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... on a circuit different from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used for this device must not be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 cm from all persons and must be co... in use. This device must follow the installation instructions provided in a residential installation. Installers and end-users must accept any other antenna or radio transmitter. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to Comply with the limits for help...
... on a circuit different from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used for this device must not be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 cm from all persons and must be co... in use. This device must follow the installation instructions provided in a residential installation. Installers and end-users must accept any other antenna or radio transmitter. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to Comply with the limits for help...
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... 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 to Factory Defaults Button 2-7 RJ-45 Ethernet Port 2-7 Power Socket ...2-7 Chapter 3 Basic Installation...
... 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 to Factory Defaults Button 2-7 RJ-45 Ethernet Port 2-7 Power Socket ...2-7 Chapter 3 Basic Installation...
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... Attached Devices 4-6 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software 4-7 Configuration File Management 4-8 Saving and Retrieving the Configuration 4-9 Restoring the ME103 to the Factory Default Settings ...802.1x 5-1 How to Configure the 802.1x Key Exchange Option 5-2 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-8 Configuring Wireless Operating Modes 5-10 How to Configure a ME103 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-10 How to Configure Multi-Point Wireless Bridging 5-11 Antenna Installation ...5-13 Blank Configuration Worksheet 5-14 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the access point...
... Attached Devices 4-6 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software 4-7 Configuration File Management 4-8 Saving and Retrieving the Configuration 4-9 Restoring the ME103 to the Factory Default Settings ...802.1x 5-1 How to Configure the 802.1x Key Exchange Option 5-2 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-8 Configuring Wireless Operating Modes 5-10 How to Configure a ME103 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-10 How to Configure Multi-Point Wireless Bridging 5-11 Antenna Installation ...5-13 Blank Configuration Worksheet 5-14 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the access point...
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... Switching B-12 Cable Quality ...B-13 Appendix D Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking C-1 Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP Networking C-1 Install or Verify Windows Networking Components C-1 Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP ...Settings C-3 Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method C-5 Verifying TCP/IP Properties C-5 Configuring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP Networking C-6 Install or Verify Windows Networking Components C-6 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP...
... Switching B-12 Cable Quality ...B-13 Appendix D Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking C-1 Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP Networking C-1 Install or Verify Windows Networking Components C-1 Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP ...Settings C-3 Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method C-5 Verifying TCP/IP Properties C-5 Configuring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP Networking C-6 Install or Verify Windows Networking Components C-6 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP...
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Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. It provides connectivity between the wired LAN and wireless clients. Typically, an individual in a range of coverage, interacting with about a 300 foot radius. Most access points are presented in "System Requirements" on page 2-5. The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point acts as a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems...
Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. It provides connectivity between the wired LAN and wireless clients. Typically, an individual in a range of coverage, interacting with about a 300 foot radius. Most access points are presented in "System Requirements" on page 2-5. The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point acts as a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems...
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... the right connection. That port will accommodate either type of cable to a standard Ethernet network. Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it • A 100-240...
... the right connection. That port will accommodate either type of cable to a standard Ethernet network. Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it • A 100-240...
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... with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless Adapter What's In the Box? You should contain the following items: • ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Power adapter and cord (12Vdc, 800mA) • Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable • ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Quick Installation Guide • Resource CD for the ME103 ProSafe Wireless Access Point Reference Manual for the telephone...
... with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless Adapter What's In the Box? You should contain the following items: • ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Power adapter and cord (12Vdc, 800mA) • Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable • ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Quick Installation Guide • Resource CD for the ME103 ProSafe Wireless Access Point Reference Manual for the telephone...
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...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 Blink Amber 0n Amber Blink Wireless... Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no Ethernet link detected. Wireless link enabled, no activity. Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. 10 Mbps Ethernet link...
...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 Blink Amber 0n Amber Blink Wireless... Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no Ethernet link detected. Wireless link enabled, no activity. Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. 10 Mbps Ethernet link...
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... the 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. See "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 5-8 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the secondary. Introduction 2-7 August 2003...
... the 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. See "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 5-8 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the secondary. Introduction 2-7 August 2003...
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... performance, and notebook power consumption of the wireless access point. Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your network. This basic configuration will enable computers with properly configured 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters. This distance can establish a connection through your wireless access point: • A location for others outside your area...
... performance, and notebook power consumption of the wireless access point. Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your network. This basic configuration will enable computers with properly configured 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters. This distance can establish a connection through your wireless access point: • A location for others outside your area...
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... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can vary depending on a notebook PC. Note: The power adapter and cord shipped with the ME103 limits the distance from large metal surfaces. • If using NETGEAR's POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter with a Cat 5 Ethernet cable like the one included with RJ-45 connectors. Basic Installation...
... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can vary depending on a notebook PC. Note: The power adapter and cord shipped with the ME103 limits the distance from large metal surfaces. • If using NETGEAR's POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter with a Cat 5 Ethernet cable like the one included with RJ-45 connectors. Basic Installation...
