User manual SMC SMC2671W

EZ ConnectTM 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter User Guide From SMC's EZ line of low-cost workgroup LAN solutions 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 679-8000 November 2003 150000024600E R01 F1.0 Copyright Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. Copyright © 2003 by SMC Networks, Inc. 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 All rights reserved. Trademarks: SMC is a registered trademark; and EZ Connect is a trademark of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. COMPLIANCES FCC - Class B 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the 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 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 FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters (8 inches) between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. i COMPLIANCES Industry Canada - Class B This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of the Department of Communications. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: "Appareils Numériques," NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications. EC Conformance Declaration SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II, Calle Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2o, 4a, 08970 - Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain. 0560 Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: · EN 60950 (IEC 60950) - Product Safety · EN 300 328 - Technical requirements for 2.4 GHz radio equipment · EN 301 489-1 / EN 301 489-17 - EMC requirements for radio equipment Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European Community This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community. Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor operation, license requirements and allowed channels of operation apply in some countries as described below: Note: The user must use the configuration utility provided with this product to ensure the channels of operation are in conformance with the spectrum usage rules for European Community countries as described below. · This device requires that the user or installer properly enter the current country of operation in the command line interface as described in the user guide, before operating this device. · This device will automatically limit the allowable channels determined by the current country of operation. Incorrectly entering the country of operation may result in illegal operation and may cause harmful interference to other system. The user is obligated to ensure the device is operating according to the channel limitations, indoor/outdoor restrictions and license requirements for each European Community country as described in this document. ii COMPLIANCES · This device may be operated indoors or outdoors in all countries of the European Community using the 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1 - 13, except where noted below. - In Italy the end-user must apply for a license from the national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors. - In France outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.4 - 2.454 GHz band: Channels 1 - 7. Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community English Hereby, SMC Networks, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Valmistaja SMC Networks vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Hierbij verklaart SMC Networks dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG Bij deze SMC Networks dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC. French Par la présente SMC Networks déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE Härmed intygar SMC Networks att denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/ EG. Undertegnede SMC Networks erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF Finnish Dutch Swedish Danish iii COMPLIANCES German Hiermit erklärt SMC Networks, dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi) Hiermit erklärt SMC Networks die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien) Greek Italian Con la presente SMC Networks dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Por medio de la presente SMC Networks declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/ CE SMC Networks declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Spanish Portuguese iv COMPLIANCES Safety Compliance Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct cord set. Check it (read the label on the cable) against the following: Operating Voltage 120 Volts Cord Set Specifications UL Listed/CSA Certified Cord Set Minimum 18 AWG Type SVT or SJT three conductor cord Maximum length of 15 feet Parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A, 125 V 240 Volts (Europe only) Cord Set with H05VV-F cord having three conductors with minimum diameter of 0.75 mm2 IEC-320 receptacle Male plug rated 10 A, 250 V The unit automatically matches the connected input voltage. Therefore, no additional adjustments are necessary when connecting it to any input voltage within the range marked on the power adapter. v COMPLIANCES Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany) 1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie keine Flüssigoder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung. 4. Die Netzanschlu ßsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein. 5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen. 6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen. 7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen der Luftzirkulation, die das Gerät vor Überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daß diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt werden. 8. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte. 9. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden. 10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten. 11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden. 12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elektrischen Schlag auslösen. 13. Öffnen sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden. 14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen: a. Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt. b. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen. c. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt. d. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen. e. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. 15. Stellen Sie sicher, daß die Stromversorgung dieses Gerätes nach der EN 60950 geprüft ist. Ausgangswerte der Stromversorgung sollten die Werte von AC 7,5-8 V, 50-60 Hz nicht über oder unterschreiten sowie den minimalen Strom von 1 A nicht unterschreiten. Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000 beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger. vi TABLE OF CONTENTS EZ ConnectTM 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Package Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 EZ Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Using IPCONFIG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Utility Installation and Configuration . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the Configuration Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Utility Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 IP Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Statistic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Wireless Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Configuring Your IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Windows 98/Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Web Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Browser Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 vii TABLE OF CONTENTS Disable Proxy Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internet Explorer (5.5 or above) in Microsoft Windows . Internet Explorer in Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Navigating the Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Making Configuration Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MAC Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 33 33 34 34 36 37 38 46 47 51 Network Configuration and Planning . . . . . . . . .52 Network Topologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ad Hoc Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infrastructure Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs A Wireless LAN with Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 52 53 54 55 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 SMC Networks 802.11b Wireless Product Maximum Distance Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 viii EZ CONNECTTM 2.4 GHZ WIRELESS ETHERNET ADAPTER Introduction SMC's EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter (SMC2671W) can function as: · an Ethernet adapter, providing a wireless connection via an RJ-45 connection to devices such as Microsoft Xbox and Ethernet ready embedded devices a standard IEEE 802.11b access point a wireless range extender, allowing you to effectively extend the coverage of another SMC2671W that is configured to operate in Access Point mode · · This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (eliminates long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Just install enough wireless access points to cover your network area, plug wireless cards into your notebooks or install wireless adapters into your desktops, and start networking. Use this device in conjunction with SMC's EZ Connect Wireless Cards to create an instant network that integrates seamlessly with Ethernet LANs. Moreover, moving or expanding your network is as easy as moving or installing additional access points ­ no wires! 1 EZ CONNECTTM 2.4 GHZ WIRELESS ETHERNET ADAPTER Package Checklist The EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter package includes: · One EZ Connect 2.4 GHz Wireless Ethernet Adapter (SMC2671W) One 5 VDC power adapter Installation CD containing this User Guide, EZ Installation Wizard, and Utility program One RJ-45 cable · · · Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty on SMC's web site at http://www.smc.com Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged parts. If possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it. 2 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The Wireless Ethernet Adapter supports 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps half-duplex connections to Ethernet networks. This device is fully compliant with 2.4 GHz DSSS CSMA/CA wireless networking as defined in IEEE 802.11b. It can be connected via an RJ-45 connection to devices such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox, Sony PlayStation II, and Ethernet ready