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... the European Community This device is found in the 5GHz Radio Configuration Window as described in conformance with this product to operate this device. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Magyar [Hungarian] Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. Polski [Polish] Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. Suomi [Finnish] NETGEAR Inc. vi v2.0, September 2006 izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu...
... the European Community This device is found in the 5GHz Radio Configuration Window as described in conformance with this product to operate this device. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Magyar [Hungarian] Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. Polski [Polish] Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. Suomi [Finnish] NETGEAR Inc. vi v2.0, September 2006 izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu...
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... 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 Panel ...1-8 Chapter 2 Basic Installation and Configuration Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines 2-2 Understanding WAG102 Wireless...
... 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 Panel ...1-8 Chapter 2 Basic Installation and Configuration Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines 2-2 Understanding WAG102 Wireless...
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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 SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form 2-23 802.11a Configuration 2-23 802.11b/g Configuration 2-24 Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings 2-25 Setting up a Security Profile 2-27 Configuring WEP 2-29...
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 SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form 2-23 802.11a Configuration 2-23 802.11b/g Configuration 2-24 Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings 2-25 Setting up a Security Profile 2-27 Configuring WEP 2-29...
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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 configure it 5-3 When...
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 configure it 5-3 When...
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... type of this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. About This Manual The NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102.The information in this manual are described in a malfunction or damage to the equipment. Conventions, Formats and...
... type of this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. About This Manual The NETGEAR® ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102.The information in this manual are described in a malfunction or damage to the equipment. Conventions, Formats and...
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.... • 802.1Q VLAN (Virtual Wireless LAN) Support. The Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID) is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key Features and Standards The WAG102 Wireless Access Point is included. 64-bit, 128-bit,.... A network of computers that differentiates one wireless access point is connected to a wired network and a set of security options. Supported Standards and Conventions The following standards and conventions are configured through software rather than hardware, which makes ...
.... • 802.1Q VLAN (Virtual Wireless LAN) Support. The Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID) is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key Features and Standards The WAG102 Wireless Access Point is included. 64-bit, 128-bit,.... A network of computers that differentiates one wireless access point is connected to a wired network and a set of security options. Supported Standards and Conventions The following standards and conventions are configured through software rather than hardware, which makes ...
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... you can connect. • Configuration Backup. Point-to change. • Hidden Mode. The other . Network Authentication should be used to -Multi-Point Bridge. The Access Control MAC address filtering feature can ensure that only trusted wireless stations can use the WAG102 to gain access to protect this traffic. - Introduction 1-3 v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key...
... you can connect. • Configuration Backup. Point-to change. • Hidden Mode. The other . Network Authentication should be used to -Multi-Point Bridge. The Access Control MAC address filtering feature can ensure that only trusted wireless stations can use the WAG102 to gain access to protect this traffic. - Introduction 1-3 v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Key...
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... of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. The Ethernet port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. The LAN interface is modified. 802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking The ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices. For WMM to...
... of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. The Ethernet port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. The LAN interface is modified. 802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking The ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices. For WMM to...
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... • A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above • At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b or 802.11g-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR WG511 Wireless Adapter Introduction 1-5 v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Compatible...
... • A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above • At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b or 802.11g-compliant devices, such as the NETGEAR WG511 Wireless Adapter Introduction 1-5 v2.0, September 2006 ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Compatible...
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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 others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your LAN. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs You need to prepare ...
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 others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your LAN. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs You need to prepare ...
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...and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). Putting the antenna in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WAG102....Channels (for example, use different radio frequency Channels to establish a wireless connection can take slightly longer 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 range of ...
...and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). Putting the antenna in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WAG102....Channels (for example, use different radio frequency Channels to establish a wireless connection can take slightly longer 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 range of ...
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... you can be limited. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-3 v2.0, September 2006 Because this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Understanding WAG102 Wireless Security Options Your wireless data transmissions can enhance the security of your wireless network: • Restrict Access Based on MAC address. The WAG102 Wireless Access Point provides highly effective security features, which...
... you can be limited. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-3 v2.0, September 2006 Because this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Understanding WAG102 Wireless Security Options Your wireless data transmissions can enhance the security of your wireless network: • Restrict Access Based on MAC address. The WAG102 Wireless Access Point provides highly effective security features, which...
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... a computer with computers on computer. • The WLAN LEDs should make sure that your network, record its TCP/IP configuration settings. 2. 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 192.168.0.210 and 255.255.255.0 for this computer is lit when connected...
... a computer with computers on computer. • The WLAN LEDs should make sure that your network, record its TCP/IP configuration settings. 2. 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 192.168.0.210 and 255.255.255.0 for this computer is lit when connected...
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Enter admin for the user name and password for LAN access: 1. Figure 2-2 Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v2.0, September 2006 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. Connect to the WAG102 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.232 in Figure 2-2.
Enter admin for the user name and password for LAN access: 1. Figure 2-2 Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v2.0, September 2006 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. Connect to the WAG102 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.232 in Figure 2-2.
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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 Click OK.
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...It may not be legal to that shown in the following diagram. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. Figure 2-4 5. The Basic Settings screen will display, similar to operate the wireless access point in a region other than one of the main menu. Select ...Basic Settings on left side of those identified in the United States, the Country/Region is preset and the field is displayed, select your country/region from the list (in this field Basic Installation and Configuration...
...It may not be legal to that shown in the following diagram. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 4. Figure 2-4 5. The Basic Settings screen will display, similar to operate the wireless access point in a region other than one of the main menu. Select ...Basic Settings on left side of those identified in the United States, the Country/Region is preset and the field is displayed, select your country/region from the list (in this field Basic Installation and Configuration...
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... 2-12 for most users and situations. (See the online help or "Configuring 802.11a Wireless Settings" on how to the documentation that router, you choose to enable the DHCP client in the DHCP server. If the LAN port of the MAC address. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 6. The default values are suitable for...
... 2-12 for most users and situations. (See the online help or "Configuring 802.11a Wireless Settings" on how to the documentation that router, you choose to enable the DHCP client in the DHCP server. If the LAN port of the MAC address. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) 6. The default values are suitable for...
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... network. Click Apply to its original TCP/IP settings. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Figure 2-5 4. See the online help or "Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings" on page 2-16. 6. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-9 v2.0, September 2006 From the main menu under Setup, select Wireless Settings 11b/g. The Wireless Settings 11b/g screen will display. 5. If needed, you used...
... network. Click Apply to its original TCP/IP settings. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Figure 2-5 4. See the online help or "Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings" on page 2-16. 6. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-9 v2.0, September 2006 From the main menu under Setup, select Wireless Settings 11b/g. The Wireless Settings 11b/g screen will display. 5. If needed, you used...
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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. Disconnect the WAG102 and position it where it will be deployed. Connect an Ethernet cable from your WAG102 Wireless Access Point to connect, see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting." 2-10 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 The default SSID for the 802.11b/g is NETGEAR-11a. The SSID of the Reference...
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. Disconnect the WAG102 and position it where it will be deployed. Connect an Ethernet cable from your WAG102 Wireless Access Point to connect, see Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting." 2-10 Basic Installation and Configuration v2.0, September 2006 The default SSID for the 802.11b/g is NETGEAR-11a. The SSID of the Reference...
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... address of 255.255.255.0. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in using to connect to configure the basic settings and the wireless settings. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Logging In Using the Default IP Address After you are using the default IP Address: 1. Your Web browser...
... address of 255.255.255.0. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in using to connect to configure the basic settings and the wireless settings. ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual (802.11a/g) Logging In Using the Default IP Address After you are using the default IP Address: 1. Your Web browser...