SMC Networks SMC2755W User Manual

EZ Connect

802.11a Wireless Access Point

◆ Protocol-independent networking functionality

◆ 54Mbps data rate per channel (up to 72 Mbps in turbo

mode): offers a high data rate and reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs

◆ Coverage area up to 1650 feet

◆ Seamless connectivity to wired 10/100Mbps Ethernet

LANs augments existing networks quickly and easily

◆ 64/128/152-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) support

◆ Omni-directional antenna

◆ Easy installation

User Guide

SMC2755W

EZ Connect

User Guide

From SMC’s EZ line of low-cost workgroup LAN solutions

6 Hughes Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 707-2400

December 2001 Part No: 01-111320-006 Pub #: 150000013800AR01

Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.

SMC Networks, Inc.

6 Hughes

Irvine, CA 92618

Trademarks:

SMC is a registered trademark; and EZ Connect is a trademark of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

IMITED

Limited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All SMC products carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from the date of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller. SMC may, at its own discretion, repair or replace any product not operating as warranted with a similar or functionally equivalent product, during the applicable warranty term. SMC will endeavor to repair or replace any product returned under warranty within 30 days of receipt of the product.

The standard limited warranty can be upgraded to a Limited Lifetime* warranty by registering new products within 30 days of purchase from SMC or its Authorized Reseller. Registration can be accomplished via the enclosed product registration card or online via the SMC web site. Failure to register will not affect the standard limited warranty. The Limited Lifetime warranty covers a product during the Life of that Product, which is defined as the period of time during which the product is an “Active” SMC product. A product is considered to be “Active” while it is listed on the current SMC price list. As new technologies emerge, older technologies become obsolete and SMC will, at its discretion, replace an older product in its product line with one that incorporates these newer technologies. At that point, the obsolete product is discontinued and is no longer an “Active” SMC product. A list of discontinued products with their respective dates of discontinuance can be found at:

http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=customer_service_warranty

All products that are replaced become the property of SMC. Replacement products may be either new or reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product carries either a 30-day limited warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty, whichever is longer. SMC is not responsible for any custom software or firmware, configuration information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to SMC pursuant to any warranty. Products returned to SMC should have any customer-installed accessory or add-on components, such as expansion modules, removed prior to returning the product for replacement. SMC is not responsible for these items if they are returned with the product.

Customers must contact SMC for a Return Material Authorization number prior to returning any product to SMC. Proof of purchase may be required. Any product returned to SMC without a valid Return Material Authorization (RMA) number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be returned to customer at customer's expense. For warranty claims within North America, please call our toll-free customer support number at (800) 762-4968. Customers are responsible for all shipping charges from their facility to SMC. SMC is responsible for return shipping charges from SMC to customer.

ARRANTY

IMITED WARRANTY

WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN SMC PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT IN QUESTION, AT SMC’S OPTION. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SMC NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. SMC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER'S OR ANY THIRD PERSON'S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OR OTHER HAZARD.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: IN NO EVENT, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), SHALL SMC BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF ITS PRODUCTS, EVEN IF SMC OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE TAKEN TO AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.

* SMC will provide warranty service for one year following discontinuance from the active SMC price list. Under the limited lifetime warranty, internal and external power supplies, fans, and cables are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase.

SMC Networks, Inc.

6 Hughes

Irvine, CA 92618

OMPLIANCES

FCC - Class B

FCC ID: HEDACCWA5001

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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the 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 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

Industry Canada - Class B

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications.

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NTRODUCTION

SMC’s EZ Connect 802.11a Wireless Access Point (SMC2755W) is an access point that provides transparent, wireless high speed data communications between the wired LAN (and/or within the wireless network) and fixed, portable or mobile devices equipped with a 802.11a wireless adapter (such as SMC2735W) employing the same radio modulation.

This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Using this new

802.11a technology, the EZ Connect Wireless Access Point can

easily replace a 10Mbps Ethernet connection or seamlessly integrate into a newer 10/100 Ethernet LAN.

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Package Checklist

The EZ Connect 802.11a Wireless Access Point package includes:

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• One EZ Connect Wireless Access Point (SMC2755W)

• One 3.3 V DC power adapter

• One installation CD-ROM which includes User Guide and the

802.11a Utility Program

• This User Guide

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Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at www.smc.com.

Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it.

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Hardware Description

Ethernet Compatibility

SMC’s Wireless Access Point can attach directly to 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX (twisted -pair) Ethernet LAN segments. These segments must conform to the IEEE 802.3 specification.

The Access Point appears as an Ethernet node and performs a routing function by moving packets from the wired LAN to remote workstations on the wireless infrastructure.

