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® 802.11g Access Point WL-320gE (For 802.11g and 802.11b Wireless Clients) User's Manual E2802 / Oct 2006
® 802.11g Access Point WL-320gE (For 802.11g and 802.11b Wireless Clients) User's Manual E2802 / Oct 2006
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... (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service will...NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ASUS 802.11g Access Point ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ...
... (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. Product warranty or service will...NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ASUS 802.11g Access Point ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ...
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... Mode 27 3.7 Wireless 30 3.7.1 Interface 30 3.7.2 Site Survey(AP SCAN 34 3.7.3 Access Control 34 3.7.4 RADIUS Setting 35 3.7.5 Multi-SSID 36 3.7.6 Advanced 37 3.8 IP Config 39 3.9 NAT Setting(in Home Gateway Mode 40 3.10 Internet Firewall(in Home Gateway Mode 41 3.11 System Setup 41 3.11.1 Firmware Upgrade 42 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Table of...
... Mode 27 3.7 Wireless 30 3.7.1 Interface 30 3.7.2 Site Survey(AP SCAN 34 3.7.3 Access Control 34 3.7.4 RADIUS Setting 35 3.7.5 Multi-SSID 36 3.7.6 Advanced 37 3.8 IP Config 39 3.9 NAT Setting(in Home Gateway Mode 40 3.10 Internet Firewall(in Home Gateway Mode 41 3.11 System Setup 41 3.11.1 Firmware Upgrade 42 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Table of...
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... relating to specific instructions or explanations. These items could either be unfamiliar to as the "ASUS 802.11g WLAN AP", or "Access Point". Definition: Explains terms or acronyms that may be enclosed in the text. • The ASUS WL-320gE is used for items you select from menus and dropdown lists, and commands you type...
... relating to specific instructions or explanations. These items could either be unfamiliar to as the "ASUS 802.11g WLAN AP", or "Access Point". Definition: Explains terms or acronyms that may be enclosed in the text. • The ASUS WL-320gE is used for items you select from menus and dropdown lists, and commands you type...
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...-45 Ethernet cable x1 (straight-through) • 5dBi dipole antenna x1 ASUS 802.11g Access Point All the packets over the air are protected by the strongest wireless security protocol - Contact your WL-320gE package. Introduction 1. With Afterburner technology, you for purchasing the ASUS WL-320gE Wireless Access Point! Thank you will get great performance enhancement than standard IEEE 802...
...-45 Ethernet cable x1 (straight-through) • 5dBi dipole antenna x1 ASUS 802.11g Access Point All the packets over the air are protected by the strongest wireless security protocol - Contact your WL-320gE package. Introduction 1. With Afterburner technology, you for purchasing the ASUS WL-320gE Wireless Access Point! Thank you will get great performance enhancement than standard IEEE 802...
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...25m), outdoor (LOS, Light-Of-Sight) 500ft (150m) at 54Mbps The range may vary by different environment ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 1 - Introduction 1.3 Technical Specifications Ethernet interface Antenna Output power Power adapter Receive Sensitivity LED Size Operating Frequency ...91dBm@12Mbps,90dBm@18Mbps, -86dBm@24Mbps,-83dBm@36Mbps,77dBm@48Mbps,-74dBm@54Mbps) PWR, LAN, AIR (WiFi transmission), LINK (WiFi Association) Wireless Association: • On: client associated (AP/Gateway/Bridge/Repeater mode), or associated to AP with strong signal (Client mode, RSSI ...
...25m), outdoor (LOS, Light-Of-Sight) 500ft (150m) at 54Mbps The range may vary by different environment ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 1 - Introduction 1.3 Technical Specifications Ethernet interface Antenna Output power Power adapter Receive Sensitivity LED Size Operating Frequency ...91dBm@12Mbps,90dBm@18Mbps, -86dBm@24Mbps,-83dBm@36Mbps,77dBm@48Mbps,-74dBm@54Mbps) PWR, LAN, AIR (WiFi transmission), LINK (WiFi Association) Wireless Association: • On: client associated (AP/Gateway/Bridge/Repeater mode), or associated to AP with strong signal (Client mode, RSSI ...
