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    OfficeConnect® Wireless 11g Access Point User Guide 3CRWE454G72 http://www.3com.com/ Part No. DUA0045-4AAA01 Rev. 01 Published July 2003
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    there is any software on removable media User Guide. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may not be registered in other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of 3Com through X/Open Company,
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    Conventions 8 Feedback about this User Guide 8 Related Documentation 9 Product Registration 9 1 INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 12 the Access Point 19 3 RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard 21 Password 26 LAN Settings 26 Wireless Settings 28 Summary 30
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    List 38 Wireless Settings 39 Configuration 39 Encryption 41 Configuring WPA Encryption 41 Configuring WEP Encryption 42 Connection Control 44 Client List 47 Profile 48 System Tools 50 Restart 50 Configuration 50 Upgrade 51 Status and Logs 53 Status 54 Logs 54 Support and Feedback 54 5 CLIENT BRIDGE
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    Point Configuration Screens 65 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 66 Wireless Networking 66 Alert LED 68 Recovering from Corrupted Software 68 Frequently Asked Questions 69 A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 71 Windows Installation (95/98/2000/Me/NT) 71 B IP ADDRESSING
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    D SAFETY INFORMATION E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT GLOSSARY INDEX REGULATORY NOTICES FOR THE WIRELESS 11G ACCESS POINT
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    ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point (3CRWE454G72). This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area
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    guide, you must type something, and then press Return or Enter. Do not press Return or Enter when an instruction simply software button names. Examples: From the Help menu, select Contents. Click OK. Feedback about this Your suggestions are very important to us. They will help make our User Guide
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    Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point User Guide ■ Part Number DUA0045-4AAA01 ■ Page 24 Do not use this e-mail address for technical support questions. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to the Support and Safety Information sheet. Related
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    10 ABOUT THIS GUIDE
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    only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed all this, bringing networks to the small office. The products that compose the OfficeConnect range give you, the small office user, the same power, flexibility, and protection that has
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    12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ACCESS POINT OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point is designed to provide a cost other manufacturers. Figure 1 Example Network Computer Power Adapter 3Com Wireless 11g Access Point Wireless User Hub / Switch Wireless
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    the following items: ■ One OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point ■ One power adapter for use with the Access Point ■ Four rubber feet ■ One Ethernet cable ■ One CD-ROM containing the Access Point Discovery program and this User Guide ■ Installation Guide ■ One Support and Safety Information Sheet
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    be configured with at least the following: ■ A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP Alert Power WLAN Enabled LAN Status 3CRWE454G72 OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point 1 Alert Reset to Factory Defaults command, or ■ The system software is in the process of being upgraded
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    have used the reset button to reset the unit to Factory Defaults, follow steps 5 to 6 in "Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults" on page 66. Continuously on - A fault has been detected with your Access Point during the start-up process. Refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED
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    off, there may be a problem with the power adapter or adapter cable. 8 Ethernet Port Use the supplied patch cable to connect the Access Point to the LAN. The port will automatically adjust to the correct speed and duplex. 9 Reset Button This button allows you to reset the unit to factory defaults.
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    2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction This chapter will guide you through a basic installation of the Access Point, including: ■ Connecting the Access Point to your network. ■ Setting up your computers for networking with the Access
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    unit and through the vents in the side of the case is not restricted. 3Com recommends you provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) clearance. Using the Rubber from moving around on your desk or when stacking with other flat top OfficeConnect units. Only stick the feet to the marked areas at each corner
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    a switch or hub. See Figure 4. Figure 4 Connecting the Access Point Hub / Switch WLAN LAN Status Alert 3CRWE41196 OfficeConnect 11Mbps Wireless Access Point OfficeConnect Wireless Access Point Wireless users To use your Access Point to connect to the wireless LAN to the wired LAN: 1 Insert one
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    20 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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    may lose contact with the Access Point if you change the wireless configuration. To communicate with the Access Point, your wireless NIC should be set as follows: ■ Encryption - none ■ Service Area Name/SSID - 3Com The Access Point setup program is Web-based, which means that it is accessed through
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    22 CHAPTER 3: RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Figure 5 Discovery Welcome Screen 3 When the Welcome screen is displayed the Wireless 11g Access Point by clicking on it, and press Next. If the discovery application finds multiple Access Points compare the serial number on the Discovered Devices Screen with
