Zonet Technology ZEW3003 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 Top Panel……………………………………..……………………………………………………….3

2.1.2 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 ZEW3003............................................................8

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

4.2 Status..............................................................................................9

4.2.1 Status………………………….……………...……………………………………………………….9

4.2.2 Statistics………………………….……….…………………………………………………………9

4.3 LAN Setup……..................................................................................10

4.3.1 LAN Setup………………….……………..……………………………………………………….10

4.3.2 DHCP Info….………………….……………………………………………………………………10

4.4 Radio…………....................................................................................11

4.4.1 AP………….................................................................................12

4.4.2 Client………………….....................................................................13

4.4.3 WDS……………………....................................................................14

4.4.4 AP+WDS…………….....................................................................15

4.4.5 Repeater……............................................................................16

4.5 Security..........................................................................................17

4.4.1 None………….............................................................................17

4.4.2 WEP…………………………................................................................17

4.4.3 802.1X Enterprise……...............................................................18

4.4.4 WPA Personal……………….............................................................19

4.4.5 WPA Enterprise.......................................................................19

4.4.6 WPA2 Personal………..................................................................20

4.4.7 WPA2 Enterprise.……………….......................................................20

4.4.8 WPA & WPA2 Personal………........................................................21

4.4.9 WPA & WPA2 Enterprise.………………..............................................21

4.6 WDS…………………………........................................................................22

4.7 MAC Filter…………………........................................................................22

4.8 Site Survey.....................................................................................23

4.9 Client Info…………………………................................................................23

4.10 Advanced………………………………...........................................................24

4.11 MISC…………...................................................................................25

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting..................................................................27

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Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Welcome

ZEW3003 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. ZEW3003 provides five work modes: AP,
WDS, AP+WDS, Repeater Client Ad-hoc and Client Infrastructure. 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
 Provide wireless AP, Client, WDS, AP+WDS, Repeater mode
 Provide 1 LAN port, 10/100M Auto-Negotiation, supports Auto MDI/MDIX
 Support 54/48/36/24/18/12/11/9/6/5.5/2/1 wireless data transfer rates
 Support basic DHCP server settings
 Support remote and Web management.
 Support 64/128 bits WEP and WPA/WPA2 wireless security standard
 Supports firmware upgrade
 Detachable Antenna (reverse SMA connector)
 External power adapter

1.3 Package Contents

 One ZEW3003
 One User Manual CD
 One Quick Installation Guide
 One Detachable Antenna
 One Power Adapter

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

OFF

No

Power

2.1 Panel Layout

2.1.1 Front Panel

The front panel of ZEW3003 consists of several LED indicators.

Name Action

Power

SYS

Flashing ZEW3003 is transmitting data

Tx

Flashing ZEW3003 is receiving data

Rx

Link/100M

Link/10M

Description

ON Power on

ON CPU on

OFF CPU off

OFF There is no data transmitting

OFF There is no data receiving

ON ZEW3003 is working on 100M mode

OFF There is no activity on 100M mode

ON ZEW3003 is working on 10M mode

OFF There is no activity on 10M mode

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2.1.2 Rear Panel

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

Name Description

Power Connector

RJ-45 Connector

Reset Button Factory Default Reset button
Antenna Connector One external dipole antenna

There is a way to reset the ZEW3003’s factory defaults by using the Factory Default
Reset button:

1. Turn off ZEW3003’s power

2. Press and hold the default reset button and turn on ZEW3003 at the same time.

3. Hold the button until the system LED lights up (about 10 seconds)

4. Release the reset button and wait for ZEW3003 to reboot.

Note: Ensure ZEW3003 is powered on before it restarts completely.

Power Jack only use the power adapter applied with
ZEW3003 to prevent damage
One LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 port for connecting to the
router/modem, local PC or switch/hub.

2.2 System Requirements

 Computer or network devices with wired or wireless network interface card
 TCP/IP protocol must be installed on each PC
 Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
 An available power socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz)

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 ZEW3003

 Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)
 Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C
 Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing

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2.4 Hardware Connection

Note: Before connecting ZEW3003, be sure to power off your computer, DSL/Cable modem, and

ZEW3003. To achieve maximum wireless coverage, tilt ZEW3003’s antenna outward at 45°

angle.

1. Connect one end of the cable to

your broadband router, PC or
Switch/Hub port and connect the
other end to the LAN port of
ZEW3003.

2. Power on ZEW3003 by connecting

one end of the supplied power
adapter to the power jack of
ZEW3003 and connecting the other
end to an electrical outlet.

3. Power on your wireless device.

4. Make sure the LEDs of ZEW3003 are lit. If not, try the

above steps again, or jump to “Troubleshooting” for
possible reasons and solution

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Chapter 3 Configure your computer

3.1 TCP/IP Address Setting

Default IP Address: 192.168.1.1
Default Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

1. Click Start

→→→→

Control Panel

2. Click Network and Internet

Connections

3. Right click Local Area Connection and

select Properties.

→→→→

Network Connections.

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4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and

click Properties.

5. Select Obtain an IP address

automatically and Obtain DNS server
address automatically. Click OK to save

the configurations.

6. Or select Use the following IP address

and enter the IP address as 192.168.1.X (X
is from 1 to 253), Subnet mask. Of course,
you need to input the DNS server address
provided by your ISP. Otherwise, you can use
the ZEW3003’s default gateway as the DNS
proxy server. Click OK to save the
configurations.

7. 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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