Wireless LAN Access Point EW-7205AP User’s Manual
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction............................................................................. 1 1.1 Package Contents .......................................................................................... 1 1.2 Features ......................................................................................................... 1 1.3 Specifications ................................................................................................ 2 1.4 System Requirement ................
Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction This Wireless LAN Access Point provides a flexible way for users to configure their network by eliminating LAN wiring. With the slick Windows-based configuration tools, users can easily deploy and control this access point. Advanced user authentication ensures a high level of security for wireless networking. In additional to corporate use, this Access Point can also be implemented in the public arena such as airports, hotels, etc.. 1.
Introduction Plug-and-play installation. Desktop and wall mountable design. 1.3 Specifications Standards: IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u (Wired), IEEE 802.11b (Wireless) Data Rate: 11, 5.5, 2, and 1Mbps Security: 64(40)/128-bit WEP data encryption Frequency Band: 2.400~2.
Introduction Receive Sensitivity: -80 dBm @FER=8% , 11 Mbps. -83 dBm @FER=8% , 5.5 Mbps -86 dBm @FER=8%, 1 Mbps Dimension: 190(H) x 65(W) x 130(D) mm Temperature: Operating: 32~122°F ( 0 ~50°C) Storage :-13~149°F (-25~65°C) Humidity: 10-95% (Noncondensing) Certifications: Canada/U.S.A FCC Part 15C, sections 15.247, 15.205, 15.209, RSS-210 Europe: ETS 300.328, ETS 300.826 CE Mark 1.4 System Requirement Computer with USB or Ethernet connection Windows 98, 98SE, Millennium, 2000 Professional or XP. 1.
Introduction LED Color Power Green LAN Link/Activity Wireless TX/RX Green Amber Green Status Lit Off Description Power is supplied. No Power. Lit Flash Off A valid link is established. Data packets are received. No link is established. Flash Flash Off Antenna is transmitting data. Antenna is receiving data. Antenna is not transmitting or receiving data. Back Panel Access Point’s connection ports are located on the back panel. Below is the description of each connection port.
Introduction USB Port The USB port which connects to an USB-ready PC is used to configure the Access Point. To work with USB port, the PC must be running Windows 98, Me, 2000 or XP. DC Adapter Port Insert the power jack of the power adapter into this port. 10/100Mbps This port connects to Ethernet network devices, such as a hub, switch, or router. Reset If problems occur with the Access Point, press the Access Point’s reset button with a pencil tip and the Access Point will re-boot itself immediately.
Wireless LAN Access Point Connection Chapter 2 Wireless LAN Access Point Connection 1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless LAN Access Point. The best location for your Wireless LAN Access Point is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations. 2. Connect the Wireless LAN Access Point to your 10/100Mbps network.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Chapter 3 Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Two software tools are provided to configure the Access Point. AP Utility The AP Utility can be used when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point through a USB connection and is compatible with Windows 98, Millennium, 2000 and XP.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration You can use the Get, Modify and Set buttons to configure the parameters for the Wireless LAN Access Point. “Get” View the current parameters of the Access Point. “Modify” Set new values to the pre-selected parameters. “Set” Download any changes to the Access Point. For Example: 1. Press the Get button to view all the current parameters of the Access Point. 2. Click one of the parameters you would like to configure. 3.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration The parameters for the Wireless LAN Access Point are described below: Parameters MAC Address Description The MAC Address of the Access Point. Regulatory Domain This parameter is used to designate the Access Point’s regulatory domain. There are seven domains you can set including FCC, DOC, ETSI, SPAIN, FRANCE, MKK and MKK1. Note that the Regulatory Domain and the Wireless Channel parameter have the specific corresponding relation listed as below.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Parameters Description Auto Rate Fall Back Select Enable or Disable. When this is enabled, the wireless network provides more flexibility when wireless devices roam. As wireless devices move away from the Access Point, the transfer rate will automatically fall back to the most optimum rate allowed. Wireless Channel Select the channel to be used. Channels differ from country to country. There are 14 channels available.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Parameters/Buttons Description Authentication Type Defines the Access Point’s authentication type. Only the Wireless Stations that pass the authentication test can connect to the Access Point. Open System: any stations can associate with the Access Point without authentication. Shared Key: stations using a shared key (the WEP Key identified by the Access Point) can associate with the Access Point.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Parameters/Buttons Description Operational Mode Sets this Access Point to following operational mode. • Access Point • Access Point Client • Wireless Bridge User Community Indicates the user’s password. The default password is “public”. User Access Indicates the user’s access rights. You can restrict the user to read only. Administrator Community Indicates the administrator’s password. The default password is “public”.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Parameters/Buttons Description SNMP Traps Enabled/Disabled SNMP traps which are messages indicating that an action related to the Access Point took place. These messages will be displayed in the main window of the SNMP Manager tool. WEP 128 keys #1-#4 The default key that will be used while WEP type is 128 bits. Enter 26 digit Hex values in the range of “A-F”, “af” and “0-9” for encryption keys.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration 3.2 Access Point SNMP Manager 3.2.1 How to Install the SNMP Manager Step 1: Insert the Setup CD and run the program “setup.exe” which you will find under the Utilities\SNMP folder in your CD. You will see the welcome page of the installation program. Click Next to continue. Step 2: Read the terms of the License Agreement, and if you agree, click Yes; otherwise, click No to cancel installation.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Step 3: The Choose Destination Location screen will show you the default destination chosen by the program. If you want to install this in another location, click the Browser button and select an alternate destination. When you are ready to continue, click the Next button.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Step 4: In this frame you will find where the program will be installed. If you want to change the program folder, please type the name in the Program Folders field. Click Next to continue.