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  • Netgear WG602 | WG602v3 User Manual - Page 1
    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR 202-10060-02 February 2005 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    .com. If you do not have access to the World Wide Web, you can register your product by filling out the registration card and mailing it to NETGEAR customer service. You will find technical support information at: www.netgear.com/support/main.asp through the customer service area. If you want to
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    (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME other antenna or radio transmitter. Installers and end-users must follow the installation instructions provided in this user guide. iii 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors in 2.4 GHz the frequency range to reduce the potential for : Publication Part Number: WG602v3 February 2005 wireless access point NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Business English 202-10060-02 iv 202-10060
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    and Configuration Observing Placement and Range Guidelines 3-1 Default Factory Settings 3-2 Understanding WG602v3 Wireless Security Options 3-3 Installing the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point 3-4 Two Ways to Log In to the WG602v3 3-6 How to Log in Using the Default IP Address of
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    the Wireless Access Point Software 4-3 Rebooting and Resetting Factory Default Options 4-5 Restoring the WG602v3 to the Factory Default Settings 4-5 Using the Reset Button to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults 4-5 Changing the Administrator Password 4-6 Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration
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    When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error 6-3 Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings 6-3 Appendix A Specifications Specifications for the WG602v3 A-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer
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    Private IP Addresses B-7 Single IP Address Operation Using NAT B-7 IP Configuration by DHCP B-8 Domain Name Server B-9 Routing Protocols ...B-9 RIP ...B-9 MAC Addresses and ARP B-10 Internet Security and Firewalls B-10 What is a Firewall B-11 Stateful Packet Inspection B-11 Denial of Service
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    IP addresses This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. This manual is written for the WG602v3 Access Point according to these specifications: Table 1-2. Manual Scope Product Version
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page at a time •A button that displays the table of contents and an
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a Page in the HTML View. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to a major
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 1-4 About This Manual 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    radius. The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can support a small group of users in a range of several hundred feet. Most access points are rated for up to 32 users simultaneously. The auto-sensing capability of the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point allows packet transmission
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    solid functionality, including these features: • Wireless Access Point. Operates as a standard 802.11g access point. • Wireless Distribution System. Provides wireless bridging - operates as a point-to-point or multi-point wireless bridge. • Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory
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    net). The following NETGEAR products work with the WG602v3 Access Point: • MA701 802.11b 11 Mbps Compact Flash Card • WAG311 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PCI Card • WAG511 ProSafe 108 Mbps Dual Band PC Card • WGE101 802.11g Wireless Bridge • WG311 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter • WG311T 802.11g 108 Mbps
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    Wireless Access Point WG602v3 - Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 (202-10060-02)-this manual - Windows TCP/IP and Networking Tutorials - Animated Install Assistant - Soft copy of the WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Installation Guide • Support Information
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 To qualify for product updates and product warranty registrations, we encourage you to register on the NETGEAR Web site at: http://www.netgear.com. Hardware Description The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point front and
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    activity. WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel Power Reset & Restore Socket Button RJ-45 Ethernet Detachable Port Antenna Figure 2-2: WG602v3 rear panel Power Socket This socket connects to the WG602v3 power adapter. Reset and Restore to Factory Defaults Button The reset and restore to
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    Chapter 3 Basic Installation and Configuration This chapter describes how to set up your NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point for wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters to do such things as connect to the
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    802.11g/b Radio Frequency Channel WEP/WPA Authentication Type FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS admin password NETGEARxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the wireless access point's MAC address DHCP client IP Address: 192.168.0.227 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 0.0.0.0 Access Point NETGEAR
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    Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption provides data security. WPA-PSK will block eavesdropping. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited. However, WPA is not available in bridge mode. Basic Installation and Configuration 3-3 202-10060
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    . WPA2-PSK will block eavesdropping. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited. However, WPA2 is not available in bridge mode. Installing the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Follow the instructions below to set up and test basic
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    default IP address. 192.168.0.227 is the default IP address of your access point. Note: This procedure which uses a static IP configuration. If WG602v3 has already been installed or it is connected to a network where there as a DHCP server as commonly found in home routers, you can the NetBIOS login
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 - When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. - Click IP Settings and configure the IP Settings according to your network setup. e. Configure the wireless interface for wireless
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    default user name of admin and default password of password. Once you have entered your access point name, your Web browser should automatically find the WG602v3 Access Point and display the home page, as shown in "Login result: WG602v3 home page" on page 3-8. Basic Installation and Configuration
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    under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the wireless access point. If you do not click Logout, the wireless access point will wait 5 minutes after there is no activity before it automatically logs you out. 3-8 Basic Installation and Configuration 202-10060
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    54 Mbps Wireless Access Point can be configured remotely from Microsoft Internet Explorer browser version 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator Web browser version 4.78 or above. You can connect to the WG602v3 by using its default NetBIOS name or its default IP address. The instructions for connecting
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 4. A login window like the one shown below opens: Figure 3-7: Login window Enter the default user name of admin and the default password of password. Using the Basic IP Settings Options The IP Settings page is under the Setup
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 • The IP Address Source The wireless access point is shipped preconfigured to use a private IP address on the LAN side, and to act as a DHCP client. If the wireless access point does not find a DHCP server on the Ethernet LAN, it defaults
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The Basic Wireless Settings options are discussed below: • Wireless Network Name (SSID). The SSID is also known as the wireless network name. Enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric characters; the characters are case sensitive.
