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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to Comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This device may cause undesired operation. ...OFFICE USE FCC ID: PY3ME103 Warning! This equipment generates, uses, and can be installed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this user guide. 3 August 2003 RF Exposure Requirements WARNING! However, there is subject to correct the interference by one or more of the following two ...
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to Comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This device may cause undesired operation. ...OFFICE USE FCC ID: PY3ME103 Warning! This equipment generates, uses, and can be installed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in this user guide. 3 August 2003 RF Exposure Requirements WARNING! However, there is subject to correct the interference by one or more of the following two ...
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Reference Manual for the Enter key and the Return key. User input. 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. 1-vi About This Manual ...
Reference Manual for the Enter key and the Return key. User input. 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. 1-vi About This Manual ...
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User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR M-WB02NA-0 March 2003
User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR M-WB02NA-0 March 2003
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..., if not installed and used in accordance with any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in this user guide. 3 Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the ...NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to part 15 of the FCC Rules. RF Exposure Requirements WARNING! However, there is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Installers and end-users...
..., if not installed and used in accordance with any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in this user guide. 3 Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the ...NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Tested to part 15 of the FCC Rules. RF Exposure Requirements WARNING! However, there is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Installers and end-users...
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... network, Internet, and wireless technologies tutorial information is used for purchasing the NETGEAR™ ME103 Access Point. First time an abbreviated term is provided in the Appendices. Special Message Formats This guide uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats ... bold times roman Internet Protocol (IP) courier font [Enter] [Ctrl]+C SMALL CAPS Emphasis. Screen text, user-typed command-line entries. Preface About This Guide Thank you for the Enter key and the Return key. About This...
... network, Internet, and wireless technologies tutorial information is used for purchasing the NETGEAR™ ME103 Access Point. First time an abbreviated term is provided in the Appendices. Special Message Formats This guide uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats ... bold times roman Internet Protocol (IP) courier font [Enter] [Ctrl]+C SMALL CAPS Emphasis. Screen text, user-typed command-line entries. Preface About This Guide Thank you for the Enter key and the Return key. About This...
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User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point vi About This Guide
User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point vi About This Guide
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...User's Guide for both NetBIOS broadcast and WINS (Windows Internet Naming Service) allows the ME103 to easily fit into your existing Windows network. • Hidden mode wherein the SSID is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily, using only your LAN. • Simple Configuration. The Wireless Access Point complies with Auto Uplink interface for 802....1x mode is included. Support for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point provides the following features...
...User's Guide for both NetBIOS broadcast and WINS (Windows Internet Naming Service) allows the ME103 to easily fit into your existing Windows network. • Hidden mode wherein the SSID is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily, using only your LAN. • Simple Configuration. The Wireless Access Point complies with Auto Uplink interface for 802....1x mode is included. Support for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point provides the following features...
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... or long preamble • Roaming among access points on the same subnet Autosensing Ethernet Connections 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 Introduction 1-3 Compatible NETGEAR products are listed below. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks...
... or long preamble • Roaming among access points on the same subnet Autosensing Ethernet Connections 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 Introduction 1-3 Compatible NETGEAR products are listed below. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks...
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... User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • 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 sure your system meets these requirements: • A 10/100 Mbps Local Area Network device such as the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless...
... User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • 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 sure your system meets these requirements: • A 10/100 Mbps Local Area Network device such as the NETGEAR MA401 Wireless...
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... . Indicates self test, loading software, or system fault (if continues). Introduction 1-5 Power is on the NETGEAR Web page at: http://www.NETGEAR.com. Hardware Description The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point front and rear hardware functions are described below. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point To qualify for a minute before going on with the power adapter and cord correctly installed, see...
... . Indicates self test, loading software, or system fault (if continues). Introduction 1-5 Power is on the NETGEAR Web page at: http://www.NETGEAR.com. Hardware Description The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point front and rear hardware functions are described below. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point To qualify for a minute before going on with the power adapter and cord correctly installed, see...
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... traffic on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point LED LAN Off Green On Green Blink Amber 0n Amber Blink DESCRIPTION Ethernet LAN Link Activity Indicator Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity. Wireless link enabled, no Ethernet link detected. Wireless LAN Off Green On Green Blink...
... traffic on the 10Mbps Ethernet LAN. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point LED LAN Off Green On Green Blink Amber 0n Amber Blink DESCRIPTION Ethernet LAN Link Activity Indicator Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity. Wireless link enabled, no Ethernet link detected. Wireless LAN Off Green On Green Blink...
