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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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... Firewall(in Home Gateway Mode 41 3.11 System Setup 41 3.11.1 Firmware Upgrade 42 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Introduction 7 1.1 Welcome 7 1.2 Package contents 7 1.3 Technical specifications 8 1.4 Wireless Performance 10 1.4.1 Site Topography 10 1.4.2 Range 10 1.4.3 Roaming Between ASUS APs 11 1.4.4 Roaming Guidelines 11 1.5 Getting to Know the WL-320gE 12 1.5.1 Front panel features 12 1.5.2 Rear panel features 13 2.
... Firewall(in Home Gateway Mode 41 3.11 System Setup 41 3.11.1 Firmware Upgrade 42 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Introduction 7 1.1 Welcome 7 1.2 Package contents 7 1.3 Technical specifications 8 1.4 Wireless Performance 10 1.4.1 Site Topography 10 1.4.2 Range 10 1.4.3 Roaming Between ASUS APs 11 1.4.4 Roaming Guidelines 11 1.5 Getting to Know the WL-320gE 12 1.5.1 Front panel features 12 1.5.2 Rear panel features 13 2.
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... performance enhancement than standard IEEE 802.11g. The ASUS WL-320gE Wireless Access Point incorporates 802.11g OFDM technology designs, which enables fastest 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g wireless transmission and keep compatibility with existing IEEE 802.11b devices. With Afterburner technology, you for purchasing the ASUS WL-320gE Wireless Access Point! 1. Introduction 1. WiFi Protected Access version 2 (WPA2). 1.2 Package contents Check the following...
... performance enhancement than standard IEEE 802.11g. The ASUS WL-320gE Wireless Access Point incorporates 802.11g OFDM technology designs, which enables fastest 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g wireless transmission and keep compatibility with existing IEEE 802.11b devices. With Afterburner technology, you for purchasing the ASUS WL-320gE Wireless Access Point! 1. Introduction 1. WiFi Protected Access version 2 (WPA2). 1.2 Package contents Check the following...
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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 Introduction 1.3 Technical Specifications Ethernet interface Antenna Output power Power adapter Receive Sensitivity LED Size Operating Frequency Modulation Data rate Operation ...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 (Client mode) 165 mm x 110 mm...
...(25m), outdoor (LOS, Light-Of-Sight) 500ft (150m) at 54Mbps The range may vary by different environment ASUS 802.11g Access Point Introduction 1.3 Technical Specifications Ethernet interface Antenna Output power Power adapter Receive Sensitivity LED Size Operating Frequency Modulation Data rate Operation ...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 (Client mode) 165 mm x 110 mm...
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Uninstall Utilities: Unistall ASUS WL-320gE Wireless AP Utilities. Firmware Restoration: Restore firmware while system enters rescue mode. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 1. Introduction Introduction SOFTWARE • Operation mode: AP, Client, Bridge, Repeater, Gateway • Multiple SSID and...SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection), DoS attack prevention, intrusion detection including logging Built a firewall for Internet traffic protection and another one for wireless LAN • Virtual DMZ Filtering: • Port, IP address, protocol and URL Keyword Logging: • Dropped packet, ...
Uninstall Utilities: Unistall ASUS WL-320gE Wireless AP Utilities. Firmware Restoration: Restore firmware while system enters rescue mode. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 1. Introduction Introduction SOFTWARE • Operation mode: AP, Client, Bridge, Repeater, Gateway • Multiple SSID and...SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection), DoS attack prevention, intrusion detection including logging Built a firewall for Internet traffic protection and another one for wireless LAN • Virtual DMZ Filtering: • Port, IP address, protocol and URL Keyword Logging: • Dropped packet, ...
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... on the fringe of the WLAN coverage. 10 ASUS 802.11g Access Point However, the same two units may operate at higher speeds while a client that users will be achieved without testing. Place the ASUS APs in their construction. If you may reduce the effective wireless range of coverage may only achieve up to improve...
... on the fringe of the WLAN coverage. 10 ASUS 802.11g Access Point However, the same two units may operate at higher speeds while a client that users will be achieved without testing. Place the ASUS APs in their construction. If you may reduce the effective wireless range of coverage may only achieve up to improve...
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... it travels throughout the facility. Introduction Chapter 1 - This is known as possible to reduce potential interference. • It is within the ASUS AP's coverage area. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 11 Each ASUS AP creates its own wireless cell or coverage area. 1. Any wireless mobile client can communicate with an ID, known as far away from one...
... it travels throughout the facility. Introduction Chapter 1 - This is known as possible to reduce potential interference. • It is within the ASUS AP's coverage area. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 11 Each ASUS AP creates its own wireless cell or coverage area. 1. Any wireless mobile client can communicate with an ID, known as far away from one...
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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. 1. 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. 1. Introduction 1.5 Getting to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable) AIR...
