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Linksys WAP51AB Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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Instant Wireless
TM
Series
Dual-Band Wireless
Access Point
Use this guide to install:
WAP51AB
User Guide
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
Copyright © 2002 Linksys, All Rights Reserved. Linksys is a registered trademark of
Linksys.
Instant Wireless is a trademark 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 Instant Wireless™
Dual-Band Wireless Access Point is free
from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year from
the date of purchase. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call
Linksys Technical 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 a copy
of your original proof of purchase. 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-WAP51AB-081402A KL
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Wireless Network Access Point
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1
The Instant Wireless
TM
Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
1
Features
1
Package Contents
2
System Requirements
2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
3
Network Topology
3
Roaming
3
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
4
The Dual-Band Wireless Access Point’s Back Panel
4
The Dual-Band Wireless Access Point’s Front Panel
5
Chapter 4: Connecting the Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
6
Chapter 5: Setting Up the Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
7
Chapter 6: Configuring the Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
16
The Setup Tab
16
The Password Tab
20
The Status Tab
21
The Help Tab
22
The Filter Tab
23
The Wireless Tab
24
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
27
Frequently Asked Questions
27
Appendix B: Setting Up the TCP/IP and IPX Protocols
32
Setting Up TCP/IP in Windows
32
TCP/IP Setup for Windows 95, 98, and Millennium
33
IPX Setup for Windows 95, 98, and Millennium
33
TCP/IP Setup for Windows NT 4.0
34
IPX Setup for Windows NT 4.0
34
TCP/IP Setup for Windows 2000
35
IPX Setup for Windows 2000
35
TCP/IP Setup for Windows XP
36
INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require
the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE)
Linksys Group declares that the Instant Wireless™ Series products included in the Instant
Wireless™
Series conform to the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the EMC
Directive 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC:
ETS 300-826, 301 489-1 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
EN 609 50 Safety
ETS 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.
Note: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may
be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more
details, contact Linksys Corporate Compliance.
Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level of above
100 mW are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not
allowed for use within the European community and countries that have adopted the European
R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and/or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03. For more details on
legal combinations of power levels and antennas, contact Linksys Corporate Compliance.
Linksys Group™ vakuuttaa täten että Instant Wireless IEEE 802.11 PC Card tyyppinen laite on
direktiivin 1999/5/EY, direktiivin 89/336/EEC ja direktiivin 73/23/EEC oleellisten vaatimusten ja
sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Linksys Group™ déclare que la carte PC Instant Wireless IEEE 802.11 est conforme aux con-
ditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive 1999/5/EC, la directive
89/336/EEC, et à la directive 73/23/EEC.
Belgique B L’utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 11 (2462 MHz), 12 (2467 MHz), et
13 (2472 MHz).
Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public,
aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une dis-
tance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation
publique à l’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements
et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT.
France F: Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467,
et 2472 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France.
Toute utilisation, qu'elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous pouvez
contacter l'Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations
(<http://www.art-telecom.fr>) pour la procédure à suivre.
France F: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, and
2472 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every indoor and outdoor
installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow.
Deutschland D: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwending, aber nicht genehmi-
gungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.
Germany D: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to fol-
low
Italia I: E' necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i riven-
ditori la procedura da seguire. L'uso per installazione in esterni non e' permessa.
Italy I: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed.
the Netherlands NL License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for proce-
dure to follow.
Nederlands NL Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met
verkoper voor juiste procedure
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Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
Chapter 1: Introduction
The Instant Wireless
TM
Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
Install an access point that protects your infrastructure investment without lim-
iting you to a single type of wireless technology. The Instant Wireless™ Dual-
Band Wireless Access Point works simultaneously with both 802.11a and
802.11b wireless standards to bring you the ultimate in wireless freedom. This
means you can enjoy the broadest spectrum of wireless networking now with-
out the worry of a costly upgrade later.
The Dual-Band Wireless Access Point's antennas enhance reception and pro-
vide seamless roaming through your wireless networks. An advanced user
authentication feature and security encryption of up to 152 bits give you the
highest level of network security. It's both easy to install and easy to use. With
Internet browser-based configuration and Windows-Based Setup Wizard,
you're always in control.
Compact, lightweight, and power-efficient, the Dual-Band Wireless Access
Point is the perfect wireless networking solution, no matter which wireless net-
working standard you choose to use.
•
High Speed Wireless Networking
•
Protection for Your Wireless Investment - Supports Both 2.4GHz and 5GHz
Wireless Technology
•
Wireless Security with WEP Encryption of up to 152-bits and MAC
Address Filtering
•
Quick and Easy to Use with Web-Based Management and Windows-Based
Setup Wizard
•
Operates in Both the 5GHz and 2.4GHz Bands
•
Wi-Fi Compatibility with 802.11a and 802.11b Technology
•
Up to 72 Mbps Turbo Mode (with Linksys 802.11a products only)
•
Supports up to 64 Simultaneous Wireless Users
•
Free Technical Support - 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free U.S.
Calls
•
1-Year Limited Warranty
1
Features
Appendix C: Glossary
37
Appendix D: Specifications
45
Environmental
46
Appendix E: Warranty Information
47
Appendix F: Contact Information
48
Instant Wireless
TM
Series
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Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
3
Chapter 2: Planning Your
Wireless Network
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 adapters provide access to a wired LAN for wire-
less workstations.
An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an infra-
structure configuration.
A group of Instant Wireless™ Series adapter users and
an Instant Wireless™ Dual-Band Wireless 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 Dual-Band Wireless
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 Dual-Band Wireless Access Point is able to forward data within its BSS, the
effective transmission range in an infrastructure LAN is doubled.
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 PCs equipped
with an Instant Wireless™ Series adapter 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 Dual-Band Wireless Access Point position is recom-
mended. Proper Access Point positioning combined with a clear radio signal
will greatly enhance performance.
Instant Wireless
TM
Series
•
One Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
•
One Setup CD-ROM with User Guide
•
One Power Adapter
•
One Quick Installation guide
•
One Registration Card
One Pentium Class PC (200MHz or Faster Processor) with:
•
64MB RAM,
•
Internet Explorer 4.0 or Netscape Navigator 4.7 or Higher for Web-based
configuration,
•
one CD-ROM Drive, and
•
802.11a or 802.11b Wireless Adapter with TCP/IP Protocol Installed
•
a Network Adapter with Category 5 Ethernet Network Cabling and
TCP/IP protocol installed
2
Roaming
Figure 1-1
Network Topology
Package Contents
System Requirements

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