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NETGEAR RangeMax
NEXT Wireless Access
Point WN802T Reference
Manual
NETGEAR
, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10204-01
June 2006
© 2006 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. FullManual.
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Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
Regulatory Compliance Information
This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.
NOTE: This product's firmware limits operation to only the channels allowed in a particular Region or Country.
Therefore, all options described in this user's guide may not be available in your version of the product.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-17, EN60950
Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community
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Hiermit erklärt
NETGEAR Inc.
, dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
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Hereby, NETGEAR Inc.
, declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc.
declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ
NETGEAR Inc.
ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ
ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ ΕΚ .
Français
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Par la présente NETGEAR Inc.
déclare que l'appareil Radiolan est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Italiano [Italian] Con la presente NETGEAR Inc.
dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Latviski
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Lietuvi ų
[Lithuanian]
Ar šo pras
Šiuo ī b
NETGEAR Inc. ā
NETGEAR Inc.
deklar ē m un citiem ar to saist
, ka Radiolan atbilst Direkt ī tajiem noteikumiem.
ī vas 1999/5/EK b ū tiskaj ā m
deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc.
dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc.
, jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Magyar
[Hungarian]
Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc.
nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski [Polish] Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. o ś wiadcza, ż e Radiolan jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozosta ł ymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Português
[Portuguese]
Slovensko
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Slovensky
[Slovak]
Suomi
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Svenska
[Swedish]
NETGEAR Inc.
NETGEAR Inc.
príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
NETGEAR Inc.
1999/5/EG.
declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi dolo č ili direktive 1999/5/ES.
týmto vyhlasuje, _e Radiolan sp ĺň a základné po_iadavky a všetky
vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
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FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
FCC Information to User
This product does not contain any user serviceable components and is to be used with approved antennas only. Any product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Declaration Of Conformity
We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model WN802T RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 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 can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following methods:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit different from that which the radio receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point
Tested to Comply with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
PY306100037 iv
Íslenska
[Icelandic]
Norsk
[Norwegian]
Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc.
yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
NETGEAR Inc.
erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate the equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus (RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Canada ID: 4054A-06100037
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
The Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß dasRangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B.
Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der
Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number:
Publication Date:
Product Family:
Product Name:
WN802T
June 2006
Wireless Access Point
RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point
Home or Business Product:
Language:
Business
English
Publication Part Number: 202-10204-01
Publication Version Number: 1.0
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Contents
Installation and Configuration
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Configuring WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK .................................3-7
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. .................5-2
Default Settings and Technical Specifications
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About This Manual
The NETGEAR ® RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Reference Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
• Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Italics
Bold
Fixed
Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names
User input
Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses
• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment.
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Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in personal injury or death.
• Scope. This manual is written for the RangeMax NEXT according to these specifications:
Product Version
Manual Publication Date
RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point
June 2006
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the
NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents” .
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WN802T.asp
.
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How to Use This Manual
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• A button that displays the table of contents and an button. Double-click on a link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the manual.
• A model.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes some of the key features of the NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless
Access Point. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation (
“System Requirements” on page 1-2 .), package contents ( “What’s in the Box” on page 1-2
) and a description of the front
and back panels of the WN802T ( “Front Panel of the RangeMax NEXT” on page 1-3 ).
About the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point
The WN802T extends your home or small business network by providing high-speed access of up to 300 Mbps 1 , with Gigabit wired support at the back end.RangeMax NEXT WN802T is compliant with NEXT draft 802.11n. This next generation wireless standard utilizes advanced
MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, which delivers incredible speed and range, and for the first time provides wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with other products such as Top
Dog™.
A RangeMax NEXT wireless network creates and maintains stable connections and enough bandwidth to surf the Internet, check email, make Internet phone calls, share files and stream highdefinition videos, simultaneously, at any distance or location in the home or office. RangeMax
NEXT is compatible with all legacy b and g wireless products.
Preset internal antenna and draft 11n-True-Test high-performance testing and tuning provides maximum performance and high-quality streaming every time.
Key Features
The RangeMax NEXT is easy-to-use and provides the following features:
• RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology
• Complies with draft 802.11n
2 , and is backwards compatible with 802.11b/g.
1. Maximum wireless signal derived from IEEE standard 802.11 specification. Actual data throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
2. Ibid.
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• Delivers stable, application enhancing connections using Steady-Stream technology.
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management.
• Login capability.
• Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity.
• Flash memory for firmware upgrades.
System Requirements
Before installing the WN802T, make sure your system meets these requirements.
• A 10/100/1000 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub, router, or switch.
• The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it.
• A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC Switching Power Supply.
• A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, Netscape
Navigator 4.78 or above or Mozilla Firefox.
• At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed.
• 802.11Next/b/g or 802.11b/g -compliant devices.
What’s in the Box
The product package should contain the following items:
• RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point.
• 12V, 1.5A Switching Power Supply
• Vertical stand
• Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable.
• Resource CD
• NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point WN802T Installation Guide
• Wall mount kit.
• Warranty and Support Information Card.
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the router for repair.
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Front Panel of the RangeMax NEXT
The front panel of the RangeMax NEXT houses three LEDS that display the status of power to the wireless access point, Ethernet connectivity and whether a wireless signal is being sent. To identify the status lights on the front panel of the WN802T and verify connection, refer to
below.
