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WE102.QCard.R1 1/24/01 5:02 PM Page 2 Click "Add A New Node" on the left side of the screen. The following web page opens. Note: The PC that is processing the information is called a node. In a network, a node is a connection point for data transmissions with programmed or engineered capability to recognize and process or forward transmissions to other nodes. 5 5E.NEJNOJYOYBEBINEGINCGOCNONNENCETECDT!ED! [BAR HEADING] Features Your Wireless11X Home Network Ethernet to Wireless Bridge enables you to have full use of your cable or DSL connection throughout your home. Your whole family will benefit from the following features: • High-quality streaming of MP3, Internet video, and gaming applications • Range: over 200 ft. through walls in your home; 1000 ft. through open air • Protection against eavesdroppers and hackers • Automatic correction/avoidance of microwave oven and cordless phone interference • 11 Mbps Wireless Networking • Simultaneous Internet access from one ISP account • Internet access from anywhere in and around your home • Head-to-head gaming capability Product Illustrations When the WE102 Bridge is ready to be authenticated into the network, the Add button will be highlighted. For verification, the MAC address of the bridge which is labeled on the bottom of the bridge unit also shows up in the message box. Click Add to authenticate the bridge. After a few seconds, the following dialog box will appear: Click "Node Information" on the left side of the screen to return to the initial web page screen. The WE102 Bridge should appear as part of your network. Your WE102 Bridge is now set up and ready to forward packets between your Wireless11X network and your Ethernet network. 4 4A. ADDJUJSUTSYTOYUORUARNATNENTENNANA [BAR HEADING] In order to get the best reception and transmission signals between your wireless units, you should manually adjust the placement or the angle of each antenna in relation to its corresponding PC. The dialog box on your PC screen will allow you to see when your antenna is in the best position. Power ( ) Ethernet Link/Act ( ) Wireless Activity ( ) Wireless Link ( ) 5 V DC power Reset Ethernet Port TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Cause Solution Ethernet Link LED Port connection not OFF or intermittent functioning Make sure the power cord is properly connected and functioning. Check the crimp on the RJ-45 connectors and make sure the plug is properly inserted and locked into the port at both the hub and the device. Make sure cabling is Category 5 and meets the requirements for 100 Mbps operation. Check Link LEDs on attached Ethernet devices or the network cards. When connecting directly to a PC or an MDI port, a crossover cable is needed. Make sure cables and connectors are correct. Wireless Link LED The WE102 Bridge has Go through the authentication steps listed previously. goes on and off in 5 not been authenticated This could be done on a PC with either a WA301 to 8 second intervals into the wireless network PCI Network Card or a WA101 USB Adapter. Wireless Link LED blinks continuously The wireless connection Try adjusting the antenna. Move the antenna to is weak between the a higher position or away from any metal WE102 Bridge and the surroundings. PC (with WA301 PCI There could also be excess wireless interference Network Card or WA101 in the air. Check for other wireless products in USB Adapter attached) the area. that was designated as the master station WE102 Bridge cannot be authenticated into the wireless network The WE102 Bridge may have been initialized into another wireless network You can reset the WE102 Bridge back into the factory default condition by pushing the RST button between the RJ-45 connector and the power connector on the back of the bridge while the bridge is powered ON. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Radio Data Rate 11 Mbps Frequency 2.4 GHz Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Range Up to 150 feet through walls, ceilings, floors Up to 1000 feet open air Automatic interference avoidance/correction Channel Agility and forward error correction (FEC) Maximum nodes/network 10 Ethernet interface 10Mbps 10BASE-T network connection with RJ-45 connector Power Adapter 5V DC, 1.0A Dimensions L 132 mm (5.2") W 135 mm (5.3") D 94 mm (3.7") Weight 0.36 kg (0.80 lbs) Status LEDs Power, Ethernet Link, Wireless Link, Wireless Activity Environmental Specifications Operating temperature: 0 to 55°C Operating humidity: 10 to 90%, noncondensing Electromagnetic Compliance FCC Part 15 Class B Warranty Limited 5-year warranty © 2001 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks NETGEAR™ is a trademark of NETGEAR, INC. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the Model WE102 Home Network Ethernet to Wireless Bridge has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions. Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations. VCCI Statement This equipment is in the Class B category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas. When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. All direct connections to telephone network lines must be made using standard plugs and jacks compliant with FCC Part 68. Declaration of Conformity Model WE102 Home Network Ethernet to Wireless Bridge Tested to comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the Model WE102 Home Network Ethernet to Wireless Bridge is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).