Black Box LW6004A User manual

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JULY 2004
LW6004A
Pure Networking 802.11g
Wireless Access Point with Switch

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FCC AND IC RFI STATEMENTS
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
and INDUSTRY CANADA
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular 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. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
telephone reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required to
connect this device to a personal computer or other Class B certified device.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

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EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This equipment complies with the requirements of the European EMC Directive
89/336/EEC.

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NOM STATEMENT
NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM)
ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de
que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca
de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc..
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que
sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá
a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser
referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar
en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de
ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del
tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.

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12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización
del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del
aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas
de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea
usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the
trademark owners.

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Contents
Chapter Page
1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2 What’s Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3 Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3.1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3.2 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4. Configuration Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Menu Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2.1 Status and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2.2 Wireless Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.2.3 Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.2.4 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.2.5 MAC Address Filtering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.2.6 System Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.2.7 Configuration Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4.2.8 Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4.2.9 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
5. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.1 Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.2 Calling Black Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.3 Shipping and Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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CHAPTER 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Antenna: (1) RP-SMA detachable
CPU: ADMtek 5120 175-MHz MIPS R400
Distance (Maximum): 328 ft. (100 m)
Memory: 2 MB Flash, 8 MB DRAM
Operating System: Compatible with all major operating systems; Drivers included
for Windows®98 SE/Me/XP, Windows NT®, Windows 2000, and Linux®
Speed: Wireless: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 11, 9, 6, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps with auto fallback;
Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps, autosensing
Standards: IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Security: 64-, 128-, 152-bit WEP Data Encryption
Frequency Band: 2.400–2.4835 GHz
Radio Technology: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
Connectors: (5) RJ-45 LAN, (1) RP-SMA
Indicators: (12) LEDs: (1) Power, (1) WLAN, (5) LAN, (5) 10/100
Temperature Tolerance: Operating: 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C);
Storage: -4 to +158°F (-20 to +70°C)
Humidity: Up to 90%, noncondensing
Power: 12 VDC, 1A; Transmit power: 18 dBm (typical)
Size: 1.2"H x 5"W x 3.6"D (3 x 12.7 x 9.1 cm)

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2. Introduction
2.1 Overview
The Pure Networking 802.11g Wireless Access Point with Switch is an access point
for an IEEE 802.11g/b 2.4-GHz wireless network. Any wireless LAN station can join
the wireless network by using the infrastructure mode. The access point supports
54-, 11-, 5.5-, 2-, and 1-Mbps network speeds. It automatically falls back to a slower
speed in case of obstacles or interference. Also included is an internal 5-port Fast
Ethernet switch for wired Ethernet connection.
The access point supports Web-based configuration. It has a built-in DHCP server
to allow multiple wireless and wired users to get their IP address automatically.
These versatile features allow you to integrate your wireless and wired Ethernet
LAN network seamlessly.
With the access point’s ESSID authentication, 64-/128-/152-bit WEP encryption,
and MAC address filtering, you can prevent unauthorized wireless stations from
accessing your wireless network.
Attach the access point’s dipole antenna to an RP-SMA connector. Install a high-
gain antenna for better network link quality so that you can build a wireless
network with more flexibility.
2.2 What‘s Included
Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or
damaged, please contact Black Box at 724-746-5500.
• (1) Pure Networking 802.11g Wireless Access Point with Switch
• (1) 2.2-dBm dipole antenna
• (1) power adapter
• (1) CD-ROM containing this users’ manual in PDF format

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CHAPTER 2: Introduction
2.3 Physical Description
2.3.1 F RONT P ANEL
The front panel contains LED indicators that tell you the access point’s current
status. Numbers 1–4 in Figure 2-1 correspond to numbers 1–4 in Table 2-1.
Figure 2-1. Front panel.
Table 2-1. Indicators.
LED Color Status Description
①Power Green Lit Power is supplied.
Off No power.
②Wireless Green Flash The antenna is transmitting or
Activity receiving data.
Off The antenna is not transmitting
or receiving data.
③LAN
Link/Activity Green On A valid link is established.
Flash The access point is transmitting
or receiving data.
Off No link is established.
①②③
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Table 2-1 (continued). Indicators.
LED Color Status Description
④10/100 Mbps Green On Network speed is 100 Mbps.
Off Network speed is 10 Mbps.
2.3.2 B ACK P ANEL
The access point’s connection ports are located on the back panel (see Figure 2-2).
Numbers 1–4 in Figure 2-2 correspond to numbers 1–4 in Table 2-2.
Figure 2-2. Back panel.
①② ④③

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Table 2-2. Connection ports.
Connector or Port Description
①Antenna Connector This round connector is a standard reverse SMA
connector. Any antenna with a reverse SMA
connector can connect to the access point.
②DC Adapter Port Insert the power adapter’s power jack into this
port.
③Reset The reset button allows you to do one of two
things:
1. If problems occur with your access point,
press the reset button with a pencil tip (for
less than 4 seconds). The access point
will reboot itself, keeping your original
configurations.
2. If problems persist, you experience extreme
problems, or you forgot your password, press
the reset button for longer than four seconds.
The access point will reset itself to the factory
default settings.
④ LAN Port The access point’s LAN ports are where you
connect to your LAN’s network devices.
WARNING
If you press the reset button for longer than four seconds, your original
configurations will be replaced with the factory-default settings.