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    Figure 7 Discovery Finish Screen Accessing the Wizard 23 5 Click on Finish to launch a web browser and display the login page for the Access Point as shown in Figure 8. 6 To log in, enter the password (the default setting is admin) in the System Password field and click Log in (Figure 8). Figure 8
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    24 CHAPTER 3: RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD 7 If the password is correct, the Country & Mode Selection screen appears. (Figure 9) a Select the country in which the Access Point is to operate. b Select the wireless mode for the Access point: ■ Select Access Point (default) if the Access Point is to be
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    Accessing the Wizard 25 ■ If your Access Point has not been configured before, the Wizard will launch automatically (refer to Figure 11). 9 Click Next. 10 You will be guided step by step through a basic setup procedure. Figure 10 Welcome Screen Figure 11 Wizard Screen
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    , type the Old Password, then a new password in both the New Password and Confirm Password boxes. 3Com recommends entering a new password when setting up the Access Point for the first time. The Access Point is shipped from the factory with a default password, admin. 1. Password is case sensitive
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    allows you to change the IP address and subnet mask. 3Com recommends that you manually assign your Access Point a static IP address. Figure 14 LAN IP Address Screen Specify an IP address manually and enable DHCP server - The Access Point contains a Dynamic Host Configuration (DHCP) server that can
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    SETUP WIZARD Figure 15 DHCP Server Setup Screen This screen displays a suggested LAN IP address and subnet mask of the Access Point. It also allows you to change the IP address and subnet mask. Two further fields are available for you to enter the Start address of an address pool and an End address
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    characters can be entered for the Service Area Name. 3Com strongly recommends that you change the SSID to something other than the default. For information on improving your Wireless network security see "Wireless Settings" on page 39. If you are configuring the Access Point from a wireless computer
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    30 CHAPTER 3: RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Summary Figure 17 Configuration Summary Screen When you complete the Setup Wizard, a configuration summary will display. Verify the configuration information of the Access Point and then click Finish to save your settings. 3Com recommends that you print this
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    in the main part of the screen. ■ Welcome - displays the firmware version of the Access Point, allows you to change your password, and launch the Wizard ■ LAN Settings - allows you to configure IP address and subnet mask information, setup DHCP server parameters, and display the DHCP client list
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    32 CHAPTER 4: ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION Option Tabs Each corresponding menu page may also provide sub-sections which section allows you to view the Notice board and to change your Password. You can also gain access to the Configuration Wizard. (See "Accessing the Wizard" on page 21 for details).
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    19 Notice Board Screen Welcome Screen 33 The Notice Board is used to display configuration warning messages. Password Figure 20 Password Screen Changing the Administration Password You can change the password to prevent unauthorized access to the Administration System. To do this: 1 Enter the
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    is case sensitive. If you have forgotten your password you need to reset the Access Point. See "Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults" on page 66 Wizard Figure 21 Wizard Screen Click WIZARD... to launch the configuration wizard. Refer to Chapter 3 for information on how to run the
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    Figure 22 Unit Configuration Screen LAN Settings 35 Dynamic IP Address 3Com recommends that you manually assign your Access Point a static IP address. Select Dynamic IP Address (automatically allocated) and the screen shown in Figure 22 is displayed. Check all your settings and click Apply. If the
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    and then select Static IP Address (to be specified manually). The screen shown in Figure 23 is displayed. Figure 23 Unit Configuration Screen For Static IP Address 2 Enter the Access Point IP Address and Subnet Mask in the LAN Settings field. The default static IP address of the Access Point
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    Configuration Screen 3 Clicking Auto Range automatically selects the largest range of addresses available for your network. Alternatively you can manually enter Start and End addresses for the IP address pool. The DHCP server supports up to a maximum of 253 addresses. 4 Enter any Default Gateway
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    to the LAN the following information is displayed: ■ IP address - The Internet Protocol (IP) address issued to the client machine. ■ Host Name - The client machine's host name, if configured. ■ MAC Address - The Media Access Control (MAC) address of the client's network card. ■ Client Type - Whether
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    To improve the security of your wireless network, 3Com recommends that you: 1. Change the SSID from its default value - see page 40 2. Enable Encryption - see page 41 3. Enable Connection Control - see page 44 Configuration Figure 26 Configuration Screen Enable Wireless Networking Allows you to
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    Your Wireless computers must be configured with exactly the same name or you will not be able to establish a connection. The Service Area Name may also be referred to as "ESSID" depending on your networking vendor. By default the Access Point uses the name "3Com". 3Com recommends that you change the
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    is a 64 bit or 128 bit encryption method with user configurable fixed keys. WPA provides a higher level of security, provided by its longer key and dynamic changes made to the key over time. 3Com recommends that you use WPA with any clients which support it. If you enable encryption on the Access