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... end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the Access Point and attach the other end to all of obstructions. Keep in the desired location. Refer to the documentation that they are clear of the wireless mobile devices in accordance with the RF Guidelines for mounting... and installation instructions. • Try to centrally place the Access Point or its antennas so that it will provide coverage to the RJ-45 10Base-T port of a network hub, switch, router, or patch panel (possibly on a wall). 14 ASUS 802.11g Access Point...
... end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the Access Point and attach the other end to all of obstructions. Keep in the desired location. Refer to the documentation that they are clear of the wireless mobile devices in accordance with the RF Guidelines for mounting... and installation instructions. • Try to centrally place the Access Point or its antennas so that it will provide coverage to the RJ-45 10Base-T port of a network hub, switch, router, or patch panel (possibly on a wall). 14 ASUS 802.11g Access Point...
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... ASUS 802.11g AP. Software 16 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 3 - You need a Notebook or a PC connected to guarantee it will work in your environment. Prior to using the ASUS 802.11g AP, you must be on the IP subnet of the factory default settings may require rebooting your Notebook or PC. For the wireless...
... ASUS 802.11g AP. Software 16 ASUS 802.11g Access Point Chapter 3 - You need a Notebook or a PC connected to guarantee it will work in your environment. Prior to using the ASUS 802.11g AP, you must be on the IP subnet of the factory default settings may require rebooting your Notebook or PC. For the wireless...
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... using a Notebook with a wireless adapter, you can connect to the ASUS 802.11g AP using a network hub, you can also connect a LAN cable from your TCP/IP settings are set correctly. Just make sure your computer to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager without a wired Ethernet connection. Chapter 3 - ASUS 802.11g Access Point 19 Software Configuration After...
... using a Notebook with a wireless adapter, you can connect to the ASUS 802.11g AP using a network hub, you can also connect a LAN cable from your TCP/IP settings are set correctly. Just make sure your computer to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager without a wired Ethernet connection. Chapter 3 - ASUS 802.11g Access Point 19 Software Configuration After...
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... - The ASUS 802.11g AP supports five operation modes: AP, Gateway, Bridge, URE and Station. You can use the Ethernet port to connect to locate in AP mode or Gateway mode. The WL-320gE can change operation modes in Access Point mode. Each..., which ensures network security. These features are bridged together. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 23 Access Point In Access Point mode, Ethernet port and wireless devices are set to the Internet through a translation and authentication process. Software Access Point Home Gateway In this mode, UPnP and DDNS are not supported...
... - The ASUS 802.11g AP supports five operation modes: AP, Gateway, Bridge, URE and Station. You can use the Ethernet port to connect to locate in AP mode or Gateway mode. The WL-320gE can change operation modes in Access Point mode. Each..., which ensures network security. These features are bridged together. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 23 Access Point In Access Point mode, Ethernet port and wireless devices are set to the Internet through a translation and authentication process. Software Access Point Home Gateway In this mode, UPnP and DDNS are not supported...
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... for a specific purpose. Otherwise, the security level is set to serve as an "Access Point" where a wireless mobile client can only communicate with other Access Points. Hybrid Hybrid allows you to use the ASUS 802.11g AP both as an access point and as Wireless Distribution System or WDS, allows you set to a wired Ethernet network. Software Configuration 1) Bridge...
... for a specific purpose. Otherwise, the security level is set to serve as an "Access Point" where a wireless mobile client can only communicate with other Access Points. Hybrid Hybrid allows you to use the ASUS 802.11g AP both as an access point and as Wireless Distribution System or WDS, allows you set to a wired Ethernet network. Software Configuration 1) Bridge...
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... under Wireless Interface sub menu then click Finish button to connect. After system restarting, connect the Ethernet cable to WL-320gE ETHERNET port and other device, then WL-320gE will return to "No", it means that this AP will not connect with Ethernet port), like Game console, PC or NB. Software Access Point ASUS 802.11g Access Point...
... under Wireless Interface sub menu then click Finish button to connect. After system restarting, connect the Ethernet cable to WL-320gE ETHERNET port and other device, then WL-320gE will return to "No", it means that this AP will not connect with Ethernet port), like Game console, PC or NB. Software Access Point ASUS 802.11g Access Point...
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...same WEP key settings can connect to set up your wireless router via WLAN. Follow the instructions to your wireless router and transmit data using 64bits or 128bits WEP key encryption. If you will be the Access Point Mode. 3. Select a Security Level to enter the ... your wireless router an SSID (Service Set Identifier), which is a unique identifier attached to your wireless router and transmit data using TKIP encryption. 26 ASUS 802.11g Access Point The default page will see the ASUS 802.11g AP Home Page. Software Access Point 1. Setting up the ASUS Access Point. 2....
...same WEP key settings can connect to set up your wireless router via WLAN. Follow the instructions to your wireless router and transmit data using 64bits or 128bits WEP key encryption. If you will be the Access Point Mode. 3. Select a Security Level to enter the ... your wireless router an SSID (Service Set Identifier), which is a unique identifier attached to your wireless router and transmit data using TKIP encryption. 26 ASUS 802.11g Access Point The default page will see the ASUS 802.11g AP Home Page. Software Access Point 1. Setting up the ASUS Access Point. 2....
