ViewSonic VS10407 User Manual

ViewSonic

WAPBR-100

802.11g 3-in-1 Access Point

®

- User Guide

Table of Contents

Product Registration.......................................................................... 1

Regulatory Information ...................................................................... 2

Chapter 1: Getting Started.......................................................... 4

Overview ........................................................................................... 4

Package Contents............................................................................. 6

Safety Notice..................................................................................... 7

Chapter 2: Installation .................................................................. 8

Front of Access point......................................................................... 8

Back of Access point ......................................................................... 8

Chapter 3: Setting up the Access Point................................ 9

Step 1. Connect the Access point. .................................................... 10

Step 2. Configure your PC ............................................................... 11

For Windows
For Windows

Chapter 4: Web Management Settings.................................. 16

Start Up & Login................................................................................ 16

4.1. Primary Setup................................................................... 17

4.2. System .............................................................................22

4.3. Operating Mode................................................................ 23

4.4. Status ............................................................................... 24

4.5. Traffic Log......................................................................... 25

4.6. Access Control ................................................................. 26

4.7. Advanced Wireless........................................................... 27

4.8. SNMP INFO ..................................................................... 29

4.9. Firmware Upgrade............................................................ 30

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2000 or XP ...................................................... 11

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98 or Me .......................................................... 14

Appendix............................................................................................ 32

Specifications ....................................................................................33

Wireless Security & Glossary............................................................ 34

Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 46

Customer Support ............................................................................. 48

Limited Warranty ............................................................................... 49

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ViewSonic 802.11g 3-in-1 Access Point
WAPBR-100
VS10408
A-CD-WAPBR-100-1-UG
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Regulatory Information

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:

- Reorient or 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.

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.

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.

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.

ViewSonic declares that Wireless 802.11g Access Point ( FCC ID: GSS-VS10407 ) is
limited in CH1~CH11 for 2.4 GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A.

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Canada (I ndustry Canada)

The device is certified to the requirements of RSS-210 for 2.4 GHz spread spectrum devices.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors
and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is
installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

Health Canada’s address is: 775 Brook field Road, Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1A 1C1; Tel: (613)
954-6699 / Fax: [phone]; e-mail: [e-mail]

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Chapter 1: Getting Started

This chapter provides an Overview of the ViewSonic WAPBR-100 Wireless
3-in-1 Access point, Package Contents, and Safety Notice.

Overview

Congratulations on purchasing the ViewSonic 802.11g 3-in-1 Access
point!

The WAPBR-100 is capable of operating in one of 4 different modes to meet
your wireless networking needs. The WAPBR-100 can operate as an
Access Point mode; Bridging mode; Repeater mode; Wireless Client mode.

Finally, networking made easy

Networking your home or small business is easy with ViewSonic's WAPBR­100 3-in-1 Access point. The WAPBR-100 functions as the CENTRAL
Access point IN YOUR HOME OR OFFICE NETWORK, allowing you to
share your broadband, files and printers with any PC in your office or home.
The WAPBR-100 boasts a stylish, compact design that offers high
performance wireless 802.11g, 802.11b and wired Ethernet connectivity.
The WAPBR-100 3-in-1 Access Point is the cost-effective and security­conscious networking solution for your home or office.

Freedom of a wireless network

• Create a wireless network for your home or office

Create a local area network (LAN) with the WAPBR-100 AP and share a
single high-speed broadband connection, files, printers and other
peripherals among all your computers.

• Robust security keeps your data secure

Wireless security includes 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalency Privacy
(WEP), 256-bit Wi-Fi Protected Access? (WPA) and Medium Access
Controller (MAC) address filtering.

• Supports 125 High Speed Mode™ *

Transfer data at up to 10 times the speed of standard 802.11b
wireless networks. Share your files, videos, music and pictures
almost instantly with the 125* high speed mode within your
network.

