NETGEAR WAB102 manual Verify the installation was successful

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User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point

5.Verify the installation was successful.

The Power light should be lit. It might take a few seconds after the power is applied to the access point for the power light to appear. The Ethernet Link light should be on. If the connection is a 100 Mbps connection, the light is green. If it is a 10 Mbps connection, the light is amber. The Ethernet connection light also flashes to indicate data is moving over the Ethernet connection to the switch, router, or hub. The 802.11a or 802.11b Wireless Link light should be on and blinking. A slow blink indicates that the access point is looking for wireless nodes, or that very little wireless activity is taking place. A fast blink indicates that the access point is receiving or transmitting wireless data.

6.Verify wireless connectivity to your network.

Using a computer with an 802.11a or 802.11b wireless adapter, browse internet or check file access on your network. If everything is functioning properly, then you have successfully installed the WAB102 Dual Band Wireless Access Point.

Having problems? Refer to Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting”.

Note: Once the system is working, consider increased security. See Chapter 3, “Protecting Your Wireless Network”.

Want to customize configuration settings? For details on WAB102 settings, turn to “Basic Configuration“ on page 14.

12	Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity

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Contents NETGEAR, Inc Technical Support Contents Chapter Introduction About the Wireless Access PointBenefits FeaturesWAB102 Dual Band System RequirementsCompatible and Related Netgear Products What’s In the Box?Hardware Description 802.11a+b Standards-based Wireless NetworkingFollowing table explains the LED indicators WAB102 Wireless Access Point Front PanelRestore to Factory Default Button WAB102 Wireless Access Point Rear PanelSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity What You Will Need Before You Begin Placement and Range GuidelinesInstallation Overview Install the WAB102 Wireless Access PointCabling Requirements Wireless Verify the installation was successful Default Factory Settings DisabledAuthentication Type Open System Determine the name of your access point Basic ConfigurationConfigure Basic Setup Parameters Log In to the Access PointFor LAN parameters, see TCP/IP Configuration Parameters on IP Address Default gatewayDefault Default EnableDefault Disable Ssid Service Set IDDefault Wireless Turbo Mode802.11b Wireless LAN Configuration Parameters Change Password Security Configuration For 64-bits encryption Key Size Authentication TypeDefault Key Default key size 64 bitsKey 1 802.11b Wireless LAN Security ParametersAccess Control MAC Address Firmware UpgradeAccess Control Access Control ListAdvanced Setup RTS Threshold Transmit PowerDefault100% Beacon IntervalPreamble Type Default LongRestore Factory Default AP Status Station List About Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity Enabling Basic Wireless Access Security Features Protecting Your Wireless NetworkChange the Password Secure the Access PointBefore You Change the Ssid and WEP Settings Authentication Change the Ssid Configure WEP Encryption Restrict Wireless Activity by MAC Address Protecting Your Wireless Network Basic Functioning No lights are lit on the access pointEthernet Link/Act light is not lit One or both of the wireless activity lights do not light upTroubleshooting Compliance Regulatory Compliance Information NETGEAR, Inc