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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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... • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for this user guide. 3 M-10181-03 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Tested to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
... • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for this user guide. 3 M-10181-03 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 Tested to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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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.
... 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.
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.../68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. The equipment was performed according to the following equipment: 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 0984 !
.../68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. The equipment was performed according to the following equipment: 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 0984 !
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... 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...
... 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...
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... Defaults 4-5 Changing the Administrator Password 4-6 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Configuring Wireless Bridge or Repeater Links 5-1 How to Select the 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...
... Defaults 4-5 Changing the Administrator Password 4-6 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration Configuring Wireless Bridge or Repeater Links 5-1 How to Select the 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...
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...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 Security B-8 How Does WPA Compare to WEP B-9 How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i B-10 What are the Key ... B-14 Is WPA Perfect? ...B-16 Product Support for WPA B-16 Supporting a Mixture 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 Appendix C Network, Routing, Firewall, and Cabling Basics Basic Router Concepts B-1 What is ...
...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 Security B-8 How Does WPA Compare to WEP B-9 How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i B-10 What are the Key ... B-14 Is WPA Perfect? ...B-16 Product Support for WPA B-16 Supporting a Mixture 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 Appendix C Network, Routing, Firewall, and Cabling Basics Basic Router Concepts B-1 What is ...
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Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR Web site. Named keys in text are available on the Resource CD for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 About This Manual This chapter introduces the conventions and features of ... formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this document. Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/main.asp. However, tutorial information is written according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual is provided in square ...
Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 (SW-10033-03), and on the NETGEAR Web site. Named keys in text are available on the Resource CD for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 About This Manual This chapter introduces the conventions and features of ... formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this document. Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/main.asp. However, tutorial information is written according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual is provided in square ...
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... button on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper an printer ink by selecting this feature. 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 print the currently displayed topic.
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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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... based on page 2-3. The auto-sensing capability of coverage, interacting with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS). • WEP support. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2. The WG602 v2 Access Point complies with a wireless network interface card (NIC) via an antenna.
... based on page 2-3. The auto-sensing capability of coverage, interacting with the IEEE 802.11g (DSSS). • WEP support. Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2. The WG602 v2 Access Point complies with a wireless network interface card (NIC) via an antenna.
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... existing Windows network. Key Features The WG602 v2 provides solid functionality, including these features: • Wireless Access Point. The Access Control MAC Address filtering feature can ensure that only trusted wireless stations can be upgraded remotely. • Access Control. Operates as a point-to change. • Hidden Mode. Firmware is not broadcast, assuring only clients configured with the...
... existing Windows network. Key Features The WG602 v2 provides solid functionality, including these features: • Wireless Access Point. The Access Control MAC Address filtering feature can ensure that only trusted wireless stations can be upgraded remotely. • Access Control. Operates as a point-to change. • Hidden Mode. Firmware is not broadcast, assuring only clients configured with the...
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... 'uplink' connection such as Auto Uplink will then configure itself to a switch or hub. The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. That port will accommodate either type of cable to a standard Ethernet network. Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. The LAN interface is autosensing and...
... 'uplink' connection such as Auto Uplink will then configure itself to a switch or hub. The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. That port will accommodate either type of cable to a standard Ethernet network. Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products For a list of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. The LAN interface is autosensing and...
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...or customer support in your area if there are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. 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 above • At... if you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. 2-4 Introduction M-10181-03 To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you need to the Support Information Card for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point (M-10181-03)-this manual - Animated...
...or customer support in your area if there are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. 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 above • At... if you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. 2-4 Introduction M-10181-03 To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you need to the Support Information Card for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point (M-10181-03)-this manual - Animated...
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... detected. 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. Power Ethernet Wireless Figure 2-1: WG602 v2 front panel The following table explains the LED indicators: LED...
... detected. 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. Power Ethernet Wireless Figure 2-1: WG602 v2 front panel The following table explains the LED indicators: LED...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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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...chapter. Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 for others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to your needs. The operating distance or...enable computers with properly configured 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters. The WG602 v2 Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WG602 v2. Observing Placement and Range ...
...chapter. Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602 v2 for others outside your area to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to your needs. The operating distance or...enable computers with properly configured 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters. The WG602 v2 Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the WG602 v2. Observing Placement and Range ...
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.... FEATURE User Name (case sensitive) Password (case sensitive) Access Point Name DHCP IP Configuration if DHCP server is 5 Channels (for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which ...such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from sources 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 11 Disabled Auto Basic Installation and Configuration 3-2 M-10181-03
.... FEATURE User Name (case sensitive) Password (case sensitive) Access Point Name DHCP IP Configuration if DHCP server is 5 Channels (for the WG602 v2 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point For best results, place your wireless access point: • Near the center of the area in which ...such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. • Away from sources 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 11 Disabled Auto Basic Installation and Configuration 3-2 M-10181-03