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Understanding Wireless Security Options To configure the wireless security options of your wireless access point, click the Security Settings link in the Setup section of the main menu of the browser interface. The Security
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 • Data Encryption: Select the desired option. The available options depend on the Network Authentication setting above. The default is None. The supported options are: - None - No encryption is used. This is the default. - 64
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings Before customizing your wireless settings, print this form and record the following information. If you are working with an existing wireless network, the person who
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Use the procedures described in the following sections to configure the WG602v3. Store this information in a safe place. How to Configure WEP Wireless Security Note: If you use a wireless PC to configure WEP settings, you will be
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    2000 with Service Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions on configuring WPA settings. To configure WPA-PSK
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    click Apply. Reconfigure your wireless adapter to match the new settings or access the wireless access point from a wired PC to make any further changes. How to Configure WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Note: Not all wireless adapters support WPA2. Furthermore, client software is required on the client
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 How to Configure WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Note: Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 do include the client software
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    Access Point WG602v3 How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address The Access Control page lets you block or allow the network access privilege of the specified stations through the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. This provides an additional layer of security. Note: When configuring
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 You can copy and paste the MAC addresses from the WG602v3's Station List page into the MAC Address box. To do this, configure each wireless PC to obtain a wireless link to the WG602v3. The PC should then appear in the Station
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 3-22 Basic Installation and Configuration 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    the management features of your NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point. These features can be found under the Management heading in the main menu of the browser interface. Viewing General Information The Information summarizes of the current WG602v3 configuration settings. From the main menu
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 This screen shows the following parameters: Table 4-1. General Information Fields Field Access Point Information Description Access Point Name MAC Address Region Firmware Version Current IP Settings IP Address Subnet Mask Default
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Viewing a List of Attached Devices The Station List page contains a table of all IP devices associated with the wireless access point in the wireless network defined by the Wireless Network Name (SSID). From the main menu of the
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    wireless access point. The upgrade file can be sent using your browser. Note: The Web browser used to upload new firmware into the WG602v3 must support HTTP uploads, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.78 or above. 1. Download the new software file from NETGEAR
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    Button to Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults To restore the factory default configuration settings without knowing the login password or IP address, you must use the Default Reset button on the rear panel of the wireless access point (see "WG602v3 Wireless Access Point Rear Panel" on page 2-6). The
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Changing the Administrator Password The default password is password. Change this password to a more secure password. You cannot change the administrator login name. From the main menu of the browser interface, under the
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    wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the kind of data. Time-dependent information, like video or audio, will have a higher priority than normal traffic. For WMM to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WMM. The default is Disable. Advanced Configuration
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    long and short preamble. The default is auto. Configuring Wireless Distribution System Links The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point lets you build large wireless networks. Examples of wireless bridging configurations are: • Point-to-point. • Multi-point. These features are discussed below
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Figure 5-2: Wireless Bridging page 2. Select the radio button for the wireless access point mode you want to configure. - Access Point: Operate as a standard 802.11g or 802.11b Access Point. In this mode, the WG602 will
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    for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 - Repeater: In this mode, the WG602 will operate as a Repeater only, and send all traffic to the remote AP. If selected, you must enter the MAC address (physical address) of the remote AP. 3. Click Apply to save your changes. How to Configure
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    Access Points are configured to operate in the same LAN network address range as the LAN devices • Only one AP is configured in Wireless Multi-Point Bridging mode, and all the others are in Point-to-Point Bridge mode. • All APs must be on the same LAN. That is, all the APs LAN IP address must
