MSI AP11B User manual

Version 1.0
June 2003
G52-C6809X1-G22
Wireless 802.11b MS-6809(AP11B)
User’s Guide

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon-
trolled environment. The antenna(s) used for this equipment must be installed to
provide a separation distance of at least eight inches (20cm) from all persons.
This equipment must not be operated in conjunction with any other antenna.
CE Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no
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Revision History
Revision Revision History Date
V1.0 First Release June 2003

Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any
piece of electronic component.
1. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
2. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the
equipment from overheating.
5. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
6. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause
electrical shock.
7. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment
The equipment has been exposed to moisture
The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work accord-
ing to User’s Manual
The equipment has dropped and damaged
If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage
8. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 700 C OR BELOW
-300C, IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
Important Safety Precautions

Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................... 1
1.1 What is AP11B .......................................................................................... 1
1.2 How AP11B works ..................................................................................... 2
1.3 Features & Benefits ................................................................................... 3
1.4 Specifications ............................................................................................ 4
1.5 System Requirements ................................................................................ 6
1.5 Package Content........................................................................................ 6
2. Unit Description ............................................................................................ 7
2.1 Front View ................................................................................................. 7
2.1.1 LEDs Display .......................................................................................... 8
2.2 Rear View ................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Side View ................................................................................................... 10
2.4 Installing Your AP11B ............................................................................... 11
2.4.1 Free-standing Installation ................................................................... 12
2.4.2 Wall-mounted Installation ................................................................... 14
3. Network Configuration ................................................................................. 16
3.1 Default Parameters ..................................................................................... 16
3.2 Web-based Configuration ......................................................................... 17
3.2.1 Typical Configuration .......................................................................... 19
3.2.2 Customized Configuration ................................................................... 22
System ...................................................................................................... 23
LAN .......................................................................................................... 27
Wireless .................................................................................................... 28
4. Technical Support ......................................................................................... 32
5. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 33
6. Glossary ........................................................................................................ 34
Index .................................................................................................................. 37

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1. Introduction
1.1 What is AP11B
MSI AP11B wireless access point is IEEE802.11b
compliant, and connects one or more wireless enabled
computers to an Ethernet network or Cable/xDSL modem for
high speed connection, anywhere in your home or office.
The AP11B wireless access point’s high-powered
antennae offer a range of operation of up to 500 feet indoor,
providing seamless roaming throughout your LAN
infrastructure. Advanced user authentication ensures a high
level of security for wireless networking, while easy-to-use
Windows-based diagnostics and statistic tools ensure that
you’ll always be in control. Best of all, the AP11B wireless
access point features easy installation---your choice to be
free-standing, wall- or ceiling-mounted.
With all these features come together in one compact,
lightweight, and power-efficient unit, you have the ultimate in
flexible networking---the AP11B wireless access point.

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Infrastructure Networking Mode--- Infrastructure net-
working differs from Ad-hoc networking is that it includes an
Access Point. In an Infrastructure networking, the Access
Point can manage the bandwidth to maximize bandwidth
utilization. Additionally, the Access Point enables users on a
wireless LAN to access an existing wired network, allowing
wireless users to take advantage of the wired networks
resources, such as Internet, email, file transfer, and printer
sharing. The scale and range of the Infrastructure networking
are larger and wider than that of the Ad-hoc networking.
1.2 How AP11B Works
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1.3 Features & Benefits
h11Mbps Data Rate/150-500ft Indoor Range
The AP11B runs with data-intensive applications like mul-
timedia and streaming video/audio --- even through walls,
floors and ceilings. You get high speed networking with-
out wires --- ideal for home office networking requirements.
hSuperior Antennae Design
One external dipole and one internal patch antennae provide
superior polarized reception and transmission for the best
signal quality.
hWi-Fi Certified
The AP11B complies with IEEE802.11b standard and Wi-Fi,
allowing full interoperability with any Wi-Fi certified wire-
less product.
hEasy Installation
User-friendly web-based interface and step-by-step setup
wizard make the AP11B fast and easy to install.
hWEP Security to Ensure Privacy
Supports 64/128-bit WEP encryption, which ensures that
your network signal is secure and private.

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1.4 Specifications
Data Rates 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps, auto-fallback
Standard IEEE802.11b
Range 150-500 feet (indoor), 1000-1600 feet (outdoor)
Frequency 2.4GHz
Wireless Radio Type DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation Type CCK, BPSK, and QPSK
WEP Data Encryption Options 64/128-bit
Antenna One External and one internal patch
Protocols Support TCP/IP, DHCP Client, HTTP for AP
configurability using HTML setup pages
Wired Interface One Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 10/100 Base-T,
RJ-45 with Auto MDI/MDI-X
User Selectable Settings Network Mode, ESSID, Channel, Tx Rate, RTS/
CTS Threshold, Fragmentation Threshold,
WEP, AES, Mac Filtering, Firmware Upgrade
LED Indicators Power, Wireless Traffic Status, WEP, Ethernet
Link
Output Power Up to +18dBm
Sensitivity 82dBm@11Mbps
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87dBM@2Mbps
88dBM@1Mbps
Power Consumption Transmit Mode 310mA
Power Adapter 110~120AC
220~240AC
DC output: 12V DC
Output current: 500mA
Optional Operation Mode Ethernet Bridging mode (for client use)
Dimensions 124.5 x 88.5 x 24.5 mm

