Linksys WAP200 User manual

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USER GUIDE
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Wireless-G Access Point
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How to Use this User Guide
The user guide to the Dual-Band Wireless Access Point has been designed to make understanding networking
with the Access Point easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section.
This exclamation point means there is a caution or
warning and is something that could damage your
property or the Access Point.
word: definition.
This checkmark means there is a note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to while
using the Access Point.
This question mark provides you with a reminder about
something you might need to do while using the Access Point.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this User Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Roaming 4
Network Layout 5
Example of a simple wireless network 6
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point 7
The LEDs 7
The Ports 8
Antennas and Positions 9
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point 10
Overview 10
Connection 10
Placement Options 11
Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point 12
Overview 12
Accessing the Utility 12
Navigating the Utility 13
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point 16
The Setup - Basic Setup Tab 16
The Setup - Time Tab 17
The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Tab 18
The Wireless - Wireless Security Tab 19
The Wireless - Wireless Connection Control Tab 24
The Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab 25
The Wireless - VLAN & QoS Tab 26
The AP Mode Tab 28
The Security Monitor - Basic Settings Tab 31
The Security Monitor - Event Log Tab 32
The Administration - Management Tab 34

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The Administration - Log Tab 36
The Administration - Factory Default Tab 37
The Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab 37
The Administration - Reboot Tab 38
The Administration - Config Management Tab 38
The Status - Local Network Tab 39
The Status - Wireless Tab 40
The Status - System Performance Tab 41
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43
Frequently Asked Questions 43
Appendix B: Wireless Security 47
Security Precautions 47
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 47
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 50
Appendix D: Windows Help 51
Appendix E: Glossary 52
Appendix F: Specifications 57
Appendix G: Warranty Information 60
Appendix H: Regulatory Information 61
Appendix I: Contact Information 68

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Example of a Simple Wireless Network 6
Figure 3-1: Front Panel 7
Figure 3-2: Back View 8
Figure 3-3: Desktop Placement and Antenna Setup 9
Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Cable 10
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power 10
Figure 4-3: Stand 11
Figure 4-4: Mounting Dimensions 11
Figure 5-1: Login Screen 13
Figure 6-1: Setup - Basic Setup 16
Figure 6-2: Setup - Time 17
Figure 6-3: Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings 18
Figure 6-4: Wireless - Wireless Security (Disabled) 19
Figure 6-5: Wireless - Wireless Security (WEP) 19
Figure 6-6: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA-Personal) 20
Figure 6-7: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Personal) 20
Figure 6-8: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Personal Mixed) 21
Figure 6-9: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA-Enterprise) 21
Figure 6-10: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Enterprise) 22
Figure 6-11: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2 - Enterprise Mixed) 22
Figure 6-12: Wireless - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 23
Figure 6-13: Wireless - Wireless Connection Control 24
Figure 6-14: Select MAC Address from Wireless Client List 24
Figure 6-15: Wireless - Advanced Wireless 25
Figure 6-16: Wireless - VLAN & QoS 26
Figure 6-17: AP Mode 28
Figure 6-18: Wireless Repeater Mode 29
Figure 6-19: Wireless Bridge Mode 30

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Figure 6-20: Security Monitor - Basic Settings 31
Figure 6-21: Security Monitor - Event Log 32
Figure 6-22: Administration - Management 34
Figure 6-23: Administration - Log 36
Figure 6-24: Administration - Factory Default 37
Figure 6-25: Administration - Firmware Upgrade 37
Figure 6-26: Administration - Reboot 38
Figure 6-27: Administration - Config Management 38
Figure 6-28: Status - Local Network 39
Figure 6-29: Status - Wireless 40
Figure 6-30: Status - System Performance 41
Figure 6-31: Status - Wireless 41
Figure 6-32: Status - System Performance 41
Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 50

