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Instant WirelessTM Series

Wireless Network

Access Point

Use this guide to install: WAP11 User Guide

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Getting to Know the Wireless

Network Access Point

The ADSL Modem Routers Rear Panel

Your Access Points ports, where network cables are connected, are located onthe rear panel of your Access Point.

The Wireless Network Access Points Ports

Dipole AntennaConnectors These two round connections are where the anten-

nae are connected to the Access Point.

LAN This LAN (Local Area Network) port connects toEthernet network devices, such as a hub, switch, orrouter.

Power The Power port is where you will connect thepower adapter. Be sure to connect the power cord tothe power adapter before plugging it in.

Configuration Port The Configuration Port is a USB port (Type B-slave) which connects to a USB-ready PC in orderto configure the Access Points settings. To workwith USB ports, your PC must be running Windows98, 2000, or Millennium.

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Your Access Point comes with a USB cable that has two different types of con-nectors. Type A, the master connector, is shaped like a rectangle and plugs intoyour PCs USB port. Type B, the slave connector, resembles a square and con-

nects to the USB port on the rear panel of your Wireless Network AccessPoint.

USB Compatibility with Your PC

To use the USB port on the Wireless Network Access Point, you must haveWindows 98, 2000, or Millennium installed on your PC. USB is not support-ed in a Windows 95 or NT environment.

Also, your PC must have a USB port installed and enabled. Some PCs may

have a disabled USB port. If your port doesnt seem to be working, there maybe jumpers on the motherboard or a menu option in the BIOS to enable a PCsUSB port.

Other motherboards have USB interfaces, but no ports. You can install yourown USB port and attach it to your PCs motherboard using hardware pur-chased at retail computer stores. See your PCs User Guide for instructions.

There is no USB Support on PCsrunning Windows 95 or Windows NT.

USB Type A USB Type B

The Wireless Access Points Rear Panel

Note: TheConfiguration Port does notconnect your AccessPoint to your PC (or any other device) for networking purposes.Its only function is to allow you to configure your Access Points

settings. Once the Access Point is configured, you may removethe USB cable connecting the Access Point to your PC.

Wireless Network Access Point

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Connecting and Setting Up the


1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless Network Access Point.Thebest place for your Wireless Network Access Point is usually at the center ofyour wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

2. Fix the direction of the antenna.Try to place it in a position which can bestcover your wireless network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, thebetter the performance will be. The antennas position enhances the receiv-ing sensitivity.

3. Connect a standard UTP cable to the Wireless Network Access Point.Then, connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a switch or hub. TheWireless Network Access Point will then be connected to your 10/100Network.

4. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the Wireless Network Access PointsPower Socket. Only use the power adapter supplied with the WirelessNetwork Access Point. Use of a different adapter may result in product dam-age.

5. Connect the appropriate end of the USB Cable to the Wireless NetworkAccess Points Configuration Port. Connect the other end to the USB porton your PC. If your USB port is working properly, your system shouldimmediately recognize the AccessPoint and attempt to install drivers for it.Continue to the next section for instructions on how to install the drivers.

Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed toInstalling the USBDrivers for the Wireless Network Access PointandThe USBConfigurationUtility for configuring the Access Point through your PCs USB port. To con-figure the Access Point through an Ethernet or Wireless connection, proceed toThe Access Points SNMPConfiguration Utility.

The Hardware Installation is complete.

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he ADSL Modem + Routers LEDs

The LAN Indica tors

Power Red. The Power LED lights up when the Access Point ispowered on.

ACT Green. The ACT LED is lit to show that other wirelessdevices are accessing the Access Point. If the LED is flick-ering, the Access Point is actively sending or receiving datato or from one of the wireless devices on the network.

LINK Amber. The LINKLED serves two purposes. If the LED iscontinuously lit up, the Access Point is successfully connect-ed to a device through the LAN port. If the LED is flicker-ing, it is an indication of any network activity.

The Wireless Access Points Front Panel

Note: Once your Access Point is installed and con-figured, the USB cable may be removed.

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3.Windows will now ask you where to search for the driver software. SelectSpecify a locationand type in the blank field D:\WAP11\WIN9X (whereD specifies your CD-ROM). Then, click theNextbutton.

4.Windows will now search for the driver. After Windows has acknowledgedfinding the driver, click theNextbutton.

5.Windows will now install the driver files. Click theFinishbutton when com-pleted.

6. Continue to theConfiguring the Wireless Network Access Point sectionfor software installation.

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Installing the USB Drivers for the


1.Windows 98 will automatically identify the Wireless Network Access Point,once it is connected to the PC via the USB cable, and prompt you to installthe necessary driver. Make sure that theSetup Utility CD is inserted intoyour CD-ROM drive and click the Nextbutton on theAdd New HardwareWizardscreen to proceed. (When you insert the Setup Uti li ty CD, the instal-lati on may try to run automatically. I f it does, exit out of the program and

return here.)

2.Select Search for the best driver... and click the Next button. This willsearch for the Windows 98 driver.

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Installing the Driver Software for Windows 98

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1.Windows 2000 will automatically identify the Wireless Network AccessPoint, once it is connected to the PC via the USB cable, and prompt you to

install the necessary driver. Make sure that theSetup Utility CD is insertedinto your CD-ROM drive and click the Next button on the Found NewHardware Wizard screen to proceed.

2.SelectSearch for a suitable driver... and click the Next button. This willsearch for the Windows 2000 driver.

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1.Windows Millenniumwill automatically identi-fy the Wireless Network

Access Point, once it isconnected to the PCvia the USB cable, andprompt you to install thenecessary driver.

2.SelectAutomatic Search for a better driver (Recommended)and click theNextbutton. This will search for the Windows Millennium driver.

3.Windows will now install the driver files. Click theFinishbutton when com-pleted. Windows may ask for the driver, which is located atD:\WAP11\usbdrv (where D specif ies your CD-ROM drive). ClickOK.

4. Continue to theConfiguring the Wireless Network Access Pointsectionfor software installation now.

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Installing the Driver Software for Windows 2000


Installing the Driver Software for Windows Millennium

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5.Windows will now install the driver files. Click theFinishbutton when com-pleted.

6. Continue to theConfiguring the Wireless Network Access Pointsectionfor software installation.

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3.Under Optional Search Locations, selectSpecify a locationand click theNextbutton.

4.You will be prompted to enter a path; type D:\WAP11\usbdrv (where D:is the letter of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK. Windows will now

search for the driver. After Windows has acknowledged finding the driver,click the Nextbutton.

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Configuring the Wireless

Network Access PointThe Wireless Network Access Point can be configured one of two ways,through the USB Utility or the Access Point SNMP Configuration Utility.

USBUtility

The USB Utility can be used when configuring the Wireless Network AccessPoint through a USB connection and is compatible with Windows 98,Millennium, and 2000.

Access Point SNMPConfiguration Utility

The Access Point SNMP Configuration Utility can be used when configuringthe Wireless Network Access Point through an Ethernet connection and is com-patible with all Windows Operating Systems. You may also configure theAccess Point through its wireless connections.

Insert theSetup Utility CD into your CD-ROM Drive. The Setup Utilityshould run automatically andthe screen shown on the top ofthe next page should appear.If it does not, click theStartbutton and chooseRun. In thebox that appears, enter

D:\setup.exe (where D isthe letter of your CD-ROMdrive).

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Note: In order for all other wireless devices to communicate with the WirelessNetwork Access Point, those devices must be operating in theInfrastructureMode. If any wireless devices are configured in theAd HocMode, theywill

notbe recognized by the Access Point.

Installing the Configuration Utility

1.The following screen should appear.

Click on theWAP11product button in the column on the left to select it.

2.When this screen appears, click on theInstall tab to start the setup.

