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.... • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the physical placement of the wireless access point. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless access point according to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. Operation is ... Statement Declaration of Conformity We NETGEAR, 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA Tel: +1 408 907 8000 declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) WAG302v2 (Model Designation) 802.11a/g ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point (Product Name) complies with the...
.... • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the physical placement of the wireless access point. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless access point according to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. Operation is ... Statement Declaration of Conformity We NETGEAR, 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA Tel: +1 408 907 8000 declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) WAG302v2 (Model Designation) 802.11a/g ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point (Product Name) complies with the...
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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual Contents About This Manual xiii Conventions, Formats and Scope xiii How to Use This Manual xiv How to Print this Manual xv Chapter 1 Introduction Key Features ...1-1 Supported Standards and Conventions 1-1 WAG302v2 Key Features 1-2 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 1-3 What's In the Box? ...1-4 Hardware Description ...1-5 Front Panel ...1-5 Rear Panel ...1-6 Chapter 2 Basic Installation...
NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual Contents About This Manual xiii Conventions, Formats and Scope xiii How to Use This Manual xiv How to Print this Manual xv Chapter 1 Introduction Key Features ...1-1 Supported Standards and Conventions 1-1 WAG302v2 Key Features 1-2 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 1-3 What's In the Box? ...1-4 Hardware Description ...1-5 Front Panel ...1-5 Rear Panel ...1-6 Chapter 2 Basic Installation...
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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual VLAN ID ...2-18 SSID and Wireless Security Settings Form 2-19 Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings 2-20 Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address 2-21 Chapter 3 Management and Information Changing the Administrator Password 3-1 Remote Management ...3-2 Using the Secure Telnet Interface 3-3 Accessing the CLI by Using the Console Port 3-3 CLI Commands ...3-4 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Firmware 3-4 Configuration File...
NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual VLAN ID ...2-18 SSID and Wireless Security Settings Form 2-19 Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings 2-20 Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address 2-21 Chapter 3 Management and Information Changing the Administrator Password 3-1 Remote Management ...3-2 Using the Secure Telnet Interface 3-3 Accessing the CLI by Using the Console Port 3-3 CLI Commands ...3-4 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Firmware 3-4 Configuration File...
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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up 5-2 The LAN light is not lit...5-2 I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer 5-2 I cannot connect to the WAG302v2 to configure it 5-3 When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error 5-3 I am unable to download files from some FTP sites 5-4 I need...
NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up 5-2 The LAN light is not lit...5-2 I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer 5-2 I cannot connect to the WAG302v2 to configure it 5-3 When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error 5-3 I am unable to download files from some FTP sites 5-4 I need...
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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual xii v1.0, May 2006
NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual xii v1.0, May 2006
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... result in a malfunction or damage to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources. About This Manual The NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2.The information in this manual is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. Tip: This format...
... result in a malfunction or damage to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources. About This Manual The NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2.The information in this manual is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. Tip: This format...
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..., and VPN technologies, see the links to Use This Manual The HTML version of this notice may result in personal injury or death. • Scope. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual Danger: This is described in the manual. •A button to take heed of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for the...
..., and VPN technologies, see the links to Use This Manual The HTML version of this notice may result in personal injury or death. • Scope. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual Danger: This is described in the manual. •A button to take heed of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for the...
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... of any page. - The Acrobat Reader is dedicated to your needs. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on the browser toolbar to print. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to a major topic. Use...
... of any page. - The Acrobat Reader is dedicated to your needs. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on the browser toolbar to print. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to a major topic. Use...
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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual -xvi v1.0, May 2006
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....0, May 2006 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2is the basic building block of WPA. It provides connectivity between the wired LAN and wireless clients. The WAG302v2 acts as dynamic encryption key generation. Includes support for distance or electromagnetic interference. The wireless access point provides wireless connectivity within about a 300-foot radius. WPAPSK and...
....0, May 2006 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2is the basic building block of WPA. It provides connectivity between the wired LAN and wireless clients. The WAG302v2 acts as dynamic encryption key generation. Includes support for distance or electromagnetic interference. The wireless access point provides wireless connectivity within about a 300-foot radius. WPAPSK and...
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... HTTP (TCP, port 80) requests to be upgraded easily, using TFTP. • Access Control. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • Multiple BSSIDs. Firmware is referred to as the "master" for wireless clients. • SNMP Support. Operates as both a wireless access point and a wireless bridge. • Rogue Access Point Detection. You can also act as a DHCP server and provide network information for...
... HTTP (TCP, port 80) requests to be upgraded easily, using TFTP. • Access Control. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • Multiple BSSIDs. Firmware is referred to as the "master" for wireless clients. • SNMP Support. Operates as both a wireless access point and a wireless bridge. • Rogue Access Point Detection. You can also act as a DHCP server and provide network information for...
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... compliant mid-span or end-span source such as the NETGEAR FSM7326P Managed Power over Ethernet. Power, Test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity are connected to the same network even though they are easily identified. • Wireless Virtual LAN (VLAN) Support. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • Security Profiles. When using multiple BSSIDs, you...
... compliant mid-span or end-span source such as the NETGEAR FSM7326P Managed Power over Ethernet. Power, Test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity are connected to the same network even though they are easily identified. • Wireless Virtual LAN (VLAN) Support. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • Security Profiles. When using multiple BSSIDs, you...
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... you to return it for the NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2. • Support Registration card. To qualify for the telephone number of customer support in your area. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • WAG311 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PCI Card • WG311T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Card • WG511T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless CardBus Adapter • WG511 802.11g...
... you to return it for the NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2. • Support Registration card. To qualify for the telephone number of customer support in your area. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • WAG311 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PCI Card • WG311T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Card • WG511T 802.11g 108 Mbps Wireless CardBus Adapter • WG511 802.11g...
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... LED does not come on . Front Panel Figure 1-1 Viewed from left to right, the WAG302v2 has these status LEDs: PWR, TEST, LAN,802.11a WLAN, and 802.11g WLAN. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual Hardware Description This section describes the WAG302v2 front and rear hardware functions. LED Description PWR TEST LAN Power Indicator Off No...
... LED does not come on . Front Panel Figure 1-1 Viewed from left to right, the WAG302v2 has these status LEDs: PWR, TEST, LAN,802.11a WLAN, and 802.11g WLAN. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual Hardware Description This section describes the WAG302v2 front and rear hardware functions. LED Description PWR TEST LAN Power Indicator Off No...
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NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual LED Description 802.11a WLAN Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator (5 GHz) Off No wireless link activity. The WAG302v2 will not function properly if the 2.4 GHz antenna is labeled near its base. 2. 2.4 GHz detachable antenna. The antenna frequency is not attached to the WAG302v2 power adapter. 1-6 Introduction v1.0, May 2006 Serial Console Port. RJ...
NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual LED Description 802.11a WLAN Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator (5 GHz) Off No wireless link activity. The WAG302v2 will not function properly if the 2.4 GHz antenna is labeled near its base. 2. 2.4 GHz detachable antenna. The antenna frequency is not attached to the WAG302v2 power adapter. 1-6 Introduction v1.0, May 2006 Serial Console Port. RJ...
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... follow these guidelines can result in a horizontal position provides best up-and-down coverage. 2-2 Basic Installation and Configuration v1.0, May 2006 NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • A Web browser for the WAG302v2" in a vertical position provides best side-to you LAN via twisted-pair Category 5 Ethernet cable with the TCP/IP protocol installed. •...
... follow these guidelines can result in a horizontal position provides best up-and-down coverage. 2-2 Basic Installation and Configuration v1.0, May 2006 NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual • A Web browser for the WAG302v2" in a vertical position provides best side-to you LAN via twisted-pair Category 5 Ethernet cable with the TCP/IP protocol installed. •...
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....0 for this computer is five Channels (for example, use different radio frequency Channels to a powered on . - Basic Installation and Configuration 2-3 v1.0, May 2006 NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual If you use multiple access points, it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your Ethernet network is up and working. Tip: Before mounting the...
....0 for this computer is five Channels (for example, use different radio frequency Channels to a powered on . - Basic Installation and Configuration 2-3 v1.0, May 2006 NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual If you use multiple access points, it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your Ethernet network is up and working. Tip: Before mounting the...
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... the password, both in to the WAG302v2 Using Its Default IP Address" on page 2-7. Enter 192.168.0.230 in the address field of your Web browser to connect to log out. After five minutes with no activity, you are logged out automatically. The WAG302v2 login screen appears. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual 2. Figure 2-1 2-4 v1.0, May...
... the password, both in to the WAG302v2 Using Its Default IP Address" on page 2-7. Enter 192.168.0.230 in the address field of your Web browser to connect to log out. After five minutes with no activity, you are logged out automatically. The WAG302v2 login screen appears. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual 2. Figure 2-1 2-4 v1.0, May...
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... page. The best location is preset according to regulatory requirements and cannot be vertical. Click the Basic Settings link in your network and click Apply. a. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual For more information about how to configure the settings on this page. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v1.0, May 2006 Enter the...
... page. The best location is preset according to regulatory requirements and cannot be vertical. Click the Basic Settings link in your network and click Apply. a. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual For more information about how to configure the settings on this page. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v1.0, May 2006 Enter the...
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... connect to a LAN port on your network assigns it a new IP address, enter the access point name into your router, switch, or hub. d. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual c. The default name is disabled. The PWR, LAN, and WLAN lights should light up. 4. Note: The default SSID is NETGEAR_11g for the 802....
... connect to a LAN port on your network assigns it a new IP address, enter the access point name into your router, switch, or hub. d. NETGEAR ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG302v2 Reference Manual c. The default name is disabled. The PWR, LAN, and WLAN lights should light up. 4. Note: The default SSID is NETGEAR_11g for the 802....