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Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Model: WAP2000 USER GUIDE BUSINESS SERIES
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Model: WAP2000 USER GUIDE BUSINESS SERIES
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... and certain other open -source software source code is something that could damage your property or product. Copyright © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. About This Guide Open Source This product may contain material licensed to you may encounter various icons designed to ... All rights reserved. WEB: For detailed license terms and additional information visit: www.linksys.com/gpl Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet ii and/or its affiliates in front of Cisco Systems, Inc. WEB: This globe icon indicates a noteworthy website address or e-mail address. Resource Website...
... and certain other open -source software source code is something that could damage your property or product. Copyright © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. About This Guide Open Source This product may contain material licensed to you may encounter various icons designed to ... All rights reserved. WEB: For detailed license terms and additional information visit: www.linksys.com/gpl Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet ii and/or its affiliates in front of Cisco Systems, Inc. WEB: This globe icon indicates a noteworthy website address or e-mail address. Resource Website...
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... > Management 14 Administration > Log 15 Administration > Factory Default 16 Administration > Firmware Upgrade 16 Administration > Reboot 16 Administration > Configuration Management 17 Status > Local Network 17 Status > Wireless 18 Status > System Performance 18 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 20 Appendix B: Wireless Security Checklist 23 General Network Security Guidelines 23 Additional Security Tips 23 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet
... > Management 14 Administration > Log 15 Administration > Factory Default 16 Administration > Firmware Upgrade 16 Administration > Reboot 16 Administration > Configuration Management 17 Status > Local Network 17 Status > Wireless 18 Status > System Performance 18 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 20 Appendix B: Wireless Security Checklist 23 General Network Security Guidelines 23 Additional Security Tips 23 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet
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... Avis d'Industrie Canada concernant l'exposition aux radiofréquences 31 Wireless Disclaimer 31 Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil 31 User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE 32 Appendix G: Contact Information 36 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet ii
... Avis d'Industrie Canada concernant l'exposition aux radiofréquences 31 Wireless Disclaimer 31 Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil 31 User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE 32 Appendix G: Contact Information 36 Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet ii
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... 1 Chapter 1: Introduction Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Introduction The Wireless-G Access Point with two 3 dBi antennas for increased power, also helping to keep employees and guests connected. The Access Point comes with Power Over Ethernet is automatic and selfconfiguring. Integrated Quality of the Access Point. Linksys One technology is ideal for small businesses that reflect off walls, ceilings, and other...
... 1 Chapter 1: Introduction Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Introduction The Wireless-G Access Point with two 3 dBi antennas for increased power, also helping to keep employees and guests connected. The Access Point comes with Power Over Ethernet is automatic and selfconfiguring. Integrated Quality of the Access Point. Linksys One technology is ideal for small businesses that reflect off walls, ceilings, and other...
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... talk to the network. Wireless-G Access Point with your wired network with Power Over Ethernet To link your wireless network, connect the Access Point's Ethernet network port to a router that you consider roaming, choose a feasible radio channel and optimum access point position. The switch then can connect to any computer in a wired or wireless network via the access point or wireless router. NOTE: Spanning Tree...
... talk to the network. Wireless-G Access Point with your wired network with Power Over Ethernet To link your wireless network, connect the Access Point's Ethernet network port to a router that you consider roaming, choose a feasible radio channel and optimum access point position. The switch then can connect to any computer in a wired or wireless network via the access point or wireless router. NOTE: Spanning Tree...
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....168.1.245, see "Chapter 5: Advanced Configuration" for details. If you want to the Access Point. Adjust the two antennas so that they form a 90 degree angle for less than ten seconds, or restore the defaults using Power over Ethernet. Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Side Panel Security Slots The security slots can be configured with the factory...
....168.1.245, see "Chapter 5: Advanced Configuration" for details. If you want to the Access Point. Adjust the two antennas so that they form a 90 degree angle for less than ten seconds, or restore the defaults using Power over Ethernet. Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Side Panel Security Slots The security slots can be configured with the factory...
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... leave 3 mm of its four rubber feet or it can be mounted on its head exposed. 4. Wireless-G Access Point with the two screws. 5. Vertical Mounting NOTE: The Access Point should be used for either vertically or horizontally. Suggested Mounting Hardware 2.5-3 mm 4-5 mm 1-2 mm NOTE:... sturdy and make sure the location is not responsible for horizontal mounting. Maneuver the Access Point so the wall-mount slots line up with Power Over Ethernet Horizontal Mounting NOTE: The Access Point should be oriented as shown above for damages incurred by insecure wall-mounting hardware....
