SMC Networks SMC2586W-G manual

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those networks where SMC2682W Wireless Bridge Slaves are already installed. The Bridge Master enables Bridge Slaves to automatically associ- ate with it. It also enables IEEE 802.11 Stations, which are on the same LAN as the Bridge Master, to automatically associate with it via the standard IEEE 802.11 association process. In addition, the IEEE 802.11 WDS (Wireless Distribution System) technology can be used to manually establish wireless links between two Bridge Masters or between a Bridge Master and an AP.

•Bridge Slave (BS). Use this mode to provide the Bridge Slave functionality of the SMC2682W. The Bridge Slave mode is designed to work in those net- works where SMC2682W Wireless Bridge Masters are already installed.

In any mode, the SMC2586W-G forwards packets between its Ethernet inter- face and wireless interface for wired hosts on the Ethernet side and wireless host(s) on the wireless side.

There are 3 types of wireless links between two SMC2586W-Gs or between an SMC2586W-G and another wireless device.

•STA-AP.This type of wireless link is specified in the IEEE 802.11 standard for communication between an IEEE 802.11 Station (STA) and an IEEE 802.11 Access Point (AP). An STA is usually a client computer (PC or PDA) with a WLAN network interface card (NIC).

•WDS. This type of wireless link is specified in the IEEE 802.11 standard for communication between two IEEE 802.11 APs. Wireless packets transmitted along the WDS link comply with the IEEE 802.11 WDS (Wireless Distribution System) format at the link layer.

•BM-BS.This type of wireless link is propriety and was used in the legacy SMC2682W for providing LAN-to-LAN bridging services. To establish this type of wireless link between two SMC2682W, one SMC2682W must be in Bridge Master (BM) mode and the other must be in Bridge Slave (BS) mode. The SMC2586W-G provides this type of wireless link for backward compati- bility with the SMC2682W.

The relationships among the operational modes and the wireless link types are shown in the following table:

Table 2. Operational modes vs. wireless link types.

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Contents C 2 5 8 6 W G Page Trademarks CopyrightLimited Warranty Statement Warranties Exclusive FCC Radiation Exposure Statement Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementIndustry Canada Class B EC Conformance Declaration CE Safety Compliance Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise GermanyPage Table of Contents Page Features Features Package ContentsOverview Page Management Firmware ToolsLED Definitions To power the SMC2586W-G by the supplied power adapter Selecting a Power Supply MethodTo power the SMC2586W-G by SMCPWR-INJ3 Power Injector Mounting the SMC2586W-G on a Wall Connecting the Managing Computer and the SMC2586W-G Preparing for ConfigurationChanging the TCP/IP Settings of the Managing Computer Configuring the SMC2586W-GEntering the User Name and Password Status Selecting an Operational ModePage Configuring TCP/IP Settings Wireless Distribution System settings Configuring Ieee 802.11 SettingsSample wireless bridge network topology To enable a WDS linkReviewing and Applying Settings Deploying the SMC2586W-G To adjust the alignments of a pair of SMC high-gain antennasMenu Structure Link Status Slave modeSave, Save & Restart, and Cancel Commands Log Off CommandAssociated Wireless Clients Home and Refresh CommandsViewing Status System Log Current Dhcp MappingsGeneral Operations Page Managing Firmware Changing PasswordBacking up and Restoring Configuration Settings by Http To upgrade firmware of the SMC2586W-G by HttpUpgrading Firmware by Http To upgrade firmware of the SMC2586W-G by Tftp To restore configuration of the SMC2586W-G by HttpUpgrading Firmware by Tftp Choose Tftp as the Firmware management protocol To back up configuration of the SMC2586W-G by Tftp Backing up and Restoring Configuration Settings by TftpTo restore configuration of the SMC2586W-G by Tftp Resetting Configuration to Factory Defaults Configuring TCP/IP Related SettingsAddressing Dhcp Server Dhcp Mappings Configuring Ieee 802.11b/g-Related SettingsCommunication Link Integrity Wireless Distribution System To enable a WDS link Security Page Page To deny wireless clients’ access to the wireless network MAC-Address-Based Access ControlTo grant wireless clients’ access to the wireless network Click Download Set the Access control type to inclusiveTo delete an entry in the access control table To download a MAC ACL file from a Tftp serverIeee 802.1x and Radius Ieee 802.1x/RADIUSPacket Filters Configuring Advanced SettingsIP Protocol Filters Ethernet Type FiltersUPnP TCP/UDP Port FiltersSystem Log To specify a trap target SnmpFeatures What is the EliteConnect Management Utility?Introduction Project name Geographical Zone Firmware version Tutorial How Does It Work? Overview User InterfaceRunning SMC EliteConnect Management Utility Connecting the Managing PC and a Managed DeviceBuilding a Device List Adding a New Device Viewing and Editing Device Properties Viewing the Device List Viewing All Opened Device List Files Editing the Device ListSorting the Device List Filtering the Device ListShowing or Hiding Some Columns Rearranging the Column OrderChecking Whether Devices Are Alive Managing DevicesConfiguring a Device by Web Browser Using SMC EliteConnect Management UtilityUser Interface Overview Main User Interface Workspace Window Device List ViewFilter View File File ViewHistory Log View MenuDevice EditView InsertWindow ToolsHelp Shortcut Menu Command on the Device menu Customizing Your Working Environment Floating Workspace window Rearranging the Column Order of the Device List View Configuring the Application BehaviorShowing or Hiding the Columns of the Device List View General Options Tftp Server Options Sample Device Password ListPage Working with Device Lists Http OptionsSingle Selection Selecting DevicesMultiple Inconsecutive Selections Multiple Consecutive SelectionsViewing and Editing Properties of a Device Filter the Device List Viewing all opened device list files Cascading Windows Arranging Device List WindowsTiling Windows Arranging Minimized Windows Carrying out a Batch Management CommandChanging the Ssid Setting of Devices Canceling Batch Command ExecutionChanging Ssid dialog box Managing Device Firmware by Tftp Changing the Radius Server Setting of DevicesBacking up Device Configuration Restoring Device ConfigurationSending the Active Device List to Others by E-mail Printing the Active Device ListAppendix a Default Settings TCP/IP Settings Problems Wireless Settings ProblemsPage Other Problems Appendix C Distances and Data Rates Data rate & modulation SMC2586W-G Wireless Bridge StandardsTransmission output Power Configuration and ManagementSMCPWR-INJ3 Power Injector Input Power Requirements Power SupplyDimensions without antenna WeightFor Technical SUPPORT, Call
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SMC Networks SMC2586W-G is a versatile wireless router designed to meet the connectivity needs of both home and small office environments. This device combines reliable performance with user-friendly features, ensuring a seamless internet experience for various applications, including streaming, gaming, and online work.

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