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    42 CHAPTER 4: ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION Figure 27 Encryption Keys Screen showing WPA configuration To enter the pre-shared key as hexadecimal digits: 1 Select Enabled - Manual Pre-shared Key from the WPA Encryption Type drop-down box. 2 Enter a pair of hexadecimal digits in each of the 32 Key
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    Keys Screen showing WEP configuration A Key is a hexadecimal manually enter hex keys. Virtually all manufacturers support this scheme. Enter a two digit hexadecimal number in every box. Hexadecimal numbers are formed from 0-9 and A-F. ■ 3Com Encryption String - This method is supported by 3Com
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    ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION WEP and 13 characters for 128 bit WEP. You must enter a separate string for each of the 4 Keys. You can leave a string blank provided this Key is not selected as the Active Transmit Key. ■ Passphrase - This is another common method and similar to the 3Com Encryption string
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    to the Access Point. By default, any wireless computer that has the same Service Area Name/SSID, channel and encryption settings as the Access Point can connect to it. Select Only Authorised Wireless PCs can connect to the Access Point to enable and configure
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    46 CHAPTER 4: ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION To create a list of Wireless computers that can access the Access Point: 1 Press New. The screen shown in Figure 30 opens. 2 Select one or more MAC addresses of the Wireless PCs that you want to allow to connect to the Access Point. To select multiple MAC
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    that is connected to the Wireless LAN the following information is displayed: ■ MAC Address - The Media Access Control (MAC) address of the client's wireless network card. ■ Connection Speed - The actual speed of of 128 (the maximum number of wireless devices that the Access Point can support).
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    Figure 33 Profile Screen Some 3Com Wireless Network Adapters allow you to import Wireless configurations via a 'profile'. The Access Point can generate a profile so that you do not need to configure your Wireless PCs manually. The profile contains three items as follows: ■ Service Area Name/SSID of
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    Wireless Settings 49 For instructions on how to import a profile, refer to the User Guide that accompanies your 3Com Wireless Network Adapter(s). If, once the profile is imported, the Wireless Network Adapter cannot connect to the Access Point, check that: ■ the adapter is within
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    POINT CONFIGURATION System Tools The main frame of the System Tools screen includes three administration items: Restart, Configuration, and Upgrade (Figure cycling the unit. No configuration information will be lost but the log files will be erased. Any network users who are currently connected to
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    at the factory, click RESET. You will lose all your configuration changes. The Access Point reverts to a DHCP client and will therefore restart requiring a new IP address. To communicate with the Access Point you may need to rerun the DISCOVERY software to find out the IP address of the Access
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    CONFIGURATION The Upgrade facility allows you to install on the Access Point any new releases of system software that 3Com may make available. To install new software, you first need to download the software from the 3Com support during the upgrade procedure; if you do, the software may be corrupted
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    Status and Logs Figure 37 Status and Logs Screen Status and Logs 53 Selecting Status and Logs from the main menu displays the Status and Logs screens (Figure 37) in your Web browser window. The Status screen displays a tabular representation of your network and Internet connection.
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    the current unit status, including a summary of the configuration Logs Logs will allow you to view the events logged by the Access Point You may be asked to refer to the information on the Status and Logs screens if you contact your supplier for technical support. Support and Feedback Figure 38
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    contains a list of Internet links that provide information and support concerning the Access Point (Figure 38). Selecting the Feedback tab from the Support/Feedback screen displays the feedback screen, allows you to provide feedback to 3Com on the operation of your Access Point (Figure 38). This
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    56 CHAPTER 4: ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION
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    the Access Point to Client Bridge mode: 1 Click on the System Tools menu followed by the Configuration tab. 2 Click the RESET... button in the Reset to Factory Default section. The Access Point will restart. You may need to use the Discovery Application to reconnect to your Access Point after it has
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    button and follow the instructions provide on-screen. To configure the Access Point manually see the sections in Password" on page 33 for details of the Password screen. ■ See "Wizard" on page 34 for details of the Wizard screen. The configuration wizard will display options relevant to configuring
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    for your Access Point: 1 Select Unit Configuration. The screen shown in Figure 40 is displayed. 2 Enter an IP Address and Subnet Mask in the LAN Settings field. The default static IP address of the Access Point is 192.168.1.1. You must set a static IP address for your Access Point when in Client
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    can eavesdrop on your network. The Access Point supports two types of encryption: ■ WPA - Wi-FI Protected Access (WPA) is a 256 bit encryption method with keys that change over time. ■ WEP - Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a 64 bit or 128 bit encryption method with user configurable fixed keys.
