NETGEAR WG602V4 User Manual
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v4 Reference Manual
NETGEAR, Inc.
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Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
June 2007
202-10279-01
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Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that
may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice:
Radio Frequency Notice
NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Placement and Range Guidelines
Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11 wireless networks at a maximum range of 500 feet (152.4 m) for 802.11b
devices. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly, based on the
physical placement of the wireless access point.
For best results, identify a location for your wireless access point according to these guidelines:
• Away from potential sources of interference, such as PCs, large metal surfaces, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless
phones.
• In an elevated location such as a high shelf that is near the center of the wireless coverage area for all mobile
devices.
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Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to
the wireless access point.
To meet FCC and other national safety guidelines for RF exposure, the antennas for this device must be installed to
ensure a minimum separation distance of 20cm (7.9 in.) from persons. Further, the antennas shall not be collocated with
other transmitting structures.
FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We N e t g e a r,
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
Tel: +1 408 907 8000
declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s)
NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point (Product Name)
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
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. (Example - use only shielded interface cables
when connecting to computer or peripheral devices)
WG602v4 (Model Designation)
complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions. 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 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.
RF Exposure Warning for North America and Australia
War ning! 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 (8 in) from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter. Installers and end-users must follow the installation instructions
provided in this user guide.
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Radio Frequency Interference Requirements and Regulatory Compliance Information
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to
be used indoors in 2.4 GHz the frequency range to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile
Satellite and Radar systems.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This Class B Digital apparatus (NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point) meets all the requirements of the
Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique del la classe B respect les exigences du Regalement sur le material broilleur du Canada.
This device comples with Class B limits of Industry of Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The device is certified to the requirements of RSS-139-1 and RSS-210 for 2.4 GHz spread spectrum devices. The use of
this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the
system according to the Canadian regulations. For further information, contact your local Industry Canada office.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-17, EN60950Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the
European Community
Èesky [Czech] NETGEAR Inc. tímto prohlašuje, _e tento Radiolan je ve shodě se základními po_adavky
a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radiolan overholder
de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch
[German]
Eesti [Estonian] Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR Inc. seadme Radiolan vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ
English Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential
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Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR Inc., dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit
den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los
requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ
ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ
1999/5/ΕΚ.
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Français
[French]
Italiano [Italian] Con la presente NETGEAR Inc. dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requisiti
Latviski [Latvian] Ar šo NETGEAR Inc. deklarē, ka Radiolan atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām
Lietuviø
[Lithuanian]
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc., jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet essenzjali
Magyar
[Hungarian]
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Slovensko
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Slovensky
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Suomi [Finnish] NETGEAR Inc. vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY
Svenska
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Norsk
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Par la présente NETGEAR Inc. déclare que l'appareil Radiolan est conforme aux
exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Šiuo NETGEAR Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc. dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de
essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ
követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
NETGEAR Inc. declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e
outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi
relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
NETGEAR Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, _e Radiolan spĺňa základné po_iadavky a všetky
príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc.
väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv
1999/5/EG.
Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar
kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende
krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
att denna Radiolan står I överensstämmelse med de
Please go to http://www.NETGEAR.com and use the search feature to find an updated list of wireless accessories
approved to be used with the WG602v4 in the European Community.
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point gemäß der im
BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben
einiger Geräte (z.B. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die
Anmerkungen in der Betriebsanleitung.
