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How to Configure Multi-Point Wireless Bridging

Figure 5-6:

Multi-Point bridging

1.

Configure the Operating Mode of the WG102 Access Points.

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Because it is in the central location, configure WG102 (AP1) on LAN Segment 1 in

Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge mode. The MAC addresses of AP2 and AP3 are required in

AP1.

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Configure WG102 (AP2) on LAN Segment 2 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode with the

Remote MAC Address of AP1.

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Configure the WG102 (AP3) on LAN 3 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode with the Remote

MAC Address of AP1.

2.

Verify the following parameters for all access points:

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Verify that the LAN network configuration of the WG102 Access Points are configured to

operate in the same LAN network address range as the LAN devices

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Only one AP is configured in Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge mode, and all the others are in

Point-to-Point Bridge mode.

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All APs must be on the same LAN. That is, all the APs LAN IP address must be in the

same network.

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If using DHCP, all WG102 Access Points should be set to “Obtain an IP address

automatically (DHCP Client)” in the IP Address Source portion of the Basic IP Settings

menu.

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All WG102 Access Points use the same SSID, Channel, authentication mode, if any, and

encryption in use.

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All Point-to-Point APs must have AP2’s MAC address in its Remote AP MAC address

field.

3.

Verify connectivity across the LANs.

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A computer on any LAN segment should be able to connect to the Internet or share files

and printers with any other PCs or servers connected to any of the three LAN segments.

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Wireless stations will not be able to connect to the WG102 Access Points in the

illustration above. If you require wireless stations to access any lan segment, you can

additional WG102 Access Points configured in Wireless Access Point mode to any LAN

segment.

Note:

You can extend this multi-point bridging by adding additional WG102s configured in

Point-to-Point mode for each additional LAN segment. Furthermore, you can extend the range of

the wireless network with NETGEAR wireless antenna accessories.

How to Configure Wireless Repeating

Figure 5-7:

Repeater bridging

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1.

Configure the Operating Mode of the WG102 Access Points.

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Configure AP1 on LAN Segment 1 in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of

the ‘downstream’ AP (AP2).

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Configure AP2 in Repeater mode with the MAC addresses of the ‘upstream’ AP (AP1)

and the MAC address of the ‘downstream’ AP (AP3).

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Configure AP3 in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of the ‘upstream’ AP

(AP2).

2.

Verify the following parameters for all access points:

•

Verify that the LAN network configuration of the WG102 Access Points are configured to

operate in the same LAN network address range as the LAN devices

•

All APs must be on the same LAN. That is, all the APs LAN IP address must be in the

same network.

•

If using DHCP, all WG102 Access Points should be set to “Obtain an IP address

automatically (DHCP Client)” in the IP Address Source portion of the Basic IP Settings

menu.

•

All WG102 Access Points use the same SSID, Channel, authentication mode, if any, and

encryption in use.

3.

Verify connectivity across the LANs.

A computer on any LAN segment should be able to connect to the Internet or share files and

printers with any other PCs or servers connected to any of the three WLAN segments.

Note

: You can extend this repeating by adding up to 2 additional WG102s configured in repeater

mode. However, since Repeater configurations communicate in half-duplex mode, the bandwidth

decreases as you add Repeaters to the network. Also, you can extend the range of the wireless

network with NETGEAR wireless antenna accessories.

Troubleshooting

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Chapter 6

Troubleshooting

This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your NETGEAR WG102 ProSafe

802.11g Wireless Access Point. After each problem description, instructions are given to help you

diagnose and solve the problem. For the common problems listed, go to the section indicated.

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Is the WG102 on?

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Have I connected the wireless access point correctly?

Go to

“Installing the WG102 Access Point” on page 3-5

.

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I cannot remember the wireless access point’s configuration password.

Go to

“Changing the Administrator Password” on page 4-8

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If you have trouble setting up your WG102, check the tips below.

No lights are lit on the access point.

It takes a few seconds for the power indicator to light up. Wait a minute and check the

power light status on the access point.

If the access point has no power.

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Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point.

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Make sure the power adapter is connected to a functioning power outlet. If it is in a power

strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. If it is plugged directly into the wall, verify that it

is not a switched outlet.

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Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access

point.

Note:

For up-to-date WG102 installation details and troubleshooting guidance visit

www.NETGEAR.com

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The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up.

The access point’s antennae are not working.

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If the Wireless LAN activity light stays off, disconnect the adapter from its power source and

then plug it in again.

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Make sure the antennas are tightly connected to the WG102.

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Contact NETGEAR technical support if the Wireless LAN activity light remains off.

The LAN light is not lit.

There is a hardware connection problem.Check these items:

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Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the access point and the network

device (hub, switch, or router). A switch, hub, or router must be installed between the access

point and the Ethernet LAN or broadband modem.

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Make sure the connected device is turned on.

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Be sure the correct cable is used. Use a standard Category 5 Ethernet patch cable. If the

network device has Auto Uplink™ (MDI/MDIX) ports, you can use either a crossover cable or

a normal patch cable.

I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless

capable computer.

There is a configuration problem. Check these items:

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You may not have restarted the computer with the wireless adapter to have TCP/IP changes

take effect. Restart the computer.

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The computer with the wireless adapter may not have the correct TCP/IP settings to

communicate with the network. Restart the computer and check that TCP/IP is set up properly

for that network. The usual setting for Windows the Network Properties

is set to “Obtain an IP

address automatically.”

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The access point’s default values may not work with your network. Check the access point

default configuration against the configuration of other devices in your network.