Motorola WA840GP User Guide
Motorola WA840GP - Wireless Access Point Router Manual
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User Guide WA840 Wireless Access Points WA840G and WA840GP WA840G WA840GP - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 2
OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE INSTALLATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 3
WE800G, WA840G/GP, WN825G/GP, WPCI810G/GP, and WU830G Wireless LAN products are wireless network products that use Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology. These products are designed to be inter-operable with any other wireless DSSS type product that complies with: • The IEEE 802.11 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 4
Installation...2-3 Wall Mount Installation...2-3 Electrical Connection to Access Point 2-6 Easy Software Setup...2-7 Manual Software Setup...2-7 Wired Connection to Access Point 2-7 Wireless Connection to Access Point 2-8 Configure Your Computers ...2-10 Configuring Windows 98SE and ME 2-11 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 5
3-6 Options related to: ENABLING PRIMARY ACCESS POINT FUNCTIONS 3-6 Options related to: ENABLING TIME-RELATED FUNCTIONS 3-8 Options related to: LOGGING WA840 ACTIVITY 3-9 BASIC Page Action Buttons...3-10 The LAN (Local Area Network) Configuration Page 3-11 LAN Page - Commonly Used Configuration - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 6
Matching Settings in the WA840 and Wireless Clients 3-68 The FIRMWARE Configuration Page 3-72 FIRMWARE Page Configuration Options 3-72 Section 4: Troubleshooting 4-1 Contact Us ...4-1 Hardware Solutions ...4-1 My computer is experiencing difficulty in connecting to the access point 4-2 Software - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 7
802.11g networking. Upgradeable firmware keeps the access point's control software up-to-date. The WA840 captures the latest technology in a package that will stay current for many years, protect your home network, and provide you with easy home network management. Wireless Access Point WA840GP - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 8
supports Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and Media Access Control (MAC) filtering protocols, giving you the choice to share your Internet connection with only those you designate. Your Motorola Wireless Access Point WA840 connects and protects you. Built-in security coupled with upgradeable firmware - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 9
Utility that manages your access point. Troubleshooting Details helpful solutions to common access point problems. Glossary List of terms and acronyms. Box Contents Your box contains the following: WA840GP WA840G Antenna Ethernet Cable Antenna Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Base Station Stand - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 10
. The device you hook up your wireless access point to will identify itself with an IP address so that the network will know where to retrieve and deposit requested information. Static IP Address A static IP address is a fixed address that is assigned manually to a device on the network. Static - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 11
used, designated by the lower case letter after the standard. For example, your access point supports both the 'b' and 'g' specifications. The 802.11b specification transmits data rates up to 11 Mbps while the 802.11g specification transmits data rates up to 54 Mbps. These are theoretical speeds so - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 12
, the WA840 wirelessly connects its wireless clients to other access points. Wireless-Only Broadband Router Mode Your wireless access point serves as the centerpiece of your network, allowing you to share files, printers, and the Internet connection. A sample wireless-only broadband router setup is - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 13
acts as the gateway router to your network; it sends devices information such as requests for Internet access, file sharing, or multiplayer games. The access point acts as a gateway router for your network; it intelligently distributes information to allow sharing of a single broadband connection - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 14
sections describe the physical characteristics of your access point. For instructions on installing your access point, see Section 2: Installation. Back of Access Point The following illustration shows the WA840 back panel: Power Reset LAN Antenna Feature Power Receptacle LAN Port Power - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 15
the access point to the factory defaults, press and hold the Reset button for more than five seconds. This clears the access point's Username, Password, IP Address, Subnet Mask and Operation Mode. To re-configure the access point, see Section 3: Configuration. Antenna The antenna used for wireless - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 16
reset button is held down, the LED starts to blink RED, and the access point's username, password, private LAN IP address, private subnet mask address and operation mode are restored to factory default settings. If the Power LED stays RED for longer than 5 seconds, this indicates that the firmware - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 17
