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... product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. All rights reserved. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may register your wireless connection can connect over 802.11 wireless networks at : http://www.NETGEAR.com/ through the customer service area. However, the operating distance... that may occur due to http://www.NETGEAR.com. For best results, identify a location for your product, get product support or obtain product information and product documentation, go to such condition. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Technical Support ...
... product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. All rights reserved. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may register your wireless connection can connect over 802.11 wireless networks at : http://www.NETGEAR.com/ through the customer service area. However, the operating distance... that may occur due to http://www.NETGEAR.com. For best results, identify a location for your product, get product support or obtain product information and product documentation, go to such condition. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Technical Support ...
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... OF CONFORMITY We Netgear, 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA Tel: +1 408 907 8000 declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) WAG102 (Model Designation) 802.11a/g ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point (Product Name) ...complies with the limits for Operation in the United States Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions This equipment has been tested and found to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. use only shielded interface cables when connecting...
... OF CONFORMITY We Netgear, 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA Tel: +1 408 907 8000 declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s) WAG102 (Model Designation) 802.11a/g ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point (Product Name) ...complies with the limits for Operation in the United States Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions This equipment has been tested and found to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. use only shielded interface cables when connecting...
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... This Manual xiv How to Print this Manual xv Chapter 1 Introduction About the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 1-1 Key Features and Standards 1-2 Supported Standards and Conventions 1-2 Key Features ...1-3 802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking 1-4 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 1-4 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 1-5 System Requirements ...1-5 What's In the Box? ...1-6 Hardware Description ...1-7 Front Panel ...1-7 Rear...
... This Manual xiv How to Print this Manual xv Chapter 1 Introduction About the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 1-1 Key Features and Standards 1-2 Supported Standards and Conventions 1-2 Key Features ...1-3 802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking 1-4 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 1-4 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 1-5 System Requirements ...1-5 What's In the Box? ...1-6 Hardware Description ...1-7 Front Panel ...1-7 Rear...
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ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Wireless Settings ...2-14 Configuring 802.11a Wireless Settings 2-14 Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings 2-16 Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity 2-17 Understanding Security Profiles 2-19 ...Information 3-3 Viewing Network Traffic Statistics 3-6 Viewing Available Wireless Station List 3-7 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software 3-8 Configuration File Management 3-10 Saving and Retrieving the Configuration 3-10 Restoring the WAG102 to the Factory Default Settings 3-11 Changing the ...
ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Wireless Settings ...2-14 Configuring 802.11a Wireless Settings 2-14 Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings 2-16 Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity 2-17 Understanding Security Profiles 2-19 ...Information 3-3 Viewing Network Traffic Statistics 3-6 Viewing Available Wireless Station List 3-7 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software 3-8 Configuration File Management 3-10 Saving and Retrieving the Configuration 3-10 Restoring the WAG102 to the Factory Default Settings 3-11 Changing the ...
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ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring a WAG102 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 4-5 Configuring a Point-to-Multi-Point Wireless Bridge 4-6 Configuring the WAG102 as a Wireless Repeater 4-7 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the wireless access point 5-1 The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up 5-2 The LAN light is not lit...5-2 I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer 5-2 I cannot connect to the WAG102 to...
ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring a WAG102 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 4-5 Configuring a Point-to-Multi-Point Wireless Bridge 4-6 Configuring the WAG102 as a Wireless Repeater 4-7 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the wireless access point 5-1 The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up 5-2 The LAN light is not lit...5-2 I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer 5-2 I cannot connect to the WAG102 to...
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... to 30 users simultaneously. As a result, wireless clients can support a small group of users in -building access point provides a maximum connectivity area of several hundred feet. on page 1-6) and a description of the front and back panels of the NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102. Most access points can further lengthen the wireless network coverage. Connecting multiple WAG102 Wireless Access Points via an antenna. Chapter 1 Introduction This...
... to 30 users simultaneously. As a result, wireless clients can support a small group of users in -building access point provides a maximum connectivity area of several hundred feet. on page 1-6) and a description of the front and back panels of the NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102. Most access points can further lengthen the wireless network coverage. Connecting multiple WAG102 Wireless Access Points via an antenna. Chapter 1 Introduction This...
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... Supports multiple BSSIDs. VLANs are supported. • Full WPA and WPA2 support. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key Features and Standards The WAG102 Wireless Access Point is easy-to a wired network and a set of wireless stations, it can act as if they are connected to the same network even though they actually may be physically located on...
... Supports multiple BSSIDs. VLANs are supported. • Full WPA and WPA2 support. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key Features and Standards The WAG102 Wireless Access Point is easy-to a wired network and a set of wireless stations, it can act as if they are connected to the same network even though they actually may be physically located on...
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.... • Power over Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch. Configuration settings can allow all traffic to protect this communication. - Wireless Repeater. You can be captured and redirected to the URL you can be supplied to -Point Bridge. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key Features The WAG102 provides solid functionality, including these features: • Multiple Operating Modes -
.... • Power over Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch. Configuration settings can allow all traffic to protect this communication. - Wireless Repeater. You can be captured and redirected to the URL you can be supplied to -Point Bridge. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key Features The WAG102 provides solid functionality, including these features: • Multiple Operating Modes -
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... about crossover cables, as each security profile is autosensing and capable of the 802.11e standard. The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) • Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink The WAG102 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. Each security profile is automatically allocated a VLAN ID as Auto Uplink will then...
... about crossover cables, as each security profile is autosensing and capable of the 802.11e standard. The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) • Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink The WAG102 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. Each security profile is automatically allocated a VLAN ID as Auto Uplink will then...
