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Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR August 2003 August 2003
Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR August 2003 August 2003
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...potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite and Radar Systems. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is certified to the Canadian regulations. This device may cause ...EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22). 4 August 2003 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point is to the following two conditions: 1.
...potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite and Radar Systems. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is certified to the Canadian regulations. This device may cause ...EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22). 4 August 2003 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point is to the following two conditions: 1.
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...:1994) The test was carried out on February 19, 2003 at Sporton International Inc. CE Declaration of the Member States relating to the following equipment: ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 0470 ! The equipment was passed.
...:1994) The test was carried out on February 19, 2003 at Sporton International Inc. CE Declaration of the Member States relating to the following equipment: ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 0470 ! The equipment was passed.
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... this Manual 1-vii How to Print this Manual 1-viii Chapter 2 Introduction About the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking 2-3 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-4 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 2-4 System Requirements ...2-5 What's In the Box? ...2-5 Hardware Description ...2-5 ME103 Wireless Access Point Front Panel 2-6 ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel 2-7 Left Side Primary and Right Side Secondary Detachable Antenna 2-7 Restore...
... this Manual 1-vii How to Print this Manual 1-viii Chapter 2 Introduction About the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking 2-3 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-4 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 2-4 System Requirements ...2-5 What's In the Box? ...2-5 Hardware Description ...2-5 ME103 Wireless Access Point Front Panel 2-6 ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel 2-7 Left Side Primary and Right Side Secondary Detachable Antenna 2-7 Restore...
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... intermediate computer and Internet skills. Documentation updates are available on your purchase of the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. The ME103 provides connection for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 About This Manual Congratulations on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/docs. web site at www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. Reference Manual for multiple personal computers to the Internet through...
... intermediate computer and Internet skills. Documentation updates are available on your purchase of the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. The ME103 provides connection for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 About This Manual Congratulations on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/docs. web site at www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. Reference Manual for multiple personal computers to the Internet through...
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... notation [Enter] is used to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used for the Enter key and the Return key. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats to highlight information of importance or special interest. 1-vi About This Manual August 2003 DOS file and...
... notation [Enter] is used to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used for the Enter key and the Return key. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats to highlight information of importance or special interest. 1-vi About This Manual August 2003 DOS file and...
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... the currently displayed topic in the manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Use the HTML Version of this Manual The HTML version of this manual includes these features. 1 2 3 Figure 1-1: HTML version of pages. - The E-mail button enables you must be set to Netgear support. - Reference Manual for easy later retrieval. 2. To view...
... the currently displayed topic in the manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Use the HTML Version of this Manual The HTML version of this manual includes these features. 1 2 3 Figure 1-1: HTML version of pages. - The E-mail button enables you must be set to Netgear support. - Reference Manual for easy later retrieval. 2. To view...
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Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this manual you man choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • A "How To" ...
Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this manual you man choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • A "How To" ...
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... multiple ME103 Access Points via an antenna. The auto-sensing capability of the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point allows packet transmission at up to 11Mbps, or at reduced speeds to multiple wireless network devices within a fixed range or area of a wireless LAN infrastructure. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. It provides connectivity between 30-70 users simultaneously. The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point acts as...
... multiple ME103 Access Points via an antenna. The auto-sensing capability of the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point allows packet transmission at up to 11Mbps, or at reduced speeds to multiple wireless network devices within a fixed range or area of a wireless LAN infrastructure. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. It provides connectivity between 30-70 users simultaneously. The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point acts as...
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...-mode wireless stations must enter the MAC address (physical address) of bridge-mode wireless stations. Point-to this ME103 is the "Master" for a group of the other devices upon request. The Wireless Access Point can act as a standard 802.11b or 802.11x Access Point. - Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point is easy-to your existing Windows network. • SNMP Support. Wireless Access Point.
...-mode wireless stations must enter the MAC address (physical address) of bridge-mode wireless stations. Point-to this ME103 is the "Master" for a group of the other devices upon request. The Wireless Access Point can act as a standard 802.11b or 802.11x Access Point. - Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point is easy-to your existing Windows network. • SNMP Support. Wireless Access Point.
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...; Supports Diversity. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easily identified. 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices. Additionally, the ME103 supports the following wireless features: • Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK...
...; Supports Diversity. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easily identified. 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices. Additionally, the ME103 supports the following wireless features: • Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK...
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...; WAB501 a/b Dual Band Wireless PC Card Adapter • MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card • WG511 802.11g Wireless CardBus Adapter • MA111 801.11b Wireless Bridge • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter • ME102 802.11b Wireless Access Point • MA311 802.11b Wireless PCI Adapter • MA701 802.11b Wireless Compact Flash Card System Requirements Before installing the ME103, make the right connection. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections...