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    its longer key and dynamic changes made to the key over time. 3Com recommends that you use WPA if supported by your wireless network. The Access Point can only use one type of encryption to access the wireless network. If you enable WPA, the options for WEP will not be available. If you enable
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    - This method allows you to manually enter hex keys. Virtually all manufacturers support this scheme. Enter a two digit hexadecimal number in every box. Hexadecimal numbers are formed from 0-9 and A-F. ■ 3Com Encryption String - This method is supported by 3Com Wireless products. The string can
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    main frame of the System Tools screen includes three administration items: Restart, Configuration, and Upgrade (Figure 43). Restart Figure 43 Restart Screen Status and Logs Support and Feedback The System Tools screens are the same under Access Point mode and Client Bridge mode: ■ See "Restart
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    64 CHAPTER 5: CLIENT BRIDGE MODE CONFIGURATION Logs screens are the same under Access Point mode and Client Bridge mode: ■ See "Support and Feedback" on page 54 for details of the Support and Feedback screens.
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    6 TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Connection Checks ■ Check that the Access Point is connected your Access Point, admin computer and switch together but cannot browse to the Access Point configuration screens, check the following: ■ Confirm that the physical connection between your computer and the
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    is no DHCP server on your network, the DISCOVERY software changes the IP address of the Access Point so that it is in the same subnet as your admin computer. Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults If you can browse to the Access Point configuration screen but cannot log on because you do
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    configured to work in Infrastructure mode and not Ad Hoc mode. The Access Point is designed to operate in Infrastructure mode. Ad Hoc mode is not supported IP settings for all devices are correct. ■ Ensure that the Wireless Clients are using the same SSID or Service allowed MAC addresses if you problem
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    , it is possible that the system software has become corrupted. In this condition, the Access Point will enter a "recovery" state; DHCP is disabled, and the LAN IP address is set to 192.168.1.1. Follow the instructions below to upload a new copy of the system software to a Access Point unit in this
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    disk or available on CD-ROM. The latest software is available on 3Com's Web site at: www.3com.com. 1 Remove power from the Access Point and connect the admin computer to the LAN port. 2 You will need to reconfigure this computer with the following static IP address information: ■ IP address: 192.168
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    and OfficeConnect hubs and switches provide a simple, reliable means of expanding your network; contact your supplier for more information, or visit: http://www.3com.com/ Where can I download software upgrades for the Access Point? Upgrades to the Access Point software are posted on the 3Com support
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    A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 3Com provides a user friendly Discovery application for detecting the Access Point on the network. If you are unable to use the Discovery application, the Access Point on initial power-up will attempt to obtain an IP address from your local DHCP
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    72 APPENDIX A: USING DISCOVERY 2 When the Welcome screen is displayed, select the NIC from which the Access the Wireless 11g Access Point by clicking on it, and press Next. Figure 46 Discovery Finish Screen 4 Click on Finish to launch a web browser and display the login page for the Access Point.
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    , the Access Point must be correctly configured with the following IP information: ■ An IP address ■ A Subnet Mask IP Addresses and Subnet Masks Each device on your network must have a unique IP address to operate correctly. An IP address identifies the address of the device to which data is
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    '255.255.255.0'. See Table 3 for an example about how a network with three computers and a Access Point might be configured. Table 3 IP Addressing and Subnet Masking Device PC 1 PC 2 PC 3 Access Point IP Address 192.168.100.8 192.168.100.33 192.168.100.188 192.168.100.72 Subnet Mask 255.255.255
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    large numbers of users on them. Static Addressing You must enter an IP Address and the subnet mask manually on every device. Using a static IP and subnet mask means the address is permanently fixed. Auto-IP Addressing Network devices use automatic IP addressing if they are configured to acquire an
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    subnet of 169.254.x.x (with a subnet mask of 255.255.0.0). If two devices allocate themselves the same address, the conflict is detected and one of the devices allocates itself a new address. Automatic IP addressing support was introduced by Microsoft in the Windows 98 operating system and is also
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    for the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g or 6 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304.8m (1000ft) Frequency: (US/Canada/Europe) 2.400-2.4835 GHz Sensitivity: 6, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 , QPSK, OFDM Encryption: 40/64 bit WEP, 128 bit WEP, WPA Maximum clients: 128 O/P Power: 18dBm Standard IEEE 802.11b, Direct
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    78 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 105 °F) Power 7VA, 23.9 BThU/hr Humidity 0 % to 90 % (non-condensing) humidity Dimensions ■ Width = 220 mm (8.7 in.) ■ Depth = 135 mm (5.3 in.) ■ Height = 24 mm (1 in.) Weight Approximately 500 g (1.1 lbs)