Figure 1-1
You can use the status lights on the front of the wireless access point to verify various conditions described in the following table
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Table 1-1. Status Light Descriptions
Label
Power
Ethernet
WLAN
Activity Description
On -- Green Solid
Off
Solid Amber
Blinking Amber
On -- Amber
On -- Green
Blink – Amber or Green
On – Slow blink
On – Fast blink
Power is supplied the and the WN802T has passed its diagnostic test.
Power is not supplied to the router.
System is being initialized.
Firmware upgrade is in progress.
The Ethernet port has detected a connection at either 10 Mbps or
100 Mbps.
The Ethernet port has detected a connection at 1000 Mbps.
Data is being transmitted.
The Wireless port is initializing and the wireless feature is enabled.
Indicates that a WLAN signal is being sent.
Back Panel of the RangeMax NEXT
The back of the WN802T contains the items listed below:
1 – Reset Button
2 – Ethernet Port
3 – Power
Figure 1-2
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Viewed from top to bottom:
1. The reset button which can be used to reset the WN802T or restore the factory default settings.
See
Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications” for more information on
restoring the factory default settings.
2. The Ethernet port for establishing a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps connection with the network.
3. AC Universal Power Supply outlet.
RangeMax NEXT Default Settings Location
The label on the rear panel of the wireless access point contains the serial number, MAC address and default login information for your WN802T device.
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Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to set up your RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b/g/Next or
802.11b/g wireless adapters to connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on your LAN.
Note: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11b or 802.11a/g wireless networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more. This distance can allow for others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. The RangeMax NEXT provides highly
effective security features which are covered in detail in “Understanding WN802T
Wireless Security Options” on page 3-1 . Deploy the security features appropriate
to your needs
You need to prepare these three things before you can establish a connection through your wireless access point:
• A location for the WN802T that conforms to the
“Wireless Equipment Placement and Range
• The wireless access point connected to your LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or Cable/DSL gateway.
• One or more computers with properly configured 802.11b/g/Next or 802.11b/g wireless adapters.
Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines
The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the physical placement of the wireless access point. The latency, data throughput performance, and notebook power consumption of wireless adapters also vary depending on your configuration choices.
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Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WN802T. For complete performance
specifications, see Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications” .”
For best results, place your wireless access point:
• Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate.
• In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-ofsight access (even if through walls).
• Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones.
• Away from large metal surfaces.
If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different radio frequency
Channels to reduce interference. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is 5 Channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11).
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security settings and placement. Some types of security connections can take slightly longer to establish and can consume more battery power on a notebook computer.
Installing the RangeMax NEXT
Before installing the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your
Ethernet network is up and working. You will be connecting the access point to the Ethernet network so that computers with 802.11Next/b/g or 802.11b/g wireless adapters will be able to communicate with computers on the Ethernet network. In order for this to work correctly, verify
that you have met all of the system requirements, shown on “System Requirements” on page 1-2
.
System Requirements
Before installing the WN802T, make sure your system meets these requirements:
• A 10/100/1000 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub, router, or switch.
• The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it.
• The 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC Switching Power Source that came with your device.
• A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, Netscape
Navigator 4.78 or above or Mozilla Firefox.
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• At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed.
• 802.11Next/b/g or 802.11b/g-compliant devices.
Setting up the RangeMax NEXT
Tip: Before mounting the WN802T in a high location, first set up and test the WN802T to verify wireless network connectivity.
To set up the RangeMax NEXT:
1.
Prepare a computer with an Ethernet adapter. If this computer is already part of your network, record its TCP/IP configuration settings.
2.
Configure the computer with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and 255.255.255.0 for the
Subnet Mask.
3.
Connect an Ethernet cable from the WN802T to the computer.
4.
Turn on your computer, connect the power adapter to the WN802T and verify the following:
• The PWR power light goes on.
• The Ethernet port of the wireless access point is lit when connected to a powered on computer.
• The WLAN LED should be blinking.
Configuring Basic LAN and Wireless Access
To configure the WN802T Ethernet port for LAN access:
1.
Connect to the WN802T by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.233 in the address field. The WN802T login screen will appear.
2.
Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters as
.
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Figure 2-1
3.
Click OK
. The main menu of the WN802T will display as shown in Figure 2-2
.
• When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, you can select the
Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view the documentation for the wireless access point.
• When connected to the Internet, you can also select Knowledge Base to access
Application Notes relevant to wireless networking.
• Select Logout to exit the WN802T setup screens. (You will automatically be logged out of the wireless access point after 5 minutes of no activity.)
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4.
Select Basic Settings under Setup on left side of the main menu. The Basic Settings screen will display. The default settings are suitable for most users and environments.
Figure 2-3
To configure your wireless settings:
1.
From the main menu under Setup , select Wireless Settings . The Wireless Settings screen will display.
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2.
Enter the wireless settings for your area. See the online help or
Wireless Settings” on page 2-8
for a complete description of these settings.
3.
Click Apply to save your settings.
When you have completed the setup steps, you can deploy the WN802T in your network. If
needed, you can now reconfigure the computer you used in step 1 in “Setting up the RangeMax
back to its original TCP/IP settings.
