Acer WarpLink 2412 User manual

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Your Installation Guide to
Access Point
WarpLink 2412
Version 2.0 –January 2001
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Copyright Statement
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted in any form or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise without the prior writing of the publisher.
Windows 95/98 and Windows 2000 are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
Pentium is trademark of Intel.
All copyright reserved.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents 3
Regulatory information 5
1. Welcome 6
1.1 Advantages for Using Wireless Network 6
1.2 About Access Point 7
1.3 Verifying kit contents 7
1.4 Wireless Adapter 7
1.5 System Interoperatability 7
2. Step by StepInstallation Guide 8
2.1 Install Access Point 8
2.2 Install APManager to your computer 10
3. Guide to APManager Software 12
3.1 About APManager 12
3.2 APManager Features 12
3.3 APManager Main Window 13
4. Using APManager 15
4.1 Managing WLANs 16
4.2 Managing Access Points 18
4.3 Access Point Propertie Tab 19
4.4 Network Settings Dialog 20
4.5 Searching for Access Points 21
4.6 Manually programming IP addresses 22
4.7 Updating Access Point Settings 23
4.8 More about Cells 24
4.9 Compatibility 24
5. Managing Security 25
5.1 WLAN Security Properties Tab 26
5.2 Managing Access Control 27
5.3 IEEE 802.11b WEP Security 28

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6. Quick Start to Wireless Networking 29
7. Build From Network Wizard 30
7.1 Access Point Settings 31
7.2 Commit to Network 32
7.3 Network Properties 33
7.4 Network Security 34
7.5 Search Network 35
7.6 Confirm Clear Document 36
8. Glossary 36
9. Technical Specifications 37

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Regulatory Information
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of this device or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and
equipment other than specified. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized
modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user. Built-in antennas,
whether installed indoors or out, should be installed only by experienced antenna installation
professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes and, wherever applicable, are
licensed by the appropriate government regulatory authorities.
USA –Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class BDigital Devices,
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 instruction,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications, However, there is no guarantee that
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 or relocate the receiving antenna
-Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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.
CAUTION: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 2.5cm
must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons."
Canada –Industry Canada (IC)
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing
Equipment Regulations.
EU Declaration of Conformity (Europe)
Access Point conforms to the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Safety EN60950/IEC950
EMC EN55022/CISPR22 Class B EN50082-1
EN61000-3-2/EN61000-3-3

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1. Welcome
Thank you for purchasing Access Point! Access Point is easy to install and
easy to operate, in no time you can have your own wireless network.
This guide will lead you through the installation process in detail. It describes
most common configurations and a quick start set-up on page 29.
You need to have a basic knowledge of installation procedures for network
operating systems under Microsoft Windows 95 (or up) and Windows NT.
1.1 Advantages for Using Wireless Network
Advantages for Using a Wireless Network:
-Hard to wire areas: Access Point provides access to network services in areas
otherwise hard or expensive to wire, such as historic buildings with asbestos and
classrooms.
-Flexible workgroups: Lower total cost of ownership for workspaces that are
frequently reconfigured.
-Networked conference rooms: user can access the network as they move from
meeting to meeting, getting up to date access to information and the ability to
communicate decision while ‘on the go’
-Ad hoc networking: on site consultants and small workgroups increase
productivity with quick network setup and collaboration software
-Branch office networking: provides an easy to install, use and maintain network
for a remote or sales office
-Campus-wide network mobility: roaming capabilities allow enterprise to set up
easy to use wireless networks that cover the entire campus transparently.

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1.2 About Access Point
The Access Point is a modular unit with an integrated Ethernet interface that
enables you to use your Access Point with your adaptors.The Antennas are
built-in which creates further wireless atmosphere and a cleaner look. The Access
Point is a wired to wireless bridge that you can use to connect wireless cells1to
one another or to a wired (Ethernet) Local Area Network. The Access Point can
serve mobile wireless clients roaming between various locations within network
premises.
1.3 Verifying Kit Contents
The kit you have received should contain the following items:
-‘Your Installation Guide to Access Point’
-Access Point
-Power Line
-CD containing APManager Software
If anything is missing, please contact you vendor.
1.4 Wireless Adaptor
Adaptor comes in separate packages. It is a wireless network adapter, that allows
sharing of internet access and peripherals through access point. Adaptor comes
in two types: PC Card and USB Adapter. PC Card is for the use of notebook
only; on the other hand USB is compatible for both computer and notebook.
1.5 System Interoperatability
Access Point able to integrate with other brand’s wireless network communication
systems. E.g. Access Point is compatible with all other brands wireless adapter.
1Please Refer Section 5 -Glossary

