Hawking HWBA54G User manual

802.11b/g Adjustable WiFi Signal Booster
HWBA54G
Wireless Access Point
&
HSB1 Signal Booster
User Manual

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction ........................................................................5
1.1 Package Contents ........................................................................................6
1.2 Feature.........................................................................................................6
1.2.1 Access Point........................................................................................6
1.2.2 Signal Booster.....................................................................................6
1.3 Specifications..............................................................................................7
1.3.1 Access Point........................................................................................7
1.3.2 802.11b/g Adjustable WiFi Signal Booster ........................................7
1.4 Physical Description ...................................................................................7
Chapter 2. Install Access Point with Signal Booster.........................9
Chapter 3. Wireless LAN Access Point Connection.......................10
Chapter 4. Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration...................11
4.1 Getting Started ...........................................................................................11
4.2 Configuring the Access Point.................................................................... 15
4.2.1 Client Mode configuration................................................................ 16
4.2.2 AP Mode configuration..................................................................... 19
4.2.3 Repeater Mode Configuration........................................................... 21
4.2.4 P2P Mode configuration................................................................... 23
4.2.5 PMP Mode Configuration.................................................................25
4.2.6 WEP Setting...................................................................................... 27
4.2.7 WPA Setting ..................................................................................... 28
4.2.8 Advanced Setting.............................................................................. 30
4.2.9 Access Filter...................................................................................... 31
4.2.10 Status Setup....................................................................................... 33
4.2.11 Admin Setup ..................................................................................... 34
4.2.12 LAN Setup ........................................................................................ 36
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting ...............................................................37
Appendix Signal Booster Quick Installation Guide ........................39
LIMITED WARRANTY

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Access Point),HSB1(Signal Booster), and the RF Cable(HPP Cable) Three units will
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Signal Booster and HWBA54G are free from physical defects in material and
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Warning Statement:
Federal Communication
Commission Interference Statement
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Requirements,
Part 15
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution:
FCC RF Exposure Statement:
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and
your body. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments coulddamage the
transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
Regulatoryinformation/Disclaimers:
Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are
not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.

Introduction
This product is an access point with a singal booster for IEEE 802.11g/b 2.4GHz
wireless network. You can use this access point to build up a wireless LANwith
better coverage area.
The Access Point supports WPA-PSK, WEP, ESSID and MAC address filter
functions to consolidate the wireless network security. With ESSID
authentication, WPA-PSK, 64/128-bit WEP encryption and MAC address
filtering you can prevent unauthorized wireless stations from accessing your
wireless network.
The Access Point’s dipole antenna is detachable by connecting to a RP-SMA
connector. By removingthe dipole antenna from the Access Point and simply
using a HPP cable that includes in the package to connect the Access Point to the
Signal Booster, it significantly extends the coverage area to improve the overall
network performance.
The Signal Booster offers 100/200/500mW selections. Users are free to select
desired output power by adjusting the “mode”switch on the side of the Signal
Booster unit. The output power is up to 25dBm when the 500mW output power is
selected.
With the versatile of features, this product is the best choice for you to integrate
your wireless and wired network seamlessly.

Package Contents
The Access Point includes the following items:
lOne Access Point
lOne Power Adapter
lOne User’s Manual
The Signal Booster includes the followingitems:
lOne Signal Booster
lOne Power Adapter
lOne Dipole Antenna
lOne Connector Cable
lOne Wall Mounting Kit
lOne Quick Installation Guide
Feature
Access Point
lComplies with the IEEE 802.11g/b 2.4GHz specification.
lHigh data rate 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 11, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbps network speed.
lSeamlessly integrate wireless and wired Ethernet LAN networks.
lAuto rate fallback in case of obstacles or interferences.
lProvide 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption function to protect the wireless
data transmissions.
lSupports Web-based configuration.
Signal Booster
lWork with IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN devices.
lStronger output power improves the link quality and coverage distance of
WLAN devices significantly.
l500/200/100mW output power changeable enables the booster to be used
for various environments.
lWall mountable.

Specifications
Access Point
lStandards: IEEE 802.11g/b (Wireless), IEEE 802.3 (Wired)
lData Rate: 54/48/36/24/18/12/11/5.5/2/1Mbps auto fallback
lSecurity: 64/128-bit WEP Data Encryption
lFrequency Band: 2.400~2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band)
lAntenna: External detachable dipole antenna (with RP-SMA connector)
lConnectors: 10/100Mbps RJ-45 x 1
lPower: 12VDC, 0.5A
lOutput Power: 8-18 dBm max.
lLEDs: Power, LAN Link/Activity, Wireless Activity
lDimension: 30(H) x 127(W) x 87(D) mm
lTemperature:
uOperating: 32~131°F (0~55°C)
uStorage: -4~158°F(-20~70°C)
lHumidity: 10-90% (Noncondensing)
802.11b/g Adjustable WiFi Signal Booster
lStandards: IEEE 802.11b/g
lOutput Power: 23dBm ±2dBm
lInput Power: 8dBm (Min.) ~ 18dBm(Max.)
lReceiver Gain: >10dBm
lAntenna Connector: RP-SMA x 2
lAntenna: 2dBi Dipole Antenna
lPower: 12VDC, 1.25A
Physical Description
Front Panel
On the Access Point’s front panel there are LED lights that inform you of the
Access Point’s current status. Below is an explanation of each LED.