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Linux/Unix Users: Since the Configuration Uti li ty is wri tten for Windowsusers, you wil l have to confi gure the Wireless Access Point using SNMP. A con-

figurable MIB fil e (AT76C510.MIB) can be found on the Setup Uti l it y CD.Remember, Li nksys does not support Li nux or Uni x as an operating system.

Thi s f il e is for L inux /Un ix users only, and is not necessary for any Windows

installation.

Note: This useful menu screen can be accessed at any time, simply by insert-ing the Setup Utility CD into your CD-ROM drive. From this menu, software

can be uninstalled, and you may view online documentation and contact infor-mation. Your AP will still work after uninstalling the Utility.

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5.TheChoose Destination Locationscreen will show you the default desti-nation chosen by the utility. It is recommended that you leave the default des-tination, but if you want to install this in another location, click the Browsebutton and select an alternate destination. When you are ready to continue,

click the Nextbutton.

6. The Configuration Utility has now been installed. SelectYesto restart yourPC and then click Finish.


3. When the Welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.

4. Read the terms of the License Agreement, and if you agree, clickYes; oth-erwise, click Noto cancel the configuration process.


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WEP. If you have not enabled WEP encryption, this will read Disabled.When you are using WEP encryption, it will read Enabled and list the levelof encryption in use.

Reconnect. If the USB connection to the Access Point is disconnected, youcan reconnect the USB cable and click the Reconnect button. This willretrieve the most recently saved configuration from the Access Point so youwill be ready to use the USB Configuration Utility again.

Restore Defaults.Click this button to restore the Access Points default set-tings. If this button is clicked, any setting you may have made through theUSB Utility will be lost.

Click the Applybutton to store the information. A new dialog box will appear.Click theYesbutton to accept the changes.

If you have not already clicked theApply button, theClosebutton will closethe USB Utility without saving any changes.

Click the Helpbutton for assistance.

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The USB Configuration UtilityTheUSB Configuration Utilityis provided to allow you further customizationof the Wireless Network Access Point and your wireless network through your

USB port.

THE STATUS TAB

The Status tab displays the Wireless Network Access Points current status.From this tab, you can view the status information along with reconnecting to

the Wireless Network Access Point and restoring its default settings.

Working Status.This displays your current connection status, notifyingyou of any problems with the connection.

Regulatory Domain.This status shows the regulatory domain preset by themanufacturer for the country the product was purchased in.

Firmware Version.This displays the present version of the Access Points

firmware and is limited to a maximum of four characters.

MAC Address.This displays the MAC Address of your current WAP11.

Mode.This displays the mode your WAP11 is currently configured for:Access Point, Access Point Client, or Wireless Bridge.

ESSID.The unique name shared among all points in your wireless networkis displayed here.

Channel.The wireless channel shared by all of the points in your wirelessnetwork is displayed here.

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Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point

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THE ADVANCED TAB

Before making any changes to the Advanced tab, please check your wirelesssettings on other systems, as these changes will alter the effectiveness of theWireless Network Access Point. In most cases, these settings do not need to bechanged.

Fragmentation Threshold. This value indicates how much of the Access

Points resources are devoted to recovering packet errors. The value shouldremain at its default setting of 2,346. If you have decreased this value andexperience high packet error rates, you can increase it again, but it will like-ly decrease overall network performance. Only minor modifications of thisvalue are recommended.

RTS Threshold. This value should remain at its default setting of 2,346.Should you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications arerecommended.

Wireless Network Access PointInstant WirelessTM Series

THE BASIC SETTING TAB

The Access Point automatically detects the settings to your wireless network.Changing these values will alter your current wireless network configuration.

ESSID.The ESSID or SSID is the unique name shared among all points ina wireless network. The ESSID must be identical for all points in the wire-less network. It is case sensitive and must not exceed 30 characters, whichmay be any keyboard character. Make sure this setting for all points in thewireless network are the same. Verify that youre using the correct ESSID

and click the Applybutton to set it.

