Gigabyte GN-AP02G User manual

GN-AP02G
Wireless Access Point
User’s Manual
www.gigabyte.com.tw

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, 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
instructions, 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 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.

Contents
Chapter1 Introduction ....................................................…………............4
Overview .........................................................................…………4
Features ........................................................................…………4
Package Contents ..........................................................………….5
The Rear Panel ..............................................................………..5
The Front Panel ...............................................................………...6
Chapter 2 Installation .................................................................………...7
Hardware Requirements ...................................................……….7
System Requirements ......................................................………7
Internet Configuration Requirements ...............................………7
Hardware Installation ..........................................................……...8
Connect to Access Point .......................................................……...8
Illustration .........................................................................……..9
Chapter3. Access Point Manager ..................................…..........…….11
Installing the Access Point Manager....................................……..11
Using the Access Point Manager ………………….............…….15
Appendix A: Specification ……..................................……………......……33

Chapter1 Introduction
Overview
Thank you for using Gigabyte GN-AP02G Wireless-G Access Point. The IEEE
802.11g standard is designed as a higher-bandwidth - 54M bit/sec - successor
to the popular 802.11b, or Wi-Fi standard, which tops out at 11M bit/sec. An
802.11g access point will support 802.11b and 802.11g clients.
The GN-AP02G Wireless-G Access Point lets you connect IEEE 802.11g or
IEEE802.11b devices to the network. With its high-speed data
transmissions of up to 54 Mbps, you complete a lot of work in a short amount
of time. Network users can share a broadband Internet connection, access
e-mail, download large files, videoconference, and distribute and play digital
images, videos, and MP3 files.
And with up to 152-bit WEP encryption, you can feel relieved that your wireless
network communications are private. Easy to set up and use, the GN-AP02G
provide you an AP Manager Configuration utility.
Features
♦IEEE 802.11b/g compliant and compatible with Wi-Fi
♦One option of plug in wireless card for Upgrade
♦Friendly SNMP Management Support
♦Advanced Wireless Security support
- Support 802.1x Secure Wireless Access
- Support 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption
- Support Access Control List (ACL)
♦Extended Distributed Wireless Systems (EDWS) support
- Wireless Distribution System (WDS) support (Point to Multi-Point
and Point to Point)
- Simultaneous operation of AP and WDS functions
♦Built-In DHCP server for Assigning IPAddress
♦Transmits data rate up to the maximum speed of 54Mbps for IEEE
802.11g

♦Dynamically scales the data rate to 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, and 6Mbps
for IEEE 802.11g
Package Contents
Before the installation procedures, please ensure the components are not
damaged during the shipping. The shipment of the GN-AP02G includes:
- One GN-AP02G Wireless-G Access Point
- One AC Power Adapter
- One Installation CD with the AP Manager and User Guide Soft Copy
- One User Guide
- One RJ-45 Cable
- One Cradle
- One wall mounting kit
Please contact your local distributor or authorized reseller immediately for any
missing or damaged components. If you require returning the damaged
product, you must pack it in the original packing material or the warranty will be
voided.
TheRearPanel
The Access Point’s ports are located on the Access Point’s rear panel.
Power
The power port is where you connect the power adapter.
One Ethernet LAN Port
RJ-45, Auto-sensing for 10/100M Ethernet LAN connection
Init Bottom
Initial reset (Init to factory default) and Hardware reset.
Wireless antenna
One 2.4 GHz antenna

TheFrontPanel
LEDs
The Access Point’s LEDs display information about the Access Point’s status.
Power (Green Light)
When the Green light is on, the power is supplied to the router.
Note: When you are applying the changes to save the configuration, the
Power LED will be off for a while.
LAN (Green Light)
On The link active at 10/100Mbps.
Flicker Data is being transmitted/received.
WLAN (Green Light)
On The wireless function is acting.
Flicker Data is being transmitted/received.
External PCMCIA Card slot
Support the Gigabyte GN-WMAG and the GN-WLMA101 Wireless PCMCIA
Card, but the GN-WLMA101 Wireless PCMCIA Card is recommended.
Note: Please expand the Wireless Lan card when power off.

