CNet CNAP-711 User Manual
11Mbps Wireless LAN Access Point
CNAP-711 USER GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................5
1.1 The 11Mbps Wireless Access Point.....................................................................5
1.2 Features.............................................................................................................. 5
2 PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................................................................................................6
3 ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION.................................................................................7
3.1 Hardware installation...........................................................................................7
3.2 Software installation............................................................................................7
3.3 Configuring the Access Point...............................................................................9
3.3.1 Connecting to the AP....................................................................................9
3.3.2 FIND AP.....................................................................................................10
3.3.3 Connect AP................................................................................................10
3.4 Configuration.....................................................................................................12
3.4.1 Change Password......................................................................................15
3.4.2 Encryption (WEP).......................................................................................15
3.4.3 Configure “Advance” (Expert setting).........................................................19
APPENDIX:............................................................................................................................23
GLOSSARY............................................................................................................................24
4 SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................26
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INFORMATION TO USER
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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 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.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables
when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Regulatory
The wireless LAN ACCess Point must be installed and used in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety
standards.
USA - Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
Europe - R&TTE Directive
This device complies with the specifications listed below:
•ETS 300-826 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
•ETS 300-328 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
•EN60950 Safety requirements for Radio equipment.
EU Countries not intended for use
The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria, Belgium,
Denmark, Finland, France (with Frequency channel restrictions). Germany, Greece, Ireland,
Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom.
The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states Iceland,
Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
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1 Introduction
1.1 The 11Mbps Wireless Access Point
The 11Mbps WLAN Access Point is a long-range, high performance LAN product, which
provides Access Point services to a 2.4 GHz RF network and bridges to an Ethernet backbone.
This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over
wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling.) Just install enough
wireless access points, plug WLAN card into User notebook or WLAN adapter into User
desktop PC, and start networking.
Using this device in conjunction with WLAN cards or adapters, User can create an instant
network that integrates seamlessly with 10Mbps Ethernet LANs. Moreover, moving or
expanding User network is as easy as moving or installing additional access points - no wire!
1.2 Features
•IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence spread spectrum high rate compatible.
•High data rate 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps.
•WEP encryption/decryption is accomplished on the fly.
•Fragmentation and Reassembly.
•Wired Equivalent Privacy Algorithm (WEP) (64 bits/128 bits)
•Power Management.
•Passive/Active scan. Long/Short preamble.
•RTS/CTS handshake.
•Duplicate Detection and Recovery.
•Authentication Algorithm (Open System, Shared Key).
•Dual external antennas supporting diversity.
•Easy installation.
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2 Package Contents
•One Access Point.
•One setup Utility CD-ROM( User Guide on CD).
•One power adapter.
•Quick Installation Guide.
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3 Access Point Configuration
3.1 Hardware installation
Connect the LAN RJ45 port of the Access Point (AP) to a PC, Notebook or User existing
network (using Ethernet Cat. 5 cable) and connect the DC power adaptor to the AP.
Note: To configure the AP, User can use either the wired Ethernet connection or a Wireless
LAN device.
3.2 Software installation
Insert the setup CD into the CD-ROM drive of the PC or Notebook used for configuration.
There are two methods to install the AP utility software:
(a). Auto run: an auto run program will display on the screen. Click “Install Software”
(b). Alternately, please click “start\run\D:\AP\utility\setup.exe (D:\ is the default letter for the
CD-ROM drive). The InstallShield Wizard will guide User through the installation in the
following menu sequence:
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Click “Next”.
Choose the default installation file path and click “Next” or click “Change” to select a
different location.
Click “Install”
Click “Finish” to complete the Software installation.
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