GemTek Technology AP990624M User Manual

Data Sheet

Cisco VEN401 plus VEN402 Wireless Bridge Solution
Optimized for Video

Highlights

• Adds Wireless-N network connectivity between any Game Consoles, Digital
Video Recorders (DVRs), and Digital Media Adapters (DMAs) and the
customers Broadband Residential Gateway

• Complies with IEEE 802.11n draft 2.0 (5 GHz) standards

• Wi-Fi certified to ensure interoperability

• Industrial-strength wireless encryption WPA2™ to ensure security

• Easy-to-use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for fast, simple and secured setup

• The VEN401 Access Point provides multiple SSIDs to VLAN pairings so that
parents can control the content that a TV has access to

• Equipped with one 10/100 Base-T auto-crossover (MDI/MDI-X) port

• Works without drivers on Windows®-, Macintosh®-, Linux®-based
devices— it just needs an Ethernet port to connect with!

• The VEN401 (Access Point) plus VEN402 (Client) are available as a pre­configured bundle and packaged together

Optimized for Video

Cisco’s VEN401 plus VEN402 Wireless Video Bridge solution is optimized for
connecting Video devices within the Connected Home without the need for wires.
Users are now free to place their Televisions and video devices most anywhere in
the home that compliments their lifestyle and living environment. The small form
factor and unique design of the VEN401 plus VEN402 provides a stylish solution
without the need to pull wires through walls or along the floor board. By pairing
the two devices in the 5GHz band, the video stream is able to pass between the
two devices at a frequency that is minimally used by any other devices. It’s also
ideal for wirelessly sharing music, photos, movies, and other files around the
home.

Since the Wireless Video Bridge solution is based on IEEE802.11n standards­based Wi-Fi technology, it can pair with other video products that support the
same Wi-Fi standard. Additionally, the VEN401 plus VEN402 pair can also be
used to connect digital video recorders, set-top boxes or computers to your
Wireless-N network. One can replace their wired-Ethernet connections for
printers, scanners, cameras, storage devices, notebooks or desktop computers to
wireless connections or add the devices wirelessly to their existing network.

Cisco’s VEN401 plus VEN402 Wireless Video Bridge solution works with any
platform and under any operating system. Through use of the Wi-Fi Protected

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Data Sheet

Setup™ secure connections are created with a simple push of a button.
Additionally, the connection is protected with encrypted, industrial-strength Wi-Fi
Protected Access (WPA) security to ensure that ones personal content is protected
from unauthorized access methods. Each Wireless Video Bridge bundle is pre­configured at the factory with a unique set of Wi-Fi Security settings including,
SSID, WPA2 Pre-Shared Key and WPS Pin. This unique framework provides a
positive, Zero-Touch, out-of –the-box experience for the customer and avoids the
need for manual configuration.

For the Service Provider, the VEN401 plus VEN402 Wireless Video Bridge
solution can be remotely managed, provisioned and have its in-service software
upgraded using TR-069 and TR-111. For mass deployments, provisioning with a
secure profile saves time and expense when globally updating configurations.
Cisco understands that security is fundamental for a solid, carrier-grade service.
The platform supports secure, methods for remote communication, provisioning
and servicing.

To facilitate in-home customization and troubleshooting the VEN401 plus
VEN402 Wireless Video Bridge solution includes a browser-based user interface.
The browser-based user interface allows customers to customize their WiFi
security and access other configurable features. In addition, the LED status
indicators on the front panel provide an informative and easy-to-understand
display that indicates status and real-time data transmission activity. The LED
indicators include:

• Power

• Ethernet

• Wireless

• WPS

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Figure 1. VEN401 Wireless Access Point

Data Sheet

Figure 2. VEN402 Wireless Client VEN402 Wireless Client

Table 1. Hardware Features Table 1. Hardware Features

Feature Description

Processor Broadcom 4717 (enhanced)

Memory 8 Mb Flash, 32 Mb DRAM DDR2

Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11n 5GHz Draft 2.0

Wi-Fi Antenna 2x3 PiFa and Internal Omni Directional antenna’s

Ethernet Interfaces 1x 10/100 Base-T Ethernet

Industrial Design Custom ID with added option for Optical Interface and Fiber splice tray

Table 2. Front Panel Features

Feature Description

Controls WPS WiFi Security

Indicators Power, Ethernet, Wireless, WPS

Table 3. Back Panel Features

Feature Description

Power External 12 VDC Power Supply

Controls Power Switch (On/Off), Reset

Connectors RJ-45 for 10/100 Base-T Ethernet

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