Reference Manual for the NETGEAR ProSafe Wireless Access Point 802.11g WG302
6-2 Troubleshooting
September 2004
• Make sure the power adapter is connected to a functioning power outlet. If it is in a power
strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. If it is plugged directly into the wall, verify that it
is not a switched outlet.
• Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your access
point.
The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up.The access point’s antennae are not working.
• If the Wireless LAN activity light stays off, disconnect the adapter from its power source and
then plug it in again.
• Make sure the antennas are tightly connected to the WG302.
• Contact NETGEAR technical support if the Wireless LAN activity light remains off.
The LAN light is not lit.There is a hardware connection problem.Check these items:
• Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the access point and the network
device (hub, switch, or router). A switch, hub, or router must be installed between the access
point and the Ethernet LAN or broadband modem.
• Make sure the connected device is turned on.
• Be sure the correct cable is used. Use a standard Category 5 Ethernet patch cable. If the
network device has Auto Uplink™ (MDI/MDIX) ports, you can use either a crossover cable or
a normal patch cable.
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. There is a configuration problem. Check these items:
• You may not have restarted the computer with the wireless adapter to have TCP/IP changes
take effect. Restart the computer.