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    the access control list will be able to use the AP. Note: You can extend this multi-point bridging by adding additional WG602v3s configured in Point-to-Point mode for additional wireless LAN segments. How to Configure Wireless Repeating AP1 AP3 Wireless PC Associated with AP1 AP in Repeater Mode
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 1. Configure the Operating Mode of the WG602v3 Access Points. • Configure AP1 on LAN Segment 1 in Repeater mode with the Remote MAC Address of the 'downstream' AP (AP2). • Configure AP2 in Repeater mode with the MAC addresses of
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 5-8 Advanced Configuration 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    remember the wireless access point's configuration password. Go to "Changing the Administrator Password" on page 4-6. Note: For up-to-date WG602v3 installation details and troubleshooting guidance visit http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WG602v3.asp. Troubleshooting If you have trouble setting
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    is using an IP Address in the range of the WG602v3. The WG602v3 default IP Address is 192.168.0.227 and the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. If you are not sure about these settings, follow the instructions for "Installing the NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point" on page 3-4. I cannot
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    access point default configuration against the configuration of other devices in your network. • For full instructions on changing the access point's default values, see the Reference Manual on the Resource CD for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3. When I enter a URL or IP address
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 6-4 Troubleshooting 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Radio Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Auto Rate Sensing Frequency 2.4-2.5Ghz Data Encoding: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) for 802.11b and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) for 802.11g
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 A-2 Specifications 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    wireless access point converts airwave data into wired Ethernet data, acting as a bridge between the wired LAN and wireless clients. Connecting multiple Access Points via a wired Ethernet backbone can further extend the wireless network coverage. As a mobile computing device moves out of the range
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) In an ad hoc network, computers are brought together as needed; thus, there is no structure or fixed points to the network - each node can generally communicate with any other node. There is no Access
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 • Shared Key. With Shared Key authentication, only those PCs that possess the correct authentication key can join the network. By default, IEEE 802.11 wireless devices operate in an Open System network. Wired Equivalent Privacy (
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 2. The access point authenticates the station. 3. The station associates with the access point and joins the network. This process is illustrated below. 802.11 Authentication Open System Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP 2) AP
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 This process is illustrated below. 802.11 Authentication Shared Key Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP 2) AP sends challenge text Client 3) Client encrypts attempting challenge text and to connect sends it back to AP Router
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Key Size The IEEE 802.11 standard supports two types of WEP encryption: 40-bit and 128-bit. The 64-bit WEP data encryption method allows for a five-character (40-bit) input. Additionally, 24 factory-set bits are added to the
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 WEP Configuration Options The WEP settings must match on all 802.11 devices that are within the same wireless network as identified by the SSID. In general, if your mobile clients will roam between access points, then all of the 802
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Table B-2: 802.11b/g Radio Frequency Channels Channel supported by the wireless products in various countries are different. For example, Channels 1 to 11 are supported in the U.S. and Canada, and Channels 1 to 13 are supported
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    have to support WPA. NETGEAR is implementing WPA and WPA2 on client and access point products. The 802.11i standard was ratified in 2004. How Does WPA Compare to WEP? WEP is a data encryption method and is not intended as a user authentication mechanism. WPA user authentication is implemented
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 How Does WPA Compare to WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i)? WPA is forward compatible with the WPA2 security specification. WPA is a subset of WPA2 and used certain pieces of the early 802.11i draft, such as 802.1x and TKIP. The main pieces of
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    the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The primary information conveyed in the Beacon frames is the authentication method and the cipher suite. Possible authentication methods include 802.1X and Pre-shared key. Pre-shared key is an authentication method that uses a statically configured
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 WPA/WPA2 Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS Wireless LAN WPA/WPA2 enabled wireless client with "supplicant" WPA/WPA2 enabled Access Point using pre-shared key or 802.1x Figure B-3: WPA
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Client with a WPA/ WPA2-enabled wireless adapter and supplicant (Win XP, Funk, Meetinghouse) For example, a WPA/WPA2-enabled AP For example, a RADIUS server 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 Figure B-4: 802.1x Authentication Sequence The AP
