Hawking HWABN1 User manual

QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
Part No. HWABN1 rev. 1 Hi-GainTM Wireless-300N Access Point/Bridge
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1.) Connect the A/C power adapter to an electrical source,
and then connect it to the ‘Power’ socket of the AP/Bridge.
3.) Connect your PC to any of the LAN ports located on the back of your
router/AP.
2.) Connect your AP/Bridge to your broadband router.
1Overview
Broadband Modem
2-win Connecting the HWABN1 using a Windows laptop or desktop
For Windows See the reverse side (2-Mac) for Mac Installation Instructions. Refer to the manual on the install CD for further assistance.
a.) Choose a name for
your AP/Bridge. You will
use this name to identify
and connect to the
network. Optionally, you
may change your login
username and password
to the web-user interface
at the IP address you
selected previously. Click
‘Next’.
b.) In Access Point
Mode, it is optional
to setup an
encrypted network. If
you don’t, your new
wireless network will
be open to any and
all users who can see
your network. Hawk-
ing suggests setting
up a basic WPA
security as shown
above.
c.) The Setup Sum-
mary displays all
your recently config-
ured settings for the
HWABN1 AP/Bridge.
Please double check
all settings to make
sure they are correct
and remember the IP
address for logging
into the web-user
interface.
Click ‘Set’ to apply all settings. Continue to Step 4.
Operating in Bridge Mode (Client Mode)
a.) In Bridge Mode, you must scan for the
wireless network that you would like to
“bridge” to your wired network device. Select
the network and click ‘Next.’
b.) Here you are given the option to change
the password for log-in to the web-user inter-
face. If you wish to leave the log-in information
as the default settings (Username: admin,
Password: 1234) click ‘Next’ to move on.
d.) The Setup Summary displays all your recently
configured settings for the HWABN1 AP/Bridge.
Please double check all settings to make sure
they are correct and remember the IP address
for logging into the web-user interface. Click
‘Set’ to apply all settings. Disconnect the
HWABN1 from your router. Connect your
computer/switch to the bridge via Ethernet
cable. Continue to Step 4 on the back page.
c.) If your network uses a security key, you will
be prompted here to enter your key. Just
enter it next to key #1 if using WEP or pre-
shared key if you are using WPA/WPA2. The
other values will be entered in automatically.
Please check with your network admin or
router manufacturer if you are not sure on
your key.
Router/AP
“SOURCE”
HWABN1
AP/Bridge
HWABN1
AP/Bridge
Broadband Modem
Example PC Rear Ports
PC Symbol for
Ethernet Port
Router/AP
“SOURCE”
HWABN1
AP/Bridge
LED Description
Power/WPS - LED is on when the power adapter is connected
and plugged in to an outlet. In WPS mode, it will flash.
Wireless LAN - LED is blinking when wireless activity is detected.
LAN Connection - LED is on when there is a wired connection to your network
Package Contents
•1x Wireless-300N AP/Bridge
•1x Power Adapter
•1x Ethernet Cable
•1x Setup CD-ROM
•2x Dipole Antennas
Requirements
•Internet Access with a Wireless AP or Router
•Computer (for configuration only)
•Power Outlet
3-win Conguring the HWABN1 using a Windows laptop or desktop
A.) Insert the Setup CD into the CD-ROM
drive of your computer. When the auto-load
page appears, click the Setup Wizard option
on the right and follow the Setup directions.
B.) Scan for your AP/Bridge by clicking the ‘Search’
button. Once found, click the device to highlight it
and click ‘Next.’
C.) Here, you can adjust your LAN IP address for the
AP/Bridge. You can automatically assign an IP from
your network, or you may choose to set it manually.
Click ‘Next.’
D.) Select an Operation Mode. Choose either Access Point
Mode or Ethernet Bridge Mode. Click ‘Next.’ See below to
continue operating in Access Point Mode or to continue operat-
ing in Bridge Mode.
Operating in Access Point Mode

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HWABN1
AP/Bridge
Wireless Mac
Laptop or Desktop
HWABN1
AP/Bridge
Operating in Access Point Mode
1.) Connect the A/C power adapter to an
electrical source, and then connect it to the
‘Power’ socket of the HWABN1.
2.) Connect your HWABN1 to a
LAN port on your wireless device
to configure the extender.
A.) Open your System Preferences and select the
“Network” option.
B.) Select the “Ethernet” option on the left hand side of the
window. Next find the “Configure” drop down menu and
select “Manually”. Now type in the IP address
“192.168.1.5” and select “Apply”.
C.) Open up your web browser (ex. Safari, Firefox, etc.)
and type “192.168.1.241” in the address bar.
a.) Once the page loads, select
the “Basic Settings” tab. Under
the “System” section, select
Access Point from the first drop
down menu and click “Apply”.
Hint: If you are having trouble getting
the page to load, try resetting the unit.
Press and hold the reset button located
on the back of the extender until the LED
lights on the top flash.
D.) When the access window appears,
enter the username “admin” and the
password “1234”. Then select the
“Log In” button.
b.) Select “Apply” if you do not
have security on your network.
If your network is secured,
select “continue”, enter your
security setting, then click
“Apply”.
c.) Once it prompts System
Restarting, wait for the timer
to countdown to “0” and then
click “OK”.
b.) Select your wireless network and click
“connect”. If your network does not appear as
an option, click “refresh”. If you have an
encrypted network, enter your security key*
when prompted to do so.
*If you do not know the security key of the
network you are connecting to, consult your
network administrator.
c.) Select “Apply” if you do not
have security on your network. If
your network is secured, select
“continue”, enter your security
setting, then click “Apply”.
Home Router or AP Home Router or AP
Home Router or AP
HWABN1 Hi-Gain™ Wireless-300N
Access Point/Bridge
Router / HotSpot
(wireless source)
Wireless Device
(laptop)
Place the HWABN1 within the range of your wireless source.
Home Router or AP
Wireless Device
(laptop)
Router / HotSpot
(wireless source)
DO NOT place the HWABN1 outside the range of your wireless source.
HWABN1 Hi-Gain™ Wireless-300N
Access Point/Bridge
Using a Windows Laptop or Desktop
A.) To connect your computer to the
HWABN1, please use your wwireless
utility. On Windows, it is an icon
typically located in your lower right
hand corner of your desktop. In our
example, we are using Windows 7.
Click on the icon and it should show
you available networks. Select your
network, and click ‘Connect.’
B.) If prompted, enter your key that you set up in
HWABN1 utility. You should now be connected.
Using a Mac Laptop or Desktop
A.) Click the wireless network icon in the
upper right hand corner of the Finder.
B.) From the drop-down menu select your
wireless network. You can now enjoy your new
wireless network!
NOTE: If you have Security enabled you will
be prompted to enter your password.
For MAC OS X
3-mac Conguring the HWABN1 using a Mac laptop or desktop
2-mac Connecting the HWABN1 Access Point/Bridge using a Mac laptop or desktop
192.168.1.241
192.168.1.241
4Placing your HWABN1 in an Optimal Location
5Connecting your laptop or destop to your HWABN1
Operating in Bridge Mode (Client Mode)
a.) Once the page loads, select
the “Basic Settings” tab. Under
the “System” section, select
“Bridge Client” from the first
drop down menu and then click
on “Select Site Survey”.
Hint: If you are having trouble getting
the page to load, try resetting the unit.
Press and hold the reset button located
on the back of the extender until the
LED lights on the top flash.
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