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22Mbps Wireless Network
Access Point User Manual
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Manufacturer's Disclaimer Statement
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with respect to the quality, accuracy or fitness for any particular purpose of this document. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the content of this document and/or the products associated with it at any time without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This document contains materials protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, by any means or for any purpose without expressed written consent of its authors. Product names appearing in this document are mentioned for identification purchases only. All trademarks, product names or brand names appearing in this document are registered property of their respective owners.
FCC STATEMENT
This product has been tested and complies with the specifications 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 according to 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 is found 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:
l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna l Increase the separation between the equipment or devices l Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s l Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technic ian for assistance
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................................................................5
PRODUCT FEATURES ........................................................................................................................................................................5
SYSTEM REQ UIREMENTS.................................................................................................................................................................6
GETTING STARTED .......................................................................................................................................................................7
GETTING TO KNOW THE WIRELESS N ETWORK ACCESS POINT ................................................................................................7
WIRELESS NETWORK ACCESS POINT’S PORTS............................................................................................................7
WIRELESS NETWORK ACCESS POINT’S LEDS ..............................................................................................................7
CONNECTING THE WIRELESS N ETWORK ACCESS POINT ...........................................................................................................8
SETTING UP THE WIRELESS NETWORK A CCESS POINT .............................................................................................................8
CONFIGURING YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT................................ .........................................................................9
CONFIGURATION MENU................................................................................................................................................................10
Getting Started With Setup Wizard........................................................................................................................................12
Status Page ................................................................................................................................................................................14
Basic Setting ................................ .............................................................................................................................................16
IP Setting...................................................................................................................................................................................18
Advanced Setting......................................................................................................................................................................20
Security......................................................................................................................................................................................23
802.1x.........................................................................................................................................................................................26
Tools ...........................................................................................................................................................................................28
USING AP 22M UTILITY FOR MANAG EMENT................................................................................................................29
INSTALLING AP 22M UTILITY.....................................................................................................................................................29
M ANAGE AND C ONFIGURE ACCESS POINT WITH 22M AP UTILITY.......................................................................................33
Link Information......................................................................................................................................................................34
AP Settings................................................................................................................................................................................35
IP Settings.................................................................................................................................................................................38
WEP Settings............................................................................................................................................................................39
802.1x Settings .........................................................................................................................................................................40
APPENDIX A: TROUBLES HOOTING....................................................................................................................................41
APPENDIX B: NETWORKI NG BASIS ....................................................................................................................................47
APPENDIX C: 802.1X A UTHENTICATION SETUP...........................................................................................................61
802.1X AUTHENTICATION INFRASTRUCTURE............................................................................................................................61
SUPPLICANT: WIRELESS NETWORK PC CARD..........................................................................................................................62
AUTHENTICATOR: WIRELESS N ETWORK ACCESS POINT .........................................................................................................81
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RADIUS SERVER: WINDOW2000 SERVER ...................................................................................................................................82
APPENDIX D: GLOSSARY ....................................................................................................................................................... 104
APPENDIX E: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................................108
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INTRODUCTION
The Wireless Access Point delivers enhanced IEEE 802.1b high performance for up to 22mbps, which is double of that offered by most of the Access Points in the current market.
The 22mbps high data rate is made possible by utilizing advanced TI technology, which incorporates the new PBCC for modulation method. Unlike the ordinary CCK modulation, not only the new PBCC modulation method offers double data rate for up to 22mbps, but also it gives 20% more distance coverage.
The 22mbps Wireless Access Point is fully compatible with other 11mbps wireless devices. The easy-to-use web based configuration utility is independent of operation systems, and can be accessed through most of the web browsers that are Javascript enabled.
The enhanced fu nctions offered by the Wireless Access Point, e.g., DHCP server and 4 different operation modes, allow the users to share resources and information, e.g., files and printers, and enjoy the freedom of networking wirelessly.
The 22mbps Wireless Access Point is an ideal wireless device for SOHO and small office, which can also be integrated to large networks as well. Please take a moment to read through this manual and get acquainted with our 22mpbs Wireless Access Point.