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Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point has been suppressed in accordance
with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for
example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please
refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number:
Publication Date:
Product Family:
Product Name:
Home or Business Product:
Language:
Publication Part Number:
WG602v4
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Contents
About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats ..................................................................vii
How to Use This Manual .................................................................................................viii
How to Print this Manual ..................................................................................................viii
Revision History ................................................................................................................ ix
Chapter 1
Introduction
About the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point .................................1-1
Support for Standards ..............................................................................................1-1
Key Features ............................................................................................................1-2
802.11b/g Standards-based Wireless Networking ...................................................1-3
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ...............................................1-3
Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support .......................................................................1-3
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products .........................................................1-3
What’s In the Box? .........................................................................................................1-4
Hardware Description .....................................................................................................1-4
WG602v4 Wireless Access Point Front Panel .........................................................1-5
WG602v4 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel ..........................................................1-6
Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
Placement and Range Guidelines ..................................................................................2-1
System Requirements ....................................................................................................2-2
Basic Setup and Installation ...........................................................................................2-2
Installing the WG602v4 ............................................................................................2-3
Selecting Basic IP Settings Options .........................................................................2-3
Verifying Wireless Connectivity ................................................................................2-8
Deploying the Wireless AP .......................................................................................2-8
Logging Into the WG602v4 .............................................................................................2-9
IP Address Login ......................................................................................................2-9
NetBIOS Name Login .............................................................................................2-10
Wireless Security Options ............................................................................................2-12
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Configuring Wireless Security ................................................................................2-13
Wireless Settings Information Form .......................................................................2-15
Configuring WEP Wireless Security .......................................................................2-16
Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security ...............................................................2-17
Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security .............................................................2-18
Configuring WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security ...........................................2-18
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address .......................................................2-19
Chapter 3
Management
Viewing General Information ..........................................................................................3-1
Viewing a List of Attached Devices .................................................................................3-2
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software .............................................................3-3
Rebooting and Resetting Factory Defaults .....................................................................3-4
Rebooting the Wireless AP ......................................................................................3-5
Restoring Factory Default Settings ..........................................................................3-5
Using the Reset Button to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults ...............................3-5
Changing the Administrator Password ...........................................................................3-6
Chapter 4
Advanced Configuration
Configuring Access Point Modes ....................................................................................4-1
Configuring a WG602v4 as a Point-to-Point Bridge .................................................4-1
Configuring Wireless Multi-Point Bridging ................................................................4-4
Configuring Repeater with Wireless Client Association ...........................................4-7
Client Mode Configuration ......................................................................................4-10
Advanced Wireless Settings .........................................................................................4-14
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................5-1
No lights are lit on the access point. ........................................................................5-1
The Ethernet LAN light is not lit. ...............................................................................5-1
The Wireless LAN activity light is not lit. ..................................................................5-2
I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser. .................................5-2
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. ...........5-2
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error. ..........................................5-3
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings ..........................................5-3
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Appendix A
Default Configuration and Technical Specifications
Default Configuration Settings ....................................................................................... A-1
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. A-2
Appendix B
Related Documents
Index
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About This Manual
The NETGEAR® 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v4 Reference Manual describes how to
install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. The
information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
This reference manual assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet
skills. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial
information is provided in the Appendices and on the Netgear website.
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
• Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic URL links
• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
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Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
• Scope. This manual is written for the Wireless AP according to these specifications:
Product Version NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
Manual Publication Date June 2007
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the
NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents”.
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WG602v4.asp.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons, and , for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page
at a time
• A button that displays the table of contents and an button. Double-click on a
link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the
manual.
• A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
How to Print this Manual
To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs.
• Printing a Page in the HTML View. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is
dedicated to a major topic. Use the Print button on the browser toolbar to print the page
contents.
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– Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top right of any page in the chapter you want to
print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser window.
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Revision History
Part Number
202-10060-04 1.0 April 2007 v4 software (includes Mac cloning when in Client Mode)
Ver sion
Number
Date Description
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter introduces the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. Minimal
prerequisites for installation are presented in “System Requirements” on page 2-2.
About the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
The NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point is the basic building block of a
wireless LAN infrastructure. It provides connectivity between wired Ethernet networks and radioequipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
The WG602v4 provides wireless connectivity to multiple wireless network devices within a fixed
range or area of coverage, interacting with a wireless network interface card (NIC) via an antenna.
Typically, an in-doors access point provides a maximum connectivity area with about a 300 foot
radius. The NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can support a small group of
users in a range of several hundred feet. Most access points are rated for up to 32 users
simultaneously.
The auto-sensing capability of the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point allows
packet transmission at up to 54 Mbps, or at reduced speeds to compensate for distance or
electromagnetic noise interference.
Support for Standards
The following standards and conventions are supported:
• Standards Compliant. The Wireless AP complies with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS).
• WEP support. Support for WEP is included. Both 64-bit and 128-bit keys are supported.
• Full WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK support. WPA and WPA2 enterprise-class strong security
with dynamic encryption key generation and pre-shared key authentication.
• DHCP Client Support. DHCP provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon
request. The WG602v4 can act as a client and obtain information from your DHCP server.
