Buffalo AirStation G54 WLA-G54C User manual

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Package Contents
◗ WBR-G54 Wireless 1
Broadband Base Station-g
◗ WLA-G54C Wireless 1
Compact Repeater Bridge-g
◗ Ethernet Cable 1
◗ 3V Power Supplies 2
◗ CD with Manuals 1
◗ Setup Guide 1
◗ Warranty Statement 1
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local
reseller or retailer for replacement.
Setup Guide
Wireless Router/
Repeater Kit
WRB-G54K
www.buffalotech.com/wireless PY00-29010-DM20

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Additional Requirements:
◗ Desktop or Laptop PC with Wired or Wireless Ethernet
adapter.
◗ DSL or Cable Modem with internet service.
◗ Web browser (I.E. or Netscape versions 4.5 or greater).
***WARNING*** Your Router/Repeater kit comes with settings
preconfigured for easy setup. This includes WDS (Wireless Distribution
System) which provides repeating functionality. Pressing the recessed
“INIT” button on the back of your router or repeater will erase the
preconfigured settings and require you to manually
reconfigure your devices.
***IMPORTANT*** It is strongly recommended that you backup your
preconfigured settings prior to installation. See section “Backing up and
Restoring your Configuration” at the end of this setup guide.
■ NOTE: If you plan on intentionally changing preconfigured settings
(i.e. you plan on using the repeater as a stand-alone access point), or
you inadvertently re-initialize your devices and need to reconfigure,
refer to the User Manual on CD for that particular device.

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Setting up the Router WBR-G54
■ Note: You can use either a Wired or Wireless connection from the PC
you are using to setup your router. It is strongly recommended you
use the Wired method to avoid possible errors or connection issues
during the initial setup.
STEP 1. Connecting cables (Refer to Figure 1):
◗ Ensure your Cable or DSL modem, Wireless Router, and the
computer you will be using to setup the Router, are powered
off prior to connecting cables.
◗ Locate your DSL or Cable Modem LAN cable and connect it
to the appropriate port on your Modem as per instructions from
your Modem’s manufacturer.
◗ Connect the other end of this cable to the port marked WAN on
the back of the Router.
Figure 1: Connecting Cables

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Perform the next step for Wired (Recommended) Router
Setup only :
◗ Locate the provided Ethernet cable and connect one end to
any one of the four numbered SWITCH ports located on the
back of the router. Connect the other end of this cable to the
properly installed Ethernet (NIC) port on the PC you are using
for initial setup (Refer to Figure 1).
Perform the next step for both Wireless AND Wired Router
Setup:
◗ Locate Power adapter for the Wireless Router and Plug in to
the DC-IN port on the back of the router and the other end to a
wall outlet. (See Figure 1 for location of DC-IN Port).
Perform the next step for Wireless Router Setup only:
■ NOTE: You will need the SSID of your router to properly connect
your wireless adapter to your router. The default SSID for your Precon-
figured Buffalo Router is “Buffalo” (case sensitive).
◗ Refer to your Wireless Ethernet adapter Manufacture’s
documentation for proper setup of your Wireless adapter for
your appropriate Operating System and connect to the router.
The Remaining Steps apply to both Wired and Wireless
Setup:
◗ Power up you Cable or DSL Modem
◗ Power up your computer that you are using to configure the
Wireless Router.

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Step 2: Confi guring your
computers IP address
Windows XP/2000 users:
◗ Click Start ➲ Control Panel
◗ Double Click Network
connections
◗ Right-Click on appropriate
Local Area Network
Connection and select
Properties.
◗ Scroll down and highlight
Internet Protocol (TCP/ IP)
and then click Properties.
◗ Select Obtain IP address
automatically.
◗ Click OK to close Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties.
For Windows 98SE/ME
◗ Right-click on Network
Neighborhood and select
Properties.
◗ Select the Confi guration tab,
scroll down to highlight TCP/
IP and click Properties.
◗ Select Obtain IP address
automatically.
◗ Click OK to close Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties.
◗ Click OK to close Network
Connection Properties.
■ NOTE: The screen images
below are for Windows XP.
Consult the user manual for
your specifi c operating system
for further information on
confi guring TCP/IP.

