NETGEAR WPN802 User Manual 2
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10101-01
May 2005
© 2005 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. May 2005.
Trademarks
NETGEAR is a trademark of Netgear, Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, and Wi ndow s NT are registered trademar ks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
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
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 instruct ions, may cause harmf ul 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.
EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802 is shielded against the generation of
radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is
declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802 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.
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 RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802 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.
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Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the second category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area
thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas.
When used near a radio or TV receiver , it may become the cause of radio interference.
Read instructions for correct handling.
Customer Support
Refer to the Support Information Card that shipped with your NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point
WPN802.
World Wide Web
NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the universal resource locator (URL)
http://www.netgear.com. A direct connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer
or Netscape are required.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: WPN802
Publication Date: May 2005
Product Family: Wireless Access Point
Product Name: NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802
Home or Business Product: Business
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10101-01
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Contents
Chapter 1
About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats ................................................................1-1
How to Use This Manual ................................................................................................1-2
How to Print this Manual .................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2
Introduction
Key Features ..................................................................................................................2-1
RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology ..............................................2-1
802.11g Wireless Networking ...................................................................................2-2
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ...............................................2-2
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products .........................................................2-3
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2-3
The Front Panel Status Lights ........................................................................................2-4
The Rear Panel ..............................................................................................................2-4
Chapter 3
Basic Installation and Configuration
Default Factory Settings .................................................................................................3-1
System Requirements ....................................................................................................3-2
Prepare to Install Your Wireless Access Point ................................................................3-2
First, Connect the Wireless Access Point to Your Computer ..........................................3-2
Then, Configure the Basic Settings ................................................................................3-4
Next, Configure the Wireless Settings ............................................................................3-6
Deploy the WPN802 and Verify Wireless Connectivity ...................................................3-7
How to Log In to the WPN802 Using Its Default IP Address ..........................................3-8
Chapter 4
Wireless Configuration
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines .......................... .................. 4-1
Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................4-2
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Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings ..................................................................4-3
Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security ..................................................................4-5
Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings .............................4-7
How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity ..............................................4-8
How to Configure WEP or WPA .....................................................................................4-9
Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings .....................................................................4-11
Wireless Card Access (Restricting by MAC Address) .................................................. 4-12
Turning Access Control On ....................................................................................4-13
Setting up the Access Control List .........................................................................4-13
Chapter 5
Management and Information
Changing the Password .................................................................................................5-1
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Firmware ............................................................5-2
First, Prepare for the Firmware Upgrade ............... ... ... ............................................ 5-2
Then, Upgrade the Firmware ...................................................................................5-2
Backing up Settings or Restoring Settings .....................................................................5-3
Backing up Settings .................................. ... ... ... .... ... ... .......................................... ..5-4
Restoring Settings from a Backup File .....................................................................5-4
Restoring Factory Default Settings ........................... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ..5-4
Rebooting the WPN802 Access Point ............................................................................5-5
Viewing a List of Available Wireless Stations .................................................................5-5
Viewing Statistics ............................................................................................................5-6
Chapter 6
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................6-1
No lights are lit on the access point. .......................................................................6-1
The Ethernet light is not lit. .......................................................................................6-1
The WLAN light is not lit. .........................................................................................6-1
I cannot configure the access point from a browser. .......... ... ..................................6-2
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. ...........6-2
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error. .............. .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ..6-2
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings . .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ..6-3
To clear all data and restore the factory default values: ....................................6-3
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Appendix A
Technical Specifications
Appendix B
Wireless Networking Basics
Wireless Networking Overview .............................. ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ....... B-1
Infrastructure Mode ................................................................................................. B-1
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) ................................................................ B-2
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID) ................................ B-2
Authentication and WEP Data Encryption .......................................... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . B-2
802.11 Authentication .............................................................................................. B-3
Open System Authentication .............................. .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ....................... B-3
Shared Key Authentication ...................................................................................... B-4
Overview of WEP Parameters ................................................................................ B-5
Key Size .................................................................................................................. B-6
WEP Configuration Options ................... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... .................... B-7
Wireless Channels ....................... .... ... ... ... ..................................................................... B-7
WPA and WPA2 Wireless Security ................................................................................ B-8
How Does WPA Compare to WEP? ........................................................................ B-9
How Does WPA Compare to WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i)? ............................................ B-10
What are the Key Features of WPA and WPA2 Security? ..................... ... ... .... ... .. B-10
WPA/WPA2 Authentication: Enterprise-level User
Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS .................................................. B-12
WPA/WPA2 Data Encryption Key Management ............................................. B-14
Is WPA/WPA2 Perfect? ............................. ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ..................... B-16
Product Support for WPA/WPA2 ........................................................................... B-16
Supporting a Mixture of WPA, WPA2, and WEP
Wireless Clients is Discouraged ..................................................................... B-16
Changes to Wireless Access Points ............................................................... B-17
Changes to Wireless Network Adapters ......................................................... B-17
Changes to Wireless Client Programs .......................... ......................... ......... B-18
Glossary
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Chapter 1
About This Manual
This chapter describes the intended audience, scope, conventions, and formats of this manual.