Deploying the RangeMax NEXT
To deploy the RangeMax NEXT:
1.
Disconnect the WN802T and position it where it will be deployed. The best location is elevated, such as wall mounted or on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your wireless coverage area, and within line of sight of all the mobile devices.
2.
Connect an Ethernet cable from your RangeMax NEXT to a LAN port on your router, switch, or hub.
Note: By default, WN802T is set with the DHCP client disabled. If your network uses dynamic IP addresses, you must change this setting.
3.
Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter into a power outlet. The PWR, LAN, and Wireless LAN LEDs and should light up.
Verifying Wireless Connectivity
Using a computer with an 802.11b/g/Next or 802.11b/g wireless adapter with the correct wireless settings needed to connect to the WN802T (SSID, WEP/WPA, MAC, etc.). Verify connectivity by using a browser such as Mozilla Firefox, Netscape or Internet Explorer to browse the Internet, or check for file and printer access on your network.
The default SSID for the 802.11b/g/Next is NETGEAR. The SSID of any wireless access adapters must match the SSID configured in the RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point. If they do not match, no wireless connection will be made.
Note:
If you are unable to connect, see Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting .”
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Configuring LAN IP and Wireless Settings
After you install the WN802T, log in to the wireless access point to configure the basic settings and the wireless settings.
Logging in to the RangeMax NEXT
The WN802T is set, by default, with the IP address of 192.168.0.233 with DHCP disabled.
Note: The computer you are using to connect to the WN802T should be configured with an IP address that starts with 192.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.
To log in using the default IP Address:
1.
Open a Web browser such as Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
2.
Connect to the WN802T by entering the default address of http://192.168.0.233
into your browser.
Figure 2-5
3.
The login screen will display. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters.
Figure 2-6
4.
Click OK .
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Your Web browser should automatically find the RangeMax NEXT and display the home
screen, as shown in Figure 2-6
above.
Setting LAN IP Options
The basic settings for your wireless access point are entered on this screen. With the exception of selecting the correct Country/Region, most of the other default settings will work in most cases.
However, if your wireless access point is part of a more complex LAN network, then modify the settings to meet the requirements of your network based on the explanation of the various fields.
To configure the basic settings of your wireless access point:
1.
Under Setup on the main menu, select Basic Settings. The Basic Settings screen will display as
below.
Figure 2-7
2.
Enter the Access Point Name of the WN802T.
This unique name is the access point NetBIOS name. The default Access Point Name is located on the bottom label of WN802T. The default is netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxxx represents the last 6 digits of the WN802T MAC address. You may modify the default name with a unique name up to 15 characters long.
3.
Enter the IP Address fields of the WN802T.
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– DHCP Client . By default, the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) client is disabled. If you have a DHCP server on your LAN and you enable DHCP, the wireless access point will get its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway settings automatically from the DHCP server on your network when you connect the WN802T to your LAN.
– IP Address. Enter the IP Address of your wireless access point.The default IP address is
192.168.0.233. To change it, enter an unused IP address from the address range used on your LAN; or enable DHCP.
– IP Subnet Mask . The Access Point will automatically calculate the subnet mask based on the IP address that you assign. Otherwise, you can use 255.255.255.0 (the default) as the subnet mask.
– Default Gateway.
Enter the IP address of the gateway for your LAN. For more complex networks, enter the address of the router for the network segment to which the wireless access point is connected. The default is 0.0.0.0.
– Primary DNS Servers.
The WN802T will use this IP address as the primary Domain
Name Server used by stations on your LAN. The default is 0.0.0.0.
– Secondary DNS Servers.
The WN802T will use this IP address as the secondary Domain
Name Server used by stations on your LAN. The default is 0.0.0.0.
4.
From the pull-down menu, select the local Time Zone for your wireless access point from a list of all available time zones. The default is GMT.-08:00
5.
Check the Adjust for Daylight Saving Time if your location uses daylight savings. The default is no adjustment.
Note: If you do not have an Internet connection to get the current time, the wireless access point will get the current time from the connecting PC.
6.
Click Apply to save your Basic IP settings.
Configuring Wireless Settings
The following sections describe how to configure the wireless settings for both the 802.11b/g/Next and 802.11b/g modes.
To configure the RangeMax NEXT wireless settings of your wireless access point:
1.
From the main menu under Setup, select Wireless Settings .The Wireless Settings screen will display as shown in
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2.
From the Country/Region pull-down menu, select the region where the WN802T can be used
(the Country/Region is not Configurable in the United States; but is configurable in the rest of the world).
Note: If your country or region is not listed, please check with your local government agency.
3.
Configure the Wireless LAN settings based on the following field descriptions:
• Turn Radio On . On by default, you can also turn off the radio to disable access through this device. This can be helpful for configuration, network tuning, or troubleshooting activities.
• Wireless Network Name (SSID) . Enter a 32-character (maximum) service set ID in this field; the characters are case sensitive. When the wireless access point is deployed in
“infrastructure” mode, the SSID assigned to a wireless device must match the wireless access point SSID in order for the wireless device to communicate with the WN802T. If they do not match, you will not get a wireless connection to the WN802T. The default is
NETGEAR.
• Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). If Enabled, the Wireless Access Point broadcasts its SSID allowing Wireless Stations which have a “null” (blank) SSID to adopt the correct SSID. If set to disable, the SSID is not broadcast. The default is Enabled.
• Wireless Mode . From the pull-down menu, select the desired wireless operating mode:
– 11 b/g – Both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless stations can be used.
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– 11b/g/Next – 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n wireless stations can be used.
The default is 11b/g/Next
• Channel/Frequency . From the pull-down menu, select the channel you wish to use on your wireless LAN. The wireless channels to use in the U.S. and Canada are 1 to 11; for
Europe and Australia, 1 to 13. The default is channel 6.
It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you experience interference (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers). Should this happen, you may want to experiment with different channels to see which is the best. See the article on “Wireless Channels” available on the NETGEAR website. (A link to this article
and other articles of interest can be found in Appendix B, “Related Documents
.”) When selecting or changing channels, some points to bear in mind:
4.
Click Apply to save your wireless settings.
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
Follow the instructions below to set up and test basic wireless connectivity. Once you have established basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security settings appropriate to your needs.
1.
From a web browser, log in to the WN802T using its default address of http://192.168.0.233
. Use the default user name of admin and default password of password — or use a new LAN address and password if you have set them up.
2.
From the main menu under Setup, select Basic Settings. Verify that the correct Country/
Region in which the wireless interface will operate has been selected.
3.
Click Apply to save any changes.
4.
From the main menu under Setup, verify your Operating Mode—either 11b/g/Next or 11b/g.
Verify that the correct (default) channel has been selected for your network.
It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems or are near another wireless access point. Select a channel that is not being used by any other wireless networks within several hundred feet of your wireless access point.
5.
Click Apply to save any changes.
6.
Configure and test your PCs for wireless connectivity
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Program the wireless adapter of your PCs to have the same SSID and channel that you configured in the WN802T. Check that they have a wireless link and are able to obtain an IP address by DHCP from the WN802T.
Note: If you are configuring the WN802T from a wireless computer and you change the SSID, channel, or Security Profile settings, you will lose your wireless connection when you click Apply. You must then change the wireless settings of your computer to match the new settings.
Once your PCs have basic wireless connectivity to the WN802T, you can configure the advanced wireless security functions.
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Wireless Security Settings
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There are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network:
• Restrict Access Based on MAC address.
You can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the WN802T. MAC address filtering adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link is fully exposed.
• Turn Off the Broadcast of the Wireless Network Name (SSID).
If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies the wireless network “discovery” feature of some products such as Windows XP, but the data is still fully exposed to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like wireless sniffers.
• Use WEP.
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. WEP
Shared Key authentication and WEP data encryption will block all but the most determined eavesdropper.
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• Use WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK.
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption provides data security. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame rekeying of WPA make it virtually impossible to compromise. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited.
WEP/WPA Settings
The WN802T Access Point is set by default “None” or no authentication. When setting up
Network Authentication, bear in mind the following:
Not all wireless adapters support WPA or WPA2. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service
Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. However, client software is required on the client. Consult the product documentation for your wireless adapter and WPA or WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring WPA2 settings.
• Network Authentication . You can configure the RangeMax NEXT to use the types of network authentication shown in the table below.
Table 3-1. Network Authentication Types
Type
None
WEP
WPA-PSK (TKIP)
WPA2-PSK (AES)
WPA-PSK (TKIP) + WPA2-PSK
(AES)
Description
No data encryption
Wired Equivalent Privacy using either 64-bit or 128-bit data encryption.
Wi-FI Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, uses WPA-PSK standard encryption with TKIP encryption type.
Wi-FI Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, uses WPA-PSK standard encryption with AES encryption type. Only select this if all clients support WPA2.
This selection allows clients to use either WPA-PSK (TKIP) or
WPA2-PSK (AES).
• Data Encryption . The available options depend on the Network Authentication setting selected (see
above); otherwise, the default is None. The Data Encryption settings are explained in the table below:
Table 3-1. Data Encryption Settings
Data Encryption Type Description
None
64 bits WEP
No encryption is used.
Standard WEP encryption, using 40/64 bit encryption.
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Table 3-1. Data Encryption Settings
Data Encryption Type Description
128 bits WEP
TKIP
AES
Standard WEP encryption, using 104/128 bit encryption.
Automatic encryption with WPA-PSK; requires passphrase
Automatic encryption with WPA2-PSK; requires passphrase
• WEP Authentication Type. WEP can be authenticated using Open System or Automatic. If set to Open System, clients can only associate to the wireless access point by using the Open
System option. If set to Automatic, clients can associate to the wireless access point using both
Open System and Shared Key. Setting the Authentication Type to Automatic will detect which
WEP authentication method is being used. The default is Automatic.
• Use of Passphrases and Keys are explained below:
– Passphrase.
To use the Passphrase to generate the WEP keys, enter a passphrase and click the Generate Keys button. You can also enter the keys directly. These keys must match the other wireless stations.
– Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4 . If using WEP, select the key to be used as the default key.
Data transmissions are always encrypted using the default key. The other keys can only be used to decrypt received data.
– WPA Preshared Key Passphrase.
