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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Wireless Settings Information Form 2-15 Configuring WEP Wireless Security 2-16 Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security 2-17 Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security 2-18 Configuring WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security 2-18 Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address 2-19 Chapter 3 Management Viewing General Information 3-1 Viewing a List of Attached Devices 3-2 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software 3-3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Defaults 3-4 Rebooting the...
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Wireless Settings Information Form 2-15 Configuring WEP Wireless Security 2-16 Configuring WPA-PSK Wireless Security 2-17 Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security 2-18 Configuring WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security 2-18 Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address 2-19 Chapter 3 Management Viewing General Information 3-1 Viewing a List of Attached Devices 3-2 Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software 3-3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Defaults 3-4 Rebooting the...
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A login window will display showing the current default settings and status of the wireless access point. Click OK. These settings are read only. Enter admin for your User Name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. Figure 2-2 4. Figure 2-3 2-4 v1.0, August 2006 Installation and Configuration NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. The Information screen will display.
A login window will display showing the current default settings and status of the wireless access point. Click OK. These settings are read only. Enter admin for your User Name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. Figure 2-2 4. Figure 2-3 2-4 v1.0, August 2006 Installation and Configuration NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. The Information screen will display.
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... browser version 4.78 or above or Mozilla Firefox. NetBIOS Name Login The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can connect to the WG602v3 by using the default IP address: 1. Enter the NetBIOS name of the WG602v3's MAC address (for "IP Address Login" on page 2-4. If the...using to connect to connect via its default IP address. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. When prompted enter the default User Name admin and default Password password into the login window and click OK. To connect using its default NetBIOS name or its NetBIOS name unless ...
... browser version 4.78 or above or Mozilla Firefox. NetBIOS Name Login The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can connect to the WG602v3 by using the default IP address: 1. Enter the NetBIOS name of the WG602v3's MAC address (for "IP Address Login" on page 2-4. If the...using to connect to connect via its default IP address. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. When prompted enter the default User Name admin and default Password password into the login window and click OK. To connect using its default NetBIOS name or its NetBIOS name unless ...
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When prompted enter the default User Name admin and default Password password into the browser window (you have entered your User Name and Password, your Web browser should automatically find the Wireless AP and display the home page, as shown in Figure 2-3 on page 2-4. Enter the NetBIOS name of the WG602v3 into the login window and click OK. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. Figure 2-9 Once you do not need to include "www" or "http://"). NETGEAR123456 Figure 2-8 4. Installation and Configuration v1.0, August 2006 2-11
When prompted enter the default User Name admin and default Password password into the browser window (you have entered your User Name and Password, your Web browser should automatically find the Wireless AP and display the home page, as shown in Figure 2-3 on page 2-4. Enter the NetBIOS name of the WG602v3 into the login window and click OK. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual 3. Figure 2-9 Once you do not need to include "www" or "http://"). NETGEAR123456 Figure 2-8 4. Installation and Configuration v1.0, August 2006 2-11
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...do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. By default, the Encryption Type will display TKIP. Reconfigure your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions on the client. ...In the Password Phrase field, enter a word or group of 8-63 printable characters. 4. Click Apply to configure WPA settings, you will display. 2. Click Apply to make any further changes. From the Security Type pull-down menu, select WPA-PSK. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual...
...do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. By default, the Encryption Type will display TKIP. Reconfigure your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions on the client. ...In the Password Phrase field, enter a word or group of 8-63 printable characters. 4. Click Apply to configure WPA settings, you will display. 2. Click Apply to make any further changes. From the Security Type pull-down menu, select WPA-PSK. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual...
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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Not all wireless adapters support WPA/WPA2. Make sure your client card supports WPA/WPA2. From the Security Type pull-down menu, select WPA2-PSK. Consult the product document for your wireless adapter to match the new settings or access the wireless access point from a wired PC to configure WPA settings...