LED Color Status Description
Power Green Lit Power is supplied.
Off No Power.
Wireless
Activity Green Flash Antenna is transmitting or receiving data.
Off Antenna is not transmitting or receiving data.
LAN
Link/Activity
Green On A valid link is established.
Flash It is transmitting or receiving data.
Off No link is established.
Back Panel
Access Point’s connection ports are located on the back panel. Below is the
description of each connection port.
1Antenna Connector
This round connection is Reverse SMA connector that antennas with Reverse
SMA connector can connect to the Access Point.

2DC Adapter Port
Insert the power jack of the power adapter into this port.
3LAN Port
The Access Point’s LAN port is where you connect to your LAN’s network
devices.
4Reset
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 5 seconds) and the Access Point will re-boot
itself, keeping your original configurations.
2) If problems persist or you experience extreme problems or you forgot
your password, press the reset button for longer than 5 seconds and the
Access Point will reset itself to the factory default settings (warning:
your original configurations will be replaced with the factory default
settings).
Install Access Point with Signal Booster
To connect the Access Point with the Signal Booster, please follow the ways
described below.
1. Connect the Access Point to one side of the connector cable in the package.
2. Connect the other side of the connector cable to the signal booster.
3. Screw the dipole antenna in the package to the signal booster.
4. Power on the signal booster.
5. Adjust the output power range from the switch in the booster for the best
signal strength.
1
2
3

ŒAccess Point
•Connector Cable Reverse SMA to Reverse SMA
ŽSignal Booster
•Antenna
•Power Adapter of the Signal Boostr
Wireless LAN Access Point Connection
1. Locate an optimum location for the Wireless LAN Access Point.
The best location for your Access Point is usually at the center of your
wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Connect the Wireless LAN Access Point to your router, hub or switch.
Connect 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 existed wired LAN Network.
3. Connect the DC Power Adapter to the Wireless LAN Access Point’s
Power Socket.
Only use the power adapter supplied with the Access Point. Using a different
adapter may damage the product.
The Hardware Installation is completely also you can start to enjoy the
wireless network environment.
4
5

Please follow below step to access the UI to configure the more function.
Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration
Getting Started
This Access Point provides web-based configuration tool allowing you to
configure from wired or wireless stations. Follow the instructions below to get
started configuration.
From Wired Station
1. Make sure your wired station is in the same subnet with the Access Point.
The default IP Address and Sub Mask of the Access Point is:
Default IP Address: 192.168.2.1
Default Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Configure your PC to be in the same subnet with the Access Point.
1a) Windows 95/98/Me
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2. Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear.
3. Check your list of Network Components. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the Addbutton
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 Add button.
5. In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select Microsoft and TCP/IP and then click
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 the Properties button.

7. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
hBindings: Check Client for Microsoft Networksand File and printer sharing for
Microsoft Networks.
hGateway: All fields are blank.
hDNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.
hWINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.
hIP Address: Select Specify an IP Address. Specify the IP Address and Subnet
Mask as following example.
1IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254
is available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
2Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
8. Reboot the PC. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
1b) Windows 2000
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then clickControl Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon. In the Network and Dial-up
Connection window, double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area
Connection window will appear.
3. In the Local Area Connection window, click the Properties button.
4. Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] on
your list. Select it and click 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 following.
 IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254 is
available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
6. Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
1c) Windows NT
1. Click the Start button and select Settings, then clickControl Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.

2. Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear. Select the Protocol tab
from the Network window.
3. Check if the TCP/IP Protocol is on your list of Network Protocols. If TCP/IP is not
installed, click the Add button to install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 5.
4. In the SelectNetwork Protocol window, select the TCP/IP Protocol and click 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 and then click the Properties button.
6. Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
hIP Address: Select Specify an IP address. Specify the IP Address and Subnet
Mask as following example.
3IP Address: 192.168.2.3 (any IP address within 192.168.2.2~192.168.2.254
is available, do not setup 192.168.2.1)
4Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
•DNS:Let all fields are blank.
•WINS: Let all fields are blank.
•Routing: Let all fields are blank.
7. Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now have the IP Address you specified.
2.Enter 192.168.2.1 from Web Browser to get into the Access Point’s
configuration tool.
3. A screen will be popped up and request you to enter user name and
password. The default user name and password is as follows.
User Name: Admin
Password: 1234
Enter the default user name and password, then press OK button directly.

4. You can start configuring the Access Point.
From Wireless Station
1. Make sure your wireless station is in the same subnet with the Access Point.
Please refer to the step 1 above for configuring the IP Address and Sub
Mask of the wireless station.
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 same ESSID as the
Access Point and associate your wireless station to the Access Point.
3. Enter 192.168.2.1 from Web Browser to get into the Access Point’s
configuration tool.
4. Enter the user name and password and then press OKbutton and you are
available to configure the Access Point now.

