TRENDNET TEW637V3 Users Manual

TEW-637AP User Manual

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:

z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected.

z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
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 & your body.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination.
The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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European Union Notice:

Radio products with the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), the EMC
Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission
of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms:

z EN 60950 Product Safety
z EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment
z EN 301 489-1/-17 General EMC requirements for radio equipment

Trademark recognition

All product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are
acknowledged.

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Package Contents

z TEW-637AP wireless n AP
z CAT-5 Ethernet Cable (the TEW-638AP’s Ethernet ports is Auto-MDIX)
z Power Adapter (12.0V, 1.0A)
z CD-ROM with Manual & Wizard
z Quick Installation Guide

Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with your produ ct
will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.

Minimum System Requirements

Installation Requirements

• Web Browser: Internet Explorer (6 or higher) Mozilla or Safari.

• A computer with a network adapter or wireless adapter properly installed.

• CD-ROM drive

• A router with an available network LAN port.

• A RJ-45 network cable.

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Introduction

The versatile 300Mbps Wireless Easy-N-Upgrader is designed to create a scalable high
speed wireless n network or to connect a wired device to an existing wireless network.

Use multiple 300Mbps Wireless Easy-N-Upgrader together to extend your network using
Wireless Distribution System (WDS), Wireless Bridge and AP Client Modes.

Expand a wireless network without running additional cabling with Wireless Distribution
Service (WDS) technology by connecting multiple access points wirelessly. Use Wireless
Bridge Mode to connect devices such as game consoles, printers and digital video recorders
(DVR) to your wireless network. Advanced antenna technology (MIMO) increases wireless
coverage and WPA / WPA2 encryption protects your wireless network.

Features

• Affordable 11n product for easily migrating current 11b/g network to 11n network with higher data rate benefit

• Supports IEEE 802.11n & 11b/g 2.4GHz wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) application

• 2.412 to 2.484GHz frequency band operation

• Compliant with IEEE 802.3 & 3u standards

• Support OFDM and CCK modulation

• Data rates of 1,2.5.5,6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54Mbps and 802.11n offering up to 300Mbps

• Support QoS with WMM for multimedia streaming

• Support WPS button for easy of use

• Support one LAN port

• Support WEP, WPA & WPA2 security

• Support two external antennas

• Support Repeater Mode

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Installation Considerations

The TEW-637AP AP lets you access your network, using a wireless connection, from virtually
anywhere within its operating range. Keep in mind, howeve r, that the number, thickness and location
of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through , may limit the range.
Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and backgrou nd RF (radio frequency) noise
in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1 Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the TEW-637AP and other network devices to

a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your wireless product’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30
meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2 Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at

a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 fee t (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks
over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a
wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3 Building Materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs may

have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless
adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.

4 Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances

that generate extreme RF noise.

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Using the Configuration Menu

Whenever you want to configure your TEW-637AP, you can access the Configuration Menu by opening
the Web-browser and typing in the IP Address of the TEW-637AP.

¾ Open the Web browser.
¾ Type in the current IP Address of the AP (i.e. http://192.168.10.100

If you have changed the default IP Address assigned to the TEW-637AP (192.168.10.100),
make sure to enter the correct IP Address.

¾ Type admin in the User Name field.
¾ The Password is admin.
¾ Click Login In.

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Network

The Network tab provides the following configuration options: LAN Setting.

Access Point

This mode setting allows the TEW-637AP to work as an Access Point. This will allow for wireless
connectivity from this device to other wireless clients. This mode also includes the use of the AP mode to
connect Local Area Networks (LAN) together (Point to Point bridging) and extend the wireless coverage
with Wireless Distribut ion System (WDS).

Access Point Mode

AP Bridging Mode (Point to Point)

AP WDS Mode

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AP Client

This mode setting allows the TEW-637AP to work just like a wireless adapter. By using AP Client mode,
the TEW-637AP can connect to any device that has an Ethernet port (RJ-45 connector) and support for
TCP/IP protocol. Devices like Network storage, network enable printers, and gaming consoles can now
be wirelessly enable by connect the TEW-637AP in the AP Client mode.

