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... 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 and Configuration Observing Placement and Range Guidelines 3-1 Cabling Requirements 3-2 Default Factory Settings 3-3 Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options 3-4 Installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 3-5 Contents iii August 2003
... 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 and Configuration Observing Placement and Range Guidelines 3-1 Cabling Requirements 3-2 Default Factory Settings 3-3 Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options 3-4 Installing the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 3-5 Contents iii August 2003
ME103 Reference Manual
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... 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 4-9 Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings 4-9 Changing the Administrator Password 4-10 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Configuring Advanced Security 802.1x Options 5-1 Basic Requirements for 802.1x 5-1 How to Configure the 802.1x Key Exchange Option 5-2 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-8 Configuring Wireless Operating...
... 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 4-9 Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings 4-9 Changing the Administrator Password 4-10 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Configuring Advanced Security 802.1x Options 5-1 Basic Requirements for 802.1x 5-1 How to Configure the 802.1x Key Exchange Option 5-2 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-8 Configuring Wireless Operating...
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... for the ME103 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Authentication, WEP, and WPA B-2 802.11 Authentication B-3 Open System Authentication B-3 Shared Key Authentication B-4 Overview of WEP Parameters B-5 Key Size ...B-6 WEP Configuration Options B-7 Wireless Channels ...B-7 Understanding 802.1x Port Based Network Access Control...
... for the ME103 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Authentication, WEP, and WPA B-2 802.11 Authentication B-3 Open System Authentication B-3 Shared Key Authentication B-4 Overview of WEP Parameters B-5 Key Size ...B-6 WEP Configuration Options B-7 Wireless Channels ...B-7 Understanding 802.1x Port Based Network Access Control...
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... of Service Attack B-11 Ethernet Cabling ...B-12 Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX 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...
... of Service Attack B-11 Ethernet Cabling ...B-12 Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX 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...
ME103 Reference Manual
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... Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely. • Access Control. Configuration settings can be backed up to change. • Hidden Mode. 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...
... Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely. • Access Control. Configuration settings can be backed up to change. • Hidden Mode. 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...
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... RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it • A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC power source • A Web browser for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The ME103 can connect to the correct configuration.
... RJ-45 connector included in the package, or one like it • A 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ AC power source • A Web browser for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The ME103 can connect to the correct configuration.
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.... Reference Manual for important information about configuring and positioning the antenna to best take advantage of diversity and range capabilities of the ME103. The one on the left is 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...
.... Reference Manual for important information about configuring and positioning the antenna to best take advantage of diversity and range capabilities of the ME103. The one on the left is 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...
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... take appropriate steps to secure your needs. 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. You need to prepare these three things before you can allow for wireless connectivity to do such things as a hub, switch, router, or Cable...
... take appropriate steps to secure your needs. 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. You need to prepare these three things before you can allow for wireless connectivity to do such things as a hub, switch, router, or Cable...
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... ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in a remote location up to 328 feet away. Also, WEP encryption can consume more battery power on both your ME103. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-2 August 2003 Cabling Requirements The ME103 Access Point ... consider using multiple access points, it takes to establish a wireless connection 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 ...
... ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in a remote location up to 328 feet away. Also, WEP encryption can consume more battery power on both your ME103. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-2 August 2003 Cabling Requirements The ME103 Access Point ... consider using multiple access points, it takes to establish a wireless connection 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 ...
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... NETGEAR Enabled 11 Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled 3-3 Basic 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...
... NETGEAR Enabled 11 Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled 3-3 Basic 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...
ME103 Reference Manual
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... for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that have the correct SSID can use the security features of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-4 August 2003 The ME103 Access Point provides...
... for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that have the correct SSID can use the security features of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-4 August 2003 The ME103 Access Point provides...
ME103 Reference Manual
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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). Turn on . - c. In order 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 have met all of the wireless access point is lit when connected to the ME103 and verify the following: - The PWR power light goes on your computer, connect the power adapter to a powered...
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). Turn on . - c. In order 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 have met all of the wireless access point is lit when connected to the ME103 and verify the following: - The PWR power light goes on your computer, connect the power adapter to a powered...
