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..., Scope, Conventions, and Formats xiii How to Use This Manual xiv How to Print this Manual xiv Chapter 1 Introduction About the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point 1-1 Key Features and Standards 1-2 Supported Standards and Conventions 1-2 Key Features ...1-2 802.11g 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 Package Contents ...1-5 Hardware Description ...1-6 Chapter 2 Basic...
..., Scope, Conventions, and Formats xiii How to Use This Manual xiv How to Print this Manual xiv Chapter 1 Introduction About the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point 1-1 Key Features and Standards 1-2 Supported Standards and Conventions 1-2 Key Features ...1-2 802.11g 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 Package Contents ...1-5 Hardware Description ...1-6 Chapter 2 Basic...
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..., IP addresses • Formats.This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point. About This Manual The NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual describes how to highlight information of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment.
..., IP addresses • Formats.This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point. About This Manual The NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual describes how to highlight information of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the equipment.
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....asp. Use the Print button on the browser toolbar to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point April 2006 Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. The Acrobat Reader is dedicated to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at http://www.adobe...
....asp. Use the Print button on the browser toolbar to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point April 2006 Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. The Acrobat Reader is dedicated to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at http://www.adobe...
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... a single sheet of the chapter you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature • Printing the Full Manual. Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of the complete manual opens in the manual. The PDF version of any page in a browser window. - Click the Complete PDF... sheet of paper, you were viewing opens in the chapter you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in a browser window. - NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference...
... a single sheet of the chapter you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature • Printing the Full Manual. Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of the complete manual opens in the manual. The PDF version of any page in a browser window. - Click the Complete PDF... sheet of paper, you were viewing opens in the chapter you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in a browser window. - NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference...
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NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual xvi v4.0, April 2006
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... Conventions The following standards and conventions are configured through software rather than hardware, which makes them extremely flexible. Support for multiple BSSIDs. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Key Features and Standards The ProSafe 802.11g is included. 64-bit, 128-bit, and 152-bit keys are supported. • Full WPA and WPA2 support. It also offers...
... Conventions The following standards and conventions are configured through software rather than hardware, which makes them extremely flexible. Support for multiple BSSIDs. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Key Features and Standards The ProSafe 802.11g is included. 64-bit, 128-bit, and 152-bit keys are supported. • Full WPA and WPA2 support. It also offers...
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... in the fields provided. You can allow all traffic to function correctly, wireless clients must be upgraded easily, using this traffic. - WMM allows wireless traffic to change. • Hidden Mode. For enhanced security, you specify. • Upgradeable Firmware. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual - Select this only if this half-duplex mode, the WG302 only communicates...
... in the fields provided. You can allow all traffic to function correctly, wireless clients must be upgraded easily, using this traffic. - WMM allows wireless traffic to change. • Hidden Mode. For enhanced security, you specify. • Upgradeable Firmware. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual - Select this only if this half-duplex mode, the WG302 only communicates...
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NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual • Power over Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch. • Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink The WG302 can be supplied to the correct configuration. Power, test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity are easily identified. • VLAN Security Profiles. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired LANs and 802.11g compatible wireless LAN networks...
NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual • Power over Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch. • Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink The WG302 can be supplied to the correct configuration. Power, test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity are easily identified. • VLAN Security Profiles. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired LANs and 802.11g compatible wireless LAN networks...
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... Explorer 6.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above • At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b- NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list of compatible products from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net).
... Explorer 6.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above • At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed • 802.11b- NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list of compatible products from other manufacturers, see the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance Web site (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net).
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... or damaged parts. Self Test Indicator Indicates self test, loading software, or system fault (if continues). NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual • Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable WG302 802.11g ProSafe Wireless Access Point Installation Guide • Resource CD which includes this manual. • Support Registration card Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if there are described...
... or damaged parts. Self Test Indicator Indicates self test, loading software, or system fault (if continues). NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual • Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable WG302 802.11g ProSafe Wireless Access Point Installation Guide • Resource CD which includes this manual. • Support Registration card Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if there are described...
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... serial port for serial DTE connections. 4. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Number LED Activity DESCRIPTION 3 Local Link/Act LAN Ethernet LAN Link Activity Indicator Port Off Indicates no wireless link activity. On (Green) Wireless link activity. RJ-45 Ethernet Port Introduction ... Port Off Indicates 10 Mbps Ethernet link detected On (Green) 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected. 5 Wireless 802.11gWLAN Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator Off Indicates no Ethernet link detected. Left and Right Detachable Antenna The WG302 provides...
