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Statement of Conditions
202-10060-02, February 2005
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
NETGEAR NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless
202-10060-02, February 2005
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
Product and Publication Details
Contents
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Chapter 1 About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
How to Use This Manual
How to Print this Manual
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Chapter 2 Introduction
About the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
Support for Standards
Key Features
802.11g Standards-based Wireless Networking
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products
System Requirements
Whats In the Box?
Hardware Description
WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Front Panel
WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel
Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration
Observing Placement and Range Guidelines
Default Factory Settings
Understanding WG602v3 Wireless Security Options
Wireless Data Security Options Range: Up to 300 Foot Radius
Installing the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point
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Two Ways to Log In to the WG602v3
How to Log in Using the Default IP Address of the WG602v3
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How to Log In to the WG602v3 Using Its Default NetBIOS Name
Using the Basic IP Settings Options
Understanding the Basic Wireless Settings
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Understanding Wireless Security Options
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Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings
How to Configure WEP Wireless Security
How to Configure WPA-PSK Wireless Security
How to Configure WPA2-PSK Wireless Security
How to Configure WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security
How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address
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Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3
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This screen shows the following parameters:
Table 4-1. General Information Fields
Viewing a List of Attached Devices
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software
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Rebooting and Resetting Factory Default Options
Restoring the WG602v3 to the Factory Default Settings
Using the Reset Button to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults
Changing the Administrator Password
Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration
Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings
Configuring Wireless Distribution System Links
How to Configure Wireless Bridge Links
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How to Configure a WG602v3 as a Point-to-Point Bridge
How to Configure Wireless Multi-Point Bridging
How to Configure Wireless Repeating
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
No lights are lit on the access point.
I cannot configure the wireless access point from a browser.
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer.
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error.
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings
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Appendix A Specifications
This appendix provides the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point technical specifications.
Specifications for the WG602v3
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Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics
Wireless Networking Overview
Infrastructure Mode
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID)
Authentication and WEP Data Encryption
802.11 Authentication
Open System Authentication
Shared Key Authentication
802.11Authentication Open System Steps
Overview of WEP Parameters
802.11Authentication Shared Key Steps
Key Size
WEP Configuration Options
Wireless Channels
WPA and WPA2 Wireless Security
How Does WPA Compare to WEP?
How Does WPA Compare to WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i)?
What are the Key Features of WPA and WPA2 Security?
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Wired Network with Optional 802.1x Port Based Network Access Control
Wireless LAN
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Is WPA/WPA2 Perfect?
Product Support for WPA/WPA2
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Appendix C Network, Routing, Firewall, and Cabling Basics
Basic Router Concepts
What is a Router?
IP Addresses and the Internet
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Netmask
Subnet Addressing
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Private IP Addresses
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
IP Configuration by DHCP
Domain Name Server
Routing Protocols
Internet Security and Firewalls
What is a Firewall?
Stateful Packet Inspection
Denial of Service Attack
Ethernet Cabling
Category 5 Cable Quality
Inside Twisted Pair Cables
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
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Appendix D Preparing Your PCs for Network Access
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP Networking
Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components
Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 98 and Me
Selecting the Windows Internet Access Method
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows 98 or Me
Configuring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP Networking
Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
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DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
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Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000
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Glossary
Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual.