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Linksys WAP11v2.6 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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Instant Wireless
TM
Series
Wireless Network
Access Point
Use this guide to install:
WAP11
User Guide
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
Copyright © 2001 Linksys, All Rights Reserved. Instant Wireless™
is a registered trade-
mark of Linksys.
Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their
respective proprietors.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Linksys guarantees that every Wireless Network Access Point is free from physical
defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year from the date of pur-
chase. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call Linksys Customer
Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization Number. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR
PROOF OF PURCHASE AND A BARCODE FROM THE PRODUCT’S PACKAGING ON
HAND WHEN CALLING. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT
PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark the Return Authorization
Number clearly on the outside of the package and include your original proof of pur-
chase. All customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada shall
be held responsible for shipping and handling charges.
IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYS’ LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PROD-
UCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
AGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFT-
WARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. LINKSYS DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS FOR ANY
PRODUCT. Linksys makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statuto-
ry, with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all
accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, mer-
chantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Linksys reserves the right to revise or
update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individ-
ual or entity. Please direct all inquiries to:
Linksys
P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623.
FCC STATEMENT
This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea-
sonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip-
ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. 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 is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s
• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
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 and your body.
UG-WAP11-011005E JL
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Wireless Network Access Point
Introduction
The Instant Wireless
TM
Wireless Network Access Point
Don’t be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Instant Wireless™
Network Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your net-
work
your
way. Utilization of state-of-the-art wireless technology gives you the
ability to set up workstations in ways you never though possible; no cables to
install means fewer expenses and fewer hassles.
The Instant Wireless™ Network Access Point’s high-powered antennae offer a
range of operation of up to 457 meters, providing seamless roaming throughout
your LAN infrastructure. Advanced user authentication ensures a high level of
security for wireless networking, while easy-to-use Windows-based diagnostics
and statistic tools ensure that you’ll always be in control. Best of all, the Instant
Wireless Network Access Point features easy installation—just plug it in and
you’re ready to go!
When all these features come together in one compact, lightweight, and power-
efficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking—the Linksys Instant
Wireless™ Network Access Point.
Features
•
Highly Efficient Dipole Antennae Provide Extensive Range of Operation
•
Enjoy Your Wireless Office Beyond the Range of Ethernet Networking
•
Auto Fall-Back Data Rate for Long-Distance Communication and Noisy
Environments
•
High-Speed Data Transfer Rate Up to 11 Mbps
•
Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz-Compliant Equipment
•
Features Roaming, Best Access Point Selection, Load Balancing, and
Network Traffic Filtering
•
Extensive Operating Range Supports 150m (Indoors) and 500m (Outdoors)
•
64-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy
•
Free Software Driver Upgrades
•
Compatible with Virtually All Major Operating Systems
•
Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week for North
America Only
•
1-Year Limited Warranty
Table of Contents
Introduction
1
The Instant Wireless
TM
Wireless Network Access Point
1
Features
1
Package Contents
2
System Requirements
2
Planning Your Wireless Network
3
Network Topology
3
Roaming
3
Getting to Know the Wireless Network Access Point
4
The Wireless Access Point’s Rear Panel
4
The Wireless Access Point’s Front Panel
6
Connecting and Setting Up
the Wireless Network Access Point
7
Installing the USB Drivers for the Wireless Network Access Point
8
Installing the Driver Software for Windows 98
8
Installing the Driver Software for Windows Millennium
10
Installing the Driver Software for Windows 2000
11
Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point
14
Installing the Configuration Utility
14
The USB Configuration Utility
18
Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point
with the USB Configuration Utility
18
The Access Point’s SNMP Configuration Utility
31
Creating a Temporary IP Address
31
Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point
with the Access Point’s SNMP Configuration Utility
32
Troubleshooting
47
Common Problems and Solutions
47
Frequently Asked Questions
47
Glossary
51
Specifications
56
Environmental
57
Warranty Information
58
Contact Information
59
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Wireless Network Access Point
3
Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
A wireless LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with one Instant
Wireless™ Series Adapter.
Computers in a wireless LAN must be configured
to share the same radio channel.
