SMC Networks SMC2870W manual Applications, Video Game Systems, Frequently changing environments

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HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

Applications

EZ Connect wireless products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as:

Video Game Systems

Provides wireless Internet access for users of video game systems such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation II

Remote access to corporate network information Email, file transfer, and terminal emulation

Difficult-to-wire environments

Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ

Frequently changing environments

Retailers, manufacturers, and banks which frequently rearrange the workplace or change locations

Temporary LANs for special projects or peak periods Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need a temporary setup. Retailers, airline, and shipping companies that need additional workstations for peak periods. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites

Access to databases for mobile workers

Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-collar workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store, in an office, or on a campus

SOHO users

SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation of a small computer network

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Contents Page Page Page Copyright TrademarksFCC Class B CompliancesFCC Radiation Exposure Statement Industry Canada Class B EC Declaration of ConformityIii English Safety Compliance Underwriters Laboratories Compliance StatementWichtige Sicherheitshinweise Germany Table of Contents Troubleshooting Specifications Terminology Network Configuration and PlanningWeb Management Wireless Ethernet Bridge IntroductionPackage Checklist Hardware Description Rear PanelApplications Video Game SystemsFrequently changing environments Soho usersLED Indicators Front PanelSystem Requirements Hardware Installation System Configuration EZ Installation Wizard Using IpconfigUtility Installation and Configuration Using the Configuration Utility Utility Configuration Operation ModeNetwork Settings Menu DescriptionWireless Settings SsidSecurity 802.1x mode WEP Encryption Type Utility Installation and Configuration WPA-PSK Encryption Type WPA-802.1X Encryption Type Setting Information Utility Installation and Configuration Configuring Your IP Address WindowsRight-click your Local Area Connection and click Properties Windows Windows XP Click Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click Properties Configuring Your IP Address Browser Configuration Disable Proxy ConnectionWEB Management Internet Explorer 5.5 or above in Microsoft WindowsMaking Configuration Changes Navigating the Web Browser InterfaceNavigating the WEB Browser Interface Password Settings SystemOperation Mode LAN Wireless SettingsWhich determine the number of channels that are available WEP Configuration Bit Manual Entry WPA Configuration Type 8~63 Hex characters for the Pre-Shared Passphrase Navigating the WEB Browser Interface Client List MAC Address Filtering Configuration Tools ToolsFirmware Upgrade Reset Status Ad Hoc Wireless LAN Network TopologiesInfrastructure Wireless LAN Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs Wireless LAN with Internet Access Troubleshooting Maximum Distance Table Important NoticeSpecifications Sensitivity Modulation Rate Weight Power SupplyPower Consumption Physical SizeTemperature LED IndicatorsHumidity Network ManagementTerminology Terminology Terminology Page For Technical SUPPORT, Call