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2. Step by Step Installation Guide
This section will lead you through the installation of Access Point and
APManager software in thorough detail. You may wish to skip to Quick Start
to Wireless Networking.
2.1 Install Access Point
Please follow the instructions on how to install your Access Point:
1. Mount the Access Point firmly to the wall on the desired position. A drill model
is supplied as a separate sheet with this manual.
2. Attach the Ethernet cable to the Access Point and Port 1.
3. Insert the power line.
Port 1 Port 2
AP Computer
Ethernet Bus

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Is your Installation Successful?
At the front of the Access Point you will see three pictures
If the installation is successful, the middle is green and the highest
(WLAN) and lowest (Wired Network) flash whenever there is traffic on the
respective network.2
How to Select Wired Network?
The Access Point automatically selects the medium attached. When the cable
network is detected, the network will turn yellow
Factory Settings
You can reset the Access Point’s Settings to factory defaults by pushing a
paperclip in the little hole next to the power switch when Access Point is turned
off. Hold until the lights at the front of the Access Point are off
When you push a paperclip in the reset hole while the Access Point is switched on,
only the lock set y APManager is deactivated.
2the –insertpic-flashatleast10timespersecondforthewirelessLANbecauseofso-called‘beacons’

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2.2 Install APManager
To Install APManager, please insert CD containing APManger into one computer
of the LAN. Wait a few seconds for the screen below to show up. If unsuccessful,
please go to ‘My Computer’ and double click on CD-ROM drive.
A copy of the user manual is also available here as an option. You’ll need Adobe
reader to view the documents.

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Choose Install IEEE 802.11b APManager and follow through the steps.
Installation is successful if screen below show up, tick box [Install IEEE 802.11b
APManager] to launch APManager.
Congratulations, APManager is successfully installed! Please continue reading to
learn how to operate APManager
To Launch APManager, tick the box shown on the above screen [Yes launch IEEE
802.11b APManager] and press ‘Select’. Please continue reading to learn how to
manage your Wireless LAN using APManager. A quick start guide is available on
page 28.

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3.Guide to APManager Software
3.1 About APManager
APManager software allows users to view contents of all wireless network under
Windows system (e.g. how many Access Points there are in a WLAN). You can
use APManager to control a large number of IEEE 802.11b Access Points from a
single location. Further more, the Access Points are remotely updated through the
SNMP3automatically. All indicate a simpler management for your wireless LAN4.
APManager is easy to operate and clear to understand, please keep reading for
further detail.
3.2 APManager Features
APManager allows you to edit your WLAN in the following areas:
-Adding and removing Access Points from WLAN
-Restricting access to the Wireless network
-Managing data protection options such as IEEE 802.11b
-Assigning radio channel for optimal cell management
-Grouping the wireless network into multiple WLANs with individual access
control and security options
-Programming an Access Point with a specified IP address
-Setting the SNMP Write Community String
-Storing the Access Point configuration on disk
-Verifying the status of all Access Points in the network
3Simple Network Management Protocol
4Local Area Network

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3.3 APManager Main Window
Choose the short cut icon to launch APManager from start menu, or from desktop.
The Main Window looks like below:
This section will explain in details features appeared on the above window, you
might wish to skip this part to Quick Start to Wireless Networking.
Structure of the Wireless LANs
The tree structure on the left of the main window shows a list of Wireless Local
Area Network (WLANs) and the Access Points that belong to each WLAN. The
Sample image above demonstrate a single Access Point with hardware address
00:90:4b:08:05:4e which belongs to WLAN named ‘APManager 1’. Furthermore
the icons shows the relationship between WLANs and their associated Access
Points as well as their status.
You can use your mouse to click or drag individual access points to view Access
Point properties or move an Access Point to another WLAN ect. For further
understanding, please also refer to section on managing WLANs.

