Asus WL-320gP User Manual

Asus WL-320gP - Wireless Access Point Manual

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    ® 802.11g Access Point WL-320gE (For 802.11g and 802.11b Wireless Clients) User's Manual E2802 / Oct 2006
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    intent to infringe. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.  ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    General Fax: +49-2102-959911 Web Site Address: www.asus.com.de Online Contact: www.asus.com.de/sales Technical Support Component Support: +49-2102-95990 Notebook Support: +49-2102-959910 Online Support: www.asus.com.de/support Support Fax: +49-2102-959911 ASUS 802.11g Access Point 
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    Site Survey(AP SCAN 34 3.7.3 Access Control 34 3.7.4 RADIUS Setting 35 3.7.5 Multi-SSID 36 3.7.6 Advanced 37 3.8 IP Config 39 3.9 NAT Setting(in Home Gateway Mode 40 3.10 Internet Firewall(in Home Gateway Mode 41 3.11 System Setup 41 3.11.1 Firmware Upgrade 42  ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    43 3.11.4 Factory Default 44 3.12 Status & Log 45 4. Troubleshooting 46 Common Problems and Solutions 46 Reset to Defaults 47 5. Appendix 50 Operating RF Exposure Guidelines (Access Points 62 FCC RF Exposure Guidelines (Wireless Cards 63 Canadian Department 66 ASUS 802.11g Access Point 
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    user guide Notational conventions • Acronyms are defined the first time they appear in the text. • The ASUS WL-320gE is referred to as the "ASUS 802.11g WLAN AP", or "Access Point the following icons to call your attention to specific instructions or explanations. Note: Provides clarification or non
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    Access version 2 (WPA2). 1.2 Package contents Check the following items in your WL-320gE package. Contact your dealer if any of the item is missing or damaged. • WL-320gE WLAN Access Point x1 • Quick Start Guide x1 • Power adapter x1 (5 Volts DC, 2 Amp) • Support CD x1 (utilities and user's manual
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    Specifications External one dipole 5dBi antenna with Reverse-SMA antenna connector; Supports antenna diversity 20dBm (FCC regulation) or 15 dBm ( LINK (WiFi Association) Wireless Association: • On: client associated (AP/Gateway/Bridge/Repeater mode), or associated to ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    , PEAP) Device Discovery: Discover all ASUS AP/Gateway in network and help user to invoke Web Configuration page. Firmware Restoration: Restore firmware while system enters rescue mode. Uninstall Utilities: Unistall ASUS WL-320gE Wireless AP Utilities. ASUS 802.11g Access Point  1. Introduction
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    range that users will see when the product is installed in their facility. There are no hard and fast specifications. Radio ASUS AP will use. If you limit the range of data rates available to the ASUS AP, you may reduce the effective wireless range of the WLAN coverage. 10 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    Card can only roam between APs of the same type. • All ASUS APs must have the same SSID. • All computers with ASUS WLAN Cards must have the same SSID as the Access Points that they will roam. • If WEP encryption is enabled, then all ASUS APs and client adapters must use the same encryption level and
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    to Know the WL-320gE 1.5.1 Front panel features The ASUS WL-320gE Access Point includes LED indicators which show the system, LAN, wireless network, and link status. PWR LAN AIR LINK PWR (Power) OFF: ON: Blinking: No power or performing boot sequence System ready Firmware upgrade failed
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    slowly AP/Repeater/Bridge/ Reset button. Label ETHERNET RESET DC Description The Ethernet port connects to an Ethernet device such as to a switch or to a router. Press the Reset button to restore to factory default settings. The DC port connects to the power adapter. ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    of obstructions. Refer to the documentation that came with the antennas for mounting and installation instructions. • Try to centrally place the Access Point or its antennas so that it will provide coverage to all of the wireless mobile devices in the area. • Use only the power supply that came with
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    up when the unit is powered ON. The green Link LED will turn ON to indicate that the Access Point has a physical Ethernet network connection. 2.2 Wall Mounting Option The ASUS WL-320gE Access Point is designed to sit on a raised flat surface like a file cabinet or a book shelf. The unit may also
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    disable WEP and set the SSID to "default" for your wireless LAN device. If you want to configure the ASUS 802.11g AP or want to access the Internet through the ASUS 802.11g AP, the TCP/IP settings must be correct. Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be on the IP subnet of the ASUS 802.11g AP. Note
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    Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Advanced IP Settings If you want to set your IP address manually, the following default settings of the ASUS 802.11g AP should be known: • IP address 192.168.1.1 • Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0. If you set your computer's IP manually, it needs to be on the same segment
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    (1) Click Install...Utilities. (2) Click Next. (3) Click Next to accept the default (4) Click Next to accept the default destination folder or click Browse to program folder or enter another specify another path. name. (5) Click Finish when setup is complete. 18 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    since the ASUS 802.11g AP has auto-crossover capability. Wireless Connection If you are using a Notebook with a wireless adapter, you can connect to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager without a wired Ethernet connection. Just make sure your TCP/IP settings are set correctly. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 19
