Range Extension WLAN Adapter
for 802.11 b/g
(SAA04-05224A, SAA04-05224AEU)
User’s Manual
Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This d evice complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested an d found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device, pursuan t to Part 15 of the Federal Communications
Co mmission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipmen t generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
h armful interference to radio commun ications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu lar installation. If this
equip ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o ff and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient o r 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.
WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the
nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the
supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/
O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
Reprinted from the Co de of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993.
Washin gton DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and
Reco rds Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.
Canadian Department of Communications
This digital app aratus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from dig ital apparatus set out in the Radio Interferen ce
Regulations of the Can adian Department of Communications.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet
appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
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Notices
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement
In order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator and y our body. Use only with supplied antenna.
Unau thorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the
transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes of modifications
not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could vo id the users
authority to o perate the equipment.
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance
with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the
produ ct. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to
this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any rad io or television interference caused by unauthorized
modification of this device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting
cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the
responsibility o f the user to correct any interference caused by such
unauthorized modification, substitutio n or attachment. Manufacturer and
its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage
or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with
these guidelines.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)
The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient:
• Essential requirements as in [Article 3]
• Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a]
• Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950]
• Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b]
• Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301]
• Testing according to [489-17]
• Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]
• Testing for radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]
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Table of Contents
1.1 Welcome! ............................................................................. 5
1.2 Package contents ................................................................ 5
1.3 Features ............................................................................... 6
1.3.1 Top view ............................................................................... 6
1.3.2 Bottom view ......................................................................... 7
1.3.3 Rear view.............................................................................. 7
1.4 LED indicators ...................................................................... 7
1.5 Recommended network settings .......................................... 8
1.5.1 Access Point mode .............................................................. 8
1.5.2 Ethernet adapter mode ......................................................... 9
2.1 System requirements ......................................................... 11
2.2 Device installation .............................................................. 11
2.2.1 Before you proceed ............................................................ 11
2.2.2 Using DC power.................................................................. 13
2.2.3 Using USB bus power ........................................................ 13
2.3 Placement .......................................................................... 13
2.3.1 Wall mounting ..................................................................... 13
2.3.2 Window mounting ............................................................... 13
2.4 Operating range .................................................................. 14
2.4.1 Range ................................................................................. 14
2.4.2 Site survey ......................................................................... 14
3.2 Wireless Settings Utility ..................................................... 16
3.2.1 Launching the Wireless Settings Utility .............................. 16
3.3 Web Configuration utility .................................................... 20
3.3.1 Adjusting the TCP/IP settings ............................................ 20
3.3.2 Launching the Web Configuration utility.............................. 22
3.3.3. Changing the access point (AP) configuration .................... 23
3.4 Firmware Restoration ......................................................... 46
4.3 Replacing cable connections of other devices ................... 48
4.4 Sharing Internet connection with other PCs ....................... 48
Specifications: ............................................................................... 53
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1. Product introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A series. This manual can
use for SAA04-05224A and SAA04-05224A-EU. ( mention as SAA04-05224A
in following chapters. ) The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is a compact easy-toinstall Ethernet adapter. Implementing the IEEE 802.11g standard for wireless
LAN (WLAN), the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is capable of up to 54Mbps data
transmission rate using the Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and the
Octogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) technologies.
The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes giving
you flexibility on your existing or future wireless network configurations.
To provide efficient security to your wireless communication, SmartAnt SAA0405224A comes with a 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption
and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) features.
With these and many more, SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is sure to keep you ahead
in the world of wireless computing.
1.2 Package contents
Check the following items in your SmartAnt SAA04-05224A package. Contact
your retailer if any item is damaged or missing.
Range extension WLAN adapter
Power adapter
RJ-45 cable
USB Cable
Mounting set
Utility CD
Quick Installation Guide
Unless otherwise specified, the term “device” in this User Guide
refers to the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
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1. Product introduction
1.3 Features
The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A employs the DSSS and OFDM technologies to
transmit and receive signals through radio waves on the 2.4 GHz band.
Here are other SmartAnt SAA04-05224A features:
• Reliable data transfer rates of up to 54Mbps
• Secure data transmission via Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and WiFi
Protected Access (WPA) encryptions
• Operating distance of up to 260ft (80m) indoors and 2000 ft (620m) outdoors
• Equipped with mounting set for window mount and wall installation
• Dual power mode (DC or USB bus-powered)
• Windows® 2000/XP compatible
1.3.1 Top view
LEDs. The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A comes
with three LED indicators (Ethernet, Wireless,
and Power).
Air vents. These vents provide ventilation to
the device.
1.3.2 Bottom view
Mounting hook. Use the mounting
h ook to install the device on
concrete o r wooden surfaces using
a roundh ead screw.
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St at us I nd ic a t o r s
M o u n t i n g
hole
1. Product introduction
1.3.3 Rear view
Ethernet port. This port connects the
supplied RJ-45 plug and cable.
Power socket. This socket connects
the power adapter plug.
Ethernet port
DC IN socke t
Reset button
Reset button. Press this button for
more than five seconds to load the default values. In Ethernet adapter mode,
press this button for less than five seconds to connect to the first saved wireless
connection in the profile table.
1.4 LED indicators
The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A co mes with a Ethernet, Wireless, and
Power LED indicators. Refer to the table below for LED indications.
LED Status Indication
Ethernet On
Off
Wirel ess On
Off
Blinking
Power On
Off
Blinking
The device is connected to an Ethernet network.
The device is off or not connected to an Ethernet network.
