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- Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 1
2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless-G WIRELESS Access Point with Power Over Ethernet User Guide Model No. WAP54GP - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 2
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. All - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 3
Control Tab 22 The Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab 23 The AP Mode Tab 25 The Administration - Management Tab 28 The Administration - Log Tab 30 The Administration - Factory Default Tab 32 The Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab 32 The Administration - Reboot Tab 33 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 4
37 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 39 Frequently Asked Questions 39 Appendix B: Wireless Security 43 Security Precautions 43 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 43 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 46 Appendix D: Windows Help 47 Appendix E: Glossary 48 Appendix F: Specifications 53 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 5
the Ethernet Network Cable 8 Figure 4-2: Connect the Power 8 Figure 4-3: The Access Point's Stand Slots 9 Figure 4-4: The Access Point's Wall-Mount Slots 9 Figure 5-1: Login Screen 10 Figure 6-1: Setup - Static IP Address 13 Figure 6-2: Setup - Automatic Configuration - DHCP 14 Figure - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 6
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Figure 6-21: Administration - Factory Default 32 Figure 6-22: Administration - Firmware Upgrade 32 Figure 6-23: Administration - Reboot 33 Figure 6-24: Administration - Config Management 34 Figure 6-25: Status - Local Network 35 Figure 6-26 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 7
Point bridges wireless networks of both 802.11g and 802.11b standards and wired networks. Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Access Point, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 8
how to perform basic setting changes through the Web-based Utility. • Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet This chapter explains how to use the Access Point's Web-based Utility for advanced configuration. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 9
• Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Access Point's regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide? - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 10
Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to a wired network when using an access point, such as the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over wired network infrastructure via the access point or wireless router. An infrastructure configuration extends the accessibility of a wireless PC to - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 11
network, connect the Access Point's Ethernet network port to any switch or router. If you want to use Power Over Ethernet (POE), then connect the Access Point to any switch or router that complies with the POE standard (802.3af)-or you can use a POE injector, such as the Linksys WAPPOE or WAPPOE12 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 12
on the front panel. Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Access Point is powered on. Ethernet Green. The Ethernet LED lights up when the Access Point is successfully connected to a device through the Ethernet network port. If the LED is flashing, the Access Point is actively sending to - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 13
erase all of your settings (including wireless security, IP address, and power output) and replace them with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Access Point if you want to retain these settings. Power Port The Power port connects to the Access Point's power adapter. (This port will not be used - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 14
Ethernet (POE) support. POE technology allows a POE adapter (also known as a power injector, power hub, or inline power device) to supply data and power to an Ethernet device using a single Ethernet network cable. To use the Bridge's POE feature, follow the instructions for your specific POE device - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 15
Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet," for directions on how to configure the Access Point. Wall-Mount Option 1. On one of the Access Point's side panels are four rubber feet. Remove four adjacent feet - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 16
2. If you have a PoE switch (e.g. Linksys SRW224P), connect your Access Point and your PC to the same LAN. Configure your PC to have the static IP address on the same subnet as the Access Point's default IP address Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Overview - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 17
time you open the Web-based Utility, use the default password, admin. (You can set a new password from the Administration - Management tab.) Then click the OK button. After setting up the Access Point to use DHCP or manually configure a new IP address, move your Access Point to the desired network - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 18
the password and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) settings. • Log. Configure the Log settings for the Access Point on this screen. • Factory Default. Use this screen to reset the Access Point to its factory default settings. • Firmware Upgrade. Upgrade the Access Point's firmware on - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 19
Address. The IP address must be unique to your network. The default IP address is 192.168.1.245. • Subnet Mask. The Subnet Mask must be the same as that set on the LAN that your Access Point is connected to. The default is 255.255.255.0. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 20
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Select Automatic Configuration - DHCP if you have a DHCP server enabled on the LAN that can assign an IP address to the Access Point. Change these settings as described here and click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 21
wireless network by selecting a number from the drop-down menu. The higher the number, the higher the priority will be. The default is 0. Figure 6-4: Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 15 The Wireless - Basic Wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 22