Product Features
Ø Fully compatible with IEEE 802.11b standard for wireless and 802.3 for LAN connection. Ø Interoperable with existing IEEE 802.11b standard devices. Ø Supports new data modulation PBCC technology from Text Instrument, which allows high
data with double speed of right up to 22mbps.
Ø 20% more transmitting and receiving coverage supported by PBCC modulation. Ø 4X mode achieving real throughput of over 12Mbps is available. Ø Supports auto data rate fallback under noisy environment or longer distance. Ø Enhanced security on WEP encryption from 64, 128 to a maximum of 256 bits. Ø Supports 802.1x to further ensure wireless network security. Ø Built-in DHCP server Ø 4 AP operating modes available to fulfill your needs:
1. AP
2. AP Client
3. AP Bridge (Point -to-Point and Multi-Point)
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4. Repeater
Ø Easy setup and installation with web-based configuration utility. Ø AP management utility running on PC to make it easy to manage and configure all the AP in
the same network.
System Requirements
Ø Windows 95, 98, 98SE, Millennium, NT, 2000 and XP computers Ø Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher Ø One CD -ROM drive Ø At least one RJ-45 Ethernet network adapter installed
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GETTING STARTED
Getting To Know The Wireless Network Access Point
WIRELESS NETWORK ACCESS POINT’S PORTS
Ø Power Receptor Ø Reset Button Ø MDII RJ-45 Ethernet Port
- Straight-Through cable is required to connect with router or switch.
- Cross-Over cable is required to connect to computer directly
WIRELESS NETWORK ACCESS POINT’S LEDS
Ø Power LED
ON when the unit is powered up
Ø LAN LED
ON indicates LAN connection; blink indicates LAN activity
Ø WLAN LED
ON indicates WLAN is working; blink indicates wireless activity
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Connecting The Wireless Network Access Point
In order to setup an Infrastructure of a wireless network such as the example shown above, you will need the following:
1. A broadband Internet connection.
2. ADSL or Cable modem provided by your ISP as part of the broadband connection installation.
3. A Router that connects to the ADSL/Cable modem for Internet connection sharing.
4. An Access Point to connect with the Router to for m a wireless infrastructure network.
5. Wireless clients equipped with wireless networking devices such as wireless PC Card for wireless connection.
Setting Up The Wireless Network Access Point
The 22mbps Access Point is designed to be working right out of the box. Any changes of the default settings can be easily made through the web-based configuration menu using web browser, such as Internet Explorer. Please go through this chapter carefully for the Access Point setup.
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CONFIGURING YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT
The web-based configuration menu provides user friendly graphic design for easy configuration. Please go through the following check list before you consider using the configuration menu.
1. You will need a JavaScript enabled web browser such as Internet Explorer v5.5 or higher and
Netscape v4.0 or higher.
2. The Ethernet network adapter must be working properly. Please refer to Troubleshooting
section for details.
3. If you are connecting the Access Point through a router or a local area network, which has
DHCP server enabled, you will not need to assign a static IP address to the computer that you are using to configure the Access Point. Please go to check item no. 6
4. If you are not connecting the Access Point through a router or a local area network, which has
DHCP server enabled, you will need to assign a static IP address to the computer that you are using to configure the Access Point.
5. The IP address assigned to the computer that you are using to configure the Access Point must
be in the same IP address range as Access Point’s. Please refer to Networking Basis section to learn more about assigning IP address.
6. The power jack must be properly inserted to make sure that the Access Point is powered.
The Default Settings of the 22mbps Access Point:
IP Addres s 192.168.1.1 User Name admin
Password admin ESSID wireless Channel 6 WEP disabled
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Configuration Menu
You can access the configuration menu anytime by opening up an web browser window, and type in the IP address of the Access Point. The default I P address of the Access Point is shown below.
Open web browser window Type in IP address Press “Enter” or “Go”
The IP address shown above is the default IP address for the Access Point. Use this IP
Note!
address when connecting to a network consisting of Access Points set to default settings. If the IP address of the Access Point is being changed to comply with the network, then type in the IP address in the Address field of the web browser, instead of the default IP address.