The device is associated with an AP or other wireless device.
The device is not associated with an AP or other wireless device.
The device is transmitting or receiving data.
The device is on and ready.
The device is off or performing boot sequence.
Firmware upgrade failed.
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1. Product introduction
1.5 Recommended network settings
The SmartAnt SAA04-0522 4A can be configured as a wireless Ethernet
adapter. In Ethernet adapter mod e, the device connects to:
1. A wireless device(s) (Ad-hoc mode), or
2. An access point (Infrastructure network type)
Determine your network settings before installing the SmartAnt SAA0405224A. The following network settings are recommended.
1.5.1 Access Point mode
When in access point (AP) mode the SAA04-05224A Pocket Wireless AP connects
WLAN-enabled computers and/or devices to a wired or wireless LAN.
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1.5.2 Ethernet adapter mode
Ad-hoc ne twork
When in Ad-hoc network, the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A connects
to another wireless device. No
access point (AP) is present in this
wireless environment.
Infrastructure mode
When in In frastructure mode, the
wireless network is centered o n an
access point (AP) that prov ides a
central link for wireless clients to
communicate with each other or with
a wired network.
In this setup, the SmartAnt SAA040522 4A connects to an AP using a
single or multiple IP to establish
con nection to a wired or wireless
LAN.
Station 1
Station 2
Internet ADSL Modem Access Point
þ
Station 1
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1. Product introduction
Single IP bridge environment
In a single IP bridge environment, the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A connects to an
access point using a single IP address.
In this setup, the MAC cloning feature may be enabled to support certain
applications and devices, such as Xbox and PlayStation® game consoles,
that use the MAC address to co mmunicate with other devices. MAC
cloning allows the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to co mmunicate with other
devices in a wireless network using the MAC address of the host computer
instead of its own.
Internet ADSL Modem Access Point
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Multiple IP bridge environment
In a multiple IP bridge environment, the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A connects
two or more wired devices to a wireless network from a hub or a switch.
Hub
You must disable the MAC cloning feature when you set the device in
Ethernet adapter mode under this environment. Enabling MAC cloning under this environment results to undefined and incorrect bridge
behavior.
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Access point
2. Hardware installation
2.1 System requirements
Before installing the SmartAnt SAA04-05224 A, make sure that your
system/network meets th e following requirements:
• An Ethernet RJ-45 port (10Base-T/100Base-TX)
• At least one IEEE 802.11b/g device with wireless capability
• An installed TCP/IP and Internet browser
2.2 Device installation
Follow these instructions to install the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
1. Install the device utilities from the support CD.
2. Connect the device to your computer, network hub, switch, or router.
2.2.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following guidelines before installing the SmartAnt SAA0405224A.
• The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network
(hub, ADSL/cable modem, router, wall patch) must not exceed 100
meters.
• Place the device on a flat, stable surface as far from the ground as possible
• Keep the device clear from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the device away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent
lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to
prevent signal loss.
• Install the device in a central area to provide ideal coverage for all wireless
mobile devices.
• Install the device at least 20cm from a person to insure that the product is
operated in accordance with the RF Guidelines for Human Exposure adopted
by the Federal Communications Commission.
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2. Hardware installation
2.2.2 Using DC power
1 . Insert one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the SAA04-05224A
Ethernet p ort.
2 . Insert the other end of the RJ-45 cable to a network hub, switch,
router, or wall patch Ethernet port.
3 . Connect the power adapter plug to the SAA04-05224A Power socket.
4 . Connect the SAA04-05224A power adapter to a wall socket.
5 . Connect the network hub, switch, or router power adapter plug to the
Power so cket of the device.
6 . Connect the network hub, switch, or router power adapter to a wall
socket.
Network Device
Wall socket
AC-DC power cable
2.2.3 Using USB bus power
Replace the AC-DC power cable with a USB power cable and insert into
an available USB port on any device (computer, notebo ok, network hub,
switch, or router) and turn ON that device.
Network Device with USB
USB power cable
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2. Hardware installation
2.3 Placement
2.3.1 Wall mounting
Aside from desktop placement, you can
install the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
vertically on a wall using the mounting
hook at the bottom side of the device.
To mount the device on a wall:
1. Tighten a screw on the wall until
only 1/4 inch is showing.
2. Latch the mounting hook on the screw.
2.3.2 Window mounting
Using the window mount sets, SmartAnt SAA04-05224A can be installed on
flat window class, and receive wireless signals from either side of the window.
To mount the device on a window class:
1. Compose window mount set. Reverse the suck discs, if the signal is from
the other side of the window.
2. Compose the window mount set on the middle of the bottom of the device.
3. Press both suck discs onto the window class. Make sure the device does
not fall before leave you hands.
Mounting hook
Adjust the screw if you cannot latch the device or if the device is too
loose.
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2.4 Operating range
2.4.1 Range
The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A range is dependent on the operating environment.
Every home or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers, or wall types which
may reflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two 802.11b devices in an open
space may achieve an operating distance of up to 1000 meters, ( 3280 feet ) while
the same devices may only achieve up to 300 meters ( 984 feet ) of range when
used indoors.
The device automatically adjusts the data rate to maintain an operational wireless
connection. A wireless device that is close to an AP may operate at higher
speeds than a device far from the AP. You can configure the data rates that a
device uses. If you limit the range of data rates available to the an AP, you may
reduce the effective range of the wireless LAN coverage.
2.4.2 Site survey
A site survey (utility provided with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A) analyzes the
installation environment and provides users with recommendations for equipment
and its placement. The optimum placement differ depending on the device
design and specifications.