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.
This guide uses the following typographical conventions:
Table 1-1. Typographical Conventions
italics Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names
bold User input
fixed Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses
This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
This manual is written for the WPN802 Access Point according to these specifications:
Table 1-2. Manual Scope
Product Version NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802
Manual Publication Date May 2005
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. Web site at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN802.asp.
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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.
• Printing a Chapter.
Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page.
– 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 bro wser window.
Note: Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view
and print PDF files. The Acrobat reader is available on the Adobe Web site at
http://www.adobe.com.
– Click the print icon in the upper left of the window.
Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save
paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
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• Printing the Full Manual.
Use the Complete PDF Manua l link at the top left of any page.
– Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in the manual. The PDF
version of the complete manual opens in a browser window.
– Click the print icon in the upper left of the window.
Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save
paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
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Chapter 2
Introduction
The NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802 provides connectivity between
Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print
servers, and other devices.This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR RangeMax™
Wireless Access Point WPN802.
Note: This manual provides information on the complete features as of the date of
publication. Earlier versions of this product may not have all the features presented in
this manual. Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN802.asp where you will
find product firmware updates for your WPN802.
Key Features
The WPN802 Access Point is easy-to-use and provides the following features:
• RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology
• 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11g-only, 802.11b only, or
802.11b+g modes.
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management.
• Login capability.
• Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity.
• Flash memory for firmware upgrades.
RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology
Netgear’s RangeMax Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology provides ten times more coverage
than standard 802.11g alone by eliminating “dead spots” in your area of coverage where you use
your wireless computers. Your whole house or office suite now becomes a “hot spot” without
requiring any range extenders, repeaters, or external antennas. RangeMax maintains your high
speed throughout your home, not just when you are close to your wireless access point.
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RangeMax is an advanced Smart MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology that uses seven internal
antennas. RangeMax constantly surveys your home environment for physical barriers and
interference and adjusts the wireless signal to compensate for these performance blockers.
For example, if you carry your laptop from the family room to the bedroom, RangeMax
automatically senses the change and selects from over 100 possible antenna configurations to
deliver you the fastest, clearest connection so that everyone can enjoy consistently high-speed
connections, everywhere in your house with no drop-outs and no dead spots.
RangeMax is also 100% compatible with your existing 802.11b/g products (i.e., 802.11b, 802.1 1g,
Centrino, and SuperG™ wireless clients) and boosts their range and speed by up to 50%.
802.11g Wireless Networking
The WPN802 Access Point includes an 802.11g wireless access point, providing continuous,
high-speed 108 Mbps access between your wireless and Ethernet devices. The access point
provides:
• 802.11g wireless networking at up to 108 Mbps.
• 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11g-only, 802.11b-only, or
802.11g and b modes, providing backwards compatibility with 802.11b devices or dedicating
the wireless network to the higher bandwidth 802.11g devices.
• 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption security.
• WEP keys can be generated manually or by passphrase.
• WPA-PSK support. Support for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption which
provides strong data encryption and authentication based on a pre-shared key.
• Wireless access can be restricted by MAC address.
• Wireless network name broadcast can be turned off so that only devices that have the network
name (SSID) can connect.
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
The WPN802 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
senses whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a ‘normal’ connection such as
to a computer 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 the need to worry about crossover
cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection.
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Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products
NETGEAR products related to the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802 are
as follows:
• RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (WPN111)
• RangeMax Wireless PCI Adapter (WPN311)
• RangeMax Wireless PC Card (WPN511)
Package Contents
The product package should contain the following items:
• NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point WPN802.
•AC power adapter.
• Vertical stand.
• Straight through Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable.
• Resource CD for the NETGEAR WPN802 RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point
(240-10213-01), including:
— This manual.