Software Setup. Follow the prompts. If you prefer to set up the access point's software manually, refer to the Manual Software Setup found in this section. The following sections provide detailed instructions for completing these tasks. Hardware Setup Hardware setup includes: Antenna Installation - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 18
Section 2 Installation Access Point Physical Installation For the WA840GP, you can install the access point horizontally or vertically. The WA840G can only be installed horizontally. Either access point can be mounted on a wall. Horizontal Installation 1 Place the access point in the desired - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 19
procedures for connecting and configuring the access point. Wall Mount Installation If you mount the access point on the wall, you must: Position the access point as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or business communications services. Follow all local standards for - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 20
PPPPMMYJJJSSSSSCAABBCCCC MODEL: WA840G Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE WIRELESS MAC: AB CD EF 01 23 45 MADE IN TAIWAN The illustration is drawn at a one-to-one scale, which means that when printed, it provides the exact dimensions required to mount the access point - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 21
Installation Section 2 2 Click the Print icon or choose Print from mm (#10-16 x 1½ inch) screws with a flat underside and maximum screw head diameter of 10.5 mm to mount the access point. 9 Using a screwdriver, turn each screw until part of it protrudes from the wall, as shown: - There must be - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 22
panel, from the bottom of the access point to uncover the keyholes. 11 Place the access point so the keyholes are above the mounting screws. 12 Slide the access point down until it stops against the top of the keyhole opening. 13 Follow the installation procedures for connecting and configuring the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 23
configuration. Manual Software Setup If you'd prefer to manually set up your network, use this section to configure it. This section details the physical connection of the access point to your network as well as the configuration needed by your PC. To set up your wireless network: Physically - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 24
advanced WA840 configuration, review and adjust any and all configuration options as desired. Field codes requiring more advanced knowledge to configure are labeled with black letters. Wireless Connection to Access Point WARNING! When first configuring your access point, it is recommended that - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 25
the PC to the access point through a wireless connection, ensure the PC's wireless adapter SSID (Service Set Identifier) is set the access point's SSID. 2 Your PC's wireless adapter may need to be configured to work with the WA840. By default, the WA840 has a LAN IP Address of 192.168.40.1. The - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 26
2 Installation Refer to your wireless adapter's documentation for instructions on how to review and adjust these settings. NOTE: You can make wireless connections PC's network setting to specify a static IP address for the computer that is going to communicate with the access point. After initial - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 27
and ME 1 Click Start. 2 Select Settings > Control Panel. 3 Double-click Network. The Network window is displayed. Section 2 4 On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP line the for the appropriate Ethernet adapter on your PC. There may be multiple adapters installed - choose only the one that is - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 28
check to see if the installation files are installed at c:\windows\options\cabs. Otherwise, load your Windows CD and follow the prompts. 12 Restart your computer to save your settings. 13 Proceed to the Configure Your Wireless Security Settings section to set up the security settings. 2-12 WA840 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 29
Installation Section 2 Configuring Windows 2000 1 Click Start. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select Control Panel. 4 Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections. 5 Double-click Local Area Connection. The Local Area Connection Status window is displayed. 6 Click Properties. WA840 2-13 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 30
Section 2 The Local Area Connection Status window is displayed. Installation 7 Ensure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected. 8 Click to highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 2-14 WA840 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 31
Installation The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window is displayed. Section 2 9 Enter 192.168.40.10 in the IP Address field. 10 Enter 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field. 11 Click OK twice. 12 Restart your computer to save your settings. 13 Proceed to the Configure Your Wireless - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 32