embedded devices. It can also function as an IEEE 802.11b Access Point or as a Range Extender (see "Introduction" on page 1). Power Connector RJ-45 Port MDI/MDIX Switch Figure 1. Rear Panel Item Power Inlet Description Connect the included power adapter to this inlet. Warning: Using the wrong type of power adapter may damage your adapter. Fast Ethernet port (RJ-45). Connect device (such as a PC, hub or switch) on your local area network to this port. Press down the switch to connect to a network device with a straight-through twisted-pair cable; otherwise, connect to the network device with (MDI-X) station ports at both ends by using crossover cabling. LAN Port MDI/MDIX Switch Note: If you use the RELOAD button at the bottom, the Wireless Ethernet Adapter performs a power reset. If the button is depressed for over 5 seconds, all the LEDs will illuminate and the factory settings will be restored. 3 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Applications EZ Connect wireless products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution for wireless Ethernet client access to the network in applications such as: · Video Game Systems Provides wireless Internet access for users of video game systems such as Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation II Remote access to corporate network information Email, file transfer, and terminal emulation Difficult-to-wire environments Historical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open areas where wiring is difficult to employ Frequently changing environments Retailers, manufacturers, and banks which frequently rearrange the workplace or change locations Temporary LANs for special projects or peak periods Trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites that need a temporary setup. Retailers, airline, and shipping companies that need additional workstations for peak periods. Auditors who require workgroups at customer sites Access to databases for mobile workers Doctors, nurses, retailers, or white-collar workers who need access to databases while being mobile in a hospital, retail store, in an office, or on a campus SOHO users SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users who need easy and quick installation of a small computer network · · · · · · 4 LED INDICATORS LED Indicators The Wireless Ethernet Adapter includes three status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table. Figure 2. Front Panel LED Wireless Link Ethernet Status TX/RX LNK/ ACT Status Flashing (Green) On (Orange) On (Green) Flashing Description The device is transmitting or receiving data through wireless links. The device has established a valid 10 Mbps Ethernet link. The device has established a valid 100 Mbps Ethernet link. The device is transmitting or receiving data on the Ethernet LAN Power is being supplied. Power (PWR) On (Red) 5 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION System Requirements Before you install the Wireless Ethernet Adapter, be sure you have met the following requirements: · · · An AC power outlet (100~240 V, 50~60 Hz) An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on an Ethernet hub or switch 802.11b compliant wireless Ethernet adapters with TCP/IP protocols installed TCP/IP network protocol installed on each PC that needs to access the Internet A web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or above installed on one PC at your site for configuring the Wireless Ethernet Adapter · · 6 HARDWARE INSTALLATION 1. Select the site ­ Choose a location for your Wireless Ethernet Adapter. Usually, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, if possible within line-of-sight of all wireless devices. 2. Place the Wireless Ethernet Adapter in a position that gives it maximum coverage. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance. 3. Position the antennas in the desired positions. For more effective coverage, position the antennas along different axes. For example, try positioning the antennas around 45 to 90 degrees apart. (The antennas emit signals along the toroidal plane ­ and thus provide more effective coverage when positioned along different axes.) 4. If used in Ethernet Adapter mode, connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 socket of the device that will communicate over a wireless connection with an access point. 5. If used in Acces Point mode, connect the SMC2671W to an Ethernet network device such as a hub or a switch using category 3, 4, or 5 UTP Ethernet cable and an RJ-45 connector. (See "Hardware Description" on page 3 for MDI/ MDI-X cabling.) 6. Connect the power adapter cable to the 5 VDC power socket on the rear panel. Warning: Use only the power adapter supplied with the SMC2671W. 7 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The SMC2671W is a Plug-and-Play device. This means that, in most cases, you will not need to configure it. The SMC2671W Wireless Ethernet Adapter includes an SNMP agent that is accessible through an SNMP manager application (Refer to "Using the Configuration Utility" on page 12.) The latest version may be downloaded from the SMC web site specified on the back cover of this manual. The SMC2671W can be configured by a web browser, specifically Internet Explorer 5.5 or above. Using the web management interface, you can configure the Wireless Ethernet Adapter and view statistics to monitor network activity. Before you attempt to log into the SMC2671W's web-based administration, please verify the following. 