...; WAB501 a/b Dual Band Wireless PC Card Adapter • MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card • WG511 802.11g Wireless CardBus Adapter • MA111 801.11b Wireless Bridge • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter • ME102 802.11b Wireless Access Point • MA311 802.11b Wireless PCI Adapter • MA701 802.11b Wireless Compact Flash Card System Requirements Before installing the ME103, make the right connection. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections...
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... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • At least one computer with the original packing materials, and use the packing materials to repack the ME103 if you to return it for repair. The product package should keep the Support Information card, along with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless Adapter...
... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • At least one computer with the original packing materials, and use the packing materials to repack the ME103 if you to return it for repair. The product package should keep the Support Information card, along with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless Adapter...
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... on with the power adapter and cord correctly installed, see Chapter 4, Troubleshooting. Note: This LED may blink for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Wireless Access Point Front Panel The ME103 Access Point provides three status LEDs. 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN MODEL ME103 Figure 2-1: ME103 front panel The following table explains the LED indicators: LED Power Off On Blink LAN Off Green On Green...
... on with the power adapter and cord correctly installed, see Chapter 4, Troubleshooting. Note: This LED may blink for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Wireless Access Point Front Panel The ME103 Access Point provides three status LEDs. 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN MODEL ME103 Figure 2-1: ME103 front panel The following table explains the LED indicators: LED Power Off On Blink LAN Off Green On Green...
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...primary, and the one on page 5-13 for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel RESET ETHERN ET 5-12V D C Figure 2-2: ME103 rear panel Left Side Primary and Right Side Secondary Detachable Antenna The ME103 provides two detachable antenna. Restore to Factory Defaults Button... button located between the Ethernet RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the ME103 to the ME103 power adapter. Introduction 2-7 August 2003 See "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 5-8 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the secondary...
...primary, and the one on page 5-13 for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel RESET ETHERN ET 5-12V D C Figure 2-2: ME103 rear panel Left Side Primary and Right Side Secondary Detachable Antenna The ME103 provides two detachable antenna. Restore to Factory Defaults Button... button located between the Ethernet RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the ME103 to the ME103 power adapter. Introduction 2-7 August 2003 See "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 5-8 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the secondary...
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Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point for others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to your network from unauthorized access. Deploy the security features appropriate to secure your needs. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-1 August 2003 Note: Indoors, computers...
Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point for others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to your network from unauthorized access. Deploy the security features appropriate to secure your needs. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-1 August 2003 Note: Indoors, computers...
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...ME103 Access Point connects to your ME103. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-2 August 2003 The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). WEP connections can vary depending on a notebook PC. To overcome this, consider using NETGEAR...encryption can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the ME103. The time it is 5 Channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can consume more ...
...ME103 Access Point connects to your ME103. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-2 August 2003 The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). WEP connections can vary depending on a notebook PC. To overcome this, consider using NETGEAR...encryption can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the ME103. The time it is 5 Channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can consume more ...
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... on page 2-7. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Default Factory Settings When you first receive your ME103, the default factory settings will be set as shown below. see "ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on the rear panel -...Access Control List WEP 802.1x SNMP FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password Access Point NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.224 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Primary DNS Server: blank Secondary DNS Server: blank NETGEAR...
... on page 2-7. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Default Factory Settings When you first receive your ME103, the default factory settings will be set as shown below. see "ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on the rear panel -...Access Control List WEP 802.1x SNMP FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password Access Point NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.224 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Primary DNS Server: blank Secondary DNS Server: blank NETGEAR...
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... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can be received well beyond your needs. Deploy the security features appropriate to the ME103. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. IEEE 802.1x provides very strong security. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-4 August 2003 ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN Wireless Data...
... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can be received well beyond your needs. Deploy the security features appropriate to the ME103. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. IEEE 802.1x provides very strong security. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-4 August 2003 ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN Wireless Data...
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... 255.255.255.0 for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Before installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your network, record its TCP/IP configuration settings. b. Prepare a PC with a static IP address of the system requirements, shown on the Ethernet network. A R ESET ETHER N ET 5 -1 2 V DC ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Figure 3-2: Connecting the ME103 to the PC (A). Configure the...
... 255.255.255.0 for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Before installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your network, record its TCP/IP configuration settings. b. Prepare a PC with a static IP address of the system requirements, shown on the Ethernet network. A R ESET ETHER N ET 5 -1 2 V DC ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Figure 3-2: Connecting the ME103 to the PC (A). Configure the...