Channel. Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to corre-spond with your network settings, between 1 and 11 (in North America). Allpoints in your wireless network must use the same channel in order to func-tion correctly. Verify that the correct channel is selected and click theApplybutton to set it. A new dialog box will appear. Click theYesbutton to acceptthe changes.

Access Point Name.You may assign any name to your AccessPoint.

Unique, memorable names are helpful, especially if you are employingmultiple Access Points on the same network.

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Authentication Type.You may choose between Open System, SharedKey, andBoth. The Authentication Type default is set toOpen System, inwhich the sender and the recipient do NOT share a secret key. Each partygenerates its own key-pair and asks the receiver to accept the randomly-

generated key. Once accepted, this key is used for a short time only. Thena new key is generated and agreed upon. Shared Key is when both thesender and the recipient share a secret key.

Preamble Type.The preamble defines the length of the CRC block forcommunication between the Access Point and the roaming Network Card.(High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble type.) Selectthe appropriate preamble type and click theApplybutton to set it.

Basic Rates.The basic transfer rates should be set depending on the speedof your wireless network. Set the correct basic rate for your wireless net-work and click theApplybutton to set it.

Antenna Diversity.These two settings determine whether either or bothantennae will be used to transmit or receive. The default setting, Both,means that the antennae are set to bothTransmitandReceive; this is therecommended setting. The WAP11 will auto-detect which antenna to usebased on signal strength.

Auto Rate Fall Backsetting should be checked to make your wireless net-work flexible for roaming wireless devices. As wireless devices move awayfrom the Wireless Network Access Point, the transfer rate willautomatically fall back to the most optimum rate allowed.

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THE MODE TAB

The WAP11 offers three modes of operation: Access Point, Access Point Client,and Wireless Bridge.

Access Point - TheOperational Mode isset toAccess Point bydefault. This connectsyour wireless PCs to awired network. Inmost cases, no changeis necessary.


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To configure a Point to Point bridged environment:

1. Click Point to Point.

2. Set the MAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1 to look for theMAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 2.

3. Set the MAC address of the Access Point in LAN 2 to look for theMAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1.

4. On the Operational Mode tab, enter theRemote MAC Addressof theremote Access Point. The remote Access Point also needs to be set upas a Wireless Bridge.

Note: All devices on each LAN must be connected through a hub or switch.

Point to MultiPoint

This mode allows you to construct a network that has multiple WAP11 unitsbridging wirelessly.

Access Point Client -A WAP11 set to AccessPoint Client mode isable to talk to one main

WAP11 and wirelessclients within its range.This mode allows yourWAP11 to act as a clientof a main WAP11. ALAN attached to yourWAP11 client can thenbe wirelessly bridged tothe main WAP11. Enter

the required MACaddress of the mainWAP11.

Wireless Bridge - If you are trying to make a wireless connection betweentwo or more wired networks, selectWireless Bridge. There are two options:Point to Point and Point to MultiPoint.

Point to Point

This mode connects two physically separated LAN segments by using twoWAP11 units.


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Note: In Wireless Bridge mode, the WAP11 canONLYbeaccessed by another wireless bridge. In order for your otherwireless devices to access the WAP11, you must reset it toAccess Point mode. The two modes are mutually exclusive.

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THE IP SETTING TAB

The IP settings for the Wireless Network Access Point are made from this tab.

IP Address.This IP address must be unique to your network. We suggestyou use the default IP address of 192.168.1.250. As this is a private IPaddress, there is no need to purchase a separate IP address from your serv-ice provider. Verify the address and click theApplybutton to save changes.

IP Mask.Your Access Points Subnet Mask must be the same as yourEthernet network. Verify this is correct and click theApplybutton to set it.

DHCP Setting.Check the box next toDHCPEnableto allow it to obtain

a dynamic IP address from a DHCP server. You may also choose how theWAP11 dynamically obtains an IP addresseitherWirelessor Ethernet.