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Weight TBD
Operating Environment Operating environment: 0~50OC (32~122OF)
Storage environment: -30~70OC (-22~158OF)
Humidity: Up to 40OC (104OF) with 85% non-
condensing
Input Voltage 5VDC (includes AC adapter)
Package Contents
Main unit One AP11B Wireless Access Point
Documentations & Driver Friendly User’s Guide on CD-ROM; Quick
Installation Guide
Peripherals & Accessories Power Adapter & Power Cord
Certifications
United States FCC Part 15 Class B
Europe CE

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1.5 System requirements
After installing the AP11B, you need the followings to
configure respective network settings:
hComputers with the following operating systems and
with an installed Ethernet adapter
--- Windows® ME/2000/XP
--- Linux
--- MAC
hAny browser compatible with Internet Explorer 6.0 and
later, or Netscape Navigator 6.0 and later
1.6 Package content
Unpack the package and check all the items carefully. If any
item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your
local dealer as soon as possible. Also, keep the box and
packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the
future.
Your AP11B package should contain the following items:
--- AP11B
--- Supporting Stand
--- Quick Installation Guide
--- CD title including user’s manual and drivers
--- AC 12V/500mA Wall Power Adaptor

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2. Unit Description
2.1 Front View
<1>
<2>
<1> LEDs
LEDs show the power and traffic utilization status.
<2> Antenna
External dipole antenna.

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2.1.1 LEDs Display
<1> Power Indicator
Blue light on: power is attached.
Blue light off: power is not attached.
<2> Ethernet Link Indicator
Green light on: link is ready
Green light off: no link partner*
Green light blinking: traffic through this Ethernet port
<3> Encryption Indicator
Green light on: encryption function enabled
Green light off: encryption function disabled
<4> Wireless Status Indicators
There are three indicators showing the status of wireless
network.
Green light on: traffic utilization is good
Yellow light on: traffic utilization is fair
Orange light on: traffic utilization is low
*Under this
condition, the
AP11B will not
work properly.
<2> <1> <4>
<3>

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2.2 Rear View
<1> Mounting Holes
The ideal mounting distance between the mounting holes
is 5.5cm.
(For information on how to use the mounting holes, refer to
Free-standing & Wall-mounted Installation)
<1>

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2.3 Side View
<1> Power Jack
Power jack with input voltage at 12VDC/500mA.
<2> Reset Button
Press and hold the button for more than five seconds to
reload the factory default settings.
<3> RJ-45 Ethernet Jack
RJ-45 connector allows your AP11B connected to a network
environment.
<1> <3>
Figure 3: Side Panel
<2>

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2.4 Installing Your AP11B
Positioning
The AP11B can be free-standing, wall- or ceiling-mounted.
(Refer to 2.4.1 Free-standing Installation, 2.4.2 Wall-
mounted Installation for details.) Before connecting the
AP11B to your devices, please note that the AP11B should
be placed in a location with the followings:
- Easy accessibility: you can conveniently connect the
AP11B to the xDSL/Cable Modem through the Ethernet
port.
- Easy LEDs observation: you may monitor the real-time
networking status and take instant measures as
problems arise.
- Maximum wireless coverage: to achieve the maximal
coverage, the AP11B should be placed at a high level in
position without obstacles and defiladed space. No
matter how you install the AP11B--- in a wall-mounted
or free-standing fashion, remember the antenna should
always point vertically upward.
Connecting Cables
1. Plug the DC end of the power adapter into the
connector of the AP11B, and the AC end to the
wall outlet later.
2. For wired connection, connect the AP11B to the LAN
port.
Power Up
When the DC end of the power adapter is connected the
AP11B, plug the AC end of the power adapter to the wall
outlet can power up the system; and, the system will
perform POST (Power-On-Self-Test) to diagnose the system.

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Take out the AP11B and its supporting stand.Step 1
Step 3
2.4.1 Free-standing Installation
Locate the mounting holes on the rear panel of the
AP11B and align them to the hooks of the stand.
Step 2
The AP11B is hooked to the supporting stand.

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Hold and slide the AP11B to either right or left to secure
the access point in place.
Step 4
Step 5 The free-standing installation is completed.

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2.4.2 Wall- or Ceiling-mounted Installation
Take out the AP11B and screws.
Hammer the screws into the ceiling or the wall.
The ideal distance between screws is 5.5cm.
Step 3
Step 1
Step 2

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Step 5
The wall- or ceiling-mounted installation is completed.
To have the maximum wireless coverage, point the
antenna vertically downward for ceiling-mounted
installation.
For wall-mounted installation, point the antenna vertically
upward.
Hold and slide the AP11B to either right or left to secure
the access point in place. (Refer to Step 4 in
Free-
standing installation .)
Step 4

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3. Network Configuration
3.1 Default Parameters
Before You Begin...
To establish your wireless network connection, you will
need:
- AP11B(s)
- One or more network adapters
Password admin
IP 192.168.1.254
subnet 255.255.255.0
SSID AP11B
Channel 7
Encryption Off
DHCP client Disable
Default Parameters