— Application Notes and other helpful information.
• WPN802 Quick Installation Guide.
• Warranty and Support Information Card.
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the
carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the WPN802 for repair.
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The Front Panel Status Lights
You can use the status lights on the front panel of the WPN802 to verify connections. The table
below describes the lights on the front panel.
Table 2-1. Status Light Descriptions
Label Activity Description
Power On Green Solid
Off
Test On
Off
WLAN On
Off
Ethernet On (Green)
Blink (Green)
On (Amber)
Blink (Amber)
Off
Power is supplied and the WPN802 has passed its diagnostic test.
Power is not supplied to the WPN802.
The unit is performing the power on self test diagnostic.
The unit successfully completed the power on self test diagnostic.
The Wireless port is initialized and the wireless feature is enabled.
The wireless feature is turned off or there is a problem.
The Ethernet port has detected link with a 100 Mbps device.
Data is being transmitted or received at 100 Mbps.
The Ethernet port has detected link with a 10 Mbps device.
Data is being transmitted or received at 10 Mbps.
No link is detected.
The Rear Panel
The rear panel of the WPN802 contains the items listed below.
Seven integrated
antennas inside
LEDs show which
antenna is on.
4
Power
Ethernet Port Reset Button
Figure 2-1: WPN802 Rear Panel
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Viewed from left to right, the rear panel contains the following features:
• AC power adapter outlet.
• Ethernet 10/100 Mbps port for connecting the access point to the network.
• Factory Default Reset push button for Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default
Settings.
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Chapter 3
Basic Installation and Configuration
This chapter explains how to install and configure and the WPN802 Access Point on your
network. The first time you configure the WPN802 Access Point it must be connected with an
Ethernet cable to a computer with a broadband Internet connection.
Default Factory Settings
The WPN802 default factory settings are shown below. After you install the WPN802 Access
Point, customize any of the settings to better meet your networking needs.
FEATURE DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS
User Name (case sensitive) admin
Password (case sensitive) password
Operating Mode Access Point
Access Point Name netgearxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last six digits of
the wireless access point’s MAC address
Built-in DHCP client DHCP client disabled
SIP Configuration
(if DHCP server is unavailable)
Network Name (SSID) NETGEAR
Broadcast Network Name (SSID) Enabled
802.11b/g RF Channel 6
Mode Auto 108
AutoCell Enhanced RF Security ‘stealth’ mode Disabled
WEP/WPA Disabled
Restricting connectivity based on MAC Access
Control List
IP Address: 192.168.0.231
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 0.0.0.0
Disabled
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System Requirements
Before installing the WPN802, make sure your system meets these requirements.
• A 10/100 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub, router, or switch.
• The 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 6.0 or above, or
Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above.
• At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed.
• 802.11b or 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless PCI
Adapter (WPN311).
Prepare to Install Your Wireless Access Point
• Observe the wireless placement and range guidelines in “Observe Performance, Placement,
and Range Guidelines” on page 4-1.
• For Cable Modem Service: When you perform the wireless access point setup steps be sure to
use the computer you first registered with your cable ISP.
• For DSL Service: You may need information such as the DSL login name/e-mail address and
password in order to complete the wireless access point setup.
• Familiarize yourself with the contents of the Resource CD for the NETGEAR WPN802
RangeMax™ Wireless Access Point (240-10213-01), especially this manual and the animated
tutorials for configuring networking on PCs.
First, Connect the Wireless Access Point to Your Computer
Before installing the wireless access point, make sure that your Ethernet network is up and
working.
1. Prepare a computer with Internet access and an Ethernet adapter. If this computer is already part of your network, record its TCP/IP configuration settings.
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2. Configure the computer with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and 255.255.255.0 as the Subnet Mask.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the WPN802 to the computer.
Figure 3-1: WPN802 connected to a computer during configuration
4. Turn on your computer, and connect the power adapter to the WPN802. Then ch eck the lig hts on the front:
• Power: The power light should be lit. If the power light is not lit, check the
connections and check to see if the power outlet is controlled by a wall switch that is
turned off.
• Test: The test light blinks when the WPN802 is first turned on.
• WLAN: The wireless light should be lit.
• Ethernet: The Ethernet (LAN) light should be lit (amber for a 10 Mbps connection
and green for a 100 Mbps connection). If not, make sure the Ethernet cable is securely
attached at both ends.