IP Filtering.For security, click the check box to enable IP filtering, whichallows IP packets only through the Access Point.

Gateway.This setting only appears when the DHCP client is enabled; itindicates the status of the gateway and is not user-adjustable.

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To configure a Point to MultiPoint bridged environment:

1. ClickPoint to MultiPointfor the WAP11 used in LAN 1. No MACAddress binding is needed.

2. Set the Access Points in LAN 2 and LAN 3 to Point to Point, andhave them look for the MAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1.

Only one of the Access Points must be in Point to MultiPoint mode. Forall other bridged Access Points, select thePoint to Pointoption, and entertheRemote MAC Addressof the Access Point set to Point to MultiPoint.

Click theApplybutton to store the information. A new dialog box will appear.

Click theYesbutton to accept the changes.

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Note: Configuring the IP address here allows you to use the SNMP

Configuration Utility software. It is not necessary to make any changes to theIP address if you are not planning on using the SNMP Configuration Utility.


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WEP Key Setting.This setting is the configuration key used in accessingthe wireless network via WEP encryption.To generate an encryption key:

1. Type exactly the same case sensitive Passphrase in the PassPhrase field. For

security purposes, please create your own Passphrase.

2. Click the Donebutton to create the encryption keys. The Passphrase gener-ates four unique keys.

3. Make sure that the Default Key is the same for each point on the wirelessnetwork.

4. Click the Applybutton to store the information.

5. Click theYesbutton to accept the changes in the dialog box that appears.

Password Setting.This option allows you to chooseRead/Writeand/orReadOnly. It is recommended that you change both to maximize security. For bothoptions, type in a password and confirm it.

Authorization Table Enable.This setting can be enabled here, but any settingchanges must be made through the SNMP Utility. It is recommended that thissetting be enabled using the SNMP Utility.

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THE SECURITY TAB

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a data privacy mechanism based on a 40 bit

shared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11b standard. In order to utilizeWEP encryption, all points in your wireless network must have WEPenabled andbe set to the same Key Setting. For easier configuration, it is strongly recommend-ed that you use the Passphrase feature.

WEP (Disable/64-bit WEP/128-bit WEP).In order to utilize WEP encryption,select the WEPsetting from the pull-down menu. If you do not wish do utilizeWEP encryption, make sureDisableis selected. This specific WEP encryptionis unique to Linksys and may conflict with other vendorsWEP encryption.

Passphrase.This is the code used when a point on the wireless network wishesto log on to the network. It is a text string with a maximum of 32 alphanumericcharacters. The WEP Key Settings are based upon the Passphrase determined byyou. Type that here. This passphrase may not work with non-Linksys productsdue to possible incompatibility with other vendorspassphrase generators.

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Note: For security, it is recommended that you make up your own passphrase

(i.e. Home). You must use the same passphrase or WEP key settings for allwireless computers in order for the wireless network to function properly.

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The Access Points SNMP

Configuration UtilityTheAccess Point SNMPConfiguration Utility is provided to allow you furthercustomization of the Wireless Network Access Point and your wireless networkthrough your Ethernet or wireless connection. It is strongly recommended that youuse your wireless connection to use the SNMP Configuration Utility.

If you wish to use the SNMP Configuration Utility to configure the AccessPoint, you must assign a temporary IP address to your computer.

You may need to assign the PC a temporary IP address to gain access to theAccess Point.

1. This can be done atStart, Settings, Control Panel, thenNetwork.2. Click the network adapter associated with the TCP/IP and click

Properties.3. Note your current settings in order to restore your TCP/IP configuration.4. SelectSpecify an IPaddressand enter the following values:

IP - 192.168.1.50, Subnet Mask- 255.255.255.05. Click OKand click OKagain in the Network window.

6. Restart the computer when asked.

Make sure that you enter an IP address for the Access Point in order to accessit at a later time. Once you have completed the IP Address Configuration, youcan set the PC back to its previous settings. For example, to Obtain an IPAddress automatically.