to save bandwidth and power consumption on client devices. The actual data rate is determined by an Auto-Fallback mechanism between your Access Point and a client device. The default is 54 Mbps Mixed or G-Only mode, 11 Mbps for B-Only mode. Wireless SSID Broadcast. The default is Enabled. This - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 23
stands for Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service.) Refer to the appropriate instructions below after you select the Authentication Type and SSID Interoperability settings. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Access Point, refer to "Appendix B: Wireless Security - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 24
a Key Renewal Timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. The default is 3600 seconds. Figure 6-7: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2Personal) Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The Wireless - Wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 25
a Key Renewal Timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. The default is 3600 seconds. Figure 6-9: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPAEnterprise) Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The Wireless - Wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 26
Key Renewal Timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. The default is 3600 seconds. Figure 6-11: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise Mixed) Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 20 The Wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 27
IP Address. Enter the RADIUS server's IP address. RADIUS Server Port. Enter the port number used by the RADIUS server. The default is 1812. Shared Secret. Enter the Shared Secret key used by the Access Settings - WEP Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 21 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 28
default setting. • Prevent MAC Addresses (specific client devices) from connecting to the Access Point. • Allow MAC Addresses (specific client devices) to connect to the Access Point. Select MAC Address From Networked Computers Instead of manually entering the MAC address of each client, the Access - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 29
, so they know at which rates the Access Point can support. One of the rates is picked from the list for transmitting control frames, broadcast/multicast frames, or ACK frames. To support both 802.11b & 802.11g devices, use the default Mixed mode setting so that frames can be decoded by all - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 30
and click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. Help information is displayed on the right-hand side of the screen, and click More for additional details. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 24 The Wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 31
can allow the signal to be repeated up to 3 repeaters. For an example of a repeater, you can use the Access Point with the Linksys Wireless-G Range Expander (model number: WRE54G). Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The AP Mode Tab Figure 6-16: AP Mode 25 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 32
feature only works with the Linksys Wireless-G Exterior Access Point (model number: WAP54GPE) and Wireless-G Interior Access Point (model number: WAP54GP). To configure a Wireless Repeater environment, click Wireless Repeater and enter the MAC addresses of the remote access points in the MAC fields - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 33
point in Wireless Bridge mode. In order for your other wireless devices to access the Access Point, you must reset it to Access Point mode. The two modes are mutually exclusive. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet The AP Mode Tab Figure 6-18: Site Survey 27 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 34
this screen you can configure the password, Web Access, and SNMP settings. AP Password You should change the username/password that controls access to the Access Point's Web-based Utility. Local AP Password User Name. Modify the administrator username. The default is admin. AP Password. Modify the - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 35
with Power Over Ethernet Device Name. Enter the name you wish to give to the Access Point. Location. Enter the location of the Access Point. Get Community. Enter the password that allows read-only access to the Access Point's SNMP information. The default is public. Set Community. Enter the password - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 36
protocol used to capture information about network activity. The Access Point supports this protocol and send its activity logs to an external server. To enable Syslog, select Enabled. The default is Disabled. Syslog Server IP Address. Enter the IP address of the Syslog server. In addition to the - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 37
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet System Error Messages. If you want to log system error messages, click the checkbox. Configuration Changes. If you want to log any configuration changes, click the checkbox. Change these settings as described here and click Save Settings to apply your - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 38
use. Firmware Upgrade Before you upgrade the Access Point's firmware, note all of your custom settings. After you upgrade its firmware, you will have to re-enter all of your configuration settings. To upgrade the Access Point's firmware: 1. Download the firmware upgrade file from the Linksys website - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 39
Save Settings to apply your change and the Access Point will reboot itself, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your change. Help information is displayed on the right-hand side of the screen. Figure 6-23: Administration - Reboot Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 40
to upload or download configuration files for the Access Point. Save Configuration. To save a backup configuration file on a computer, click the Save Configuration to File button and follow the on-screen instructions. Restore Configuration. To upload a configuration file to the Access Point, enter - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 41
of the Access Point's current software. Local MAC Address. The MAC address of the Access Point's Local Area Network (LAN) interface is displayed here. System Up Time. This is the length of time the Access Point has been running. Local Network IP Address. This shows the Access Point's IP Address, as - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 42
