Instant WirelessTM Series Wireless Network Access Point Use this guide to install: WAP11 User Guide COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Copyright © 2001 Linksys, All Rights Reserved. Instant WirelessTM is a registered trademark of Linksys. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective proprietors. LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys guarantees that every Wireless Network Access Point is free from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year from the date of purchase. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call Linksys Customer Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization Number. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE AND A BARCODE FROM THE PRODUCT'S PACKAGING ON HAND WHEN CALLING. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. 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UG-WAP11-011005E JL Instant WirelessTM Series Wireless Network Access Point Table of Contents Introduction The Instant WirelessTM Wireless Network Access Point Features Package Contents System Requirements Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Getting to Know the Wireless Network Access Point The Wireless Access Point's Rear Panel The Wireless Access Point's Front Panel Connecting and Setting Up the Wireless Network Access Point Installing the USB Drivers for the Wireless Network Access Point Installing the Driver Software for Windows 98 Installing the Driver Software for Windows Millennium Installing the Driver Software for Windows 2000 Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point Installing the Configuration Utility The USB Configuration Utility Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point with the USB Configuration Utility The Access Point's SNMP Configuration Utility Creating a Temporary IP Address Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point with the Access Point's SNMP Configuration Utility Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Glossary Specifications Environmental Warranty Information Contact Information 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 6 7 8 8 10 11 14 14 18 18 31 31 32 47 47 47 51 56 57 58 59 Introduction The Instant WirelessTM Wireless Network Access Point Don't be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Instant WirelessTM Network Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your network your way. Utilization of state-of-the-art wireless technology gives you the ability to set up workstations in ways you never though possible; no cables to install means fewer expenses and fewer hassles. The Instant WirelessTM Network Access Point's high-powered antennae offer a range of operation of up to 457 meters, providing seamless roaming throughout your LAN infrastructure. Advanced user authentication ensures a high level of security for wireless networking, while easy-to-use Windows-based diagnostics and statistic tools ensure that you'll always be in control. Best of all, the Instant Wireless Network Access Point features easy installation--just plug it in and you're ready to go! When all these features come together in one compact, lightweight, and powerefficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking--the Linksys Instant WirelessTM Network Access Point. Features · Highly Efficient Dipole Antennae Provide Extensive Range of Operation · Enjoy Your Wireless Office Beyond the Range of Ethernet Networking · Auto Fall-Back Data Rate for Long-Distance Communication and Noisy Environments · High-Speed Data Transfer Rate Up to 11 Mbps · Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz-Compliant Equipment · Features Roaming, Best Access Point Selection, Load Balancing, and Network Traffic Filtering · Extensive Operating Range Supports 150m (Indoors) and 500m (Outdoors) · 64-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy · Free Software Driver Upgrades · Compatible with Virtually All Major Operating Systems · Free Technical Support--24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week for North America Only · 1-Year Limited Warranty 1 Instant WirelessTM Series Wireless Network Access Point Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with one Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter. Computers in a wireless LAN must be configured to share the same radio channel. The Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter provides access to a wired LAN for wireless workstations. An integrated wireless and wired LAN is called an Infrastructure configuration. A group of Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter users and an Instant WirelessTM Network Access Point compose a Basic Service Set (BSS). Each Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter PC in a BSS can talk to any computer in a wired LAN infrastructure via the Instant WirelessTM Network Access Point. Package Contents · · · · · · · One Instant WirelessTM Network Access Point One AC Power Adapter One Setup CD-ROM One User Guide One Quick Installation and Registration Card (not shown) Two Detachable Antennae One USB Cable An infrastructure configuration extends the accessibility of an Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter PC to a wired LAN, and doubles the effective wireless transmission range for two Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter PCs. Since