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster. This Access
Point will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever.
How does the Access Point do all of this? 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. In fact, the
Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster can support communications on up to four
wireless networks, using Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) technology.
The Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster also offers the convenience of Power
over Ethernet (PoE) capability, so it can receive data and power over a single Ethernet network cable. You can
even connect wired networks in two different buildings, by using two Access Points set to Wireless Bridge mode.
But what does all of this mean?
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 both 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. 802.11b: a wireless networking standard that specifies a
maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating
frequency of 2.4GHz.
802.11g: a wireless networking standard that specifies a
maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating
frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with
802.11b devices.
adapter: a device that adds network functionality to your
PC.
ethernet: network protocol defined in IEEE 802.3 standard
that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a
common transmission medium.
lan (local area network): the computers and networking
devices that make up your local network.
network: a series of computers or devices connected
together.
poe (power over ethernet): a technology enabling an
Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.
access point: a device that allows wireless-equipped
computers and other devices to communicate with each
other and with devices on a wired network. Also used to
expand the range of a wireless network.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this User Guide?
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What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Access Point.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Wireless-G Access Point’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point
This chapter describes the physical features of the Access Point.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point
This chapter instructs you on how to connect your Access Point to your network and placement options.
• Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point
This chapter explains how to perform the most basic setting changes through the web-based utility.
• Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point
This chapter provides a reference for the available configuration through the web-based utility.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some frequently asked questions regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G
Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the Access Point’s firmware.
• Appendix D: Windows Help.
This appendix describes some of the ways Windows can help you with wireless networking.
• Appendix E: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix F: Specifications
This appendix provides the Access Point’s technical specifications.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this User Guide?
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• Appendix G: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the Access Point’s warranty information.
• Appendix H: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory information.
• Appendix I: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
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Chapter 2: 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 talkto 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), wireless channel, and wireless security settings.
This Access Point has 802.11F Inter-Access Point Protocol (IAPP) to complete the roaming process in seconds. If
yourwireless networks sharethe same IP subnet, this will not disrupt your data connection while moving around.
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.
infrastructure: a wireless network that is bridged to a wired
network via an access point.
ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices communicating directly
with each other (peer-to-peer) without the use of an access
point.
roaming: the ability to take a wireless device from one
access point's range to another without losing the
connection.
ssid: your wireless network's name

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Network Layout
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Network Layout
The Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster has been designed for use with
802.11g and 802.11b products. The Access Point is compatible with 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 withan 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
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Example of a simple wireless network
Figure 2-1: 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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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point
The LEDs
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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point
The LEDs
The Access Point's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel.
Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Access Point is powered on.
PoE Green. The PoE LED lights up when the Access Point is powered through Ethernet cable.
WIRELESS Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up when the wireless module is active on the Access Point. If
the Wireless LED is flashing, the Access Point is actively sending to or receiving data from a
wireless device.
ETHERNET Green. The ETHERNET LED 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.
Figure 3-1: Front Panel

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The Ports
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The Ports
The Access Point’s port are located on the back of the device.
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.
Ethernet The Ethernet network port connects to Ethernet network devices, such as a switch or router
that may or may not support Power over Ethernet (PoE).
Power The Power port connects to the supplied power adapter.
port: the connection point on a computer or
networking device used for plugging in
cables or adapters
Figure 3-2: Back View
IMPORTANT: Resetting the Access Point will
erase all of your settings (including wireless
security, IP address, and SSID) and replace
them with the factory defaults. Do not reset
the Access Point if you want to retain these
settings.

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Antennas and Positions
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Antennas and Positions
The Access Point’s antennas are located on the back of the device. The Access Point can be placed on a desktop
or wall-mounted. When placed on a desktop, the Access Point can be stacked with other Linksys Business Series
products.
Antenna The AccessPoint has twodetachable 2dBiomni-directional antennas.Adjust the twoantennas
so that they form a 90 degree angle for best MIMO range performance.
Figure 3-3: Desktop Placement and Antenna Setup

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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point
Overview
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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G 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. Refer to
“Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point”.
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 notusing POE, then connect the included poweradapter 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.
Proceed to the following section, “Placement Options.”
hardware: the physical aspect of
computers, telecommunications, and
other information technology devices.
Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Cable
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power

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Placement Options
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Placement Options
Thereare three waysto place the Wireless-GAccess Point. The firstway is to place it horizontally ona 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.
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.
Repeat this step with the other stand.
Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Access
Point,” for directions on how to set up the Access Point.
Wall-Mount Option
1. On the Access Point’s back panel are two crisscross 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.
Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Access
Point,” for directions on how to set up the Access Point.
Figure 4-3: Stand
Figure 4-4: Mounting Dimensions
2-15/16"
Large
Prongs

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Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point
Overview
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Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G 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.
1. 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).
2. 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.
HAVE YOU:Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs? PCs
communicate over the network with this
protocol. Refer to “Appendix D: Windows Help”
for more information on TCP/IP.
browser: an application that provides a way to
look at and interact with all the information on the
World Wide Web.
tcp/ip: a set of protocols PCs use to
communicate over a network.

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Navigating the Utility
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3. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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. 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.
Figure 5-1: Login Screen

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Navigating the Utility
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•Advanced Wireless Settings. Use this screen to configure the Access Point’s more advanced wireless
settings.
•VLAN & QoS. Use this screen to configure VLAN and QoS settings.
AP Mode
Use this screen to configure the Access Point mode. The three available modes are Access Point, Wireless
Repeater, and Wireless Bridge.
Security Monitor
•Basic Settings. Use this screen to configure the Access Point’s security monitor capabilities. You will be able
to monitor your wireless network through a client utility on administrator’s PC.
•Event Log. Use this screen to determine the events that should prompt notification and the notification
recipient settings.
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.
•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.
firmware: the software image that runs on a
CPU inside a networking device.
snmp: the standard network management protocol
on the Internet.