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The WAPBR-100 3 in 1 Access Point performs at 125 High Speed
Mode only with wireless adapters that support this protocol, such as the
ViewSonic WPCC100 Wireless PC Card. If your wireless adapter does
not support this protocol, however, the WAPBR-100 3-in-1 Access
Point will still work at standard 802.11g speed.
When operating at highest speeds, the WAPBR-100 3-in-1 Access
Point achieves a throughput of up to 34 Mbps, which is the equivalent
throughput of a system following 802.11g protocol and operating at a
signaling rate of 125 Mbps. This mode requires the same technology
from the client devices such as the ViewSonic WPCC100 PC Card

Adapter.

• Easy set up

User-friendly set up wizard on the Network Companion CD makes
installation a snap. Using the AP with a ViewSonic Wireless Network
Adapters enables you to connect notebooks and/or desktop PCs to your
high-speed network in your home or office. Enjoy the flexibility and
freedom of a wireless network in your home or small business with a

ViewSonic 802.11g 3-in-1 Access Point.

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Package Contents

Check to make sure all of the items shown below are included in the
package.

• ViewSonic 802.11g WAPBR-100 3-in-1 Access Point

• Quick Start Guide

• Network Companion CD

• Power Adapter-DC 12V, 500mA

• Cradle

• Ethernet Cable

WAPBR-100

3-in-1 Access Point

AC Power Adapter

Quick Start Guide

Cradle

Network

Companion CD

Ethernet Cable

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one
included with the WAPBR-100 will cause damage and void the warranty for
this product.

For information on optional accessories and products, go to
www.viewsonic.com.

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Safety Notice

To ensure safe operation, following these simply rules:

• Place device in a safe, secure location.

• Read the user guide thoroughly before installing the device.

• The device should only be repaired by authorized and qualified

personnel. Do not try to open or repair the device yourself as this voids
the warranty.

• Do not place the device in a damp, wet, or humid location like a

bathroom.

• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat sources. The

housing and electronic components may be damaged by direct sunlight
or heat sources.

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Chapter 2: Installation

This chapter describes the parts of the Access Point on the Front and Back
panels.

Front of Access point

Antenna

WLAN LED

Blink green light indicates

wireless activity

Link/Act LED

Power LED

On - Blue

Blinking LED indicates

an active connection to

Ethernet port

Back of Access point

Ethernet port

You can insert a RJ45

cable in this port in

order to connect the
WAPBR-100 to a PC
or switch on the local

network

DC-in power jack to AC

power wall outlet or power

strip with purge suppress

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Reset button

Reset the router back to

factory default settings

Chapter 3: Setting up the Access
Point

This guide shows how to set up the ViewSonic 3-in-1 Access Point to work
with multiple devices in three steps:

1. Connect the Access Point.

2. Configure your PC.

3. Configure the Access Point. A typical setup may look like the following:

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Step 1. Connect the Access point.

1. Make sure you have all the setup information from your Internet Service
Provider (ISP).

2. Make sure that all network hardware is turned off, including the Router,
computer(s), and cable or DSL modem.

3. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable to the Access Point.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a Switch or Router. The
Access Point will then be connected to your 10/100 Network.

4. Connect the AC power adapter from the power jack on the back of the
Access Point to an AC wall outlet as shown or to a power strip with surge
protection. The power LED on the front of the AP turns blue when there
is power.

AC Power Adapter

Power Jack

Back of AP

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AC Wall Outlet

Step 2. Configure your PC

Make sure that your computer is set to Static IP as follows:

For Windows® 2000 or XP

1. Click the Windows® Start button > Control Panel > Network and
Internet Connections > Local Area Connection. The Local Area
Connection Status screen appears as shown on the right.

2. From the General tab (usually appears selected by default), click
Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties screen appears in

the next step.

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3. Check the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) if it isn't already
checked by default. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) if it isn't
already highlighted automatically. Click Properties. The Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen appears as shown in the next
step.

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4. Select Use the follow IP address and set IP address as 192.168.1.X
Subnet mask:255.255.255.0 Click OK > OK > Close to complete the PC
configuration.

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For Windows® 98 or Me

1. Click the Windows® Start button > Select Settings > Click Control
Panel > double-click on Network. The Network screen appears as

shown on the right.

2. Select the Configuration tab if it is not already selected by default. In the
list of installed network components, click the TCP/IP line for the
applicable Ethernet adapter. Click Properties. The TCP/IP Properties
screen appears as shown in the next step.

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