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The one on the left is the secondary. User's Guide for important information about configuring Introduction 1-7 Please refer to "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 4-12 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the primary, and the one on page 4-15 for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel RESET ETHERN ET 5-12V D C Figure 1-2: ME103 rear panel Left Side Primary and Right Side Secondary Detachable Antenna The ME103 provides two detachable antenna.
The one on the left is the secondary. User's Guide for important information about configuring Introduction 1-7 Please refer to "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 4-12 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the primary, and the one on page 4-15 for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ME103 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel RESET ETHERN ET 5-12V D C Figure 1-2: ME103 rear panel Left Side Primary and Right Side Secondary Detachable Antenna The ME103 provides two detachable antenna.
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Restore to Factory Default Button The restore to default button located between the Ethernet RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the ME103 to and Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, or router. RJ-45 Ethernet Port Use the ME103 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to the factory default settings. Power Socket This socket connects to best take advantage of diversity and range capabilities of the ME103. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point and positioning the antenna to the ME103 power adapter 1-8 Introduction
Restore to Factory Default Button The restore to default button located between the Ethernet RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the ME103 to and Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, or router. RJ-45 Ethernet Port Use the ME103 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to the factory default settings. Power Socket This socket connects to best take advantage of diversity and range capabilities of the ME103. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point and positioning the antenna to the ME103 power adapter 1-8 Introduction
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User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Introduction 1-9
User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Introduction 1-9
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... 328 feet away. 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 takes to reduce interference. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in...
... 328 feet away. 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 takes to reduce interference. User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in...
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User's Guide 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. FEATURE User Name (case sensitive) Password (case sensitive) Access Point Name DHCP IP Configuration (if DHCP server is unavailable) Network Name (SSID) 802.11b Radio Frequency Channel Authentication Type WEP 802.1x FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password...
User's Guide 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. FEATURE User Name (case sensitive) Password (case sensitive) Access Point Name DHCP IP Configuration (if DHCP server is unavailable) Network Name (SSID) 802.11b Radio Frequency Channel Authentication Type WEP 802.1x FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password...
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... well as the ability to 500 Feet 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN MODELME103 1) Open System: Easy but no security 2) MAC Access List: No data security 3) WEP: Security but some products such as WEP, it can use the security features of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data...
... well as the ability to 500 Feet 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point PWR LAN Wireless LAN MODELME103 1) Open System: Easy but no security 2) MAC Access List: No data security 3) WEP: Security but some products such as WEP, it can use the security features of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data...
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... Placement and Range Guidelines" on page 4. 1 SET UP THE ME103 ACCESS POINT a. The best location is elevated, such as wall mounted or on the Model ME103 GearBox CD. 2-5 Basic Installation and Configuration User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Install the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Before installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your wireless coverage area, and within line of sight of all...
... Placement and Range Guidelines" on page 4. 1 SET UP THE ME103 ACCESS POINT a. The best location is elevated, such as wall mounted or on the Model ME103 GearBox CD. 2-5 Basic Installation and Configuration User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Install the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Before installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point, you should make sure that your wireless coverage area, and within line of sight of all...
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The Power Light and Wireless Activity lights should light up. 2 CONFIGURE WIRELESS ACCESS ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point R ESET ETHER N ET 5 -1 2 V DC 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 Wireless PC Card in to a power outlet. User's Guide for 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 A 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...
The Power Light and Wireless Activity lights should light up. 2 CONFIGURE WIRELESS ACCESS ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point R ESET ETHER N ET 5 -1 2 V DC 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 Wireless PC Card in to a power outlet. User's Guide for 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 A 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...
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User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Wireless Network Name (SSID): NETGEAR • Mode (Infrastructure or Ad Hoc): Infrastructure • WEP: Disabled or Off To change the ME103 settings, see to Troubleshooting Tips below or to the Internet, or check for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point on your network. Note: If you are unable to connect, see "Understanding Basic Wireless Settings" on page...
User's Guide for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Wireless Network Name (SSID): NETGEAR • Mode (Infrastructure or Ad Hoc): Infrastructure • WEP: Disabled or Off To change the ME103 settings, see to Troubleshooting Tips below or to the Internet, or check for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point on your network. Note: If you are unable to connect, see "Understanding Basic Wireless Settings" on page...