Cisco WAP4410N - Small Business Wireless-N Access... User manual

BUSINESS SERIES
Model: WAP4410N
Wireless-N Access Point
with Power Over Ethernet
User Guide

WAP4410N Wireless-N Access Point User Guide 2
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Table of Contents
WAP4410N User Guide 1
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
How to Use this Guide 1
Document Style Conventions 1
Finding Information in Your PDF Documents 2
Finding Text in a PDF 2
Finding Text in Multiple PDFs 2
Chapter 2: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Welcome 3
Chapter 3: Planning Your Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Network Topology 4
Roaming 4
Network Layout 4
Example of a simple wireless network 5
Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Access Point . . . . . . . . 6
The LEDs 6
The Ports 7
Antennas and Positions 7
Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-N Access Point . . . . . . . . . . 9
Overview 9
Connection 9
Placement Options 9
Stand Option 10
Wall-Mount Option 11
Chapter 6: Setting Up the Wireless-N Access Point . . . . . . . . . . 12
Overview 12
Accessing the Utility 12
Navigating the Utility 13
Setup 13
Wireless 13
AP Mode 13
Administration 14
Status 14
Chapter 7: Configuring the Wireless-N Access Point . . . . . . . . . 15
The Setup - Basic Setup Tab 15
Basic Setup 15
Network Setup 15
The Setup - Time Tab 17
Time 17
The Setup - Advanced Tab 18
HTTP Redirect Settings 18
The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Tab 19

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Basic Settings 19
The Wireless - Wireless Security Tab 20
Wireless Security 20
The Wireless - Connection Control Tab 26
Connection Control 26
Local 26
Radius 27
The Wireless - Wi-Fi Protected Setup Tab 28
Wi-Fi Protected Setup 28
The Wireless - VLAN & QoS Tab 28
VLAN 29
QoS 29
The Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab 30
Advanced Wireless 30
Load Balancing 31
The AP Mode Tab 31
MAC Address 31
The Administration - Management Tab 32
Management 32
Web Access 33
SNMP 33
The Administration - Log Tab 34
Log 34
The Administration - Diagnostic Tab 35
Ping Test 35
The Administration - Factory Default Tab 35
Factory Default 35
The Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab 35
Firmware Upgrade 35
The Administration - Reboot Tab 37
Reboot 37
The Administration - Config Management Tab 38
Config Management 38
The Status - Local Network Tab 39
Information 39
Local Network 39
The Status - Wireless Tab 40
Wireless Network 40
The Status - System Performance Tab 41
System Performance 41
Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Frequently Asked Questions 43
Windows Help 48
TCP/IP 48
Shared Resources 48
Network Neighborhood/My Network Places 48
Appendix B: Wireless Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Security Precautions 49
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 49

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Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Appendix D: Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Appendix E: Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
US/Canada Contacts 57
EU Contacts 57
Appendix F: Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
LIMITED WARRANTY 58
Exclusions and Limitations 58
Obtaining Warranty Service 59
Technical Support 59
Appendix G: Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
FCC Statement 60
FCC Caution 60
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement 60
Generic Discussion on RF Exposure 60
Explosive Environment, Medical and FAA Device Information 62
Safety Notices 62
Industry Canada (Canada) 62
User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on
Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 63
Appendix H: Software License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Software in Linksys Products: 71
Software Licenses: 71
Schedule 1 Linksys Software License Agreement 71
Schedule 2 73
Schedule 3 78
Appendix I: Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

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1How to Use this Guide
Getting Started
Getting Started
How to Use this Guide
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Welcome
Introduction
Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet. This Access
Point will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever. An access point allows for greater
range and mobility within your wireless network while also allowing you to connect the
wireless network to a wired environment. The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) feature is also
supported to help you simplify the setting up and configure security on a wireless network. The
Wireless-N Access Point even offers the convenience of Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability (in
addition to regular 12VDC power adaptor), so it can receive data and power over a single
Ethernet network cable.
This Access Point supports the latest 802.11n draft Specification by IEEE early 2006. It also
support 802.11g and 802.11b clients in a mixed environment. This Access Point currently can
support an 11n data rate up to 300 Mbps. Besides the higher data rate, 802.11n technology also
promises longer coverage by using multiple antennas to transmit and receive data streams in
different directions. Users are encouraged to update their firmware through www.linksys.com
when 802.11n specification is finalized by IEEE to ensure compatibility with all the wireless-N
devices.
Networks are useful tools for sharing computer resources. You can access one printer from
different computers and access data located on another computer's hard drive. Networks are
even used for playing multiplayer video games. So, networks are not only useful in homes and
offices, they can also be fun.
PCs on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet
cables, which is why the network is called "wired".
PCs equipped with wireless client cards or adapters can communicate without cumbersome
cables. By sharing the same wireless settings within their transmission radius, they form a
wireless network. This is sometimes called a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. The Access
Point bridges wireless networks of 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b standards and wired
networks.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Access Point, set it up, and configure
it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most
out of the Access Point.