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Step 5: All the settings of this installation will be shown in the following screen. Click Back to change the settings; otherwise, click Next to continue. Step 6: The SNMP Manager has now been installed. Select Yes to restart your PC.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration 3.2.2 Using the SNMP Manager Before using the SNMP Manager to configure the Access Point, verify the Ethernet station and the Access Point are on the same subnet. The following is the default IP address and Sub Mask of the Access Point: Default IP Address: 10.170.254.32 Default Sub Mask: 255.255.254.0 In order to change the IP address and Sub Mask of the Access Point, you must use the AP Utility Application (only through the USB port). Please refer to Section 3.1.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration 3.2.2.1 Connecting to the Access Point Connect to the Access Point Pull down the File menu and select the Connect to Access Point submenu. You can directly connect with the Access Point by typing its IP Address and appropriate password (The default password is "public"). Additionally you have to select the User or Administrator Authority in the Authority combo-box.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Find Access Point Pull down the File menu and select the Connect to Access Point submenu. This submenu allows you to find and connect with an Access Point without knowing its IP Address. Select the available Access Points and press the Connect button to connect with it. 3.2.2.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Refresh If you want to get the original setting on the Access Point, pull down the File menu and select the Refresh submenu. IP Configuration Pull down the Setup menu and select the IP Configuration from the Bridge submenu. You can modify the IP Address and IP Mask through this window directly. If DHCP is enabled, select the primary port where the DHCP server is connected.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Privacy Options Pull down the Setup menu and select the Privacy Options from the Wireless LAN submenu. Key 1~Key 4 64(40)-bit WEP: input 10 digit Hex values (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range) as the encryption keys. 128-bit WEP: input 26 digit Hex values (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range) as the encryption keys. Default Key Only the key you select it in the “Default key” will take effect.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Access Point Name Fill in a user-friendly name for the Access Point. ESSID This is an up to 32 characters ASCII string used to identify a WLAN that prevents the unintentional merging of two co-located WLANs. The ESSID value must be the same in all stations and Access points in the extended WLAN. Channel There are 14 channels available. The channels differ from country to country.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Auto Rate Fall Back When this is enabled the transmission rate is the optimum rate. In case of obstacles or interference, the system will automatically fall back. Authentication Type Open System: Any station in the WLAN can associate with an Access Point and receive and transmitted data without authentication. Shared Key: Only stations using a shared key (WEP Key identified by the Access Point) are allowed to associate with the Access Point.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Modify Authorized MAC Address Pull down the Setup menu and select the Authorized Mac Address from the Wireless LAN submenu. For security reasons the Access Point is able to associate with authorized MAC Address stations. Load File You can build a text file that consists a list of MAC Address, Ex. 001122334125 221032554111 and press Load File button to load these MAC Addresses to the table. Download Download the Access Point’s Authorized MAC Addresses.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Authorization Table Enable If checked, only devices with MAC Addresses in the Authorization Table can connect to the Access Point. Enable SNMP Traps Pull down the Setup menu and select the Enable SNMP Traps submenu to enable or disable SNMP traps. SNMP Traps are messages indicating the action of the Access Point displayed in the right bottom corner of the main window.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration If you want to view additional information for every Trap Message, you could pull down the Traps menu and select the View Record submenu. Authorization (Password Setting) Pull down the Setup menu and select the Authorization submenu to setup the Administrator and User’s password.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Reset Device You can reset the Access Point. This action takes place after a user makes configuration changes in order to initiate the changes. Restore Default You can restore the factory default values of the Access Point. Associated Station Pull down the Network menu and select the Associated Station. This screen shows the MAC Address of the associated stations with the Access Point.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration Wireless Statistics Pull down the Info menu and select the Wireless Statistics submenu to view the report about the Access Point’s activity. Ethernet Statistics Pull down the Info menu and select the Ethernet Statistics submenu to view the report about the Access Point’s Ethernet Port activity.
Wireless LAN Access Point Firmware Upgrade Chapter 4 Wireless LAN Access Point Firmware Upgrade Two software tools are provided to upgrade Access Point’s firmware. AP Utility The AP Utility can be used to upgrade Access Point’s firmware through a USB connection and is compatible with Windows 98, Millennium, 2000 and XP. TFTP Client The TFTP Client can be used to upgrade Access Point’s firmware through an Ethernet connection or its wireless connections. 4.
Wireless LAN Access Point Firmware Upgrade 4.2 TFTP Client 4.2.1 How to Install the TFTP Client Please run the program setup.exe which you will find under DFU\FirmwareUP folder in your CD. Follow the instructions of the setup program and select the directory where the application is installed. 4.2.2 Using the TFTP Client On the Start menu, choose Start->Program->Atmel Utilities->FW Upgrade->FW Upgrade to start the program. The following screen appears.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions to problems usually encountered during the installation and operation of the Wireless LAN Access Point. 1. Can the Wireless Access Point act as my DHCP Server? No. The Access Point is nothing more than a wireless hub, and, cannot be configured to handle any DHCP server capabilities. 2. Can the Wireless Access Point connect to PC directly? Yes.
Troubleshooting 7. Can data be intercepted while transmitting through the air? WLAN features two-fold protection in security. On the hardware side, as with Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum technology, it has the inherent scrambling security feature. On the software side, the WLAN series offers the encryption function (WEP) to enhance security and access control. 8. What is WEP? WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, a data privacy mechanism based on a 64(40)-bit shared key algorithm. 9.
