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    Wireless Network Access Point Creat a faster wireless network User Manual F5D7130
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    Access Point 7 Installation 8 Setting up your Wireless Computer to Configure the WAP 9 Configuring the WAP Using the Advanced Web-Based User Interface . . 10 Configuring the Wireless Network Settings 13 WAP Utilities 21 Setting MAC Address Filtering 21 Restarting the WAP 22 Restoring Factory
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    Belkin 54g Wireless Network Access Point (WAP) and welcome to the world of wireless networking. Now you can take advantage of this great new high-speed wireless technology and gain the freedom you need to share files among your home or office computers-without using cables. The WAP acts as a bridge
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    allowed access to your network. Every computer has its own MAC address. Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the webbased user interface and you can control access to your network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers The WAP supports a variety of networking environments including
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    network installation SOHO users need. Package Contents • Belkin 54g Wireless Network Access Point • Vertical Mounting Base (optional use) • Power Supply • User Manual System Requirements • At least one computer with an installed 54g or 802.11b-compliant wireless Ethernet adapter • TCP/IP networking
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    OVERVIEW Specifications Standards: Wireless: Radio Technology Data Rate Modulation Operating Frequency Protocol Supported: CSMA/CD, TCP, IP, UDP, AppleTalk, and DHCP (client) Management: Browser-based Maximum Users: 32 (WAN)i Ports: LEDs: 1 10Base-T RJ45 port, WAN 1 power jack 1 reset button
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    KNOWING YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT The WAP has been designed to be placed on a desktop vertically or Green WAP is Ready Wireless LAN LED OFF Wireless Network is OFF Green Wireless Network is Ready Blinking Green Indicates Wireless Activity LAN (Network) LED OFF No Network is Linked to the
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    KNOWING YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT Rear Panel Power Jack Antennas RJ45 Ethernet Jack Reset Button Power Jack factory default settings by using the Reset button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password. a. Resetting the WAP Push and release the Reset
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    WIRELESS ACCESS POINT Proper placement of your WAP is important to ensure the best performance of your wireless network the WAP on an upper floor. Use care when choosing the location of your Wireless devices work best in a line-of-sight situation where there are no obstacles between the wireless
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    INSTALLATION Connecting the WAP to a Cable/DSL WAP, Ethernet Switch, or Hub Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin 54g Wireless Network Access Point • Vertical Mounting Base (optional use) • Power Supply • User Manual 1. Select a suitable place for your WAP. 2.
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    In the General Tab select the Internet Protocol TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter and click on the Properties button. 4. Select the "Use the following IP address" radio button. 5. Enter and IP address in the same subnet as the Access Point. For Example: 192.168.2.200 6. Enter the following
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    CONFIGURING THE WAP USING THE ADVANCED WEB-BASED USER INTERFACE Using your Internet browser, you can access the WAP's web-based advanced user interface. In your browser, type "192.168.2.254" (do not type in anything else such as "http://" or "www"). Then press the "Enter" key. Logging
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    WAP USING THE ADVANCED WEB-BASED USER INTERFACE Understanding the Advanced Web-Based User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when you access the advanced webbased user interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the WAP's status and settings. All advanced setup pages
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    CONFIGURING THE WAP USING THE ADVANCED WEB-BASED USER INTERFACE (4) Login/Logout Button This button enables you to log in and out of the WAP with the press of one button. When you are logged into
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    tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), operating channel, and encryption security settings. (1) (2) (3) (4) (1) Wireless Channel Shows you the current channel your WAP is using. You may select one of 11
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    country you reside in. The default channel is 11. The channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at
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    THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your WAP can operate in three different wireless modes: "54g-Auto","54g-Only", and "802.11b-Only". In 54g-Auto mode, the WAP will be compatible with 802.11b and 54g wireless clients simultaneously. This mode is the factory default and
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    CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set Identifier) is used. The default SSID of the WAP is "WLAN". You can change this to anything you want to or you can leave it unchanged. If there
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    change will not be detectable to users of the network. Setting Encryption Automatically Using a Passphrase Note to Mac users: The Passphrase option will not operate with Apple® AirPort®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next
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    CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS 2. Type in a passphrase. A passphrase is like a password. It can be a use by clicking the radio button next to it. Click "Apply Changes". 3. Encryption in the WAP is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured
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    your WAP and your wireless computers. Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Please check your product to see which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit
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    typing in your keys, select which key you want to use by clicking the radio button next to it. Click "Apply Changes". 3. Encryption in the WAP is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same hexadecimal key. Refer to the documentation of
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    in your current WAP firmware. Please check belkin.com for the latest firmware updates that will support his feature. The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to access the network that is not
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    restart or reboot the WAP if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the WAP will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. Restarting the WAP to Restore Normal Operation . If not, type in the WAP's address (default = 192.168.2.254) into the navigation bar of your browser. 22
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    during the restart. 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the WAP's defaults will be restored. The WAP home page should appear automatically. If it does not, type the WAP's address (default = 192.168.2.254) into the navigation bar of your browser. 23
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    performing a firmware update. 1. Click "Save". A window called "File Download" will open. Click "Save". 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the configuration file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name
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    3. When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click "Close". The configuration is now saved. Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 1. Click "Browse". A window will open that allows you to select the location of the
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    complete. Click "OK". 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the WAP's configuration will be restored. The WAP home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the WAP's address (default = 192.168.2.254) into the navigation bar of your browser. 26
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    From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the WAP's firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin website and update your WAP's firmware to the latest
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    , or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location, click "Save". 3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click "Close". The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware
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    A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. All firmware files end with a ".dlf". 2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select the file by double-clicking on the file name. 3. The "Update Firmware" box will now display the location and name of the
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    . If not, type in the WAP's address (default = 192.168.2.254) into the navigation bar of your browser. The firmware update is complete. Changing System Settings The "System Settings" page is where you can enter a new administrator password and set the login timeout of the WAP. Setting or Changing
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    TROUBLESHOOTING You can find technical support information at www.networking.belkin.com or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call 800-223-5546. Technical support is available 24hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week. 31
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    , and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one
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    INFORMATION Canada- Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 for radio equipment. To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product. Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and
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    1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk • The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 20 654 7300 Fax: +31 (0) 20 654 7349 Belkin, Ltd. 7 Bowen Crescent • West Gosford NSW 2250 • Australia Tel: +61 (0) 2 4372 8600 Fax: +61 (0) 2 4372 8603 Belkin Tech Support US: 310.898.1100 ext. 2263 800.223.5546 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55
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User Manual
F5D7130
Wireless Network
Access Point
Creat a faster wireless network