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FEATURES

"Up to 11 Mbps data transmission rate with automatic fallback function (11/5.5/2/1 Mbps).

"The supplied utility software, [AP-12 Manager] allows you simple setup of the sys- tem with a step-by-step tutorial. Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 98SE, Windows 98, Windows 2000 are supported.

"The diversity antenna is built into the compact body to provide stable communi- cation.

"Versatile operating modes for Access Point mode, Bridge mode A (Peer-to-Peer), Bridge mode B (Client mode), and Bridge mode C (Multi-site). A roaming function is also available while in Access Point mode. It provides full mobility and seam- less network access from anywhere within the area for the connected clients.

"The DHCP client function is available to automatically obtain the network config- uration such as the IP address (This is not activated in Bridge mode B mode oper- ation).

"Data can be protected with high-level security function such as 128/64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption and MAC address registration.

"AP-12 uses a direct spread-spectrum communication system which ensures sta- bilized communication even under influence of noise and interference.

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Icom AP-12 instruction manual Features

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AP-12 Page About exchanging the AP-12 or the PC connected to the AP-12 Introduction Foreword Features AP-12 Following notational conventions are used in this manual General Precautions Accessories Table of Contents IP Configuration …………………………………51-56 Safety Precautions Rcaution AC adapter General PrecautionsPage About the Ethernet card ……………………………………………………………8 Wireless functional modes …………………………………………………………2Installation location …………………………………………………………………7 Access point mode default Wireless functional modes About a MAC address Unit description Accessory attachment AC adapter Ethernet cable To avoid interference Examples of recommended installation Installation locationExamples of installation not recommended Installation precautions Desktop PC About the Ethernet card Chapter About Dhcp server detection Connecting to a LANProcedure Click Installing AP-12 Manager Click Finish Installation is now completed About AP-12 icon Starting AP-12 Manager To exit AP-12 Manager AP-12 Manager Setting Screen Fixed IP Address Connecting to the PC Using Easy Setting Wizard When no access point is found About IP Address Enter Click Easy 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 Settings Be entered default LG Preferred Bssid Remote MAC Address Communication channels Hidden wireless terminals IP 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 settings Uninstalling AP-12 Manager Setting Examples Access point mode Common settings Bridge mode a Peer-to-PeerFunctional mode Select Bridge Mode a Individual settings Common setting Bridge mode B Client ModeAP-12 1 and 2 settings Functional mode Select Bridge Mode B Preferred BSS ID Functional mode Bridge mode C Multi-siteAll AP-12s settings Page IP Configuration For Windows XP Click Enter For Windows 98/98SE/Me For Windows Click Glossary ……………………………………………………………………………70 Program Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting Dhcp Verifying the connection to the AP-12 Connecting the AP-12 and HUBConnect to the Cross Port Connect to the Cascade Port Failure in searching for the AP-12 When using Easy Setting Wizard D When using AP-12 Manager Click Verify Set Click IP address confirmation Windows XP Procedure Windows 2000 Procedure Windows 98/98SE/Me Procedure Connection to the router type modem Wireless terminal preparation Router Type Modem Connection to the router type modem ProcedureWhen communication has failed Specifications Transmission rate LAN interfaceUser interface System requirements Glossary BSS ID Basic Service Set-IDentifier 10BASE-T Memo Memo