Configuring the Access Point
This Access Point supports Client, AP, Repeater and Bridge modes. “Client
Mode” is used to let a network device with only wired Ethernet function to have
wireless LAN communication capability. It provides both Ad Hoc and
Infrastructure modes for the “Station Mode”. With “Station-Ad Hoc mode”, it
can let your network device join a wireless LAN with peer-to-peer
communication. With “Station-Infrastructure mode”, it can let your network
device join a wireless LAN through an access point. “AP Mode” provides pure
access point function. The simplest way to build up a wireless LAN is to use “AP
Mode”. If you want an access point to bridge wired Ethernet network and provide
connection service for other wireless station at the same time, you have to set the
access point to “Repeater mode”. Simply speaking, “Repeater mode” function is
the combination of “AP mode” and “PMP mode”. “AP Bridge Mode” provides
the function to bridge more than 2 wired Ethernet networks together by wireless
LAN. You can use two access points with “P2P mode” to bridge two wired
Ethernet networks together. If you want to bridge more than two wired Ethernet
networks together, you have to use enough access points with “PMP mode”. An
access point with “P2P mode” or “PMP mode” can only be used to bridge wired
Ethernet networks together. It can’t accept connection from other wireless station
at the same time.

Client Mode configuration
It is used to let a network device with only wired Ethernet function to have
wireless LAN communication capability. It provides both Ad Hoc and
Infrastructure modes for the “Client Mode”. With “Ad Hoc mode”, it can let your
network device join a wireless LAN with peer-to-peer communication. With
“Infrastructure mode”, it can let your network device join a wireless LAN
through an access point.

Parameter Description
Station Mode 802.11b mode: It allows to select the transmit rate up to 11Mbps
802.11g mode: It allows to select the transmit rate up to 54Mbps
MAC Cloning Mode Disabled: It will use it’s own MAC address to access the wireless LAN.
Enabled: It will use PC’s MAC address to access the wireless LAN.
SSID The SSID (up to 32 printable ASCII characters) is the unique name
identified in a WLAN. The ID prevents the unintentional merging of two
co-located WLANs. Please make sure that the SSID of all stations in the
same WLAN network are the same. The default SSID is “default”.
Site Survey Click “Site Survey” button, then a “Wireless Site Survey Table” will pop
up. It will list all available access points near by. You can select one
access point in the table and it will join wireless LAN through this access
point.
Operation Mode AD-Hoc: It can let your network device join a wireless LAN with peer-to-

peer communication.
Infrastructure: It can let your network device join a wireless LAN
through an access point.
Channel Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with
your network settings. Channels differ from country to country. Channel
1-11 are available in North America.
Security Disable: Disable the security function.
WEP:WEP is an
authentication algorithm, which protects authorized
Wireless LAN users against eavesdropping. The Authentication type and
WEP key of wireless stations must be the same with the Access Point.
This Access Point supports 64/128-bit WEP Encryption
function. With this
function, your data will be transmitted over the wireless network securely.
# You can refer to the detail setting from chapter 3.2.6.
WPA: You can use a pre-shared key to authenticate wireless stations
and encrypt data during communication. When you enabled WPA mode,
you can not use WEP encryption.
# You can refer to the detail setting from chapter 3.2.7.
Preamble Type Preamble type defines the length of preamble block in the frames during
the wireless communication.
Auto select: It will auto switch to the more suitable method.
Short: It is suitable for high traffic wireless network
Long: It can provide more reliable communication
Transmit Rate When you enable the station mode selection to “802.11b” and it allows
you to select the speed of 1-11Mbps. When you enable the station mode
selection to “802.11g” and it allows you to select the speed of 1-54Mbps.
Click Apply button at the bottom of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure
other advance sections or start using the Access Point.
Site Survey table:
When this access point is in “Client-Infrastructure mode”, it should associate
with an access point and connect to your wireless LAN through the associated

access point. “Wireless Site Survey” searches for all available access points near
by. You can select one access point listed in this table.
AP Mode configuration
This Access Point supports AP modes. “AP Mode” provides pure access point
function. The simplest way to build up a wireless LAN is to use “AP Mode”.

Parameter Description
Mode 802.11b mode: It allows to select the transmit rate up to 11Mbps
802.11g mode: It allows to select the transmit rate up to 54Mbps
Mixed mode: It provides best performance for 11g transmission when
you enable the AP mode selection to “Mixed mode”.
SSID The SSID (up to 32 printable ASCII characters) is the unique name
identified in a WLAN. The ID prevents the unintentional merging of two
co-located WLANs. Please make sure that the SSID of all stations in the
same WLAN network are the same. The default SSID is “default”.
Broadcast SSID It will respond to Broadcast SSID requests. If you enable this function,
every wireless station located within the coverage of this access point
can discover this access point easily. If you are building a public wireless
network, enabling this feature is recommended. Disabling "Response to
Broadcast ESSID requests" can provide better security.