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Configuring WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Not all wireless adapters support WPA/WPA2. Make sure your client card supports WPA/WPA2. From the Security Type pull-down menu, select WPA2-PSK. Consult the product document for your wireless adapter to match the new settings or access the wireless access point from a wired PC to configure WPA settings...
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By default, the Encryption Type will be disconnected when you click Apply. Note: If you use a wireless PC to make any further changes. Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address The Access Control screen lets you select Turn Access Control On,... the WG602v3 from a wireless PC whose MAC address is on the access control list to save your wireless connection will display TKIP and AES. In the Password Phrase field, enter a word or group of specified stations through the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual...
By default, the Encryption Type will be disconnected when you click Apply. Note: If you use a wireless PC to make any further changes. Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address The Access Control screen lets you select Turn Access Control On,... the WG602v3 from a wireless PC whose MAC address is on the access control list to save your wireless connection will display TKIP and AES. In the Password Phrase field, enter a word or group of specified stations through the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual...
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... using its current settings To reboot the wireless access point: 1. To clear all factory settings. Check the Yes radio box, and then click Apply. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Rebooting the Wireless AP The Reboot option restarts the wireless access point using the Restore Factory Default function, which restores all data and restore the factory default values: 1. When held down for use...
... using its current settings To reboot the wireless access point: 1. To clear all factory settings. Check the Yes radio box, and then click Apply. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Rebooting the Wireless AP The Reboot option restarts the wireless access point using the Restore Factory Default function, which restores all data and restore the factory default values: 1. When held down for use...
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... you can check the Yes radio box and click Apply to a more secure password. Enter a new password in the Repeat New Password field. 3. However, if you should forget your password, you change this password to restore the default password. 3-6 Management v1.0, August 2006 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. and then reenter the password in the Set...
... you can check the Yes radio box and click Apply to a more secure password. Enter a new password in the Repeat New Password field. 3. However, if you should forget your password, you change this password to restore the default password. 3-6 Management v1.0, August 2006 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. and then reenter the password in the Set...
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...Access Point Default Configuration Settings Feature AP Login User Login URL User Name (case sensitive) Login Password (case sensitive) Access Point Name Ethernet Connection Ethernet MAC Address Port Speed Local Network (LAN) Lan IP Subnet Mask DHCP Client Wireless Description 192.168.0.227 admin password NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the WG602v3... approximately 5 seconds (until the TEST LED blinks rapidly). Appendix A Default Configuration and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings You can use the reset button located on the front of your device ...
...Access Point Default Configuration Settings Feature AP Login User Login URL User Name (case sensitive) Login Password (case sensitive) Access Point Name Ethernet Connection Ethernet MAC Address Port Speed Local Network (LAN) Lan IP Subnet Mask DHCP Client Wireless Description 192.168.0.227 admin password NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the WG602v3... approximately 5 seconds (until the TEST LED blinks rapidly). Appendix A Default Configuration and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings You can use the reset button located on the front of your device ...
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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Reference Manual Password default 2-4 password changing 3-6 Placement 2-1 placement guidelines 2-1 Point-to-Point Bridging about 4-1 Point-to-point bridging 4-1 point-to-point bridging configuring 4-2 example of 4-3 Preamble Type 4-14 R Range 2-1 range guidelines 2-1 Reboot 5-3 reboot 3-5 rebooting 3-4 Repeater with Wireless Client Association 4-1, 4-7 configuration of 4-7 example 4-8 reserved IP address 2-9 Reset 5-3 Reset Button Factory Defaults, restore 3-5 reboot 3-5 Reset button how used 1-6 location of 1-6 restore factory defaults 3-5 ...
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... the Wireless Access Point Software 4-3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Default Options 4-5 Restoring the WG602v3 to the Factory Default Settings 4-5 Using the Reset Button to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults 4-5 Changing the Administrator Password 4-6 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-1 Configuring Wireless Distribution System Links 5-2 How to Configure Wireless Bridge Links 5-2 How to Configure a WG602v3 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-4 How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point...
