ME103 Reference Manual
Page 1
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
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 7
... How to Use the HTML Version of 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...
... How to Use the HTML Version of 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...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 11
... has basic to these specifications: Table 1-1. Scope This manual is provided in the Appendices, on the Resource CD 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. Documentation updates are available on your purchase of the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. About This Manual 1-v August 2003 However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall...
... has basic to these specifications: Table 1-1. Scope This manual is provided in the Appendices, on the Resource CD 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. Documentation updates are available on your purchase of the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point. About This Manual 1-v August 2003 However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 12
... input. Special Message Formats This guide uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Reference Manual for the Enter key and the Return key. The notation [Enter] is used to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats to highlight information of importance...
... input. Special Message Formats This guide uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Reference Manual for the Enter key and the Return key. The notation [Enter] is used to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following formats to highlight information of importance...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 13
... containing just the currently selected chapter of the manual. The PDF button links to a PDF version 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. -
... containing just the currently selected chapter of the manual. The PDF button links to a PDF version 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. -
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 14
...single sheet of paper, you can save paper an printer ink by selecting this feature. 1-viii August 2003 About This Manual Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this button when a step-by-step procedure is displayed will send the entire procedure to your printer--you ... printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper an printer ink by selecting this feature. • The Full Manual. Click the print icon in the upper left of any page in the toolbar at the top right of the window. - Click PDF button...
...single sheet of paper, you can save paper an printer ink by selecting this feature. 1-viii August 2003 About This Manual Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this button when a step-by-step procedure is displayed will send the entire procedure to your printer--you ... printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper an printer ink by selecting this feature. • The Full Manual. Click the print icon in the upper left of any page in the toolbar at the top right of the window. - Click PDF button...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 16
... Manual for Wireless LANs. • 802.1x Support. The ME103 can log in the field provided. Point-to -Multi-Point Bridge. The other . The Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) and IEEE 802.1x specifications for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point is included. Support for WEP is easy-to-use and provides solid wireless and networking support. In this communication. - Point...
... Manual for Wireless LANs. • 802.1x Support. The ME103 can log in the field provided. Point-to -Multi-Point Bridge. The other . The Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) and IEEE 802.1x specifications for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Key Features The ME103 Access Point is included. Support for WEP is easy-to-use and provides solid wireless and networking support. In this communication. - Point...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 17
Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Upgradeable Firmware. Date and time can use the ME103 to gain access to change. • Hidden Mode. Additionally, the ME103 supports the following wireless features: • Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK procedure, retransmission of unacknowledged frames) • RTS/CTS handshake • Beacon generation • Packet ...
Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point • Upgradeable Firmware. Date and time can use the ME103 to gain access to change. • Hidden Mode. Additionally, the ME103 supports the following wireless features: • Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK procedure, retransmission of unacknowledged frames) • RTS/CTS handshake • Beacon generation • Packet ...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 18
...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...8226; A Web browser for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The ME103 can connect to make the right ...
...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...8226; A Web browser for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink The ME103 can connect to make the right ...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 19
... to repack the ME103 if you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.NETGEAR.com. 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 ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ( ) -- To qualify for...
... to repack the ME103 if you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.NETGEAR.com. 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 ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point ( ) -- To qualify for...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 20
... 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 LAN Off Green On Green Blink DESCRIPTION Power Indicator No power. Wireless link activity. 2-6 Introduction August 2003 Reference Manual...
... 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 LAN Off Green On Green Blink DESCRIPTION Power Indicator No power. Wireless link activity. 2-6 Introduction August 2003 Reference Manual...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 21
...August 2003 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...See "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 5-8 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the primary, and the one on the left is the secondary. Power Socket This socket connects to the ME103 power adapter. Reference Manual for important information ...
...August 2003 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...See "Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings" on page 5-8 and "Antenna Installation" on the right is the primary, and the one on the left is the secondary. Power Socket This socket connects to the ME103 power adapter. Reference Manual for important information ...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 23
... to reduce interference. The time it is 5 Channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to your PCs will operate. • In an elevated location such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from large metal surfaces. • If using NETGEAR's POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter with a Cat 5 Ethernet cable like the...
... to reduce interference. The time it is 5 Channels (for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Note: Failure to your PCs will operate. • In an elevated location such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from large metal surfaces. • If using NETGEAR's POE101 Power Over Ethernet Adapter with a Cat 5 Ethernet cable like the...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 24
....168.0.224 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Primary DNS Server: blank Secondary DNS Server: blank NETGEAR Enabled 11 Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled 3-3 Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 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.
....168.0.224 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Primary DNS Server: blank Secondary DNS Server: blank NETGEAR Enabled 11 Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled 3-3 Basic Installation and Configuration August 2003 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.
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 25
... such as the ability to your needs. Although it can be received well beyond your walls by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this chapter. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can use the security features of the...
... such as the ability to your needs. Although it can be received well beyond your walls by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this chapter. Reference Manual for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point Understanding ME103 Wireless Security Options Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can use the security features of the...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 26
... is lit when connected to the ME103 and verify the following: - b. a. Reference Manual 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 page 2-5. 1 SET UP THE ME103 ACCESS POINT 1 SET UP THE ME103 ACCESS POINT Tip: Before mounting the ME103 in a high location, first set up...
... is lit when connected to the ME103 and verify the following: - b. a. Reference Manual 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 page 2-5. 1 SET UP THE ME103 ACCESS POINT 1 SET UP THE ME103 ACCESS POINT Tip: Before mounting the ME103 in a high location, first set up...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 27
... the online help or the Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of all the mobile devices. b. Click the IP Settings link and configure the IP Settings for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS a. The best location is difficult to its original TCP/IP settings. 3 DEPLOY THE ME103 ACCESS POINT a. Disconnect the ME103 and position it where you used...
... the online help or the Understanding Basic Wireless Settings topic of all the mobile devices. b. Click the IP Settings link and configure the IP Settings for the ME103 802.11b ProSafe Wireless Access Point 2 CONFIGURE LAN AND WIRELESS ACCESS a. The best location is difficult to its original TCP/IP settings. 3 DEPLOY THE ME103 ACCESS POINT a. Disconnect the ME103 and position it where you used...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 28
... power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter in 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 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. Reference Manual for file and printer...
... power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter in 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 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. Reference Manual for file and printer...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 29
..., or Netscape Navigator web browser version 4.78 or above. 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 by using the default IP address follow this example, you found ... The access point NetBIOS name is on the label on the bottom of the unit and looks like the one shown below . In this section. 1. A login window like "NETGEAR123456", where 123456 is no space between "NETGEAR" and the 6 digits of the access point name.You...
..., or Netscape Navigator web browser version 4.78 or above. 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 by using the default IP address follow this example, you found ... The access point NetBIOS name is on the label on the bottom of the unit and looks like the one shown below . In this section. 1. A login window like "NETGEAR123456", where 123456 is no space between "NETGEAR" and the 6 digits of the access point name.You...
ME103 Reference Manual
Page 30
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. 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