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

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User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point NETGEAR, IncTrademarks NETGEAR, INCTechnical Support Statement of ConditionsProtecting Your Wireless Network ContentsSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity TroubleshootingAbout the Wireless Access Point Chapter IntroductionFeatures BenefitsSystem Requirements What’s In the Box? Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products802.11a+b Standards-based Wireless Networking Hardware DescriptionPower WAB102 Wireless Access Point Front PanelUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point EthernetRestore to Factory Default Button WAB102 Wireless Access Point Rear PanelPower Socket Power Adapter Cable HolderChapter 2 Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity To install your WAB102, see “Installation Overview“ on pagePlacement and Range Guidelines What You Will Need Before You BeginInstall the WAB102 Wireless Access Point Installation OverviewCabling Requirements 4. Configure the wireless adapter settings 1. Position and mount the WAB102 Dual Band Wireless Access Point3. Connect the power cable Wireless6. Verify wireless connectivity to your network 5. Verify the installation was successfulHaving problems? Refer to Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting” Default Factory Settings 1. Determine the name of your access point Basic Configuration2. Open a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator Configure Basic Setup Parameters Log In to the Access PointHaving problems? Refer to Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting” For LAN parameters, see “TCP/IP Configuration Parameters“ on page 1. Click on the Setup link on the AP Setup menuTCP/IP Configuration Parameters The access point will get the IP address, subnetSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity 802.11a Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point CONFIGURATIONSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity 802.11b Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point CONFIGURATIONChange Password 3. Choose Your Authentication Method Security Configuration2. Click Security on the AP Setup menu and log in 1. Use a browser to connect to the WAB102For 64-bits encryption 4. Set Up 802.11a Encryption Security as Needed5. Set Up 802.11b Encryption Security as Needed For 128-bits encryptionSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity 802.11a Wireless LAN Security ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point CONFIGURATIONSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity 802.11b Wireless LAN Security ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point CONFIGURATIONAccess Control Firmware Upgrade Access Control Configuration ParametersAdvanced Setup Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity 802.11a Advanced Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point CONFIGURATIONSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity 802.11b Advanced Wireless LAN Configuration ParametersUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point CONFIGURATIONUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Restore Factory DefaultTo restore factory default settings, complete the following Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityAP Status Station List About User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Setting Up Basic Wireless ConnectivityChapter 3 Protecting Your Wireless Network Enabling Basic Wireless Access Security FeaturesSecure the Access Point Change the PasswordBefore You Change the SSID and WEP Settings Authentication 802.11a WEP Encryption Keys802.11b WEP Encryption Keys WEP EncryptionChange the SSID Configure WEP Encryption Restrict Wireless Activity by MAC Address User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point Protecting Your Wireless NetworkGo to “Install the WAB102 Wireless Access Point“ on page Chapter TroubleshootingNo lights are lit on the access point Basic FunctioningOne or both of the wireless activity lights do not light up The Ethernet Link/Act light is not litUser’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point TroubleshootingFCC Warning TrademarksStatement of Conditions ComplianceCanadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations RF Exposure RequirementsRadio Frequency Interference Requirements Regulatory Compliance InformationNETGEAR, Inc