1. Your browser is configured properly (see below). 2. Disable any firewall or security software that may be running. 3. Confirm that you have a good link LED where your computer is plugged into the Wireless Ethernet Adapter. If you don't have a link light ­ then try another cable to get a good link. 4. To access the Internet through the Wireless Ethernet Adapter, you must configure the network settings of the computers on your LAN to use the same IP subnet as the Wireless Ethernet Adapter. The default network settings for the Wireless Ethernet Adapter are: SMC2671W IP Address: 192.168.2.25 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 8 EZ INSTALLATION WIZARD To configure your SMC2671W, first verify that your computer has an IP address in the same subnet as the SMC2671W. If you are not familiar with this procedure, see the "Using IPCONFIG" section below. Note: The default IP address of the SMC2671W is 192.168.2.25. 1. Insert the SMC EZ Installation Wizard & Documentation CD into your CD-ROM drive. 2. The EZ Installation Wizard will appear. Click "Configuration Utility" to begin the utility installation and setup process. 9 EZ INSTALLATION WIZARD Using IPCONFIG 1. Click the "Start" button, click "Run" and type "command." 2. Press "OK" and a DOS command prompt will appear. 3. Type "ipconfig" and press enter. 4. Verify that your IP address is 192.168.2.xxx. If so, you can now use the SMC EZ Installation Wizard to configure your SMC2671W. If your IP subnet is different, please go to the "Configuring Your IP Address" on page 25. 10 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION Note: This Configuration Utility is for Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP. After clicking "Configuration Utility," follow the on-screen instructions to install the utility program. 11 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION Using the Configuration Utility 1. Click Start/Programs/SMC2671W/SMC2671W Configuration Utility. 2. The program will automatically scan for SMC2671W access points on the network. If you want to subsequently detect all access points on the network, click the Scan button. From the list of detected SMC2671Ws, double-click on the IP address of the unit you wish to configure. A dialogue box will prompt you for the login password. 3. Enter the default password: smcadmin 12 UTILITY CONFIGURATION Utility Configuration System The first screen displays System information. Menu Device Information Description Mac Address Regulatory Domain Description The model number of the unit The MAC address of the SMC2671W Countries have different regulations regarding the use of radio frequencies. Select the correct domain for your location. · Europe: ETSI · US: FCC The serial number of the SMC2671W Serial Number 13 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION Menu Administrator Password Load Default Reset Refresh/Apply Description Sets the password for administrator access. (Default: smcadmin) The Load Default button will reload the factory default settings. The Reset button will reboot the SMC2671W. Once a configuration change has been made on a screen, be sure to click the Refresh or Apply button at the bottom of the screen to enable the new setting. 14 UTILITY CONFIGURATION IP Config Click on the IP Config tab to display and set up the IP settings of the SMC2671W. Menu Mac address IP address Subnet mask Gateway DHCP Client Description The MAC address of the SMC2671W. Set the IP address for SMC2671W as required. (Default: 192.168.2.25) Set the Subnet Mask as required. (Default: 255.255.255.0) Set the default gateway as required. (Default: 192.168.2.1) You can enable the DHCP Client function to automatically get an IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway from a DHCP server in your network. (Default: Disabled) The Fast Ethernet port (RJ-45) Primary Port 15 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION Statistic The Statistic tab displays transmit and receive statistics for Ethernet and wireless connections. 16 UTILITY CONFIGURATION Wireless Operation The Wireless Operation page allows you to set up the wireless configurations. Menu Wireless Settings Description WLAN Interface WLAN interface allows you to set up a wireless LAN communication environment. (Default: Enable) SSID Broadcast Broadcast the SSID on the wireless network for easy connection with client PCs. (Default: Disable) Channel ID Set the operating radio channel. (Default: 6) Note: Available channel settings are limited by local regulations which determine the available channels. Extended SSID. All wireless clients and the wireless access points within a specific ESS must be configured with the same SSID. (Default: ANY) ESSID 17 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION Menu Device Name Basic Rates Description The name of the wireless access point. (Default: SMC2671W) The highest rate specified is the rate the access point will use when transmitting broadcast/multicast and management frames. Available options are: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps. (Default: 2 Mbps.) Set the data rate transmitted from the SMC2671W. The lower the data rate, the longer the transmission distance. Available options are: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps. (Default: 