Hawking Technology HWUR54G User Manual
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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.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Hawking Technology guarantees that every HWUR54G Wireless-G Range Extender is free
from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for two (2) years
from the date of purchase. If the product proves defective during this two-year warranty
period, call Hawking Customer Service in order to obtain a Return Authorization number.
Warranty is for repair or replacement only. Hawking Technology does not issue any
refunds. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE. RETURN REQUESTS CAN
NOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark
the Return Authorization number clearly on the outside of the package and include your
original proof of purchase.
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THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
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FCC WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the regulations 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 when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this user’s guide, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
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Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ……………………………………. 3
1.1 Package Contents……………………………… 5
1.2 Features………………………………………... 5
1.3 Specifications…………………………………... 5
1.4 Physical Description…………………………… 7
Chapter 2: Plan Your Wireless Network…………………… 9
Chapter 3: Connecting the Range Extender……………….. 11
Chapter 4: Configuring the Range Extender ……………… 12
4.2 Selecting the Device………….…………….. 13
4.3 Assign An IP Address……….…………….. 14
4.4 Details and Status…………….……………. 15
4.5 Setup Menu…………………….……………16
4.6 Security……………………….…………….. 18
4.7 Admin………………………….…………… 19
4.8 Access Filter………………….…………….. 20
4.1 Setup Wizard……………………….……..... 12
Chapter 5: Status Screen…………………………………….. 22
Chapter 6: Admin Screen……………………………………. 23
Chapter 7: LAN Screen……………………………………….24
Chapter 8: Finding the Right Location………………………26
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting…………………………………..27
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Hawking Technologies Wireless-G Range
Extender. The HWUR54G is compliant with the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless
standards.
The Wireless-G Range Extender is an innovative addition to Hawking’s
Hi-Speed Wireless-G 54Mbps line of wireless 802.11g products. It easily
and effectively doubles the operating range of your wireless network.
Utilizing the latest in wireless silicon technology the HWUR54G features a
plug and play solution for wireless networks that demand a larger operating
distance. Whether it’s a specific bedroom in a home or the warehouse of a
business, the Hawking Range Extender fills the gap in within wireless
networks.
The unique Universal Support Technology allows the Range Extender to
repeat ANY 802.11b or 802.11g wireless signal, regardless of the brand and
make of the product. The HWUR54G solves the compatibility issues that
exist in other brands of wireless repeaters. With the Universal Support
feature, setup of the HWUR54G is simple. All that is required is the name
of your wireless network.
The HWUR54G supports the latest in wireless security. Support for 128-Bit
WEP encryption and WPA ensure that your wireless network will be safe
and secure.
The Range Extender features a detachable antenna for compatibility with
Hawking’s complete line of Hi-Gain Wi-Fi Range Extending Antennas and
devices.
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1.1 Package Contents
The HWUR54G includes the following items:
z One HWUR54G Range Extender
z One Power Adapter
z One Quick Installation Guide
z One Setup CD (Hawking WiFi Locator Software Included)
z One Dipole Antenna
1.2 Features
z Complies with the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards.
z Extends the range of any wireless 802.11b or 802.11g network.
z Universal Support Technology – Works with all 802.11b, 802.11g
wireless networks.
z 1 Minute installation using the included Setup Wizard.
z High speed data rates: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 11, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps
network speeds.
z Auto rate fallback in case of obstacles or interferences.
z Provide 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption security and the latest
WPA Security for protected wireless data transmissions.
z Includes Hawking’s Wireless Hot Spot Locator Software
z Supports Web-based configuration.
1.3 Specifications
z Standards: IEEE 802.11g/b (Wireless), IEEE 802.3 (Wired)
z Data Rate: 54/48/36/24/18/12/11/5.5/2/1Mbps auto fallback
z Security: 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption, WPA
z Frequency Band: 2.400~2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical
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Band)
z Antenna: External detachable dipole antenna (with RP-SMA
connector)
z Connectors: 10/100Mbps RJ-45 x 1
z Power: 12VDC, 0.5A
z Transmit Power: 16dBm (Typical)
z LEDs: Power, LAN Link/Activity, Wireless Activity
z Dimension: 30(H) x 127(W) x 87(D) mm
z Temperature:
Operating: 32~131°F (0~55°C)
Storage: -4~158°F(-20~70°C)
z Humidity: 10-90% (Noncondensing)
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1.4 Physical Description
Front Panel
Located on the HWUR54G’s front panel are LED status lights that inform
you of the unit’s current status. Below is an explanation of each LED.
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Front LED Panel
LED Color Status Description
Power Green Lit Power is supplied.
Off No Power.
Wireless
Green Flash Antenna is transmitting or receiving data.
Activity
Off Antenna is not transmitting or receiving data.
LAN
Green On A valid link is established.
Link/Activity
Flash It is transmitting or receiving data.
Off No link is established.
Back Panel Connectors
1 Antenna Connector
This round connection has a standard Reverse SMA connector where any
Reverse SMA-compatible antenna can be connected to the Access Point.
2 DC Adapter Port
Insert the power jack of the power adapter into this port.
3 LAN Port
The Access Point’s LAN port is where you connect to your network or
local computers.
4 Reset
The Reset button allows you to do one of two things.
1) If problems occur with your Access Point, pressing the reset button
with a pencil tip (for less than 5 seconds) will reboot the device,
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keeping your original configurations intact.
2) If problems continue to persist or you have forgotten your
password, pressing the reset button for more than 5 seconds will
reset the device back to its factory default settings.
(Warning: your original configurations will be replaced with the
factory default settings).
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