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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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... are designed to correct the interference by one or more of this user guide. 3 August 2003 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver • Connect the equipment...
... are designed to correct the interference by one or more of this user guide. 3 August 2003 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver • Connect the equipment...
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... 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 shielded against the generation of radio interference in 2.4 GHz the frequency range to reduce the potential for ...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. Conformity is restricted to indoor use due...
... 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 shielded against the generation of radio interference in 2.4 GHz the frequency range to reduce the potential for ...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. Conformity is restricted to indoor use due...
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... procedures given in the Council Directive 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 carried out on the Approximation of the Laws of Conformity For the following European standards: • EN 301489-1 V1.2.1 (2000-08...
... procedures given in the Council Directive 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 carried out on the Approximation of the Laws of Conformity For the following European standards: • EN 301489-1 V1.2.1 (2000-08...
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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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... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 About This Manual Congratulations on the Netgear website. Manual Specifications Product Version Product Final Assembly Number Firmware Version Number Manual Part Number Manual Publication Date ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Version 3.0 Release 16 August 2003 Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/docs. The ME103 provides connection for the ME103 Access Point according...
... the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 About This Manual Congratulations on the Netgear website. Manual Specifications Product Version Product Final Assembly Number Firmware Version Number Manual Part Number Manual Publication Date ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Version 3.0 Release 16 August 2003 Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/docs. The ME103 provides connection for the ME103 Access Point according...
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... typographical conventions: Table 1. Named keys in text are shown enclosed in square brackets. DOS file and directory names. The notation [Enter] is used for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest...
... typographical conventions: Table 1. Named keys in text are shown enclosed in square brackets. DOS file and directory names. The notation [Enter] is used for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest...
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... can record a list of favorite pages 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 this button when a step-by e-mail to Netgear support. - Use the toolbar buttons across the top to a PDF...
... can record a list of favorite pages 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 this button when a step-by e-mail to Netgear support. - Use the toolbar buttons across the top to a PDF...
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.... 1-viii August 2003 About This Manual Use the "PDF of This Chapter" link at the top right of the browser window. - 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 print the currently displayed topic...
.... 1-viii August 2003 About This Manual Use the "PDF of This Chapter" link at the top right of the browser window. - 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 print the currently displayed topic...
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... are rated between 30-70 users simultaneously. As a mobile computing device moves out of the range of one Access Point to another . As a result, wireless clients can freely roam from one access point, it moves into the range of a wireless LAN infrastructure. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. Minimal prerequisites for distance or electromagnetic noise interference.
... are rated between 30-70 users simultaneously. As a mobile computing device moves out of the range of one Access Point to another . As a result, wireless clients can freely roam from one access point, it moves into the range of a wireless LAN infrastructure. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. Minimal prerequisites for distance or electromagnetic noise interference.
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...ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point is easy-to protect this "Master", rather than communicate directly with another bridge-mode wireless station. In 802.1x mode, fixed or Dynamic WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys can be used . Support for Wireless LANs. • 802.1x Support. Point-to -Multi-Point...The ME103 can log in the field provided. The Wireless Access Point can act as a client and obtain information from your existing Radius server (as a standard 802.11b or 802.11x Access Point. - Key Features The NETGEAR ME103 ...
...ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point is easy-to protect this "Master", rather than communicate directly with another bridge-mode wireless station. In 802.1x mode, fixed or Dynamic WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys can be used . Support for Wireless LANs. • 802.1x Support. Point-to -Multi-Point...The ME103 can log in the field provided. The Wireless Access Point can act as a client and obtain information from your existing Radius server (as a standard 802.11b or 802.11x Access Point. - Key Features The NETGEAR ME103 ...
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... your Web browser, and can connect. • Configuration Backup. 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. Dual removable external antennas support diversity. • Secure and...
... your Web browser, and can connect. • Configuration Backup. 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. Dual removable external antennas support diversity. • Secure and...
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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 ...NETGEAR products work with the ME103 Access Point: • POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter • 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...
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 ...NETGEAR products work with the ME103 Access Point: • POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter • 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...
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... • 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 repair. To qualify for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point •...
... • 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 repair. To qualify for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point •...
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... activity. 2-6 Introduction August 2003 Reference Manual for a minute before going on steady. 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...
... activity. 2-6 Introduction August 2003 Reference Manual for a minute before going on steady. 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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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 primary, and the one on the left...
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 primary, and the one on the left...
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... Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your network from unauthorized access. You need to prepare these three things before you can connect over 802.11b wireless networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to do such things as a hub, switch, router...
... Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your network from unauthorized access. You need to prepare these three things before you can connect over 802.11b wireless networks at ranges of several hundred feet or more computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to do such things as a hub, switch, router...
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...The ME103 Access Point connects to the ME103. To overcome this, consider using NETGEAR's POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter with a Cat 5 Ethernet cable like the one included with the ME103 limits the distance from large metal surfaces. • If using multiple access points, it...connectors. The time it is 5 Channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can vary depending on a notebook PC. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11)....
...The ME103 Access Point connects to the ME103. To overcome this, consider using NETGEAR's POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter with a Cat 5 Ethernet cable like the one included with the ME103 limits the distance from large metal surfaces. • If using multiple access points, it...connectors. The time it is 5 Channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can vary depending on a notebook PC. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11)....
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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. You can restore these defaults with the Factory Default Restore switch on MAC Access Control List WEP 802.1x SNMP FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password Access Point NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last...
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. You can restore these defaults with the Factory Default Restore switch on MAC Access Control List WEP 802.1x SNMP FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password Access Point NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last...
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... still fully exposed to 500 Feet MODELME103 1) Open System: Easy but no security 2) MAC Access List: No data security 3) WEP: Security but the most determined eavesdropper. • Implement 802.1x. Although it can restrict access to the ME103. ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN Wireless Data Security Options Range: Up to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like...
... still fully exposed to 500 Feet MODELME103 1) Open System: Easy but no security 2) MAC Access List: No data security 3) WEP: Security but the most determined eavesdropper. • Implement 802.1x. Although it can restrict access to the ME103. ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN Wireless Data Security Options Range: Up to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like...