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    Performance The Access Point has been designed to conform to the Wi-Fi interoperability test standard. Cable Specifications The Access Point supports the following cable types and maximum lengths: ■ Category 3 (Ethernet) or Category 5 (Fast Ethernet or Dual Speed Ethernet) Twisted Pair - shielded
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    80 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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    WARNING: Only stack the Access Point with other OfficeConnect units. WARNING: To ensure compliance with international user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Access Point. If you have a physical problem with the unit that cannot be solved with problem solving actions in this guide
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    und beim Ausbau des Geräts ist mit höchster Vorsicht vorzugehen. VORTSICHT: Stapeln Sie das Geräts nur mit anderen OfficeConnect Gerätes zusammen. VORSICHT: Aufgrund von internationalen Sicherheitsnormen darf das Gerät nur mit dem mitgelieferten Netzadapter verwendet werden. VORSICHT: Die
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    oder zu wartende Teile in dem Gerät vorhanden. Wenn Sie ein Problem mit dem Access Point haben, das nicht mittels der Fehleranalyse in dieser AVERTISSEMENT: Seulement entasser le moyer avec les autres moyeux OfficeConnects. AVERTISSEMENT: Pour garantir le respect des normes internationales de
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    problème physique avec le moyeu qui ne peut pas être résolu avec les actions de la résolution des problèmes dans ce guide, contacter votre fournisseur. AVERTISSEMENT: Débranchez l'adaptateur électrique avant de retirer cet appareil. AVERTISSEMENT: Ports RJ-45. Il s'agit de prises femelles blindées
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    E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 3Com Corporation END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT, THE USE OF WHICH IS LICENSED BY 3COM CORPORATION ("3COM") TO ITS CUSTOMERS FOR THEIR USE
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    rights as are provided in this Agreement, which is 3Com's standard commercial license for the Software. Technical data is provided with limited rights only as Software are as stated on the Limited Warranty Card or in the product manual, whether in paper or electronic form, accompanying the Software
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    messages to the Ethernet LAN. Ad Hoc mode Ad Hoc mode is a configuration supported by most wireless clients. It is used to connect a peer to peer Auto-negotiation Some devices in the OfficeConnect range support auto-negotiation. Auto-negotiation is where two devices sharing a link,
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    is connected to your network. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically assigns an IP address for every computer on your network. Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 contain software that assigns IP addresses to workstations on a network. These assignments are
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    browser), the user is sent to the proper IP address. The DNS server address used by the computers on your home network is the location of the DNS server your ISP has assigned. Encryption A method for providing a level of security to wireless data transmissions. The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g
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    . IP Address Internet Protocol Address. A unique identifier for a device attached to a network using TCP/IP. The address is written as four octets separated with periods (full-stops), and is made up of a network section, an optional subnet section and a host section. ISP Internet Service Provider
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    mask, which may be a part of the TCP/IP information provided by your ISP, is a set of four numbers configured like an IP address. It is used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network (as opposed to valid IP address numbers recognized by the Internet, which must assigned by
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    is now supported on almost all platforms, and is the protocol of the Internet. TCP relates to the content of the data travelling through a network - ensuring that the information sent arrives in one piece when it reaches its destination. IP relates to the address of the end station to which data is
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    WLAN Wireless Local Area Network. A WLAN is a group of computers and devices connected together by wireless in a relatively small area (such as a house or office). WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access. A dynamically changing encryption mechanism for wireless networking. Encryption strength is 256 bit.
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    94 GLOSSARY
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    NIC wireless 14 P Password 23, 33 Profile 48 R Reset to Factory Defaults 51, 66 Restart 50, 63 S Setup Wizard 21, 34 Specifications technical 77 Static Addressing 75 Status 54 Subnet Mask 27, 28, 73 Summary 30 Support Information 54, 63 Support Links 55, 63 T TCP/IP 27, 73 Technical specifications
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    96 INDEX U Unit Configuration 34 Upgrade 51 W Wireless authorised PCs 45 channel selection 39 client list 47 configuration 39, 60 connection control 44 encryption 41, 60 LED 15 networking 66 NIC 14 service area name 40, 60 settings 28, 39, 59
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U.S. responsibility that the Model: Description: 3CRWE454G72 Wireless 11g Access Point to which
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    the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Access Point shall be used in such manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm. This product
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    , the 3Com OfficeConnect Wireless Cable /DSL Gateway must only be installed with approved antennas and a minimum separation distance of 20 cm (8 in) must be maintained from the antenna to any nearby persons. CAUTION: To prevent radio interference to the licensed service
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Part No. DUA0045-4AAA01
Rev. 01
Published July 2003
OfficeConnect
®
Wireless 11g Access Point
User Guide
3CRWE454G72