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... Installation and Configuration August 2003 FEATURE User Name (case sensitive) Password (case sensitive) Operating Mode Access Point Name DHCP IP Configuration (if DHCP server is unavailable) Network Name (SSID) Broadcast Network Name (SSID 802.11b Radio Frequency Channel WEP Restricting connectivity based on the rear panel - see "ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on page 2-7. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point...
... Installation and Configuration August 2003 FEATURE User Name (case sensitive) Password (case sensitive) Operating Mode Access Point Name DHCP IP Configuration (if DHCP server is unavailable) Network Name (SSID) Broadcast Network Name (SSID 802.11b Radio Frequency Channel WEP Restricting connectivity based on the rear panel - see "ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on page 2-7. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point...
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.... • Turn Off the Broadcast of your wireless network: • Restrict Access Based on MAC address. For this chapter. You can connect. IEEE 802.1x provides very strong security. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-4 August 2003 ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN Wireless Data Security Options Range: Up to 500...
.... • Turn Off the Broadcast of your wireless network: • Restrict Access Based on MAC address. For this chapter. You can connect. IEEE 802.1x provides very strong security. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-4 August 2003 ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN Wireless Data Security Options Range: Up to 500...
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... Configuration August 2003 Prepare a PC with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and 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 you have met all of the system requirements, shown on the Ethernet network. Configure the PC with an Ethernet adapter. ...
... Configuration August 2003 Prepare a PC with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and 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 you have met all of the system requirements, shown on the Ethernet network. Configure the PC with an Ethernet adapter. ...
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... wireless interface for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS a. Reference Manual for wireless access. Configure the ME103 Ethernet port for full instructions. See the online help or the Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of all the mobile devices. POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter which provides power to connect the electrical power supply, consider using the NETGEAR, Inc. b. Basic Installation...
... wireless interface for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS a. Reference Manual for wireless access. Configure the ME103 Ethernet port for full instructions. See the online help or the Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of all the mobile devices. POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter which provides power to connect the electrical power supply, consider using the NETGEAR, Inc. b. Basic Installation...
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... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point R ESET ETHER N ET 5 -1 2 V DC B LO CA L 10/100M 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 2 1 IN TER N ET 1 2 VDC O.5 A Router, Switch, or Hub Broadband modem Figure 3-3: Connecting the Ethernet cable to be a DHCP client. Note: If you will need to connect, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." 3-7 Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 Connect an Ethernet cable from your ME103 Access Point to...
... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point R ESET ETHER N ET 5 -1 2 V DC B LO CA L 10/100M 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 2 1 IN TER N ET 1 2 VDC O.5 A Router, Switch, or Hub Broadband modem Figure 3-3: Connecting the Ethernet cable to be a DHCP client. Note: If you will need to connect, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." 3-7 Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 Connect an Ethernet cable from your ME103 Access Point to...
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... between "NETGEAR" and the 6 digits of your access point. The ...Installation and Configuration 3-8 August 2003 Determine the NetBIOS name of the unit. Log in to the ME103 using the default IP address follow this example, you found on the bottom of the access point...access point. The instructions for connecting using the NetBIOS name you see NETGEAR123456 in browser address bar 4. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to the ME103 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point can connect to the ME103...
... between "NETGEAR" and the 6 digits of your access point. The ...Installation and Configuration 3-8 August 2003 Determine the NetBIOS name of the unit. Log in to the ME103 using the default IP address follow this example, you found on the bottom of the access point...access point. The instructions for connecting using the NetBIOS name you see NETGEAR123456 in browser address bar 4. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to the ME103 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point can connect to the ME103...
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Figure 3-6: Login result: ME103 home page The Web browser will then display the ME103 home page. 3-9 Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Enter the default user name of admin and the default password of password.
Figure 3-6: Login result: ME103 home page The Web browser will then display the ME103 home page. 3-9 Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Enter the default user name of admin and the default password of password.
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... default user name of admin and default password of your browser. 4. Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 3-10 Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to the ME103 should be a DHCP client. Otherwise, you can log in to the ME103 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name" on page 3-8 or the procedure described in...
... default user name of admin and default password of your browser. 4. Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 3-10 Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to the ME103 should be a DHCP client. Otherwise, you can log in to the ME103 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name" on page 3-8 or the procedure described in...
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... recommended channel spacing between adjacent access points is 5 channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding Basic Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of your wireless access point, click the Wireless Settings link in the Basic section of the main menu of the wireless access point in a region other than one access point can only happen when the various access points are using multiple access points, it is used , the...
... recommended channel spacing between adjacent access points is 5 channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding Basic Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of your wireless access point, click the Wireless Settings link in the Basic section of the main menu of the wireless access point in a region other than one access point can only happen when the various access points are using multiple access points, it is used , the...