TRENDnet TEW-310APBX manual TRENDware Wireless Family of LAN products include

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TRENDware Wireless Family of LAN products include:

Standards - Based Technology Network Expansion - Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires cannot go.

Installation Considerations Reduced Cost-of-Ownership- While the initial investment required for Wireless LAN hardware might be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle costs will be significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environments requiring frequent moves, adds, and changes.

Manual background Scalability - Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that allow roaming over a broad area.

TRENDware Wireless Family of LAN products include:

Manual background 2.4GHz Wireless LAN PCI Network Adapter (TEW-301PC)

Manual background 2.4GHz Witrless LAN CompactFlash Network Adapter (TEW-302CF)

Manual background 2.4GHz Wireless LAN PCI Adapter (TEW-303PI)

Manual background 2.4GHz Wireless LAN USB Network Adapter (TEW-304UB)

Manual background Wireless Access Point + Wireless Bridge (TEW-310APB)

Manual background Wireless Internet Router/Access Point (TEW-311BRP)

Standards - Based Technology

The IEEE802.11b standard-based technology assures that the TRENDware Products are interoperable with existing compatible 2.4GHz wireless technology. This means you will be able to transfer large files quickly or even watch a movie in MPEG format over your network without noticeable delays. The technology works by using multiple frequencies in the 2.4GHz range at speeds up to 22Mbps. TRENDware products will automatically sense the best possible connection speed to ensure the greatest speed and range possible with the technology.

Installation Considerations

Designed to go up to 1,312 feet (400 meters) outdoors and up to 328 feet (100 meters) indoors, the TRENDware TEW-310APB lets you access your network

with your laptop computer from virtually anywhere. Keep in mind, However,that the number, thickness, and location of walls, ceilings or other

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Contents 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point + Bridge TEW-310APB TEW-310APBXUsers Guide 1.Package Contents CONTENTS3.Wireless Basics 5.Using the Configuration Utility2 Locate antenna connectors Replacing the antenna with high gain antenna1 Locate the two antennas inside the boxContents 1. Package ContentsSystem Requirements If any of the above items are missing, please contact your resellerConnections 2. IntroductionFeatures and Benefits LED Indicators 3. Wireless Basics TRENDware Wireless Family of LAN products include Installation ConsiderationsStandards - Based Technology objects that the wireless signal must pass thru may limit range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and any background RF radio frequency noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing range is to follow these basic guidelines 4. Getting Started please remember that the IP Address for each computer must be inIP ADDRESS Setting Up an Infrastructure Network 5. Using the Configuration Menu Factory Default Setting for the TEW-310APBConfiguration Menu Status Screen with Menu Bar AP name SSID Channel WEP Key Mode Basic SettingsIP Settings Automatically . Or you canSubnet Mask , and Gateway by AP Mode Advanced SettingsAuthentication Type 802.1X SecurityTools Note Please do not interrupt the firmware upgrade processBased on Windows XP Operating System 6. TroubleshootingGateway Address ∙ Select the Hardware Tab ∙ Click Device Manager ∙ Click PropertiesCardbus Adapter Adapters∙ Right-click on 22M Wireless ∙ Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly4. Resetting the TEW-310APB to Factory Default Settings Select Set up a home or small office network Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP7. Networking Basics Microsoft Windows XP Go to Start Control Panel Network ConnectionsClick Next Please follow all the instructions in this windowEnter a Computer description and a Computer name Workgroup nameClick Next Note Each computer should have a unique Computer name Please wait while the wizard applies the changes When the changes are complete, click NextFormat the disk if you wish, and click Next Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive APlease wait while the wizard copies the files Page In Windows XP Naming your ComputerChecking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Go to Start All Programs Accessories Command PromptAddress Type Command and click OKAssigning a Static IP Address Control PanelNetwork Connections Connections ∙ Click Properties ∙ Right-click on Local Area∙ Highlight Internet Protocol TCP/IP You have completed the assignment of a Static IP Address ∙ Input your DNS server address only if you plan to use the InternetNetwork Connection Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XPInternet Protocol TCP/IP click Properties ∙ Select Obtain an IP addressConnecting to a Wireless Network in Windows ∙ IP address ∙ Subnet maskProperties select Internet Protocol TCP/IP click Properties Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using a DHCP server in Windows ∙ Go to Start Settings Control Panel Double-click Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Me andselect Internet Protocol TCP/IP click Properties ∙ Select Detect connection to network mediaChecking the Wireless Connection by Pinging ∙ Select Specify an IP addressFor Windows XP and For Windows Me and Shared Documents folder and Sharing files and folders in the Help andFile and Printer Sharing Diagnostic LED 8. Technical SpecificationsStandards PortsWeight DimensionsTemperature HumidityTRENDware Technical Support over the Telephone Tel +1-310-891-1100 9. Contacting Technical SupportTRENDware Technical Support E-mailAddress E-mail support@trendware.com