If using WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK +
WPA2-PSK, enter the passphrase here. All wireless stations must use the same passphrase
(network key). The network key must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.
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SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form
For a new wireless network, print or copy this form and fill in the configuration parameters. For an existing wireless network, the person who set up or is responsible for the network will be able to provide this information. Be sure to set the Regulatory Domain correctly as the first step.
• SSID: The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network.
NETGEAR is the default WN802T SSID. However, you may customize it by using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized SSID on the line below.
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Note: The SSID in the wireless access point is the SSID you configure in the wireless adapter card. All wireless nodes in the same network must be configured with the same SSID,
• Circle the type of Security Authentication used in your wireless network, and then fill out the appropriate required encryption parameters:
WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK
• WEP Encryption Type:
Circle one: Automatic or Open System
Note: If you selected Open System, the other devices in the network will not connect unless they are set to Open System, and have the same keys in the same positions as those in the
WN802T.
• WEP Encryption Keys:
Circle one: 64 or 128 bits. (Enter all four keys for the Key Size chosen.)
Key 1: ___________________________________
Key 2: ___________________________________
Key 3: ___________________________________
Key 4: ___________________________________
• WPA Security Encryption for WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK.
Record a Passphrase between 8 and 63 characters:
Passphrase: ___________________________________
.
Use the procedures described in the following sections to configure the WN802T. Store this information in a safe place.
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To configure WEP data encryption:
1.
Select WEP/WPA Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane. The WEP/
WPA Settings screen will display.
Figure 3-2
2.
Check the WEP radio button . The WEP Security Encryption options will display. Select the
Authentication Type from the pull-down menu. The default is Automatic.
3.
Selection the Encryption Strength from the pull-down menu; either 64-bit or 128 bit.
4.
You can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all PCs and wireless access points in your network. Choose either:
• Automatic – Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase box and click the Generate button. The four key boxes will be automatically populated with key values.
• Manual – Enter the number of hexadecimal digits appropriate to the encryption strength:
10 digits for 64-bit and 26 digits for 128-bit (any combination of 0-9, a-f, or A-F)
Select which of the four keys will be the default.
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5.
Select the key to be used as the default key by checking the radio box. (Data transmissions are always encrypted using the default key.)
See the document “Wireless Communications” for a full explanation of each of these options, as defined by the IEEE 802.11 wireless communication standard. A link to this document on the NETGEAR website is in
Appendix B, “Related Documents .”
6. Click Apply to save your settings.
Note: If you use a wireless computer to configure WEP settings, you will be disconnected when you click Apply. Reconfigure your wireless adapter to match the new settings or access the wireless access point from a wired computer to make any further changes.
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Configuring WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and WPA-PSK + WPA2-
PSK
Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client.
Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or above include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions on configuring WPA settings.
To configure WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK:
1.
Select WEP/WPA Settings under the Security menu on the left navigation pane. The WEP/
WPA Settings screen will display.
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Select one of the following ratio buttons: WPA-PSK , WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK + WPA2-
PSK . The Security encryption Passphrase field will display.
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3.
Enter the preshared key passphrase (Network Key).
4.
Click Apply to save your settings.
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address
By default, all wireless PCs that are configured with the correct SSID are allowed access to your wireless network. For increased security, you can restrict access to your wireless network to only those trusted wireless PCs based on their MAC address.
The Access Control List screen lets you block the network access privilege of any specified stations to only those displayed in the Trusted Wireless Stations table. When you enable the Turn
Access Control On radio box, the access point will only accept connections from those clients on the Trusted Wireless Stations access control list. This provides an additional layer of security.
Note: If configuring the WN802T from a wireless computer whose MAC address is not in the Trusted Wireless Stations access control list, when you select Turn Access
Control On , you will lose your wireless connection when you click Apply. You must then access the wireless access point from a wired computer or from a wireless computer which is on the access control list to make any further changes.
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To restrict access based on MAC addresses:
1.
Log in to the WN802T using the default address of http:/192.168.0.233, user name of admin and default password of password , or whatever LAN address and password you have set up.
2.
Under Security on the main menu, select Access Control.
The Access Control menu will display.
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3.
Check the Turn Access Control On radio button.
4.
Click Apply to enable the Access Control feature.
5.
The Trusted Wireless Stations table will display any wireless stations you have entered. If you have not entered any wireless stations this list will be empty.
Note: If Turn Access Control On is enabled and the Access Control List is blank, then no wireless PCs will be able to connect to your wireless network
To delete an existing entry:
Check the radio button adjacent to the entry and then click Delete .
To set up the trusted wireless stations control list:
1.
Click Add on the Access Control List screen. The Wireless Card Access Setup screen will display. The Available Wireless Cards table will display all available wireless PCs and their
MAC addresses.
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2.
If the wireless PC you want to add appears in the list, check its adjacent radio button and click
Add.
• If the PC is not displayed, make sure that it is configured correctly and click Refresh .
• If no wireless PCs appear in the Available Wireless Cards access list, then you can manually enter the Device Name and MAC Address of the wireless PC in the appropriate fields and then click Add. (You can usually find the MAC address printed on the bottom of the wireless adapter.)
3.
Repeat these steps for each additional device you want to add to the Trusted Wireless
Stations list.