Section 2 Installation Configuring Windows XP This configuration assumes you have retained the default interface for Windows XP. If you are running the 'Classic' interface, please follow the instructions for Windows 2000. 1 Click Start. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select Control Panel. 4 Double-click - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 33
Installation The Local Area Connection Properties window is displayed. Section 2 7 Ensure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected. 8 Click to highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. WA840 2-17 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 34
is displayed. Installation 9 Enter 192.168.40.10 in the IP Address field. 10 Enter 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field. 11 Click OK twice. 12 Restart your computer to save your settings. 13 Proceed to the Configure Your Wireless Security Settings section to set up the security settings. 2-18 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 35
wireless access point or a wireless-only broadband router. When you login to the utility for the first time, you will find all options set to these factory defaults, unless you have already made changes by running the WA840 Installation Wizard CD version of firmware may differ slightly. WA840 3-1 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 36
192.168.40.1 (the Access Point's default IP address). Press the Enter key. The login window will appear (the WA840G login window is shown in the example below): 2 Enter the User Name. The default factory setting is admin. 3 Enter the Password. The default factory setting is motorola. Once you have - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 37
Figure 3-2 Configuration Page Selection Bar You can access any page by moving the cursor over a allows you to configure your WA840 to support connections to broadband services. STATUS: This page displays information wireless connections. FIRMWARE: This page allows you to upgrade the firmware - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 38
in white on the BASIC Page, for easy reference. These fields are the most commonly used or adjusted, in supporting typical uses of the WA840 as a wireless access point or a wireless-only broadband router. The rest of the configuration options are provided primarily for advanced users. 3-4 WA840 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 39
DEFAULT: admin Configuration Login Password: Sets your password to access this Web-based Configuration Utility. FACTORY DEFAULT: motorola NOTE: Once you have logged in, for security reasons you should change the default User Name and Password. If necessary, the default settings can be reset - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 40
DEFAULT: admin Configuration Sets your password to access this Web-based Configuration Utility. Login Password: FACTORY DEFAULT: motorola NOTE: Once you have logged in, for security reasons you should change the default User Name and Password. If necessary, the default settings can be reset - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 41
operates as a wireless access point with the router functions disabled, all WA840 configuration options that use the IP addresses of local network devices protection software. NOTE: Firewall is greyed out to Disabled if Operation Mode (above) is set to Access Point. FACTORY DEFAULT: Disabled - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 42
additional user configuration. • Selecting Disabled does not allow these software programs to automatically manage compatibility with the Access Point. NOTE: UPnP requires router functions to be enabled. This setting will only be used if Operation Mode (above) is set to Router. FACTORY DEFAULT - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 43
. FACTORY DEFAULT: Motorola time servers are listed in fields 1 and 2; field 3 is blank. Options related to: LOGGING WA840 ACTIVITY Field Event Log Destination Address: (ADVANCED) Connection Logging: (ADVANCED) Description Sets an IP address as the destination for the posting of wireless-only - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 44
. Restarts your WA840. This can be used to reset WA840 logs and refresh information. This button resets all configuration options to their original factory default settings. NOTE: This button will reset configuration options on all pages to defaults, not just the options on the BASIC Page. 3-10 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 45
factory defaults, to support most typical uses of the WA840 as a wireless access point or a wireless-only broadband router. Therefore, none of the configuration options on the LAN Page are highlighted in white. LAN Page configuration options are provided primarily for advanced users. WA840 3-11 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 46
DEFAULT: Static Sets the IP address for the WA840 LAN connections, when the Protocol field is set to Static. NOTE: Changing this IP Address will change the address at which you access the Web-based Configuration Utility. NOTE: Changing this IP Address should be coordinated with the IP addresses - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 47
if the Operation Mode on the BASIC Page is set to Access Point. NOTE: You will need to disable the DHCP Server, and assign static IP addresses, if you wish to use features on the ROUTING Page. FACTORY DEFAULT: Disabled Sets the start of the IP address range that the DHCP server will lease to clients - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 48
