Planet Technology WAP-4030A User Manual

54Mbps Wireless Access Point w/bridge, inter-building

WAP-4030A

User’s Manual

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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 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:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio 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 the 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.

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure

Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In

order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to

the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.

R&TTE Compliance Statement

This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN

PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication

terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE)

The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal

Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8,2000.

Safety

This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However,

special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with

electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed

at all times to ensure the safe use of the 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 .The 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.

Potential restrictive use

France: Only channels 10,11,12 and 13

Revision

User’s Manual for PLANET Wireless Access Point

Model: WAP-4030A

Rev: 2.0 (June, 2005)

Part No. EM-WAP4030Av2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Introduction ..................................................................................5

1.1 Package Contents.................................................................................................... 5

1.2 System Requirements.............................................................................................. 5

1.3 Features ................................................................................................................... 5

1.4 Specification ............................................................................................................. 6

1.5 Wireless Performance.............................................................................................. 7

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ...................................................................8

2.1 Hardware Connection .............................................................................................. 8

Chapter 3 Configuring the Wireless AP .......................................................9

3.1 Operating Mode........................................................................................................ 9

3.1.1 Client Mode ................................................................................................................10

3.1.2 Access Point Mode..................................................................................................... 12

3.1.3 Repeater Mode........................................................................................................... 17

3.1.4 Point-to-Point Mode.................................................................................................... 19

3.1.5 Point-to-Multipoint Mode.............................................................................................22

3.2 Status ..................................................................................................................... 23

3.3 Admin ..................................................................................................................... 23

3.4 LAN ........................................................................................................................ 24

3.5 WEP ....................................................................................................................... 26

3.6 WPA-PSK ............................................................................................................... 27

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting .........................................................................28

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing WAP-4030A. The WAP-4030A supports both IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g

standards. You can use it to connect an existing WLAN, or to build up a new wireless LAN. Except for

essential AP mode, WAP-4030A also provides Repeater, Bridge, and Client modes to accommodate all

kinds of network topology. High data rate (up to 54Mbps) support allows faster communication between

LAN and WLAN. Maximize network efficiency while minimizing your network investment and

maintenance costs.

The WAP-4030A provides the most security functions such as 64/128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)

Encryption, WPA-PSK and MAC address filter to consolidate the wireless network security. There is no

chance for the unauthorized wireless stations to access your wireless network.

With the user-friendly management interface and versatile features, WAP-4030A is the best choice to

integrate your wireless and wired network seamlessly.

1.1 Package Contents

Make sure that you have the following items:

• 1 x WAP-4030A

• 1 x Power Adapter

• 1 x User’s Manual CD

• 1 x Quick Installation Guide

• 1 x External Antenna

Note:

If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as

possible.

1.2 System Requirements

Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.

• Pentium Based (or above) IBM-Compatible PC System

• CD-ROM drive

• Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/Server2003 Operating System with TCP/IP protocol

1.3 Features

 Compliant with the IEEE 802.11g/802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz specification

 High data rate up to 54Mbps, Auto rate fallback

 Seamlessly integrate wireless and wired Ethernet LAN networks

Provide WPA-PSK, 64/128-bit WEP Encryption and MAC Filter to protect the wireless data



transmissions

 Support Wireless AP / Client / Repeater and Bridge mode

 Support MAC Address Filter

 Support DHCP client for auto IP address assignment

 Provide a reverse-polarity SMA connector for external antenna connection

 Auto Fall-Back Data Rate for Long-Distance communication and noisy environment

 Web-based configuration

1.4 Specification

Standard IEEE 802.11g / 802.11b

Frequency Band 2.400~2.4835GHz

Transfer Rate 802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mbps

802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1Mbps

Modulation OFDM, CCK, DQPSK and DBPSK

Sensitivity IEEE802.11b:

Channel

-92dBm @ 1Mbps

-89dBm @ 2Mbps

-87dBm @ 5.5Mbps

-82dBm @ 11Mbps

IEEE802.11g

-91dBm @ 6Mbps

-90dBm @ 9Mbps

-87dBm @ 12Mbps

-82dBm @ 18Mbps

-82dBm @ 24Mbps

-78dBm @ 36Mbps

-71dBm @ 48Mbps

-71dBm @ 54Mbps

FCC: 11 Channels (US, Canada)