Type in “user name ” Type in “password”
Click “OK”
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Note! The default username is “admin” and the default password is also “admin”.
The configuration menu will appear. You can configure and get information about the Access Point by going through each tab. Here Status page is displayed.
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Getting Started With Setup Wizard
Setup wizard is provided as part of the web configuration utility. You can simply follow the step-by-step process to get your Access Point configured and ready for running in 4 easy steps by clicking on the “ click “Next” to continue.
Wizard
” button on the function menu. The following screen w ill appear. Please
Step 1: Set Password
The Access Point is password protected to prevent unauthorized modification to your configuration. You can change to new password if you wish, otherwise simply click “Next” to continue.
After entering the new password in both text boxes, click “ continue.
Next
” to
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Step 2: Set WLAN Connection
Enter the SSID that you would like to use and select the channel of operation, then click “Next” to continue.
Step 3: Set WEP Encryption
You may enable the WEP security by selecting “ simply click “Next” to continue Select one of the WEP encryption
Enabled
”, otherwise,
key size and enter the value of the key in the Key text box, then click “Next” to continue.
Note! There are 3 key sizes to choose
from, 64, 128 and 256 Bit, however 256 Bit will only be supported with 22Mbps series products.
Step 4: Restart
The Setup wizard is now completed. The new settings will be effective after the Access Point restarts. Click “ Point.
Restart
” to reboot the Access
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The Access Point is now rebooting, click “ wizard window and go back to the main menu.
” to close the Setup
Close
Status Page
This page displays the following information.
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Firmware Version: Shows the current firmware version
Shows the Mac address, IP address (default: 192.168.1.1), Subnet Mask, Gateway Address.
LAN:
The current LAN traffic calculated in terms of number of packets sent and received by AP through wired connection is also displayed. Wireless: Shows the Mac address, current ESSID, the status of Encryption Function (Enable or Disable), the current using channel. The current wireless traffic calculated in terms of number of packets sent and received by AP through wireless communication is also displayed.
View Log:
the time that it happens.
Upon clicked, the page will change to log page. The log page records every event and
You may clear the entries recorded in the log by clicking the “ screen to show the latest log entries by clicking the “Refresh” button.
Clear Log
” but ton, and refresh the
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Basic Setting
This is the page where you can change the basic settings of the Access Point with the minimum amount of effort to adjust a secure wireless network.
AP Name: Name of the AP, which can be used to identify the Access Point among the all the Access Points in the wireless network. SSID: Service Set Identifier, which is a unique name shared among all clients and nodes in a wireless network. The SSID must be identical for each clients and nodes in the wireless network. Channel: The value of channel that AP will operate in. You can select the channel range of 1 to 11 for North America (FCC) domain, 1 to 13 for European (ETSI) domain and 1 to 14 for Japanese domain.
WEP Key:
are 3 type of WEP keys to choose from, 64bits, 128bits and 256bits. When one of the 3 WEP key options is selected, you must enter the value of one of the four Keys in ASCII or HEX format. You can also enter the values for all four WEP keys, and select one to use.
Note!
Access Point must also have WEP enabled with the identical WEP Key value entered. For the changes made to any of the items above to be effective, click “Apply”.
To disable WEP security, click on the “Disable ” option. To enable WEP security, there
When AP’s WEP security is enabled, all the wireless clients that wish to connect to the
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The new settings are now been saved to Access Point and will be effective once the Access Point restarts. Click “
Back
” to go back to Basic Setting page.
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IP Setting
This is the page where you configure the IP and DHCP settings of the Access Point.
The default IP address of the Access Point is 192.168.1.1 with the Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0. You can type in other values for IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway and click “Apply” button for the changes to be effective.
You can also set the Access Point to obtain the IP from a DHCP server, but it is not recommended. Once set, it will be difficult to determine the dynamic IP assigned to the Access Point. Select the option “Obtain IP Automatically” and click “
DHCP Server:
It’s not recommended to enable the DHCP Server if you have a DHCP server running in your LAN network, for it will cause possible IP assignment conflict. Enable the DHCP server function by selecting the option “On”, and enter the IP range.