to Router. FACTORY DEFAULT: Enabled Sets static routes to up to five specific clients on your local network. For each route, a Destination IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway must be entered, along with the number of intermediate Access Points (or "Metric") between this Access Point and the client - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 49
and committing the new selections that have been made. Cancel If no errors were made in the new selections, the prior selections (including any default settings) will be overridden with your new selections. If errors were made in the new selections, you can return to the LAN Page to correct - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 50
Network) Configuration Page This page allows you to configure your WA840 to support connections to broadband services via cable, DSL, or other connections to your home or office. (NOTE: Your WA840 must be configured as a wireless-only router to use the WAN capabilities) Figure 3-5 Wide Area Network - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 51
or adjusted, in supporting typical uses of the WA840 as a wireless-only router. The rest of the configuration options are provided primarily for advanced users. Field Connection Mode: PPPoE Username: PPPoE Password: PPPoE Service Name: Description Sets the method by which an IP address is assigned - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 52
, and DSL gateways. Static - An IP address is manually assigned to the WAN connection. PPPoE - Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) is used. PPPoE is typically used with DSL modems. Disabled - The WAN connection is disabled. FACTORY DEFAULT: Static Sets the selected connection to be the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 53
: The built-in WA840 WAN MAC address. Options related to: SETTING UP A STATIC BROADBAND CONNECTION Field IP Address: (ADVANCED) Subnet Mask: (ADVANCED) Description Sets the IP address of the selected connection. FACTORY DEFAULT: 192.168.40.1 Sets the IP Subnet Mask of the selected connection - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 54
DEFAULT: (blank) Sets up to three IP addresses for Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) servers to use for resolving NetBIOS names. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) Options related to: SETTING UP A PPPoE BROADBAND CONNECTION Field PPPoE Username: PPPoE Password: PPPoE Service Name: Description Sets - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 55
Time: (ADVANCED) PPPoE Keep Alive: (ADVANCED) PPPoE MRU: (ADVANCED) PPPoE MTU: (ADVANCED) Description Sets the name of the PPP access concentrator, as may be required by some ISPs. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) Sets whether the PPP connection should be automatically disconnected if no traffic has been - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 56
SERVICE Field DDNS Server: (ADVANCED) DDNS User Name: (ADVANCED) DDNS User Password: (ADVANCED) DDNS Host Name: (ADVANCED) Description The WA840 supports a feature called Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS), which enables you to assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 57
each route, a Destination IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway must be entered, along with the number of intermediate routers (or "Metric") between this router and the client. NOTE: These settings are only used if the Operation Mode on the BASIC Page is set to Router. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) WA840 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 58
were made in the new selections, the prior selections (including any default settings) will be overridden with your new selections. If errors were made applied. Releases the current IP address leased to the selected WA840 WAN connection. Renews the IP address lease for the selected WA840 WAN - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 59
Logging selection made on the BASIC Page. Connections are typically listed with: • the date and time the connection was made, • the communication protocol used, • the IP address of the connecting client. WA840 3-25 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 60
WA840 must be configured as a wireless-only router to use the filtering capabilities) One potential use of these filters is to set parental controls on the use adjustment from factory defaults, to support most typical uses of the WA840 as a wireless access point or a wireless-only broadband router. - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 61
communications are filtered as per the LAN MAC Filter Mode. NOTE: A MAC address has a format of: XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) Sets rules whereby LAN clients (specified by IP address) are not allowed access to certain port ranges during specified times. For example, clients might be - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 62
procedures for data exchange between hosts. • Selecting UDP restricts use of the User Datagram Protocol, which is used in conjunction with the Internet Protocol (IP) to send data in the form of message units. FACTORY DEFAULT: TCP (3) Destination Port Range: These two fields define a range of ports - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 63