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Network Topology
Planning Your Wireless Network
Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
A wireless network is a group of computers, each equipped with one or more wireless adapters.
Computers in a wireless network must be configured to share the same radio channel to talk to
each other. Several PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate with each
other to form an ad-hoc network without the use of an access point.
Linksys also provides products to allow wireless adaptors to access wired network through a
bridge such as the wireless access point, or wireless router. An integrated wireless and wired
network is called an infrastructure network. Each wireless PC in an infrastructure network can
talk to any computer in a wired or wireless network via the access point or wireless router.
An infrastructure configuration extends the accessibility of a wireless PC to a wired network,
and may double the effective wireless transmission range for two wireless adapter PCs. Since
an Access Point is able to forward data within a network, the effective transmission range in an
infrastructure network may be more than doubled since Access Point can transmit signal at
higher power to the wireless space.
Roaming
Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for mobile users. Roaming means that
you can move your wireless PC within your network and the access points will pick up the
wireless PC's signal, providing that they both share the same wireless network (SSID) and
wireless security settings.
Before you consider roaming, choose a feasible radio channel and optimum access point
position. Proper access point positioning combined with a clear radio signal will greatly
enhance performance.
Network Layout
The Wireless-N Access Point has been designed for use with 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b
products. The Access Point is compatible with 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b adapters, such as
the notebook adapters for your laptop computers, PCI adapters for your desktop PCs, and USB
adapters for all PCs when you want to enjoy wireless connectivity. These wireless products can
also communicate with a 802.11n, 802.11g or 802.11b wireless print server (if available).
To link your wired network with your wireless network, connect the Access Point’s Ethernet
network port to any switch or router with Power over Ethernet (PoE)—or a PoE injector, such as
the Linksys WAPPOE or WAPPOE12. Note that the 12 VDC on the WAPPOE12 is for the splitter
output. Both PoE Injectors provide 48 VDC power output.
With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the
Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about wireless products.

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Example of a simple wireless network
Planning Your Wireless Network
Example of a simple wireless network
The above diagram shows a typical infrastructure wireless network setup. The wireless Access
Points are connecting to a Linksys switch that provides power to the Access Points. Each Access
Point can connect multiple wireless devices to the network. This network will provide
connectivity among wireless network devices and PCs that have a wired connection to the
switch.
The switch then can connect to a router that can connect to an ISP to reach global Internet.

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The LEDs
Getting to Know the Wireless-N Access Point
Getting to Know the Wireless-N Access
Point
This chapter provides you with information about the external characteristics of the Access
Point.
The LEDs
The Access Point's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on
the front panel.
Power—Green. Lights up when the Access Point is powered on.
PoE—Green. Lights up when the Access Point is powered through Ethernet cable.
WIRELESS—Green. Lights up when the Access Point is successfully connected to a wireless
device. If the Wireless LED is flashing, the Access Point is actively sending to or receiving data
from a wireless device.
ETHERNET—Green. Lights up when the Access Point is successfully connected to a device
through the Ethernet network port. If the ETHERNET LED is flashing, the Access Point is actively
sending to or receiving data from one of the devices over the Ethernet network port.

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The Ports
Getting to Know the Wireless-N Access Point
The Ports
The Access Point’s ports are located on the back of the device.
Power—Connects to the supplied 12VDC power adapter.
Ethernet—Connects to Ethernet network devices, such as a switch or router that may or may
not support Power over Ethernet (PoE).
Reset Button—There are two ways to reset the Access Point to the factory default
configuration. Either press the Reset button, for approximately ten seconds, or restore the
defaults using the Access Point's Web-based Utility.
Antennas and Positions
The Access Point’s port are located on the back of the device. The Access Point can be placed in
three different positions. It can be either stackable, standalone, or wall-mount.