The Instant Wireless™ Series Adapter provides access to a wired LAN for
wireless workstations.
An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an
Infrastructure configuration.
A group of Instant Wireless™ Series Adapter
users and an Instant Wireless™ Network Access Point compose a Basic Service
Set (BSS).
Each Instant Wireless™ Series Adapter PC in a BSS can talk to any
computer in a wired LAN infrastructure via the Instant Wireless™ Network
Access Point.
An infrastructure configuration extends the accessibility of an Instant
Wireless™
Series Adapter PC to a wired LAN, and doubles the effective wire-
less transmission range for two Instant Wireless™ Series Adapter PCs.
Since
the Wireless Network Access Point is able to forward data within its BSS, the
effective transmission range in an infrastructure LAN is doubled.
The use of a unique ID in a BSS is essential.
All Instant Wireless™ Series
Adapter PCs configured without roaming options in an independent BSS must
be configured with a BSS ID used in the BSS.
The wireless LAN Infrastructure configuration is appropriate for enterprise-
scale wireless access to a central database, or as a wireless application for
mobile users.
Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for mobile users.
More
than one BSS can be configured as an Extended Service Set (ESS).
This con-
tinuous network allows users to roam freely within an ESS.
All Instant
Wireless™ Series Adapter PCs within one ESS must be configured with the
same ESS ID and use the same radio channel.
Before enabling an ESS with roaming capability, choosing a feasible radio
channel and optimum Wireless Network Access Point position is recommend-
ed. Proper Wireless Network Access Point positioning combined with a clear
radio signal will greatly enhance performance.
Instant Wireless
TM
Series
Package Contents
•
One Instant Wireless
TM
Network Access Point
•
One AC Power Adapter
•
One Setup CD-ROM
•
One User Guide
•
One Quick Installation and Registration Card (not shown)
•
Two Detachable Antennae
•
One USB Cable
System Requirements
• A PC with USB Support or Ethernet Connection
• Windows 95, 98, Millennium, NT version 4.0, or 2000 Professional
• 500 kbytes of free disk space for utility and driver installation
• A 10 Mbps Category 3 or Better network RJ-45 connection
2
Roaming
Linux/Unix Users:
Though these operating systems are not supported by
Linksys, the Wireless Access Point should work in these environments.
The
WAP11 can be configured under these operating systems using SNMP.
A
configurable
Management
Information
Base
file
(MIB)
named
AT76C510.MIB
can be found on the Setup Utility CD.
This file is for
Linux/Unix users only, and is not necessary for any Windows installation.
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Instant Wireless
TM
Series
Getting to Know the Wireless
Network Access Point
The ADSL Modem Router’s Rear Panel
Your Access Point’s ports, where network cables are connected, are located on
the rear panel of your Access Point.
The Wireless Network Access Point’s Ports
Dipole
Antenna
Connectors
These two round connections are where the anten-
nae are connected to the Access Point.
LAN
This
LAN
(Local Area Network) port connects to
Ethernet network devices, such as a hub, switch, or
router.
Power
The
Power
port is where you will connect the
power adapter.
Be sure to connect the power cord to
the 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 order
to configure the Access Point’s settings.
To work
with USB ports, your PC must be running Windows
98, 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 into
your PC’s 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 Access Point.
USB Compatibility with Your PC
To use the USB port on the Wireless Network Access Point, you must have
Windows 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 doesn’t seem to be working, there may
be jumpers on the motherboard or a menu option in the BIOS to enable a PC’s
USB port.
Other motherboards have USB interfaces, but no ports.
You can install your
own USB port and attach it to your PC’s motherboard using hardware pur-
chased at retail computer stores.
See your PC’s User Guide for instructions.
There is no USB Support on PCs
running Windows 95 or Windows NT
.
USB Type A
USB Type B
The Wireless Access Point’s Rear Panel
Note:
The
Configuration Port
does not
connect your Access
Point to your PC (or any other device) for networking purposes.
Its only function is to allow you to configure your Access Point’s
settings.
Once the Access Point is configured, you may remove
the USB cable connecting the Access Point to your PC.
Wireless Network Access Point
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