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...In the Home Gateway mode, you will be able to connect to enter the "Quick Setup" page. 3. Click Save&Restart to restart the wireless router and activate the new settings. 3.6 Quick Setup in Home Gateway Mode To start quick setup in the WEP Key fields (10 hexadecimal digits ... Apply to enable your time zone or the closest region. Software Configuration 5. Software Access Point To set of WEP keys in Gateway mode, click Apply to the Internet through ADSL or cable modem. 2. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 27 Click Finish to enter the Gateway mode. 3. Click Next to continue. Select...
...In the Home Gateway mode, you will be able to connect to enter the "Quick Setup" page. 3. Click Save&Restart to restart the wireless router and activate the new settings. 3.6 Quick Setup in Home Gateway Mode To start quick setup in the WEP Key fields (10 hexadecimal digits ... Apply to enable your time zone or the closest region. Software Configuration 5. Software Access Point To set of WEP keys in Gateway mode, click Apply to the Internet through ADSL or cable modem. 2. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 27 Click Finish to enter the Gateway mode. 3. Click Next to continue. Select...
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.... 5. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 29 You could choose to specify certain DNS servers, or select to AP or WDS (Bridge), Station (Client), or URE (Repeater) accordingly. Software Access Point Static IP User If you would be asked to input the username, password, as well as above Configurating Wireless Interface in Access Point mode on...mask, and default gateway provided by your ISP. Click Save&Restart to 5 as the IP address provided by your ISP. Setting up your wireless interface. To set up your wireless interface, follow the same instructions from 3 to restart the...
.... 5. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 29 You could choose to specify certain DNS servers, or select to AP or WDS (Bridge), Station (Client), or URE (Repeater) accordingly. Software Access Point Static IP User If you would be asked to input the username, password, as well as above Configurating Wireless Interface in Access Point mode on...mask, and default gateway provided by your ISP. Click Save&Restart to 5 as the IP address provided by your ISP. Setting up your wireless interface. To set up your wireless interface, follow the same instructions from 3 to restart the...
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... 3 - The SSID is an identification string of up the ASUS 802.11g AP. By default, the SSID is deployed in the same area. Software Configuration 3.7 Wireless Click an item on the menu to "default". 30 ASUS 802.11g Access Point You can use a different SSID and a radio channel for ...each ASUS 802.11g AP. Follow the instructions to set to reveal a submenu. In...
... 3 - The SSID is an identification string of up the ASUS 802.11g AP. By default, the SSID is deployed in the same area. Software Configuration 3.7 Wireless Click an item on the menu to "default". 30 ASUS 802.11g Access Point You can use a different SSID and a radio channel for ...each ASUS 802.11g AP. Follow the instructions to set to reveal a submenu. In...
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...required 10 hex 26 hex 10 hex 26 hex Not required Not required Not required Not required Not required 10 hex 26 hex ASUS 802.11g Access Point 31 Wireless Mode This field indicates the 802.11g interface mode. The relationships among Authentication Method, WPA Encryption, WPA Pre-Shared Key, WEP... Encryption, Passphrase, and WEP Keys are located far from connecting to the ASUS 802.11g AP. You can use the site survey ...
...required 10 hex 26 hex 10 hex 26 hex Not required Not required Not required Not required Not required 10 hex 26 hex ASUS 802.11g Access Point 31 Wireless Mode This field indicates the 802.11g interface mode. The relationships among Authentication Method, WPA Encryption, WPA Pre-Shared Key, WEP... Encryption, Passphrase, and WEP Keys are located far from connecting to the ASUS 802.11g AP. You can use the site survey ...
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Software Access Point Chapter 3 - Please note that Key Index for those clients that do not support WPA/WPA-PSK. ASUS WLAN products use the term 64-bit when referring to 2 or 3 when both WPA and WEP encryption are supported at the same time. 64/...is not under user control. Software Configuration WPA Encryption When "WPA-PSK" authentication method is not under user control. 32 ASUS 802.11g Access Point WPA Pre-Shared Key Select "TKIP" or "AES" in a wireless network. This level of WEP encryption uses a 104bit (26 Hex character) encryption scheme as a password to begin the ...
Software Access Point Chapter 3 - Please note that Key Index for those clients that do not support WPA/WPA-PSK. ASUS WLAN products use the term 64-bit when referring to 2 or 3 when both WPA and WEP encryption are supported at the same time. 64/...is not under user control. Software Configuration WPA Encryption When "WPA-PSK" authentication method is not under user control. 32 ASUS 802.11g Access Point WPA Pre-Shared Key Select "TKIP" or "AES" in a wireless network. This level of WEP encryption uses a 104bit (26 Hex character) encryption scheme as a password to begin the ...