and committing the new selections that have been made. Cancel If no errors were made in the new selections, the prior selections (including any default settings) will be overridden with your new selections. If errors were made in the new selections, you can return to the FILTERS Page to correct - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 64
these three types of parental controls on your WA840. Blocking Internet Use at All Times - Using MAC Addresses For this example, we assume that: • there is one PC to be restricted, and • the MAC address of that PC is 00:0C:E5:4F:E7:91. Step 1: At the LAN MAC Filter Mode - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 65
be restricted. NOTE: If you intend to restrict multiple clients in the home, it is best to assign them consecutive IP addresses, to allow you to enter a single LAN IP Address Range without disabling another client. Step 2: Under Protocol, select TCP on one line and UDP on the next. Step 3: Under - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 66
to do this: (1) The "manual" approach: Enter the Web-based Configuration "automated" approach: Use day and time settings on LAN Usage Filters, automatically engaging and Friday. Step 1: At LAN Usage Filters, under LAN IP Address Range, enter the IP address(es) of the PC(s) to be restricted. NOTE: - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 67
Configuration Section 3 Step 3: Under Destination Port Range, enter the entire port range (0 through 65535) on each line. Step 4: Under From Day and To Day, select the first day the restrictions should be in place, and then the first day the restrictions should no longer be in place. If a - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 68
Friday, all day, and • the Internet game to be restricted requires port 28910 for TCP communications. Step 1: At LAN Usage Filters, under LAN IP Address Range, enter the IP address(es) of the PC(s) to be restricted. NOTE: If you intend to restrict multiple clients in the home, it is best to assign - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 69
Configuration Section 3 Step 2: Under Protocol, select the protocol which applies to the communications to be restricted. Step 3: Under Destination Port Range, enter the port(s) to be restricted. Step 4: Under From Day and To Day, select the first day the restrictions should be in place, and - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 70
that use the Internet. (NOTE: Your WA840 must be configured as a wireless-only router to use the routing capabilities) Figure 3-5 ROUTING Page ROUTING typically require any adjustment from factory defaults, to support most typical uses of the WA840 as a wireless-only router. Therefore, none of the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 71
Options Field DMZ IP Address: (ADVANCED) Port Forwards: (ADVANCED) Description Sets one device on your local network (specified by IP address) to be a De-militarized Zone (DMZ). A DMZ receives all broadband communication requests that might otherwise be blocked by the Access Point's firewall, as - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 72
Port Forwards: (continued) Port Triggers: (ADVANCED) (2) LAN IP Address: Sets the client on your local network (specified by IP address) to which communications will be forwarded. This information must be entered for each port forward. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) (3) LAN Port Range: These two fields - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 73
hosts. • Selecting UDP monitors the User Datagram Protocol, which is used in conjunction with the Internet Protocol (IP) to send data in the form the Outbound Protocol. This selection must be made for each port trigger. FACTORY DEFAULT: TCP (4) Inbound Port Range These two fields ("Start" and "End") - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 74
Section 3 Configuration Port Triggers: (continued) Below are common Port Trigger entries for some popular Internet applications: AOL® Instant MessengerTM (1) Outbound Protocol: TCP (2) Outbound Port Range: 5190 (3) Inbound Protocol: TCP (4) Inbound Port Range: 5190 DirectX® 7 (1) Outbound - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 75
and committing the new selections that have been made. Cancel If no errors were made in the new selections, the prior selections (including any default settings) will be overridden with your new selections. If errors were made in the new selections, you can return to the ROUTING Page to correct - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 76
Section 3 The WIRELESS Configuration Page Figure 3-9 WIRELESS Page - Wireless Modes / Performance Configuration 3-42 WA840 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 77
Configuration Section 3 This page allows you to configure the wireless network created by your WA840's built-in wireless access point. You can consider the WIRELESS page to be divided into three key sets of options: 1) Wireless Mode / Performance Options: Configuration options tied to establishing - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 78
can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters. FACTORY DEFAULT: motorola + the Wireless MAC address Sets which wireless channel to use (e.g., when Country is set to the United States, the available channels are numbered 1 through 11). If you encounter poor wireless performance due to interference, you can - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 79