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    client and the wireless access point (AP). For the global encryption key, WPA includes a facility (the Information Element) for the wireless AP to advertise the changed key to the connected wireless clients. If configured to implement dynamic key exchange, the 802.1x authentication server can
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) WPA uses TKIP to provide important data encryption enhancements including a per-packet key mixing function, a message integrity check (MIC) named Michael, an extended initialization vector (
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    will support the WPA standard. NETGEAR, Inc. wireless products that had their Wi-Fi certification approved before August, 2003 will have one year to add WPA so as to maintain their Wi-Fi certification. WPA/WPA2 requires software changes to the following: • Wireless access points • Wireless network
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    Wireless access points must have their firmware updated to support the following: • The new WPA/WPA2 information element To advertise their support of WPA/WPA2, wireless APs send the beacon frame with a new 802.11 WPA/WPA2 information element that contains the wireless AP's security configuration
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Microsoft has worked with many wireless vendors to embed the WPA driver update in the wireless adapter driver. So, to update your Microsoft Windows wireless client, all you have to do is obtain the new WPA/WPA2-compatible driver
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    in performance and scale, number of routing protocols supported, and types of physical WAN connection they support. The NETGEAR WG602v3 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point is a small office router that routes the IP protocol over a single-user broadband connection. Network, Routing, Firewall, and Cabling
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 IP Addresses and the Internet Because TCP/IP networks are interconnected across the world, every machine on the Internet must have a unique address to make sure that transmitted data reaches the correct destination. Blocks of addresses
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Class A Network Class B Node Network Class C Node Network Figure C-1: Three Main Address Classes Node 7261 The five address classes are: • Class A Class A addresses can have up to 16,777,214 hosts on a single network.
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 This addressing structure allows IP addresses to uniquely identify each physical network and each node on each physical network. For each unique value of the network portion of the address, the base address of the range (host address
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Subnet addressing allows us to split one IP network address into smaller multiple physical networks known as subnetworks. Some of the node numbers are used as a subnet number instead. A Class B address gives us 16 bits of node
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The following table lists the .255.255.255 Masklength /8 /16 /24 /25 /26 /27 /28 /29 /30 /31 /32 Configure all hosts on a LAN segment to use the same netmask for the following reasons: C-6 Network, Routing, Firewall
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 • So that hosts recognize local IP broadcast packets When a device broadcasts to its segment neighbors, it uses a destination address of the local network address with all ones for the host address. In order for this scheme to
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The following figure illustrates a single IP address operation. Private IP addresses assigned by user 192.168.0.2 IP addresses assigned by ISP 192.168.0.3 192.168.0.4 192.168.0.1 172.21.15.105 Internet 192.168.0.5 Figure
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The router functions as a DHCP client when connecting to the ISP. The firewall can automatically obtain an IP address, subnet mask, DNS server addresses, and a gateway address if the ISP provides this information by DHCP. Domain
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 MAC Addresses and ARP An IP address alone cannot be used to deliver data from one LAN device to another. To send data between LAN devices, you must convert the IP address of the destination device to its media access control address
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 What is a Firewall? A firewall is a device that protects one network from another, while allowing communication between the two. A firewall incorporates the functions of the NAT router, while adding features for dealing with a
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 . Table C-1. UTP Ethernet cable wiring, straight-through Pin Wire color (1.5 cm) of untwist in the wire pair is allowed at any termination point. A twisted pair Ethernet network operating at 10 Mbits/second (10BASE-T) will
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Inside Twisted Pair Cables For two devices to media-dependent interface ports, called MDI or uplink ports. Most repeaters and switch ports are configured as media-dependent interfaces with built-in crossover ports, called MDI
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Figure C-6: Category 5 UTP Cable with Male RJ-45 Plug at Each End Note: Flat "silver satin" telephone cable may have the same RJ-45
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The WG602v3 Access Point incorporates Auto UplinkTM uplink connection (e.g. connecting to a router, switch, or hub). That port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates the need
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP Networking As part of the PC preparation process, you may need to install and configure TCP/IP on your PC. Before starting, locate your Windows CD; you may need to insert it during the TCP/IP
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 If you need to add TCP/IP: a. Click the Add button. b. Select Protocol, and then click Add. c. Select Microsoft. d. Select TCP/IP, and then click OK. If you need to add the Client for Microsoft Networks: a. Click the Add button.
