3Com WL522 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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Minimum System

and Component

Requirements

Your Router requires that the computer(s) and components in your

network be configured with at least the following:

■

A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP

networking protocols (for example Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Unix,

Mac OS 8.5 or higher).

■

An Ethernet 10 Mbps, 10/100 Mbps or 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC for

each computer to be connected to the four-port switch on your

Router.

■

An 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n draft2.0 compliant wireless NIC.

■

An active ADSL or Cable subscription and connection. Note that your

Cable or ADSL modem needs to have an Ethernet interface.

■

A Web browser that supports JavaScript, such as Netscape 4.7 or

higher, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Mozilla 1.2.1 or higher, or

Apple’s Safari.

Physical Features

The front panel of the Router contains a series of indicator lights (LEDs)

that help describe the state of various networking and connection

operations.

Figure 3

Router - Front Panel

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Physical Features

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1

Power LED (Illuminated Logo)

White

The 3Com logo serves as power OK indicator. This LED will light if the

router is receiving power from the power adapter. If it is not lit check the

power adapter connections. Refer to

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

.

2

Alert LED

Amber

Fast flash during self test. If self test fails the LED will remain on.

Fast flash during software upgrade.

Fast flash for software reset to the factory defaults.

Fast flash for hardware reset to the factory defaults.

The LED is on for 2 seconds when the firewall detects a hacker attack.

3 Cable/DSL

Blue

LED on indicates the physical connection is on.

Fast flash means WAN port traffic activity.

4

Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED

Blue

If the LED is on it indicates that wireless networking is enabled. If the LED

is flashing, the link is OK and data is being transmitted or received. If the

LED is off, the Wireless LAN has been disabled in the Router, or there is a

problem. Refer to

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

.

5

LAN Status LEDs (4 indicators)

Blue

If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of network

equipment is OK. If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is being

transmitted or received. If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the

connected device is switched off, or there is a problem with the

connection (refer to

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

). The port will

automatically adjust to the correct speed and duplex.

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WPS LED

Blue

WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard for easy and secure

establishment of a wireless network, allowing wireless clients to connect

securely to routers and access points. The WPS LED shows the status of

the WPS function. It has a number of modes to help monitor the status of

clients connecting to the Router using the WPS protocol. The status is

shown by three different flashing rates: slow, medium and quick and

when light constantly.

Note: The WPS function will be enabled for 2 minutes once WPS

is

enabled either by pressing the button or by starting the PIN mode via the

web interface. This time will end before 2 minutes if a client has

successfully connected. Only one client should be connected to the

Router using WPS at any one time. Attempting to connect two or more

clients at once may result in connection failures.

When the WPS button is pressed, or

WPS is initiated using the PIN

method in the web interface, the WPS LED will flash at a medium rate for

up to 2 minutes to indicate that a WPS connection can be made. When a

connection attempt is underway, the LED will flash slowly.

If the connection has been successful, the WPS LED will remain

illuminated for 5 minutes. If the connection attempt has failed, the WPS

LED will flash rapidly for 5 minutes. You can re-try the connection by

pressing the WPS button, when the connection process will re-start.

If you want to add a further client to the Router, you do not need to wait

for the 5 minute period to end. You can press the WPS button (or use the

PIN method via the web interface) as soon as the first client is successfully

connected.

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Physical Features

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The rear panel (

Figure 4

) of the Router contains one WPS button, four

LAN ports, one WAN port, one WiFi on/off button, a reset button, and a

power adapter socket.

Figure 4

Router - Rear Panel

1

Wireless Antenna

The antennas should be placed in a ‘V’ position when initially installed.

CAUTION:

Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops.

Rotating the antennae further may cause damage.

2

WPS button

Press this button for 3 seconds when making WPS setup. Pushing the

WPS button will automatically enable WPS. Then initiate the WPS

procedure on the wireless NIC within two minutes. Refer to your wireless

NIC's documentation on this procedure. The wireless NIC will then be

securely added to your wireless network.

3

Ethernet Ports (4 ports)

Using suitable RJ-45 cables, you can connect your Router to a computer,

or to any other piece of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for

example, a hub or a switch). These ports have an automatic MDI/MDIX

feature, which means either straight-through or a crossover cable can be

used.

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WAN Port

RJ-45 port used to connect the Router with Cable/DSL modem.

5

WiFi On/Off button

Use this button to turn on/turn off the wireless function. Press the button

for 3 seconds.

6

Reset Button

If you want to reset your Router to factory default settings, or cannot

access the web management interface (for example, due to a lost

password), then you may use this button. Refer to

Forgotten Password

and Reset to Factory Defaults

on

page 127

for further details.

7

Power Adapter Socket

Only use the power adapter that is supplied with this Router. Do not use

any other adapter.

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