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The Router Login Screen will appear:
◗ Enter “root” in the User Name Field
◗ Leave the password fi eld blank and click on “OK”.
■ NOTE: During confi guration, your session may time out, requiring you
to login again.
***IMPORTANT*** Each type of Broadband service along with your
Internet Service Provider’s (ISP) requirements will determine what
information you will need for the following steps. Please contact your
ISP, if necessary, to collect the information you will need to complete the
Broadband connection setup steps that follow.
Step 3 Access the AirStation confi guration page
Launch your Web browser and type 192.168.11.1 in the address fi eld of
the Web browser window and click “Go”.

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The fi rst page (Top) of the confi guration offers three distinct buttons
– DSL, Cable, and Advanced:
FOR DSL Service:
(If you have Cable Broadband Service, skip down to that section):
◗ Select the DSL Button ➲ the DSL confi guration screen will
appear.
Click On the Link appropriate to your DSL providers requirements:

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◗ The IP Address is Acquired Automatically: Choose this
option IF your ISP uses Automatic IP address assignment. You
will see a message asking you to wait. When you see a new
Menu page appear, click “NEXT” at the bottom right corner of
the screen and your connection to the internet will be tested.
◗ The IP Address is Entered Manually: If your ISP requires
you to manually enter an IP address (static), then click on this
option. Enter the information provided by your ISP into the
appropriate fi elds, then click “NEXT” at the bottom right hand
corner of the screen and your information will be stored. Click
NEXT again to test your connection to the internet.
◗ PPPoE Connection: IF your ISP requires PPPoE (Point to
Point Protocol over Ethernet) then click-on this option. Enter
the appropriate PPPoE information and then click “NEXT”.
Once the information updates, you should click “NEXT” again
and your connection to the internet will be tested.
FOR CABLE Broadband Service:
Click on the CATV button ➲ the Cable Setup Screen will appear.

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Click the link appropriate to your Cable Providers Requirements:
The IP Address is Acquired Automatically: Most Cable ISP
provider’s use automatic assignment of IP addresses. If this is true for
your ISP, click this option. You will see a message asking you to wait
while your settings are updated. When the new web page appears,
click “Next” to test your connection to the Internet.
The IP Address is Entered Manually: If your provider requires you
to manually enter IP information Select this option. When you have
entered all the appropriate information, click “NEXT” at the bottom right
hand corner of the screen and your information will be updated. Click
“NEXT” again to test your connection to the Internet.
The IP Address is Acquired Automatically, but the DNS is Entered
Manually: IF your provider uses Automatic IP assignment but requires
manual DNS entries, click this option. When you have entered in all the
appropriate information, click “NEXT” at the bottom right hand corner of
the screen and your information will be updated. Click “NEXT” again to
test your connection to the Internet.
Advanced Settings (Optional)
For more information on configuring advanced settings of your
AirStation, refer to the User Manual on the included CD or the Buffalo
Wireless Support Web Site: http://www.buffalotech.com/wireless/
support.
■ NOTE: If at any time you wish to restore to factory defaults, press the
Red INIT button on the rear of the AirStation for several seconds until
the Red DIAG LED illuminates.
***WARNING*** Resetting the AirStation to factory defaults will destroy
the preconfigured repeating functionality of your kit. WDS settings and
the SSID on both devices will need to be reentered manually for proper
operation.

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Determining the Best Location For the Repeater
WLA-G54C
***IMPORTANT*** Although this procedure will assist you in selecting
the best location for your repeater, some experimentation may be
required to achieve optimal results. Many factors including line of sight
obstructions and radio frequency interference affect signal strength,
quality, and overall speed. Even small changes in the placement of the
repeater can dramatically impact the quality of your connection.
Your WLA-G54C is preconfigured to work with your router so all that
is required is to locate the best location for the WLA-G54C and attach
power.
If the client computer you are using is portable you can use a signal
strength indicator to determine the best location (Procedure A below).
If your computer is not portable, you can experiment with locations
based on some general concepts to find a good spot and check signal
strength (Procedure B below).
■ NOTE: if you intend not to use the preconfigured settings for your
repeater ( i.e. you intend to change the IP address or you intend to use
the device as a stand-alone access point), please refer to the User
Manual on your CD.