Click “OK” to close pop -up box. Click “
Apply
” button for the changes to be effective.
Apply
” for the changes to be effective.
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The new settings are now been saved to Access Point and will be effective once the Access Point restarts. Click “
” to go back to Basic Setting page.
Back
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Advanced Setting
This page contains configurations for advanced users, which the change will reflect the wireless performance and operating modes.
AP Mode:
Select one of the AP operating modes for different application of Access Point.
1. AP – The normal Access Point operating mode which forms a wireless ESS network with its wireless clients.
2. AP Client – Acts as an Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge, which allows a LAN or a single computer station to join a wireless ESS network through it. You must make sure that the SSID and Channel is set to the same as that used by the AP you wish to connect.
Remote AP BSS ID
that you wish to get connected. Please note that if you leave Mac address as 000000000000, then you will get connected by the SSID that is set in you AP.
: key in the LAN Mac address (NOT wireless Mac address) of the AP
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3. Wireless Bridge – A pair of APs operating under Bridge mode to act as the bridge that connects two Ethernet networks or Ethernet enabled clients together. You must make sure that the SSID and Channel is set to the same as that used by the AP you wish to connect. The “Remote Bridge MAC” is where you enter the MAC address of the other AP that you connect to setup the wireless bridge.
Remote Bridge MAC filed
of the AP that you wish to get connected.
4. Multiple Bridge – A group of APs which consists of two or more APs operating under Multiple Bridge mode, that can connect two or more Ethernet networks or Ethernet enabled clients together. The way that multiple bridge setup is based on the topology of Ad-Hoc mode.
Beacon Interval: To set the period of time in milliseconds that AP sends out a beacon. Default is 100 milliseconds.
RTS Threshold:
To set the size of RTS/CTS packet size. Default is 2432 bytes.
: key in the
LAN Mac address
(NOT wireless Mac address)
Fragmentation Threshold
directed messages. Default is 2436 bytes.
DTIM Interval: This value indicates the interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM). A DTIM field is a countdown field informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages. When the Access Point has buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Access Point Clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages.
Authentication Type: The Authentication Type default is set to Open System, and you may want to set to Shared Key when the clients and AP in the same wireless network enable the WEP encryption. All the nodes and hosts on the network must use the same authentication type. It’s recommend that you use the default setting.
Preamble Type:
circuitry to reach steady-state demodulation and synchronization of bit clock and frame start. Two different preambles and headers are defined: the mandatory supported Long Preamble and header,
Preamble is a sequence of bits transmitted at 1Mbps that allows the PHY
: To set the number of bytes used for the fragmentation boundary for
which interoperates with the 1 Mbit/s and 2 Mbit/s DSSS specification (as described in IEEE Std
802.11), and an optional Short Preamble and header (as described in IEEE Std 802.11b). At the
receiver, the Preamble and header are processed to aid in demodulation and delivery of the PSDU. The Short Preamble and header may be used to minimize overhead and, thus, maximize the network
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data throughput. However, the Short Preamble is supported only from the IEEE 802.11b (High-Rate) standard and not from the original IEEE 802.11. That means that stations using Short-Preamble cannot communicate with stations implementing the original version of the protocol.
Basic Rate: The basic transfer rate is set depending on the speed of your wireless network. For example, you set 1-2 (Mbps) if you have older 802.11 compliant device in your network, which supports 1 ~ 2 Mbps data rate. This setting does not limit the basic transfer rates of the faster
802.11 compliant network devices.
Antenna Selection:
Antenna, which is better for reception.
SSID Broadcast: While SSID Broadcast is enabled, all wireless clients will be able to communicate with the Access Point. For security purpose, you may want to disable SSID Broadcast to allow only those wireless clients with the AP’s SSID to communicate with the Access Point.
4X Mode :
wireless transmission speed can achieve over 12Mbps real throughput assuming that the wireless client device is also running 22Mbps PBCC+4X.