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• NetBIOS and WINS Support. Support for both NetBIOS broadcast and WINS (Windows
Internet Naming Service) allows the WG602v4 to easily fit into your existing Windows
network.
Key Features
The WG602v4 provides solid functionality, including these features:
• Access Point Mode
– Access Point. Operates as a standard 802.11b/g wireless access point.
– Wireless Point-to-Point Bridging. In this mode, the WG602v4 only communicates with
another bridge-mode wireless station.
– Wireless Multi-Point Bridging. In this mode, the WG602v4 acts as the “master” for a
group of bridge-mode wireless stations. The other bridge-mode wireless stations send all
traffic to this “master”, and do not communicate directly with each other.
– Repeater with Wireless Client Association. In this mode, the WG602v4 operates as both
a wireless access point and a wireless bridge.
– Client Mode. In this mode, the WG602v4 operates as a client bridge only, and sends all
traffic to the remote wireless access point or peer device. MAC Cloning can also be
enabled in Client Mode.
• Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily,
using only your Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely.
• Access Control. The Access Control MAC address filtering feature can ensure that only
trusted wireless stations can use the WG602v4 to gain access to your LAN.
• Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support. WMM is a subset of the 802.11e standard. WMM
allows wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the kind of data. Timedependent information, like video or audio, has a higher priority than normal traffic. For
WMM to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WMM. (Not available in
Client Mode.)
• Hidden Mode. The SSID is not broadcast, assuring only clients configured with the correct
SSID can connect.
• Autosensing Ethernet Connection with
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet networks.
• LED Indicators. Power, wired and wireless activity are easily identified.
• Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easy to change.
1-2 Introduction
Auto Uplink Interface. Connects to 10/100 Mbps
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802.11b/g Standards-based Wireless Networking
The NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet
wired LANs and 802.11b/g compatible wireless LAN networks. It provides connectivity between
Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print
servers, and other devices. Additionally, the WG602v4 supports the following wireless features:
• Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK procedure,
retransmission of unacknowledged frames)
• RTS/CTS handshake
• Beacon generation
• Packet fragmentation and reassembly
• Authentication Algorithms (Open System, Shared Key, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK)
• Short or long preamble
• Roaming among access points on the same subnet
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
The WG602v4 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. The LAN interface is autosensing and
capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. The wireless access point incorporates Auto
Uplink
plugged into the port should have a “normal” connection such as to a PC or an “uplink” connection
such as to a switch or hub. That port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This
feature also eliminates any concerns about crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate
either type of cable to make the right connection.
TM
technology. The Ethernet port will automatically sense whether the Ethernet cable
Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support
WMM (Wireless Multimedia) is a subset of the 802.11e standard. WMM allows wireless traffic to
have a range of priorities, depending on the kind of data. Time-dependent information, like video
or audio, will have a higher priority than normal traffic. For WMM to function correctly, Wireless
clients must also support WMM.
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products
For a list of compatible products from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet
Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net).
The following NETGEAR products work with the Wireless AP:
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• MA701 802.11b 11 Mbps Compact Flash Card
• WAG311 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PCI Card
• WAG511 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PC Card
• WGE101 802.11g Wireless Bridge
• WG311 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter
• WG311T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Card
• WG511 802.11g 54 Mbps Wireless CardBus Adapter
• WG511T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless CardBus Adapter
What’s In the Box?
The product package should contain the following items:
• NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
• Power adapter and cord (7.5Vdc, 1A)
• Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable; 10 feet (3.04 m)
• WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Installation Guide
• Resource CD
• Support Information card
• Warranty and Registration card
Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if there are any wrong, missing, or damaged
parts. You can refer to the Support Information Card for the telephone number of customer support
in your area. You should keep the Support Information card, along with the original packing
materials, and use the packing materials to repack the WG602v4 if you need to return it for repair.
To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you to register on
the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com.
Hardware Description
The NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point front and rear hardware functions are
described below.
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WG602v4 Wireless Access Point Front Panel
The wireless access point provides three status LEDs.
Power
Ethernet
Wireless
Figure 1-1
The following table explains the LED indicators.