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Creating a Temporary IP Address

Linux/Unix Users: Though these operating systems are not supported byLi nksys, the Wireless Access Point should work in these environments. The

WAP11 can be conf igured under these operating systems using SNMP. A

configurable Management Information Base file (MIB) named

AT76C510.MIB can be found on the Setup Uti li ty CD. Thi s file is forL inux/Un ix users only, and is not necessary for any Windows installati on.

THE INFOTAB

The Info tab displays general information about Linksys and the USB Utility.The USB Utilitys copyright date and version number are listed as well as theUtilitys firmware version. At the bottom of the screen, you will find a buttonthat will access Linksys web page (once your Internet connection is properly

set up), the email address for technical support, and the phone number to callfor technical support.

Note: Once your Access Point is installed and con-figured, the USB cable may be removed.

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To restore your TCP/IP configuration, follow the steps below:1. Follow steps 1 and 2 in the instructions above.2. Select either Specify an IPaddressor Obtain IPaddress automatically

and enter the original values you noted earlier.3. Click OKand click OKagain in the Network window.4. Restart your computer.

If you wish to run the SNMPConfiguration Utility, click Start,Programs,WAP11 ConfigurationUtility, and WAP11 SNMP.

When you first start the AccessPoint SNMP Configuration Utility,a screen will appear asking you toenter the Wireless Network AccessPoints IP Address.

Enter the IP Address192.168.1.250is the default settingand Passwordpub-licis the default passwordand then click theOKbutton to continue.

(As this is a private IP address, you do not need to purchase an additional IPAddress from your service provider.)

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THE STATUS TAB

The Status tab displays the Wireless Network Access Points current status.From this tab, you can view the status information along with reconnecting tothe Wireless Network Access Point and restoring its default settings.

Working Status.This displays your current connection status, notifyingyou of any problems with the connection.

Regulatory Domain.This status shows the regulatory domain preset by themanufacturer for the country the product was purchased in.

Firmware Version.This displays the present version of the Access Pointsfirmware and is limited to a maximum of four characters. It also shows theAccess Points assigned name.

MAC Address.This displays the MAC Address of your current WAP11.

ESSID.The unique name shared among all points in your wireless networkis displayed here.

Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point

with the Access Points SNMP Configuration Utility

DEFAULT SETTINGS

Default IP Address: 192.168.1.250Default SubNetMask:255.255.255.0

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Authentication Type.You may choose between Open System, SharedKey, andBoth. The Authentication Type default is set toOpen System, inwhich the sender and the recipient do NOT share a secret key. Each partygenerates its own key-pair and asks the receiver to accept the randomly-generated key. Once accepted, this key is used for a short time only. Thena new key is generated and agreed upon. Shared Key is when both thesender and the recipient share a secret key.

Preamble Type.The preamble defines the length of the CRC block forcommunication between the Access Point and the roaming Network Card.(High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble type.) Selectthe appropriate preamble type and click theApplybutton to set it.

Basic Rates.The basic transfer rates should be set depending on the speedof your wireless network. Verify that youve set the correct basic rate foryour wireless network before clicking theApplybutton.

TheAuto Rate Fall Backsetting should be checked to make your wirelessnetwork flexible for roaming wireless devices. As wireless devices moveaway from the Access Point, the transfer rate will automatically fall back tothe most optimum rate allowed.

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THE ADVANCED TAB

Before making any changes to the Advanced tab, please check your wirelesssettings as these changes will alter the effectiveness of the Wireless NetworkAccess Point. In most cases, these settings do not need to be changed.

Fragmentation Threshold Value.The value should remain at its default

setting of2,346. I f you have decreased this value and experience high pack-et error rates, you can increase it again, but it will likely decrease overallnetwork performance. Only minor modifications of this value are recom-mended.