Radio Characteristics

The Wireless Access Point uses a radio modulation technique known as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), and a shared collision domain (CSMA/CA). It operates at the 5GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) band with turbo mode. Data is transmitted over a half-duplex radio channel operating at up to 72 Megabits per second (Mbps) in the turbo mode, and with a maximum operating range up to 1650 feet.

Applications

The EZ Connect Wireless products offer a high speed, reliable, cost-effective solution for 10/100Mbps wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as:

• Remote access to corporate network information

E-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation

• Difficult-to-wire environments

Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ

• Frequently changing environments

Retailers, manufacturers and banks which frequently rearrange the workplace or change location

• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak times

Trade shows, exhibitions and construction sites which need temporary setup for a short time period. Retailers, airline and shipping companies which need additional workstations for a peak period. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites.

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• Access to databases for mobile workers

Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-collar workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store or an office campus.

• SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users

SOHO users who need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.

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LED Indicators

The Wireless Access Point includes three status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table.

Power

Ethernet

Link/Activity

LED Status Description

Power On Indicates the power is being supplied.

Flashing Indicates -

• running a self-test

• loading software program

• system errors (refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 36 for details)

Ethernet Link/Activity (Green)

Ethernet Link/Activity (Amber)

Wireless Link/Activity On Indicates a valid wireless link.

On Indicates a valid 100Mbps Ethernet cable

Flashing Indicates that the Access Point is

On Indicates a valid 10Mbps Ethernet cable

Flashing Indicates that the Access Point is

Very Slow Flashing

Slow Flashing

Fast Flashing Indicates that the Access Point is

link.

transmitting or receiving data on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. Blinking rate is proportional to your network activity.

link.

transmitting or receiving data on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN. Blinking rate is proportional to your network activity.

Searches for network association.

Associated with network but no activity.

transmitting or receiving data through wireless links. Blinking rate is proportional to your network activity.

Wireless

Link/Activity

System Requirements

Before you install the Wireless Access Point, be sure you can meet the following requirements:

• An A/C power outlet (100~240 V, 50~60 Hz) which will supply power for the Access Point

• An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on a 10/100Mbps Ethernet hub or switch

• 802.11a compliant wireless Ethernet adapters with TCP/IP compatible protocol installed

• Web browser for configuration

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ARDWARE INSTALLATION

SMC2755W - Top Panel

EZ Connect

802.11a Wireless Access Point SMC2755W

1. Select the Site – Choose a proper place for your SMC2755W Wireless Access Point. In general, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight to all wireless devices.

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2. Placement of the Wireless Access Point – Proper placement will improve performance. Try to place the Access Point in a position that can best cover its BSS (refer to page 34). Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance.

SMC2755W - Rear Panel

Reset Button

3.3V 4AMAX

RJ-45

Connector

3.3 V DC

Power Socket

3. Connect the Ethernet Cable – The SMC2755W can be wired to a 10/100Mbps Ethernet through a network device such as a hub or a switch. Connect to the RJ-45 connector socket on the back panel with category 3, 4 or 5 UTP Ethernet cable and an RJ-45 connector.

4. Connect the Power Cable – Connect the power adapter cable to the 3.3 V DC power socket on the rear panel.

Warning: USE ONLY the power adapter supplied with the

SMC2755W. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.

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The CD-ROM that comes with the package contains a utility program for the EZ Connect Wireless Access Point. Any updates can be downloaded from SMC’s Web site at:

http://www.smc.com

Note: Check the SMC website for more support options (See

“Troubleshooting” on page 36). You can access the online support options at:

http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech_support_support_tools

The SMC2755W can be configured over an Ethernet network using RJ-45 cable. You may connect the SMC2755W to a network device such as a hub or switch. Then, run the utility program, and configure the SMC2755W remotely as described below.

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ONFIGURATION

Windows Installation (98/2000/Me/NT/XP)

1. Insert the CD-ROM that comes with the package into the CD-ROM drive on your PC, and then enter the following command: “D:\utility\setup.” Follow the on-screen instructions to install the utility program.

2. After you finish the installed utility, choose “Programs,” then “SMC EZ Connect 802.11a,” and select “EZ Connect 802.11a Configuration Utility,” from the “Start” menu.

3. The program will then detect all the SMC2755W Wireless Access Point(s) on the network. (Default SMC2755W IP address is “192.168.1.20”.)

4. If DHCP is turned “ON” (default setting is “Disable,” page 21) and a DHCP server is located on the network, then the Access Point will automatically be assigned an IP address when booted. From the list of detected devices (see the above screen), select and double-click on the unit you want to configure.

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