Table 1-1. Front Panel LED Description
LED DESCRIPTION
Power
Off
On
Ethernet
Off
Green On
Green Blink
Amber On
Amber Blink
Wireless
Off
Green On
Green Blink
Power Indicator
No power. If this LED does not come on with the power adapter and cord correctly
installed, see Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting.”
Power is on.
Indicates no Ethernet link detected.
100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity.
Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN.
10 Mbps Ethernet link detected, no activity.
Indicates data traffic on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN.
Indicates no wireless link detected.
Wireless link enabled, no activity.
Wireless link activity.
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WG602v4 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel
Figure 1-2 illustrates the rear layout of the WG602v4Wireless Access Point.
Power
Socket
Figure 1-2
Reset/Restore
Button
RJ-45 Ethernet
Port
Detachable
Antenna
• Power Socket. Power adapter and cord socket for connecting the WG602v4 to an AC outlet.
• Reset and Restore Button. Restores the WG602v4 to the factory default settings when
pushed and held for 10 seconds. When pushed once, the WG602v4 is reset to the previous
settings.
• RJ-45 Ethernet Port. Ethernet cable port for connecting the WG602v4 to an Ethernet LAN
device such as a hub, switch, or router.
• Detachable Antenna. The WG602v4 includes a detachable antenna. Be sure the antenna is
securely fastened.
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Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to set up your NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
for wireless connectivity to your LAN. The basic configuration will enable computers with
802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to connect to the Internet, and to access printers and files on
your LAN.
You need to prepare these three things before you can establish a connection through your wireless
access point:
• A location for the WG602v4 that conforms to the guidelines below.
• A device such as a hub, switch, router, or Cable/DSL gateway.
• One or more computers with properly configured 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters.
Placement and Range Guidelines
Indoors, computers can connect over wireless networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more.
This distance can allow for others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take
appropriate steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. The Wireless AP provides
highly effective security features which are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security
features appropriate to your needs
The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the
physical placement of the wireless access point. The latency, data throughput performance, and
notebook power consumption of wireless adapters also vary depending on your configuration
choices.
Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation
or inability to wirelessly connect to the WG602v4.
For best results, place your wireless access point:
• Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate.
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• In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-ofsight access (even if through walls).
• Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones.
• Away from large metal surfaces.
• If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different
Channels to reduce interference. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access
points is 5 Channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11).
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security
settings and placement.
radio frequency
System Requirements
Before installing the WG602v4, make sure your network meets these requirements:
• A hub, switch, or Cable/DSL router with an available 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port.
• A Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the
package, or one like it.
• A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC power source
• A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, Netscape
Navigator 4.78 or above, or Mozilla Firefox.
• At least one Pentium class computer (or equivalent) with the TCP/IP protocol installed
• Other 802.11b or 802.11g-compliant devices
Basic Setup and Installation
The instructions below will show you have to install, set up and test basic wireless connectivity of
your WG602v4. Once you have established basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security
settings and configure the advanced wireless functions.
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Installing the WG602v4
Before installing the NETGEAR WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point, you should make
sure that your Ethernet network is up and working. You will be connecting the access point to the
Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters will be able to
communicate with computers on the Ethernet network. In order for this to work correctly, verify
that you have met all of the system requirements, shown in “System Requirements” on page 2-2.
To set up and install your wireless access point:
1. Prepare a computer with an Ethernet adapter. If this PC is already part of your network, record
its TCP/IP configuration settings.
2. Turn on your computer and configure the PC with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and
255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the WG602v4 to your PC.
4. Connect the power adapter to the WG602v4 and plug the power adapter into an AC outlet.
Verify that
• The Power power light goes on.
• The Ethernet LED of the wireless access point is lit when connected to a powered on
computer.
• The Wireless LED should be blinking.
Note: For detailed installation instructions, see the WG602v4 54 Mbps Wireless
Access Point Installation Guide.
Selecting Basic IP Settings Options
To configure your basic IP settings:
1. From your PC, open a Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator or Mozilla
Firefox.
2. Enter http://192.168.0.227 into your browser window.
http://192.168.0.227
Figure 2-1
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3. A login window will display. Enter admin for your User Name and password for the
password, both in lower case letters.
Figure 2-2
4. Click OK. The Information screen will display showing the current default settings and status
of the wireless access point. These settings are read only.
Figure 2-3
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