Icom Introduction, About exchanging the AP-12 or the PC connected to the AP-12

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INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT

When connecting the AP-12 to a bridging type modem (or in bridging mode) directly, a global IP address may be assigned to the AP-12 from the modem, according to the modem settings.

When a global IP address is assigned to the AP-12, an illegal operator, such as a cracker, a hacker, may access it.

To avoid such access, connect a router between the modem and the AP-12.

The bridge type modem assigns a global IP address to the connect- ed PC (only one).

The router type modem assigns a private IP address (e.g.192.168.x.x) to the connected PCs via the HUB by the built-in routing function. The AP-12 can be connected to a router type modem directly.

Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you do not know your modem type.

About exchanging the AP-12 or the PC connected to the AP-12.

The AP-12 memorizes the communication settings between the AP- 12 and the connected PC. Thus, if the AP-12 and/or the PC con- nected to it changed, communication may fail.

In such case, turn the AP-12 power OFF. After waiting a few sec- onds, turn the power ON again.

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Contents AP-12 Page About exchanging the AP-12 or the PC connected to the AP-12 IntroductionForeword Features AP-12 Following notational conventions are used in this manual General PrecautionsAccessories Table of Contents IP Configuration …………………………………51-56 Safety Precautions Rcaution AC adapter General PrecautionsPage Wireless functional modes …………………………………………………………2 Installation location …………………………………………………………………7About the Ethernet card ……………………………………………………………8 Access point mode default Wireless functional modesAbout a MAC address Unit description Accessory attachment AC adapter Ethernet cable To avoid interferenceInstallation precautions Installation locationExamples of recommended installation Examples of installation not recommendedDesktop PC About the Ethernet cardChapter Connecting to a LAN ProcedureAbout Dhcp server detection Click Installing AP-12 ManagerClick Finish Installation is now completed About AP-12 icon Starting AP-12 ManagerTo exit AP-12 Manager AP-12 Manager Setting ScreenFixed IP Address Connecting to the PC Using Easy Setting Wizard When no access point is found About IP Address Enter ClickEasy Setting Wizard will restart automatically Click Next 0Click Next Select Click ESS ID is changeable later. See p for details 7Click Finish Installing AP-12 Manager Click Finish Installation is now completed Displays the connected AP- 12’s IP address To exit the AP-12 Manager AP-12 Manager Settings screen Page AP-12 Manager screen descriptions …………………………………………32 AP-12 Manager screen descriptions SettingsBe entered default LG Preferred Bssid Remote MAC AddressCommunication channels Hidden wireless terminalsIP Configuration MAC security Wep Security Wep settings ……… Key generator ……WEP Key Setting Examples- 64-bit encryption Show Station Version Information Options MAC security Wep Security Default settingsUninstalling AP-12 Manager Setting Examples Access point mode Individual settings Bridge mode a Peer-to-PeerCommon settings Functional mode Select Bridge Mode aFunctional mode Select Bridge Mode B Preferred BSS ID Bridge mode B Client ModeCommon setting AP-12 1 and 2 settingsBridge mode C Multi-site All AP-12s settingsFunctional mode Page IP Configuration For Windows XP Click Enter For Windows 98/98SE/Me For Windows Click Glossary ……………………………………………………………………………70 Program Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingDhcp Connect to the Cascade Port Connecting the AP-12 and HUBVerifying the connection to the AP-12 Connect to the Cross PortFailure in searching for the AP-12 When using Easy Setting Wizard D When using AP-12 ManagerClick Verify Set Click IP address confirmation Windows XP ProcedureWindows 2000 Procedure Windows 98/98SE/Me ProcedureConnection to the router type modem Wireless terminal preparationConnection to the router type modem Procedure When communication has failedRouter Type Modem Specifications System requirements LAN interfaceTransmission rate User interfaceGlossary BSS ID Basic Service Set-IDentifier10BASE-T Memo Memo