ETSI: 13 Channels (Europe)

ELEC: 14 Channels (Japan)

Radio Technology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)

Antenna Detachable dipole antenna

Transmit Power

LAN Interface 1-port RJ-45 UTP

Cabling Category 5/5e or above, 4-pair

16±2dBm (Typical)

LED Indicators 3; PWR, WLAN, LAN

Power 12V DC, 1A

Temperature

Humidity 10 ~ 90%, non-condensing (Operating)

Dimension 169 x 87 x 30 (mm)

Weight 155g

Emission FCC Class B, CE-mark

0 ~ 55°C (Operating)

1.5 Wireless Performance

The following information will help you utilizing the wireless performance and operating coverage of

WAP-4030A.

1. Site selection

To avoid interferences, please locate WAP-4030A and wireless client away from transformers,

microwave ovens, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights and other industrial equipments. Keep the

number of walls or ceilings between AP and clients as few as possible. Otherwise the signal strength

may be seriously reduced. Place WAP-4030A in a open space or add additional WAP-4030A as

needed to improve the coverage.

2. Environmental factors

The wireless network is easily affected by many environment factors. Every environment is unique

with different obstacles, construction materials, weather, etc. It is hard to determine the exact

operation rage of WAP-4030A in a specific location without testing.

3. Antenna adjustment

The bundle antenna of WAP-4030A is adjustable. Firstly install the antenna pointing straight up, then

smoothly adjust it if the radio signal strength is poor. But the signal reception is definitely weak in

some certain areas, such as location right down the antenna.

Moreover, the original antenna of WAP-4030A can be replaced with other external antennas to

extend the coverage. Please check the specification of the antenna you want to use, and make sure

it can be used on WAP-4030A.

4. WLAN Type

If WAP-4030A is installed in an 802.11b and 802.11g mixed WLAN, its performance will reduced

significantly. Because every 802.11g OFDM packet needs to be preceded by an RTS-CTS or CTS

packet exchange that can be recognized by legacy 802.11b devices. This additional overhead

lowers the speed. If there are no 802.11b devices connected, or if connections to all 802.11b devices

are denied so that WAP-4030A can operate in 11g-only mode, then its data rate should actually

54Mbps.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessary that you have enough information about the

WAP-4030A.

2.1 Hardware Connection

12V DC

1. Locate an optimum location for the WAP-4030A. The best place for your WAP-4030A is

usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

2. Assemble the antenna to WAP-4030A. Try to place them to a position that can best cover your

wireless network. The antenna’s position will enhance the receiving sensitivity.

3. Connect RJ-45 cable to WAP-4030A. Connect this WAP-4030A to your LAN switch/hub or a

single PC.

4. Plug in power adapter and connect to power source. After power on, WAP-4030A will start to

work.

LAN

RESET ANT

Note: ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the WAP-4030A. Otherwise, the product may be

damaged.

If you want to reset your WAP-4030A to default settings, press the Reset button 5 second.

Then release the button and wait for 10 seconds for rebooting.

Chapter 3 Configuring the Wireless AP

Web configuration provides a user-friendly graphical user interface (web pages) to manage your

WAP-4030A. An AP with an assigned IP address (e.g. http://192.168.0.1) will allow you to monitor and

configure (via web browser e.g., MS Internet Explorer or Netscape).

1. Open your web browser.

2. Enter WAP-4030A IP address (default IP address is http://192.168.0.1) into the address field of the

web browser. Please also make sure your PC’s IP address is in the same IP range with WAP-4030A.

3. A User name and Password dialog box will appear. Please enter your User name and Password here.

Default User name and Password is “admin”. Click “OK”.

4. Then you will see the WAP-4030A configuration screen in the web page as the picture in section 3.1.

3.1 Operating Mode

In this screen, you can see all the operating modes of WAP-4030A. In Default, WAP-4030A is work

with Access Point mode. Please select the operating mode you want and press “Setup” button. Then

you can configure WAP-4030A to the operating mode. If the mode configuration had be done in before,

you can select the operating mode and press “Apply” button without configure again.

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