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3. Configuration
3.1 Installing the utilities
The support CD contains the utilities for configuring the SmartAnt SAA0405224A.
To install the device utilities in your computer:
1 . Insert the support CD to the optical drive.
2 . Click Install Wireless AP Utilities when the Wireless Access
Point SAA04-05224A installation window appears.
3 . The device utilities are copied to your computer.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of
the support CD and double click the Setup.exe file to run the CD.
Other support CD options
Uninstall WLAN AP Utilities. Click this option to uninstall the
SmartAn t SAA04-05224A utilities from your system.
Run Wireless Setting Utility. Click this option to run the Wire-
less Settin g Utility.
Explore this CD. Click this o ption to explore the support CD con-
tents & User Manual in PDF.
Click EXIT to close the installation window.
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3. Configuration
3.2 Wireless Settings Uti lity
The Wireless Settings Utility allows easy configuration of the SmartAnt SAA0405224A. You can launch the Wireless Settings Utility directly from the support
CD or from the Windows® desktop.
3.2.1 Launching the Wireless Settings Utility
From the support CD
To launch the Wireless Settings Utility
from the support CD:
1. Insert the support CD to the optical
drive.
2. Click the Run Wireless Settings
Utility option when the installation
window appears. Refer to the illustration on the previous page.
3. The Wireless Settings Utility window appears.
From the Windows® desktop
1. Install the device utilities.
2. From the Windows® desktop, click
S t a r t > A l l P r o g r am s >
Wireless AP > Wireless Setting.
or
Double-click the Wireless Setting icon.
3. The Wireless Setting Utility window appears.
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3. Configuration
3.2.2 Using the Wireless Settings Utility
To set the device as an Ethernet adapter
Make sure that you switched the SAA04-05224A to Ethernet adapter
mode before launching the Wireless Setting Utility. Use the mode
switch to change the device operating mode.
1 . The utility auto- detects and
disp lays the SAA04-05224A
Ethern et adapter settings. Click
Configure to continue.
2 . Log on to the configur ation
window using the password
(admin), check the Remember
my password option, then click
OK.
3 . Select a wireless network from
the Available Networks field,
then click Configure.
Each wireless network is preceded by an icon for easy identification. Refer to the table on the
next page for icon indications.
Click Add to connect to another
wireless network not listed in the
field.
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3. Configuration
Table 3-1: Wireless network icon indications
Icon Indicates that
the wireless network is an access point with no encryption
the wireless network is an access point with enabled encryption
the SAA04-05224A is connected to this access point with no encryption
the SAA04-05224A is connected to this access point with enabled encryption
the wireless network is a wireless device with no encryption
the wireless network is a wireless device with enabled encryption
the SAA04-05224A is connected to this wireless device with no encryption
the SAA04-05224A is connected to this wireless device with enabled encryption
4 . T h e S A A 0 4 - 0 5 2 2 4 A
automatically adjusts to the
SSID and channel settings of the
selected wireless network. Click
OK.
5 . The selected wireless network
appears in the P re fe rr ed
Networks field. Select the
network, then click OK.
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3. Configuration
If the selected network has enabled encryption, use the Encryption
tab to set the SAA04-05224A encryption settings the same with the
selected network. The encryption settings of the network and the
SAA04-05224A must be the same to establish connection.
6 . The SAA04-05224A connects to
the selected wireless netwo rk.
7 . The utility displays the SAA04-
05224A status when connection
is estab lished. Click Finish to
close the utility.
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3. Configuration
3.3 Web Configuration utility
The Web Configuration utility allows you to configure the SmartAnt SAA0405224A using a web browser on your co mputer. The following sections
provide information on how to launch and use this utility.
3.3.1 Adjusting the TCP/IP settings
By default, the IP address of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is 19 2.168.1.
1, and the Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. To access the configuration
utility, assign a different IP address to the netwo rk adapter where the
SmartAnt SAA04 -05224A is connected.
To adjust the TCP/IP settings of the network adapter:
1 . Right-click the My Network
Places icon in the Wind ows
desktop , then select Properties
from the pop-up menu. The
N e t w o r k a n d D i a l - u p
Connections wind ow appears.
®
2 . Right-click the network adapter
used by the the SmartAnt
SAA04 -05224A, then select
Pr operti es from the pop-up
me nu . T he L oc a l A r e a
C o n n ec ti on P ro pe rt i es
window appears.
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3 . Double-click the I n te r ne t
Protocol (TCP/IP) item to
display the Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) Properties window.
4 . Check the Use the following
IP address op tion, then enter
the IP address for th e network
adapter. The IP address must
be 192.168.1.X. (X can b e any
number between 2 and 254 that
is not used by another device.)
3. Configuration
5 . Set the Subnet Mask to 255.
2 55.255.0. Click OK when
finished.
Changing the TCP/IP settings
may require system restart.
Switch on the SAA04-05224A
immediately after rebooting.
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3. Configuration
3.3.2 Launching the Web Configuration utility
Using the Wireless Settings Utility
You can only launch the Web Configuration utility from the Wireless
Settings Utility when the device is in AP mode. Switch the device to
AP mode using the mode switch before launching the Wireless Settings Utility.
To launch the Web Configuration utility using the Wireless Setting Utility:
1 . Cl ick S ta r t > A l l P r o g r a m s > W i r e l e s s A P >
Wireless Settings.
2 . Click Configure when the Wireless Setting Utility window appears.
3 . Log on to the configuration window using the password (admin), then
click OK.
4 . Disable your proxy settings, if
any.
5 . Click the Advanced tab, then
click the Web Configuration
Utility button.
6 . A web browser appears. When
p rompted, enter the d efault
password (admin), check the
Re me mb e r my p a s s w o r d
option, then click OK. The Web
Configuration utility page
appears.
Using an Internet browser
To launch the Web Configuration utility using an Internet web browser:
1 . Open a web browser.
2 . Disable your proxy settings, if any.
3 . Type http://192.168.1.1 on the address bar of the browser, then press
<Enter>.
This option requires you to change the IP address of the LAN adapter
where the SAA04-05224A is connected. Make sure the IP address
of the SAA04-05224A and your computer is on the same subnet.
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3. Configuration
3.3.3. Changing the access point (AP) configuration
Simple Setup page
The Simple Setup page displays the default AP settings of the SAA04-05224A.
Use this page to set the AP channel, operation mode, and security.
Clicking the button displays available options for that field. If you wish to
load the default settings, press the device reset button for more than five
seconds, then refresh your browser to display the default values.
SSID (Service Set Identifier). This field displays the SSID of the device.
Enabling the Response to Broadcast SSID requests option allows the
device to broadcast its SSID in a wireless network. This allows other
wireless devices to scan and establish commun ication with the device.
Unchecking this option hides the SSID to prevent o ther wireless devices
from recognizing and connecting to the device.
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3. Configuration
Click the Associated Stations link (beside the SSID) to displays the list
of wireless d evice(s) associated with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A. The
list includes the wireless device(s) MAC address and con nection status.
Ch annel. Allows you to specify the channel the device u ses to
communicate with other wireless device(s) in the network.
The 802.11g specification supports up to 13 overlapping channels for radio
communicatio n. If several SmartAnt SAA04-05224As are operating in
the same area, assign a non-overlapping channel to each device to avoid
interference. Refer to page 3-21 for channel information.
Operation Mode. You can adjust the SAA04-05224A operating mode to
support wireless devices using IEEE 802.11b or IEEE 802.11g standards.
Setting the operating mode to mixed allows the SAA04-05224A to support
both wireless standards.
Table 3-2: SAA04-05224A operating modes
Operation mode Supported wire less client(s)
B only
G only
Mixed
IEEE 802.11b client(s) only
IEEE 802.11g client(s) only
IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g clients
Transmit Rate. This option allows you to specify the data transmission
rate for both IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g devices. Select from 54,
48, 36, 24, 1 8, 12, 11, 9, 6, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps data transfer rate.
Preamble. Allo ws you to set the preamble mode for a 2.4GHz/11Mb
network to Long, Short, or Auto. The d efault preamble mode is Long.
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3. Configuration
The following fields allow you to configure the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
security settings.
Authentication Method. This option allows you to select the encryption
meth od for securing your wireless communication. Refer to the table
below for details.
Table 3-3: Authentication methods
Method Description
Open system
or shared key
Shared Key
WPA-PSK
This method allows the device to accept connection
requests from any wireless device within its operating
range.
Only wireless device(s) with the same encryption are
allowed to connect to the AP.
Only wireless device(s) with the same TKIP encryption
settings are allowed to connect to the AP.
Encryption. The encryption field allows you to set the encryption for your
selected authentication method. Refer to the table below for a comparison of
the encryption settings. specify a 64-bit or a 128-bit WEP key. A 64-bit encryption
contains 10 hexadecimal digits or 5 ASCII characters. A 128-bit encryption
contains 26 hexadecimal digits or 13 ASCII characters.
Table 3-4: Encryption settings
Me thod Encryption Description
Open system
Shared Key
WPA-PSK
* W i r e d E qu i v a l ent Pr iv ac y
* * T em p o r a l K e y I n t e g r i t y P r o t o c ol
None No encryption
64-bit WEP* Contains 10 hexadecimal digits or
5 ASCII characters
128-bit WEP Contains 26 hexadecimal digits or
13 ASCII characters
TKIP** Contains 8 to 63 alpha-numeric characters
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3. Configuration
Securing your wireless communication using WEP encryption
To secure your wireless communicatio n using the WEP encryption:
1 . Assign the WEP encryption keys by manual or automatic generation.
Manual Assignment. For a 64-bit encryption, enter 1 0 hexadecimal
digits (0~9, a~f, A~F) or 5 ASCII characters in each of the four WEP
keys. For 128 -bit encryption enter 26 hexadecimal digits (0~9, a~f,
A~F) or 13 ASCII characters in each of the four WEP keys.
Automatic Generation. Type a co mbination of up to 64 letters,
numbers, or symbols in the Passphrase field. The Web Configuration
utility u ses an algorithm to generate four WEP keys based on the
typed combination.
2 . Specify the default WEP encryption key in the Default Key field.
3 . Click the Apply button when finished.
64-bit and 40-bit WEP keys use the same encryption method and
can interoperate on wireless networks. This lower level of WEP
encryption uses a 40-bit (10 hexadecimal digits assigned by the
user) secret key and a 24-bit Initialization Vector assigned by the
device. 104-bit and 128-bit WEP keys use the same encryption
method.
Keep a record of the WEP encryption keys
All wireless clients in a network must have identical WEP keys with
the access point to establish connection.
Securing your wireless communication using TKIP (WPA)
encryption
The SAA04-05224A implements the Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)-PSK
authentication meth od to secure communication to and from wireless
devices. This method uses the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP)
encryption.