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Remember to give your WLAN a name!
The name (or SSID) of the WLAN is used for identifying the WLAN. Mobile
wireless clients roam freely over Access Points that have the same ‘name’ or
SSID. (please refer to the graphic example above) In other words, the secuity
options for all Access Points under the same SSID are the same. Security options
can be managed through the WLAN security property sheet. For further
information, please also refer to section on Managing Security
Access Point and WLAN Security Property Sheet
Access Point tab and WLAN Security tab is on the right hand side of the main
window. The Acces Point property sheet is mainly used to select a radio channel
for each Access Point 5. WLAN security property sheet allows security
maintenance in a wireless LAN environment.
5Refer to Section on Managing Access Points

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4. Using APManager
We have focused a few areas that require further understanding for the result of
effective and accurate start to your Wireless network.
lManaging WLANs
lManaging Access Points
lNetwork Settings Dialog
lSearching for Access Points
lManually programming IP addresses
lUpdating Access Point Settings
lMore about Cells
lCompatibility

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4.1 Managing WLANs
A WLAN or 'Wireless Local Area Network' in APManager consists of a number
of Access Points with the same settings that together provide seamless access to
any wireless stations that are in reach of any of these Access Points.
Create a WLAN
Select the Edit/Insert Wireless LAN menu item to insert a new
WLAN into the list. Type the name (SSID) of the new WLAN.
Destroy a WLAN
Remove an empty WLAN by pressing Delete or selecting the
Edit/Clear menu item.
Rename a WLAN
Click on the label of the WLAN to change its name (SSID). Note
that client stations use the name to identify the WLAN.
You can move an Access Point from one WLAN to another by dragging it with
the mouse or by selecting from menu Edit/Cut followed by Edit/Paste.
There are two WLANs that have a special meaning in APManager. These are the
Unused Access Points and Disabled Access Points special WLANs.
Unused Access Points
APManager does not manage the Unused Access Points within the context of the
current document. In other words, these Access Points are ignored. You can view
some information about them (e.g. radio channel), but not modify any of their
properties. APManager does not change the settings of these Access Points when

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File/Commit to Network is selected. This is useful when different people manage
different sets of Access Points.
Disabled Access Points
Access Points that are moved to this folder will be made inaccessible for any
client station as soon as they are updated.

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4.2 Managing Access Points
Individual Access Points are identified by their hardware address (or MAC
address). To insert a new Access Point into the APManager document manually,
its hardware address must be known. You can search for Access Points in your
network automatically; see Searching for Access Points.
Insert an Access Point
Select the Edit/Insert Access Point menu item to insert a new Access
Point into the selected WLAN. APManager will ask for the hardware
address of the Access Point.
Disable an Access Point
Move an Access Point to the ‘Disabled’ special WLAN by pressing
Delete or selecting the Edit/Clear menu item. Access Points in this
special WLAN will not be accessible for any client station.6
The Access Points are shown with one of the following icons.
On-line
The Access Point is accessible on-line.
Off-line
The Access Point is currently not accessible, or the IP address is not known.
Locked The Access Point is permanently locked. Its properties cannot be
changed

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4.3 Access Point Properties Tab
Select the Access Point property sheet on the right hand side of the main window
to view or modify the settings of the selected Access Point. The main function is
to be able to program the Access Point’s radio channel to match the cell7plan.8
Read only features include hardware address, brand and version, and the
regulatory domain.9Read only features include hardware address, brand and
version, and the regulatory domain. Also refer to Managing Access Points.
6See Managing WLANs.
7Cell is the area in which the radio signl of an Access Point is sufficiently good to join with
8See section on ‘More About Cells’ for details.
9Refer to ‘Managing Access Points’.

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4.4 Network Settings Dialog
Selecting the Edit/Network Settings menu item (or by clicking the corresponding
toolbar button (as shown above) pops up the Network Settings dialog. Use this
dialog to inform APManager about your network configuration. APManager
needs this information to be able to scan for Access Points.
Add your network addresses (subnets) by entering the correct information in the
Network address, mask and default gateway fields in the dialog, and clicking the
Set button for each network/subnet. To view the details of a particular network,
click on the Address field in the list on the left. Click the Remove button to delete
a network from the list.
If the computer on which APManager is running is connected to all your networks
directly, you can try Auto Add Local Networks to insert them in the list.
Note: if subnetting10 is used, the network addresses and masks column generated
by this function will not be correct and should be adjusted manually.
10 Network address
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