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User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point

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32	Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity

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Contents

NETGEAR, Inc User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access PointStatement of Conditions NETGEAR, INCTechnical Support TrademarksTroubleshooting ContentsSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity Protecting Your Wireless NetworkChapter Introduction About the Wireless Access PointBenefits FeaturesSystem Requirements Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products What’s In the Box?Hardware Description 802.11a+b Standards-based Wireless NetworkingEthernet WAB102 Wireless Access Point Front PanelUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point PowerPower Adapter Cable Holder WAB102 Wireless Access Point Rear PanelPower Socket Restore to Factory Default ButtonTo install your WAB102, see “Installation Overview“ on page Chapter 2 Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityWhat You Will Need Before You Begin Placement and Range GuidelinesCabling Requirements Installation OverviewInstall the WAB102 Wireless Access Point Wireless 1. Position and mount the WAB102 Dual Band Wireless Access Point3. Connect the power cable 4. Configure the wireless adapter settingsHaving problems? Refer to Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting” 5. Verify the installation was successful6. Verify wireless connectivity to your network Default Factory Settings 2. Open a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator Basic Configuration1. Determine the name of your access point Having problems? Refer to Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting” Log In to the Access PointConfigure Basic Setup Parameters 1. Click on the Setup link on the AP Setup menu For LAN parameters, see “TCP/IP Configuration Parameters“ on pageThe access point will get the IP address, subnet TCP/IP Configuration ParametersCONFIGURATION 802.11a Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityCONFIGURATION 802.11b Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityChange Password 1. Use a browser to connect to the WAB102 Security Configuration2. Click Security on the AP Setup menu and log in 3. Choose Your Authentication MethodFor 128-bits encryption 4. Set Up 802.11a Encryption Security as Needed5. Set Up 802.11b Encryption Security as Needed For 64-bits encryptionCONFIGURATION 802.11a Wireless LAN Security ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityCONFIGURATION 802.11b Wireless LAN Security ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityAccess Control Access Control Configuration Parameters Firmware UpgradeAdvanced Setup CONFIGURATION 802.11a Advanced Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityCONFIGURATION 802.11b Advanced Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivitySetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity Restore Factory DefaultTo restore factory default settings, complete the following User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access PointAP Status Station List About Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access PointEnabling Basic Wireless Access Security Features Chapter 3 Protecting Your Wireless NetworkBefore You Change the SSID and WEP Settings Change the PasswordSecure the Access Point WEP Encryption 802.11a WEP Encryption Keys802.11b WEP Encryption Keys AuthenticationChange the SSID Configure WEP Encryption Restrict Wireless Activity by MAC Address Protecting Your Wireless Network User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access PointBasic Functioning Chapter TroubleshootingNo lights are lit on the access point Go to “Install the WAB102 Wireless Access Point“ on pageThe Ethernet Link/Act light is not lit One or both of the wireless activity lights do not light upTroubleshooting User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access PointCompliance TrademarksStatement of Conditions FCC WarningRegulatory Compliance Information RF Exposure RequirementsRadio Frequency Interference Requirements Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference RegulationsNETGEAR, Inc