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Firmware Restoration: Restore firmware while system enters rescue mode. Management Security Utilities Chapter 1 - ASUS 802.11g Access Point 1. Introduction SOFTWARE • Operation mode: AP, Client, Bridge, Repeater, Gateway • Multiple SSID and VLAN • Guest SSID • Site Survey (..., WPA TKIP/AES, WPA2 TKIP/AES Authentication: • MAC address, 802.1x RADIUS (TLS, TTLS, PEAP) Device Discovery: Discover all ASUS AP/Gateway in network and help user to invoke Web Configuration page. Introduction Uninstall Utilities: Unistall ASUS WL-320gE Wireless AP Utilities.
Firmware Restoration: Restore firmware while system enters rescue mode. Management Security Utilities Chapter 1 - ASUS 802.11g Access Point 1. Introduction SOFTWARE • Operation mode: AP, Client, Bridge, Repeater, Gateway • Multiple SSID and VLAN • Guest SSID • Site Survey (..., WPA TKIP/AES, WPA2 TKIP/AES Authentication: • MAC address, 802.1x RADIUS (TLS, TTLS, PEAP) Device Discovery: Discover all ASUS AP/Gateway in network and help user to invoke Web Configuration page. Introduction Uninstall Utilities: Unistall ASUS WL-320gE Wireless AP Utilities.
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...configure the data rates that is close to 300 of the ASUS AP you may notice network performance degradation. There are no obstacles. For example, with ideas for how to the ASUS AP, you may reduce the effective wireless range of coverage may either reflect on their facility. Microwave ...areas or add the ASUS APs as the ASUS AP. But, both your microwave and your the ASUS AP will see each other industrial equipment. 1. A client that users will continue to estimate the range that is on the fringe of the WLAN coverage. 10 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Radio signals may ...
...configure the data rates that is close to 300 of the ASUS AP you may notice network performance degradation. There are no obstacles. For example, with ideas for how to the ASUS AP, you may reduce the effective wireless range of coverage may either reflect on their facility. Microwave ...areas or add the ASUS APs as the ASUS AP. But, both your microwave and your the ASUS AP will see each other industrial equipment. 1. A client that users will continue to estimate the range that is on the fringe of the WLAN coverage. 10 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Radio signals may ...
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... the same SSID as a Basic Service Set (BSS). ASUS 802.11g Access Point 11 If the cells of an Extended Service Set are configured with the ASUS WLAN Card to another . All members of multiple ASUS APs overlap, then the wireless mobile client may seamlessly roam from each ASUS AP in the facility. 1. Introduction Chapter 1 - During the...
... the same SSID as a Basic Service Set (BSS). ASUS 802.11g Access Point 11 If the cells of an Extended Service Set are configured with the ASUS WLAN Card to another . All members of multiple ASUS APs overlap, then the wireless mobile client may seamlessly roam from each ASUS AP in the facility. 1. Introduction Chapter 1 - During the...
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... System ready Firmware upgrade failed LAN (Ethernet Network) OFF: ON: Blinking: No power Physical connection to Know the WL-320gE 1.5.1 Front panel features The ASUS WL-320gE Access Point includes LED indicators which show the system, LAN, wireless network, and link status. Introduction 1.5 Getting to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable) AIR...
... System ready Firmware upgrade failed LAN (Ethernet Network) OFF: ON: Blinking: No power Physical connection to Know the WL-320gE 1.5.1 Front panel features The ASUS WL-320gE Access Point includes LED indicators which show the system, LAN, wireless network, and link status. Introduction 1.5 Getting to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable) AIR...
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... Description The Ethernet port connects to an Ethernet device such as to a switch or to the power adapter. The DC port connects to a router. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 13 Client Not associated to AP Associated to AP with strong signal Associated to AP with better signal Associated to factory default settings. Press...
... Description The Ethernet port connects to an Ethernet device such as to a switch or to the power adapter. The DC port connects to a router. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 13 Client Not associated to AP Associated to AP with strong signal Associated to AP with better signal Associated to factory default settings. Press...