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    and click Config on the device. 3. Software WLAN Utilities Manually Entering the Address You can also open your PC's web browser and enter the default IP address of the ASUS 802.11g AP : http://192.168.1.1 If your computer's IP is not on the same subnet as the ASUS 802.11g AP (192.168.1.X), you
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    . Reset User Name and Password Once connected, a window will ask for the User name and Password to log in. The factory default values are "admin" and "admin". Home Page After logging in, you will see the ASUS 802.11g AP home page. The default pages will be for the Access Point mode. 3. Software
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    Restoration utility from the Windows Start menu. 3. Software WLAN Utilities Using a Hub If you have problems uploading a firmware while using a network hub, try connecting your computer directly to the LAN port. You can use either 10Base-T or 100Base-TX connections. 22 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    the ASUS WL320gE Access Point. The ASUS 802.11g AP supports five operation modes: AP, Gateway, Bridge, URE and Station. The WL-320gE can be setup as Bridge, URE, and Station either in AP mode or Gateway mode. You can change operation modes in Quick Setup or Wireless -> Advanced. 3. Software Access
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    or many Access Points. If you set the same SSID among all access points, wireless security level reaches up to WPA-PSK level. Otherwise, the security level is WEP only. 3. Software Access Point Access Point AP Mode configures the ASUS 802.11g AP for a specific purpose. By default, the ASUS 802.11g
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    (URE) Wireless Repeater Mode allows WL-320gE works as range extender. You can configure the wireless settings under Wireless-Interface sub menu (same as working in Client Mode) the same as root AP, and then the wireless coverage can be boost. 3. Software Access Point ASUS 802.11g Access Point 25
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    Point Mode. 3. Software Access Point 1. Click Next to enter the Quick Setup page. Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS Access Point. 2. Set mode to AP or WDS(Bridge), Station(Client) or URE(Repeater). 3. Setting up your wireless interface. Specify to your wireless router an SSID (Service
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    automatically. 6. Click Save&Restart to restart the wireless router and activate the new settings. 3.6 Quick Setup in Home Gateway Mode To start quick setup in Gateway mode, click Apply to enter the "Quick Setup" page. 3. Software Access Point To set up the ASUS 802.11g AP: 1. Click System Setup
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    the MAC address, and the heartbeat server, fill these information into the boxes on the setting page. If not, click Next to skip this step. 3. Software Access Point PPPoE User If you are a PPPoE service user, select the second line. You would be required to input the username and password provided
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    instructions from 3 to 5 as above Configurating Wireless Interface in Access Point mode on page 26 and page27. You can change to AP or WDS (Bridge), Station (Client), or URE (Repeater) accordingly. Click Save&Restart to restart the wireless router and activate the new settings. ASUS 802.11g Access
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    Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3.7 Wireless Click an item on the menu to reveal a submenu. Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS 802.11g AP. Tips are displayed when you move your cursor over an item. 3.7.1 Interface 3. Software Access Point SSID The SSID is an identification string of
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    Software Access Point Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Channel The 802.11g and 802.11b specifications supports up to 14 overlapping channels for radio communication. To minimize interference, configure each ASUS the support CD. Refer to 3.7.2 Site Survey (AP SCAN) for details. Wireless Mode
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    are the same encryption method and can interoperate on a wireless network. This level of WEP encryption uses a 104bit (26 Hex character) encryption scheme as a secret key which is set by the user, and a 24-bit "Initialization Vector", which is not under user control. 32 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    3. Software Access Point Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Together these two schemes make a 128-bit (104 + 24) encryption scheme. Some vendors refer to this level of WEP as 104-bit and others refer to this as 128-bit. ASUS WLAN products use the term 128-bit when referring to this higher level of
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    (Repeater) mode. Make sure that the Access Point in Client or URE mode. Click "AP SCAN" button in Wireless -> Interface and a new window opens. AP Scan will collect complete AP around information including MAC, SSID, Security, Channel and RSSI (AP wireless signal strength) value. 3. Software Access
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    3. Software Access Point Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Adding a MAC Address The Known Client List collects MAC addresses of known clients, associated to the AP. To add a MAC address to the Access Control List, simply select MAC address from the list then click "Copy" button. Note: Click the "