To s e c u r e y o u r w i r e l e s s
communication using the TKIP:
1 . Select W PA - P S K as t he
Authentication Method.
2 . Type 8 ~ 63 alpha-numeric
characters in the P assph rase
field.
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3. Configuration
3 . Set the WPA Re-key Timer
(1 ~ 2147483 647 seconds). The
re-key timer allows you to set
the time interval before the WPA
group key is changed.
A shorter re-key interval provides a more secure wireless network.
Changing the network settings
The Ethernet Interface fields allow you to configure the SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A.
Inquire the correct network settings with your network administrator before changing any Ethernet interface settings.
Enable DHCP. When enabled, the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP) server auto matically assigns the IP address, Subnet Mask, and
Default Gateway of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
Use the following IP setting. Select this op tion to manually assign the
IP add ress, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway the SmartAnt SAA0405224A.
Click Apply after config uring the network settings. Otherwise, click
Restore to load the default values.
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3. Configuration
Access Control page
The MAC Access Control page allows you to control the wireless network
traffic by specifying the MAC addresses of wireless clients allowed to
estab lish connection to the SAA04-05224A.
To sp ecify the wireless clients allowed to establish connection to the
SAA04-05224A:
1 . Click , then select the Only allow Stations with MAC listed below
to access this device option. The MAC address fields are activated
2 . Type the MAC address(es) of the wireless clients allowed to establish
connectio n to the SAA04-05224A, then click Apply.
Selecting the Accept association requests from any station option
allows all wireless clients operating within the SAA04-05224A range
to establish connection.
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3. Configuration
Firmware Upgrade page
The Firmware Upgrade page displays the product ID, firmware version,
and regulation domain. This page allows you to:
1 . upgrade the firmware when it becomes outdated or corrupted, and
2 . change the log on password.
To upgrade the firmware:
The Power LED blinks continuously when the firmware is corrupted
or when the firmware upgrade fails.
1 . Download and save the latest firmware from the website.
2 . Launch the Web Configuration Utility, then go to the Firmware
Upgrade page.
3 . Click the Browse button to locate the new firmware file.
4 . Click Upgrade. A Firmwa re
Upgrading! message appears.
The browser refreshes after th e
firmware upgrade process is
completed.
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3. Configuration
To change the log on password:
1 . Type the new password in the New Password and Retype New
Password fields, then click Apply.
2 . A message appears indicating
that you have successfully
changed the log on password.
The b rowser refreshes with the
new password.
Use your new password when launching both the Wireless Setting
configuration window and Web Configuration utilities.
Regulation Domain
IEEE 802.11b/g networks are regulated worldwide since these
networks use the 2.4GHz ~ 2.5GHz ISM (Instrumentation, Scientific,
and Medical) Band. The SmartAnt SAA04 -05224A is shipped with a
default regulation domain allowed in your country/location.
The FCC (US) and ETSI (Europe) specify operation from 2.4 GHz to
2.48 35 GHz. For Japan, operation is specified as 2.4 GHz to 2.497
GHz. For each supported regulato ry domain, all channels marked
with “Yes” are supported. The channel center frequencies and CH ID
numbers are shown on the next p age.
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3. Configuration
Table 3-5: DSSS PHY frequency channel plan
Regula tory Domain
CH ID Frequency X’10' X’30' X’40'
FCC ETSI MKK
1 2412 MHz Yes Yes Yes
2 2417 MHz Yes Yes Yes
3 2422 MHz Yes Yes Yes
4 2427 MHz Yes Yes Yes
5 2432 MHz Yes Yes Yes
6 2437 MHz Yes Yes Yes
7 2442 MHz Yes Yes Yes
8 2447 MHz Yes Yes Yes
9 2452 MHz Yes Yes Yes
10 2457 MHz Yes Yes Yes
11 2462 MHz Yes Yes Yes
12 2467 MHz – Yes Yes
13 2472 MHz – Yes Yes
14 2484 MHz – – Yes
In a multiple cell network topology, overlapping and/or adjacent cells using
different channels can operate simultaneously without interference if the
distance between the center freq uencies is at least 30 MHz. Channel 14
is specifically for operation in Japan.
Table 3-6: Regulating bodies and allowed channels
Country Regulating body Allowed channels
Unites States FCC 1-11
Europe ETSI 1-13
Japan MKK 1-14
Use only the allowed channels when you set the SmartAnt SAA0405224A in access point mode.
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3. Configuration
Restoring the default values
The following are the default valu es of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
(in AP mode). You can resto re the default values by pressing the reset
button for more than five seconds.
Parameter Default value
Wireless Interface
SSID .................................................................. AP_XXXXXX
Response to broadcast SSID requests ...................... Enabled
Channel .............................................................. Channel 1
Operation mode .................................................... mixed
Transmit Rate ...................................................... Auto
Preamble ............................................................. Long
Authentication Method ........................................... Open System or Shared Key
Encryption ........................................................... None
Ethernet Interface
Enable DHCP....................................................... No (Disabled)
IP Address........................................................... 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask ........................................................ 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway ................................................... Blank
Access Control
Accept association requests from any station ............. Enabled
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3. Configuration
3.3.4 Changing the Ethernet adapter configuration
You must switch the device to Ethernet adapter mode using the mode
switch before changing any Ethernet adapter settings.
Simple Setup page
The Simple Setup page allows you to ch ange the basic Ethernet adapter
settings. You can use this page when settin g the SAA04-05224A SSID,
station mode, transmission rate, security, and when enabling the MAC
cloning and button scan mod e features.