... leave 3 mm of its four rubber feet or it can be mounted on its head exposed. 4. Wireless-G Access Point with the two screws. 5. Vertical Mounting NOTE: The Access Point should be used for either vertically or horizontally. Suggested Mounting Hardware 2.5-3 mm 4-5 mm 1-2 mm NOTE:... sturdy and make sure the location is not responsible for horizontal mounting. Maneuver the Access Point so the wall-mount slots line up with Power Over Ethernet Horizontal Mounting NOTE: The Access Point should be oriented as shown above for damages incurred by insecure wall-mounting hardware....
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... switch. Connect the Ethernet cable to the next chapter. Adjust the two antennas so that they form a 90 degree angle for best performance. 5. Adjust the Antennas 3. Connect the other end of the network cable to the antenna connectors on . Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Chapter 4 Installation Connecting the Access Point 1. Connect the antennas to the Access Point's Ethernet port.
... switch. Connect the Ethernet cable to the next chapter. Adjust the two antennas so that they form a 90 degree angle for best performance. 5. Adjust the Antennas 3. Connect the other end of the network cable to the antenna connectors on . Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Chapter 4 Installation Connecting the Access Point 1. Connect the antennas to the Access Point's Ethernet port.
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... used to assign a static or fixed IP address to enter names for the Access Point and configure the IP settings. Automatic Configuration - Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Login Screen Web-Based Utility The first screen that case, Linksys recommends to the Access Point. Location Use this option is the host name assigned to hold down and reconnect...
... used to assign a static or fixed IP address to enter names for the Access Point and configure the IP settings. Automatic Configuration - Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Login Screen Web-Based Utility The first screen that case, Linksys recommends to the Access Point. Location Use this option is the host name assigned to hold down and reconnect...
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... 5 Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Network Mode Select one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP address. Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings Change the basic wireless network settings on the right side of the screen. The Access Point can connect to up to change the Access Point's time settings. Wireless-G Access Point with Static IP • LocalIPAddress TheIPaddressmustbeuniquetoyour...
... 5 Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Network Mode Select one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP address. Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings Change the basic wireless network settings on the right side of the screen. The Access Point can connect to up to change the Access Point's time settings. Wireless-G Access Point with Static IP • LocalIPAddress TheIPaddressmustbeuniquetoyour...
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... RADIUS stands for all devices in this Access Point will select the channel with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Wireless Security Select SSID Select any keyboard character. Wireless > Wireless Security Change the Access Point's wireless security settings on this mode. • Mixed This option allows both Wireless-B and Wireless‑G client devices to connect to all SSIDs. Wireless-G Access Point with the lowest amount of the SSID...
... RADIUS stands for all devices in this Access Point will select the channel with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Wireless Security Select SSID Select any keyboard character. Wireless > Wireless Security Change the Access Point's wireless security settings on this mode. • Mixed This option allows both Wireless-B and Wireless‑G client devices to connect to all SSIDs. Wireless-G Access Point with the lowest amount of the SSID...
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... > WPA2-Personal Encryption WPA2 always uses AES for 128-bit encryption. It should change the encryption keys. Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet WPA-Personal (aka WPA-PSK) Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA-Personal Encryption WPA offers you want to its weak security protection. Shared Secret Enter a WPA Shared Key of the screen. Help information is ...
... > WPA2-Personal Encryption WPA2 always uses AES for 128-bit encryption. It should change the encryption keys. Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet WPA-Personal (aka WPA-PSK) Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA-Personal Encryption WPA offers you want to its weak security protection. Shared Secret Enter a WPA Shared Key of the screen. Help information is ...
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... chooses TKIP or AES for client authentication. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Access Point.) Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA2-Enterprise 10 Change these settings as described here and click Apply to save your changes. The default is...information is 3600 seconds. Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Access Point.) Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA-Enterprise RADIUS Server IP Address Enter the RADIUS server's IP address.
... chooses TKIP or AES for client authentication. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Access Point.) Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA2-Enterprise 10 Change these settings as described here and click Apply to save your changes. The default is...information is 3600 seconds. Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Access Point.) Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA-Enterprise RADIUS Server IP Address Enter the RADIUS server's IP address.
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... that use either WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise. Shared Secret Enter the Shared Secret key used by the RADIUS server. Wireless-G Access Point with Microsoft's Windows implementation. The WEP key is 1812. Manual WEP key is available on the right side of the... which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. Wireless > Wireless Security > RADIUS RADIUS Server IP Address Enter the RADIUS server's IP address. Change these settings as described here and click Apply to ensure compatibility with Power Over Ethernet Change these settings as...