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Antennas and Positions
Getting to Know the Wireless-N Access Point
Antenna—The Access Point has three detachable 2dBi omni-directional antennas.
The three antennas have a base that can rotate 90 degrees when in the standing position. The
three antennas will all be used to support 3X3 MIMO diversity in wireless-N mode (AP with
connector type of RSMA).

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Overview
Connecting the Wireless-N Access Point
Connecting the Wireless-N Access Point
Overview
This chapter explains how to place and connect the Access Point.
Depending on your application, you might want to set up the device first before mounting the
device.
Connection
1. Connect your Ethernet network cable to your network router or switch. Then connect the
other end of the network cable to the Access Point’s Ethernet port.
2. If you are using Power Over Ethernet (POE), proceed to the following section, “Placement
Options.”
If you are not using POE, then connect the included power adapter to the Access Point’s
Power port. Then plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. The LEDs on the front
panel will light up as soon as the Access Point powers on.
Placement Options
There are three ways to place the Wireless-N Access Point. The first way is to place it horizontally
on a surface, so it sits on its four rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Access Point
vertically on a surface. The third way is to mount it on a wall. The stand and wall-mount options
are explained in further detail below.

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Placement Options
Connecting the Wireless-N Access Point
Stand Option
1. Locate the Access Point’s left side panel.
2. The Access Point includes two stands. With the two large prongs facing outward, insert the
short prongs into the little slots in the Access Point, and push the stand upward until it
snaps into place.
3. Repeat this step with the other stand.
Short Prongs

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Placement Options
Connecting the Wireless-N Access Point
Wall-Mount Option
1. On the Access Point’s back panel are two cris-cross wall-mount slots.
2. Determine where you want to mount the Access Point, and install two screws that are 2-15/
16" apart.
3. Line up the Access Point so that the wall-mount slots line up with the two screws.
4. Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Access Point down until the screws
fit snugly into the wall-mount slots.

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Overview
Setting Up the Wireless-N Access Point
Setting Up the Wireless-N Access Point
Overview
The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out of the box with the default
settings. However, if you'd like to change these settings, the Access Point can be configured
through your web browser with the Web-based Utility. This chapter explains how to use the
Utility to perform the most basic settings.
The Utility can be accessed via web browsers, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla
Firefox through the use of a computer that is networked with the Access Point.
For a basic network setup, most users only have to use the following screens of the Utility:
•Setup
On the Setup screen, enter your basic network settings (IP address) here.
•Management
Click the Administration tab and then select the Management screen. The Access
Point’s default password is admin. To secure the Access Point, change the AP Password
from its default.
Most users will also customize their wireless settings:
•Wireless
On the Wireless screen, change default SSID under the Basic Wireless Settings Tab.
Select the level of security under the Wireless Security Tab and complete the options
for the selected security mode.
Accessing the Utility
There are three ways to connect to your Access Point for the first time.
• If you have a 48VDC Power Injector (e.g. Linksys WAPPOE), power up your Access Point
first, then connect the Injector’s cable to your PC. Configure your PC to have the static IP
address on the same subnet as the Access Point’s default IP address (192.168.1.245).
• If you have a PoE switch (e.g. Linksys SRW224P), connect your Access Point and your PC
to the same network. Configure your PC to have the static IP address on the same
subnet as the Access Point’s default IP address (192.168.1.245). Or if there is a DHCP
server connected to the switch, configure it to assign the IP address in 192.168.1.0/24
subnet. Your PC will get an IP address in the subnet through the DHCP.
• Although it is not recommended, you can connect your PC wirelessly to the Access Point
when the DHCP server is connected on the LAN side. It is not recommended, because
you can easily lose your connection through configuration changes.
NOTE: Make sure you have Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs
prior to proceeding. PCs communicate over the network
with this protocol.

