used only indoors to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars may use the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz or 5.65 to 5.85 GHz frequency ranges in your area. Such radar stations can cause interference or damage to this device.

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 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 methods:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

• Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit

different from that which the radio receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by Atheros Communication, could void the user ’s right to operate the equipment.

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RF Exposure

CAUTION: To ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna

used for this device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter.

Declaration Of Conformity

We Atheros Communications, Inc.,

529 Almanor Ave.,Sunnyvale,CA 94085

declare under our sole responsibility this product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

Appendix

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Atheros AR5BAP-00032 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

Preface

About this Document

Introduction

System Requirements

AP Network Connections

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Network Configuration

AP Hardware Configuration

AP Initial Configuration

Web Browser

Command-Line Interface

AP Web Server

Accessing the AP Web Server

Configuration Windows

Working with Configuration Windows

System Configuration Window

5 GHz Radio Configuration Window

5GHz Security Configuration Window

5 GHz 802.1X Configuration

5 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window

Adding Access Control List Permissions

5 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window

2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window

2.4 GHz Security Configuration Window

2.4 GHz 802.1X Configuration

2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window

Adding Access Control List Permissions

2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window

Script Configuration Window

Firmware Update Configuration Window

Statistics Windows

AP Statistics

Station Statistics

FCC Requirements for Operation in the Unites States

Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions

RF Exposure

Declaration Of Conformity