the Wireless Network Access Point is able to forward data within its BSS, the effective transmission range in an infrastructure LAN is doubled. The use of a unique ID in a BSS is essential. All Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter PCs configured without roaming options in an independent BSS must be configured with a BSS ID used in the BSS. The wireless LAN Infrastructure configuration is appropriate for enterprisescale wireless access to a central database, or as a wireless application for mobile users. Roaming Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for mobile users. More than one BSS can be configured as an Extended Service Set (ESS). This continuous network allows users to roam freely within an ESS. All Instant WirelessTM Series Adapter PCs within one ESS must be configured with the same ESS ID and use the same radio channel. Before enabling an ESS with roaming capability, choosing a feasible radio channel and optimum Wireless Network Access Point position is recommended. Proper Wireless Network Access Point positioning combined with a clear radio signal will greatly enhance performance. 3 System Requirements · A PC with USB Support or Ethernet Connection · Windows 95, 98, Millennium, NT version 4.0, or 2000 Professional · 500 kbytes of free disk space for utility and driver installation · A 10 Mbps Category 3 or Better network RJ-45 connection Linux/Unix Users: Though these operating systems are not supported by Linksys, the Wireless Access Point should work in these environments. The WAP11 can be configured under these operating systems using SNMP. A configurable Management Information Base file (MIB) named AT76C510.MIB can be found on the Setup Utility CD. This file is for Linux/Unix users only, and is not necessary for any Windows installation. 2 Instant WirelessTM Series Wireless Network Access Point Your Access Point comes with a USB cable that has two different types of connectors. Type A, the master connector, is shaped like a rectangle and plugs into your PC's USB port. Type B, the slave connector, resembles a square and connects to the USB port on the rear panel of your Wireless Network Access Point. Getting to Know the Wireless Network Access Point The Wireless Access Point's Rear Panel The ADSL Modem Router's Rear Panel Your Access Point's ports, where network cables are connected, are located on the rear panel of your Access Point. USB Compatibility with Your PC To use the USB port on the Wireless Network Access Point, you must have Windows 98, 2000, or Millennium installed on your PC. USB is not supported in a Windows 95 or NT environment. Also, your PC must have a USB port installed and enabled. Some PCs may have a disabled USB port. If your port doesn't seem to be working, there may be jumpers on the motherboard or a menu option in the BIOS to enable a PC's USB port. Other motherboards have USB interfaces, but no ports. You can install your own USB port and attach it to your PC's motherboard using hardware purchased at retail computer stores. See your PC's User Guide for instructions. The Wireless Network Access Point's Ports Dipole Antenna Connectors These two round connections are where the antennae are connected to the Access Point. This LAN (Local Area Network) port connects to Ethernet network devices, such as a hub, switch, or router. The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter. Be sure to connect the power cord to the power adapter before plugging it in. LAN Power USB Type A USB Type B Configuration Port The Configuration Port is a USB port (Type Bslave) which connects to a USB-ready PC in order to configure the Access Point's settings. To work with USB ports, your PC must be running Windows 98, 2000, or Millennium. Note: The Configuration Port does not connect your Access Point to your PC (or any other device) for networking purposes. Its only function is to allow you to configure your Access Point's settings. Once the Access Point is configured, you may remove the USB cable connecting the Access Point to your PC. There is no USB Support on PCs running Windows 95 or Windows NT. 4 5 Instant WirelessTM Series T The Wireless Access Point's Front Panel he ADSL Modem + Router's LEDs Wireless Network Access Point Connecting and Setting Up the Wireless Network Access Point 1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless Network Access Point. The best place for your Wireless Network Access Point is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations. 2. Fix the direction of the antenna. Try to place it in a position which can best cover your wireless network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance will be. The antenna's position enhances the receiving sensitivity. 3. Connect a standard UTP cable to the Wireless Network Access Point. Then, connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a switch or hub. The Wireless Network Access Point will then be connected to your 10/100 Network. 4. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the Wireless Network Access Point's Power Socket. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Wireless Network Access Point. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. 5. Connect the appropriate end of the USB Cable to the Wireless Network Access Point's Configuration Port. Connect the other end to the USB port on your PC. If your USB ...