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Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point This chapter is a detailed reference guide for the web-based utility. You do not need the Utility to start using your Access Point. The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box with the default settings. You also have the option to follow the instructions in "Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point" on page 12 to perform the most basic settings without reading through this chapter. The Setup - Basic Setup Tab The first screen that appears is the Setup screen. This allows you to change the Access Point's general settings. Basic Setup Enter names for the Access Point. The host name can be used to access the Web Utility through the network if DNS has been set up. The device name is for the benefit of identifying your Access Point after you log in. Host Name. This is the host name assigned to the Access Point. This host name will be published to your DNS server if the Access Point is configured to acquire the IP address through DHCP. In that case, Linksys recommends to follow the company policy on the host name assignment. The default name is Linksys. Device Name. You may assign any device name to the Access Point. This name is only used by the Access Point administrator for identification purposes. Unique, memorable names are helpful, especially if you are employing multiple access points on the same network. The default name is WAP200. Network Setup The selections under this heading allow you to configure the Access Point's IP address setting(s). IP Settings Select Static IP Address (default) if you want to assign a static or fixed IP address to the Access Point and then complete the following: • Local IP Address. The IP address must be unique to your network. The default IP address is 192.168.1.245. Figure 6-1: Setup - Basic Setup Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point 16 The Setup - Basic Setup Tab

Section	Page
Copyright and Trademarks	2
How to Use this User Guide	2
Chapter 1: Introduction 1	3
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4	3
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point 7	3
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point 10	3
Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point 12	3
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point 16	3
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43	4
Appendix B: Wireless Security 47	4
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 50	4
Appendix D: Windows Help 51	4
Appendix E: Glossary 52	4
Appendix F: Specifications 57	4
Appendix G: Warranty Information 60	4
Appendix H: Regulatory Information 61	4
Appendix I: Contact Information 68	4
List of Figures	5
Figure 2-1: Example of a Simple Wireless Network 6	5
Figure 3-1: Front Panel 7	5
Figure 3-2: Back View 8	5
Figure 3-3: Desktop Placement and Antenna Setup 9	5
Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Cable 10	5
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power 10	5
Figure 4-3: Stand 11	5
Figure 4-4: Mounting Dimensions 11	5
Figure 5-1: Login Screen 13	5
Figure 6-1: Setup - Basic Setup 16	5
Figure 6-2: Setup - Time 17	5
Figure 6-3: Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings 18	5
Figure 6-4: Wireless - Wireless Security (Disabled) 19	5
Figure 6-5: Wireless - Wireless Security (WEP) 19	5
Figure 6-6: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA-Personal) 20	5
Figure 6-7: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Personal) 20	5
Figure 6-8: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Personal Mixed) 21	5
Figure 6-9: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA-Enterprise) 21	5
Figure 6-10: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Enterprise) 22	5
Figure 6-11: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2 - Enterprise Mixed) 22	5
Figure 6-12: Wireless - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 23	5
Figure 6-13: Wireless - Wireless Connection Control 24	5
Figure 6-14: Select MAC Address from Wireless Client List 24	5
Figure 6-15: Wireless - Advanced Wireless 25	5
Figure 6-16: Wireless - VLAN & QoS 26	5
Figure 6-17: AP Mode 28	5
Figure 6-18: Wireless Repeater Mode 29	5
Figure 6-19: Wireless Bridge Mode 30	5
Figure 6-20: Security Monitor - Basic Settings 31	6
Figure 6-21: Security Monitor - Event Log 32	6
Figure 6-22: Administration - Management 34	6
Figure 6-23: Administration - Log 36	6
Figure 6-24: Administration - Factory Default 37	6
Figure 6-25: Administration - Firmware Upgrade 37	6
Figure 6-26: Administration - Reboot 38	6
Figure 6-27: Administration - Config Management 38	6
Figure 6-28: Status - Local Network 39	6
Figure 6-29: Status - Wireless 40	6
Figure 6-30: Status - System Performance 41	6
Figure 6-31: Status - Wireless 41	6
Figure 6-32: Status - System Performance 41	6
Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 50	6
Chapter 1: Introduction	7
Welcome	7
What’s in this User Guide?	8
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network	10
Network Topology	10
Roaming	10
Network Layout	11
Example of a simple wireless network	12
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point	13
The LEDs	13
The Ports	14
Antennas and Positions	15
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point	16
Overview	16
Connection	16
Placement Options	17
Stand Option	17
Wall-Mount Option	17
Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point	18
Overview	18
Accessing the Utility	18
Navigating the Utility	19
Setup	19
Wireless	19
AP Mode	20
Security Monitor	20
Administration	20
Status	21
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point	22
The Setup - Basic Setup Tab	22
Basic Setup	22
Network Setup	22
The Setup - Time Tab	23
Time	23
The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Tab	24
Basic Settings	24
The Wireless - Wireless Security Tab	25
Wireless Security	25
The Wireless - Wireless Connection Control Tab	30
Wireless Connection Control	30
The Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab	31
Advanced Settings	31
The Wireless - VLAN & QoS Tab	32
The AP Mode Tab	34
AP Mode	34
The Security Monitor - Basic Settings Tab	37
The Security Monitor - Event Log Tab	38
The Administration - Management Tab	40
Management	40
Web Access	40
SNMP	41
The Administration - Log Tab	42
Log	42
The Administration - Factory Default Tab	43
Factory Default	43
The Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab	43
Firmware Upgrade	43
The Administration - Reboot Tab	44
Reboot	44
The Administration - Config Management Tab	44
Config Management	44
The Status - Local Network Tab	45
Information	45
Local Network	45
The Status - Wireless Tab	46
Wireless Network	46
The Status - System Performance Tab	47
System Performance	47
Appendix A: Troubleshooting	49
Frequently Asked Questions	49
Appendix B: Wireless Security	53
Security Precautions	53
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks	53
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware	56
Appendix D: Windows Help	57
TCP/IP	57
Shared Resources	57
Network Neighborhood/My Network Places	57
Appendix E: Glossary	58
Appendix F: Specifications	63
Appendix G: Warranty Information	66
Appendix H: Regulatory Information	67

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Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point

The Setup - Basic Setup Tab

Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster

Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point

This chapter is a detailed reference guide for the web-based utility. You do not need the Utility to start using your

Access Point. The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box with the default settings.

You also have the option to follow the instructions in “Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point” on page 12 to

perform the most basic settings without reading through this chapter.

The Setup - Basic Setup Tab

The first screen that appears is the

Setup

screen. This allows you to change the Access Point's general settings.

Basic Setup

Enter names for the Access Point. The host name can be used to access the Web Utility through the network if

DNS has been set up. The device name is for the benefit of identifying your Access Point after you log in.

Host Name

. This is the host name assigned to the Access Point. This host name will be published to your DNS

server if the Access Point is configured to acquire the IP address through DHCP. In that case, Linksys

recommends to follow the company policy on the host name assignment. The default name is

Linksys

Device Name

. You may assign any device name to the Access Point. This name is only used by the Access Point

administrator for identification purposes. Unique, memorable names are helpful, especially if you are employing

multiple access points on the same network. The default name is

WAP200

Network Setup

The selections under this heading allow you to configure the Access Point’s IP address setting(s).

IP Settings

Select

Static IP Address

(default) if you want to assign a static or fixed IP address to the Access Point and then

complete the following:

•

Local IP Address

. The IP address must be unique to your network. The default IP address is

192.168.1.245

Figure 6-1: Setup - Basic Setup