... the Wireless Access Point Software 4-3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Default Options 4-5 Restoring the WG602v3 to the Factory Default Settings 4-5 Using the Reset Button to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults 4-5 Changing the Administrator Password 4-6 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-1 Configuring Wireless Distribution System Links 5-2 How to Configure Wireless Bridge Links 5-2 How to Configure a WG602v3 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-4 How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point...
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The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is 5 Channels (for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which your PCs will be set as shown below. To restore these defaults, see "WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on both your WG602v3, the default factory settings will operate. • In an elevated location...
The recommended Channel spacing between adjacent access points is 5 Channels (for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which your PCs will be set as shown below. To restore these defaults, see "WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on both your WG602v3, the default factory settings will operate. • In an elevated location...
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... the wireless interface for the password, both in to your network. The power, LAN, and wireless lights and 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 , you can now reconfigure the PC you used in step 1 back to the WG602v3 The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can...
... the wireless interface for the password, both in to your network. The power, LAN, and wireless lights and 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 , you can now reconfigure the PC you used in step 1 back to the WG602v3 The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can...
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.... 3. Open a Web browser such as using its default address of the WG602v3 is also set, by entering its default IP address. The procedures for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 • Using the NetBIOS name of http://192.168.0.227 into your browser. 4. Connect to the WG602v3 by default, to the WG602v3 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name" on page 3-9 or the procedure...
.... 3. Open a Web browser such as using its default address of the WG602v3 is also set, by entering its default IP address. The procedures for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 • Using the NetBIOS name of http://192.168.0.227 into your browser. 4. Connect to the WG602v3 by default, to the WG602v3 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name" on page 3-9 or the procedure...
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... one shown below opens: Figure 3-7: Login window Enter the default user name of admin and the default password of the main menu. Figure 3-8: Basic IP Settings page • Access Point Name (NetBIOS) You can change the access point name after the initial configuration. Use this page to save ...the Basic IP Settings Options The IP Settings page is under the Setup heading of password. Reference Manual for the wireless access point and click Apply to configure DHCP, static IP, and the access point NetBIOS name. Enter a new name for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 4.
... one shown below opens: Figure 3-7: Login window Enter the default user name of admin and the default password of the main menu. Figure 3-8: Basic IP Settings page • Access Point Name (NetBIOS) You can change the access point name after the initial configuration. Use this page to save ...the Basic IP Settings Options The IP Settings page is under the Setup heading of password. Reference Manual for the wireless access point and click Apply to configure DHCP, static IP, and the access point NetBIOS name. Enter a new name for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 4.
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...password or IP address, you must use . This button can be used to clear all data and restore all data and restore the factory default values: 1. From the Management section of the wireless access point (see "WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on page 2-6). To clear all settings to NETGEAR...when there is no DHCP server, and the NetBIOS name is ready for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Default Options The Reboot option restarts the access point. Select Yes, then click Apply to press the Reset button in for example NETGEAR123456...
...password or IP address, you must use . This button can be used to clear all data and restore all data and restore the factory default values: 1. From the Management section of the wireless access point (see "WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on page 2-6). To clear all settings to NETGEAR...when there is no DHCP server, and the NetBIOS name is ready for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Default Options The Reboot option restarts the access point. Select Yes, then click Apply to press the Reset button in for example NETGEAR123456...
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Figure 4-4: Set Password page To change the administrator login name. You cannot change the password, first enter the old password, and then enter the new password twice. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. Click Apply to a more secure password. Change this password to save your change. 4-6 Management 202-10060-02, February 2005 From the main menu of the browser interface, under the Management heading, click Change Password to bring up the page shown below.
Figure 4-4: Set Password page To change the administrator login name. You cannot change the password, first enter the old password, and then enter the new password twice. Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. Click Apply to a more secure password. Change this password to save your change. 4-6 Management 202-10060-02, February 2005 From the main menu of the browser interface, under the Management heading, click Change Password to bring up the page shown below.