characters. FACTORY DEFAULT: motorola + the Wireless MAC address Sets whether or not the WA840 openly broadcasts its SSID over the wireless network, for FACTORY DEFAULT: Open Sets whether or not associated wireless clients will be able to communicate with each other through the Access Point. - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 80
to use. NOTE: The 2.4 GHz radio band supports both 802.11g and 802.11b devices, unless you disable backward compatibility through the setting of the Wireless Mode below. FACTORY DEFAULT: 802.11g (2.4 GHz) Sets which wireless channel to use (e.g., when Country (above) is set to the United States, the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 81
conditions (range, interference, etc.). Select Auto to enable this feature. FACTORY DEFAULT: Auto Sets how the WA840 advise wireless clients of the data rate at which to communicate. • Select Default for compatibility with both 802.11g and 802.11b clients. • Select All for compatibility with all - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 82
all at once. This is part of the scheme by which the wireless channel is shared among multiple users. The fragmentation threshold sets the size of these "packets", in bytes. The entered value must be between 256 and 2346. FACTORY DEFAULT: 2346 Sets the packet size, in bytes, for Request to Send (RTS - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 83
function, this Frame Bursting feature must also be supported and enabled in associated wireless clients. • Selecting On engages Frame Bursting. • Selecting Off disengages Frame Bursting. FACTORY DEFAULT: Off on WA840G, On on WA840GP The WA840GP can boost wireless performance by up to 35% when used - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 84
those devices are associated with the WA840GP. 2) When using the Performance Enhancement, the Wireless Mode (above) should be Support (below). To enable WMM features, you will need to set Performance Enhancement to Off. FACTORY DEFAULT: On on WA840GP Off (greyed out and unchangeable) on WA840G - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 85
. FACTORY DEFAULT: Off NoAcknowledgement: (ADVANCED) Enables No-Acknowledgment operation in WMM, entrusting that the WA840 and clients can share prioritization settings without the need to transmit acknowledgement messages. Disabling acknowledgement messages can free up wireless network capacity - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 86
Access (EDCA) to prioritize traffic on the wireless network. EDCA requires that wireless devices assign each intended transmission a priority, within an Access Category (AC). WMM defines 4 Access ") to each, based on three prioritization settings, set per AC: • Arbitrary Inter-Frame Space - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 87
. FACTORY DEFAULTS: All settings Off Options related to: CONFIGURING THE WA840 AS A WIRELESS BRIDGE (to extend an existing wireless network) Field Wireless Bridge Operation: (ADVANCED) Description In a typical wireless network configuration, the WA840 serves as wireless access point for clients - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 88
(ADVANCED) Description Sets your wireless interface to operate as an Access Point/Wireless Bridge rather than a Wireless Bridge Only • Selecting Access Point/Wireless Bridge retains the WA840's capability to support associations with wireless clients. • Selecting Wireless Bridge Only configures the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 89
related to: RESTRICTING WIRELESS ACCESS TO SPECIFIC USERS Field Wireless MAC Restriction Mode: (ADVANCED) Restricted Wireless MAC Addresses: (ADVANCED) Authenticated Clients: (DISPLAY ONLY) Description Sets restrictions on which wireless clients (specified by wireless MAC address) are allowed to - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 90
If no errors were made in the new selections, the prior selections (including any default settings) will be overridden with your new selections. If errors were made in the new selections, you can return to the WIRELESS Page to correct and re-apply them. Cancels all changes you have made on the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 91
parameters are highlighted in this section in order to help you establish a recommended level of wireless security. However, all security options are presented, so that you can match WA840 security settings to the capabilities of the devices with which you will use the WA840. Figure 3-6 SECURITY - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 92
Dial-In User Service) authentication server to verify the identity of a client device with a "shared secret" (similar to a password) and dynamically generate an encryption key. 802.1X Authentication can be used with or without 802.11 Authentication. 3) Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) authentication - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 93
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) standards. If you intend to use wireless devices with the WA840 that are not capable of supporting WPA, then is enabled separately from WPA Encryption (below). FACTORY DEFAULT: Disabled RECOMMENDED SETTING: Enabled Enables WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) authentication - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 94