... serial port for serial DTE connections. 4. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Number LED Activity DESCRIPTION 3 Local Link/Act LAN Ethernet LAN Link Activity Indicator Port Off Indicates no wireless link activity. On (Green) Wireless link activity. RJ-45 Ethernet Port Introduction ... Port Off Indicates 10 Mbps Ethernet link detected On (Green) 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected. 5 Wireless 802.11gWLAN Wireless LAN Link Activity Indicator Off Indicates no Ethernet link detected. Left and Right Detachable Antenna The WG302 provides...
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Power Socket This socket connects to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or POE switch. 5. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Use the WG302 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to the WG302 12V 1.2A power adapter. 1-8 Introduction v4.0, April 2006
Power Socket This socket connects to an Ethernet LAN through a device such as a hub, switch, router, or POE switch. 5. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Use the WG302 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to the WG302 12V 1.2A power adapter. 1-8 Introduction v4.0, April 2006
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... rear panel-see Figure 1-1 on page 1-6.To restore your security settings and placement. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Note: Failure to follow these defaults with RJ-45 connectors. For complete performance specifications, see Appendix A, "Factory Defaults and...
... rear panel-see Figure 1-1 on page 1-6.To restore your security settings and placement. The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is better if adjacent access points use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11). NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Note: Failure to follow these defaults with RJ-45 connectors. For complete performance specifications, see Appendix A, "Factory Defaults and...
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... WPA make it virtually impossible to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like wireless sniffers. • Use WEP. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Understanding WG302 Wireless Security Options Your wireless data transmissions can be limited. This nullifies the wireless network "discovery" feature of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). The very strong authentication along with a compatible adapter. You can...
... WPA make it virtually impossible to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like wireless sniffers. • Use WEP. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Understanding WG302 Wireless Security Options Your wireless data transmissions can be limited. This nullifies the wireless network "discovery" feature of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). The very strong authentication along with a compatible adapter. You can...
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... connectivity. 1. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for LAN access: 1. You will open: 2. In order for this computer is no activity for the Subnet Mask. 3. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Installing the ProSafe 802.11g Before installing the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point , you should make sure that your Ethernet network is lit when connected to the computer...
... connectivity. 1. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for LAN access: 1. You will open: 2. In order for this computer is no activity for the Subnet Mask. 3. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Installing the ProSafe 802.11g Before installing the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point , you should make sure that your Ethernet network is lit when connected to the computer...
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Click Login Now. Figure 2-2. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v4.0, April 2006 The Web browser displays the WG302 main menu and General page. Figure 2-1.WG302 Login and General settings screen 3. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual .
Click Login Now. Figure 2-2. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-5 v4.0, April 2006 The Web browser displays the WG302 main menu and General page. Figure 2-1.WG302 Login and General settings screen 3. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual .
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NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual • Select the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the wireless access point. • Click Logout to view the Basic Settings menu and configure the settings appropriate for your LAN support the VLAN 802.1Q standard. Figure 2-3. 6. Enable 802.1Q VLAN, if required. (This option...
NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual • Select the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the wireless access point. • Click Logout to view the Basic Settings menu and configure the settings appropriate for your LAN support the VLAN 802.1Q standard. Figure 2-3. 6. Enable 802.1Q VLAN, if required. (This option...
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... steps, you will deploy it where you are vertical. Lift the antenna on the top of a cubicle, at the center of World United States Figure 2-4. 7. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Rest of your router, switch, or hub. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-7 v4.0, April 2006
... steps, you will deploy it where you are vertical. Lift the antenna on the top of a cubicle, at the center of World United States Figure 2-4. 7. NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Rest of your router, switch, or hub. Basic Installation and Configuration 2-7 v4.0, April 2006
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NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Note: By default, WG302 is set , by default, with the DHCP client disabled. The default access point name is netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxx represents the last 6 bytes of 255.255.255.0. 1. Note: If you are using a browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape ...
NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual Note: By default, WG302 is set , by default, with the DHCP client disabled. The default access point name is netgearxxxxxx, where xxxxxx represents the last 6 bytes of 255.255.255.0. 1. Note: If you are using a browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape ...
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NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual 3. Click Login now. With the exception of selecting the correct Country/Region, most cases. However, if your wireless access point is part of a more complex LAN network, then modify your settings to log in Figure 2-2 on this screen. Click Basic Settings under Setup in most ...
NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access Point WG302 Reference Manual 3. Click Login now. With the exception of selecting the correct Country/Region, most cases. However, if your wireless access point is part of a more complex LAN network, then modify your settings to log in Figure 2-2 on this screen. Click Basic Settings under Setup in most ...