Note: The wireless stations must be selected and added one at a time to the T rusted
Wireless Stations list.
4.
Click Apply to save your wireless access control list settings.
Now, only devices on this list will be allowed to wirelessly connect to the WN802T.
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Chapter 4
Management
This chapter describes how to use the management and information features as well as the advanced wireless settings features of your RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point. These features can be found under the Management, Information and Advanced menus on the left navigation pane of the browser interface.
Changing the Password
Note: Before changing the WN802T password, use the backup utility to save your configuration settings. If you forget your new password, you must reset the
WN802T back to the factory defaults and use the default password. Consequently, you will have to restore any WN802T configuration settings you have made. The backup file can be used in this event.
The default password for the WN802T is password.
NETGEAR recommends that you change this password to a more secure password.
To change the password:
1.
Select Change Password under the Management menu on the left navigation pane. The
Change Password screen will display.
Figure 4-1
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First enter the old password, in the Old Password field.
3.
Then enter the new password twice in the New Password and Repeat New Password fields.
4.
Click Apply to save your changes.
Note: Be sure to write down the new password and store it in a safe place.
To restore the default password:
1.
Check the Restore Default Password radio button.
2.
Click Apply.
The default password will be restored.
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Firmware
The software of the RangeMax NEXT is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from the NETGEAR Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file), you must first extract the image (.img) file before sending it to the wireless access point. The upgrade file can be sent using your browser.
Note: The Web browser used to upload new firmware into the RangeMax NEXT must support HTTP uploads, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or
Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above.
To upgrade the firmware:
1.
Go to the NETGEAR Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/downloads_support.asp
to get new versions of the Access Point software.
2.
Download, save and unzip (if the download file is a .zip file) the new software file.
3.
From the main menu of the browser interface, click Upgrade Firmware under the
Management menu on the left navigation panel. The Upgrade Firmware screen will display.
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4. Click Browse and go to the location of the downloaded software upgrade file.
5.
Click Upload .
Warning: When uploading firmware to the wireless access point, it is important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, the upload may fail, corrupt the software, and render the WN802T inoperable.
In some cases, it may be necessary to reconfigure the wireless access point after upgrading.
Backing Up or Restoring Settings
You can back up your configuration settings of the RangeMax NEXT and restore the factory default settings. Once you have your wireless access point working properly, backing up the configured settings would be prudent should you have to perform a factory reset. When you backup the settings, they are saved as a file on your computer that you can access to restore the wireless access point’s configured settings.
To backup/restore settings:
1.
From the main menu of the browser interface, select Backup/Restore Settings from under the
Management menu. The Backup/Restore Settings screen will display.
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2.
Select the task you want to perform:
• To create a backup file of the current settings, click Backup under the Save a Copy of
Current Settings heading.
– If you don’t have your browser set up to save downloaded files automatically, locate where you want to save the file, rename it if you like, and click Backup.
– If you have your browser set up to save downloaded files automatically, the file will be automatically saved to the download location
• To restore settings from a backup file:
– Click Browse under the Restore Saved Settings from a File heading. Locate and select the previously saved backup file (by default, netgear.cfg).
– Click Retrieve . A window will appear with the message that the wireless access point has been successfully restored to its previous settings. The wireless access point will restart. This will take about one minute.
Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes restarting. When the Test light turns off, wait a few more seconds before doing anything with the Access Point.
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– Close the message window.
• To erase the current settings and reset the wireless access point to the original factory default settings :
– Click Restore. The default factory settings will be restored.
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– A list of the factory default settings can be found in
Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications” .
Warning: Do not try to go online, turn off the Access Point, shut down the computer or do anything else to the Access Point until it finishes restarting. When the Test light turns off, wait a few more seconds before doing anything with the Access Point.
Rebooting the RangeMax NEXT
You can reboot the wireless access point from the browser interface or by using the reset button on the rear panel.
To reboot the wireless access point from the user interface:
1.
From the main menu of the browser interface, click Reboot AP under the Management menu on the left navigation pane. The Reboot AP screen will display..
Figure 4-5
2.
Select the Yes radio button, and then click Apply .
Viewing Available Wireless Station List
The Available Wireless Station List contains a table of all IP devices associated with this wireless access point network defined by its Wireless Network Name (SSID).
To view the list of available wireless stations:
1.
From the main menu of the browser interface, select Available Wireless Station List under the Information menu of the left navigation pane. The Available Wireless Station List will display.
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Click Refresh to update the list and force the wireless access point to look for associated devices.
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• For each device, the table shows the Station ID, MAC address, IP Address, and Status
(whether the device is allowed to communicate with the wireless access point or not).
• If the wireless access point is rebooted, the table data is lost until the wireless access point rediscovers the devices.
Note: A wireless network can include multiple wireless access points, all using the same network name (SSID). This extends the reach of the wireless network and lets users roam from one access point to another which provides seamless network connectivity. Under these circumstances, be aware that only the stations associated with this wireless access point will be presented in the
Available Wireless Station List.
Viewing Statistics
The Statics screen displays both wired and wireless interface network traffic.
To display statics for the wireless access point:
1.
Select Statistics under the Information menu on the left information pane. The Statistics screen will display.