SSID (Service Set Identifier). This field allows you to sp ecify the SSID
of the SmartAnt SAA04-05 224A in Ethernet adapter mode.
Operating Mode. This field allows you to select the operating mode for
the Ethernet adapter. In an Infrastructure mod e, the SmartAnt SAA0405224 A connects to an available AP. In Ad-hoc mode, the SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A connects to other wireless devices in the wireless network.
Select Ad-hoc mode when there is no available AP in your location.
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4. Using the device
Channel. Select the channel used by the AP (Infrastructure) or the wireless
device (Ad-hoc) to establish connection.
Station Mode. This field allows you to select the device wireless standard
while in Ethernet adapter mode. Selecting 8 02.11b/g allows the device to
connect to both wireless standards.
Transmission Rate. This field allows you to adjust the data transmission
rate between the SAA04-05 224A and the AP/wireless device.
Preamble. See page 23.
Authentication Method. See page 24.
Encryption. See page 24.
Pass Phrase. See page 25.
Default Key. See page 25.
MAC cloning. MAC cloning allows the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to use the
MAC address of the host computer in communicating with other wireless
devices. MAC cloning supports certain software applications and devices such
as Xbox and PlayStation® 2 game consoles.
Using the Button Scan Mode feature
The Button Scan Mode allows you to use the reset butto n to connect to
an access point (Infrastructure mode) or wireless device (Ad-hoc mode)
saved in the Profile Table of the configuration utility or in your location.
Save the profile of the wireless connection using the Site Survey window.
See the next sectio n for details.
You must save at least one wireless connection profile before using
the Button Scan Mode.
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4. Using the device
Scan Mode. This field allows you to select th e scan mode for button
scanning. Click to display available options.
Find the connection with the strongest link quality- When the reset button
is p ressed for less than 5 seconds, the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
connects to an AP or wireless device with the strongest link q uality.
Same as the above mode but only in the profile table - When the reset
button is pressed fo r less than 5 seconds, the SmartAnt SAA04-
05224A searches for an AP or wireless device in the Profile Table,
then connects to the one with the strongest link quality.
Same as the above mode but find extra site in my location- Wh en the
reset button is pressed for less than 5 seconds, the SmartAnt SAA04-
05224A searches for an AP or wireless device in the Profile Table and
in your location, then con nects to the one with the strongest link
quality.
Profile Scan (total x)- This mode allows you to connect to a saved wireless
network b y their sequence in the Profile Table. Press the reset button
once to connect to the first wireless connection in the Profile Table.
Press again to connect to the second wireless connection, and so
on.
For example, if you have three saved profiles in the profile table, the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A automatically connects to the first profile.
Press th e reset button to connect to the second saved profile. Press
the reset butto n again to connect to the third saved profile.
Specified profile scan (just no. x)- When the reset button is p ressed for
less than 5 seconds, the SmartAn t SAA04-05224A automatically
connects to the specified pro file. The saved profiles are numbered
from 1 ~ x. You must select the profile numb er using the Specified
Profile field.
When using the Alphabet Scan, the AP or wireless device you wish
to connect to must have a disabled WEP encryption and available
SSID.
Specified Profile. This field allows you to select a saved wireless network
in the Profile Table. The SmartAnt SAA04 -05224A automatically
connects to the selected pro file when Scan Mode is set to Specified
profile scan.
Click Apply when don e. Otherwise, click Restore to load the default
valu es.
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4. Using the device
Site Survey page
The Site Survey pag e displays the Station Status, and allows you to
scan and connect to available wireless networks within the SAA04-05224A
range. This page also allows you to save a wireless connection in the
Profile Table for the Button Scan Mode feature.
Station Status
The Station Status fields displays the device wireless network connection
SSID, operatin g mode, and encryption setting s. You can use these
information when you connect to an available wireless connection in the
Site Survey table.
Site Survey
The Site Survey tab le lists the available wireless networks within the
device range. The table displays the following wireless network information.
BSSID. The Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID) is the IEEE MAC
ad dress of the wireless network.
SSID. SSID refers to the service set identifier of the wireless netwo rk.
CH. The direct sequen ce channel used by the wireless network.
RSSI. Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) is a measu rement of
co nnection strength in dBm.
Type. Tells whether a wireless network is in access point (AP) or
station (STA) mo de.
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To scan available wireless network(s) in your location:
1 . Click the Survey button on the
b ottom of the page. A Site
Scanning windo w appears.
2 . The utility displays the available
wireless network(s) in the Site
Survey table.
To connect to an available wireless network with known SSID and disabled
encryption:
1 . From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network you intend to
join.
Take note of the icon preceding the wireless network for easy identification. Refer to page 3-8 for details on wireless network icons.
2 . Click to select th e number of the wireless network you intend to
join, then click the Join butto n.
A message appears in the browser indicatin g th at you have
successfully joined the wireless network.
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4. Using the device
To connect to an available wireless network with a hidden SSID and disabled
encryption:
1 . From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network (with a hidden
SSID and disabled encryption) you intend to join.
2 . Click to select the number of the wireless network you intend to
join, then click the Join butto n.
3 . Click OK when this win dow
appears.
Inquire the wireless network
S S I D w it h th e ne t w o rk
administrator.
4 . Enter the SSID of the wireless network in the SSID field, then click
Apply.
A message appears in the
browser indicating that you have
successfully joined the wireless
network.
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4. Using the device
To connect to an available wireless network with a hidden SSID and enabled
encryption:
1 . From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network (with a hidden
SSID and enabled encryption) you intend to join.