11) Data Rates Preamble Type The access points and client card drivers have a radio setting for RF Preamble. If you are not sure whether all the clients and access point radios in your wireless network support the Short RF preamble, then leave this setting to the default (Long). Beacon Interval The beacon signals allow the wireless devices to maintain contact with each other. They may also carry power-management information. (Default: 100) RTS Threshold You may configure the access point to initiate an RTS frame. If the packet size is smaller than the preset RTS threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will NOT be enabled. (Default: 2,347 which means Disabled) Frag. Threshold The Fragmentation Threshold can be set between 256 and 2,346. If the packet size is smaller than the preset fragment size, the packet will not be segmented. (Default: 2,346 which means Disabled) Operation Mode Mode BSSID This may be set to Access Point, Range Extender, or Ethernet Adapter. (Default: Ethernet Adapter) Basic Service Set ID. The MAC address of the access point to which the adapter is connected in an infrastructure network. In an ad hoc network, the BSS ID is a random number generated by the first adapter that communicates with other clients in the network. The BSS ID of the other clients will then be set to the same value. 18 UTILITY CONFIGURATION Menu MAC Filtering Description You can decide which wireless devices are allowed to connect to the SMC2671W by adding the MAC address of allowed clients. Wireless devices that are not in the table will be denied access. · Choose Enable MAC Filtering to enable the MAC Filter. (Default: Disabled) · Key in the MAC address of the Ethernet device which is allowed to associate with the SMC2671W, and click Add. Note: The format of the MAC address is 12 hexadecimal digits, i.e., A~F & 0~9. · Select the MAC address from the MAC Address List, and click on the Delete button to remove the client address from the SMC2671W. Note: This table will be blank if the SMC2671W is set to Ethernet Adapter mode since the Ethernet Adapter has no clients but is itself the client of an associated access point. 19 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION Security The Security screen provides you with a versatile encryption method to prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network and provide more secure data transmissions. 20 UTILITY CONFIGURATION Menu Type Encryption Enabled/Disable WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption. (Default: None) Description WEP WEP (mode) Active (key) Passphrase All clients and a wireless access point in the wireless network must have the same WEP setting. The SMC2671W supports shared key encryption with key lengths of the 64-bit standard and 128-bit industry standard. Choose a key from the generated keys. For automatic 64-bit security, enter a passphrase. Four keys will be generated (as shown below). Automatic 128-bit security generates a single passphrase. You may automatically generate encryption keys or manually enter the keys. The bit key must be in hexadecimal. (0~9, A~F, e.g., D7 0A 9C 7F E5.) 64-Bit Manual Entry Key 1~4 - Each Key ID contains 10 HEX digits. 21 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION 128-Bit Manual Entry Key ID contains 26 HEX digits. 64-Bit Auto Entry 22 UTILITY CONFIGURATION 128-Bit Auto Entry 23 UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION About The About tab displays the product name, the software version number of the SMC2671W Configuration management tool, and SMC copyright information. Note: Clicking the SMC logo on the screen takes you to the SMC web site (www.smc.com) for the latest firmware download. 24 CONFIGURING YOUR IP ADDRESS Windows 98/Me Note: Some Windows 9x/Me systems will request that you insert your Windows CD in order to complete the following configuration. Please have this CD ready. 1. Click the "Start" button and choose "Settings," then click "Control Panel." 2. Double-click the "Network" icon. 25 CONFIGURING YOUR IP ADDRESS 3. Select the TCP/IP that is bound to the network adapter that you are currently using to configure your SMC2671W. Click "Properties." 26 WINDOWS 98/ME 4. Select the "Specify an IP address" option and insert 192.168.2.x (where x is 2 ~ 24, 26 ~ 254). Then insert 255.255.255.0 for the subnet mask. 5. Press OK and reboot the machine when prompted to do so. 27 CONFIGURING YOUR IP ADDRESS Windows 2000 1. Right-click the "Network Places" icon on your desktop and click "Properties." 2. Right-click your Local Area Connection and click "Properties." 28 WINDOWS 2000 3. Click "Internet Protocol TCP/IP" and click "Properties." Select the "Use the following IP Address" option and insert 192.168.2.x (where x is 2 ~ 24, 26 ~ 254). Specify the default gateway and DNS server as indicated by your network administrator or Internet Service Provider. 4. Click "OK" and click "Close" to continue and save the changes. 29 CONFIGURING YOUR IP ADDRESS Windows XP 1. Right-click the "Network Places" icon on your desktop and click "Properties." 2. Right-click your "Local Area Connection" and click "Properties." 30 WINDOWS XP 3. Click "Internet Protocol TCP/IP" and click "Properties." 31 CONFIGURING YOUR IP ADDRESS 4. Select the "Use the following IP Address" option and insert 192.168.2.x (where x is 2 ~ 24, 26 ~ 254) for the IP address. Specify the default gateway and DNS server as indicated by your network administrator or Internet Service Provider. 