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• The Wired Ethernet section of the table displays traffic statistics for the wired Ethernet interface.
• The Wireless section displays traffic statistics for the wireless interface.
2.
Click Refresh to update the current statistics.
Advanced Wireless Settings
We recommend that the Advanced Wireless Settings should be modified only by an administrator very familiar with the ramifications of changing the Wireless LAN parameters. If set incorrectly, they can adversely affect the performance or connectivity of your wireless access point. The default settings should be adequate in most situations. Following is a description of each of the
Wireless LAN Parameters.
• RTS Threshold. The Request to Send Threshold packet size determines if the wireless access point should use the CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection) mechanism or the CSMA/CA mechanism for packet transmission:
– With the CSMA/CD transmission mechanism, the transmitting station sends out the actual packet as soon as it has waited for the silence period.
– With the CSMA/CA transmission mechanism, the transmitting station sends out an RTS packet to the receiving station, and waits for the receiving station to send back a CTS
(Clear to Send) packet before sending the actual packet data.
The default value is 2346.
• Fragmentation Length. This is the maximum packet size used for fragmentation. Packets larger than the size programmed in this field will be fragmented. The Fragment Threshold value must be larger than the RTS Threshold value.
The default value is 2346
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• Beacon Interval.
The Beacon Interval specifies the interval of time between 20ms and
1000ms for each beacon transmission.
The default value is 100 ms.
• DTIM Interval. The Delivery Traffic Indication Message Interval specifies the data beacon rate between 1 and 255.
The default value is 1.
• Preamble Type . A long transmit preamble may provide a more reliable connection or slightly longer range. A short transmit preamble gives better performance. The Auto setting will automatically handle both long and short preamble.
The default setting is Auto.
To modify the Wireless LAN parameters:
1.
Select Wireless Settings under the Advanced menu on the left navigation pane of the user interface. The Advanced Wireless Settings screen will display.
Figure 4-8
2.
Make the changes to the Wireless LAN Parameters based on the field descriptions outlined above.
3.
Click Apply for your changes to take effect.
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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
This chapter provides information for troubleshooting issues with your RangeMax NEXT Wireless
Access Point. Following each problem description, instructions are provided to assist you in diagnosing and solving the problem.
Following are some tips for correcting simple problems that could occur.
No lights are lit on the access point.
The access point has no power.
• Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point and plugged in to a working power outlet or power strip.
• Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access point; in this case the Switching Power Supply.
The Ethernet light is not lit.
There is a hardware connection problem.
• Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the wireless access point and the network device (hub, switch, or router).
• Make sure the connected device is turned on.
The WLAN light is not lit.
The wireless access point build-it antennas are not functioning properly.
• Check the “Turn Radio On” radio button setting on the Wireless Settings screen under the
Setup menu. It must be turned on (checked).
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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.
• Contact NETGEAR if the WLAN light remains off.
I cannot configure the access point from a browser.
Check these items:
• The WN802T is properly installed, LAN connections are OK, and it is powered on. Check that the LAN port LED is blinking green to verify that the Ethernet connection is OK.
• If you are using the NetBIOS name of the WN802T to connect (DHCP Client is enabled), ensure that your PC and the WN802T are on the same network segment or that there is a
WINS server on your network. Using the default NetBIOS name: netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxx is the last 6 digits of the wireless access point MAC address; or, if you have modified the name, make sure you have input it correctly. (The name may be up to 15 characters long.)
• If DHCP is not enabled, make sure you are using the correct LAN IP Address to access the wireless access point, and that you are on the same network segment.
• If DHCP is enabled, and you cannot connect using the default NetBIOS name, configure your
DHCP server (either built into the router or a separate server) with a reserve IP (based on the wireless access point’s MAC address). You can then use it to create a fixed IP for the wireless access point.
• If you have not yet deployed the wireless access point, and it is connected to your PC via an
Ethernet cable, make sure the connection is secure, and that you have configured your PC with a static IP in the same subnet as the LAN IP of wireless access point. The default static IP address to use for your PC is 192.168.0.210; the default wireless access point LAN IP is
192.168.0.233; and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer.
There is a configuration problem. Check these items:
• 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 on the Network Properties is set to “Obtain an
IP address automatically.”
• The wireless access point’s default values may not work with your network. Check the wireless access point’s default configuration against the configuration of other devices in your network.
•
For full instructions on changing the wireless access point’s default values, see Chapter 2,
“Installation and Configuration”
and Chapter 3, “Wireless Security Settings”
.
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error.
A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting steps.
• Check whether other computers work. If they do, ensure that your computer’s IP Address,
Subnet Mask and Default Gateway settings are correct. If using a DNS Server, check the
Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses.
• If the computers are configured correctly, but still not working, ensure that the WN802T is connected and turned on. Connect to it and check its settings. If you cannot connect to it, check the LAN and power connections.
• If the WN802T is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem, etc.) to make sure that it is working.
• Try again.
• When entering configuration settings, be sure to click the Apply button before moving to another menu or tab, or your changes are lost.
• Click the Refresh or Reload button in the Web browser. The changes may have occurred, but the Web browser may be caching the old configuration.
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings
The reset button on the rear panel of the WN802T has two functions:
• Reboot: When pressed and released quickly, the WN802T will reboot (restart).