2 . Click to select th e number of the wireless network you intend to
join, then click the Join butto n.
3 . Click OK when this wind ow
appears.
Inquire the wireless network
SSID and encryption settings with
the network administrator.
4 . Enter the SSID of the wireless network, then select the Authentication
Method and Encryption. When done, enter the encryp tion keys in
the key fields, then click Apply.
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4. Using the device
A message appears in the browser
indicating that you have
successfully joined the wireless
network.
To connect to an available wireless network with a known SSID and enabled
encryption:
1 . From the Site Survey table, select the wireless network (with a known
SSID and enabled encryption) you intend to join.
2 . Click to select th e number of the wireless network you intend to
join, then click the Join butto n.
3 . Click OK when this window appears.
4. Click OK when th is window
appears.
Inquire the wireless network encryption settings with the network administrator.
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4. Using the device
4 . Select the Authentication Method and Encryption of the wireless
network you intend to join, then enter the encryption keys in the key
fields. Click Apply when finished.
A message appears in the
browser indicating that you have
successfully joined the wireless
network.
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4. Using the device
Profile Table
The Profile Table allo ws you to view or delete saved wireless networks.
The table displays the sav ed wireless network SSID, channel, security
settings, and network type. Click the Profile Table link to view the Profile
Table.
Saved wireless networks are preceded by an icon for easy identification.
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4. Using the device
To save a wireless network in the Profile Table:
1 . From the Site Survey page, select the wireless network you intend
to join.
2 . Click to select the number of the selected wireless network, then
click th e Join button.
3 . When the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is associated with the wireless
network, click the Save butto n.
4 . The Profile Table appears with the saved wireless network. Click Back
to return to the previous page.
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4. Using the device
The saved wireless networks in the Profile Table corresponds to the number
of profiles available for the Button Scan Mode feature.
For example, if you saved three wireless networks in the Profile Table,
then three profiles are available for button scanning
• The profile number represents the sequence of the saved wireless networks in the profile table.
• Refer to page 3-24 to 3-25 for details on the Button Scan Mode
feature.
To delete a wireless network from the Profile Table:
1 . Open the Profile Table by clicking the Profile Table link.
2 . Select the wireless network you intend to delete, then check the
Delete? box o pposite it.
3 . Click the Delete button. The browser displays the Profile Table after
the wireless network is deleted.
4 . Click the Back button to return to the previous window.
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4. Using the device
Restoring the default values
The following are the default valu es of the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
(Ethernet adapter mode). You may resto re these values by pressing the
reset button for more than five second s.
Parameter Default value
Wireless Interface
SSID .................................................................. ANY
Operating Mode .................................................... Infrastructure Mode
Channel .............................................................. Auto
Station Mode........................................................ 802.11b/g
Transmission Rate ................................................ Automatic
Preamble ............................................................. Long
Authentication Method ........................................... Open System
Encryption ........................................................... None
MAC Cloning ........................................................ Disabled
Button Scan Mode
Enable Buttong Scanning ........................................ Enabled
Scan Mode .......................................................... Find the connection with the
......................................................................... strongest link quality
Specified Profile .................................................... No Saved profile
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3.4 Firmware Restoration
The Firmware Restoration utility is a rescue tool for an SmartAnt SAA04-
05224A that failed during a previous firmware upload. This utility is available
in the support CD that came with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A package.
A failed firmware upgrade causes the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to enter
a failure mode. Use the Firmware Restoration utility to find and upload a
new firmware for the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
To restore the firmware:
1 . Visit the website to download the latest firmware for the device.
2 . Launch the Firmware Restoration utility from the Windows
by clicking Start > All Programs > Wireless AP > Firmware
Restoration.
3 . The Firmware Restoration window appears.
®
desktop
4 . Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file.
5 . After selecting the firmware file, click the Upload button to begin the
firmware restoration.
The resto ration process takes about 3 to 4 minutes to finish. During
restoration, the Power, and Wireless LEDs remain lit, while the Ethernet
LED flashes slowly.
If you have problems uploading a firmware while using a network
hub, try connecting your computer directly to the LAN port.
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4. Using the device
4.1 Using the device in a local network
You can use the SAA04-05224A to connect a wireless LAN-enabled computer
to a local network with or without a DHCP server.
To connect a wireless LAN-enabled computer to a local network:
1. Switch the SAA04-05224A to AP mode. (Default SSID: AP_xxxxxx), then
turn on the device.
2. Connect one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of the
device and the other end to the Ethernet port of the local network.
3. Use the wireless LAN adapter software in the wireless LAN-enabled computer
to perform a Site Survey. Make sure the computer’s wireless LAN adapter
is set to Infrastructure mode.
4. Establish connection with the SAA04-05224A.
5. Set the IP configuration of the computer to establish connection to the local
network. Verify your connection.
Use the Wireless Setting Utility to change the SAA04-05224A SSID
or encryption settings.
4.2 Replacing the computer Ethernet cables
You can use the SAA04-052 24A to replace your wireless LAN-enabled
computer cable connection to an ADSL or cable modem.
To do this:
1 . Switch the SAA04-05224A to AP mode. (Default SSID: AP_xxxxxx),
then turn on the device.
2 . Connect one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of
the device and the other end to the Ethernet port of the ADSL or cable
mo dem.
3 . Use the wireless LAN adapter software in the wireless LAN-enabled
computer to perform a Site Survey. Make sure the computer’s wireless
LAN adapter is set to Infrastructure mode.