5. Click "OK" and click "Close" to continue and save the changes. 32 WEB MANAGEMENT Browser Configuration Confirm that your browser is configured for a direct connection to the Internet using the Ethernet cable that is installed in the computer. Disable Proxy Connection You will also need to verify that the HTTP Proxy feature of your web browser is disabled. This is so that your web browser will be able to view the SMC2671W configuration pages. The following steps are for Internet Explorer. Determine which browser you use and follow the appropriate steps. Internet Explorer (5.5 or above) in Microsoft Windows 1. Open Internet Explorer. Click Tools, and then select Internet Options. 2. In the Internet Options window, click the Connections tab. 3. Click the LAN Settings button. 4. Clear all the check boxes and click OK to save these LAN settings changes. 5. Click OK again to close the Internet Options window. Internet Explorer in Macintosh 1. Open Internet Explorer. Click Explorer/Preferences. 2. In the Internet/Explorer/Preferences window, under Network, select Proxies. 3. Uncheck all check boxes and click OK. 33 WEB MANAGEMENT To access the SMC2671W's management interface, enter the Wireless Ethernet Adapter IP address in your web browser http://192.168.2.25. Then enter the password and click LOGIN. (Default password: smcadmin) The home page displays the Setup options. Navigating the Web Browser Interface The SMC2671W's web management interface features a user-friendly setup interface. This configuration UI supports advanced functions like password setting, LAN IP setting, wireless security configuration, MAC address filtering, firmware upgrade, and other advanced functions. Making Configuration Changes Configurable parameters have a dialog box or a drop-down list. Once a configuration change has been made on a page, be sure to click the APPLY or REFRESH button at the bottom of the page to enable the new setting. Note: To ensure proper screen refresh after a command entry, ensure that Internet Explorer 5.5 is configured as follows: Under the menu Tools/Internet Options/General/ Temporary Internet Files/Settings, the setting for "Check for newer versions of stored pages" should be "Every visit to the page." 34 NAVIGATING THE WEB BROWSER INTERFACE Use the web management interface to define system parameters, manage and control the Wireless Ethernet Adapter and its ports, or monitor network conditions. The following table outlines the selections available from this program. Menu System LAN Wireless MAC Filter Tools Description Sets the password for administrator access Sets the TCP/IP configuration of the Wireless Ethernet Adapter's LAN interface and DHCP setup Configures the wireless channel, SSID, and encryption for wireless communications Configures access to your network clients based on the MAC (Media Access Control) address of the client machine Contains options to backup and restore the current configuration, restore all configuration settings to the factory defaults, update system firmware, or reset the system Displays WAN and Ethernet traffic statistics Displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version numbers Status 35 WEB MANAGEMENT System Password Settings Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. (Default: smcadmin). For security reasons, you should change the default password before exposing the SMC2671W to the Internet. Passwords can contain from 3 to 12 alphanumeric characters and are not case-sensitive. Enter a maximum Idle Time Out (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which the login session is maintained during inactivity. If the connection is inactive for longer than the maximum idle time, it will be logged out, and you have to log in to the web management system again. (Default: 10 minutes) 36 NAVIGATING THE WEB BROWSER INTERFACE LAN With "Obtain an IP Address Automatically [DHCP]" enabled, the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway can be dynamically assigned to the SMC2671W by the network DHCP server. Note: If there is no DHCP server on your network, then the SMC2671W will automatically start up with its default IP address, 192.168.2.25. The SMC2671W does not provide DHCP service. It simply passes client DHCP requests through to the DHCP server to obtain an IP Address. If your Internet Service Provider has assigned a fixed IP address, select "Configure a Static IP Address." Enter the assigned address and subnet mask for the SMC2671W. Then enter the gateway address of your ISP. You may need a fixed address if you want to provide Internet services, such as a web server or FTP server. 37 WEB MANAGEMENT Wireless To configure the SMC2671W as an Ethernet Adapter, all you need to do is define the radio channel, the Service Set Identifier (SSID), and encryption options. In Ethernet Adapter mode or Range Extender mode, the radio channel and SSID (Service Set ID) of the SMC2671W must be set to the same values as those of the access point with which they are associated. If the SMC2671W is in Access Point mode, you must specify a common radio channel and SSID (Service Set ID) to be used by the Wireless Ethernet Adapter and all of your wireless clients. Be sure you configure all of your clients to the same values. 38