Linksys WAP54GPE manual Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point, Accessing the Utility

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Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access

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Overview

The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box with the default settings. However, if you'd like to change these settings, the Access Point can be configured through your web browser with the Web- based Utility. This chapter explains how to use the Utility.

The Utility can be accessed via web browsers, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox through the use of a computer that is networked with the Access Point.

For a basic network setup, most users only have to use the following screens of the Utility:

•Setup

On the Setup screen, enter your basic network settings (IP address) here.

•Management

Click the Administration tab and then select the Management screen. The Access Point’s default password is admin. To secure the Access Point, change the AP Password from its default.

Most users will also customize their wireless settings:

•Wireless

On the Wireless screen, change default SSID under the Basic Wireless Settings Tab. Select the level of security under the Wireless Security Tab.

Accessing the Utility

There are three ways to connect to your Access Point for the first time.

1.If you have a 48V Power Injector (e.g. Linksys WAPPOE), power up your Access Point first then connect the cable on your Injector to your PC. Configure your PC to have static IP address on the same subnet as the Access Point’s default IP address (192.168.1.245).

2.If you have a PoE switch (e.g. Linksys SRW224P), connect your Access Point and your PC to the same LAN. Configure your PC to have the static IP address on the same subnet as the Access Point’s default IP address

HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs? PCs communicate over the network with this protocol. Refer to “Appendix D: Windows Help” for more information on TCP/IP.

tcp/ip: a set of protocols PCs use to communicate over a network.

browser: an application that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web.

Figure 5-1: Login Screen

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security List of Figures 15 Wireless Advanced Wireless Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network LayoutExample of a Simple Wireless Network Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point WirelessReceiving data from a wireless device LEDsThat supports Power over Ethernet PoE PortsEthernet AntennaReset Button and Ground Reset Button GroundAntenna Pattern Internal Antenna Pattern Horizontal PlaneWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointHardware Installation Ground the Access Point Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Accessing the UtilitySetup WirelessEnter the Host Name and IP Address settings on this screen Navigating the UtilityStatus AP ModeAdministration Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Setup TabNetwork Setup IP SettingsSetup Time Tab TimeConfigure the Wireless Network attributes for each Ssid Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless Network Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless SecurityDisabled WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSKWPA2-Personal WPA2-Personal MixedWPA-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise11 Wireless Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise Mixed WPA2-Enterprise MixedRadius Select MAC Address From Networked Computers Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabWireless Connection Control Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessWireless-G Exterior Access Point AP Mode Tab MAC AddressWireless Repeater 17 Wireless Repeater18 Site Survey Administration Management Tab AP PasswordWeb Access Local AP PasswordWireless-G Exterior Access Point Administration Log Tab LogWireless-G Exterior Access Point Administration Factory Default Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFactory Default Firmware UpgradeOn this screen you can reboot the Access Point Administration Reboot TabReboot Administration Config Management Tab Config ManagementLocal Network Status Local Network TabInformation Status Wireless Tab 26 Status WirelessWired WirelessStatus System Performance Tab System PerformanceWireless-G Exterior Access Point Appendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat 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 Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareNetwork 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 Appendix F Specifications ModelStandards IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3afOperating Humidity Storage HumidityTo 95%, Non-Condensing External antenna is sold separatelyAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Information section in this Guide Linksys