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Installation Guide 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point IEEE 802.
EAP2316A E072005-R01
Compliances Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 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. • The 2.
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Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Package Checklist Hardware Description Component Description Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 2-1 Access Point Configuration 2-4 Chapter 3: Network Configuration 3-1 Network Topologies Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no Access Point) Infrastructure Wireless LAN Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs Infrastructure Wireless Bridge Infrastructure Wireless Repeater Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing Access Point Indicators Appendix B: Cables and Pin
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Chapter 1: Introduction The 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point is an IEEE 802.11b/g access point that provides transparent, wireless high-speed data communications between the wired LAN and fixed or mobile devices equipped with an 802.11b, or 802.11g wireless adapter. This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings over wired LANs (which include long-term maintenance overhead for cabling). Using 802.11b and 802.
Introduction Super G– The Atheros proprietary Super G performance enhancements are supported by the access point. Features and benifits of Super G are described in the following table: Feature Characteristics Benifit Bursting More data frames per given time period Standards-based Relevant to STA Increased throughput via overhead reduction 802.
Hardware Description Hardware Description Top Panel N er w LA AN Po W W Power LED WLAN LED Traffic Rate WAN LED Traffic Rate LED Side Panels External Antenna Connector (not currently implemented) Rest Button 10/100 Ethernet Port Power Socket WAN ANT Reset DC5V ANT External Antenna Connector (not currently implemented) 1-3
Introduction Component Description Antennas The access point includes integrated internal diversity antennas for wireless comunications. A diversity antenna system uses two identical antennas to receive and transmit signals, helping to avoid multipath fading effects. When receiving, the access point checks both antennas and selects the one with the strongest signal. When transmitting, it will continue to use the antenna previously selected for receiving.
Hardware Description Ethernet Port The access point has one 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX RJ-45 port that can be attached directly to 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN segments. These segments must conform to the IEEE 802.3 or 802.3u specifications. This port supports automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, so you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs, switches, or hubs.
Introduction 1-6
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 1. Select a Site – Choose a proper place for the access point. In general, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight of all wireless devices. Try to place the access point in a position that can best cover its Basic Service Set (refer to “Infrastructure Wireless LAN” on page 3-2). For optimum performance, consider these points: • Mount the access point as high as possible above any obstructions in the coverage area.
Hardware Installation Mounting on a wall – The access point should be mounted only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its equivalent. Mark the position of the mounting screws on the wall so they line up with the two mounting slots on the bottom of the access point. Set the 5/8-inch number 12 wood screws into the wall, leaving about 3 mm (0.12 in.) clearance from the wall. And then slide the access point down onto the screws.
T-rail (ceiling mount) A N T R e s e t A N W D C 5 V 3. Connect the Power Cord – Connect the power adapter to the access point, and the power cord to an AC power outlet. Note: If the access point is connected to both a PoE source device and an AC power source, PoE will be disabled. Caution: Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with this access point. Otherwise, the product may be damaged. 4.
Hardware Installation Note: The RJ-45 port on the access point supports automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, so you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs, switches, or hubs. Access Point Configuration The access point can be configured by connecting a PC to its Ethernet port and accessing the web interface. The default IP address of the access point is 192.168.1.50, with default user name and password of ‘admin’.
Chapter 3: Network Configuration Wireless networks support a stand-alone configuration as well as an integrated configuration with 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LANs. The 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point also provides repeater and bridging services.
Network Configuration Network Topologies Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no Access Point) An ad hoc wireless LAN consists of a group of computers, each equipped with a wireless adapter, connected via radio signals as an independent wireless LAN. Computers in a specific ad hoc wireless LAN must therefore be configured to the same radio channel. An ad hoc wireless LAN can be used for a branch office or SOHO operation.
Network Topologies Wired LAN Extension to Wireless Clients Server Desktop PC Switch Access Point Notebook PC Desktop PC Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs The Basic Service Set (BSS) defines the communications domain for each access point and its associated wireless clients. The BSS ID is a 48-bit binary number based on the access point’s wireless MAC address, and is set automatically and transparently as clients associate with the access point.