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    then setup each VLAN property. Each VLAN works with its own VLAN ID and security level independently. 3. Software Access Point Note: To ensure the compatibility of various client card while site survey, we suggest manually specify the SSID of Multi-SSID accordingly. 36 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    SSID -"No" is the default option so that wireless mobile users can see your ASUS 802.11g AP's SSID and associate with your Access Point. If you select "Yes", your ASUS 802.11g AP will not show in site surveys by wireless mobile clients and they will have to manually enter your ASUS 802.11g AP's SSID
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    the wireless network. The default value WDS, Station or URE) either in AP mode or Gateway mode. 3. Software Access Point URE - This section allows you set up parameters for URE. This section only works while in URE mode. SSID - This is the SSID of root AP. The ASUS 802.11g AP can repeat
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    address. You may manually configure the IP address and subnet mask on the "IP Config" page. Enter an IP address and a subnet mask in the field provided to assign the ASUS 802.11g AP a static IP address. If you do not know your Gateway setting, leave it empty (not 0.0.0.0). ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    , like WWW, FTP, provided by a server in your local network accessible for outside users. DDNS allows users to export host names to the Internet through a DDNS service provider. Each time your ASUS 802.11g AP connects to the Internet and gets an IP address from an ISP, this function will update your
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    "Web Access from WAN" in "Internet Firewall - Basic Config". 3.11 System Setup Click this item on the menu to reveal a sub menu. Follow the instructions to setup the ASUS 802.11g AP. Tips are given when you move your cursor over each item. 3. Software Home Gateway ASUS 802.11g Access Point 41
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    problem with your ASUS WLAN equipment, a Technical Support representative may ask you to give your device's Flash Code (Firmware) version. Note: The firmware monitor the status of the Access Point and receive notification of any critical events as they occur on the Access Point. You can set up the
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    Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3. Software Web (Common) 3.11.3 Setting Management This function allows you to save current settings to a file, or load settings takes few minutes and then the system will reboot. New Setting File Click Browse to locate the file. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 43
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    AP while it is ON. See page 21. Push the "Reset" button with a pen or a paper clip for about 5 seconds or until the power LED starts blinking. Note: You will be notified when factory default settings are restored while using the web manager. 3. Software Web (Common) 44 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    to reveal a sub menu. Follow the instructions to setup the ASUS 802.11g AP. Tips are given when you move your cursor over each item. Status Wireless System Up Time It shows how long the ASUS 802.11g AP has been running since the last bootup. 3. Software Web (Common) ASUS 802.11g Access Point 45
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    chapter provides you with troubleshooting tips and solutions. If problems still exist in your Access Point, contact Technical Support as listed on the front of this manual. Common Problems and Solutions Problem The ASUS 802.11g AP does not power up: Solution • Check for faulty ASUS 802.11g AP power
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    Get IP Address Automatically Subnet Mask Gateway System Setup - Password Operation Mode User Name Password Default Value default 6 None No Access Point Only Disabled 192.168.1.1 Yes 255.255.255.0 (blank) Access Point admin admin 4. Troubleshooting ASUS 802
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    Chapter 4 -Troubleshooting Problem My ASUS WLAN Card will not associate with the ASUS 802.11g AP. Solution Follow these steps: 1. Make sure that your WLAN Card and your WLAN Access Point have the same specifications. 2. Try to bring the devices closer together; the ASUS WLAN Card may be out of range
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    How do I upgrade the firmware on the ASUS AP? Solution Periodically, a new Flash Code is available for the ASUS APs on the ftp site at ftp://ftp.asus.com. You can update the ASUS AP's Flash Code using the software described in this User's Manual. 4. Troubleshooting ASUS 802.11g Access Point 49
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    from 2.445 GHz to 2.475 GHz. For each supported regulatory domain, all channels marked with "Yes" shall be supported. In a multiple cell network topology, overlapping and/or 30 MHz. Channel 14 shall be designated specifically for operation in Japan. 5. Appendix 50 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    11 2462 MHz Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 12 2467 MHz Yes Yes 13 2472 MHz Yes Yes Yes 14 2484 MHz Yes 5. Appendix ASUS 802.11g Access Point 51
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    that can be used on existing wireless devices. Basic Service Area (BSS) A set of specifically for indoor wireless use and offers performance much superior to that of spread-spectrum solutions. COFDM works by breaking one high-speed data carrier into several 5. Appendix 52 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    a single IP address from a DHCP server. DNS Server Address (Domain Name System) DNS allows Internet host computers to have a domain name and one or more IP addresses. A DNS server keeps a database of host computers and their respective domain names and IP addresses, so that when a user enters
