Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge User’s Manual Rev.
TABLE OF C ONTENTS ABOUT THIS GUIDE................................................................................................. 3 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 4 PACKAGE CONTENTS ..............................................................................................5 GENERAL FEATURES ...............................................................................................5 SERVICE FEATURES ...............
A BOUT THIS G UIDE This manual describes the Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge, including full descriptions of its features, detailed installation procedures, and product specification.
1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing your Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge, a device that can be implemented in a variety of ways to provide wireless access by converting an Ethernet connection. For devices with a built-in Ethernet port, the Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge provides a cost effective way to gain wireless connectivity, virtually transforming wired devices into wireless units! Connect any Ethernet-enabled device to an existing 802.11b wireless network using the Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge.
Package Contents Carefully remove all items from the package. User’s Guide, be certain that you have: In addition to this Hardware ♦ One Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge ♦ One AC Power adapter suitable for your country’s electric power service ♦ One Installation CD-ROM ♦ One Quick Installation Guide If any item is missing, or if you find any damage or mismatch, promptly contact your dealer for assistance.
Service Features With the Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge, you can provide instant wireless access to the LAN (Local Area Network) for Ethernet-enabled devices. People use WLAN technology for many different purposes: ♦ Mobility - Productivity increases when people have access to data in any location within the operating range of the WLAN. Management decisions based on real-time information can significantly improve worker efficiency.
External Features This section describes the external features of your Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge. Front View Front Panel There are two LEDs indicators on the front panel: LEDs Description Power A steady Green light indicates a proper connection to a power source. Wireless Link/Act A steady Yellow light indicates a wireless connection. A blinking light indicates that the Bridge is receiving/ transmitting from/to the wireless network.
Rear View Rear Panel Components Description DC Power Input Connect one end of the 5V DC Power Adapter (included) to the power input connector on the Bridge and connect the other end of the Power Adapter to a power outlet. Reset Button Press this button to revert to the factory default settings of the Bridge. Ethernet Port This RJ-45 Auto MDI/MDIX port provides connection to a network device using a Cat 5 Ethernet cable.
2 INSTALLATION This chapter explains how to install your Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge and connect it to the network. Installing the Bridge Follow these steps for a trouble-free start of Bridge operations with your Ethernet-to-Wireless Bridge. 1. First, connect the power adapter to the connector at the back panel of the Bridge and then plug the other end of the power adapter to a wall outlet or power strip. The Power LED will turn ON to indicate proper operation. 2.
Connecting the Bridge Infrastructure Mode This example illustrates an Infrastructure setup. required to connect the Bridge.
Ad-Hoc Mode This example illustrates an Infrastructure setup. required to connect the Bridge.
Configuration of the Bridge Before configuring the Bridge, please consider the following: - You will need a JavaScript-enabled web-browser such as the Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, or the Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later. - The computer that you are using for initial configuration must have an IP Address within the same range as the IP Address of the Bridge. The Bridge has a default IP Address of 192.168.0.30 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.
To configure the Bridge: 1. Whenever you want to configure your network or the Bridge, you can access the Configuration Utility by opening the web-browser and typing in the IP Address of the Bridge. The Bridge’s default IP Address is shown below: Note: The IP Address shown in the example above is the default setting. If you have changed the IP Address of the Bridge, then input that IP Address in the web browser, instead of the default IP Address shown. 2. The logon pop-up screen will appear.
3. The Home window will appear. Please refer to the Quick Installation Guide, included with your purchase, for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. Once you have completed the configuration of the Bridge, the current settings will be displayed in this window.
4. Click the Network tab. This window displays the default settings of the Bridge. The default IP Address is 192.168.0.30. If you select Dynamic IP Address, you will obtain a dynamic IP Address from a DHCP server on your network. The Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. Input the IP Address of the Gateway (the router on your network). Click Apply if you have made any changes.
5. Click the Wireless tab. This window allows you to set the network construction, such as Ad-Hoc mode and Infrastructure mode. Infrastructure is the default setting. - AP Name: You may choose to rename your Bridge, especially if you have more than one Access Point on your network. SSID (Service Set Identifier): default is the default setting. The SSID is a unique name that identifies a network. All devices on a network must share the same SSID name in order to communicate on the network.
- - - Channel: Channel 6 is the default channel. Input a new number if you want to change the default setting. All devices on the network must be set to the same channel to communicate on the network. WEP Encryption: Select Enable Encryption to use WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) on the network. All devices on the network, and the Access Point, must share the same WEP selection – either Enable or Disable, and they must share the same WEP key.
6. Click the Admin tab. This window allows you to control the Bridge as an administrator. - - - Administrator Settings: Change your password in this window. Re-enter the new password to confirm. It can be up to 14 characters in length. Please keep a copy of your password in a safe place. Click Apply, if you have made any changes. System Settings: The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive by clicking Save.
After you have downloaded a firmware upgrade to your local drive, click Browse. Select the firmware and click Apply to complete the upgrade. 7. Click the Help tab. This window displays information about each window in the Configuration menu. When you change the settings in the Configuration menu, you will need to restart the Bridge for the changes to take effect.
A P RODUCT S PECIFICATIONS Standards - IEEE 802.11 IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.3 Ethernet IEEE 802.3u Port - 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Auto MDI/MDIX Data Rates with Automatic Feedback - 22 Mbps 11 Mbps 5.
Media Access Control - CSMA/CA with ACK Franquency Range - 2.4 GHz to 2.4385 GHz Operating Range Indoors: up to 328 ft. (100 m)* Outdoors: up to 1,312 ft. (400 m)* * Environmental factors may adversely affect range. Modulation Technology - PBCC : Packet Binary Convolutional Coding DSSS : Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum 11-chip Barker Sequence Modulation Techniques - PBCC (22 Mbps/8.5 db) PBCC (11 Mbps/4.5 db) CCK (11 Mbps/8.5 db) PBCC (5.5 Mbps/1.5 db) CCK (5.5 Mbps/5.
Transmitter Output Power - 15 dBm +/- 2 dB External Antenna Type - Detachable 1.0 dB gain with reverse SMA connector Over-driving Levels - Tolerates up to +17 dBm at the antenna Device Management - Web-based : Internet Explorer 6.0 or later; Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later; or other Java-enabled browser. Temperature - Operating : 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) Storing : 4°F to 167°F (-20°C to 75°C) Humidity - 95% maximum (non-condensing) Safety & Emission - FCC CE Dimensions - 3.5(L) x 3.
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 equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