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• Reset to Factory Defaults: This button can also be used to clear ALL data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values. These settings are shown in
Settings and Technical Specifications” .
To clear all data and restore the factory default values:
1.
Power off the WN802T and power it back on.
2.
Use something with a small point, such as a pen, to press the reset button in and hold it in for at least five seconds—or until the power light changes from blinking green to amber.
3.
Release the reset button.
The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the WN802T is ready for use.
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Appendix A
Default Settings and Technical Specifications
This appendix provides the factory default settings and technical specifications for the RangeMax
NEXT Wireless Access Point.
Factory Default Settings
You can use the reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory defaults. This is called a hard reset.
• To perform a hard reset, push and hold the reset button for approximately 5 seconds (until the
Power LED changes from blinking green to solid amber). Your device will return to the
factory configuration settings shown in Table A-1
below.
• Pressing the reset button for a shorter period of time will simply cause your device to reboot.
Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings
Description Feature
AP Login
User Login URL
User Name (case sensitive)
Login Password (case sensitive)
Ethernet Connection
Access Point Name
Ethernet MAC Address
Access Point Mode
Port Speed
Local Network (LAN)
Lan IP
Subnet Mask
Gateway Address
192.168.0.233
admin password netgearxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last 6 digits of the wireless access point MAC address.
See rear label.
On
10/100/1000 Mbps
192.168.0.233
255.255.255.0
192.168.0.1
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Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings
Feature Description
DHCP Client
Time Zone
Time Zone Adjusted for Daylight Saving
Time
Wireless
Disabled
GMT-08:00
Disabled
Operating Mode
Wireless Communication
Wireless Network Name (SSID)
Broadcast Network Name SSID
Security
Transmission Speed
Country/Region
11b/g/Next (20/40 MHz)
Enabled
NETGEAR
Enabled
Disabled
Auto a
United States (in North America; otherwise, varies by region)
6/2.43 GHz (until the region is selected) Channel/Radio Frequency
Output Power
Wireless Card Access List
Full
All wireless stations allowed a. Maximum Wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
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Technical Specifications
Table A-2. WN802T Technical Specifications
Parameter RangeMax NEXT Wireless Access Point
802.11Next Data Rates 7.2, 14.4, 21.7, 28.9,43.3, 57.8, 65, 72.2, 87.7, 115.6, 130 & 144.4 Mbps (20Hz)
15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120. 135. 150, 180, 240, 270 & 300 Mbps (40Hz)
802.11b/g Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 38, 54, & 108 Mbps (Auto-rate capable)
802.11b/g/Next
Operating Frequencies
802.11b/g/Next
Encryption
Network Management
Maximum Clients
2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US)
2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz (Japan)
2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz (Europe ETSI)
Web-based configuration and status monitoring
Limited by the amount of wireless network traffic generated by each node; typically 15 to 20 nodes.
2.457 ~ 2.462 GHz (Spain)
2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz (France)
40-bits (also called 64-bits), 128-bits WEP data encryption; TKIP (WPA-PSK) and AES (WPA2-PSK)
Status LEDs
Power Adapter
Electromagnetic
Compliance
Environmental
Specifications
Power/Ethernet LAN/Wireless LAN
12V DC, 1.5 A Switching Power Supply
FCC Part 15 Class B and Class E, CE, and C-TICK
Operating temperature: 0 to 50° C
Operating humidity: 5-95%, non-condensing
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Appendix B
Related Documents
This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product.
Document Link
Internet Networking and TCP/IP
Addressing
Wireless Communications
Preparing a Computer for
Network Access
Virtual Private Networking (VPN)
Glossary http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/vpn/index.htm
http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/glossary/index.htm
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Index
Numerics
192.168.0.210, Static IP Address 2-3
192.168.0.230, default address
255.255.255.0
default subnet
802.11b/g default name
802.11b/g/Next default name
A
Access Control List
Access Point name, default 2-9
B
Basic Settings menu
C
configuration
D
Data Rate
Daylight Saving Time adjustment for
default login 2-3 default password 2-3
,
Default Settings
default subnet mask
255.255.255.0 2-3 default user name 2-3
DHCP Client
dynamic IP addresses
E
equipment placement
F
Flash memory, for firmware upgrade 1-2
G
Gateway
H
http
//192.168.0.230
I
interference sources
IP Address
IP address
,
IP Subnet mask
L
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M
trusted PCs
multiple access points placement of
N
NetBIOS
types of
P
passphrase
password
performance degradation causes of
Primary DNS Servers
R
radio frequency recommended channels
reception range equipment placement
restricting access
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Secondary DNS Servers default
security
security options
WEP data encryption
SSID
802.11/b/g/Next default
disabling, consequences of 3-1
Static IP Address, 192.168.0.210
T
troubleshooting
Trusted Wireless Stations
Turn Access Control On
U
user name default
W
WEP
wireless access point deployment of
verifying connectivity
wireless configuring
80211.b/g modes
wireless connectivity
Wireless Mode
wireless security
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11a
configuring 802.11a
Wireless Settings 11a screen 2-10
wireless settings screen
11a
WPA2
WPA-PSK
Network Authentication screens
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