field to review the entered value. This will allow you to recall your WPA Pass Phrase and enter it into the wireless devices with which the WA840 will communicate. NOTE: A WPA Pass Phrase cannot be entered unless WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is Enabled. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) DRECOMMENDED SETTING: A Pass - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 95
criteria for wireless clients. This "shared" authentication assumes that Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is used, and that WEP encryption keys have previously been shared between the client and access point. • Selecting Open disables 802.11 authentication. • Selecting Shared enables 802.11 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 96
options related to "Setting Up Compatibility with a RADIUS Server". NOTE: WPA2 requires a WPA Encryption method (below). FACTORY DEFAULT: Disabled Enables clients to authenticate, in advance, with multiple access points, in order to roam quickly among access points. • Selecting Enabled allows - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 97
3) WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK (below) can be enabled concurrently to support devices with mixed capabilities. 4) WPA-PSK can be used concurrently with WEP enabled separately from WPA Encryption (below). FACTORY DEFAULT: Disabled Enables Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 (WPA2) authentication using the Pre - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 98
support a mix of devices using these two encryption methods. NOTE: WPA Encryption is greyed out and unchangeable unless WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK is Enabled. FACTORY DEFAULT: TKIP Sets review the entered value. This will allow you to recall your WPA Pass Phrase and enter it into the wireless - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 99
the entry of at least one WEP Network Key (below). FACTORY DEFAULT: Disabled Sets up to four specific encryption keys which be used with WEP encryption. not be secure. 3) WEP Network Keys need not be entered if 802.1X Authentication (above) is Enabled, since the RADIUS server will dynamically - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 100
) RADIUS Shared Secret: (ADVANCED) Network Reauthentication Interval: (ADVANCED) Sets the IP address for the RADIUS server. NOTE: A RADIUS Server can only be entered if 802.1X Authentication, WPA, or WPA2 (above) is Enabled. FACTORY DEFAULT: (blank) Sets the port number for the RADIUS server. NOTE - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 101
and committing the new selections that have been made: Cancel If no errors were made in the new selections, the prior selections (including any default settings) will be overridden with your new selections. If errors were made in the new selections, you can return to the SECURITY Page to correct - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 102
Client Security Match Example, • The client is equipped with a Motorola WN825 Wireless Notebook Adapter or a Motorola WPCI810 Wireless PCI Adapter (either of which can support WPA-PSK) and is using the Motorola-provided wireless utility to manage the adapter, and • You cannot immediately recall - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 103
Configuration Section 3 Step 4: Open the client's Motorola Wireless Configuration Utility by right clicking on the wireless icon in the taskbar, and selecting Open Utility. Step 5: On the Wireless Networks tab, locate the Network Name (SSID) for your WA840 in the Available networks window, and - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 104
Section 3 Configuration Step 6: On the Wireless Network Properties tab, enter the authentication and encryption methods enabled in your WA840, under Network Authentication and Data Encryption, and, in the case of WPA- - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 105
Configuration Section 3 Step 7: Back on the Wireless Networks tab, click Apply and then OK. Your wireless security parameters are now matched, and this client should now be able to securely communicate with the WA840. WA840 3-71 - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 106
.motorola.com/homenetworking and clicking the "Support and Downloads" link.) Figure 3-6 FIRMWARE Page FIRMWARE Page Configuration Options Field Firmware Version: (DISPLAY ONLY) New Firmware: Description Shows the version of firmware currently installed in your WA840. Sets a new firmware version - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 107
adapter) is installed correctly and is active. Ensure that your wireless adapter's radio signal is enabled. Review your adapter's documentation for further instructions. Ensure that your wireless adapter for your PC and the wireless access point have the same security settings that will allow - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 108
test the connection. Before attempting, ensure that Obtain an IP address automatically has been selected in the computer's settings and that you have an IP address assigned. Refer to Configure Your Computers in Section 2: Installation, for further details. 1 Open a command prompt by clicking Start - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 109
