Buffalo AirStation WLAR-L11-L User manual

OS required for this product
WindowsMe/98/95 or Windows 2000/NT 4.0
One of the following Web browsers is required to
set the AirStation.
Internet Explorer 4.0 or later or Netscape Navigator 3.0 or later.
Fill out the user registration card in the warranty, and return
the card to TECHWORKS INC. / BUFFALO
TECHNOLOGY. Be sure to keep the warranty in the safe
place.
Package Contents
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Before Connecting to the Internet
. Equipped with the security functions using MAC address
registration function and WEP (encryption).
. Seamless communication with iBook, iMacDV, and G4
(AGP model) is possible using wireless card that is
compatible with Apple's Airport.
Separate utility software is required that recognizes each other's
protocols for data exchange between Windows and Mac. Use DAVE or
equivalent installed on the Mac.
WLAR-L11-L Install Manual
Features
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. Can connect to the Internet using a CATV network.
. Communications between the Ethernet LAN and the
wireless LAN is possible.
. Meet the IEEE802.11b. Wireless baud rate of 11 Mbps is
possible.
. Range: 50 m indoors, or 115 m outdoors (LOS) with
nominal baud rate.
25 m indoors, or 50 m outdoors (LOS) at baud rate 11 Mbps.
Avoid installation close to metal objects such as steel desks, shelves,
microwave ovens and wireless printer buffers.
Range and data rate are subject to the radio transmission condition and
they may be reduced significantly if there is interference or jamming.
. Roaming function compatible.
. Equipped with multiple channels to reduce network load.
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AirStation (WLAR-L11-L) ............................................. 1
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AC adapter ...................................................................... 1
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AirStation Series Driver CD ........................................... 1
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3-m UTP straight cable (category 5) .............................. 1
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WLAR-L11-L Install Manual (This manual) ................. 1
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Internet Connection Manual ........................................... 1
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Reference Manual .......................................................... 1
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User registration card and warranty ............................... 1
The AirStation package contains the following. If any items are missing, contact TECHWORKS INC. / BUFFALO
TECHNOLOGY. representative.
1.Have you completed contacting to your CATV provider? If not you may need to contract your CATV provider
for the contract.
Consult your provider to confirm your contract terms before the allocation of multiple address.
2.The following information is required to set the AirStation.
. The IP address settings (Obtain the IP address setting either automatically from your provider or manually.)
. The AirStation MAC address (See note below.)
*Note: For the location of the MAC address, refer to the "Package Details and Parts Nomenclature and
Functions" section later in this manual.
Network Configuration
Internet
Provider
AirStation
Connecting to the Internet Using CATV Network
Refer to the separate Internet Connection Manual.
Cable modem
Wireless LAN
personal computer
Wireless LAN
personal computer
PY00-26086-DM10-01 1-01
This manual explains how to install the AirStation and precautions for the correct use. Be sure to read this manual before using the product.
Desktop Desktop

Package Details and Parts Nomenclature and Functions
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.Do not install or use the AirStation in the following locations.
Close to microwave ovens, or in locations where static electricity or electrical interference may occur (the radio frequency may be jammed in some
environments).
Note: Using the AirStation near a wireless printer buffer or other device using frequencies near 2.4 GHz may result in reduction of baud
rate for both devices.
DIAG lamp
ON(Red): Error has occurred (See note) or
Initializing or Writing the flash memory.
OFF: No error
Note: The type of error can be identified by
the number of times the DIAG lamp
flashes. Refer to Chapter 4 Self-
Diagnostic Function in the separate
Reference Manual for details.
ON(Red): Error has occurred
Flashing(Red): Writing the flash memory
POWER lamp
ON(Green): Power is on.
OFF: Power is off.
WIRELESS lamp
ON(Green): Wireless LAN connection is active.
Flashing(Green): Communicating with the
wireless LAN.
ON(Green):
Each 10M/100M port is linking.
Flashing(Green):
Each 10M/100M port is
Communicating.
Factory setting switch
Press this switch to reset the
AirStation to the factory setting.
10M/100M
Connect to the PC and hub.
WAN port
Connect to the cable modem
and hub.
DC connector
Connect to the enclosed AC adapter.
MAC address(LAN side)
Displays the AirStation MAC address(LAN side).
12 digit number starting from "00
40 26".
MAC address(WAN side)
Displays the AirStation MAC address(WAN side).
12 digit number starting from "00
40 26".
Front panel
Side panel
Rear panel
Radio Frequency Precautions
WAN lamp
ON(Green): 10Base-T Linking.
Flashing(Green): Communication is active.
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−
WAN X4 X3 X2 X1 INIT
Switch 10M/100M
WAN ADDR LAN ADDR
X1
X2
X3
X4
DIAG
Removing the rear cover
Remove the rear cover by
gently squeezing both
sides, and then pulling
the cover towards you.
Pull
Push