Chapter 2 Installation
HardwareRequirements
To use the Wireless Access Point on your network, each computer may need
the following requirements:
An installed 802.11b/g wireless adapter.
An Ethernet LAN switch or hub.
A wired RJ-45 Ethernet cable
SystemRequirements
A Computer with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system.
To run AP Manager, you need a computer with Windows operating
system.
Internet Configuration Requirements
In order to connect your Access Point to the AP Manager, you will need the
following configuration parameters to configure the TCP/IP setting of your
computer:
Static IPAddress: 192.168.1. x (e.g, 2 ~ 253)
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.1.254

HardwareInstallation
Follow these steps to install the Wireless Access Point.
1. Choose a proper place for Access Point. In general, the best location is at
the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight to all wireless
devices. Keeping clear of metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.
2. Place the Access Point in the desired location. Normally, the higher you
place the antenna, the better the performance will be. The antenna
position enhances the receiving sensitivity.
3. Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to theAccess Point and attach
the other end to a network hub, switch, router, or patch panel (possibly on
a wall).
4. Attach one end of theAC power adapter to the Access Point and the other
end to a power outlet. (Note: Only use the power adapter supplied by
Gigabyte in the product package. Using a different adapter may result in
product damage.)
For the average home, signal range should not be an issue. If you experience
low or no signal strength in areas of your home that you wish to access,
consider positioning the Access Point in a location directly between the
computers with wireless adapters. Additional Access Points can be connected
to provide better coverage in rooms where the signal does not appear as
strong as desired.
Connect to Access Point
Wired Ethernet Cable
You can connect a LAN cable from your computer Network card to the Access
Point without using a Network switch or hub.
Wireless Connection
If you are using the wireless connection, you can connect to the Access Point
using the Gigabyte Access Point Manager without a wired Ethernet cable.

Illustration
There are two installation mode for your reference as follow:
Method 1: Static IP address
If you are Not using a DHCP server in your network, you can configure the AP
by connecting to the computer directly.
1. You will need to assign a Static IPAddress to the computer that you are
using to configure the Access Point on the same subnet.
For instance, the default IP address of the Access Point is 192.168.1.1
and the subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You can enter IP address
192.168.1.20 (assuming that it is not already assigned to another network
device), subnet mask 255.255.255.0 to your computer.
Note: If you need the instructions on how to do this, please refer to
Appendix C, “Configuration of the PCs”
2. Connect to the Access Point one by one and assign a static IP to each
Access Point. For example, 192.168.1.2 or 192.168.1.y, etc. (If the IP
address of your network is 10.1.5.x then your Access Point can be
assigned to 10.1.5.y.)
3. Make sure that every Access Point has a unique IP.
4. After all Access Points have been configured successfully, then you can
use AP Manager to control/monitor all Access Points network.
PC(AP Manager) 192.168.1.x
AP - DHCP (Disable)
192.168.1.1(default)
DHCP (Disable)
PC(AP Manager) 192.168.1.x
192.168.1.1 192.168.1.2 192.168.1.y

Method 2: Numerous Access Points setting
Using DHCP server to setup the IP Address then remove DHCP server
If require to setup as many Access Points at the same time. You can setup a
DHCP Server and let it assign IP to all the Access Points so it has its own
unique IP address. After the setup is finished, and then remove or disabled
DHCP Server at last. Now, you can use the AP Manager to find all Access
Points in your network, and then setup the N-Access Points as static IP
address one by one. Notice: After assign static IP address to everyAccess
Points, be sure to set the PC (AP Manager) to the same subnet.
Obtain IP Address Automatically - DHCP Server Enabled
If you are using a DHCP server in your network, you can connect a DHCP
server with the Access Point and an AP Manager through a switch/hub. The IP
address of the Access Point should be configured to “obtain an IP address
automatically”(which is default setting). The DHCP server will assign the IP
address to the Access Point. The PC (AP Manager) should use the IP on the
same subnet as the Access Point. Or, you can configure the PC (AP
Manager) to “obtain an IP address automatically” and assign IP by the same
DHCP server.
PC(AP Manager)
DHCP Server
Switch/Hub
PC(AP Manager)
Switch/Hub
PC(AP Manager) DHCP Server
Switch/Hub

Chapter3. Access Point Manager
The Wireless Access Point can be configured through the AP Manager
Utility .The Gigabyte Access Point Manager is used to configure Gigabyte
Access Points.
Note: The performance of wire line link is better than wireless link between
the AP Manager and each Access Point. To use the wire line link to
manage the Access Point is recommended.
Installing the Access Point Manager
Please follow these steps to install the Gigabyte AP Manager in the Windows.
Step1. Insert the installation CD and click Install Gigabyte AP Manager on
the CD autorun screen.
Step2. Please wait a while!
Step3. Click “Next”.