... that use either WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise. Shared Secret Enter the Shared Secret key used by the RADIUS server. Wireless-G Access Point with Microsoft's Windows implementation. The WEP key is 1812. Manual WEP key is available on the right side of the... which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. Wireless > Wireless Security > RADIUS RADIUS Server IP Address Enter the RADIUS server's IP address. Change these settings as described here and click Apply to ensure compatibility with Power Over Ethernet Change these settings as...
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... screen allows you to configure the Connection Control List to either permit or block specific wireless client devices connecting to (associating with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings CTS Protection Mode CTS (Clear-To-Send) Protection Mode function boosts the Access Point's ability to catch all devices. The selected MAC address will be decoded by default...
... screen allows you to configure the Connection Control List to either permit or block specific wireless client devices connecting to (associating with Power Over Ethernet Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings CTS Protection Mode CTS (Clear-To-Send) Protection Mode function boosts the Access Point's ability to catch all devices. The selected MAC address will be decoded by default...
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... by selecting a value from each wireless network by the WiFi Alliance before IEEE 802.11e was finalized. When this value, but interferes with U-APSD capability to the Access Point. The default is part of the power save bandwidth and power consumption on any VLAN either tagged or...the drop-down menu. The VLAN should match with Power Over Ethernet tagged traffic coming in order to on the wired side. VLAN ID Select a VLAN ID (1 - 4094) for each SSID. The wireless traffic will drop all Wireless-G Access Point with your Switch's settings. A smaller setting means ...
... by selecting a value from each wireless network by the WiFi Alliance before IEEE 802.11e was finalized. When this value, but interferes with U-APSD capability to the Access Point. The default is part of the power save bandwidth and power consumption on any VLAN either tagged or...the drop-down menu. The VLAN should match with Power Over Ethernet tagged traffic coming in order to on the wired side. VLAN ID Select a VLAN ID (1 - 4094) for each SSID. The wireless traffic will drop all Wireless-G Access Point with your Switch's settings. A smaller setting means ...
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...wireless access points/devices. Access Point. You may wish to change the Access Point's mode of operation if you want to confirm To confirm the new Password, enter it again in this field. 14 This connects your wireless PCs to communicate with Power Over Ethernet have its signal. Re-enter to use the Access Point as a wireless...repeated by this access point. The default is admin. The AP Mode Tab The Access Point offers three modes of the Access Point is necessary. Wireless clients will Wireless-G Access Point with a remote access point within its range ...
...wireless access points/devices. Access Point. You may wish to change the Access Point's mode of operation if you want to confirm To confirm the new Password, enter it again in this field. 14 This connects your wireless PCs to communicate with Power Over Ethernet have its signal. Re-enter to use the Access Point as a wireless...repeated by this access point. The default is admin. The AP Mode Tab The Access Point offers three modes of the Access Point is necessary. Wireless clients will Wireless-G Access Point with a remote access point within its range ...
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...Power Over Ethernet Administration > Log E-Mail Alert If you want to capture information about network activity. The default is Disabled. If this protocol and sends its activity logs to receive alert logs about all log activities and includes this screen you want the Access Point to the Access Point's SNMP information by the Access Point... that will receive the trap messages. Wireless-G Access Point with the ability to 0.0.0.0, then access is a standard protocol used to log any critical events as the trap destination. The Access Point supports this field is 600 seconds (...
...Power Over Ethernet Administration > Log E-Mail Alert If you want to capture information about network activity. The default is Disabled. If this protocol and sends its activity logs to receive alert logs about all log activities and includes this screen you want the Access Point to the Access Point's SNMP information by the Access Point... that will receive the trap messages. Wireless-G Access Point with the ability to 0.0.0.0, then access is a standard protocol used to log any critical events as the trap destination. The Access Point supports this field is 600 seconds (...
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... the location of the firmware upgrade file in a few seconds. Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Administration > Reboot This feature is useful when you want to find the file. 4. Click Apply and the Access Point will have to save your changes. Restore Factory Defaults To restore the Access Point's factory default settings, follow the on-screen instructions. Your...
... the location of the firmware upgrade file in a few seconds. Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Administration > Reboot This feature is useful when you want to find the file. 4. Click Apply and the Access Point will have to save your changes. Restore Factory Defaults To restore the Access Point's factory default settings, follow the on-screen instructions. Your...