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3. Installation
1. Decide where to place the Pure Networking 802.11g Wireless Access Point
with Switch. The best access point location is usually at the center of your
wireless network with line-of-sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Connect the access point to your router, hub, or switch. Attach one end of
standard UTP cable to the access point’s LAN port and connect the other end
of the cable to a switch, a router, or a hub. The access point will then be
connected to your existing wired LAN network.
3. Connect the DC power adapter to the access point’s power socket. Use only
the access point’s included power adapter. Using a different adapter may
damage the access point.
The hardware installation is complete.

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CHAPTER 4: Configuration Utility
4. Configuration Utility
4.1 Getting Started
This access point provides a Web-based configuration tool, allowing you to
configure it from wired or wireless stations. Follow the instructions below.
From a wired station:
1. Make sure your wired station is in the access point’s subnet.
The access point’s default IP address and subnet mask:
Default IP address: 192.168.2.1
Default subnet: 255.255.255.0
2. Configure your PC to be in the access point’s subnet.
2a. Windows 95/98/Me
1. Click on the Start button and select Settings, then click on Control
Panel. The Control Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click on the Network icon. The Network window will appear.
3. Check the Network Components list. If TCP/IP is not installed, click on
the Add button to install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 6.
4. In the Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol and click
on the Add button.
5. In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select Microsoft®and
TCP/IP, then click on the OK button to start installing the TCP/IP
protocol. You may need your Windows CD to complete the installation.
6. After installing TCP/IP, go back to the Network dialog box. Select
TCP/IP from the list of network components and then click on the
Properties button.

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7. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
• Bindings: Check Client for Microsoft networks and File and Printer
Sharing for Microsoft networks.
• Gateway: All fields are blank.
• DNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.
• WINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.
• IP Address: Select Specify an IP Address. Specify the IP address and
subnet mask.
IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within
192.168.2.2–192.168.2.254 is available, do not set up 192.168.2.1)
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
8. Reboot the PC. It will now have the IP address you specified.
2b. Windows 2000
1. Click on the Start button and select Settings, then click on Control
Panel. The Control Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click on the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. In the
Network and Dial-up Connection window, double-click on the Local
Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection window will appear.
3. In the Local Area Connection window, click on the Properties button.
4. Check the Network Components list. You should see Internet Protocol
[TCP/IP] on your list. Select it, then click on the Properties button.
5. In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Use the
following IP address and specify the IP address and subnet mask as
follows:
IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2–
192.168.2.254 is available, do not set up 192.168.2.1)
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

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6. Click on OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP
address you specified.
2c. Windows NT
1. Click on the Start button and select Settings, then click on Control
Panel. The Control Panel window will appear.
2. Double-click on the Network icon. The Network window will appear.
Select the Protocol tab from the Network window.
3. Make sure the TCP/IP Protocol is on the Network Protocols list. If
TCP/IP is not installed, click on the Add button to install it now. If
TCP/IP is installed, go to step 5.
4. In the Select Network Protocol window, select TCP/IP Protocol and
click on the OK button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may
need your Windows CD to complete the installation.
5. After you install TCP/IP, go back to the Network window. Select
TCP/IP from the list of network protocols, then click on the Properties
button.
6. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
• IP Address: In the Specify an IP address window, type in the IP
address and subnet mask as follows.
IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within
192.168.2.2–192.168.2.254 is available, do not set up 192.168.2.1)
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
• DNS: Leave all fields blank.
• WINS: Leave all fields blank.
• Routing: Leave all fields blank.
7. Click on OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP
address you specified.

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3. Enter 192.168.2.1 from the Web browser to get into the access point’s
configuration tool.
4. A screen (see Figure 4-1) will pop up and request that you enter the user
name and password. The default user name and password are as follows.
User Name: Admin
Password: 1234
Enter the default user name and password, then click on the OK button. See
Figure 4-1.
5. You can start configuring the access point.
Figure 4-1. Enter Network Password screen.
From a wireless station:
1. Make sure your wireless station is in the access point’s subnet. Refer to step 1
at the beginning of Section 4.1 for configuring the wireless station’s IP
address and sub mask.
2. Connect to the access point. The access point’s ESSID is “default” and the
WEP encryption function is disabled. Make sure your wireless station is using
the access point’s ESSID and associate your wireless station to the access
point.

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3. Enter 192.168.2.1 from the Web browser to get into the access point’s
configuration tool.
4. Enter the user name and password, then click on the OK button. The Status
and Information screen (see Figure 4-2) appears. You can now configure the
access point from this screen.
4.2 Menu Options
The screen shown in Figure 4-2 lists menu options vertically on the left-hand side.
To get to this screen, enter the user name and password in the Enter Network
Password screen (see Figure 4-1), then click on the OK button. These menu
options (described in Sections 4.2.2 through 4.2.9) enable you to set the access
point’s functions. You don’t have to set the functions in the order they are
presented here. Just choose the menu option you want to set and go to the
corresponding numbered section.
4.2.1 S TATUS AND I NFORMATION
On this screen (see Figure 4-2 and Table 4-1), you can see the general access point
information.
Figure 4-2. Status and information screen.