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Navigating the Utility
Setting Up the Wireless-N Access Point
1. Launch your web browser, such as Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox and enter the Access
Point’s default IP address, 192.168.1.245, in the Address field. Press the Enter key.
2. Enter admin in the User Name field. The first time you open the Web-based Utility, use the
default password, admin. (You can set a new password from the Administration -
Management tab.) Then click the OK button.
3. After setting up the Access Point to use DHCP or manually configure a new IP address, move
your Access Point to the desired network. You will have to use the new IP address the next
time you access the Web-based Utility.
Navigating the Utility
The Web-based Utility consists of the following five main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security
Monitor, Administration, and Status. Additional screens (sub tabs) will be available from most of
the main tabs.
The following briefly describes the main & sub tabs of the Utility.
Setup
Enter the Host Name, IP Address settings, and set the time on this screen.
•Basic Setup—Configure the host name and IP address settings for this Access Point.
•Time—Set the time on this Access Point.
•Advanced—Set the HTTP Redirect and 802.1x Supplicant settings for this Access Point.
Wireless
You will use the Wireless tabs to enter a variety of wireless settings for the Access Point.
•Basic Wireless Settings—Choose the wireless network mode (e.g. B/G/N-Mixed), SSID,
and radio channel on this screen.
•Wireless Security—Use this screen to configure the Access Point’s security settings.
•Wireless Connection Control—Use this screen to control the wireless connections
from client devices to this Access Point.
•Wi-Fi Protected Setup—Use this screen to simplify the process of setting up and
configuring security on a wireless network.
•VLAN & QoS—Use this screen to configure the 802.1Q VLAN and the QoS (Quality of
Service) settings.
•Advanced Wireless Settings—Use this screen to configure the Access Point’s more
advanced wireless settings (e.g. Load Balancing, Channel Bandwidth, etc.).
AP Mode
Use this screen to select the desired mode of Access Point. The default mode is Access Point.

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Navigating the Utility
Setting Up the Wireless-N Access Point
Administration
You will use the Administration tabs to manage the Access Point.
•Management—This screen allows you to customize the password and Simple Network
Management Protocol (SNMP) settings.
•Log—Configure the Log settings for the Access Point on this screen.
•Diagnostic—Use this to perform a Ping. The activities can be useful in solving network
problems.
•Factory Default—Use this screen to reset the Access Point to its factory default
settings.
•Firmware Upgrade—Upgrade the Access Point’s firmware on this screen.
•Reboot—Use this screen to reboot the Access Point.
•Config Management—You can save the configuration file for the Access Point to your
PC, as well as restore the backup configuration file to the Access Point.
Status
You will be able to view status information for your local network, wireless networks, and
network performance.
•Local Network—This screen displays system information, including software &
hardware version, MAC address, and IP address on the LAN side of the Access Point.
•Wireless—This screen displays wireless network settings including SSID, network mode,
priority setting, VLAN trunk, and wireless channel.
•System Performance—This screen displays the current traffic statistics of this Access
Point for both Wireless and LAN ports.

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The Setup - Basic Setup Tab
Configuring the Wireless-N Access Point
Configuring the Wireless-N Access Point
This chapter is a detailed reference guide for the Web-based Utility. You do not need the Utility
to start using your Access Point. The Access Point has been designed to be functional right out
of the box with the default settings. This chapter provides detailed configuration instructions.
The Setup - Basic Setup Tab
The first screen that appears is the Setup screen. This allows you to change the Access Point's
general settings.
Basic Setup
Enter names for the Access Point. The host name can be used to access the Web Utility through
the network if DNS has been set up. The device name is for the benefit of identifying your
Access Point after you log in.
•Host Name—This is the host name assigned to the Access Point. This host name will be
published to your DNS server if the Access Point is configured to acquire the IP address
through DHCP. In that case, Linksys recommends to follow the company policy on the
host name assignment. The default name is Linksys.
•Device Name—You may assign any device name to the Access Point. This name is only
used by the Access Point administrator for identification purposes. Unique, memorable
names are helpful, especially if you are employing multiple access points on the same
network. The default name is WAP4410N.
Network Setup
The selections under this heading allow you to configure the Access Point’s IP address
setting(s).
IP Settings (v4)
Select Static IP Address (default) if you want to assign a static or fixed IP address to the Access
Point. Then complete the following: