NETGEAR WAG102 - ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access... User manual

202-10120-02
September 2006
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
NETGEAR ProSafe Dual
Band Wireless Access
Point WAG102 Reference
Manual (802.11a/g)

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Technical Support
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To register your product, get product support or obtain product information and product documentation, go to
http://www.NETGEAR.com. If you do not have access to the World Wide Web, you may register your product by filling
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You will find technical support information at: http://www.NETGEAR.com/ through the customer service area. If you
want to contact technical support by telephone, see the support information card for the correct telephone number for
your country.
© 2006 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are registered trademarks, and ProSafe is a trademark, of NETGEAR, INC.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that
may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by Netgear, could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to such condition.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice:
Radio Frequency Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Placement and Range Guidelines
Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11 wireless networks at a maximum range of 500 feet (152.4 m) for 802.11b
devices. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly, based on the
physical placement of the wireless access point.
For best results, identify a location for your wireless access point according to these guidelines:
Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point
FCC ID: PY3WAG102

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• Away from potential sources of interference, such as PCs, large metal surfaces, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless
phones.
• In an elevated location such as a high shelf that is near the center of the wireless coverage area for all mobile
devices.
Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to
the wireless access point.
To meet FCC and other national safety guidelines for RF exposure, the antennas for this device must be installed to
ensure a minimum separation distance of 20cm (7.9 in.) from persons. Further, the antennas shall not be collocated with
other transmitting structures.
FCC Statement
FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions
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
and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or locate 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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We Netgear,
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
Tel: [phone]
declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s)
WAG102 (Model Designation)
802.11a/g ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point (Product Name)
complies with Part 15 of 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
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. (Example - use only shielded interface cables
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RF Exposure Warning for North America, and Australia
Warning! To meet FCC and other national safety guidelines for RF exposure, the antennas for this device (see below)
must be installed to ensure a minimum separation distance of 20cm (7.9 in.) from persons. Further, the antennas shall not
be collocated with other antenna or radio transmitter.
Antenna Statement for North America and Australia
In addition to its own 2 antennas, the WAG102 device has been approved for use with the following detachable antennas
and antenna cables:
*WG302 maximum radiated power in North America and Australia: 20 dBm – cable loss + antenna gain
Please go to www.netgear.com/go/wag102_fcc for an updated list of wireless accessories approved to be used with the
WAG102 in North America and Australia.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations
ICES 003.
Cet appareil numerique de classe B respecte les exigences du reglement du Canada sur le materiel brouilleur NMB-003.
The device is certified to the requirements of RSS-210 for 2.4 GHz spread spectrum devices. The use of this device in a
system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according
to the Canadian regulations. For further information, contact your local Industry Canada office.
Approved
Antennas Antenna Gain and type Approved Antenna Cable Antenna Cable Length Maximum Transmitted Power
NETGEAR
ANT24D18 18 dBi, directional outdoor/indoor NETGEAR ACC-10314- 01 thru 05 1.5 m to 30 m 19 dBm + 18 dBi ant.
NETGEAR
ANT2409 9 dBi, omnidirectional outdoor/indoor NETGEAR ACC-10314- 01 thru 05 1.5 m to 30 m 19 dBm + 9 dBi ant.
NETGEAR
ANT24O5 5 dBi, ceiling/wall indoor NETGEAR ACC-10314- 01 thru 05 1.5 m to 30 m 19 dBm + 5 dBi ant.

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Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-17, EN60950Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the
European Community
Èesky [Czech] NETGEAR Inc. tímto prohlašuje, _e tento Radiolan je ve shoděse základními
po_adavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radiolan overholder
de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch
[German]
Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR Inc., dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit
den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
[Estonian]
Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR Inc. seadme Radiolan vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
English Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Español
[Spanish]
Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los
requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
ÅëëçíéêÞ
[Greek]
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ
ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Français
[French]
Par la présente NETGEAR Inc. déclare que l'appareil Radiolan est conforme aux
exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Italiano [Italian] Con la presente NETGEAR Inc. dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requisiti
essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Latviski
[Latvian]
Ar šo NETGEAR Inc. deklarē, ka Radiolan atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām
prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuviø
[Lithuanian]
Šiuo NETGEAR Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc. dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de
essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc., jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet essenzjali
u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.

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Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European Community
This device is intended to be operated in all countries of the European Community. Requirements for indoor vs. outdoor
operation, license requirements and allowed channels of operation apply in some countries as described below.
Note: The user must use the configuration utility provided with this product to ensure the channels of operation
are in conformance with the spectrum usage rules for European Community countries as described below.
This device requires that the user or installer properly enter the current country of operation in the 5GHz Radio
Configuration Window as described in the user guide, before operating this device.
This device will automatically limit the allowable channels determined by the current country of operation. Incorrectly
entering the country of operation may result in illegal operation and may cause harmful interference to other system.
The user is obligated to ensure the device is operating according to the channel limitations, indoor/outdoor restrictions
and license requirements for each European Community country as described in this document.
This device employs a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5GHz band. This
feature is automatically enabled when the country of operation is correctly configured for any European Community
country. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The
radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar.
The 5GHz Turbo Mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. The current setting
for this feature is found in the 5GHz Radio Configuration Window as described in the user guide.
This device may be operated indoors or outdoors in all countries of the European Community using the 2.4GHz band:
Channels 1 – 13, except where noted below:
•InItaly the end-user must apply for a license from the national spectrum authority to operate this device outdoors.
Magyar
[Hungarian]
Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ
követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski [Polish] Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. oświadcza, że Radiolan jest zgodny z zasadniczymi
wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Português
[Portuguese] NETGEAR Inc. declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko
[Slovenian]
NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi
relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky
[Slovak] NETGEAR Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, _e Radiolan spĺňa základné po_iadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi [Finnish] NETGEAR Inc. vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY
oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Svenska
[Swedish]
Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc. att denna Radiolan står I överensstämmelse med de
väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv
1999/5/EG.
Íslenska
[Icelandic]
Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar
kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
Norsk
[Norwegian] NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.

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•InFrance outdoor operation is only permitted using the 2.4 – 2.454 GHz band: Channels 1 – 7.
•Belgium requires notifying spectrum agency if deploying >300meter wireless links in outdoor public areas using
2.4GHz band.
Antenna Statement for the European Community
Please note that the 100mW EIRP limit and regulations could vary in Europe from country to country. Please check the
regulations in your country. The antenna cable type and length must comply with European regulations. Refer to the
table below for approved antenna and cable accessories.
In addition to its own antenna, the WAG102 device has been approved for use with the following detachable antennas
and antenna cables:
European Spectrum Usage Rules - Effective April 11, 2006
Country 5.15-5.25 (GHz) Channels:
36,40,44,48
5.25-5.35
(GHz)
Channels:
52,56,60,64
5.47-5.725 (GHz)
Channels:
100,104,108,112,116,
120,124,128,132,136,140
2.4-2.4835 (GHz)
Channels: 1 to 13
(Except Where Noted)
ALL EC
Countries
Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor or Outdoor Indoor or Outdoor
Belgium Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor or Outdoor Indoor or Outdoor !
France Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor or Outdoor Indoor Ch. 1-13
Outdoor 1-7 Only
Greece Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor Only
Italy Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor
(Outdoor w/License)
Indoor (Outdoor w/
License)
Turbo Mode Not Allowed in 5GHz Same 2.4 GHz rules as
above
AdHoc Mode Not Allowed Same 2.4 GHz rules as
above
Approved
Antennas Antenna Gain and type Approved Antenna Cable Minimum Antenna
Cable Length
Minimum
Antenna Cable
Attenuation
Maximum
Transmitted
Powera
a. WAG102 maximum radiated power in the European Community: 15 dBm – cable loss + antenna gain
NETGEAR
ANT24D18v2 14.5 dBi, directional outdoor/indoor NETGEAR ACC-10314-05 30 m 18 dB -3 dBm + 14.5 dBi = 15 dBm EIRP
NETGEAR
ANT2409 9 dBi, omnidirectional outdoor/indoor NETGEAR ACC-10314-04 or
ACC-10314-05
10 m 6.1 dB 8.9 dBm + 9 dBi
= 17.9 dBm EIRP
NETGEAR
ANT24O5 5 dBi, ceiling/wall indoor NETGEAR ACC-10314-01 thru 05 1.5 m 1.1 dB 14 dBm + 5 dBi = 19 dBm EIRP

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Please go to http://www.NETGEAR.com and use the search feature to find an updated list of wireless accessories
approved to be used with the WAG102 in the European Community.
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 gemäß der im BMPT-
AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben
einiger Geräte (z.B. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die
Anmerkungen in der Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 has been suppressed
in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some
equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain
restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: WAG102
Publication Date: September 2006
Product Family: Wireless Access Point
Product Name: ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102
Home or Business Product: Business
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10120-02

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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats and Scope ...................................................................................xiii
How to Use This Manual .................................................................................................xiv
How to Print this Manual .................................................................................................. xv
Chapter 1
Introduction
About the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 ....................1-1
Key Features and Standards ..........................................................................................1-2
Supported Standards and Conventions ...................................................................1-2
Key Features ............................................................................................................1-3
802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking ...................................................1-4
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ...............................................1-4
Compatible and Related NETGEAR Products ................................................................1-5
System Requirements ....................................................................................................1-5
What’s In the Box? .........................................................................................................1-6
Hardware Description .....................................................................................................1-7
Front Panel ...............................................................................................................1-7
Rear Panel ...............................................................................................................1-8
Chapter 2
Basic Installation and Configuration
Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines .................................................2-2
Understanding WAG102 Wireless Security Options .......................................................2-3
Installing the WAG102 Wireless Access Point ...............................................................2-4
Setting up the WAG102 Wireless Access Point .......................................................2-4
Configuring LAN and Wireless Access ....................................................................2-5
Deploying the WAG102 Wireless Access Point .....................................................2-10
Verifying Wireless Connectivity ..............................................................................2-10
Logging In Using the Default IP Address ...................................................................... 2-11
Setting Basic IP Options ...............................................................................................2-12

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Wireless Settings ..........................................................................................................2-14
Configuring 802.11a Wireless Settings ..................................................................2-14
Configuring 802.11b/g Wireless Settings ...............................................................2-16
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ....................................................2-17
Understanding Security Profiles ...................................................................................2-19
SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form ............................................................2-23
802.11a Configuration ......................................................................................2-23
802.11b/g Configuration ...................................................................................2-24
Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings ...............................................................2-25
Setting up a Security Profile ...................................................................................2-27
Configuring WEP .............................................................................................2-29
Configuring WPA with RADIUS .......................................................................2-31
Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS .....................................................................2-32
Configuring WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS .....................................................2-33
Configuring WPA-PSK .....................................................................................2-34
Configuring WPA2-PSK ...................................................................................2-35
Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK ...........................................................2-36
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address .......................................................2-37
Chapter 3
Management
Remote Management .....................................................................................................3-1
Using Syslog and Activity Log Information .....................................................................3-2
Viewing General Summary Information ..........................................................................3-3
Viewing Network Traffic Statistics ...................................................................................3-6
Viewing Available Wireless Station List ..........................................................................3-7
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software .............................................................3-8
Configuration File Management ...................................................................................3-10
Saving and Retrieving the Configuration ................................................................3-10
Restoring the WAG102 to the Factory Default Settings ......................................... 3-11
Changing the Administrator Password .........................................................................3-12
Chapter 4
Advanced Configuration
Hotspot Settings .............................................................................................................4-1
Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings .......................................................................4-2
Enabling Wireless Bridging and Repeating ....................................................................4-3

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Configuring a WAG102 as a Point-to-Point Bridge ..................................................4-5
Configuring a Point-to-Multi-Point Wireless Bridge ..................................................4-6
Configuring the WAG102 as a Wireless Repeater ...................................................4-7
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
No lights are lit on the wireless access point. .................................................................5-1
The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up. ...........................................................5-2
The LAN light is not lit. ....................................................................................................5-2
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. .................5-2
I cannot connect to the WAG102 to configure it. ............................................................5-3
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error. ................................................5-3
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings ..........................................5-4
Appendix A
Default Settings and Technical Specifications
Factory Default Settings ................................................................................................ A-1
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. A-3
Appendix B
Related Documents
Index

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About This Manual
The NETGEAR®ProSafe™ Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 Reference Manual
(802.11a/g) describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band
Wireless Access Point WAG102.The information in this manual is intended for readers with
intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
•Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
•Formats.This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Italics Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names
Bold User input
Fixed Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
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•Scope. This manual is written for the WAG102 Wireless Access Point according to these
specifications:
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the
NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents”.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons, and , for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page
at a time
• A button that displays the table of contents and an button. Double-click on a
link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the
manual.
• A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
Product Version ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102
Manual Publication Date September 2006
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WAG102.asp.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes some of the key features of the NETGEAR ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band
Wireless Access Point WAG102. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation
(“System Requirements” on page 1-5.), package contents (“What’s In the Box?” on page 1-6) and
a description of the front and back panels of the WAG102 (“Hardware Description” on page 1-7).
About the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access
Point WAG102
The ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 is the basic building block of a
wireless LAN infrastructure. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired networks and radio-
equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
The WAG102 provides wireless connectivity to multiple wireless network devices within a fixed
range or area of coverage—interacting with a wireless network interface card (NIC) via an
antenna. Typically, an individual in-building access point provides a maximum connectivity area
of about a 500 foot radius. Consequently, the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point
WAG102 can support a small group of users in a range of several hundred feet. Most access points
can handle between 10 to 30 users simultaneously.
The ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 acts as a bridge between the
wired LAN and wireless clients. Connecting multiple WAG102 Wireless Access Points via a wired
Ethernet backbone can further lengthen the wireless network coverage. As a mobile computing
device moves out of the range of one access point, it moves into the range of another. As a result,
wireless clients can freely roam from one Access Point to another and still maintain seamless
connection to the network.
The auto-sensing capability of the ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102
allows packet transmission at up to 54 Mbps, or at reduced speeds to compensate for distance or
electromagnetic interference.

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Key Features and Standards
The WAG102 Wireless Access Point is easy-to-use and provides solid wireless and networking
support. It also offers a wide range of security options.
Supported Standards and Conventions
The following standards and conventions are supported:
•Standards Compliant.The Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11a/g for
Wireless LANs.
•WEP support. Support for WEP is included. 64-bit, 128-bit, and 152-bit keys are supported.
•Full WPA and WPA2 support. WPA and WPA2 enterprise-class strong security with
RADIUS and certificate authentication as well as dynamic encryption key generation.WPA-
PSK and WPA2-PSK preshared key authentication without the overhead of RADIUS servers
but with all of the strong security of WPA.
•Multiple BSSIDs. Supports multiple BSSIDs. When one wireless access point is connected to
a wired network and a set of wireless stations, it is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). The Basic
Service Set Identifier (BSSID) is a unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over
a WLAN that differentiates one WLAN from another when a mobile device tries to connect to
the network.
•DHCP Client Support. DHCP provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon
request. The WAG102 can act as a client and obtain information from your DHPC server; it
can also act as a DHCP server and provide network information for wireless clients.
•SNMP Support. Support for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Management
Information Base (MIB) management.
• 802.1Q VLAN (Virtual Wireless LAN) Support. A network of computers that behave as if
they are connected to the same network even though they actually may be physically located
on different segments of a LAN. VLANs are configured through software rather than
hardware, which makes them extremely flexible. VLANs are very useful for user/host
management, bandwidth allocation and resource optimization.

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Key Features
The WAG102 provides solid functionality, including these features:
• Multiple Operating Modes
– Wireless Access Point. Operates as a standard 802.11a/g.
– Point-to-Point Bridge. In this mode, the WAG102 only communicates with another
bridge-mode wireless station. Network authentication should be used to protect this
communication.
– Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge. Select this only if this WAG102 is the “Master” for a group
of bridge-mode wireless stations. The other bridge-mode wireless stations send all traffic
to this “Master”, and do not communicate directly with each other. Network
Authentication should be used to protect this traffic.
– Wireless Repeater. In this half-duplex mode, the WAG102 only communicates with
another repeater-mode wireless station. Network authentication should be used to protect
this communication.
• Hotspot Settings. You can allow all HTTP (TCP, port 80) requests to be captured and
redirected to the URL you specify.
•Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily,
using only your Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely.
•Access Control. The Access Control MAC address filtering feature can ensure that only
trusted wireless stations can use the WAG102 to gain access to your LAN.
•Security Profiles. When using multiple BSSIDs, you can configure unique security settings
(encryption, SSID, etc.) for each BSSID.
•Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they are easy to change.
•Hidden Mode. The SSID is not broadcast, assuring only clients configured with the correct
SSID can connect.
•Configuration Backup. Configuration settings can be backed up to a file and restored.
•Secure and Economical Operation. Adjustable power output allows more secure or
economical operation.
•Power over Ethernet. Power can be supplied to the WAG102 over the Ethernet port from any
802.3af compliant mid-span or end-span source such as the NETGEAR FSM7326P Managed
Power over Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch.

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•Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink Interface. Connects to 10/100 Mbps
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet networks.
•LED Indicators. Power, test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity are easily
identified.
• Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support. WMM is a subset of the 802.11e standard. WMM
allows wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the kind of data. Time-
dependent information, like video or audio, has a higher priority than normal traffic. For
WMM to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WMM.
• VLAN Security Profiles. Each security profile is automatically allocated a VLAN ID as each
security profile is modified.
802.11a/g Standards-based Wireless Networking
The ProSafe 802.11a/g Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAG102 provides a bridge between
Ethernet wired LANs and 802.11a/g compatible wireless LAN networks. It provides connectivity
between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop
systems, print servers, and other devices. Additionally, the WAG102 supports the following
wireless features:
• Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK procedure,
retransmission of unacknowledged frames)
• RTS/CTS handshake
• Beacon generation
• Packet fragmentation and reassembly
• Short or long preamble
• Roaming among access points on the same subnet
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
The WAG102 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. The LAN interface is autosensing and
capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation.
The wireless access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will
automatically sense whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a “normal”
connection such as to a computer or an “uplink” connection such as to a switch or hub. That port
will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates any concerns
about crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right
connection.