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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR M-10181-03 March 2004 M-10181-03
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR M-10181-03 March 2004 M-10181-03
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... device may cause undesired operation. This device must follow the installation instructions provided in a particular installation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Tested to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is no guarantee that may not cause harmful interference. 2.
... device may cause undesired operation. This device must follow the installation instructions provided in a particular installation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Tested to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is no guarantee that may not cause harmful interference. 2.
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... to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite and Radar Systems. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
... to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite and Radar Systems. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
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The test was passed. The equipment was performed according to the following equipment: 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 0984 ! is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. CE Declaration of the Member ...
The test was passed. The equipment was performed according to the following equipment: 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 0984 ! is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. CE Declaration of the Member ...
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... Manual 1-2 How to Print this Manual 1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 2-1 Support for Standards 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking 2-2 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-3 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 2-3 System Requirements ...2-3 What's In the Box? ...2-4 Hardware Description ...2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Front Panel 2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel 2-6 Power Socket ...2-6 Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults...
... Manual 1-2 How to Print this Manual 1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 2-1 Support for Standards 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking 2-2 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-3 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 2-3 System Requirements ...2-3 What's In the Box? ...2-4 Hardware Description ...2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Front Panel 2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel 2-6 Power Socket ...2-6 Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults...
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... Wireless Bridging Access Point Mode 5-2 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-3 How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point Bridging 5-4 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Repeater 5-6 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...6-1 No lights are lit on the access point 6-1 The Ethernet LAN light is not lit 6-1 The Wireless LAN activity light is not lit 6-2 I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser 6-2 I cannot access...
... Wireless Bridging Access Point Mode 5-2 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-3 How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point Bridging 5-4 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Repeater 5-6 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...6-1 No lights are lit on the access point 6-1 The Ethernet LAN light is not lit 6-1 The Wireless LAN activity light is not lit 6-2 I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser 6-2 I cannot access...
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...WG602 v2 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Wireless Channels B-2 WEP Wireless Security B-4 WEP Authentication B-4 WEP Open System Authentication B-5 WEP Shared Key Authentication B-6 Key Size and Configuration B-7 How to Use WEP Parameters B-8 WPA Wireless...of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients B-16 Changes to Wireless Access Points B-16 Changes to Wireless Network Adapters B-17 Changes to Wireless Client Programs B-18 ...
...WG602 v2 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Wireless Channels B-2 WEP Wireless Security B-4 WEP Authentication B-4 WEP Open System Authentication B-5 WEP Shared Key Authentication B-6 Key Size and Configuration B-7 How to Use WEP Parameters B-8 WPA Wireless...of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients B-16 Changes to Wireless Access Points B-16 Changes to Wireless Network Adapters B-17 Changes to Wireless Client Programs B-18 ...
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Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR, Inc. Audience, Scope, Conventions This manual assumes that the reader has basic to these specifications: Table 1-1. Named keys in text are available on the NETGEAR Web site. DOS file and directory names. This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Typographical conventions...
Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR, Inc. Audience, Scope, Conventions This manual assumes that the reader has basic to these specifications: Table 1-1. Named keys in text are available on the NETGEAR Web site. DOS file and directory names. This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Typographical conventions...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to Use this Manual The HTML version of this manual includes these features. 1 2 3 Figure 1-1: HTML version of the manual. The Previous/Next buttons display ...
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to Use this Manual The HTML version of this manual includes these features. 1 2 3 Figure 1-1: HTML version of the manual. The Previous/Next buttons display ...
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... Chapter" link at the top right of the browser window. - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window. - Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this manual you man choose one of the following several options, according to your printer--you do not...
... Chapter" link at the top right of the browser window. - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window. - Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this manual you man choose one of the following several options, according to your printer--you do not...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point 1-4 About This Manual M-10181-03
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point 1-4 About This Manual M-10181-03
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... are supported. • WPA-PSK support. About the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 is included. The WG602 v2 Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS). • WEP support. Both 64-bit and 128-bit keys are supported: • Standards Compliant. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2. Most access points are presented in a range of users in "System Requirements...
... are supported. • WPA-PSK support. About the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 is included. The WG602 v2 Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS). • WEP support. Both 64-bit and 128-bit keys are supported: • Standards Compliant. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2. Most access points are presented in a range of users in "System Requirements...
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Support for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • NetBIOS & WINS Support. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easily identified. 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices. Power and wireless activity are easy to easily fit into your...
Support for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • NetBIOS & WINS Support. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easily identified. 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices. Power and wireless activity are easy to easily fit into your...
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... to a switch or hub. This feature also eliminates any concerns about crossover cables, as to the correct configuration. The following NETGEAR products work with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it • A 100-240 V, 50-60 ... from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net). The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The WG602 v2 can connect to make sure your...
... to a switch or hub. This feature also eliminates any concerns about crossover cables, as to the correct configuration. The following NETGEAR products work with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it • A 100-240 V, 50-60 ... from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net). The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The WG602 v2 can connect to make sure your...
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... packing materials, and use the packing materials to repack the WG602 v2 if you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. 2-4 Introduction M-10181-03 Animated Install Assistant - You can refer to return it for the telephone number of the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Quick Installation Guide • Support Information card • Warranty and...
... packing materials, and use the packing materials to repack the WG602 v2 if you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. 2-4 Introduction M-10181-03 Animated Install Assistant - You can refer to return it for the telephone number of the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Quick Installation Guide • Support Information card • Warranty and...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Hardware Description The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 front and rear hardware functions are described below. Wireless link enabled, no wireless link detected. Wireless link activity. Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator Indicates no activity. Indicates data traffic on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN. Introduction 2-5 M-10181-03 Power Ethernet Wireless Figure 2-1: WG602 v2 front panel The following table explains the LED...
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Hardware Description The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 front and rear hardware functions are described below. Wireless link enabled, no wireless link detected. Wireless link activity. Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator Indicates no activity. Indicates data traffic on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN. Introduction 2-5 M-10181-03 Power Ethernet Wireless Figure 2-1: WG602 v2 front panel The following table explains the LED...
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... port to connect to the factory default settings when pushed and held for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel Power Reset & Restore Socket Button RJ-45 Ethernet Detachable Port Antenna Figure 2-2: WG602 v2 rear panel Power Socket This socket connects to the WG602 v2 power adapter. Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button The reset and restore...
... port to connect to the factory default settings when pushed and held for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel Power Reset & Restore Socket Button RJ-45 Ethernet Detachable Port Antenna Figure 2-2: WG602 v2 rear panel Power Socket This socket connects to the WG602 v2 power adapter. Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button The reset and restore...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Introduction 2-7 M-10181-03
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Introduction 2-7 M-10181-03
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...throughput performance, and notebook power consumption of the wireless access point. Observing Placement and Range Guidelines Note: Indoors, computers can vary significantly based on the physical placement of wireless adapters also vary depending on your network. The WG602 v2 Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered in... Installation and Configuration 3-1 M-10181-03 Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 for wireless connectivity to your configuration choices.
...throughput performance, and notebook power consumption of the wireless access point. Observing Placement and Range Guidelines Note: Indoors, computers can vary significantly based on the physical placement of wireless adapters also vary depending on your network. The WG602 v2 Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered in... Installation and Configuration 3-1 M-10181-03 Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 for wireless connectivity to your configuration choices.
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...Channels to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on page 2-6. The time it is 5 Channels (for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near... the center of the area in which your PCs will be set as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from sources of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.227 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Access Point NETGEAR...
...Channels to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on page 2-6. The time it is 5 Channels (for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near... the center of the area in which your PCs will be set as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from sources of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.227 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Access Point NETGEAR...