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... 2.1 Installation Procedure Follow these steps to all of the wireless mobile devices in the desired location. Note: The ASUS 802.11g AP must be compatible. Hardware Installation 2. Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the Access Point and attach the other end to the RJ-45 10Base-T... port of the LEDs found on a wall). 14 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Installation This chapter describes the installation procedure for Human Exposure which have been ...
... 2.1 Installation Procedure Follow these steps to all of the wireless mobile devices in the desired location. Note: The ASUS 802.11g AP must be compatible. Hardware Installation 2. Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the Access Point and attach the other end to the RJ-45 10Base-T... port of the LEDs found on a wall). 14 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Installation This chapter describes the installation procedure for Human Exposure which have been ...
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... raised flat surface like a file cabinet or a book shelf. In the marked holes on the front of the Access Point will turn ON to the back of the ASUS WL-320gE onto the screws. Using another power supply may also be converted for the two mounting hooks. 2. Note:... it is showing. 4. Attach one end of the AC power adapter to indicate that the Access Point has a physical Ethernet network connection. 2.2 Wall Mounting Option The ASUS WL-320gE Access Point is powered ON. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 15 The Power LED on the wall, tighten two screws until only 1/4" is too loose....
... raised flat surface like a file cabinet or a book shelf. In the marked holes on the front of the Access Point will turn ON to the back of the ASUS WL-320gE onto the screws. Using another power supply may also be converted for the two mounting hooks. 2. Note:... it is showing. 4. Attach one end of the AC power adapter to indicate that the Access Point has a physical Ethernet network connection. 2.2 Wall Mounting Option The ASUS WL-320gE Access Point is powered ON. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 15 The Power LED on the wall, tighten two screws until only 1/4" is too loose....
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.... Configuring the ASUS 802.11g AP is done through a hub) and running a web browser as an ASUS WLAN Card, installed in your Notebook or PC. Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be correct. Software Configuration 3. Software 16 ASUS 802.11g Access Point For the wireless connection, you ...want to configure the ASUS 802.11g AP or want to access the Internet through the ASUS 802.11g AP, the TCP/IP settings must check the basic settings...
.... Configuring the ASUS 802.11g AP is done through a hub) and running a web browser as an ASUS WLAN Card, installed in your Notebook or PC. Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be correct. Software Configuration 3. Software 16 ASUS 802.11g Access Point For the wireless connection, you ...want to configure the ASUS 802.11g AP or want to access the Internet through the ASUS 802.11g AP, the TCP/IP settings must check the basic settings...
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... Configuration Advanced IP Settings If you set your computer's IP manually, it needs to set your IP address manually, the following default settings of the ASUS 802.11g AP should be any number between 2 and 254 that is not used by another device) • Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 (same as....11g AP IP address) • DNS 192.168.1.1 (ASUS 802.11g AP IP address or your own). 3. For example: • IP address 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be known: • IP address 192.168.1.1 • Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0. Software ASUS 802.11g Access Point 17 Chapter 3 - If you want to be on...
... Configuration Advanced IP Settings If you set your computer's IP manually, it needs to set your IP address manually, the following default settings of the ASUS 802.11g AP should be any number between 2 and 254 that is not used by another device) • Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 (same as....11g AP IP address) • DNS 192.168.1.1 (ASUS 802.11g AP IP address or your own). 3. For example: • IP address 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be known: • IP address 192.168.1.1 • Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0. Software ASUS 802.11g Access Point 17 Chapter 3 - If you want to be on...
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If Autorun is complete. 18 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3.2 ASUS WLAN Utilities Installing the Utility To install the ASUS WLAN Utilities in Microsoft® Windows, insert the support CD in the CD drive. name. (5) Click Finish when setup is disabled, run setup.exe from the root directory of the support CD. 3. Software (1) Click Install...Utilities. (2) Click Next. (3) Click Next to accept the default (4) Click Next to accept the default destination folder or click Browse to program folder or enter another specify another path.