Network Configuration Seamless Roaming Between Access Points Server Desktop PC Switch Switch Access Point Notebook PC Notebook PC Access Point Desktop PC Infrastructure Wireless Bridge The IEEE 802.11 standard defines a WIreless Distribution System (WDS) for bridge connections between BSS areas (access points). The access point uses WDS to forward traffic on links between units. Up to six WDS bridge links can be specified for each unit in the wireless bridge network.
Network Topologies Network Core Wireless Bridge Links Between Access Points Root Bridge Bridge Bridge Bridge Infrastructure Wireless Repeater The access point can also operate in a bridge “repeater” mode to extend the range of links to wireless clients. The access point uses WDS to forward traffic between the repeater bridge and the root bridge. The access point supports up to six WDS repeater links. In repeater mode, the access point does not support an Ethernet link to a wired LAN.
Network Configuration Network Core Wireless Repeater Links Between Access Points Root Bridge 802.11g Radio Repeater Link 802.11g Radio Repeater Link Repeater 802.11g Radio AP Link 802.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing Access Point Indicators Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action Power LED is Off • AC power adapter may be disconnected. Check connections between the access point, the power adapter, and the wall outlet. • PoE power to the access point may be disabled at the connected switch port. Check the switch configuration to be sure that PoE power is enabled for the switch and specified port.
Troubleshooting A-2
Appendix B: Cables and Pinouts Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments For 10/100BASE-TX connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connector must be attached to both ends of the cable. Caution: Each wire pair must be attached to the RJ-45 connectors in a specific orientation.
Cables and Pinouts Pin MDI Signal Name MDI-X Signal Name 1 Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data plus (RD+) 2 Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data minus (RD-) 3 Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data plus (TD+) 4 GND (Positive Vport) GND (Positive Vport) 5 GND (Positive Vport) GND (Positive Vport) 6 Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data minus (TD-) 7 -48V feeding power (Negative- Vport) -48V feeding power (Negative- Vport) 8 -48V feeding power (Negative- Vport) -48V feeding powe
Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments Crossover Wiring If the twisted-pair cable is to join two ports and either both ports are labeled with an “X” (MDI-X) or neither port is labeled with an “X” (MDI), a crossover must be implemented in the wiring.
Cables and Pinouts B-4
Appendix C: Specifications General Specifications Maximum Channels 802.11b/g: FCC/IC: 1-11 ETSI: 1-13 France: 10-13 MKK: 1-14 Taiwan: 1-11 Maximum Clients 64 per VAP interface Data Rate 802.11g: 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps per channel 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps per channel Modulation Type 802.11g: CCK, BPSK, QPSK, OFDM 802.11b: CCK, BPSK, QPSK Network Configuration Infrastructure Operating Frequency 802.11b: 2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US, Canada, ETSI) 2.4 ~ 2.497 GHz (Japan) 2.400 ~ 2.
Specifications Weight 0.205 kg (0.44 lbs) LED Indicators PWR (Power), WAN (Ethernet Link/Activity), WLAN (802.11b/g Wireless Link/ Activity), Traffic Rate (Wireless LAN bandwidth utilization) Network Management Web-browser, SNMP Temperature Operating: 0 to 55 °C (32 to 131 °F) Storage: 0 to 70 °C (32 to 158 °F) Humidity 15% to 95% (non-condensing) Compliances FCC Part 15B Class B Radio Signal Certification FCC Part 15C 15.247, 15.207 (2.
General Specifications Sensitivity IEEE 802.11g Data Rate Sensitivity (dBm) 6 Mbps -88 9 Mbps -87 12 Mbps -86 17 Mbps -85 24 Mbps -81 36 Mbps -77 48 Mbps -72 54 Mbps -70 IEEE 802.11b Data Rate Sensitivity (dBm) 1 Mbps -93 2 Mbps -90 5.5 Mbps -90 11 Mbps -87 Transmit Power IEEE 802.11g Maximum Output Power (GHz - dBm) Data Rate 2.412 2.417~2.467 2.
Specifications IEEE 802.11b Maximum Output Power (GHz - dBm) Data Rate 2.412 2.417~2.467 2.472 1 Mbps 15 16 15 2 Mbps 15 16 15 5.5 Mbps 15 16 15 11 Mbps 15 16 15 Operating Range Note: The operating range distances listed in the following tables are for typical environments only. Operating ranges can vary considerably depending on factors such as local interference and barrier composition.
Model Number: EAP2316A Pub.
