Linksys WAP54GPE manual Example of a Simple Wireless Network

Page 11

Wireless-G Exterior Access Point

To link your wired network with your wireless network, connect the Access Point’s Ethernet network port to any switch or router with Power over Ethernet (PoE)—or a PoE injector, such as the Linksys WAPPOE or WAPPOE12. Note that 12 VDC on WAPPOE12 is for the splitter output. Both PoE Injectors provide 48 VDC power output.

With these and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at

www.linksys.com for more information about wireless products.

Example of a Simple Wireless Network

Figure 2-1: Example of a Simple Wireless Network

The above diagram shows a typical infrastructure wireless network setup. The Wireless Access Points are connecting to a Linksys switch that provides power to the Access Points. Each Access Point can connect multiple wireless devices to the network. This network will provide connectivity among wireless network devices and PCs that have a wired connection to the switch.

The switch then can connect to a router that can connect to an ISP to reach global Internet.

Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

5

Example of a Simple Wireless Network

Image 11

Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security List of Figures 15 Wireless Advanced Wireless Welcome Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Network Layout Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingExample of a Simple Wireless Network LEDs Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointWireless Receiving data from a wireless deviceAntenna That supports Power over Ethernet PoEPorts EthernetReset Button Ground Reset Button and GroundInternal Antenna Pattern Horizontal Plane Antenna PatternWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointHardware Installation Ground the Access Point Accessing the Utility Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointNavigating the Utility SetupWireless Enter the Host Name and IP Address settings on this screenStatus AP ModeAdministration IP Settings Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointSetup Tab Network SetupTime Setup Time TabConfigure the Wireless Network attributes for each Ssid Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless Network Wireless-G Exterior Access Point WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSK Wireless Wireless Security TabWireless Security DisabledWPA2-Personal Mixed WPA2-PersonalWPA2-Enterprise WPA-EnterpriseWPA2-Enterprise Mixed 11 Wireless Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise MixedRadius Select MAC Address From Networked Computers Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabWireless Connection Control Advanced Wireless Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings TabWireless-G Exterior Access Point MAC Address AP Mode Tab17 Wireless Repeater Wireless Repeater18 Site Survey Local AP Password Administration Management TabAP Password Web AccessWireless-G Exterior Access Point Log Administration Log TabWireless-G Exterior Access Point Firmware Upgrade Administration Factory Default TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Factory DefaultOn this screen you can reboot the Access Point Administration Reboot TabReboot Config Management Administration Config Management TabLocal Network Status Local Network TabInformation 26 Status Wireless Status Wireless TabSystem Performance WiredWireless Status System Performance TabWireless-G Exterior Access Point Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Firmware UpgradeNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3af Appendix F SpecificationsModel StandardsExternal antenna is sold separately Operating HumidityStorage Humidity To 95%, Non-CondensingLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Linksys Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys? Information section in this Guide