Zonet ZEW3002 user manual

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction………………………………………………………………….2

1.1 Welcome……………………………………………………………………………………………………2

1.2 Features………………………...…………………………………………………………………………2

1.3 Package contents………………………………………………………………………………………2

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation…………………………………………………….3

2.1 Panel Layout …………………………………………………………………………………………...3

2.1.1 The Top Panel………………………………………………………………………………….3

2.1.2 The Rear Panel…………………………………………………………………………………4

2.2 System Requirements………………………………………………………………………………4

2.3 Installation Environment Requirements………………………………………………….4

2.4 Hardware Connection……………………………………………………………………………….5

Chapter 3 Configure your Computer......................................................6

3.1 TCP/IP Address Setting..................................................................6

Chapter 4 Configure your ZEW3002.......................................................8

4.1 Log in..........................................................................................8

4.2 Wizard........................................................................................9

4.3 System Status............................................................................11

4.4 LAN Setting................................................................................12

Chapter 5 Radio Configuration............................................................13

5.1 Basic Setting..............................................................................13

5.2 Mode Setting..............................................................................14

5.2.1 AP mode............................................................................14

5.2.2 WDS P2P Bridge..................................................................15

5.2.3 WDS P2MP Bridge................................................................17

5.2.4 WDS AP Repeater................................................................19

5.2.5 Client mode........................................................................21

5.3 Access Filter...............................................................................22

Chapter 6 System Tools.......................................................................23

6.1 Change Password........................................................................23

6.2 Firmware Upgrade.......................................................................23

6.3 Reboot......................................................................................24

6.4 Restore Factory Default................................................................24

6.5 Restore / Backup Setting..............................................................25

6.6 Logout.......................................................................................25

6.7 Help..........................................................................................25

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting..................................................................27

Appendix I : Glossary.............................................................................28

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Welcome

ZEW3002 is fully compliant with IEEE802.11g/b standards. It can help you extend from the wired network to the wireless network, free from the cabling troubles. It is the best choice for SOHO and small enterprise users. ZEW3002 provides five work modes: AP, WDS P2P Bridge, WDS P2MP Bridge, WDS AP Bridge and Client. It also supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2. The MAC address filter can protect your network against any malicious intrusion. Moreover, the Web management utility can benefit you to manage the device easily.

1.2 Features

 Supports IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards  Supports five connection modes: AP, WDS P2P Bridge, WDS P2MP Bridge, WDS AP

Repeater and Client

 Supports one 10/100M Auto-Negotiation Ethernet port  Supports 100 meters indoors and 300 meters outdoors (depends on the

environments around)

 Supports Web management utility and easy Setup Wizard  Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA & WPA2 encryptions and security mechanism  Supports IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g Auto-negotiation and manual configuration

modes

 Supports Auto MDI/MDIX  Supports Netscape 6.1, IE5.5 or later  Supports authorization access over thirty-two MAC addresses  Supports auto wireless channel selection  Provides detachable antenna

1.3 Package Contents

 One ZEW3002  One Detachable Antenna  One External AC Power Adapter  One Quick Installation Guide  One CD

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

ON Power on

2.1 Panel Layout

2.1.1 The Top Panel

The top panel of ZEW3002 consists of several LED indicators.

Name

Power

SYS

WLAN

LAN

Action Description

OFF No Power

ON ZEW3002 is initializing

Flashing ZEW3002 is working properly

OFF ZEW3002 has a hardware error

ON There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no activity

OFF There is no device linked to the corresponding port

ON There is a device linked to the corresponding port but no activity

Flashing There is an active device linked to the corresponding port

OFF There is no device linked to the corresponding port

2.1.2 The Rear Panel

The rear panel contains the following features. (Viewed from left to right)

1. Power Jack only use the power adapter applied with ZEW3002 to prevent damage

2. One LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for connecting to the router/modem, local PC or

switch/hub.

3. Factory Default Reset button

4. One external dipole antenna

There is a way to reset the ZEW3002’s factory defaults by using the Factory Default Reset button:

1. Turn on ZEW3002’s power

2. Press and hold the default reset button, until the system LED lights up (about 5 seconds)

3. Release the reset button and wait for ZEW3002 to reboot.

Note: Ensure ZEW3002 is powered on before it restarts completely.

2.2 System Requirements

 Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)  PC on the LAN needs a working Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45

connector

 TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC  Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later, Netscape Navigator 6.1

or later

2.3 Installation Environment Requirements

 Do not in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent  Do not in cluttered or crowded place. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear

space on all sides of ZEW3002

 Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)  Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C  Operating Humidity: 10%~95%RH, Non-condensing

2.4 Hardware Connection

Note: Before connecting ZEW3002, be sure to power off your computer, DSL/Cable modem, and

ZEW3002. To achieve maximum wireless coverage, tilt the AP’s antenna outward at 45°

angle.

1. Connect one end of the cable to your broadband router, DSL/Cable modem, PC or

Switch/Hub port and connect the other end to the LAN port of ZEW3002.

2. Power on ZEW3002 by connecting one end of the supplied power adapter to the

power jack of ZEW3002 and connecting the other end to an electrical outlet.

3. Power on your computer.

4. Make sure the LEDs of ZEW3002 are lit. If not, try the above steps again.

Chapter 3 Configure your computer

3.1 TCP/IP Address Setting

Default IP Address: 192.168.0.254 Default Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

1. Click Start

→→→→

Settings

→→→→

Control Panel

2. Click Network and Internet Connections

→→→→

Network Connections

3. Choose Local Area Connection, right-click on the icon, choose Properties Local Area Connection Properties

→→→→

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click

Properties.

→→→→

4. Choose Use the following IP address, enter the IP address as: 192.168.0.xxx. ("xxx" is from 1 to 253), Subnet mask is: 255.255.255.0

5. Click OK to apply and return to Local Area Connection Properties page and then

click OK to exit the setting window.

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