computer is not the cause of the problem. Your computer's Default Gateway's IP address may also be your access point's IP address. Verify the access point's IP address by logging on to the access point's Webbased Configuration Utility and reviewing the IP Address field on the LAN Page. 5 In the - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 110
for more the 5 seconds. This clears the access point's user settings, including Username, Password, IP Address, and Subnet mask. Once the access point is reset to factory default, re-verify the Ethernet connectivity and IP address issues. How do I extend my wireless network to cover more area? You - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 111
Troubleshooting Section 4 Using the utility provided with your wireless client, you must enter the same key that is entered in the WA840. If more than one WEP Network Key is entered in the WA840, - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 112
Access Point (AP) Adapter Address Translation Ad-Hoc Network ASCII B Bandwidth bps Broadband A device that provides wireless LAN connectivity to wireless clients (stations). The WA840 acts as a wireless access point (Independent Basic Service Set). The American Standard Code for Information - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 113
Default Gateway Basic Service Set. A configuration of Access Points services such as file transfer, remote login, or printing from the server. On an IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN, a client is any host that can communicate with the access point. Also called a CPE. A wireless Internet IP address. It - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 114
Name System is the Internet system for converting domain names (like www.motorola.com) to IP addresses. A DNS server contains a table matching domain names such as Internetname.com to IP addresses such as 192.169.9.1. When you access the world-wide web, a DNS server translates the URL displayed on - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 115
DSSS Dynamic IP Address E ESS Ethernet Event F Firewall Firmware Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum. DSSS is a transmission technology used in WLAN transmissions where a data signal at the sending station is combined with a higher data rate bit sequence, or chipping code, that divides the user data - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 116
is a convenient way to express binary numbers. In IP, a host is any computer supporting end-user applications or services with full two-way network access. Each host has a unique host number that combined with the network number forms its IP address. Host also can mean: A computer running a web - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 117
the electrical and electronic industries and is accredited by ANSI. 802.11b and 802.11g are examples of standards they have produced. A worldwide collection of interconnected networks using TCP/IP. Internet Protocol is a set of standards that enable different types of computers to communicate with - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 118
Address Translation is an Internet standard for a LAN to use one set of IP addresses for internal traffic and a second set of IP addresses for sends over the LAN. A NIC is installed in an expansion slot or can be built-in. Every Ethernet NIC has a MAC address permanently saved in its ROM. The unit - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 119
. See also Public IP Address. A formal set of rules and conventions for exchanging data. Different computer types (for example PC, UNIX®, or mainframe) can communicate if they support common protocols. The IP address assigned to the WA840 by the service provider. A public IP address is visible to - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 120
, examining the source and destination IP addresses to determine the best route to forward them. A router is often included as part of a network switch. A router can also be implemented as software on a computer. A table listing available routes that is used by a router to determine the best route - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 121
T TCP TCP/IP An IP address that is permanently assigned to a host. Normally, a static IP address must be assigned manually. The opposite of Dynamic IP Address. IEEE 802.11b term for wireless client. A user who accesses television, data, or other services from a service provider. A methodology - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 122
, such as IP, for the original data User Datagram Protocol. A method used along with the IP to send data in the form of message units (datagram) between network devices over a LAN or WAN. A point-to-point data transmission sent from one sender to one receiver. This the normal way you access websites - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 123
decrypt transmitted data. The access point must authenticate a client before it can transfer data to another client. WEP is part of IEEE 802.11b. Wireless fidelity (pronounced why'-fy) brand name applied to products supporting IEEE 802.11b/g. Wireless LAN. Wi-Fi Protected Access. A security regimen - Motorola WA840GP | User Guide - Page 124
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