Airlink RT210W user manual

Page 45

Wireless Broadband Router User Manual

exceeding the fragmentation threshold are fragmented, i.e., split into, smaller units suitable for the circuit size. On the other hand, packets smaller than the specified fragmentation threshold value are not fragmented.

RTS Threshold: Request to send threshold. It specifies the packet size beyond which the AP invokes its RTS/CTS mechanism. Packets that exceed the specified RTS threshold trigger the RTS/CTS mechanism.

DTIM: Specifies the Deferred Traffic Indicator Map (DTIM) period. This value determines at which interval the AP will send its broadcast traffic. The default value is 3.

Beacon Interval: Defines the periodic interval at which the Access Point sends out a beacon.

54gTM Mode: This item allows you to choose from these communication options:

54g Auto: Both 802.11g and 802.11b clients can communicate with this AP. The data rate will be automatically adjusted.

54g Performance: Only 802.11g wirless clients can communicate with the AP.

54g LRS: LRS stands for Limited Rate Support. This option is intended to support legacy clients (802.11b). Select this option if wireless clients are experiencing difficulties to associate with the AP. This option supports both 802.11g and 802.11b clients.

802.11b Only: Both 802.11g and 802.11b clients can communicate with this AP. The data rate will be automatically adjusted to the one supported by the 802.11b standard.

54g Protection: Select Off or Auto. The default value is set to Off. When set to Auto, a protection mechanism will ensure that 802.11b wireless devices will connect to the Access Point when many 802.11g wireless devices are present. However, performance of your 802.11g wireless devices may be decreased.

Enable Xpress ™ Technology: Select Off or Auto. When set to Auto, it increases the bandwidth availability that enables more

35

Image 45
Contents Page Trademarks DisclaimerSafety Instructions For Service FCC Information Page Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting SpecificationList of Figures Page Overview Introduction∙ NAT FeaturesSystem Requirements Package ContentsPage LED Indicator Physical OutlookFront Panel Rear Panel and Connector Rear Panel and ConnectorHardware Connection Choosing a Place for the Wireless Broadband RouterConnecting wired device to the LAN port Connecting the Wireless Broadband RouterConnecting Cable/ADSL Modem to the WAN port Connecting the power adapterFigure below illustrates a connection diagram example Page Configuring Local Computer to Access the Wireless Router Option a Using Dhcp Setting up TCP/IPFor Windows 98/ME Control PanelOption B Using Fixed IP Address ∙ On the IP Address tab, select Specify an IP address192.168.1.1 Check/Renew IP Address under Windows 98/ME For Windows 2000/XPSelect Use the following IP address and enter these ∙ Default GatewayAdditional Settings for Wireless Client ∙ Authentication OpenCheck/Renew IP Address under Windows 2000/XP For example C\ping Checking Connection with the Wireless Broadband RouterRequest time out Destination host unreachable Accessing Web-Based Configuration Utility Web ConfigurationApplying Changes Making the Changes EffectiveGeneral Information System Overview Router ModeSystem Overview Bridge Mode Part 1 Configuring general settings WAN Configuration Router ModePart 2. Configuring protocol-specific settings Dhcp ClientPPPoE Client WAN Configuration PPPoE Client Manual Config WAN Configuration Bridge ModeEnabling Bridging Mode Dhcp Server Router Mode Only LAN ConfigurationLAN Configuration Router Mode LAN Spanning Tree Protocol Router Mode Only11 Dhcp Lease Table Viewing Current Dhcp Assignments Router Mode OnlyBasic Configuration Wireless LAN 2.4G Configuration12 Access Point Mode Wireless Bridge13 Wireless Bridge Mode Advanced Configuration Access ControlPage Network Authentication Wireless LAN SecurityFormat Minimum Characters WEPNetwork Key fields 64 Bit Hexadecimal digits Ascii characters 128 Bit Key Length HEX Format Ascii Format15 Wireless LAN Security Filters Router Mode Only GeneralConnection Logging LAN Client Filter LAN MAC Filter16 Filters Forwarding Router Mode OnlyPort Forwards DMZ IP AddressDescription Application Specific Port ForwardsStatic Routes System Clock AdministrationFirmware Upgrade Management SetupRestore Factory Defaults Current Firmware version fieldSystem Page Troubleshooting Page Hardware Power Adapter and Environmental RequirementInterface PhysicalLAN Port Features WAN Port FeaturesRouter Features SoftwareSecurity Features Wireless LAN FeaturesConfiguration and Management Features Technical Support