Step4. Type the User Information then click “Next”.
Step5. Click “Next” to accept the default directory or “Browse” to another
location.

Step6. Click “Next”.
Step7. Click “Next”.

Step8. Please wait a while.
Step9. Click ”Finish” to complete setup.

Using the Access Point Manager
You can launch Gigabyte AP Manager through Start \ Programs \ Gigabyte AP
Manager Utility \ Gigabyte AP Manager.
Enter the default password “admin” and click “OK” button.
It will automatically search for Access Points on the same subnet when you
open the Gigabyte AP Manager. You may click the icon to searching for
Access Points manually.

Tree structure
ESSID (GIGABYTE)
AP Name (GN-AP02G)
MAC Address (0020ED001700)
Menu bar
Tools Allow you to “search” for AP by ESSID, AP Name, MAC Address,
and IPAddress and “Connect to AP by IP”And allow you to
“Save”, “Load” the AP configuration and “Copy”, “Paste” the
configuration at the current page. Besides, it includes
both ”System Reboot” and “Load” Default?
Password Allow you to change the AP Manager password and set the
SNMP community string.
About An online help and the AP Manager version.
Exit Exit the AP Manager.
Note: When you search for AP by AP Name (Tools->Search->By AP Name).
You can press the “Search next” to continue to search the same
name of AP.

Tool bar
Find Access Point
Find all AP in the same subnet.
Save AP Configuration
Save all setting of the AP to a temp file.
Load AP Configuration
Load the setting of the temp file that you saved before to the
current AP.
Page Copy
Copy the setting of the current page.
Page Paste
Paste the setting you has copied to the current page.(You can
paste the setting ofAP1 to AP2 at the same tab page.)
System Reboot
Reboot the Access Point.
Load Default
Set the Access Point to the manufacture default.
Connect to AP by IP
If you want to manage the AP in the different subnet, use this
function and key in the IP.

System Page
The System Page displays the Device Information and the Change Community
String function.
Device Information
The Device Information include the AP name, MAC address, device
description, the version information, the wireless type and card config
type.
1. You can change the AP Name to whatever unique name, which can
represent this AP.
2. Based on the “Card Config Type” you can choose which wireless type
you want to use.
Note:
1) Please expand the Wireless Lan card when power off.
2) The embedded “Card1” support the
IEEE802.11b/g/turbo-g/super-g standards and the external
“Card2” can support more standards. Recommending not to
choose the Wireless-G type at the same time, or it will be affect
the performance of the Access Point.
3. The “Card Config Type” allows you to select which wireless card you
want to configure.

Change Community String
This function can let you change the community string to the AP. You can
change a new community string on purpose to prohibit other AP Manager
access and manage your AP. After you change the community string to AP,
you need to do two following actions.
1. Use Password->Set Community String on the Menu Bar to set the
community string to the AP manager. The AP Manager and the AP
should have the same community string. Otherwise the AP Manager
will not be able to find the AP with different community string.
2. Please memorize the community string or write it down at
somewhere.
In case you forget the community string, you have to press the AP init button
and then the AP setting (include community string) will be restore to default
value.
Note: The SNMP community string defines the relationship between an
SNMP manager system (AP Manager) and the agent systems (all
APs). This string acts like a password to control the AP Manager to
access the AP. The default value of the community string is “public”
You can change the community string of AP Manager by using
Password->Set Community String on the Menu Bar.
Initbottom

IP Config Page
The IP Configure tab allows you to configure the IP parameters of the access
point.
IP Address
Use this option to assign an IP address to the access point. The
default IP address is 192.168.1.1. Please make sure the assigned
IP address is unique on your network.
Subnet Mask
Specify the subnet mask of the access point. The default subnet mask is
255.255.255.0.
Gateway
Enter the IP address of the default route. The default gateway is
192.168.1.254.
After you change the IP address of the AP, please also change the PC (AP
Manager) IP address to the same subnet. And then click the “Find Access
Point” icon; AP manager will search the AP on the network.
DHCP Mode
There are four settings under this option you can choose: ”Disabled”,
“Client Enabled”, “Server Enabled” and “Auto”. Disabled is the default
setting.