NETGEAR WAB102 Ssid Service Set ID, Default Wireless, Channel/Frequency, Turbo Mode, Data Rate

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

802.11a Wireless LAN Configuration Parameters

CONFIGURATION	DESCRIPTION

SSID (Service Set ID)	Enter a 32-character (maximum) service set ID
	in this field; the characters are case sensitive.
	When in infrastructure mode, this field defines
	the service set ID (SSID). The SSID assigned to
	the wireless node is required to match the
	access point SSID in order for the wireless node
	to communicate with the access point.
	Default: Wireless

Channel/Frequency	Shows the current channel and frequency in
	use. The wireless channel in use will be
	between 36 and 64, 149 and 165 in normal
	mode. When turbo mode is enabled, the
	available wireless channels are 42, 50, 58, 152,
	and 160.
	Default: 52 (non-Turbo), 50 (Turbo)

Turbo Mode	Enabling turbo mode allows the wireless node
	to transmit or receive at a higher rate, up to 108
	Mbps.
	Note: If you enable Turbo Mode on the
	WAB102 Access Point, the 802.11a devices will
	fail to connect unless they are also set to Turbo
	Mode.
	Note: The Turbo Mode check box will be
	disabled for European model.
	Default: Disable

Data Rate	Shows the available transmit data rate of the
	wireless network. The possible data rates
	supported are: 54 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 24
	Mbps, 18 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 9 Mbps, and 6 Mbps.
	It can go up to 108 Mbps if the turbo mode is
	enabled for models shipped to United States,
	Canada, and Australia.
	Default: Best

18	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 Default Default gatewayDefault Enable IP AddressDefault Wireless Ssid Service Set IDTurbo Mode Default Disable802.11b Wireless LAN Configuration Parameters Change Password Security Configuration For 64-bits encryption Default Key Authentication TypeDefault key size 64 bits Key SizeKey 1 802.11b Wireless LAN Security ParametersAccess Control Access Control Firmware UpgradeAccess Control List MAC AddressAdvanced Setup Default100% Transmit PowerBeacon Interval RTS ThresholdPreamble 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