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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR M-10181-03 March 2004 M-10181-03
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR M-10181-03 March 2004 M-10181-03
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... must not be co-located with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna used for help. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Tested to radio communications. To comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Warning! This device should not be co-located or operating...
... must not be co-located with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna used for help. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Tested to radio communications. To comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Warning! This device should not be co-located or operating...
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... the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite and Radar Systems. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique del la classe B respect les exigences du Regalement sur le material...
... the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite and Radar Systems. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus (54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2) meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique del la classe B respect les exigences du Regalement sur le material...
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... to comply with the requirements set out in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. is herewith confirmed to the following equipment: 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 0984 ! The test was passed.
... to comply with the requirements set out in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. is herewith confirmed to the following equipment: 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 0984 ! The test was passed.
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... to Print this Manual 1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 2-1 Support for Standards 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking 2-2 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-3 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 2-3 System Requirements ...2-3 What's In the Box? ...2-4 Hardware Description ...2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Front Panel 2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel 2-6 Power Socket ...2-6 Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults...
... to Print this Manual 1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 2-1 Support for Standards 2-1 Key Features ...2-2 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking 2-2 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-3 Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products 2-3 System Requirements ...2-3 What's In the Box? ...2-4 Hardware Description ...2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Front Panel 2-5 WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel 2-6 Power Socket ...2-6 Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults...
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... Wireless Bridging Access Point Mode 5-2 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-3 How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point Bridging 5-4 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Repeater 5-6 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...6-1 No lights are lit on the access point 6-1 The Ethernet LAN light is not lit 6-1 The Wireless LAN activity light is not lit 6-2 I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser 6-2 I cannot access...
... Wireless Bridging Access Point Mode 5-2 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Point-to-Point Bridge 5-3 How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point Bridging 5-4 How to Configure a WG602 v2 as a Repeater 5-6 Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings 5-7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ...6-1 No lights are lit on the access point 6-1 The Ethernet LAN light is not lit 6-1 The Wireless LAN activity light is not lit 6-2 I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser 6-2 I cannot access...
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...WG602 v2 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Wireless Channels B-2 WEP Wireless Security B-4 WEP Authentication B-4 WEP Open System Authentication B-5 WEP Shared Key Authentication B-6 Key Size and Configuration B-7 How to Use WEP Parameters B-8 WPA Wireless...of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients B-16 Changes to Wireless Access Points B-16 Changes to Wireless Network Adapters B-17 Changes to Wireless Client Programs B-18 ...
...WG602 v2 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Wireless Channels B-2 WEP Wireless Security B-4 WEP Authentication B-4 WEP Open System Authentication B-5 WEP Shared Key Authentication B-6 Key Size and Configuration B-7 How to Use WEP Parameters B-8 WPA Wireless...of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients B-16 Changes to Wireless Access Points B-16 Changes to Wireless Network Adapters B-17 Changes to Wireless Client Programs B-18 ...
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...: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this document. Named keys in text are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR Web site. This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Manual Specifications Firmware Version Manual Part Number Manual...
...: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this document. Named keys in text are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR Web site. This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Manual Specifications Firmware Version Manual Part Number Manual...
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... displayed will send the entire procedure to your printer--you must have to navigate, print pages, and more. Left pane. Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to a PDF file containing just the currently selected chapter of the manual. 1-2 About This Manual M-10181-03 Use the left pane to view...
... displayed will send the entire procedure to your printer--you must have to navigate, print pages, and more. Left pane. Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to a PDF file containing just the currently selected chapter of the manual. 1-2 About This Manual M-10181-03 Use the left pane to view...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this manual you man choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a "How ...
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point How to Print this Manual To print this manual you man choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a "How ...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point 1-4 About This Manual M-10181-03
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point 1-4 About This Manual M-10181-03
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... building block of several hundred feet. Both 64-bit and 128-bit keys are supported: • Standards Compliant. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2. Typically, an in "System Requirements" on a pre-shared key. • Dynamic WEP key Support. Fixed or Dynamic WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys can act...
... building block of several hundred feet. Both 64-bit and 128-bit keys are supported: • Standards Compliant. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2. Typically, an in "System Requirements" on a pre-shared key. • Dynamic WEP key Support. Fixed or Dynamic WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys can act...
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... your LAN. • Simple Configuration. Support for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • NetBIOS & WINS Support. Key Features The WG602 v2 provides solid functionality, including these features: • Wireless Access Point. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easily identified. 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio...
... your LAN. • Simple Configuration. Support for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • NetBIOS & WINS Support. Key Features The WG602 v2 provides solid functionality, including these features: • Wireless Access Point. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easily identified. 802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 provides a bridge between Ethernet wired networks and radio...
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...; WGE101 802.11g Wireless Bridge • WG311 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter • WAG311 802.11a/g Wireless PCI Adapter System Requirements Before installing the WG602 v2, make the right connection. The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. This feature also eliminates any concerns about crossover cables, as to the correct configuration. Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list...
...; WGE101 802.11g Wireless Bridge • WG311 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter • WAG311 802.11a/g Wireless PCI Adapter System Requirements Before installing the WG602 v2, make the right connection. The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. This feature also eliminates any concerns about crossover cables, as to the correct configuration. Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list...
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... area. To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you need to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. 2-4 Introduction M-10181-03 Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or...
... area. To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you need to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. 2-4 Introduction M-10181-03 Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or...
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... Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity. Wireless link activity. Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Hardware Description The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 front and rear hardware functions are described below. WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Front Panel The WG602 v2 Access Point provides three status LEDs. Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. 10...
... Indicates no Ethernet link detected. 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet link detected, no activity. Wireless link activity. Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Hardware Description The 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 front and rear hardware functions are described below. WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Front Panel The WG602 v2 Access Point provides three status LEDs. Indicates data traffic on the 100Mbps Ethernet LAN. 10...
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...Ethernet RJ-45 connector and the power socket resets the WG602 v2 when pushed once or restores to the factory default settings when pushed and held for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel Power Reset & Restore Socket Button RJ-...45 Ethernet Detachable Port Antenna Figure 2-2: WG602 v2 rear panel Power Socket This socket connects to an Ethernet LAN ...
...Ethernet RJ-45 connector and the power socket resets the WG602 v2 when pushed once or restores to the factory default settings when pushed and held for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel Power Reset & Restore Socket Button RJ-...45 Ethernet Detachable Port Antenna Figure 2-2: WG602 v2 rear panel Power Socket This socket connects to an Ethernet LAN ...
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Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Introduction 2-7 M-10181-03
Reference Manual for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Introduction 2-7 M-10181-03
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... at ranges of several hundred feet or more computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to do such things as connect to your wireless access point: • A location for the WG602 v2 that conforms to the guidelines below. • A device such as a hub, ...Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 for wireless connectivity to the Internet, or access printers and files on the physical placement of the wireless access point. This basic configuration will enable computers with properly configured 802.11b or...
... at ranges of several hundred feet or more computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to do such things as connect to your wireless access point: • A location for the WG602 v2 that conforms to the guidelines below. • A device such as a hub, ...Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 for wireless connectivity to the Internet, or access printers and files on the physical placement of the wireless access point. This basic configuration will enable computers with properly configured 802.11b or...
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... your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which your WG602 v2, the default factory settings will operate. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.227 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Access Point NETGEAR Enabled...
... your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which your WG602 v2, the default factory settings will operate. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.227 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Access Point NETGEAR Enabled...