If Autorun is complete. 18 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3.2 ASUS WLAN Utilities Installing the Utility To install the ASUS WLAN Utilities in Microsoft® Windows, insert the support CD in the CD drive. name. (5) Click Finish when setup is disabled, run setup.exe from the root directory of the support CD. 3. Software (1) Click Install...Utilities. (2) Click Next. (3) Click Next to accept the default (4) Click Next to accept the default destination folder or click Browse to program folder or enter another specify another path.
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..., you can connect to the ASUS 802.11g AP using a Notebook with a wireless adapter, you can launch the utilities through the Start menu. 3. Chapter 3 - Software WLAN Utilities Wired Ethernet Connection Besides using a network hub, you are set correctly. Wireless Connection If you can also connect... a LAN cable from your TCP/IP settings are using either a straight or crossover cable since the ASUS 802.11g AP has auto-crossover capability. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 19 Just make sure your computer...
..., you can connect to the ASUS 802.11g AP using a Notebook with a wireless adapter, you can launch the utilities through the Start menu. 3. Chapter 3 - Software WLAN Utilities Wired Ethernet Connection Besides using a network hub, you are set correctly. Wireless Connection If you can also connect... a LAN cable from your TCP/IP settings are using either a straight or crossover cable since the ASUS 802.11g AP has auto-crossover capability. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 19 Just make sure your computer...
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... Device Discovery from the Start menu and click Config on the same subnet as the ASUS 802.11g AP (192.168.1.X), you will be any number from 2 to 254 that is the correct setting.) Note: You can also change it. Refer ... address can also open your PC's web browser and enter the default IP address of the ASUS 802.11g AP : http://192.168.1.1 If your TCP/IP settings through the Windows network properties. Software WLAN Utilities Manually Entering the Address You can be asked to page 17. 20 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 3 -
... Device Discovery from the Start menu and click Config on the same subnet as the ASUS 802.11g AP (192.168.1.X), you will be any number from 2 to 254 that is the correct setting.) Note: You can also change it. Refer ... address can also open your PC's web browser and enter the default IP address of the ASUS 802.11g AP : http://192.168.1.1 If your TCP/IP settings through the Windows network properties. Software WLAN Utilities Manually Entering the Address You can be asked to page 17. 20 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 3 -
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...Reset User Name and Password Once connected, a window will ask for the Access Point mode. 3. Note: If you will be for the User name and Password to log in the IP settings, push and hold the "Reset" button on the ASUS 802.11g AP over five seconds to restore to a problem in . The... default pages will see the ASUS 802.11g AP home page. Home Page After logging in, you cannot find the ASUS 802.11g APs due to the factory default settings. Software Configuration Restart your Windows. Chapter 3 - The factory default values ...
...Reset User Name and Password Once connected, a window will ask for the Access Point mode. 3. Note: If you will be for the User name and Password to log in the IP settings, push and hold the "Reset" button on the ASUS 802.11g AP over five seconds to restore to a problem in . The... default pages will see the ASUS 802.11g AP home page. Home Page After logging in, you cannot find the ASUS 802.11g APs due to the factory default settings. Software Configuration Restart your Windows. Chapter 3 - The factory default values ...
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...to the LAN port. Note: This is an emergency rescue tool that can use either 10Base-T or 100Base-TX connections. 22 ASUS 802.11g Access Point You can automatically searches for the Firmware Restoration utility to four minutes. Software Configuration 3.3 Firmware Restoration The Firmware Restoration utility is ...The process takes about three to find and upload a new firmware. Normal firmware upgrades must be used on a working ASUS 802.11g AP . Launch the Firmware Restoration utility from the Windows Start menu. 3. Software WLAN Utilities Using a Hub If you specify.
...to the LAN port. Note: This is an emergency rescue tool that can use either 10Base-T or 100Base-TX connections. 22 ASUS 802.11g Access Point You can automatically searches for the Firmware Restoration utility to four minutes. Software Configuration 3.3 Firmware Restoration The Firmware Restoration utility is ...The process takes about three to find and upload a new firmware. Normal firmware upgrades must be used on a working ASUS 802.11g AP . Launch the Firmware Restoration utility from the Windows Start menu. 3. Software WLAN Utilities Using a Hub If you specify.