Quick Install Guide Wireless-G 54Mbps XRTM Access Point (Compatible with Compex PoE Injector) WP54G 1a
Table of Contents 1: Introduction...................................................................................1 2: Let’s Get Going-Hardware Setup ...............................................3 3: Access to Web-based Interface ................................................8 4: Panel Views and Descriptions...................................................12 5: Technical Specifications ...........................................................15 Packaging Content..........................
Chapter 1 Introduction 1: Introduction The Compex WP54G Wireless-G 54Mbps XR™ Managed Access Point is a highperformance AP that is designed for enterprise and public access applications. Embedded with the Atheros chipset, it boasts network robustness and stability and wider network coverage. Based on 802.11g, it can support transfer speeds 5X faster than 802.11b. WP54G supports high-speed data transmission of up to 54Mbps in the 2.4GHz frequency band.
Chapter 1 Introduction Packaging Content Actual product appearance may slightly differ depending on the hardware version.
Chapter 2 Let’s Get Going - Hardware Setup 2: Let’s Get Going-Hardware Setup Compex WP54G can be powered using either the power adapter provided or the Compex PoE Injector. The installation process for both options is described below. Method One: Using power adapter to supply power to the unit Connect the external antenna to the SMA connector of Compex WP54G.
Chapter 2 Let’s Get Going - Hardware Setup Attach the power adapter to the main electrical supply, and connect the power plug into the socket of the Compex WP54G. Power ON your PC. Notice that the Power and Port 1 or 2 (depending on which port you have connected the RJ45 Ethernet cable to) LEDs have lighted up. This indicates that the connection has been established successfully between your Compex WP54G and your PC.
Chapter 2 Let’s Get Going - Hardware Setup Method Two: Using Compex PoE to supply power to the unit Compex Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) is fully compatible with our Compex WP54G. This accessory supplies operational power to the wireless AP via the Ethernet cable connection. Users who have already purchased the Compex PoE and who wish to use it to supply power to the Compex WP54G may follow the installation procedures as shown below: Connect the external antenna to the SMA connector of Compex WP54G.
Chapter 2 Let’s Get Going - Hardware Setup Next, connect the RJ45 Ethernet cable attached to the Compex PoE Injector to your PC’s Ethernet network adapter. Once you have finished configuring your WP54G, you can connect the PoE Injector’s RJ45 Ethernet cable to your network device, such as to a switch or hub. PC Connect the power adapter supplied in the Compex PoE kit to the main electrical supply and the power plug into the socket of the injector.
Chapter 2 Let’s Get Going - Hardware Setup Now, turn on your power supply. Notice that the Power and Port 2 (according to the picture illustration) LEDs have lighted up. This indicates that the WP54G is receiving power through the Compex PoE Injector and that connection between Compex WP54G and your PC has been established.
Chapter 3 Access to Web-based Interface 3: Access to Web-based Interface There are two methods to access to the web-based interface of Compex WP54G: 1. Through the Compex Utility – uConfig You can access to the web-based interface directly without having to change the IP address of your PC. 2. Through your web browser First, you will need to assign an IP address to your PC, such as 192.168.168.xxx, where x can be any value from 2 to 254, so that it is in the same subnet as Compex WP54G.
Chapter 3 Access to Web-based Interface Select NetPassage WP54G in the Compex Products List section and click on the Open Web button. To retrieve and display the available device(s) in the list, click on the Refresh button. This screen prompts you not to exit your uConfig program while accessing to your web-based interface, or else you will fail to connect to your device. Click on the OK button to proceed.
Chapter 3 Access to Web-based Interface At the authentication page, click on the LOGIN! button to enter the main configuration page. The default password is “password”. You will then reach the home page of Compex WP54G’s web-based interface. Note: Refer to User’s Manual for instructions on how to configure Compex WP54G for wireless access.
Chapter 3 Access to Web-based Interface Access to the Web interface manually If you wish to access to the web interface manually, you need to configure the TCP/IP of your PC. Refer to User’s Manual in the Product CD. If you have forgotten the IP address of your access point, do not worry! Compex has designed another utility program NpFind that helps you verify the IP address of your Compex product. You can also find this utility in the Product CD.
Chapter 4 Panel Views and Descriptions 4: Panel Views and Descriptions Front View of Compex WP54G 1 2 3 4 5 Name 1 LED (Power) Description Steady Blue The device is powered up. Off No power is supplied to the device. 2 LED (Diagnostic) Flashing Green This indicates the flash during the power-up. The light will go off when the diagnostic is passed. 3 LED (WAN Link/Act) Steady Green WAN connection is enabled. Flashing Green Data transmission at WAN connection.
Chapter 4 Panel Views and Descriptions Name 5 Description LED (Port 1 & 2 LEDs) Steady Green Connection has been established between the device and the network. Flashing Green Activity is detected in the network. Off No network connection.
Chapter 4 Panel Views and Descriptions Name Description 9 DC Jack Connect to power adapter (if used). 10 Reverse SMA connector Connect to external SMA antenna. Bottom View of Compex WP54G 11 Name 11 Reset Push button Description To reboot, press once. To reset password, press and hold the button for 5 seconds. The DIAG light will flash fast for about 5 flashes/sec before releasing the button. To restore the factory default settings, press and hold the button for more than 10 seconds.
Chapter 5 Technical Specification 5: Technical Specifications Safety and Electromagnetic Conformance ! ! ! ! FCC Part 15 SubPart B and SubPart C [for wireless module] EN 300 328-2 [for wireless module] EMC CE EN 301 489 (EN300 826) [for wireless module] EN 55022 (CISPR 22)/EN 55024 Class B EN 61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3 CE EN 60950 Industrial Standards ! ! IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g Performance ! Network speeds dynamically shift between 1,2, 5.
Chapter 5 Technical Specification Modulation Techniques OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM), DSSS (BPSK, QPSK, CCK) Output Power IEEE 802.11b: IEEE 802.
Chapter 5 Physical Dimensions Technical Specification 145mm x 132mm x 41mm (H x W x D) Further Information References For more details on the WP54G configuration, please refer to the User’s Manual in the accompanying Product CD. This document may become superseded, in which case you may find its latest version at: http://www.compex.com.
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The transmitter shall not be collocated with other transmitters or antennas. ICES 003 Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: Compex, Inc. declares that the product: Product Name: Compex Wireless-G 54Mbps XRTM Access Point Model No.: WP54G conforms to the following Product Standards: This device complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
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Manual Number: M-0478-V1.1C Version 1.