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    the user. The wireless wireless clients. The ESSID is a unique identifier for your wireless network. Ethernet The most widely used LAN access method, which is defined by the IEEE 802.3 standard. Ethernet is normally a shared media LAN meaning all devices 5. Appendix 54 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    IP addresses from the Internet. A Firewall prevents anyone outside of your network from accessing your computer and possibly damaging or viewing your files. Gateway A network point a carrier sense media access control and physical layer specifications for 1 and 2 Mbps wireless LANs. IEEE 802.11a
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    . The IEEE 802.11b specification allocates the 2.4 GHz frequency band into 14 overlapping operating Channels. Each Channel corresponds to a different set of frequencies. IEEE 802.11g 802.11g is a proposed (to be finalized) new extension to 802.11b (used in 5. Appendix 56 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    network centered about an access point. In this environment, the access point not only provides communication with the wired network but also mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood. IP (Internet Protocol) The TCP/IP standard protocol that defines the IP datagram as the unit
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    IP address. This will enable access to the Internet from any computer on your home network without having to purchase more IP addresses memory storage, land line modems and wireless modems. PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) PPP is a protocol for communication ASUS 802.11g Access Point 5. Appendix
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    client PCs with the same SSID are allowed to establish a connection. Station Any device containing IEEE 802.11 wireless medium access conformity. Subnet Mask A subnet mask is a set of four numbers configured like an IP address. It is used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular
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    -In User Service (RADIUS). It is required to enter a password into their access point or home wireless gateway and each clients that is on the wireless network to keeps out eavesdroppers and other unauthorized users by requiring all devices to have the matching password. 5. Appendix 60 ASUS 802
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    not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or Office. 5. Appendix ASUS 802.11g Access Point 61
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    this device. FCC RF Exposure Guidelines (Access Points) This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247(b)(4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. The
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    Statements FCC RF Exposure Guidelines (Wireless Cards) This device has been tested the antenna is positioned less than [2.5cm] from the user, it is recommended that the user limit the exposure time. Canadian Department of Communications This through Ch13 5. Appendix ASUS 802.11g Access Point 63
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    is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) NOTE: Your ASUS WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. 6. Appendix 64 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    software, including any scripts to control compilation and installation of the object code. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. For more information on how ou can obtain our open source code, please visit our web site. ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 59 Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. 66 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    free software, we are referring to reedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you conditions for copying, distribution and modification follow. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 67
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    (Hereinafter, translation is included without limitaton in the term "modification".) Each licensee is addressed as "you". Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this no charge to all third parties under the terms of this License. 68 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    (or else, saying that you provide a warranty) and that users may redistribute th program under these conditions, and telling the user how to view a copy of this License. (Exception: if Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, ASUS 802.11g Access Point 69
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    to bedistributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, c) Accompany it with the information you received as to the offer to distribute licenses terminated so long as sch parties remain in full compliance. 70 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    to the wide range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute softare through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice. ASUS 802.11g Access Point 71
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    detail to address new problems or Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives of our fre software and of promoting the sharing and reuse of software generally. 72 ASUS 802.11g Access Point
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    OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12. IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRTING OFTHE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS ASUS 802.11g Access Point 73
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802.11g Access Point
WL-320gE
(For 802.11g and 802.11b Wireless Clients)
®
User’s Manual
E2802 / Oct 2006