4 . Establish connection with the SAA04-05224A.
5 . Set the IP configuration of the computer to establish connection to
the local network. Verify your connection.
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4.3 Replacing cable connections of other devices
You can also use the SAA04-05224A to replace your Xbox, PlayStation
2, or set-top box network cable connection. To do this:
1. Switch the SAA04-05224A to Ethernet adapter mode using the mode
switch. (Default SSID: ANY)
2. Place the SAA04-05224A nearest the AP you wish to connect, then turn
on the device.
3. Connect one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the Ethernet port of the
device and the other end to the Xbox, PlayStation® 2, or set-top box
Ethernet port.
4. Set the IP address of the Xbox, PlayStation® 2, or set-top box to establish
connection to the local network. Verify your connection.
Make sure the SAA04-05224A MAC cloning feature is enabled when
using the device in this setup. Use the Wireless Setting Utility to
enable MAC cloning. See page 3-24 for details on MAC cloning.
4.4 Sharing Internet connection with other PCs
Refer to the typical network configuration below and a table on the next page for
information on Internet connection sharing with other computers in your office
or home network.
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þ
ADSL/Cable modem
Use the mode switch to set the SAA04-05224A to AP mode before
sharing an Internet connection with other computers in your network.
Table 4-1: Internet connection sharing matrix
If your Internet Then set the IP of Numbe r of allowe d
conne ction is other computer(s) Internet connections
xDSL1 with dynamic IP ISP automatic ally assigns Depends o n the Inte rnet (PPPoE
accoun t) the IP (usin g PPPoE dial -up) Service Prov ider (ISP)
xDSL with static IP to the provided static IP Depends on the Internet
xDSL/Cable with a The DH CP ser ver Depends on the DH CP router and
enable D HCP3 server automatically assigns the IP server, usually about 253
1
xDSL
¡C
ADSL
2
PPPoE
3
DHCP
(Asymmet ric Digit al Subscri ber Line) o r
¡CPoint-to-Point over Eth ernet
¡CDynamic Host Configuratio n Protocol
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Service Provider (ISP)
DSL
(Digit al Subscriber Line)
Wireless computerInternet
2
Troubleshooting
This troubleshooting guide provides solutions to some common problems that you may encounter while installing and/or using SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A. These problems require simple troubleshooting that
you can perform by yourself. Contact the Technical Support if you
encounter problems not mentioned in this section.
Problem Action
The SmartAnt SAA04-05224A does
not power up.
Other devices cannot
communicate with the SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A through a wired
network connection.
• Use a test meter to measure the
voltage output of the power source
through the power plug.
• Check if the power plug is properly
connected to the device.
• Verify your network configuration to
ensure that there is no IP address
duplication. Turn off the device in
question, then ping the assigned IP
address of the device. Make sure
no other device responds to that
address.
• Check if the cables have the
proper pin outs and connectors.
You may also use another LAN
cable.
• Make sure the hub, switch, or
computer connected to the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
supports 10Mbps or 100Mbps
speed.
Do this by check the SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A and the Hub
LEDs. When you connect the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to a
10/100 Mbps hub, both the Hub
LED and the SmartAnt SAA0405224A Ethernet LEDs should
light up.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Action
Observe the hub LED if you are not
sure what speed the hub supports.
My WLAN card can not associate
with the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
• Make sure your WLAN card has
the same specifications as the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A (IEEE
802.11b/g).
• Minimize the distance between the
devices. The WLAN card may be
out of range of the SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A.
• Check if the SmartAnt SAA0405224A and the WLAN card have
the same SSID.
• When encryption is enabled,
check if the SmartAnt SAA0405224A and the WLAN card have
the same encryption settings.
• Check if the Wireless LED of the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is on.
• When the Access Control table is
enabled, check if the MAC
address of the WLAN card is
included in the Access Control
table.
• Check if the SmartAnt SAA0405224A is in Access Point mode.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Action
The throughput seems slow.
I can not access the Pocket
Wireless AP web configuration
page.
Avoid placing the device behind a
metal object. Clear obstacles between
the AP and the device. Try moving the
client closer to the SmartAnt SAA0405224A and check if the throughput
increases. Consider adding a second
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to
implement roaming.
To access the SmartAnt SAA0405224A web configuration page, your
computer must have the same subnet
as that of the SmartAnt SAA0405224A.
Adjust your network if your computer’s
subnet does not match that of the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
The default IP address of the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A is 192.168.
1.1 In special cases, when the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A in Ethernet
adapter mode joins an AP network with
the same IP address, reset the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A to access
the Web Configuration utility again.
Where can I get a firmware file to
upgr ade the SmartAnt SAA0405224A?
You may download the latest firmware
file from the website (www.smartant.
com).
Use the Firmware Upgrade page in the
Web Configuration utility to update the
SmartAnt SAA04-05224A firmware.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Action
The SmartAnt SA A04-05224A
Power LED continuously blinks for
more than a minute.
A wireless client wants to connect
to the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
but can not get the correct IP from
the DHCP server.
SAA04-05224A has an enabled
DHCP.)
(The SmartAnt
Turn off the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A.
Turn the device again and observe if
the Power LED stops blinking.
If the blinking continues, you need to
restore the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
firmware. Use the Firmware
Restoration utility to restore or update
the SmartAnt SAA04-05224A
firmware.
Make sure the DHCP server is
working properly. Some DHCP
servers can only assign one IP
address at a time. In this case, assign
a fixed IP address to your SmartAnt
SAA04-05224A.
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Specifications:
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