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Belkin F5D6130 user manual Roaming, Wireless Networking Using 802.11b, BSS2

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Wireless Networking Using 802.11b

Roaming

More than one WAP can be used to increase the wireless coverage in a wireless LAN. The diagram below shows two WAPs configured to extend coverage beyond that of a single WAP. The overlapping area of each BSS is called an Extended Service Set (ESS). When a wireless computer enters the ESS, the signal strength and link quality is evaluated by the computer and the computer chooses the WAP with the best quality signal and link. This activity is known as roaming. To configure WAPs to allow roaming inside of the wireless network, each WAP will be assigned the same Service Set Identifier (SSID). Strategically placing multiple WAPs around an office or inside of the home can extend the wireless coverage to the entire premise. The illustration below shows two Basic Service Sets overlapping to form an Extended Service Set.

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Belkin F5D6130 user manual Roaming, Wireless Networking Using 802.11b, BSS2

Contents

Access Point Wireless NetworkF5D6130 Table of Contents Up to 128-bit Security Encryption Key FeaturesIntroduction Wide Area Coverage at High SpeedsApplications Package ContentsWireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Difficult-to-wire environmentsSpecifications Product SpecificationsEthernet Link/Activity LED Knowing your Belkin Wireless Access PointEthernet Link/Activity LED Transmit/Receive LED Power LED Power LED Transmit/Receive LEDKnowing your Belkin Wireless Access Point DC Power JackRotatable Dual Dipole Antennas RJ45 Ethernet JackStep 2 Hardware Setup Quick SetupQuick Setup-Connecting the WAP to your existing network Step 1 Installation Site SelectionWAP Parameter Default SettingsStep 3 Install the Belkin WAP Manager Software Default ValueInstallation Connecting the WAP to a cable/DSL router, Ethernet switch, or hubSelecting an appropriate site for your WAP Network Card InstallationDesktop PC Desktop PC Cable/DSL Modem Wireless Notebook Network Card Belkin Router or Switch Wireless Access Point Wireless NotebookNotebook with Wireless Notebook Network Card PC with Wireless Desktop Using the WAP to expand local coverageInstallation Notebook Wireless Notebook Network Card Wireless Access PointInstalling the Wireless Access Point Manager Software 6. Click Finish to complete the installation Installing the Wireless Access Point Manager SoftwareConnecting to the WAP Using the Belkin Wireless Access Point ManagerUsing the Belkin Wireless Access Point Manager Configuring to the WAPC WEP Fixed ParametersA BSSID B Regulation DomainG SSID Programmable ParametersE Firmware Version F AP NameK Subnet Mask L Default GatewaySecurity J IP AddressUsing WEP Encryption Method 2 MAC Address FilteringUsing the Belkin Wireless Access Point Manager Using the Belkin Wireless Access Point Manager Setting 64-bit EncryptionSetting 128-bit Encryption Using MAC Address FilteringUsing the Belkin Wireless Access Point Manager Adding a List of MAC Addresses from a FileUsing the Belkin Wireless Access Point Manager Changing the PasswordResetting the WAP Restoring Factory Default SettingsAd-Hoc Peer-to-Peer Wireless Networking Using 802.11bInfrastructure Mode Wireless Networking Using 802.11bBasic Service Set BSS Access Point Wireless Networking Using 802.11bSwitch WirelessRoaming Wireless Networking Using 802.11bBSS2 Base Station Glossary of Wireless Networking TermsAd-Hoc BackboneGlossary of Wireless Networking Terms Wireless AccessRTS Threshold Address Glossary of Wired Networking TermsDHCP DNS ServerGlossary of Wired Networking Terms PPPoESubnet Mask TCP/IPTroubleshooting ProblemSolution Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation InformationFCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITYCanada- Industry Canada IC Europe-European Union NoticeInformation Information Belkin Components Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyPage P73829-A Belkin ComponentsBelkin Components B.V