RTSThresholdValue. This value should remain at its default setting of2,346. Should you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifica-tions are recommended.

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THE MODE TAB

The WAP11 offers three modes of operation: Access Point, Access Point Client,and Wireless Bridge.

AP Point - T heOperational Modeisset toAccess Point bydefault. This connectsyour wireless PCs to awired network. Inmost cases, no changeis necessary.

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Access Point Client -A WAP11 set to AccessPoint Client mode isable to talk to one mainWAP11 and wirelessclients within its range.

This mode allows yourWAP11 to act as a clientof a main WAP11. ALAN attached to yourWAP11 client can thenbe wirelessly bridged tothe main WAP11. Enterthe required MACaddress of the mainWAP11.

Wireless Bridge-If you are trying tomake a wireless con-nection between two

wired networks, selectWireless Bridge. Thereare two options:Point toPoint and Point toMultiPoint.

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Note: In Wireless Bridge mode, the WAP11 canONLYbeaccessed by another wireless bridge. In order for your otherwireless devices to access the WAP11, you must reset it toAccess Point mode. The two modes are mutually exclusive.

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Point to Point

This mode connects two physically separated LAN segments by using twoWAP11 units.

To configure a Point to Point bridged environment:

1. Click Point to Point.

2. Set the MAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1 to look for theMAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 2.

3. Set the MAC address of the Access Point in LAN 2 to look for theMAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1.

4. On the Operational Mode tab, enter theRemote MAC Addressof theremote Access Point. The remote Access Point also needs to be set upas a Wireless Bridge.

Note: All devices on each LAN must be connected through a hub or switch.

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Point to MultiPoint

This mode allows you to construct a network that has multiple WAP11 unitsbridging wirelessly.

To configure a Point to MultiPoint bridged environment:

1. Click Point to MultiPointfor the WAP11 used in LAN 1. No MACAddress binding is needed.

2. Set the Access Points in LAN 2 and LAN 3 to Point to Point, andhave them look for the MAC Address of the Access Point in LAN 1.

Only one of the Access Points must be in Point to MultiPoint mode. For all

other bridged Access Points, select thePoint to Pointoption, and enter theRemote MAC Addressof the Access Point set to Point to MultiPoint.

Click theApplybutton to store the information. A new dialog box will appear.Click theYesbutton to accept the changes.

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THE SECURITY TAB

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a data privacy mechanism based on a64/128-bit shared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard. Inorder to utilize WEP encryption, all points in your wireless network must haveWEP enabled and be set to the same Key Setting.

WEP (Disable/64-bit/128-bit).To use WEP encryption, selectEnable. Forno WEP encryption, select Disable. This specific WEP encryption isunique to Linksys and may conflict with other vendorsWEP encryption.

Passphrase.This is the code used when a point on the wireless network wishesto log on to the network. It is a text string with a maximum of 32 alphanumeric

characters. The WEP Key Settings are based upon the Passphrase determined byyou. Type that here. This passphrase may not work with non-Linksys productsdue to possible incompatibility with other vendorspassphrase generators.

WEP Key Setting.This setting is the configuration key used in accessingthe wireless network via WEP encryption.To generate an encryption key:

1. Type exactly the same case sensitive Passphrase in the PassPhrase field. Forsecurity purposes, please create your own Passphrase.

2. Click the Donebutton to create the encryption keys. The Passphrase gener-ates four unique keys.

THE IP SETTING TAB

The IP settings for the Access Point are made from this tab. This is for theSNMP Configuration Utility use only.

IP Address.This IP address must be unique to your network. We suggestyou use the default IP address of 192.168.1.250. As this is a private IPaddress, there is no need to purchase a separate IP address from your serv-ice provider. Verify the address and click theApplybutton to save changes.

IP Mask.Your Access Points Subnet Mask must be the same as yourEthernet network. Verify this is correct and click theApplybutton to set it.

DHCP Setting.Check the box next toDHCPEnableto allow it to obtaina dynamic IP address from a DHCP server. You may also choose how the

WAP11 dynamically obtains an IP addresseitherWirelessor Ethernet.

IP Filtering.For security, click the check box to enable IP filtering, whichallows IP packets only through the Access Point.

Gateway.This setting only appears when the DHCP client is enabled; itindicates the status of the gateway and is not user-adjustable.

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Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT), IEEE 802.11b (Wireless)

Channels: 11 Channels (US, Canada)13 Channels (Europe)14 Channels (Japan)

Ports: One 10BaseT RJ -45 Port,

One USB PortCabling Type: 10BaseT: UTP Category 3 or Better

USB: USB Cable

Operating Range Indoors: Up to 30M (100 ft.) @ 11 Mbps

(Wireless): Up to 50M (165 ft.) @ 5.5 MbpsUp to 70M (230 ft.) @ 2 Mbps

Up to 91M (300 ft.) @ 1 Mbps

Outdoors: Up to 152M (500 ft.) @ 11 Mbps

Up to 270M (885ft.) @ 5.5 Mbps

Up to 396M (1300 ft.) @ 2 Mbps

Up to 457M (1500 ft.) @ 1 Mbps

Data Rate: Up to 11Mbps (Wireless), 10Mbps (Ethernet)

LEDs: Power, Act, Link (Wired - Link/Activity)

RF Specification1.1 General

Emission Type: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)

RF Frequency: 2471MHz - 2497MHz - J apan Band2400MHz - 2483.5MHz - North America, Europe,

Korea and Extended Japan Band2455MHz - 2475MHz - Spain2446.5MHz - 2483.5MHz - France

Operating Channel: 11 Channels (US, Canada)13 Channels (Europe, Korea)14 Channels (Japan)

Radio Chipset: Intersil PRISM II

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Baseband Processor: HFA 3861B or HFA 3863

MAC Controller: MAC Atmel AT76C510

Radiation Power: 13 - 20 dBm at maximum radiation direction

1.2 Transmitter

RF Output Power: 4 mW/MHz

Frequency Stability: Within +25 ppm

Data Modulation Type: BPSK (1/5.5Mbps) / QPSK (2/11 Mbps)CCK (5.5/11 Mbps)

1.3 Power

Power Voltage: DC 5.0 Volt +5%, AC Adapter AC 100V-240V

Power Consumption: 5.0 Volt, 2.0A (Typical)

Dimensions: 7.31" x 6.16" x 1.88" (186mm x 154mm x 48mm)

Unit Weight: 20.5 oz. (0.58 kg)

Power: 5V, 550mA TX, 230mA RX

Certifications: FCC Class B, FCC Class C, CE Mark Commercial

Operating Temp.: 0C to 55C (32F to 131F)

Storage Temp.: 0C to 70C (32F to 158F)

Operating Humidity: 0% to 70% Non-Condensing

Storage Humidity: 0% to 95% Non-Condensing

Environmental

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Contact InformationFor help with the installation or operation of this product, contact LinksysCustomer Support at one of the phone numbers or Internet addresses below.

Sales Information 800-546-5797 (LINKSYS)Tech Support 866-242-8558RMA Issues 949-261-1288Fax 949-261-8868Email [email protected] http://www.linksys.comFTP Site ftp.linksys.com

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Warranty Information

BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE AND A BARCODE

FROM THE PRODUCTS PACKAGING ON HAND WHEN CALLING.RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OFPURCHASE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYSLIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAIDFOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDEN-

TAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USEOF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANY ING SOFTWARE, OR ITS DOCU-MENTATION. LINKSYS DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS FOR ANY PROD-

UCT.

LINKSYS OFFERS CROSS SHIPMENTS, A FASTER PROCESS FOR PRO-CESSING AND RECEIVING YOUR REPLACEMENT. LINKSYS PAYSFOR UPS GROUND ONLY. ALL CUSTOMERS LOCATED OUTSIDE OF

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