AP Client Mode

Network LAN Setting

These are the settings of the LAN (Local Area Network) interface for the Access Point. The Access Point's
local network (LAN) settings are configured based on the IP Address and Subnet Mask assigned in this
section. The IP address is also used to access this Web-based management interface.

LAN Connection Type

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Choose "Static IP (fixed IP)" if your router does not support DHCP or if for any other reason you need
to assign a fixed address to the AP. In this case, you must also configure the following fields.

IP Address

The IP address of the AP on the local area network. Assign any unused IP address in the range of
IP addresses available for the LAN. For example, 192.168.10.100.

Subnet Mask

The subnet mask of the local area network.

Default Gateway

The IP address of the router on the local area network.

Choose “DHCP (Auto Config)” if your router supports DHCP and you want the router to assign an IP
address to the AP.

Wireless

The wireless section is used to configure the wireless settings for your Access Point. Note that changes
made in this section may also need to be duplicated on wireless clients that you want to connect to your
wireless network.

To protect your privacy, use the wireless security mode to configure the wireless security features.

The Wireless tab provides the following configuration options: Basic, Advanced, MAC Filter, Security,
WPS and Station List.

Wireless Basic - Access Point

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AP Mode Support (Point to Point Bridging)

Use the AP Mode setting to enable the Point to Point bridging option of the TEW-637AP. Select the radio
button to toggle between the AP Mode enable or disabled the feature. To configure two AP to work
together in the bridging mode, add the wireless MAC address of the remote AP in to the AP MAC Addr.
(Optional) field. Perform the same process on the second AP using the wireless MAC address from the
first configured AP.

AP Mode enabled

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AP #2 MAC Address

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AP #1 MAC Address

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Wireless Mode

If all of the wireless devices you want to connect with this Access Point can connect in the same
transmission mode, you can improve performance slightly by choosing the appropriate "Only" mode. If
you have some devices that use a different transmission mode, choose the appropriate "Mixed" mode.

802.11b/g mixed mode (2.4GHz) - This wireless mode works in the 2.4GHz frequency range and
will allow both wireless b and wireless g client to connect and access the TEW-637AP at 11Mbps
for wireless b, at 54Mbps for wireless g and share access at the same time. Although the wireless
b/g operates in the 2.4GHz frequency, it will allow the use of other 2.4GHz client devices
(Wireless n/g @ 54Mbps) to connect and access at the same time.

802.11n only (2.4GHz) - This wireless mode works in the 2.4GHz frequency range and will only
allow the use of wireless n client devices to connect and access the TEW-637AP up to 300Mbps*.
Although the wireless n operates in the 2.4GHz frequency, this mode will only permit wireless n
client devices to work and will exclude any other wireless mode and devices that are not wireless
n only .

802.11b/g/n mixed mode (2.4GHz) - This wireless mode works in the 2.4GHz frequency range
and will only allow the use of wireless g client devices to connect and access the TEW-637AP at
11Mbps for wireless b, 54Mbps for wireless g and up to 300Mbps* for wireless n and share
access at the same time. Although the wireless b/g/n operates in the same 2.4GHz frequency, it
will allow the use of other 2.4GHz client devices (Wireless b/g/n) to connect and access at the
same time.

Wireless Name (SSID)

Wireless Modes

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When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the list
(unless Broadcast Network Name is set to Disable, see below). This name is also referred to a s the SS ID.
For security purposes, it is highly recommended to change from the pre-configured network name. Add
up to three additional SSIDs to create virtual wireless networks from one wireless Access Point.

Multiple SSID #

This Access Point support multiple SSID function, you can assign three more SSID for the TEW-637AP.
Create virtual SSID wireless networks (WLAN) with different type of wireless security for each virtual
WLAN that is created. When using the wireless adapter wireless site survey tool, there will be additional
wireless network to connect with once the feature is enabled.

Add Additional Wireless Network Name (SSID)

To add additional Wireless Network Names simply add the name to the Multiple SSID field and click on
apply at the bottom of the page. When finished, go to the Security section in this Users Guide for wireless
security configuration.

Multiple SSID (Virtual WLANs)

Broadcast Network Name (SSID)

Multiple SSIDs

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