if Priority feature is not enabled. To update the status information, click the Refresh button. Help information is displayed on the right-hand side of the screen. Figure 6-26: Status - Wireless Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 36 The Status - Wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 43
current settings and data transmissions. System Performance Wired Name. This indicates that the statistics are for the wired network, the LAN. IP Address. The Access Point's local IP address is displayed here. MAC Address. This shows the MAC Address of the Access Point's wired interface. Connection - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 44
of packets being dropped after they were received. To update the status information, click the Refresh button. Help information is displayed on the right-hand side of the screen. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 38 The Status - System Performance Tab - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 45
A: Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 46
moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single Access Point. Before using the roaming function, the user must make sure that the computer is set to the same channel number as the Access Point of the dedicated coverage area. To achieve true seamless connectivity, the wireless - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 47
speed wireless capabilities in the hands of users broadcast power software side, the WLAN series offers a variety of wireless security methods to enhance security and access control. Users can set it up depending upon their needs. Can Linksys wireless products support file and printer sharing? Linksys - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 48
is usually permanent. Unlike IP addresses, which can change every time a computer logs on to the network, the MAC address of a device stays the I reset the Access Point? Press the Reset button on the back of the Access Point for about ten seconds. This will reset the unit to its default settings. How - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 49
precautions to take (as shown in this User Guide) (at least steps 1 through 5 should be followed): 1. Change the default SSID. 2. Disable SSID Broadcast. 3. Change the default password for the Administrator account. 4. Enable MAC Address Filtering. 5. Change the SSID periodically. 6. Use the - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 50
broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is "linksys".) Hackers know these defaults -Bit block data encryption. RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) utilizes a RADIUS server for authentication and the use of - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 51
, select the type of WPA algorithm, TKIP or AES. Enter the RADIUS server's IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the device and the server. Last, enter a Group Key Renewal period, which instructs the device how often it should change the encryption keys. RADIUS. WEP used in - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 52
Ethernet Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Access Point's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Administration - Firmware Upgrade tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Download the firmware upgrade file from the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. 2. Extract the firmware upgrade file on - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 53
that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP Before a computer can communicate with the Access Point, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 54
a dynamic IP address. Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by "leasing" an IP address to a user for - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 55
into IP addresses. Domain - A specific name for a network of computers. Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines. Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 56
to determine whether a particular IP address is online. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet. Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 57
/Internet Protocol) - A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network. Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs. TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password capability. Throughput - The - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 58
Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address that communicate with each other wirelessly. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - a wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 59
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Appendix F: Specifications Model Standards Ports Buttons Cabling Type LEDs Transmit Power Security Features WEP Key Bits Dimensions (W x H x D) Unit Weight Power Certifications Operating Temp. Storage Temp. WAP54GP IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 60
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Operating Humidity 5% to 95% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 95% Non-Condensing Appendix F: Specifications 54 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 61
to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser. If the Product proves defective during the Warranty Period call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization Number, if applicable. BE - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 62
Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Appendix H: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications the instructions, and on, the user is encouraged to set storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Industry Canada (Canada - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 63
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Règlement d'Industry Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : 1. Ce ) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 64
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Appendix H: Regulatory Information 58 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 65
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Dual-Band Wireless Access Point For more information, visit www.linksys.com. Appendix H: Regulatory Information 61 - Linksys SRW224P | Cisco WAP54GP Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet - Page 68
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