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 98 and Me In Windows 98 Client for Microsoft Network exists • Ethernet adapter is present • TCP/IP is present • Primary Network Logon is set to Windows logon Click the Properties button. The
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 By default, the IP Address tab is open on this window. • Verify the following: Obtain an IP address automatically is selected. If not selected, click in the radio button to the left of it to select it. This setting is required
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 2. Type winipcfg, and then click OK. The IP Configuration window opens, which lists (among other things), your IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. 3. From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. The window is updated
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP You will find there are many similarities in the procedures for different Windows systems when using DHCP to configure TCP/IP. The following steps will walk you through the configuration
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Now you should be at the Local Area Network Connection Status window. This box displays the connection status, duration, speed, and activity statistics. Administrator logon access rights are needed to use this window. • Click the
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Verify that Obtain an IP address automatically radio button is selected and that the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio button is selected. Click the OK button. This completes the DHCP configuration in Windows XP. Repeat
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears. Verify that you have the correct Ethernet card selected in the Connect using: box and that
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000 To check your PC's TCP/IP configuration: 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then click Run. The Run window opens. 2. Type cmd and then click OK. A command
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 D-12 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access 202-10060-02, February 2005
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Glossary Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. 802.11 Standard 802.11, or IEEE 802.11, is a type of radio technology used for wireless local area networks (WLANs). It is a standard that
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    will be country-specific firmware solutions. 802.11e Standard 802.11e is a proposed IEEE standard to define quality of service (QoS) mechanisms for wireless gear that gives support to bandwidth-sensitive applications such as voice and video. 802.11g Standard Similar to 802.11b, this physical layer
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Access Point (AP) A wireless LAN transceiver or "base station" that can connect a wired LAN to one or many wireless devices. Access points can also bridge to each other. There are various types of access points, also referred to
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 for cables or wires. Bluetooth is a frequency-hopping technology in the 2.4 GHz frequency spectrum, with a range of 30 feet and up to 11Mbps raw data throughput. Bridge is the principle medium access method employed by IEEE 802.11 WLANs. It
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 CSMA-CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Action/Collision Detection) A method of managing traffic and reducing noise on an Ethernet network. A network device transmits data after
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 ESSID (more commonly referred to as SSID - Short Set Identifier) The identifying name of an 802.11 wireless network. When you specify your correct ESSID in your client setup you ensure that you connect to your wireless network
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point AP. The AP not only mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood, but also provides communication with the wired network. See Ad-Hoc and AP. IP (Internet Protocol) address • Application The IEEE 802.11 Standard encompasses the
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 MAC (Media Access Control) Every wireless 802.11 device has its own specific MAC address hard-coded into it. This unique identifier can be used to provide security for wireless networks. When a network uses a MAC table, only the 802
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 NIC (Network Interface services and features not supported by the motherboard or other connectors. Peer-to-peer network (also called Ad-Hoc in WLANs) A wireless or wired computer network that has no server or central hub or router
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Range The distance away from your access point that your wireless network can reach. Most Wi-Fi systems will provide a range of a hundred feet or more. Depending on the environment and the type of antenna used, Wi-Fi signals can
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 Site survey The process whereby a wireless network installer inspects a location prior to putting in a wireless network. Site surveys are used to identify the radio- and client-use properties of a facility so that access points
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    Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 TCP/IP IP part is the user's computer address on a network. Every computer in a TCP/IP network has its own IP address Telephone Service). VPN password that can be used to access the node, which can easily be obtained with sniffer software
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 As a recent development, the debate over positioning system (GPS), the war driver can systematically map the locations of 802.11b wireless access points. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Basic wireless security provided by Wi-Fi.
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 does not offer. With this feature, WPA provides roughly comparable security to VPN tunneling with WEP, with the benefit of easier administration and use. This is similar to 802.1x support and requires a RADIUS server in order to
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 secure transmission and authentication is particularly important to users unknown to each other. The authentication capability defined in the specification enables a secure access control mechanism for the service providers and
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    Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point WG602v3 16 Glossary 202-10060-02, February 2005
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