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Then, Configure the Basic Settings
1. Connect to the WPN802 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.231 in the address field.
2. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. The Settings page opens.
Figure 3-2: WPN802 Settings page
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3. Click the Basic Settings link to configure the IP Settings for your network. The Basic Settings menu appears:
Figure 3-3: Basic Settings menu
4. Configure the Basic Settings for your network.
• Access Point Name: The unique NetBIOS name. The default Access Point Name is
located on the bottom label of the WPN802. You may modify the default name with a
unique name up to 15 characters long.
• IP Address: By default, the Access Point is set to be a DHCP (Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol) client disabled. The default IP address is 192.168.0.231.
• DHCP Client: You may enable the DHCP client to let the Access Point get its TCP/IP
configuration from the DHCP server on your network.
• IP Address: Type the IP address of your Access Point (factory default: 192.168.0.231).
• IP Subnet Mask: The Access Point automatically calculates the subnet mask based on the
IP address that you assign. Otherwise, you can use 255.255.255.0 as the subnet mask.
• Default Gateway Address: The Access Point will use this IP address default gateway for
any traffic beyond the local network.
• Primary DNS Server: The Access Point will use this IP address as the primary Domain
Name Server used by stations on your LAN.
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• Secondary DNS Server: The Access Point will use this IP address as the secondary
Domain Name Server used by stations on your LAN.
• Time Zone: Select the appropriate local time zone for your Access Point from a list of all
available time zones. The default is GMT.
Next, Configure the Wireless Settings
After you configure the Basic Settings for the WPN802, then you need to configure the Wireless
Settings.
1. On the Settings page, click Wireless Settings. The Wireless Settings menu appears:
Figure 3-4: Wireless Settings menu
2. Enter the wireless settings. For more information, see “Understanding Wireless Settings” on
page 4-2.
3. Test the wireless connectivity. To do this, use a computer with a wireless adapter that is configured according to the wireless settings you just set in the WPN802. With this computer, establish a wireless connection to the WPN802.
Now that you have finished the setup steps, you are ready to deploy the WPN802 in your
network. If needed, you can now reconfigure the PC you used in step 1 back to its original
TCP/IP settings.
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Deploy the WPN802 and Verify Wireless Connectivity
When you have configured the Basic Settings and the Wireless Settings, then you can deploy the
WPN802.
1. Disconnect the WPN802 and position it where you will deploy it. The best location is elevated, such as wall mounted or on the top of a cubicle, at the center of
your wireless coverage area, and within line of sight of all the mobile devices.
Use the plastic clips provided to place the WPN802
vertically if it is on a metal surface.
Figure 3-5: WPN802 placed in a vertical orient ation
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your WPN802 Access Point to a LAN port on your router, switch, or hub.
WPN802
Router
Figure 3-6: WPN802 connected to a router
Note: By default, the WPN802 is set with the DHCP client disabled. If your network uses
dynamic IP addresses, you will need to change this setting.
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3. Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter in to a power outlet. The Power, WLAN and Ethernet lights should light up.
4. Using a computer with an 802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter with the correct wireless
settings, verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape® or Internet Explorer to
connect to the Internet, or check for file and printer access on your network.
Note: If you are unable to connect, see Chapter 3.
5. Configure the wireless settings for each computer that will use the wireless access point.
6. Implement wireless security according to the instructions in “Understanding Wireless
Settings” on page 4-2.
How to Log In to the WPN802 Using Its Default IP Address
The WPN802 has DHCP client disabled, and the default IP address is 192.168.0.231.
Note: The computer that you use to connect to the WPN802 should be configured with an IP
address that starts with 102.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.
1. Connect to the WPN802 by typing http://192.168.0.231 in the address field of your browser,
and clicking Enter.
For security reasons, the access point has its own user name and password. A login window
like the one below opens:
Figure 3-7: Login window
2. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. To
change the password, see “This page displays both wired and wireless interface network
traffic. Click Refresh to update the current statistics.” on page 5-6.
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Note: The user name and password for the access point are not the same as any user name or
password you may use to log in to your Internet connection.
The browser display the WPN802 settings home page.
Figure 3-8: WPN802 home page
When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, click the Knowledge Base or the
Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the
documentation for the wireless access point.
If you do not click Logout, the wireless access point waits five minutes after there is no activity
before it automatically logs you out.
Basic Installation and Configuration 3-9
202-10101-01, 4 May 2005
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