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...Activity Indicator (5 GHz) Indicates no wireless link activity. Power Socket This socket connects to the factory default settings. 1-8 Introduction v2.0, September 2006 Wireless link activity. Left and Right Detachable Antenna The WAG102 provides two detachable antennas (5 GHz ...RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the WAG102 to the WAG102 12V 1A power adapter. 3. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Table 1-1. Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator (2.4 GHz) Indicates no wireless link activity. Front Panel LED Indicators (continued)...
...Activity Indicator (5 GHz) Indicates no wireless link activity. Power Socket This socket connects to the factory default settings. 1-8 Introduction v2.0, September 2006 Wireless link activity. Left and Right Detachable Antenna The WAG102 provides two detachable antennas (5 GHz ...RJ-45 connector and the power socket restores the WAG102 to the WAG102 12V 1A power adapter. 3. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Table 1-1. Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator (2.4 GHz) Indicates no wireless link activity. Front Panel LED Indicators (continued)...
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ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. Introduction 1-9 v2.0, September 2006 RJ-45 Ethernet Port Use the WAG102 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or POE switch.
ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. Introduction 1-9 v2.0, September 2006 RJ-45 Ethernet Port Use the WAG102 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or POE switch.
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... your LAN. Note: Indoors, computers can establish a connection through a device such as connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on page 2-19. Chapter 2 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 for wireless connectivity to secure your network from unauthorized access. This basic configuration will enable computers with...
... your LAN. Note: Indoors, computers can establish a connection through a device such as connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on page 2-19. Chapter 2 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 for wireless connectivity to secure your network from unauthorized access. This basic configuration will enable computers with...
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... Settings and Technical Specifications For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in a vertical position provides best side-to the WAG102. Putting the antenna in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to -side coverage. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines The operating distance or...
... Settings and Technical Specifications For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in a vertical position provides best side-to the WAG102. Putting the antenna in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to -side coverage. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines The operating distance or...
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... and software availability may be received well beyond your wireless equipment. If you can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that have the correct SSID can connect. For this chapter. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Understanding WAG102 Wireless Security Options Your wireless data transmissions can be limited. The WAG102 Wireless Access Point provides highly effective security features, which are several...
... and software availability may be received well beyond your wireless equipment. If you can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that have the correct SSID can connect. For this chapter. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Understanding WAG102 Wireless Security Options Your wireless data transmissions can be limited. The WAG102 Wireless Access Point provides highly effective security features, which are several...
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... goes on. • The LAN light of the wireless access point is lit when connected to communicate with 802.11b or 802.11a/g wireless adapters will be blinking. 2-4 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Installing the WAG102 Wireless Access Point Before installing the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102, you have met all of the system requirements, shown...
... goes on. • The LAN light of the wireless access point is lit when connected to communicate with 802.11b or 802.11a/g wireless adapters will be blinking. 2-4 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Installing the WAG102 Wireless Access Point Before installing the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102, you have met all of the system requirements, shown...
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Connect to the WAG102 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.232 in Figure 2-2. The WAG102 login screen will appear. 2. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring LAN and Wireless Access To configure the WAG102 Ethernet port for the password, both in lower case letters as shown in the address field. Figure 2-2 Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v2.0, September 2006 Enter admin for the user name and password for LAN access: 1.
Connect to the WAG102 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.232 in Figure 2-2. The WAG102 login screen will appear. 2. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Configuring LAN and Wireless Access To configure the WAG102 Ethernet port for the password, both in lower case letters as shown in the address field. Figure 2-2 Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v2.0, September 2006 Enter admin for the user name and password for LAN access: 1.
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Click OK. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 3. The main menu of the WAG102 will display as shown in Figure 2-3. • When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, select the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view the documentation for the wireless access point. • Select Logout to exit the WAG102 setup screens. (You will automatically be logged out of the wireless access point after 5 minutes of no activity.) Figure 2-3 2-6 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006
Click OK. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 3. The main menu of the WAG102 will display as shown in Figure 2-3. • When the wireless access point is connected to the Internet, select the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view the documentation for the wireless access point. • Select Logout to exit the WAG102 setup screens. (You will automatically be logged out of the wireless access point after 5 minutes of no activity.) Figure 2-3 2-6 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006
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... WAG102 is connected to a router and your router for more information about how to enable the DHCP client in the DHCP server. Enter the wireless settings for 11a and 11b/g: 1. Click Apply. 2-8 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 ...Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 6. If you should reserve the IP address 192.168.0.232 for the WAG102. If so, you can enable this case, you choose to configure...
... WAG102 is connected to a router and your router for more information about how to enable the DHCP client in the DHCP server. Enter the wireless settings for 11a and 11b/g: 1. Click Apply. 2-8 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 ...Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 6. If you should reserve the IP address 192.168.0.232 for the WAG102. If so, you can enable this case, you choose to configure...
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... the 802.11a is elevated, such as Mozilla Firefox, or Internet Explorer to connect, see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting." 2-10 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Deploying the WAG102 Wireless Access Point To deploy the WAG102 Wireless Access Point: 1. The best location is NETGEAR-11a. Lift the antenna on your network. The SSID of all the mobile...
... the 802.11a is elevated, such as Mozilla Firefox, or Internet Explorer to connect, see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting." 2-10 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Deploying the WAG102 Wireless Access Point To deploy the WAG102 Wireless Access Point: 1. The best location is NETGEAR-11a. Lift the antenna on your network. The SSID of all the mobile...
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... 2-3 on page 2-6. Open a Web browser such as shown in to the wireless access point to the WAG102 should automatically find the WAG102 Wireless Access Point and display the home screen, as Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. 2. Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 2-11 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Logging In Using the Default IP Address After...
... 2-3 on page 2-6. Open a Web browser such as shown in to the wireless access point to the WAG102 should automatically find the WAG102 Wireless Access Point and display the home screen, as Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. 2. Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 2-11 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Logging In Using the Default IP Address After...