When “4X enable” is selected, you will be running 22Mbps PBCC+4X mode, the
To set the antenna for transmitting data. The default setting is Diversity
: 4X mode is proprietary transmission mode available only with our solution chipset. In
Note !
order to achieve superb speed by 4X or 22Mbps PBCC mode, both the transmitting and receiving parties must be using our WLAN solution products.
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Security
This page is where you configure the security features supported by this Access Point.
Password:
Allow you to change the new login password. Here are the necessary steps:
1. Enter the new password in the “
2. Enter the new password again in the “Confirm” field.
3. Click “
Note! The wireless clients will not be able to recognize the Access Point using Site Survey utilities,
such as zero configuration utility provided in Windows XP.
Apply
”
AP Password New:
” field.
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MAC Filter
MAC Filter function controls the MAC of the network devices that are listed in this table for access authorization or denial. When MAC Filter is enabled, by selecting the “Enabled” radio box, select one of two choices:
Ø Only deny PCs with MAC listed below to access device, or Ø Only allow PCs with MAC listed below to access device
The maximum number of MAC addresses that can be stored in Access Pint is 50. You can browse through the MAC address saved by selecting the drop-down box.
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For any changes made in the security page, click “ above page will appear. Click “Back” to go back to the previous page.
” for the changes to be effective. When the
Apply
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802.1x
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There are three essential components to the 802.1x infrastructure: (1) Supplicant, (2) Authenticator and (3) Server. The Access Point serves as an Authenticator, and the EAP methods used must be supported by the backend Radius Server. The 802.1x security supports both MD5 and TLS Extensive Authentication Protocol (EAP). Please follow the steps below to configure 802.1x security.
1. Enable 802.1x security by selecting “Enable ”.
2. If MD5 EAP method is used then you can skip step 2 and go to step 3.
4. Enter the IP address of and the Port used by the Primary Radius Server Enter the Shared Secret , which is used by the Radius Server.
5. Enter the IP address of, Port and Shared Secret used by the Secondary Radius Server.
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Click “Help” to get interpretation for Encryption Key and Radius Server
6. Click “Apply” button for the 802.1x settings to take effect after Access Point reboots itself.
Note! As soon as 802.1x security is enabled, all the wireless client stations that are connected to the
Access Point currently will be disconnected. The wireless clients must be configured manually to authenticate themselves with the Radius server to be reconnected.
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Tools
Three functions are provided in this page, Backup/Restore Settings, Restore default settings and Firmware Upgrade.
Backup Settings:
Click on “ current settings and configurations to a file.
Restore Settings:
Click on the “ which you save previous settings and configurations, to be opened. Upon selecting the saved file, click “ Point re -operates after it restarts.
Restore to default settings:
Click on “
Firmware Upgrade:
Click on the “Browse” button to open a FileOpen Dialog box, where you get to select the firmware file, which you download from the web for the latest version.
Backup
Default
” button, which will open a FileSave Dialog box, where you get to save all the
Browse
” button to open a FileOpen Dialog box, where you get to select the file,
Restore
” button to restore the Access Point back to it’s manufacture default settings.
” and complete the restore process when the Access
Upon selecting the firmware file, click “Upgrade” and complete the firmware upgrade process when the Access Point re -operates after it restarts.
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USING AP 22M UTILITY FOR MANAGEMENT
Installing AP 22M Utility
The AP 22M Utility is a program that runs on your PC, which offers easy management for all existing 22mbps Access Points in the same network domain. Please follow the steps below for installation and refer to “Manage and Configure AP with AP 22M Utility” ses sion Access point configuration .
Note! The installation demonstrated is based on Windows XP operating system. The other
Windows operation system will have very similar installation.
1. Turn on your PC
2. After Windows starts up, insert the 22Mbps Access Point Product CD into the CD tray of the CD-ROM
3. The following screen would appear.
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4. Select menu option, “Access Point”, on the left side of screen.
5. Click “Install ” on the menu bar to proceed with 22M AP installation.
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