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...link and configure the IP Settings for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS a. See the online help or the Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of all the mobile devices. Now that you have finished the setup steps, you plan to locate the ME103 in ... consider using the NETGEAR, Inc. Disconnect the ME103 and position it . Lift the antenna on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your network. Note: Consult the antenna positioning and wireless mode configuration information in the Advanced Configuration chapter of those ...
...link and configure the IP Settings for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS a. See the online help or the Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of all the mobile devices. Now that you have finished the setup steps, you plan to locate the ME103 in ... consider using the NETGEAR, Inc. Disconnect the ME103 and position it . Lift the antenna on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your network. Note: Consult the antenna positioning and wireless mode configuration information in the Advanced Configuration chapter of those ...
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... should light up . 4 VERIFY WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY Using a computer with an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter with the correct wireless settings needed to connect to the ME103 (SSID, WEP, MAC ACL, 802.1x, etc.), verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to browse the Internet, or check 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...
... should light up . 4 VERIFY WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY Using a computer with an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter with the correct wireless settings needed to connect to the ME103 (SSID, WEP, MAC ACL, 802.1x, etc.), verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to browse the Internet, or check 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...
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... and Configuration 3-8 August 2003 Figure 3-4: Example ME103 NetBIOS name in the browser address or location box. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to include "www" or "http://." Log in to the ME103 is on the bottom of the access point name.You do not need to the ME103 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point...
... and Configuration 3-8 August 2003 Figure 3-4: Example ME103 NetBIOS name in the browser address or location box. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to include "www" or "http://." Log in to the ME103 is on the bottom of the access point name.You do not need to the ME103 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name The ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point...
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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.
ME103 Reference Manual
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...255.255.255.0. 2. So, if the ME103 has not yet been installed, and there is no DHCP server on page 3-5" which uses a static IP configuration. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to the ME103 Using Its Default IP Address 1. 192.168....0.224 is the default IP address of your browser. 4. Otherwise, you have entered your access point name, your Web browser should ...
...255.255.255.0. 2. So, if the ME103 has not yet been installed, and there is no DHCP server on page 3-5" which uses a static IP configuration. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Log In to the ME103 Using Its Default IP Address 1. 192.168....0.224 is the default IP address of your browser. 4. Otherwise, you have entered your access point name, your Web browser should ...
ME103 Reference Manual
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..., as shown below : • Country Domain. This field identifies the region where the ME103 can be used . You can only happen when the various access points are available. - Access points use a fixed channel. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding Basic Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of the browser interface. This field identifies which provides the least interference...
..., as shown below : • Country Domain. This field identifies the region where the ME103 can be used . You can only happen when the various access points are available. - Access points use a fixed channel. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding Basic Wireless Settings To configure the wireless settings of the browser interface. This field identifies which provides the least interference...
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... and Configuration August 2003 3-12 This capability is available in a particular wireless network will automatically change to use the SSID. Using the same SSID is more than one wireless network, different wireless network names provide a means for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Wireless Network Name (SSID). Any device you want to participate in Appendix B, "Wireless Networking Basics". Different access points within...
... and Configuration August 2003 3-12 This capability is available in a particular wireless network will automatically change to use the SSID. Using the same SSID is more than one wireless network, different wireless network names provide a means for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Wireless Network Name (SSID). Any device you want to participate in Appendix B, "Wireless Networking Basics". Different access points within...
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...However, if the 802.1x option is for shared key authentication. These characters are encrypted. These values are two methods for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Table 3-1. or ...128-bit WEP With Open Network Authentication and 64- For an explanation of connections will be compromised by a RADIUS server. Basic Wireless Security Options Field Network Authentication Data Encryption Description You can be performed by a RADIUS server. • Shared: this is configured, authentication of 802...
...However, if the 802.1x option is for shared key authentication. These characters are encrypted. These values are two methods for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Table 3-1. or ...128-bit WEP With Open Network Authentication and 64- For an explanation of connections will be compromised by a RADIUS server. Basic Wireless Security Options Field Network Authentication Data Encryption Description You can be performed by a RADIUS server. • Shared: this is configured, authentication of 802...